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Home My WebLink About06 PLANNING COMM ACTION AGENDA 03-20-07 AGENDA REPORT Agenda Item Reviewed: City Manager Finance Director 6 ~ N/A MEETING DATE: MARCH 20,2007 TO: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA 7:02 p.m. ACTION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 13, 2007 CALL TO ORDER Given PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Present: Chair Floyd Chair Pro Tem Puckett Commissioner Kozak, Lee, and Nielsen Staff present Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director Doug Holland, City Attorney David Kendig, Deputy City Attorney Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director Terry Lutz, Principal Engineer Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner Justina Willkom, Senior Planner Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary PUBLIC CONCERNS Michele Young, 200 South A Street,Tustin Thanked the Planning Commissioners for their responsiveness and support during her appeal process regarding an ancillary structure on her property and the proposed use of fibercement siding. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 3-13-07 - Page 1 CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 1 . APPROVAL OF MINUTES - FEBRUARY 26, 2007, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. 2. 2007 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT California State Law requires each city to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan for its physical development and any land outside its boundaries which bears a relationship to its planning activities. Section 65400(b) of the Government Code requires that the City's planning agency provide an annual report to the City Council on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission review and authorize staff to forward the Annual Report on the Status of the Tustin General Plan to the City Council for consideration. PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued to March 27, 2007, Planning Commission Meeting 3. Adopted Resolution 4. Nos. 4053,4054 (as amended), and 4055 (as amended) CONTINUED APPEAL OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S DECISION THAT THE PROPOSED USE AT 15201 WOODLAWN AVENUE FOR SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, INCLUDING THE GARAGING AND MAINTENANCE OF REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLES, IS NOT A PERMITTED USE PURSUANT TO THE PACIFIC CENTER EAST SPECIFIC PLAN. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission continue the public hearing to the March 27, 2007, Planning Commission meeting. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 17080 AND DESIGN REVIEW 06-011 AS FOLLOWS: 1) TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 17080 TO MERGE TWO EXISTING PARCELS DEVELOPED WITH 57 APARTMENT UNITS INTO ONE 4-ACRE PARCEL FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBDIVIDING AND DEVELOPING A 75-UNIT RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM PROJECT, AND 2) DESIGN REVIEW 06-011 FOR APPROVAL OF BUILDING ARCHITECTURE AND SITE DESIGN AND AMENITIES OF THE CONDOMINIUM PROJECT. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 14421-14471 RED HILL AVENUE IN THE MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R- 3) ZONING DISTRICT. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 3-13-07 - Page 2 Adopted Resolution 5. No. 4056, 4-1 ; Nielsen, no Adopted Resolution 6. No. 4057 RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 4053 adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) as adequate for Tentative Tract Map 17080 and Design Review 06-011 for development of the proposed 75-unit residential condominium project. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 4054 approving Design Review 06- 011 for architectural/site design and amenities of the proposed condominium project. 3. Adopt Resolution No. 4055 recommending that the City Council adopt the MND for Tentative Tract Map 17080 and Design Review 06-011 and approve Tentative Tract Map 17080 to merge two existing parcels into a 4-acre (net area) site for the purpose of subdividing and developing 75 residential condominium units. CODE AMENDMENT 06-005 (SIGN REGULATIONS) AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S SIGN REGULATIONS CONTAINED IN CHAPTER 4 OF ARTICLE 9 OF THE TUSTIN CITY CODE. THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS PERTAIN PRIMARILY TO THE REGULATION OF TEMPORARY SIGNS IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY, INCLUDING REAL ESTATE OPEN HOUSE SIGNS, POLITICAL SIGNS, AND HUMAN SIGNS. LESS SIGNIFICANT CHANGES INCLUDE: A REVISED DEFINITIONS SECTION, A REVISED HEARINGS AND APPEALS SECTION, LARGER PERMITTED BANNER SIGNS FOR SOME FREEWAY-FACING BUILDINGS; AND THE ADDITION OF A PERMITTED SIGN TYPE - TEMPORARY SIGNS FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4056 recommending that the City Council adopt Code Amendment No. 06-005 to amend Chapter 4 "Sign Regulations" of Article 9 of the Tustin City Code. CODE AMENDMENT 07-001 (PLANNING COMMISSION/HISTORIC RESOURCE COMMITTEE CONSOLIDATION) AMENDMENT TO TUSTIN CITY CODE SECTION 9252 SUBSECTION C RELATED TO ASSIGNING CULTURAL Action Agenda - Planning Commission 3-13-07 - Page 3 None Director reported Floyd Director Floyd Director Holland AND HISTORIC RESOURCES RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION. THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL MAY MODIFY THE CODE AMENDMENTS AS A RESULT OF THE PUBLIC HEARINGS. THE PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS ARE NOT "PROJECTS" PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) AND ARE EXEMPT FROM FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4057 recommending that the City Council adopt Code Amendment No. 07-001 amending Section 9252 Subsection C of the Tustin City Code related to assigning cultural and historic resources responsibilities to the Planning Commission. REGULAR BUSINESS STAFF CONCERNS REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE MARCH 6, 2007, CITY COUNCIL MEETING. The City Council appealed the Planning Commission's approval of the fibercement siding at 200 South A Street; the hearing before the Council is scheduled for April 3,2007. The City Council approved Design Review 06-013 related to the Pasadena Well site. Commented the beautiful design of this structure brings a new standard to Tustin; and, asked where the design might be available for viewing. Indicated that staff could forward the PowerPoint presentation to the Planning Commissioners. Asked that staff provide the presentation; all the Commissioners should have a chance to see it. Noted that the tour of The District at The Legacy is planned for 5:30 p.m., March 27, 2007; everyone should meet in front of the Council Chamber and travel to the site together in a City-owned van. Stated that the change in the Planning Commission meeting date presented a conflict for Jason Retterer who would no longer be attending; introduced David Kendig who will now be attending the · Action Agenda - Planning Commission 3-13-07 - Page 4 Planning Commission meetings; and, provided a brief description of Mr. Kendig's professional experience. Floyd Asked that Mr. Holland send the Commission's regards and best wishes to Mr. Retterer; and, welcomed Mr. Kendig. COMMISSION CONCERNS Nielsen Stated he attended the opening of Old Town Flooring, a nice event with excellent hospitality. Complimented staff for putting together quickly and efficiently the mountain of information provided on the agenda items this evening. Indicated he would appreciate further study regarding the parking studies taking place in the area where the Red Hill project is occurring and having that information provided to the Commission. Lee Thanked staff for their hard work. Indicated he had meetings in Santa Clarita and decided to take the train which resulted in a 14-hour day; the Metrolink does not provide enough stops in Tustin; pressure should be put on the Orange County Transportation Authority to remedy this situation. Puckett Stated he and other members of the Commission attended the Comerica Bank ribbon-cutting; the Bank officials were very impressed by the work of the Tustin Chamber in bringing people out to this event. Noted that Tuesday night is a good meeting night. Commented that it was nice to see Boy Scouts in attendance this evening; and, added that he hoped they enjoyed their experience of seeing the community in action. Asked if the appeal of the 200 South A Street siding will require Michele Young to start from the beginning; or, could the Council approve the proposal. Director Answered the Council can approve what the Planning Commission approved, deny the Commission's recommendation, approve the original redwood siding, or take any action they choose. Floyd Stated he attended the Chipotle ribbon-cutting; and, encouraged all the Commissioners to attend such openings. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 3-13-07 - Page 5 Floyd continued Kozak 9:53 p.m. Noted that Comerica Bank wrote a letter to the Tustin Chamber stating they had never seen such a turnout from a City; having City officials attend such openings helps the businesses and proves that the City supports local business establishments. Thanked staff for the thorough reports. Noted the General Plan Annual Report was included as part of the Consent Calendar; this is a very impressive document that required a great deal of hard work and staff is to be commended. Indicated he is looking forward to the tour of The District. Offered greetings to Doug Holland, best wishes to Jason Retterer, and welcome to David Kendig. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held Tuesday, March 27, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way, with a tour of The District beginning at 5:30 p.m. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 3-13-07 - Page 6