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HomeMy WebLinkAbout061803 PC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 18, 2003 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Wednesday, June 18, 2003, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Olhasso led the audience in the Flag salute. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Guerriero, Mathewson, Olhasso, Telesio, and Chairman Chiniaeff Absent: None PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Agenda RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Agenda of June 18, 2003. 2. Minutes RECOMMENDATION 2.1 Approve the Minutes of May 7, 2003 MOTION: Commissioner Mathewson moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 and 2. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. COMMISSION BUSINESS None. R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 1 PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS NEW ITEMS 3. Planninq Application No. PA03-0318 To construct. establish and operate a two- storv. 21.849 square foot preschool/dav care center consistinq of three buildinqs and a request for an exception to the development standards to reduce the onsite park/nq requirements bv 12 spaces located on the northwest corner of Villaqe Road and Landinqs Road in the Harveston Specific Plan area. Matthew Harris. Associate Planner RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Adopt Notice of Determination for Planning Application No. PA02-0707 and PA03-0136 (Development Plan and Tentative Tract Map) pursuant to Section 15164 of the California Environmental Quality Act; 3.2 Adopt a resolution entitled: PC RESOLUTION NO. 2003-040 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA03-0138, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO CONSTRUCT, ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A TWO- STORY, 21,849 SQUARE FOOT PRESCHOOUDAY CARE CENTER AND A REQUEST FOR AN EXCEPTION TO THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TO REDUCE THE ONSITE PARKING REQUIREMENTS BY 12 SPACES ON A 1.75 ACRE SITE WITHIN THE HARVESTON SPECIFIC PLAN AREA. THE SITE IS GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF VILLAGE ROAD AND LANDINGS ROAD ALSO KNOW AS ASSESSORS PARCEL NO. 916-170-028. Associate Planner Harris provided an overview of the staff report (as per agenda material), noting the following: . That the planning application is a request to construct, establish, and operate a two-story, 21,849 square foot, preschool/day care center that would be located on 1.75 acres with a proposed maximum capacity of 312 children ranging from infants to kindergarten; . That the proposed project will be located on the northwest corner of Village Road and Landings Road in the Harveston Specific Plan area within the pedestrian village of Harveston; . That the three proposed buildings will be interconnected via sidewalks and a trellis; R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 2 Architecture . That the buildings' architecture will emulate an Americana style in keeping with the style of the surrounding buildings; Landscapina . That the applicant will be proposing that the areas within the interior courtyards be landscaped; . That there will be landscaping between building footprints and street frontages; . That because landscaping for Village Road will be addressed through the Village Road Landscape Plan, it has not been reflected on the proposed plans; that staff has reviewed both landscape plans to ensure consistency; . That staff is of the opinion that both the site plan and landscaping plan conform with the development standards of the Specific Plan and Design Guidelines with the exception of off-street parking; . That the Harveston Specific Plan will require that off-street parking requirements be determined at the site plan review phase; that there are no specific off-street parking requirements in the Specific Plan with regard to day care centers; that, as per the City's Development Code, one parking space will be required for every two employees plus one parking space per five children; that staff has determined that, as per the Development Code, the proposed project would be required to provide 82 off-street parking spaces; that the applicant is proposing to reduce the number of off-street parking spaces to 70 spaces (12 space reduction); and that the Planning Commission may waive or modify this requirement if the requested reduction were to not impact the health and safety of the facility; . That the applicant is of the opinion that the requested reduction will not impact public health and safety for the following reasons: o That the maximum number of children on site is rarely achieved o That many parents have multiple children at the facility o That many employees carpool to work . That in light of the above-mentioned reasons, staff is of the opinion that the requested reduction would not impact the health and safety of the building; Buildina Desian . That the Specific Plan lists specific design criteria, as follows: o That the first floor of any multi-floor building should be oriented to the pedestrian o That the design of the building facades shall be architecturally interesting and in scale with the pedestrian R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 3 o That large blank walls be avoided on the ground floor elevations . That with the exception of some items (as noted below), staff would generally be satisfied with the overall building design and architecture: o Staff is of the opinion that more significant and interesting corner treatment would be warranted and recommended; that a false entry feature be incorporated into the tower at the entrance of the main building; o Staff would recommend that the proposed dormer windows be replaced with three dormer windows to match the design of those used on the main entry elevation; o Staff would also recommend that the concrete block wall be opened up to the street with the use of wrought iron; o Staff would further recommend that architectural modifications be reviewed and approved by the Planning Director; . That the applicant has been unwilling to incorporate staff's recommendation into the building; . That Condition No. 70 (Building and Safety Condition) should be deleted from the conditions of approval. For Commissioner Guerriero, Associate Planner Harris stated that, as per the State Social Services Department, day care centers rarely reach the maximum capacity at any one time. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Bill Storm, Lennar Communities, spoke in favor of the project's architecture and landscaping. Speaking in support of the proposed project, Ms. Malinda Smith, 29705 Solana Way, advised that ABC Day Care recently achieved nationwide accreditation; that the hours of operation are 4:30 A.M. to 12:00 A.M. in an effort to assist with traffic flow; that special programs are spaced throughout the week; and that there is a drop-off point off the street. With regard to the proposed added conditions, Ms. Smith voiced no opposition with the exception of the false entry feature, noting that licensing would not permit this type of an entry. Mr. Matthew Fagan, 42011 Avenida Vista Ladera, relayed the applicant's willingness to continue the urban streetscape appearance established at the Welcome Home Center within the Harveston project and that he would as well concur with the added conditions with the exception of the false entry feature. Mr. Fagan noted that a day care center would energize the street and that the parents utilizing the day care center could possibly support retail within the area of discussion. R:\Minutes\PJanning Commission\061803 4 Mr. Dave Madden, 23932 Hamlin Ct, Murrieta, architect for the project, further commented on the Americana style, noting the use of rustic building materials. Ms. Anna Marchard, 41973 Via Renate, spoke in favor of the proposed ABC Daycare Center. At this time, the public hearing was closed. Thanking Ms. Smith for presenting this project to the Commission and for making the requested changes to the dormer, Commissioner Guerriero relayed concern with regard to the fence, requesting that a more solid fence material be utilized to prohibit the potential of wandering transients. Commissioner Mathewson requested that public seating be either moved to another location along the street or that a solid wall will be constructed in the front. Echoing Commissioner Guerriero's comment with regard to the use of fence materials, Commissioner Telesio relayed his desire for better screening and questioned why a different color is being proposed for the bottom portion of the tower element. Pleased with the proposed project, Commissioner Olhasso thanked Ms. Smith for her participation within the community. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff's recommendation with the following modified conditions: o Exception of a false entry feature be incorporated into the tower that will emulate the main building entrance; o Modification to bring the shingle fagade (on the tower) down to the first floor; o Modification to the concrete block wall be opened up to the street with incorporation of wrought iron; and o Deletion of Condition No. 70 (that the City of Temecula has adopted an ordinance to collect fees for a Riverside County Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Olhasso and voice vote reflected unanimous decision. R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 5 4. Planninq Application No. PA02-0257 To construct. establish and operate a church facility in two phases. Phase 1 includes a 10.500 square foot fellowship hall with administration and classroom areas and a 2.880 square feet modular classroom buildinq totalinq 13.380 square feet. Phase 2 includes a 10.670 square foot. 450 seat church sanctuarv. youth room with an additional 2.600 square feet of classroom area and removal of the modular classroom buildinqs for the project at build out is 23.770. Override the AirPort Land Use Commission decision that determined the proposed use to be inconsistent with the French Valley Airport Land Use located southwest Corner of Calle Medusa and Nicholas Road. Saled Naaseh. Senior Planner RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Adopt a Negative Declaration; 4.2 Adopt a resolution entitled: PC RESOLUTION NO. 2003-042 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA02-0257, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND REDEVELOPMENT PLAN TO CONSTRUCT, ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A CHURCH FACILITY IN TWO PHASES TO INCLUDE A FELLOWSHIP HALL WITH ADMINISTRATION AND CLASSROOM AREAS, A TEMPORARY MODULAR CLASSROOM BUILDING, A 450 SEAT CHURCH SANCTUARY WITH YOUTH ROOM AND ADDITIONAL CLASSROOMS TOTALING 23,770 SQUARE FEET AT BUILD-OUT AND TO OVERRIDE THE AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION DECISION THAT DETERMINED THE PROPOSED USE TO BE INCONSISTENT WITH THE FRENCH VALLEY AIRPORT LAND USE PLAN ON THE 4.98 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF CALLE MEDUSA AND NICHOLAS ROAD KNOWN AS ASSESSORS PARCEL NO. 957-140-010 While presenting the staff report (of record), Senior Planner Naaseh noted the following: . That the proposed resolution should be corrected to reflect a 4.98-acre site, not a 5.98-acre site . That the planning application is a request to construct, establish, and operate a church facility in two phases; . That staff has conditioned the project to ensure that landscaping would be completed in Phase 1; R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 6 . That the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) found the proposed project to be inconsistent with the French Valley Airport Land Use Plan; that the Public Utilities Code Section 21774.5 (d) would permit the City Council by a majority vote to override the ALUC decision if certain findings were made and certain conditions were adhered to by the project; . That staff has determined that the necessary findings could be made; . That Phase 1 will include a temporary 2,880 square foot, modular classroom building, which will be removed in Phase 2; . That the Deyelopment Code would require screening of the temporary modular classroom but that this may not always be possible; that another section of the Code would require that if not built as stick structures, then the structure must be screened with landscaping; that staff would be of the opinion that with the proposed landscaping and added Condition No. 31, the modular structure will be sufficiently screened from the street; . That the improvements for the project will include road improvements to Calle Medusa and Nicholas Road and the undergrounding of existing lines and utility poles; . That staff has determined that the proposed project will be consistent with the Development Code and City's Design Guidelines and will conform to all applicable development regulations; that staff would recommend that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution recommending approval by City Council. In response to Chairman Chiniaeff, Senior Planner Naaseh stated that for safety reasons, specifically large gathering underneath the flight pattern, the ALUC has discouraged such a use in the airport traffic pattern. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Russell Rumansoff, 27349 Jefferson Avenue, architecVapplicant, stated that he would agree with the recommended conditions and advised that the proposed design is the result of the congregation's need. Mr. Jerry Hangen, Pastor, 32120 Corte Carmela, provided a brief overview and commented on the need for a Presbyterian Church; thanked staff and the City for all its assistance; and presented a model of the project to the Commission. Although expressing support for the project, Mr. Dennis Fitz, 39910 Jeffrey Heights Road, relayed concern with regard to the modular buildings to which Mr. Rumansoff described the various pop-outs on the modular building. Mr. Steve Nadall, 41365 Enterprise Circle North, Hamer Group, explained the various landscaping; advised that trees and shrubs will be utilized to screen the air conditioning units; and noted that the railings on the site will be made of iron. R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 7 In response to Commissioner Telesio, Mr. Rumansoff advised that buildings across the street are the modular buildings that will be used but that they will be upgraded. At this time, the public hearing was closed. In reply to Commissioner Telesio's safety concern by placing structures along an airport, Assistant City Attorney Curley advised that the Aviation Easement would prohibit an owner from filing any complaints against the airport. For Commissioner Olhasso, Mr. Rumansoff that no week day events will be scheduled by the preschool. MOTION: Commissioner Olhasso moved to approve staff's recommendation to City Council with the modification to the resolution of 4.98 acre site and the addition of heavy screening around modular buildings. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous decision. COMMISSIONER'S REPORTS A. Commissioner Guerriero thanked the Commission for being able to attend the City tour, noting that some of the residential housing is interesting and some of it is in need of significant improvement. B. Commissioner Telesio congratulated Commissioners Chiniaeff and Guerriero on their reappointed for another three years. C. Commissioner Mathewson stated that temporary sign at Advantage Rent-A- Car is still posted. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT A. Planning Director Ubnoske stated that a consultant has been hired to prepare the City's Design Guidelines and requested that a subcommittee of two Planning Commissioners be appointed to work with the consultant and staff. Commissioners Guerriero and Telesio were appointed to the Design Guidelines Subcommittee by unanimous yoice vote. ADJOURNMENT At 7:45 P.M. Chairman Chiniaeff formally adjourned the meeting to the next reaular meetina to be held on Wednesday, July 2,2003 at 6:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, CA 92590 ~D 'WCh" ff ' ennlS . Inlae Chairman ~&/x~' u~~ De bie Ubnoske Director of Planning R:\Minutes\Planning Commission\061803 8