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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04 PC ACTION AGENDA 05-15-06AGENDA REPORT MEETING DATE: MAY 15, 2006 TO: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA ACTION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8,2006 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Sworn in by Mayor Davert 1. SEATING OF COMMISSIONER CHARLES E. PUCKETT AND BRETT FLOYD Menard, Chair Floyd, Chair Pro Tem 2. PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION: RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission follow the procedures contained in the staff report to elect a Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem. Roll Call Present: Chairperson Menard Chairperson Pro Tem Floyd Commissioner lee Commissioner Nielsen Commissioner Puckett Staff present Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director Jason Retterer, Deputy City Attorney Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director Terry lutz, Principal Engineer Justina Willkom, Senior Planner Matt West, Associate Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary Action Agenda - Planning Commission 5-8-06 - Page 1 PUBLIC CONCERNS Mayor Davert Stated the City Council has been discussing master planning three new areas of the City, "Thinking Beyond the Base"; today the advance team from the Urban Land Institute (ULI) was at the City for a briefing and a tour of The Legacy; the week of June 12th, the ULI will be assembling a panel from around the country and will be in Tustin doing a number of things, one of which will be interviewing many stakeholders in the community, including the Planning Commissioners; the process will conclude with a public presentation on Friday, June 16; information will be provided to the Commissioners in advance; Commissioners' input will be important. Noted there have been meetings among the Mayor, City Councilman Amante, Commissioners Nielsen and Menard, and the Community Development Director to discuss Tustin's planning over the next 10-15 years to further consider planning for the future. Added that what the Planning Commission does is very important; historically, the City Council and Planning Commission have not had enough of an open dialogue; the Mayor is working with the Director and the new Chairperson to begin scheduling regular meetings to discuss issues. Offered congratulations to Mr. Puckett and thanked him for his return to City service. Ashley Vikander 14412 Grassmere Expressed her concerns regarding the possible development at the corner of Red Hill and Walnut; the developers invited members of the community to a meeting explaining the plan and hearing residents' concerns; there is opposition in the neighborhood; some of those concerns include the safety, dust, noise, construction traffic, and hours of operation during construction; there are vehicles lined up on Edinger up at 6:00 a.m. every morning to get on to the base; 35-foot buildings being constructed 10 feet from her property will create debris and safety issues for her family and pets; the current one- and two-story structures are setback 26 feet from her back fence; wind, echo, light, sun, line of sight issues are also of concern; units are now private and protected, but putting 3-story structures at her back fence with windows from the master bedroom and main floor level will impede her privacy. Menard Asked Ms. Vikander if the community has a homeowners association. Indicated the residents belong to Walnut Park Homeowners Assocation. Menard Asked if Ms. Vikander was referring to the Nisson property. Ms. Vikander Indicated she was referring to a location across the street from the Nisson property. Menard Stated that he was at the meeting last Wednesday evening held at Action Agenda - Planning Commission 5-8-06 - Page 2 Menard Stated that he was at the meeting last Wednesday evening held at Besswick Elementary School; there was an impressive turnout, more than 20 residents from the 10 houses that back up this development; it was a good neighborhood meeting with good questions; the developer will be going back to the drawing board; nothing has been formally submitted to the City; this was perfect timing on Ms. Vikander's part to address the Commission regarding her concerns. CONSENT CALENDAR Approved, with corrections 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MARCH 27, 2006, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. PUBLIC HEARINGS Adopted Resolution Nos. 4020, 4021, and 4022 4. DESIGN REVIEW 06-002 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2006- 103 REQUESTING: 1) THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COUNCIL FIND THAT TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2006-103 IS WITHIN THE SCOPE OF THE ADOPTED FINAL EIR AND SUPPLEMENT #1 FOR THE PACIFIC CENTER EAST SPECIFIC PLAN AND FIND THAT DESIGN REVIEW 06-002 IS WITHIN THE SCOPE OF THE ADOPTED FINAL EIR AND SUPPLEMENT #1 FOR THE PACIFIC CENTER EAST SPECIFIC PLAN; 2) THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVE DESIGN REVIEW 06-002 FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN, AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN FOR DEVELOPMENT OF TWO (2) NEW OFFICE BUILDINGS TOTALING 66,578 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE AREA; AND 3) THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2006-103 TO CREATE A PARCEL MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSE ON LOT OF LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT 05-002 TO ACCOMMODATE DEVELOPMENT OF TWO (2) NEW OFFICE BUILDINGS. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 1412 EDINGER AVENUE IN THE PACIFIC CENTER EAST SPECIFIC PLAN ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission 1. Adopt Resolution No. 4020 recommending that the City Council find that Tentative Parcel Map 2006-103 and Design Review 06- 002 are within the scope of the Pacific Center East Specific Plan. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 4021 approving Design Review 06-002. 3. Adopt Resolution No. 4022 recommending the CityCouncil approve Tentative Parcel Map 2006-103. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 5-8-06 - Page 3 None REGULAR BUSINESS STAFF CONCERNS 2. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE APRIL 3, APRIL 17, AND THE MAY 1, 2006, CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. Director reported The City Council held the first and second readings on the MCAS Specific Plan Amendments; the Commission will be receiving a revised document. The City Council approved an amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement for additional professional services for the Citrus Ranch Park, one of the last parks to be developed in the East Tustin area. Letters provided for the Council's concurrence relating to various projects occurring outside Tustin's City limits in Santa Ana and Irvine were approved and sent; staff is preparing a matrix of those projects taking place near the City and will provide the final matrix to the Planning Commission for information. Menard Asked how far outside the City will be included. Director Answered the projects are within the cities of Irvine, Santa Ana, and Orange; there may be another project in Costa Mesa. The City Council took action and gave staff direction regarding the Fiscal Year 2006-07 Action Plan for the City's Community Development Block Grant funds. Staff requested City Council policy direction regarding signs in the public right-of-way. With the Commission's concurrence, staff can draft an ordinance with alternatives; it may be necessary to hold a workshop with the Planning Commission to identify what the alternatives and issues are and then perhaps meet with the stakeholders in the community that may be impacted by those alternatives. COMMISSION CONCERNS Nielsen Offered congratulations to the new Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem. Welcomed Commissioner Puckett back to the Planning Commission. Suggested that staff prepare a proclamation for Leslie Pontious. Director Stated that could be prepared and presented at the next Planning Commission meeting; staff will contact Ms. Pontious. Nielsen Asked if the graffrti on the sound walls facing the SR-55 are the responsibility of the City or Caltrans. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 5-8-06 - Page 4 Director Answered that graffiti in that location is Caltrans' responsibility. Puckett Congratulated Commissioners Menard and Floyd. Indicated he was first appointed to the Planning Commission in 1982 and was involved in the East Tustin Specific Plan development; it will be exciting to be a part of The Legacy's development. Lee Stated he looks forward to serving with the present Commissioners. Thanked staff for the tour of construction sites on April 24, 2006. Added his congratulations to his fellow commissioners. Floyd Thanked the Commissioners for his appointment as Chairperson Pro Tem and congratulated Commissioner Menard. Welcomed Commissioner Puckett back to the Commission. Thanked staff for the presentation. Suggested that graffiti seems to be increasing, encouraged everyone to report incidents to the hot line, and noted that number should continue to be posted in the Tustin News. Reminded everyone that the State of the City luncheon is scheduled for Friday, June 9, 2006, in the Clifton Miller Community Center. Lee Thanked the Mayor for coming to the meeting this evening to introduce the plan for City Council and Planning Commission interaction. Puckett Urged everyone to attend the Tustin Manl\lVoman of the Year event on June 2, 2006; former Commissioner Pontious is one of the candidates; there are many fine candidates; no matter who is chosen, this function always provides a very nice evening. Menard Agreed with Commissioner Puckett's remarks, adding that he cannot attend this year because he will be on his San Francisco to Los Angeles bike ride. Indicated he will miss the State of the City luncheon for the same reason. Thanked staff and the applicant for tonight's project. Commended Ms. Vikander for attending the meeting and speaking on behalf of her community. Director Stated the application referred to went through two preliminary reviews, and a formal application was received late today; individuals who wish to speak on the matter should return to the Planning Commission when the item is on the agenda. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 5-8-06 - Page 5 7:50 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Monday, May 22, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Action Agenda - Planning Commission 5-8-06 - Page 6