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HomeMy WebLinkAboutP.C. MINUTES 12-06-82 (2)TUSTIN PLANNING AGENCY Minutes of Regular Meeting November 15, 1982 The Planning Agency held a regular meeting Monday, November 15, 1982, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Edgar at 3:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mrs. Kenne~ and the invocation was given by Mr. Saltarelli. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Also present: Edgar, Greinke, Hoesterey, Kennedy, Saltarelli None Michael Brotemarkle, Community Development Director Eva Solis, Deputy City Cle~ MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting held November 1, 1982, were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. USE PERMIT 82-30 Applicant: Location: Request: Clyde Carpenter & Associates 14041 Newport Avenue Authorization to reconstruct the existing Texaco service station into a self-service carwash and convenience store and self-service gasoline After presentation of the staff report, Chairman Edgar opened the public hearing at 3:04 p.m. A representative of the applicant asked for clarification of a condition of approval regarding street trees. Mr. Ledendecker stated that any trees in the public right-of-way would be maintained by the City. The applicant then questioned the intent of the condition regarding noise attenuation. Mr. Brotemarkle stated that upon verfication of the present noise level by a licensed acoustical engineer, the operation would not be allowed the exceed that level. Mr. Dave Madison, Texaco, Inc., stated the condition requiring a 32 square foot identification sign would be too expensive. Texaco would have to produce new drawings and a new sign. He requested the Agency authorize a 42 square foot sign, the standard size for all Texaco signs. Chairman Edgar closed the public hearing at 3:14 p.m. Moved by Mr. Greinke, seconded by Mr. Saltarelli, approval of Use Permit 82-30 by the adoption of Resolution #2068. After Agency and staff discussion regarding street trees and clarification that the motion limited to 32 square feet, the size of the identification sign, Chairman Edgar called for the vote. Motion carried: 5-0 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: EDGAR, GREINKE, HOESTEREY, KENNEDY SALTARELLI None None Planning Agency Minutes November 15, 1982 Page 2 2. USE PERMIT 82-31 Applicant: Location: Request: First Corniche Limited I 650 W. First Street Authorization to construct a 13,000 square foot two-story office structure After presentation of the staff report, Chairman Edgar opened the Public Hearing at 3:22 p.m. Mr. Dan O'Connor, applicant, stated his application was in total conformance with all codes, and agreed that the incorporation of some retail use in the building would enhance the project. However the limited amount of square footage did not allow the luxury of offering retail/commercial use, especially in light of the amount of parking required for such a use. The Public Hearing was closed at 3.27 p.m. Mr. Hoestery asked if the proposal contained any covered parking. Mr. Brotemarkle stated there would be covered parking at the rear of the building, not visible from the street. Mr. Saltarelli expressed concern over the development of office use in a commercial zone and stated he would feel more comfortable with the project if the ground floor was devoted to retail use. Mr. Greinke moved denial of Use Permit 82-31. Mr. Saltarelli seconded the denial without prejudice, with the condition the applicant could return to the Agency with a revised plan. Mr. Brotemarkle suggested the Agency continue the hearing rather than deny. Mr. Greinke made a substitute motion, seconded by Mr. Saltarelli, to continue the public hearing to next scheduled meeting. Motion carried: 5-0 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: EDGAR, GREINKE, HOESTEREY, KENNEDY SALTARELLI None None 3. USE PERMIT 82-32 Applicant: Location: Request: A1 Hertz Vacant property easterly of the Newport Freeway between Edinger Street and Valencia Avenue, south of Del Amo Authorization to utilize the property as a sales lot for recreational vehicles for an 18 to 24-month period Mr. Brotemarkle presented the staff report, stating the property owner had informed the applicant that a lease would not be issued. Mr. Brotemarkle recommended continuance of the hearing until staff received formal notification of withdrawal or the applicant was able to obtain a lease. Chairman Edgar opened the public hearing at 3:35. Seeing no one wishing to speak, Chairman Edgar closed the Public Hearing at 3:35 p.m. Mr. Greinke moved continuance, seconded by Hoesterey, of Use Permit 82-32. Motion carried: 5-0 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: EDGAR, GREINKE, HOESTEREY, KENNEDY SALTARELLI None None Planning Agency Minutes November 15, 1982 Page 3 PUBLIC CONCERNS: Richard Bart, 461 East First Street, Palmwood Condominiums, spoke regarding the installation delay of cable tv and asked if the City had established a deadline for the on-line operation of the service. Bob Ledendecker, City Engineer, replied that all lease agreements had been finalized and the first satellite receiver had been installed. At this time, the majority of overhead installations should be ready for service. No underground service has been established. He asked for Mr. Bart's phone number to follow up. The City was in contact with Communicom to try to get service established. Mrs. Kennedy asked if overdue fines could be assessed since Communicom was so late in getting service. Mr. Ledendecker replied it was up to the City Attorney. Mr. 6reinke requested that the item be brought up with the City Attorney when he arrived for the Council meeting. Walter Flaherty, 190 E1 Camino Real, asked if the City would provide electricity and help to decorate the street trees for the Christmas holidays. The Agency expressed agreement, pending investigation of cost and location of electrical hook ups. Mr. Ledendecker stated he would look into the matter and suggested the possibility of rental equipment so as not to pull maintenance staff away from their regular duties. He would report back to the Agency. Mr. Hoesterey suggested the concept be approved in principal and then when the financial considerations are answered, the Council could be polled to decide what actions could be taken. Mr. Saltarelli directed staff to look into purchasing decorations to be used year after year. OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: Applicant: Location: Request: Temporary Use Permit/Banner Congregation B'Nai Israel 13112 Newport Avenue (Packers Square) To display a banner sign one day per week for a period of six (6) months (November 23, 1982 to May 26, 1983) Mr. Saltarelli moved approval, seconded by Greinke, with the provision the applicant be notified that another six-month extension would not be granted. )~otion carried: 5-0 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: EDGAR, GREINKE, HOESTEREY, KENNEDY SALTARELLI None None STAFF CONCERNS: None Planning Agency Minutes November 15, 1982 Page 4 AGENCY CONCE~S: Mr. Saltarelli commended Mr. Greinke for his efforts in resolving the parking situation on "C" Street. Mrs. Kennedy moved, Chairman Edgar seconded, a survey be taken of the residents on Pacific between First and Main whether or not they wished to have sidewalks. Motion carried unanimously. Mrs. Kennedy questioned if the City received any comment regarding the chemical spill at Bentley Labs. Staff confirmed no comment had been received. She asked Mr. Ledendecker to look into the problems at the Redhill grade crossing with the traffic barrier device. Mr. Hoesterey asked the status of the project at Walnut and Franklin. Mr. Brotemarkle stated it had been relegated to'a secondary priority by the Irvine Company because of current negative economic conditions. Mr. Greinke stated he received a suggestion from a resident about the possibility of a right-turn-only lane at Newport and First. He asked that staff explore the feasibility there and at Holt and Newport. ADJOURNMENT: At 3:56 to the next regular meeting. Richard B. Edgar, Chairman Eva Solis, Deputy City Clerk