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HomeMy WebLinkAbout020298 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 2, 1998 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular session at 6:03 P.M., on Monday, February 2, 1998, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Ddve, Temecula, California. RO! L CALL Present: Commissioners Guerriero, Miller, Slaven, and Chairwoman Fahey (arrived at 6:06 P.M.). Absent: Commissioner Soltysiak. Also Present: Planning Manager Ubnoske, Principal Engineer Parks, Attorney Cudey, Senior Planner Hogan, Associate Planner Fagan, Assistant Planner Anders, and Minute Clerk Ballreich. Because Chairwoman Fahey had not yet ardved, Vice Chairwoman Slaven presided over the meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. COMMISSION RUSINESS 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Commissioner Miller moved for the approval of the Agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerdero and voice vote of those present reflected unanimous approval (Chairwoman Fahey had not yet ardved and Commissioner Soltysiak absent), 2. APPROVAl OF MINUTES - October 6. 1997. and January 5. 1998 MOTION: Commissioner Guerdero moved for the approval of the October 6, 1997, Planning Commission minutes as wdtten. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Miller and voice vote of those present reflected unanimous approval (Chairwoman Fahey had not yet arrived and Commissioner Soltysiak absent). Temecula Planning Commission February 2. 1998 MOTION: Commissioner Guerdero moved for the approval of the January 5, 1998, Planning Commission minutes as wdtten. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Slaven and voice vote of those present reflected unanimous approval (Chairwoman Fahey had not yet arrived and Commissioner Soltysiak absent). SELFCTION OF A PLANNING COMMISSIONER TO MEET WITH A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Commissioner Guerriero offered to serve in this position. Chairwoman Fahey arrived at this time and proceeded with presiding over the meeting. 4. STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES Associate Planner Fagan presented the staff report (as per agenda material) and referenced letters and phone calls received by the Planning Department staff with regard to this issue, which addressed safety, aesthetics, and City involvement. Based on the overwhelming community input supporting the current Ordinance (to prohibit long- term parking/storage of recreational vehicles in front yards of residential zones), Chairwoman Fahey advised that staff is requesting direction from the Commission as to whether or not to change the existing Ordinance. Because the addition of a Code Enforcement Officer would require budget adjustments, Ms. Fahey noted that this matter would not fall within the Commission's purview and would have to be discussed by the City Council. Reviewing the available options, Chairwoman Fahey requested, by way of show of hands, that the audience members express their support for one of the following options: retain the existing Ordinance as is with stricter enforcement (No. 1) eliminate the Ordinance and resort to Homeowners Association regulating the rules (No. 2) modify the section of the Ordinance which permits temporary on-site storage (No. 3) By a show of hands, the majority of the audience members supported Option No. I -- to retain the existing Ordinance -- and the minority of the audience members supported the remaining options. Although this matter is not a scheduled public hearing, Chairwoman Fahey noted that public input would be welcomed. Although the issuance of citations would create a fine structure, Chief Building Official Elmo informed the Commissioners that the City Council is reviewing the adoption of an Ordinance establishing administrative procedures and penalties for violations of the Temecula Municipal Code, noting that collected fines would be forfeited to the City instead of the District Court. Temecula Plannine Commission February 2. 1998 It was noted that the use of administrative citations is viewed as a conservative measure and that voluntary compliance would thoroughly be exhausted prior to pursuing the issuance of citations because of the associated costs. With regard to temporary on-site storage of recreational vehicles, Commissioner Miller suggested that the applicable Section be reduced from five consecutive days to three consecutive days in order to coincide with the Vehicle Code. In order to properly address this situation and in light of the City's continual growth, Commissioner Slaven recommended the hiring of an additional Code Enforcement Officer. Because the language in the older and established CC&Rs does not properly define recreational vehicles, Ms. Slaven relayed her opposition to requiring a Homeowners Association to resolve this issue. As per speaker cards, Chairwoman Fahey, at this time, welcomed public input from the following individuals: Marie Dunn - 30156 La Primavera (did not speak; concerns were addressed during Commission discussion.) Marcia Watkins - 30152 Villa ^lturas Robert Fischer - 30166 Villa Alturas Frank Geyer - 40466 Chauncey Way Bill Gray - 40414 Yardley Court Betty Condren - 40741 Calle Katerine Jim Porter - 40221 Tuolomne Court - did not speak; (did not speak; concems were addressed during Commission discussion.) Jack Leathers 42623 Remora Street Deraid Hansen 30398 Senela Place John Dedovesh 39450 Long Ridge Drive - did not speak; (did not speak; concerns were addressed during Commission discussion.) Dwaine Lewis 40461 Calle Medusa Joanne Phillips 30361 Tradewater Court - did not speak; (did not speak; concerns were addressed during Commission discussion.) Leo LeBlanc Zillah Rodgers Melvin Merks (did not speak; Paul Knowles (submitted pictures reflecting 44041 Quiet Meadow Road 32124 Corte Carmona 32121 Corte Carmona - did not speak concerns were addressed during Commission discussion.) 40769 Calle Katerine his concerns.) The above-mentioned individuals noted the following issues/concerns with regard to the storage of recreational vehicles: individuals should be permitted a certain amount of on-street parking time for RVs to accommodate for visitors, loading, unloading, etc.; safety concerns -- vehicles blocking the sidewalk, driveway, and as well obstructing street visibility; individuals should utilize a storage facility; current enforcement needs to be enhanced; Temecula Plannine Commission February 2. 1998 requiring a Homeowners Association to resolve the issue would not be appropriate considering that some developments do not have an active Homeowners Association; future opening of Lake Domenigoni will further impact this situation; aesthetically unpleasing and, therefore, has a negative impact on neighboring property values; storage of such vehicles diminish the natural and man-made beauty of the City; stricter enforcement should be imposed and then clearly publicized; any storage on City streets should be limited to three days, preferably less. Based on the public input and considering the existing Ordinance, Chairwoman Fahey noted her reluctance to amend the existing Ordinance. Concurring with Commissioner $1aven's suggestion to hire an additional Code Enforcement Officer, Commissioner Guerriero as well commented on the impact the Domenigoni Valley Reservoir will have on the City with regard to the storage of recreational vehicles. Mr. Guerriero spoke in support of the existing Ordinance but recommended that it be more restrictive, commenting on the time and money expended by the City each time a vehicle is tagged only to be moved two or three feet further down the street. Concurring with the noted safety and visibility concerns, Commissioner Slaven reiterated her suggestion to hire an additional Code Enforcement Officer and to impose stricter provisions on the Ordinance. With regard to temporary on-site storage of recreational vehicles, Commissioner Miller relayed his support to reduce the allowable five-consecutive-day limit to no overnight stays. It was the consensus of the Commission that the existing Ordinance not be amended and that it be enforced. Planning Manager Ubnoske noted that the Commission's recommendation would be forwarded to the City Council. 5. DIRFCTOR'S HEARING UPDATE No additional comments. 6. REBF! RENTS Planning Manager Ubnoske reviewed written material (of record) and requested Commission input with regard to site plan, area compatibility, etc.; and advised that the lot of discussion is currently zoned Service/Commercial and that the proposed request would be conditionally permitted in the Service/Commercial zone. 4 Temecu!a Planning Commission February 2. 1998 Although the Southside Specific Plan has not been completed, Senior Planner Hogan advised that the preliminary stages of this Plan seem to indicate that the area south of Sunrise Market will be zoned Highway/Tourist. In light of her existing concern with the compatibility of surrounding properties in the area of discussion, Chairwoman Fahey, echoed by Commissioners Guerriero and Slaven, expressed concern with the proposed request and how it may further impact an already existing compatibility issue. Viewing a color rendering of the proposal, Commissioner Slaven noted that once the upcoming improvements to the interchange have been completed, the area of discussion will serve as a main entrance into Old Town and, therefore, further relayed her objection to the proposal because of the compatibility issue. P! ~NNING APPLICATION NO. PA97-0237 (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND ZONE CHANGE Senior Planner Hogan advised that staff is requesting that this item be continued to the March 2, 1998, Planning Commission meeting. MOTION: Commissioner Miller moved to continue PA97-0237 to the March 2, 1998, Planning Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote of those present reflected unanimous approval (Commissioner Soltysiak absent). P! ~,NNING APPLICATION NO. PA97-0398 (DEVELOPMENT PLAN) Planning Commission consideration for the design, construction, and operation of a 8,684 square foot restaurant with associated parking and landscaping on 1.51 acres. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by staff that the Commission adopt the Negative Declaration for Planning Application No. PA97-0398; adopt the Mitigation Monitoring Program for Planning Application No. PA97-0398; and adopt Resolution No. 98-002. RESOLUTION NO. 98-002 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA97-0398 (DEVELOPMENT PLAN) TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT A 8,684 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT WITH 'two OUTDOOR PATIOS OF 1,185 SQUARE FEET WITH ASSOCIATED PARKING, LANDSCAPING, AND ROAD IMPROVEMENTS ON A 1.51 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF RANCHO CALIFORNIA AND YNEZ ROADS KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 944-330-011. Temecula Planning Commission February 2, 1998 Assistant Planner Anders presented the staff report (as per agenda material of record) and referenced the additionally imposed condition by the Public Works Department (that the vehicular movement for the intersection of Ynez Road and Rancho Highland drive will be restricted to right in/right out/left in upon the completion of the Ynez Road Ultimate Improvements [Duck Pond PW97-17CSD]). At this time, Chairwoman Fahey opened the public hearing. Mr. Bill Green, representing the applicant, thanked staff for their time and efforts associated with this project and relayed the applicant's concurrence with the staff report and the recommended conditions of approval. With regard to the compatibility of the proposed structure relative to the existing structures, Mr. Green, for Chairwoman Fahey, advised that the proposed use will comply with the standards of the approved 1989 Specific Plan. With regard to the architectural compliance of the structure, Mr. Green commented on the vaded architectural designs throughout this particular area. Ms. Sandy Deering, 10171 Constitution Drive, Huntington Beach, applicant, provided a brief history of the applicants and their long-term association with Made Callender's. Mr. Sam Alhadeff, 27555 Ynez Road, representing the applicant, informed the Commissioners that he was available to address any issues of concern. Having diligently worked with the Planning Department staff as it relates to the architecture of the proposed structure, Mr. Stan Uchizono, architect representing the applicant, commented on the applicant's desire to create an anchor building for the surrounding area, advising that appropriate landscaping as well as appropriate color usage of materials will further incorporate the neighboring hotel and as well address any massing concerns. In response to Commissioner Miller, Mr. Uchizono briefly reviewed the proposed color of the roof tile. In light of the already existing traffic concerns at the Rancho California/Ynez Roads intersection, Commissioner $1aven questioned how the approval of this project would further impact this issue. In response to Commissioner Slaven's request as to whether the applicant would be willing to tie the occupancy permit with the completion of the intersection improvements, Mr. Green advised that neither the schedule nor the plans for the improvements have been approved and, therefore, noted the difficulty with tying these improvements to the occupancy permit. As a new resident to the City of Temecula, Ms. Sharon Coffee, 32199 Calle Avella, commented on the City's need for additional restaurants; expressed her support of the proposed architectural design; and commented, from personal experience, on the amount of community involvement/community support these particular applicants have extended to the cities in which they are located. Temecula Planning Commission February 2. 1998 By way of a rendering, Principal Engineer Parks described the peak hour volumes, circulation, improvements, turning movements, and the widening and upcoming improvements to Ynez Road, noting the following: that a traffic signal on the east side of Ynez Road will be installed in conjunction with the other required improvements; that access will be limited at Rancho Highland Drive to right in/right out/ left in; that a lighted intersection at Rancho Highland Ddve would not be feasible nor practical considering its close proximity to Rancho Califomia Road. Although this project is not the culprit of the existing traffic problems at the Rancho Califomia/Ynez Roads intersection, Commissioner $1aven noted that the applicant should not be hindered by this already existing problem. Ms. Slaven reiterated her concern with the existing traffic condition and commented on the volume of individuals that to travel through this particular intersection. In response to Commissioner Slaven's concern, Principal Engineer Parks noted that the project will contribute less than 5% increase to existing traffic volumes at the Ynez/Rancho California Roads intersection. Advising that improvements are being made to accommodate the City's current growth, he stated that the proposed project has been conditioned to pay a frontage fee for half of the raised median on Ynez Road and to complete the sidewalk along Ynez Road prior to occupancy. In the event the required improvements were not completed prior to the opening of the restaurant, Mr. Parks, for Chairwoman Fahey, advised that the project would not have a significant impact on the intersection compared to the existing condition and that it would not change the existing level of service. Commissioner $1aven reiterated her concern that the proposed project would further worsen an already congested intersection. In response to Commissioner Slaven, Commissioner Guerriero noted that once Rancho Highland Drive improvements are completed, a substantial amount of the traffic associated with turning movements would be eliminated. Since the proposed project will have a maximum impact of 3.9% on the intersection, Commissioner Miller stated that the existing traffic problems are not applicable to the proposed request. Although she spoke in support of the architectural design, Chairwoman Fahey noted that it will not be compatible with the hotel and encouraged the use of adequate landscaping to further minimize the transition between the two structures. Assistant Planner Anders advised that the applicant has worked with the City's contracted landscaping architect to ensure an appropriate landscaping transition between the two structures. In light of the fungus problem associated with the California Sycamore tree, Commissioner Slaven encouraged the applicant to utilize another tree. Temecula Plannin~ Commission February 2. 1998 Principal Engineer Parks briefly referenced the additionally recommended condition as requested by the Public Works Department (that the vehicular movement for the intersection of Ynez Road and Rancho Highland drive will be restricted to right in/right out/left in upon the completion of the Ynez Road Ultimate Improvements [Duck Pond PW97-17CSD]). MOTION: Commissioner Miller moved to close the public headng and to approve staff's recommendation with the addition of one condition as recommended by the Public Works Department. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote of those present reflected unanimous approval (Commissioner Soltysiak absent). P! RNNING APPLICATION NOS. PA96-0258 (REVISED VESTING TRACT MPA NO. 24182 AND PA96-0259 (REVISED VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP) Planning Commission consideration of a revision to Vesting Tentative Tract Map Nos. 24182 and 24183. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission make a Determination of Consistency with a project for which an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was previously certified and findings that a subsequent EIR is not required; and to adopt Resolution No. 98-003. RESOLUTION NO. 98-003 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CiTY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NOS. PA96-0258 AND PA96-0259 (REVISIONS TO VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 24182 AND 24183, RESPECTIVELY) LOCATED GENERALLY NORTH WEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF BUTTERFIELD STAGE ROAD AND HIGHWAY 79 (S), WITHIN THE PALOMA DEL SOL SPECIFIC PLAN AND KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 950-002-013, -020, -021, -022, -023, -024, AND -025. Project Planner De Gange presented the staff report (of record) and recommended that the following verbiage be deleted from recommended condition nos. 21 g and 21 h: ... that the improvements shall be constructed prior to occupancy. Mr. Tim Day, 22690 Cactus Avenue, Moreno Valley, representing the applicant, concurred with the staff report as well as the recommended conditions of approval. MOTION: Commissioner Slaven moved to close the public hearing and to approve staff's recommendation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerdero and voice vote of those present reflected unanimous approval (Commissioner Soltysiak absent). Temecula Plannir~ Commission February 2. 1998 PLANNING MANAGER'S I~FPORT In light of Commissioner Soltysiak's absence, it was the consensus of the Commission to defer discussion with regard to changing the Planning Commission's meeting date. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION A. Commissioner Guerdero requested that a joint meeting with the City Council be scheduled. B. Commissioner Guerdero commended Commissioner Slaven on her representation of the City and the Planning Commission at a recent Planning Commissioners' Workshop. C. Commissioner Miller requested that staff address the number of posted flags located at the Texaco Station on Front Street. ADJOURNMFNT At 8:14 P.M., Chairwoman Fahey formally adjoumed this meeting to Monday, February 23. 1998, at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. Ubnoske, Planning Manager