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HomeMy WebLinkAbout120298 PC Minutes . .~ . . '701-0'" MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION DECEMBER 2, 1998 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Wednesday, December 2, 1998, in the City Council Chambers ofT emecula City Hall, 43200 Business ParK Drive, T emecula, California. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Guerriero, Naggar, Soltysiak, "Webster, and Chairwoman Slaven. Absent: None. Also Present: Planning Manager Ubnoske, Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs, Attorney Curley, Senior Planner Fagan, Senior Planner Hogan, Project Planner Donahoe, Assistant Planner Anders, Project Planner DeGange, and Minute ClerK Hansen. *(Having to abstain with regard to Agenda Item No.6, at 7:31 P.M. Commissioner Webster left the meeting) PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. Approval of Allenda MOTION: Commissioner Naggar moved to approve the agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 2. Approval of Minutes - October 7.1998 and October 21.1998 It was noted that the reference to Director of Public WorKs ParKs should correctly indicate Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs on both the October 7, and October21, 1998 minutes. It was noted that page 2, under Item 9, should be corrected to reflect care instead of car. , . . Commissioner Webster would like the record to dearly reflect his opposition WITh the general consensus of the Commission, regarding Item 7, page 6. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve the minutes, as amended. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Naggar and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. The Commission received amended minutes reflecting modifications on page 5, Item 4, to conrectly indicate Resolution No. PC 98-037, and the motion being seconded by Commissioner Guerriero. It was noted that on the same page the word rod should be conrected to indicate wrought. It was noted that page 6, Item E, should reflect Commissioner Soltysiak's request that additional traffic control, due to the removai ot the wrong delineators, be addressed at the new Lucky's Shopping Center was constructed. MOTION: Commissioner Naggar moved to approve the minutes, as amended. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Webster and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Planninll Application No. PA98-0413 (Development Plan) Request to design, construct and operate a moving, storage, and warehousing business 14,560 square foot building. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission approve the requesl By way of overheads, Project Planner DeGange presented the staff report (per agenda material), noting that the project is being processed under the City's Fast Track Program; daritied, for Commissioner Guerriero, with regard to his concern. with the lack of visual interest in the building's architecture, that staff recommended approval due to the following: the building size (utilizing .16 FAR [Floor Area Ratio] instead ot the allowable .40 FAR), the distance ot the setback trom the street, and that at a future point in time there will be another building screening this proposed development; presented the color rendering (per Commission request); for Chairwoman Slaven, noted the location and size of the wall and the fence on the site plan; advised that the fault line should be corrected to accurately reflect the actual location of the fault zone on the final site and grading plan, pursuant to a letter from the Riverside County Planning Department dated November 24, 1998 (per supplemental agenda material). Planning Manager Ubnoske darnoo Fast Track Projects, for Commissioner Naggar, noting that the qualifying development meets the following criteria: provides a minimum ot 25 jobs, the infrastructure is in place, adherence to an aggressive time line, the entire development team (Le., engineer, architect, landscape architect, and applicant) will meet with staff at designated times. Commissioner Webster noted, for Chairwoman Slaven, that the material of the wall on the site plan would be block wall with a stucco covering. 2 . . For Chairwoman Slaven, Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs clarified that the density of traffic in this area will be less that the anticipated levels; and noted that in January when the Traffic Circulation Study will be presented to the Commission, traffic guidelines will be addressed which will identify the criteria determining when traffic studies are deemed necessary. Chairwoman Slaven relayed her desire for the provision of a specific landscape plan, identifying the specific quantity and size of the trees and shrubs, and tor the provision of more specific traffic impact information. Mr. Michael Reeves, representing the applicant, noted, for Commissioner Guerriero, that although the building maintains a square, flat design, the massing has been broken up with a stepping effect with the block wall, the office building, and then the warehouse, advising that the design facilitates provision for the storage of boxes; noted that the addITional building will be built when the applicant's business warrants the need for additional space; clarified, for Commissioner Soltysiak, that the driveway is angled due to the existing utilities in the street; noted, for Chairwoman Slaven, that the landscape plan indudes: 15 24-inch boxed trees, 3415-gallon trees, and the chain-linked fence will be slatted and ultimately screened with vine through a combination of plant spacing and irrigation designed by the applicant's landscape architect; and noted, for Commissioner Naggar, that few of the 30 trucks owned by the applicant would be parKed at the site as they will be used for long-distance hauling. Chairwoman Slaven recommended not slatting the fence, and increasing the number of vines planted to ensure screening of the chain-linked fence. With regard to the vines, Commissioner Webster recommended planting an evergreen-type vine, rather than a deciduous shrub. Although the architecture was not visually pleasing on the site plan, Commissioner Guerriero noted that he would support staffs recommendation since it is anticipated that the future development of the parcel to the south will ultimateiy screen this elevation. Commissioner Naggar concurred with Commissioner Guerriero's comments on the architecture, and Chairwoman Slaven's comments on the need for additional landscaping; noted that although he wouldn't condition the project as such, he was concerned about the negative effect this project would have on traffic conditions, relaying his desire that the staff report contain additional information with regard to traffic. With regard to the fence, Commissioner Soltysiak recommended conditioning the project to not allow barbed or razor wire; and with regard to the architecture, noted that the building is setback and that although the site plan doesn't clearly reflect the three dimensions, the offset from the office to the storage area will provide dimension for visual interest. MOTION: Commissioner Soltysiak moved to dose the public hearing; adopt a Negative Declaration with a Finding of DeMinimus Impact for Planning Application No. PA98-0413; adopt the Mitigation Monitoring Program for Planning Application No. PA98-0413; and adopt Resolution No. 98-044 approving Planning Application No. PA98-0413 based upon the Analysis and the Findings contained in the Staff Report and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval, as tallows: 3 . . RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-044 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA98-0413 TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A MOVING, STORAGE AND WAREHOUSING BUSINESS WITH A 14,859 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING WITH ASSOCIATED PARKING, AND LANDSCAPING ON A PARCEL CONTAINING 2.11 ACRES, LOCATED ON ZEVO DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY 1, 250 FEET WEST OF DIAZ ROAD AND KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 909- 936-035. Add an additional condition regarding revising the final site and grading plan to reflect the actual fault line an additional condition restricting the use of barbed or razor wire being attached to the fence an additional condITion with regard to the fence, prohibITing the use of and that there be additional (evergreen-type) vines screening the fence The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commission Naggar who voted no. 4. Planning Application No. PA95-0079/Tentative Parcel Map No. 28257) Request to subdivide 2.85 acres into four (4) residential parcels RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission deny the requesl Project Planner Donahoe presented the staff report (per agenda material), noting that the project has been continued three times since the September 2, 1998, Planning Commission Meeting when it was originally presented; claritied that staffs concerns are, as follows: site constraints, drainage and access (per record); noted that staff has received six (6) letters in opposition to the project and one fax regarding the drainage easement on the adjacent properly; darified, for Commissioner Soltysiak, that although there was initial progress made on the development between September 2, 1998, and October 7, 1998, the aforementioned issues of concem have not been adequately addressed; and advised that staff is recommending denial of the project. Ms. Jeannine Paul, representing the applicant, read into the record (per supplemental agenda material) a letter from Mr. Peruchetti requesting approval of the project, and addressing drainage, grading, and lot size. For Commissioner Naggar, Mr. Kevin Peruchetti, the applicant, noted that there are no existing code violations on the property. Chairwoman Slaven closed the public hearing. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to adopt ResolutKm No. 98-045 denying Planning Application No. PA95-0079 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 28257) based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff report. 4 . . RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-045 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DENYING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA97-0079 (TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 28257) TO SUBDIVIDE A 2.85 ACRE INTO FOUR (4) PARCELS LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF PAUBA ROAD BETWEEN LA PRIMAVERA AND SHOWALTER ROAD, AND KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 945-070-006, -007, AND ~16. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Naggar and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 5. Plannina Application No. PA97-0237/General Amendment and Zone Chanae) Request to amend tihe General Plan designation for tihe site from Office and Neighborhood Commercial to Neighborhood Commercial, in accordance with Exhibit A; and to change the Zoning Map for the site from Professional Office and Neighborhood Commercial to Planned Development Overlay (PDO-1) RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission approve the requesl Senior Planner Hogan reviewed the staff report (as per agenda material), highlighting the modifications, as follows: 1) to amend the General Plan designation, and 2) to modify the Zoning Map facilitating permitted uses more compatible with the area; and with regard to traffic, noted that the proposal would have no negative impact. Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs c1aritied, for Commissioner Webster, page 27, section B-1 (of record) that the Circulation Element doesn't address extending Jedediah Smith Road to the area of discussion, noting that a portion of the properly is currently being used for drainage facilities and a MWD (MetropolITan Water District) easement; and advised that the existing right-{)f-way would not be used for access to the properties in the existing Neighborhood Commercial Zone, due to the potential use of the right-{)f-way to address drainage issues. Chairwoman Slaven, echoed by Commissioner Guerriero, commended Planning Staff on their efforts associated with the proposal. Mr. Larry Markham, representing the owners of two of the parcels, relayed concurrence with staffs recommendation regarding the proposed changes; requested a modification in the addition of permitted uses (of record), as follows: page 17, Animal hospfta/s, page 19, Carpet and rug cleaning, arid page 21, Heaffh and exercise clubs (less than 5,000 square feet); noted, for Commissioner Webster, with regard to Jedediah Smith Road, that the drainage channel exists primarily on the east half of the right-{)f-way; advised that the request for vacating the area is in abeyance with the City until the ultimate resolution of the drainage issue is determined; noted that the area would be inappropriate for access to the property due to the flat angle; for Mr. Webster, noted that the modification of additional permitted uses could be conditionally permitted; and for Chairwoman Slaven, provided the rationale for the request to modify the permitted uses was to broaden the zone with compatible uses. For Commissioner Guerriero, Senior Planner Hogan noted that staff was agreeable to the requested modification of the permitted uses. 5 . . MOTION: Commissioner Naggar moved to dose the public hearing; adopt the Negative Dedaration for PA97 -0237; and adopt Resolution No. 98-046 recommending approval of PA97-0237 (General Plan, Zoning Map, and Development Code Amendments) based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the Staff Report, amended as follows: RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-046 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A RESOLUTION ENTITLED A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP ON THE EAST SIDE OF PALA ROAD SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH RAINBOW CANYON ROAD (PLANNING APPLICATION PA97-0237) AND ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ON THE EAST SIDE OF PALA ROAD SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH RAINBOW CANYON ROAD AND KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NOS. 950-110-018,019,020, AND 032, AND ADDING SECTIONS 1722.100 THROUGH 1722.108 TO THE DEVELOPMENT CODE (PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA97-0237) Add the followinll conditional permitted uses: page 17, Animal hospital page 19, Carpet and rug cleaning page 21, Health and exercise clubs (less than 5,000 square feet) The motion was seconded by Commissioner Webster and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. At 7:24 P.M. a short recess was taken, and the meeting reconvened at 7:31 P.M. 6. Planning Application No. PA98-0397 (Change of Zonel and PA98-03978 (Tentative Tract Map 28810) Request to subdivide 7.31 acres into 78 single family detached dwellings and two open space/park lots within a planned development overlay districl RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission approve the requesl Commissioner Webster advised that he would be abstaining with regard to this Agenda Item, and therefore left the meeting at 7:31 P.M. By way of color renderings, Assistant Planner Anders presented the staff report (per agenda material), highlighting site design, access, traffic, landscaping and architecture; commended the architect for his worK on the project; advised that a condition, with regard to the Change of Zone (as noted in the memorandum, dated December 2, 1998, per supplemental agenda material) be added, ant that Condition No. 39, regarding submittal to the Fire Prevention Bureau, be deleted. 6 . . Mr. Larry MarKham, representing the applicant, relayed his concurrence with staffs recommendation, regarding the modification to the conditions; thanked staff for their worK and efforts; for Commissioner Naggar, noted that the front fencing (constructed of wood and three or four feet in height) reflected in the renderings is an architectural feature: clarified that the proposed access will provide for adequate stacking; and, for Chairwoman Slaven, noted that the entry will be gated, facilitating inaccessibility from the street. Mr. Eric C. Curson, 29976 Via Puesta Del Sol, expressed concern with regard to the potential traffic, which could be generated by the project. Mr. Leon Lies, 29959 Via Puesta Del Sol, voiced his concerns, as follows: safety, traffic, access with only one point of entrance; with regard to construction, relayed concern with regard to traffic, noise, and open trenches; voiced disapproval of the three existing power poles that are currently aboveground. Mr. Lies commended the reduction ot units in the proposed project. Mr. MarKham noted, for Mr. Lies, that the power poles will be installed underground. Commissioner Naggar commended the architect for his worK on the project, the reduction of units in the proposed plan, and the clear and concise staff report facilitating a clear appraisal of the elevations. Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs noted, for Commissioner Guerriero, that this project will provide the raised median on Margarita Road, facilitating safer traffIC flow, noting that the provision for a designated U-tum will most likely be installed at a signalized intersection; and noted that although Avenida Barca may be utilized for the movement, Mr. Guerriero's concern with regard to the heavily impacted signalized intersection would be relayed. Mr. Richard Kimball, representing the applicant, noted, for Commissioner Guerriero, that the stucco will maintain a semi- smooth finish with added color, noting that he would submit samples of the stucco, with texture, presenting each house color for the Commission's appraisal. Ms. Anders advised that staff would ensure that the actual stucco would be consistent with the color renderings. Chairwoman Slaven closed the public hearing at this time. Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs c1aritied, for Chairwoman Slaven, that this project facilitates a reduction in the traffic count with provision of road improvements on Margarita Road, as follows: a 110' foot right-of-way, two lanes, and a parKing lane. Chairwoman Slaven, echoed by Commissioner Naggar, relayed her concern with regard to cut-through traffic in the adjacent neighborhoods without the designation of a U-turn movement at one of the left-turn pockets. Chairwoman Slaven reopened the public hearing. By way of overheads, Mr. MarKham presented the access and circulation on the proposed site, specifying the left-turn pocket at Avenida Del Sol, and the tum pocket at Avenida Sonoma, advising that the raised median will extend to Moraga Road; clarified that the turn movement into the project was directed by staff, noting that they would cooperate with staffs recommendation regarding access. 7 . . Chairwoman Slaven suggested continuing the project to the next Planning Commission Meeting in order for the Commission to get clarification trom staff on the designation of the U-turn movement. With regard to traffic and circulation, Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs noted, for Ms. Slaven, that the PublicIT raffic Safety Commission and a registered Traffic Engineer will review and address turning motions and the location of signals when warranted, advising that it is in the City's best interest to maintain utilizing the expertise of the aforementioned Commission and Traffic Engineer to apprise the circulation issues. Chairwoman Slaven reiterated her concern w~h regard to the potential traffic problems generated by the project, advising that she would not support the project without the provision of additional specific traffIC information since the access of this project would create the need for the U-turn movement. Planning Manager Ubnoske clarified that the turning movement designation is a separate issue, advising that it would not affect change in the design at this project. Mr. MarKham, and Mr. ParKs allayed Chairwoman Slaven's concern with regard to the U-tum designation by clarifying that a U-turn may be made at all left-turn pockets unless otherwise prohibited. For Commissioner Soltysiak, Deputy Director of Public WorKs ParKs noted that the signals would be interconnected. Commissioner Naggar recommended the addition of signalized intersections, ~ there is difficulty with the U-turn motion viewing Margarita Road as a potentially major thoroughtare. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to close the public hearing: adopt the Negative Declaration for Planning Application No. PA98-0397 (Zoning Amendment) and PA98-0398 (Tentative Tract Map 28810); and adopt the Mitigation Monitoring Program for Planning Application No. PA98-0397 (Zoning Amendment) and PA98-0398 (Tentative Tract Map 28810); and adopt Resolution No. 98-047 recommending to the Ctty Council approval of Planning Application No. PA98- 0397 (Zoning Amendment) and PA98-0398 (Tentative Tract Map 28810); based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the Staff Report, public testimony received at the public hearing, and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval, as follows: RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-047 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVES PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA98-0398 (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 28810) FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF 7.31 ACRES INTO 78 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS (INCLUDING PRODUCT REVIEW) AND TWO OPEN SPACElPARK LOTS WITH ASSOCIATED PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON A PARCEL CONTAINING 7. 31 ACRES LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF MARGARITA ROAD APPROXIMATELY 1,400 FEET EAST OF MORAGA ROAD, KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 921-370-004. Modifv that the following condition be added, as follows: Tentative Map 28810 (PA No. 98-03398) is subject to the approval and enforceable adoption of the Change of Zone (PA No. 98-0397). In the event that the Change of Zone (PA No. 98-0397) does not occur, the approval of Tentative Map 28810 will terminate without further action and will have no force and effect. 8 . . that Condition No. 39, regarding submittal to the Fire Prevention Bureau, be deleted. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Naggar and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commission Webster who abstained. 7. Planninll Application No. PA98-0323 (Tentative Tract Map 28510\ Request to subdivide 71.1 acres into 242 residential lots, 1 commercial lot and 1 park lot RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Ptanning Commission continue the request off calendar. Since it was noted that staff recommended continuing the matter off calendar, Mr. John 'Koran, 40645 La Colima Road, a public member who had requested to speak, noted that he was agreeable to coming back to the Planning Commission Meeting at a future point in time when the issue would be addressed. MOTION: Commissioner Naggar moved to continue the matter off calendar. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Soltysiak and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commissioner Webster who was absent. PLANNING MANAGER'S REPORT A. Planning Manager Ubnoske noted that staff is working on clarification of the language for the criteria for a FAR (Floor Area Ratio) increase, noting that the issue will be brought before the Planning Commission. B. Ms. Ubnoske informed the Commission that the landscape information sheet is being prepared and will be brought to the Commission in February. C. It was noted that staff is in the process of creating flow charts that demonstrate the process on projects after approval, with regard to grading permits, building permits, and Certificate of Occupancy. D. Since Mr. Bob Davis will present the Circulation Element at the January 20, 1999, Planning Commission Meeting, Ms. Ubnoske advised that the Commissioners put their concerns in wrITing in order to present Mr. Davis with the information prior to the meeting. Senior Planner Fagan noted that the comprehensive packet will be provided to the Commission two weeks before the January 20,1999, Planning Commission Meeting: and advised it might be helpful for Mr. Davis to give a brief overview of the Circulation Element at the December 16, 1998, Planning Commission Meeting. Regarding the meeting addressing traffIC, Attorney Curley noted, for Chairwoman Slaven, that the public comment portion of the meeting could take place at the end of the hearing in order to to allow Commission Business to take place first. E. With regard to Dr. John Husing's report, it was noted that if the Commission had questions, Assistant City Manager O'Grady could address those issues at a Planning Commission Meeting. 9 . . COMMISSIONER REPORTS A. With regard to the Californian newspaper, Commissioner Guerriero expressed dissatisfaction, echoed by Commissioners Naggar and Slaven, with the editorialized unfounded comments describing the Commission as ' a bunch of rubber-stamping clones of the City Council.' He invited the editor to attend the meetings in order to obtain accurate information. 8. Deputy Director of Public Works ParKs assured Mr. Guerriero that the entrance to Claim Jumper from Rancho Cal~ornia Road with no signs restricting U-turns would be investigated. C. For Mr. Guerriero, Senior Planner Hogan advised that once the Circulation Study has been completed it will warrant amending the General Plan with regard to noise and air qualffy; and noted that the Housing Element will be addressed in 1999. D. For Chairwoman Slaven, Mr. Hogan clarified the Sign Ordinance process. E. Commissioner Naggar noted that Fire Marshall Windsor advised that the City has scheduled two Household Waste Disposal Events in April and October, recommending that staff promote community awareness of the events. F. Mr. Hogan advised that the City uses existing guidelines to regulate antennae height. ADJOURNMENT At 9:16 P.M. Chairwoman Slaven formally adjourned this meeting to Wednesday, December 16,1998, at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business ParK Drive, T emecula. ;i)~ w~ Debbie Ubnoske, Planning Manager 10 "