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HomeMy WebLinkAbout020899 OTLRB Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE OLD TOWN TEMECULA LOCAL REVIEW BOARD FEBRUARY 8, 1999 CALL TO ORDER The Old Town Temecula Local Review Board convened in a regular meeting at 9:02 A.M., on Monday, February 8, 1999, in the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. ROLLCALL Present: Board Members Blair, Mighell, Nielsen and Chairman Harker Absent: Board Member Allen Also Present: Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer, * Assistant Planner Anders, Development Processing Coordinator Noland, Senior Development Analyst Powers, * and Minute Clerk Hansen * (It was noted that Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer and Senior Development Analyst Powers left the meeting at 9:58 A.M.) PUBLIC COMMEN'[~ No comments. BOARD BUSINESS 1. Approval of Minutes - October 12. 1998. November 9. 1998. and January_ 11. 1999 MOTION: Board Member Blair moved to approve the minutes of October 12, 1998. The motion was seconded by Board Member Mighell and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exceefion of Board Member Allen who was absent. MOTION: Board Member Mighell moved to approve the minutes of November 9, 1998. The motion was seconded by Board Member Nielsen and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Board Member Allen who was absent. It was noted that approval of the January 11, 1999 minutes would be postponed to the March 8, 1999 meeting in order for the Board Members to further review. 2. Old Business A. Streetsca_~e Pro_ie{;t Development Processing Coordinator Noland relayed that the reconstruction process in Old Town was near completion. Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer clarified, for Board Member Blair, the issue of the streetscape connecting with the existing buildings; advised that although the timing for correction had not been established, there were 286 items noted to be addressed in Old Town by Valley Crest; for Board Member Nielsen, noted that the City is not at this time mandating the property owners to make any alterations or modifications; and for Board Member Mighell, advised that the Departments of Public Works and Community Services are addressing pedestrian traffic with regard to the Rod Run. B. Alternate Board Member Development Processing Coordinator Noland relayed that City Clerk Jones advised that two Board Members are about to term, additionally, noting that the City is advertising for an alternate Board Member and that the application period will be for an interim of six weeks. Board Member Nielsen recommended that after Mr. Morris's contract period with the City expires, he would be a great candidate for Board membership. C. Walking Tour Board Member Mighell commended the aesthetic pleasing effects of the newly installed electrical sign post and the Public Address system. Development Processing Coordinator Noland recommended that the Board take a walk through Old Town three to four times a year in order to facilitate thorough review. For Board Member Mighell, Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer addressed utilization of the Public Address system for the use of advertising, advising that there are legal constraints dictating the use; and noted that the City is currently addressing the issue with City Attorney Thorson. 3. New Business A. Proposed renovation/remodel of the Palomar Hotel (28522 Front Street) Mr. Daniel Aguirre, representing the applicant, reviewed the renovation plan, specifically addressing amended modifications to the renovation plan, as follows: · the upper deck will be reduced by five feet · the public restrooms will be relocated to the patio/entry area 2 · the parking stalls will be modified from 90-degree angling to 30-degree, and the number of stalls will be reduced from 18 to 13 · the ceiling height is proposed to be raised, in order to avoid raising the entire building Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer clarified, for Board Member Mighell, that the parking requirements in Old Town are not applicable if the existing use in not being expanded. Assistant Planner Anders noted that while accommodating the proposed Bed and Breakfast, the restaurant will, additionally, be available to the public. In response to Ms. Anders' querying, Mr. Aguirre relayed that he had not yet investigated as to the determination of whether or not the property was two separate parcels. Ms. Anders advised that she would further address lot merging after provision of that determination. For a more pleasing visual effect, Board Member Nielsen recommended replacing the aluminum windows and commended Mr. Aguirre for the architectural improvement of the use. Mr. Aguirre noted that the structure would be re-stuccoed; specified the location of 'the aluminum sliders, proposed to be converted to wood; addressed the handrailing, specifying the detailing providing a rustic visual interest (Monterey style), noting the dimensions; advised that the lighting will be consistent with the existing lighting in Old Town; for Assistant Planner Anders, relayed that the color of the building will be an off-white; for Chairman Harker, noted that the antiquated Thunderbird may be relocated; for Board Member Blair, relayed that the restaurant will facilitate take-out service, noting that the applicant has relayed that there may be, additionally, servers and seated service; with regard to signage, noted that the name designation has not been determined, relaying that the sign at the front of the use will reference the Bed and Breakfast, and an alternate sign referencing the restaurant; and advised that for visual aesthetic purposes, and for the provision of protecting the facility from weathering, there may be additional tile caps installed on the roof, which would run parallel with the existing wall. Senior Development Analyst Powers relayed that the applicant is in the process of investigating qualification for historical designation with the State, noting that such a designation would restrict alterations on the exterior of the building. While approving the general conceptual plan, Board Member Blair, echoed by the Board, recommended that the final amended revised renovation plan be brought back to the Board for final approval. Assistant Planner Anders reiterated the Board's recommendations, regarding the proposed site plan, as follows: · that additional detailed articulation be added to the patio and restroom area · that additional detail be incorporated into the design of the railing · that the aluminum windows be replaced with wood Board Member Mighell commended the project, recommending moving forward with the preliminary plan. MOTION: Board Member Mighell moved to continue this matter; approved the general conceptual plan, and recommended that the matter be brought back to the Board for review of the final revised site plan. The motion was seconded by Board Member Blair and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Board Member Allen who was absent. Mr. Aguirre was agreeable to the continuance, and relayed that he expected to have the final revised site plan prepared for the March Board meeting. Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer and Senior Development Analyst Powers left the meeting at this time. (9:58 A.M.) B. Prooosed Si_onage Development Processing Coordinator Noland presented the preliminary proposed signage for the Temecula Market, relaying its consistency with the Sign Program; specified the lettering, coloring and the wording, referencing Roadhouse on one sign, and Road Runners Roadhouse on an alternate sign; and relayed that formal application for signage approval will be presented at the next meeting. The general co.nsensus of the Board was approval of the preliminary proposed signage. 4. Consultation No comments. 5. Board Discussion No comments. 6. Staff ADoroval~ No comments. ADJOURNMENT At 10:16 A.M. Chairman Harker formally adjourned this meeting to Monday. March 8. 1999. at 9:00 A. M., in the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula. Chairman William Harker Assistant Planner Anders 4