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HomeMy WebLinkAbout061808 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 18, 2008 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, June 18, 2008, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Chiniaeff led the audience in the Flag salute ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Carey, Chiniaeff, Guerriero, Harter, and Telesio Absent: None PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Rocky Osborn, representing Affordable Portables/AT&T, relayed his concern with the inability to install signage for his business. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Director's Hearing Summary Report RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Receive and File Director's Hearing Summary Report 2 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve the Minutes of May 7, 2008 2.2 Approve the Minutes of May 21, 2008 2.3 Approve the Minutes of June 4, 2008 MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Carey seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who abstained from Item No. 2.1 and Commissioner Chiniaeff who abstained from Item No. 2.3. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 3 Planning Application Number PA07-0306, an Extension of Time for Tract Map Number 32346 Cheryl Kitzerow/Matt Peters, Case Planners RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: PC RESOLUTION 08-28 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER PA07-0306, A FIRST EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TRACT MAP NUMBER 32346 TO SUBDIVIDE 28.6 ACRES INTO 71 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF NICOLAS ROAD, EAST OF JOSEPH ROAD (APNS 957-080- 014AND 957-080-019) By way of PowerPoint Presentation, Associate Planner Kitrerow highlighted the main components of staffs report as follows: • Project Description • Location Tentative Map • Background Analysis Recommendation In response to Commissioner Chiniaeff's query, Senior Engineer Alegria advised that at this time, there would be no intent to install a bridge over the Santa Gertrudis Creek at Joseph Road; that the development being proposed would not be required to install a bridge; and advised that road improvements will be made to Nicholas Road. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Daniel Schuetr, representing Seraphina Development, noted that the applicant will be improving Nicholas Road with half-width improvements as well as channel improvements; that with respect to maintenance, there is a chain link fence around the property but has been vandalized a few times; that there has also been a problem with dumping, but that the applicant has been proactive in its efforts to remove debris in a fast manner. Mr. Tom Weiner, Temecula, commended staff for its quick response to phone calls made; relayed that he would be in favor of the proposed project; but did express concern with the maintenance of the site and requested that the applicant install a vinyl split-rail fence that would be aesthetically pleasing as well would help with safety issues. Mr. Joseph Martin, Temecula, indicated his support of the proposed project but did request that the applicant do more with respect to maintenance of the site. Mr. Shane Lesovsky, Temecula, stated that although he would be in favor of the project, he would not be desirous of opening another entrance onto Seraphina Road. At this time, the public hearing was closed For Commissioner Carey, Associate Planner Kitzerow noted that a Code Enforcement Officer visit the site on a monthly basis. Commissioner Chiniaeff relayed that it would be his opinion that a problem is being created by not installing an all-weather crossing for residents to exit the tract if floods were to occur; noting that this time in the process would be the best time to address a potentially serious problem. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Senior Engineer Alegria noted that the Roripaugh project would not be conditioned to make any improvements to the site in question; advising that the applicant of the proposed project will be conditioned to build from the corner of Calle Girasol and Nicholas Road where there will be a bridge which will be extended slightly to the west to complete the bridge improvements; that the developer of the proposed project will be required to improve Nicholas Road all the way to the east property line. Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that all improvements to roads (as well as a bridge), should be imposed before development. Referencing Commissioner Chiniaeff's concern, Assistant City Attorney Lee noted that what is before the Planning Commission is limited to an Extension of Time for the application. Understanding that the proposed project would need to be consistent with the City's General Plan, Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that it would be his opinion that by not providing an all- weather crossing it may be detrimental if a major flooding were to occur in the area; and that this would be an appropriate opportunity to impose this condition on the applicant. Referencing installation of a bridge, Assistant City Manager Johnson noted that when the traffic circulation update is brought forward to the Planning Commission for review and consideration, it would be an appropriate time to bring up these types of issues. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner Carey seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Chiniaeff who voted No. 4 Planning Application Number PA06-0178 a Development Plan to construct an approximately 29,000 square foot two-story professional office building Katie Le Comte RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Adopt a resolution entitled PC RESOLUTION 08-29 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER PA06-0178, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMATELY 29,000 SQUARE FOOT TWO-STORY PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED SOUTH OF TEMECULA PARKWAY AND WEST OF AVENIDA DE MISSIONES (APN 961-290-002) Case Planner LeComte, by way of PowerPoint Presentation, highlighted on the following main components of staffs report, as follows: • Project Description • Location • Background • Site Plan • Landscaping • Architecture • Architecture Compatibility • Environmental Determination • Recommendation At this time, the public hearing was opened Mr. Peter Bussett, representing Smith Consulting Architects, relayed his agreement to all of the Conditions of Approval and noted that he would be available for questions. Mr. Mel Malkoff, representing Episcopal Diocese, commended staff for their efforts in moving the project forward, and noted that the Episcopal Church will be coming back to the Planning Commission with a signage proposal. At this time, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff recommendation subject to all imposed Conditions of Approval. Commissioner Carey seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: PC RESOLUTION 08-30 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING PORTIONS OF TITLE 17 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVISE TEMPORARY USE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS TO ALLOW MORE FLEXIBILITY IN THE NUMBER OF DAYS PER YEAR FOR OUTDOOR DISPLAY AND SALES, ALLOW SECOND DWELLING UNITS TO BE LOCATED WITHIN THE FRONT YARDS OF L-1, VL, RR, HR RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS, ELIMINATE COVERED PARKING REQUIREMENT FOR CONGREGATE CARE FACILITIES, AMEND SIGN STANDARDS TO PROHIBIT ADVERTISING A BRAND NAME PRODUCT ON PERMANENT SIGNS (EXCEPT WHEN THE BRAND NAME PRODUCT IS THE PRIMARY NAME OF THE BUSINESS BEING ADVERTISED), ALLOW FUTURE TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS TO BE PERMITTED UPON ENTITLEMENT, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL STANDARDS FOR DETACHED TEMPORARY BANNER SIGNS, AND MAKE OTHER MINOR CLARIFICATIONS OR TYPOGRAPHICAL CORRECTIONS (LR08-0032)" Case Planner Lowrey, by way of PowerPoint Presentation, highlighted the main components of staff's report (of record), as follows: • Background • Minor Temporary Use Permit • Permanent Sign Standards • Future Tenant Identification • Detached Temporary Banners • Secondary Dwelling Units /Guest Houses • Congregate Care • Minor Clarifications/Typographical Corrections • Recommendations Responding to Commissioner Chiniaeff's question regarding the banner sign across Jefferson Road (north of McDonald's) for public events, Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that the sign was removed due to safety issues. For Commissioner Carey, Case Planner Lowrey noted that the temporary signs would apply to "going out of business signs" as well. Because mobile homes are permitted in residential zones, mobile homes would not be excluded from this amendment; that a secondary dwelling unit will be required to be compatible with the design of the primary dwelling and surrounding neighborhood in terms of height, bulk, mass, landscaping and architectural materials. Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that staff will clarify the language with respect to mobile home units. At this time, the public hearing was opened and due to no speakers, it was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 6 Long Range Planning Project Number LR08-0007 City of Temecula's Sustainability Program RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: PC RESOLUTION NO. 08-31 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF LONG RANGE PLANNING PROJECT NUMBER LR08-0001, DECLARING THE CITY'S SUPPORT FOR THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDER PROGRAM (CGB) FOR NEW SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL HOMES, AND THAT ALL NEW CONSTRUCTION AND ADDITIONS TO CITY OWNED FACILITIES BE DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED TO ACHIEVE A MINIMUM LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED) CERTIFIED RATING 6.2 Adopt a resolution entitled: PC RESOLUTION NO. 08-32 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING CHAPTER 77.32 TO THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE CITYWIDE STANDARDS FOR WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE DESIGN (LONG RANGE PLANNING PROJECT NUMBER LR08-0002)" By way of PowerPoint Presentation, Associate Planner West highlighted the main components of staff's report (as per agenda packet) as follows: • Background • Temecula Sustainability Action Plan • Green Building Programs • Policies • Standards • Outreach & Education •. Municipal Building Policy The California Green Builder program elements are as follows: • Energy Conservation • Benefits • Water Conservation • Water Efficiency Landscaping o Residential o Multi-Family o Commercial/Office/Industrial/Public Institution Director of Building and Safety Harold spoke regarding the positive effects of "going green" in Temecula, highlighting the following main concepts: • California Green Builder Certification Process • Advanced Ventilation • Energy Efficiency • Waste Management • Water Conservation • Building and Safety's Departmental changes For Commissioner Carey, Director of Building and Safety Harold noted that if a municipality were to build to LEED standards, it would be his opinion that one could go back under the auspice of LEED existing buildings for formal certification; and noted that with respect to residential, it would be a voluntary program. Associate Planner West informed that deconstruction permit would utilize the material from a deconstructed building for another project. The Planning Commission thanked staff for their reports and suggested that staff reports be replaced with a disk versus agenda packets. The Planning Commission queried why staff would be exempting custom homes from the residential landscaping requirement. For the Planning Commission, Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that if the Commission would be of the opinion that custom homes should not be exempted, this would be the time to revise the requirement and staff can take this forward to the City Council for consideration. Director of Building and Safety Harold informed that the department would be able to change its processes to revise the exemption of custom homes. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Tim Barrr, representing Rancho California Water District, relayed the district's approval of the Ordinance and encouraged the Planning Commission to move forward with the revised Ordinance. At this time, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Carey moved to approve staff recommendation subject to the revision of removing custom homes as an exemption of the residential component. Commissioner Harter seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous aauroval. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS Commissioner Chiniaeff advised that he would not be in attendance of the July 9, 2008 Planning Commission meeting. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT No reports at this time. ADJOURNMENT At 7:37 pm, Chairman Telesio formally adjourned to July 9, 2008 at 6:00 p.m., in the City Coun it ambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. ~~ ~ ~ `o John T esio Debbie Ubnoske Chairm Director of Planning