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Home My WebLink AboutPC MINUTES 04-23-24 MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER& VIDEO CONFERENCE TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 23, 2024 7.•02p.1n. CALLED TO ORDER. Given. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairperson Higuchi Present. ROLL CALL: Commissioners Mello, Kozak, Mason Chair Higuchi Absent. Chair Pro Tern Douthit Higuchi Higuchi thanked his fellow Commissioners for appointing him as Chairperson of the Planning Commission. PUBLIC INPUT: Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input received. Approved the CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar, as presented. Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input received. 1. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES MARCH 26, 2024 RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the Minutes of the March 26, 2024 Planning Commission meeting, as provided. Motion: It was moved by Mello, seconded by Kozak, to approve the Minutes of the March 26, 2024 Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried: 4-0-1. Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting —April 23, 2024— Page 1 PUBLIC HEARING: AdoptedReso. 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) 2023-0012 No. 4486. APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNER: Marilyn Mo Vestar/Kimco Tustin, L.P. MM Interior Design 2437 Park Avenue 178 Ladera Street Tustin, CA 92782 Monterey Park, CA 91754 LOCATION: 2493 Park Avenue ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: This project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15301 (Class 1). REQUEST: To establish a commercial recreation facility (Karaoke Lounge) with food establishment and on-site sale and consumption of beer, wine, and distilled spirits (Type 47 ABC License) located at 2493 Park Avenue. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4486 approving CUP 2023-0012 to establish a commercial recreation facility (karaoke Lounge) with food establishment and on-site sales and consumption of beer, wine, and distilled spirits (Type 47 ABC license) at 2493 Park Avenue. Higuchi Higuchi asked his fellow Commissioners if any ex parte to disclose. There was none. Maldonado Presentation given. Applicant The applicants, Arthur Zhang, business operator, and designer Marilyn Mo commended Maldonado with the project, as well as the presentation. Mr. Zhang also shared his goal and vision for this new project. Kozak Kozak asked Mr. Zhang if he was operating any other karaoke lounges. Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting —April 23, 2024— Page 2 Applicant Mr. Zhang stated that this project is their first karaoke lounge. They also operate food/restaurant businesses. Mason Mason asked about the frontage facing the walkway and if a digital screen would be installed. Applicant Per Mr. Zhang,the building is the former Union Market and the existing screen will be utilized to feature advertisements and potential sports games via streaming. Higuchi Higuchi asked Maldonado if the former Union Market CUP was rescinded. Maldonado Maldonado stated he was not aware if the former CUP was rescinded or withdrawn. Mello Mello asked Maldonado about the November 151 parking study and if the study included the new restaurant uses proposed within the same building. He also asked if the parking study was District wide or if it applied to only a portion of the District. Maldonado Maldonado confirmed the parking study did include the new restaurant uses. This project was submitted first and then there were subsequent projects submitted after and were approved prior to this project being approved. A newer parking study (November 151) was provided at a later time, in association with another project. Maldonado added that the parking study is for the entire District commercial center. Higuchi Higuchi asked Maldonado if this CUP application was originally submitted under World of Racing. Maldonado In response to Higuchi's question, this CUP application was not submitted under World of Racing. That project is a completely separate tenant space and business (two separate submittals, two separate projects). Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input was received. Commission The Commission collectively commended the applicant for their karaoke Lounge concept. Motion.- It was moved by Mason, seconded by Kozak, to adopt Resolution No. 4486, as presented. Motion carried: 4-0-1. Minutes — Planning Commission Meeting —April 23, 2024— Page 3 REGULAR BUSINESS: Received and 3. TUSTIN HISTORIC PRESERVATION WEEK: MAY 7 — 14, 2074 filed. The Community Development Department is excited to announce the upcoming inaugural Historic Preservation Week celebration that will take place from May 7 to May 14, 2024. The celebration will include a series of in-person events and fascinating fun facts about the City of Tustin's history. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Planning Commission receive and file this report. DiLeva, A presentation was given. Salman & Demko wicz Willkom Willkom commended City staff as well as the collaboration with the Tustin Historical Society and the Tustin Preservation Conservancy. She also thanked the Commission for their support. Kozak Kozak asked if the Historic Preservation Week information was passed along to Tustin Unified School District (TUSD) for the children. Salman Salman confirmed the Historic Preservation Week information was shared with TUSD. Mason Mason also commended City staff for their hard work on this project. Congratulations!!! She asked if Community Services Commission could be involved in the future. Higuchi Higuchi asked if there will be a meeting on May 14, 2024. He also asked who will be leading the cemetery tour. Higuchi asked for a summary of Margaret Pottenger. Willkom Willkom stated thatthe Walking Tour will be in-lieu of the regular Planning Commission meeting on May 14, 2024. Salman The cemetery tour would be led by Donna Marsh Peery of the Historical Society. Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting —April 23, 2024 — Page 4 Demkowicz In response to Higuchi's previous question, Demkowicz provided background information, regarding Mrs. Pottenger, and how she was a significant contributor to historic preservation efforts within the City and with the Historical Society. She also was the former owner of the Jabberwocky. Pete Beatty Mr. Pete Beatty, Tustin Historical Society, thanked City staff for their hard work on this project. He provided background information on the control tower (handouts were provided to the Commission). Mr. Beatty also mentioned a possible museum at the MCAS in the future. Brian Delahaut Mr. Brian Delahaut also spoke on preserving the remaining hangar. Mello Mello thanked the gentlemen for their military service and others who spoke during the public input of Item No. 3. Richard Nelson Richard Nelson, made favorable comments with regards to Historic Preservation Week. He echoed comments previously made by Mr. Beatty and Mr. Delahaut. Mr. Nelson also thanked Mr. Beatty for his comments regarding saving the control tower. The goal is to memorialize the hangars and the marine presence in Tustin. Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input received. Hlquchi Higuchi Loved the enthusiasm from Demkowicz, DiLeva and Salman on Historic Preservation. He also shared his comments with regards to the hangars and with preserving the Legacy. STAFF CONCERNS: Willkom WILLkom reminded Staff of the Tustin's Mayor Celebration, May 9t" at 5:30 p.m. Eastman Eastman provided updates on the DCCSP and RHASP reassessment project. Plans are to return to the Commission in June with findings related to potential reductions in residential parking standards as well as modifying private storage area requirements. In the Fall, Staff will come backto the Commission with an assessment related to height limitations within the Specific Plans; modification of land uses allowed, including the ground floor retail requirements; and potentially revising retail and mixed-use parking standards. In the Winter, staff will return to the Commission with a recommendation to remove the RAR requirements once the Objective Design Standards are in place, which are being prepared as part of the Housing Element Rezone Program. Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting —April 23, 2024 — Page 5 COMMISSION CONCERNS: Me!!o Mello thanked City staff for all of their hard work. He voiced his concern with tree removal at Centennial Park. Kozak Kozak stated today is the first day of Passover. He also wished Staff a Happy Administrative Professionals Day. Mason No concerns. Miquchi Higuchi thanked Willkom and Eastman for the updates shared with the Commission regarding Last week's City Council meeting. Orange County Community Foundation "Giving Day" on April 24t". Please donate to your favorite charity. 7.-57p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2024. ERIC HIGUC41 Chairperson JUSTI A WILLKOM Plan ing Commission Secretary Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting —April 23, 2024 — Page 6