HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC MINUTES 12-13-16 MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 13, 2016
7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER
Smith INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL: Chair Lumbard
Chair Pro Tem Smith
Commissioners Kozak and Mason
EXCUSED ABSENCE: Thompson
None. PUBLIC CONCERNS
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Approved the 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—OCTOBER 25, 2016
Minutes of the
October 25, RECOMMENDATION:
2096 meeting,
as amended. That the Planning Commission approve the Minutes of the October
25, 2016 Planning Commission meeting as provided.
Motion: It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Smith, to approve the Minutes of
the October 25, 2016 meeting, as amended. Motion carried 3-0-2 with
Mason abstaining and Thompson being absent.
2. CDBG CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN AMENDMENT
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Chairperson of the Planning Commission be designated to
serve as the Planning Commission's representative on the Citizen
Participation Committee, or, appoint a designee to serve on his behalf.
Lumbard accepted appointment as the Commission's representative on
the Citizen Participation Committee and he recommended that in the
Chairperson's absence, the Chair Pro Tem become the designee.
Motion: It was moved by Lumbard, seconded by Kozak, to appoint the
Chairperson as the Commission's representative and the Chair Pro Tem
as the designee, on the Citizen Participation Committee. Motion carried
4-0-1.
Binsack Binsack informed the Commission that there will be meetings, training
sessions, and a formal meeting for the Citizen Participation Committee
(CPC). Note: When Lumbard is able to attend the CPC meetings and/or
training, Smith does not need to attend.
Minutes—Planning Commission December 13, 2016—Page 1 of 4
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS:
7:05 p.m. Public Hearing Item Opened.
Adopted Reso. 3. VARIANCE (VAR) 2016-02 & DESIGN REVIEW (DR) 2016-023
No. 4332
APPLICANT/ John Stephens
PROPERTY OWNER: 10905 Silverado Terrace
Tustin, CA 92782
LOCATION: 10905 Silverado Terrace
ENVIRONMENTAL:
This project is categorically exempt pursuant to Sections 15303 (Class
3) and 15305 (Class 5) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA).
REQUEST:
To construct a 609 square foot garage within the front yard setback
and 220 square foot residential addition within the rear yard setback.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4332 approving
VAR 2016-02 and DR 2016-023 to authorize construction of a 609
square foot garage within the front yard setback and 220 square foot
residential addition within the rear yard setback at an existing
residential property located at 10905 Silverado Terrace.
Beier Presentation given.
Smith Smith asked if the City notified the surrounding project area.
Beier Per Beier, all properties within a 300 foot radius of the property were
noticed, including some properties within the County of Orange
jurisdiction.
7:11 p.m. Public Comments— None - Opened/Closed
The Commission, in general, did not have any concerns. Their favorable
comments generally included: project is not impeding on any Iine of
sight; the one (1) neighbor and HOA of the property signed off on the
design as submitted; architectural elements are consistent with the
neighborhood and the home; and the project will improve the aesthetics
of the storage space.
Motion: It was moved by Mason, seconded by Kozak to adopt Resolution No.
4332. Motion carried 4-0-1.
Minutes—Planning Commission December 13,2016—Page 2 of 4
7:13 p.m. Public Hearing Item Closed.
None. REGULAR BUSINESS
STAFF CONCERNS:
Binsack Binsack thanked the Commission, on behalf of the Community
Development Department, for another great year of working together and
she wished them a healthy, happy holiday season. "We look forward to
working with you in 2017."
COMMISSION CONCERNS:
Mason Mason's favorable comments generally included: thanked staff for the
work they have done this past year; for welcoming her to the team and for
being helpful; City of Tustin, through the holiday season, is the most
wonderful place to live; she thanked the Tustin Pride Community for
recognizing her home with the Griswold Award; and Mason thanked the
Tustin Police Department for bringing Santa Claus to town!
Kozak Kozak thanked staff for their excellent work during the year and he looks
forward to working together again in 2017. He attended the following
events:
11115: City Council Candidates Forum
• 11120: Tustin Exchange Club Fundraiser 1 Bingo Fundraiser
• 1211: Red Hill Specific Plan Workshop #2
• 1219: City Council's Swearing-In Ceremony and the selection of
Mayor Bernstein and Mayor Pro-Tem Murray, as well as Council
Member Puckett and Clark—Congratulations!
• 1219: Tustin's Christmas Tree Lighting
Kozak wished everyone "Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Best to the
New Year!"
Smith Smith thanked Binsack and her staff for doing an "amazing job"
throughout the year. He also made favorable comments towards City
staff as well as his fellow Commissioners. Smith attended the City
Council's Swearing-In Ceremony as well. "Congratulations Mayor
Bernstein!"
Lumbard Congratulations Mayor "Doc" Bernstein, Mayor Pro-Tem Murray, Council
Member Puckett on his re-election and Council Member Clark for her
election. Lumbard thanked former Mayor John Nielsen for his years of
service. "Merry Christmas and happy holidays!"
7:19 p.m. ADJOURNMENT:
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for
Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at
300 Centennial Way.
Minutes—Planning Commission December 13,2016—Page 3 of 4
AUSTIN E]UMBARD
Chairperson
ZABETH A. BINSACK
Planning Commission Secretary
Minutes,—Planning Commission December 13, 2016—Page,4 of 4