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HomeMy WebLinkAbout100604 PC Minutes , ., MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 06, 2004 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Wednesday, October 6, 2004, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Telesio thanked Eve Craig for the prelude music. ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Guerriero led the audience in the Flag salute. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Chiniaeff, Guerriero, arid Chairman Telesio. Absent: Mathewson and Olhasso. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Dough Kerner representing Temecula Creek Inn, expressed concern with the Joint City CounciVPlanning Commission minutes of August 10, 2004. Mr. Kerner relayed that it is his opinion that the minutes of the workshop did not completely reflect the substance of the discussion in regard to the General Plan land use Issue discussion. For the Commission, Ms. Ubnoske clarified that what came before the Joint Workshop was the CACs recommendation; noting that it was not a Public Hearing and that it would not be appropriate for staff or the Commission to be given direction to overturn or change the CACs recommendation; and that when the recommendation come before the Planning Commission in a Public Hearing, the Commission at that time, could choose to have a difference of opinion with respect to the CACs recommendation. Ms. Ubnoske.also relayed that she will bring Mr. Kerner's concerns to the City Clerk's attention. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Aaenda RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Agenda of October 6, 2004 2 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 1 " 2.1 Approve the Minutes of Adjourned Regular Joint City CounciVPlanning Commission Workshop of August 10, 2004 2.2 Approve the Minutes of August 18, 2004 2.3 Approve the Minutes of September 1, 2004 MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve Items No. 2.2 and 2.3 and because lack of quorum, roll over Item No. 2.1. Commissioner Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner's Mathewson and Olhasso who were both absent. New Item 3 Plannino Application No. PA04-0200. PA04-0201. PA04-0202. and PA04-0203. a 'Development Plan. submitted bv John Clement of Venture Point, to construct a neiohborhood shoppino center with eioht commercial buildinos totalino 80.524 souare feet consistino of 23.553 souare feet of multiple use retail space. 18.722 souare feet of multiple use restaurant space. an 18.000 souare foot orocerv store. a 13. 217 souare foot druo store. and 7.032 souare feet of multiple use professional office space. In coni unction. a Vestino Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide a 9.77 acre parcel into six (6) parcels. a Minor Conditional Use Permit for a drive-thru pharmacv at the proposed druo store. and a Minor Conditional Use Permit to allow for the sale of alcohol (Type 21 license. off-sale oeneral) from the proposed druo store and the proposed orocerv store. located at the southeast corner of Rancho California Road and Meadows Parkway Associate Planner Fisk presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That in May 2003, the City Council denied an application for the project site that was filed by Venture Point for Community Commercial Shopping Center design with a 38,372 square foot grocery store . That the applicant has worked with staff to redesign the site to address design concerns expressed by the City Council including reduction in the size of the market to make the shopping center compatible with the with site Specific Plan and General Plan designation of Neighborhood Commercial . That the City Council expressed concern with the size of the grocery store; that the loading spaces for the market were facing the residential properties on the hill; and that the scale of the overall project would need to be reduced to a pedestrian scale to better fit with the surrounding Neighborhood Commercial designation . That staff has worked with the applicant and neighboring community to achieve a variety of project enhancements that will result in a project where the neighborhood commercial scale; that the reduction in size of the market was the most essential change necessary to establishing the project as a neighborhood commercial center; and that the application is consistent with the Margarita Village Specific Plan and General Plan and General Plan designations of Neighborhood Commercial R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 2 '- . That the loading facilities will be placed in the rear of the buildings where there will be mi.nimal activity . That a tree-shaded plaza area with a water feature was added to create an outdoor . eating area . That enhanced paving will be provided within the plaza area, such as stone veneer and enhanced pre-cast concrete on portions of the facades of building E and F . That pedestrian access will include a walkway placed along a tree-lined aisle that extends from Rancho California Road to Meadows Parkway (in front of Buildings D thru I) and a walkway leading from the plaza area to the front of Building B that is separated from the parking area; that these walkways create an environment with safe and convenient pedestrian interaction between businesses . That staff is of the opinion that there is insufficient provisions of a base material for the buildings throughout the site; and that staff also expressed concern regarding blank wall spaces and the visibility of delivery doors at the rear of Buildings Band C from Meadows Parkway; however, the applicant is of the opinion that there is adequate building features and screening . That staff has also expressed concern with the lack of landscaping in the front of the grocery building (Building H); and requested an outdoor seating area to provide seating for a deli planned within the grocery store; and that the applicant responded that additional landscaping and outdoor seating would severely limit the function of the grocery store . That the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits requires that a CUP be obtained from the Planning Commission; that Type 21 license, off-sale general is being proposed at the drug-store and the proposed grocery store . That the application is consistent with the Development Code and that the census tract is not over concentrated with off-sale licenses so Public Convenience or Necessity. findings are not required . That an initial study has been prepared and indicates that the project will have potential significant impacts unless mitigation measures are included as a Condition of Approval; and that based on mitigation listed within the mitigation monitoring program for the program for the project addressing aesthetics and noise, staff would recommend adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project . That in conclusion, staff recommends that the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and conforms to the Margarita Village Specific Plan (SP), the Development Code, the Citywide Design Guidelines and the Temecula subdivision; therefore, staff recommends that the Planning commission approve the proposed Development Code, Vesting Tentative Parcel Map, and Minor CUP R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 3 '- . That staff has some corrections and additions as follows: o That page 4 of the staff report should read: 1 space/300 square feet of gross floor area versus 1 space/100; noting that the calculations for the proposed and required parking spaces is correct o That the Resolution for the alcohol CUP Section 2, delete verbiage: in regards to criteria for Public Convenience or Necessity. . That staff distributed a memo to the Planning Commission requesting that a Condition of Approval be added to the Development Plan (see memo) . That the Public Works Department requested that the two Conditions of Approval be added to the Development Plan (see memo); noting that the Condition would limit the access to the parcel as shown on the Development Plan . That Condition of Approval No. 31 of the Development Plan be revised to read: that prior to occupancy of the first building permit, all perimeter landscaping must be installed . That the applicant is requesting that Condition of approval No. 44 of the Vesting Tentative Parcel Map be removed; and that because the proposed buildings do not cross property lines and the property could be developed as proposed without subdivision, both the Planning Department and Public Works Department agree that it would be appropriate to remove the Condition of Approval. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Fisk relayed that other pedestrian uses would be reviewed by the Planning Director as to whether or not they would be appropriate for the plaza. Commissioner Chiniaeff queried if the City Attorney should comment. In response to Commissioner's Chiniaeff's query, Mr. Fisk noted that staff encouraged the applicant to add additional landscaping to the rear of Buildings of Band C but that the applicant is of the opinion that no changes or addition of landscaping is necessary. Via Overhead, Mr. Fisk, displayed elevations of the original proposed project. At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Mr. John Clement, of Venture Point Development, offered the following comments: . That the applicant is satisfied with staff's Condition of Approval except for the use changes (see memo) distributed by Mr. Fisk at the Planning Commission meeting . That the proposed plaza will offer a pedestrian gathering for the public . That there are other uses that are not listed on staff's memo such as a florist and card shop and that Mr. Fisk's list is not conclusive. R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 4 Mr. Richard Sallis, attorney representing the applicant, offered the following: . That the applicant would be opposed to the additional Conditions beyond what the existing code requires as it relates to this portion of the property . That the proposed project conforms to the Specific Plan (SP) and General Plan; that there are within the uses that are allowed and would not like to further limit it. Commissioner Chiniaeff queried on what types of material would be used for the bottom portion of the buildings. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Clement noted that the applicant will be using materials that will be harmonious to Wine Country; that there will be a blend of pre-cast materials, stone materials, and brick materials; that on the elevations there would be full height base materials on building F and wrapping around E and G. Mr. Brian Wolfe, architect for the project, offered the following comments: . That dynamic elements have been incorporated to the street elevation of Buildings B andC . That the lower 3 feet of Building Band C will be of pilaster; and that there will be a shrub hedge that will grow 3 to 4 feet tall along the building . That durable materials will be applied to the buildings . That column bases in front of the market will be of pre-cast; and that the wall will be protected by a .concrete curb element . That there will not be pre-cast materials along the entire front of the shopping store, only on the columns and pilasters where the shopping carts will be stored . That there will be architectural integrated lighting, decorative scones, and wall packs which are needed for security lighting Commissioner Guerriero queried if awnings and other materials would be incorporated on the street side of Buildings A west elevation and I north elevation, other than stucco. For Commissioner Guerriero, Mr. Wolfe responded that landscaping will be incorporated at those elevations to provide screening. Mr. John Wieneke, representing the applicant, offered the following information: . That there will be a 20 foot setback of landscaping that is very thick . That the monument sign is a blockade which is made of a soft edge meant to isolate building A entirely R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 5 .' . That building A is architecturally detailed and has nice looking edges; and that this will be a non-pedestrian area and that because of the grade difference, one would need to go out of their way to see it For Chairman Telesio, Mr. Weineke relayed that the applicant spent a tremendous .amount of time looking for a fountain that would be proportional to the center; and the amount of trees that are being proposed is what staff required; and that the applicant is of the opinion that the proposed water fountain would be the correct size for the center. For Commissioner Guerriero, Mr. Weineke relayed that precautions have been taken to prevent skateboarding. For Mr. Madden, Mr. Clement noted that the applicant would expect to begin construction in the beginning of the New Year and noted that the entire length of the project will be in 15 months; and that the applicant will be moving expeditiously as possible through the process. Mr. Tony Harris, Temecula resident noted this appreciation for the proposed center but expressed concern with the two slopes and queried on what types of tress would be added. Mr. Clement relayed that the applicant is willing to maintain the slope or let the HOA maintain it; and that the applicant will leave the decision to the HOA. Mr. John Wieneke offered the following comments: . That the declining rosemary on the slope will be removed . That the acacia shrubs will be removed and replaced with new acacia shrubs will be replaced . That liquid amber, pepper trees, and afghan pine trees will be planted . That larger trees will be added at the bottom of the slope . That all landscape standards have been met . That the applicant is willing to work with the HOA to satisfy any concerns of adjacent homeowners in regard to the slope . That the applicant hired a specialty lighting consultant to design the lighting fixtures; and that all the lights will be directional and will be focused toward the center; and also advised that the lights will be set on timers . That construction hours will adhere to the City hours . That an emergency contact number will be posted to address any type of violation Commissioner Chiniaeff queried on the hours of trash pick-up. Ms. Ubnoske relayed that staff will ensure that the contractor will have the trash hauler pick up trash during reasonable hours. R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 6 r For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Wieneke noted that to date, no leases for restaurants have been signed but that the applicant has been actively marketing and currently has 18 letters of intent; and that the applicant will be encouraging a harmonious blend of tenants. For the Commission, Deputy of Public Works Parks noted that if delivery trucks are entering into the residential area, the Public Works Department will address the situation. For the Planning Commission, Mr. Markham relayed that Mr. Dodson would be available to answer any concerns in regard to air quality. Mr. Dodson noted that if smoke odors were to become a nuisance, the public would be able to address their concerns to the South coast Air Quality District, who would intern help to resolve the problem. For Commissioner Guerriero, Mr. Parks relayed that the landscape median will be completed in conjunction with the proposed project. Commissioner Chiniaeff suggested changing the language in the memo distributed by Mr. Fisk regarding the uses to read: that other pedestrian oriented uses appropriate for the plaza area if reviewed and i'IPproved by the Planning Director prior to occupancy, (preferably prior to leasing). For Commissioner's Chiniaeff and Guerriero, Ms. Ubnoske relayed that the applicant will need to return to the Planning Commission with a sign program. Commissioner Chiniaeff suggested that the applicant add a screen over the back doors of the buildings and that the applicant work closely with the HOA in regard to maintenance of the slope. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve the proposed project subject to the conditions listed in staff's report, including the uses listed in the memo but adding that: portions of the buildings that front the plaza area, shall be uses as determined to be appropriate by the Director of Planning; that all subsequent changes of uses shall be approved by the Director of Planning. Commissioner Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner's Mathewson and Olhasso who were both absent. COMMISSIONER'S REPORT No reports at this time. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Ms. Ubnoske advised the Planning Commission that the list of qualifications for the architect position was released and that interviews will begin November, 10,2004 and requested two Commissioners to assist in the interview panel. Ms. Ubnoske also noted that staff will be meeting with the staff of the upcoming hospital to discuss architectural design, and requested two Commissioners to sit in the design review. R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 7 , , ....: For Ms. Ubnoske, the Planning Commissioners relayed that they will check their calendars and get back to her. ADJOURNMENT At 7:45 p.m., Chairman Telesio formally adjourned this meeting to next regular meeting to be held on Wednesday. October 20. 2004. ~-<'~}h Debbie Ubnoske Director of Planning R:\MinutesPC\ 100604 8