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HomeMy WebLinkAbout021108 OTLRB MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE OLD TOWN TEMECULA LOCAL REVIEW BOARD FEBRUARY 11, 2008 CALL TO ORDER The Old Town Temecula Local Review Board convened in a regular meeting at 9:00 a.m., on Monday, February 11, 2008, in the Main Conference Room, of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ROLL CALL Present: Board Members: Blair, Eden, Harker, Williams, and Chairperson Moore. Absent: None. Also Present: Director of Planning Ubnoske Management Analyst Watson Development Processing Coordinator Noland Minute Clerk Childs Senior Planner Fisk Director of Redevelopment Meyer PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments at this time. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Minutes RECOMMENDATION 1.1 Approve the Minutes of January 14, 20D8. MOTION: Board Member Harker moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Board Member Blair seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. R:\Old Town\Minutes\2008\021108.doc BOARD BUSINESS 2 Discussion of the Old Town Visioning Proiect recommendations, Planning Application No. PA06-0337 Senior Planner Fisk, by way of PowerPoint Presentation, highlighted on the following aspects of staff's report: Background Project Description o Historic Core -Preserve and respect historic buildings o Streets -Enhance the historic character and pedestrian friendly nature of the streets. Protect the historic grid of streets and alleys o Buildino Heiohts -Permit up to four-story buildings, subject to detail and design standards. Allow trailer structures with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) o Architecture -Future buildings should respect the historic architectural styles in Old Town and contribute to a well-defined, lively and pedestrian-oriented streetscape o Murrieta Creek Walk -Improve the visual and functional connection between Old Town and Murrieta Creek o Infrastructure -Improve infrastructure for future development, including water, sewer, power, communications, trash and deliveries. Maximize the use of alleys to locate these services and utilities off street o Residential Neighborhoods - Encourage the development of high quality residential neighborhoods to support the commercial and office core of Old Town o Parking -Retain existing Specific Plan parking standards both near and long term o Economic Development -Ensure that future growth in Old Town meets the needs of its businesses and residents, and that the growth is economically sustainable Principal Planner Richardson advised that the Old Town parking survey was re-surveyed in February 2007; that an interim parking strategy will be developed to address special event parking needs; and that a comprehensive parking strategy will be developed to increase parking supply for long term parking. In response to Board Member Blair's query, Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that staff is currently working on amulti-family project for Old Town. Senior Planner Fisk explained "Form Based Code" to the Old Town Local Review Board. Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that a training session with respect to "Form Based Code" could be implemented prior to finalizing the Old Town Specific Plan (OTSP). Board Member Moore suggested that in order to preserve historic buildings, perhaps the City could purchase property that could house historic buildings in a park setting, providing retail and commercial opportunities for the public. Principal Planner Richardson advised that an underground parking structure in Old Town would not be viable for the City to construct. R:\Old Town\Minutes\2008\021108.doc Principal Planner Richardson noted that although the approved Civic Center will equip three functioning levels, it will give an appearance of a taller building. Board Member Moore stated that due to parking restraints in Old Town, it would be her opinion that a bank should be removed from the list of allowable uses in the Old Town Specific Plan. Senior Planner Fisk explained the "Park Once" strategy plan. The Old Town Local Review Board relayed their opposition with parking meters in Old Town. Board Member Moore noted on the importance of ADA access and railing throughout the Old Town area. Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that she will make the following changes to staff's report: • Add language to Recommendation 4: Architecture will be added that new buildings be compatible with existing buildings • Add language to Recommendation 6: Infrastructure explore opportunities for ADA and railing to new structures Board Member Williams suggested that an emergency call box be installed along the Murrieta Creek Trail Walk. Principal Planner Richardson advised that the proposed recommendation will be forwarded to the Planning Commission at the March 5, 2008 meeting and to City Council on March 25, 2008. It was the consensus of the Old Town Local Review Board to move this project forward. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING REPORT Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that she will schedule some training with respect to "Form Based Codes." DIRECTOR OF REDEVELOPMENT REPORT Director of Redevelopment Meyer advised that staff is in the process of selecting a development and design process team for the Town Square Market Place. Mr. Meyer also noted that two meetings are being held monthly with respect to the Old Town marketing and promotions plan. CODE ENFORCEMENT REPORT A Code Enforcement report was distributed to the Old Town Local Review Board, per agenda packet. BOARD MEMBER REPORT A. Apologizing for his recent absences, Board Member Williams relayed that he had other business matters to address but continues to be committed to the Old Town Local Review Board. B. Board Member Eden also apologized for his recent absences and looks forward to a successful 2008. 02R: /OldTown/LRB/Minutesl021108 3 C. Board Member Harker queried on the Butterfield Square project With respect to the aesthetics of the Butterfield Square project, Development Processing Coordinator Noland advised that a design application for this square has not yet been submitted. In response to Board Member Moore's query, Mr. Noland relayed that the Gonzalez Adobe structure would be on the City's Historical list. D. Referencing the cross on The Pujol School House, Board Member Moore stated that she does not recollect the proposal for the cross coming forward to the Old Town Local Review Board for consideration. Addressing Board Member Moore's concern, Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that she will have staff explore this issue. ADJOURNMENT At 10:40 a.m., Chairperson Moore formally adjourned this meeting to March 10. 2008 Main Conference Room, City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California 92590. / -per ~l4 / ~-e-- Chai erson Moore ~-~J LJ<-~ ~~~ Director of Planning Ubnoske R:\Old Town\Minutes\2008\021108.doc 4