HomeMy WebLinkAbout082008 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PLANNING COMMISSION
AUGUST 20, 2008
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200
Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Carey led the audience in the Flag salute
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Carey, Chiniaeff, Harter, and Telesio
Absent: Guerriero
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Relaying his frustration, Mr. Richard M. Green, Temecula, advised of a recent dog attack that he
encountered and queried on what entity would be able to assist him with his concern; and
requested a feedback with respect how the Municipal Code handles RV parking on residential
streets.
Explaining the Municipal Code for Mr. Green, Assistant City Manager Johnson advised that
animal control will follow up with respect to his dog incident and staff will contact him regarding
the RV issue.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1 Director's Hearing Summary Report
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Receive and File Director's Hearing Summary Report
MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner
Harter seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of
Commissioner Guerriero who was absent.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
Staff recommended that Item No. 2 be continued to September 17, 2008.
2 CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 6 2008 MEETING: Planning Application Numbers PA08-
0008 and PA08-0083 a Commercial Development Plan to construct a 64,000 square foot,
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2.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
PC RESOLUTION 08-
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER PA08-0008, A
DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO CONSTRUCT A 66,075 SQUARE FOOT, FOUR-
STORY BUILDING WITH HEIGHT INCREASE UP TO 66'3" WITH PROPOSED
USES TO INCLUDE FIRST FLOOR RETAIL AND OFFICES ON THE SECOND
THROUGH FOURTH FLOORS AND PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER PA08-
0083, AN ASSOCIATED SIGN PROGRAM WHICH INCLUDES A VERTICAL
MARQUEE, DIRECTIONAL BLADE SIGNS, WALL/FRIEZE BUILDING SIGNS,
AND WINDOW SIGNS FOR THE TRUAX BUILDING LOCATED AT THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF MERCEDES AND SECOND STREETS (APNS 922-
043-012 AND 922-043-017)
MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to Continue Item No. 2 to September 17, 2008,
Planning Commission meeting. Commissioner Harter seconded the motion and voice vote
reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent.
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
PC RESOLUTION 08-39
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER PA08-0115, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR THE WAREHOUSE AT CREEKSIDE, A 30,519 SQUARE FOOT MIXED USE PROJECT
(GROUND FLOOR RESTAURANT/ PARKING PLUS THREE STORIES RESIDENTIAL)
INCLUDING 32 (19 LOW INCOME AND 13 MODERATE INCOME) RESIDENTIAL
APARTMENT UNITS AND A 3,400 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT AND A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR THE RESIDENTIAL USE (APN 922-046-012)
Case Planner Peters, by way of PowerPoint Presentation, highlighted the main components of
staff's report:
• Project Description
• Location
• Site Plan
• Architecture
• Elevations
• Residential Components
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In response to Commissioner Chiniaeff's query regarding the proposed Murrieta Creek Trail,
Deputy Director of Public Works York relayed that area in question would will be purchased by
Riverside County Flood Control; noting that the intention would be to provide a service and
public trail along Murrieta Creek.
At this time, the public hearing was opened.
Mr. Bill Dalton, the applicant, highlighted the main components of the project and provided the
Planning Commission with some history with respect to the building; and thanked the City
Council, Planning Department and the Redevelopment Agency for its efforts in moving this
project forward.
For Chairperson Telesio, Director of Redevelopment Meyer provided information with respect to
income qualification requirements for the proposed units.
Mr. Bernard Truax, representing Truax Development, offered support to Mr. Dalton's project.
Mr. Gary Thornhill, relayed his full support of the proposed project and encouraged the Planning
Commission to approve the project as proposed.
Mr. Ed Dool, Temecula, also expressed his approval of the proposed project.
Mr. Walt Allen, Temecula, relayed his full support of the project.
At this time, the public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff recommendation as proposed.
Commissioner Carey seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the
exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent.
COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS
Referencing mobile signage, Assistant City Attorney Curley noted that due to the Vehicle Code
and its restrictions, mobile signage would be difficult to regulate, but would be happy to explore
the regulations.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT
No reports at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
At 6:35 pm, Chairman Telesio formally adjourned to September 17, 2008 at 6:00 p.m., in the
City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula.
John Te sio
Chairman
Debbie Ubnoske
Director of Planning
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