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HomeMy WebLinkAbout080404 PC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 4, 2004 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Wednesday, August 4, 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. ~LEGIANCE Commissioner Olhasso led the audience in the Flag salute. ~OLL CALL Present: Commissioners Chiniaeff, "Mathewson, Olhasso, and Chairman Telesio. Absent: Guerriero. "it was noted that Commissioner Mathewson arrived at 6:20. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Aoenda RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Agenda of August 4, 2004. 2 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve the Minutes of May 19, 2004. 2.2 Approve the Minutes of June 2, 2004. 3 Director's Hearina Case Uodate R:lMinutesPCI080404 1 ;.-- .~. ~ RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Approve the Director's Hearing Case Update for June 2004. MOTION: Commissioner Olhasso moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Chiniaeff seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner's Guerriero and Mathewson who were absent. 4 PI~nnina..Al]nlir.;:t~ion No. PA04-0440 Public Conv~ni~n!<!U!nc1 Nec:.essitv Findinos. submitted bv Grea Strinaer on behalf of Strinaer's. 42210 'lBvo Drive RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Approve Findings of Public Convenience or Necessity Associate Planner Long presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That a the proposed project is for wine sales (included as part of gift baskets) via intemet and mail order requires proper licensing from the Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC); . That type 9, 17, and 20 license is required for the proposed project; . That staff has discussed the proposed project with ABC staff and it was determined that the census tract is over concentrated; . That the maximum of two type 20 licenses are permitted in census tract 0437.15; and that there are currently 10 existing; . That Public Convenience or Necessity (PC&N) findings are not required for type 9 and 17 licenses which would allow for non-retail alcohol sales; . That type 9 and 17 licenses are required for beer and beer importers and wholesale distributor license respectively; . That type 20 license would allow for wine sales only via the intemet or mail order; and that on-site sales would not be allowed in the LI zone or with a type 20 license; . That in addition the LI zone prohibits retail sales of alcohol beverages in the area; At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Due to no public speakers, the Public Hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff's recommendation. Commissioner Olhasso seconded the motion and voice vote reflected .aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner's Guerriero and Mathewson who were absent. 5 Planninq Aoolication No. PA04-0442 Public Convenience and Necessitv Findinos. submitted bv John Hamilton on behalf of Stellar Cellar. 28636 Old Town Front Street R:lMinulesPCI080404 2 RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Approve Findings of Public Convenience or Necessity Associate Planner Long presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That Stellar Cellars is requesting that a finding of Public Convenience or Necessity be made in order to authorize the sell of wine, a tasting facility, and retail sales of wine to be located on front street within the OTSP; and that wine tasting is a permitted use within the OTSP; . That the proposed project requires a type 42 license; that the census tract is over concentrated; that a maximum of three (3) type 42 licenses are permitted within census tract 0432.15; and that there are currently 47 existing (most of which are on-site restaurant uses); . That type 42 license allows for on-site beer and wine consumption as well as retail sales for off-site consumption; . That staff is also requesting that the conditions of approval be omitted from the report; advising that ABC will be enforcing staff's concems; . That staff is recommending approval. For the Commission, Ms. Ubnoske clarified that staff is requesting that-the 'Planning Commission make a finding of Public Convenience or Necessity; and that the applicant would still need to apply for a minor Conditional Use Permit. At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Mr. John Hamilton, representing the applicant Stellar Cellars noted the following: . That Stellar Cellar will be creating an upscale wine tasting facility within the OTSP; . That the tasting room will be decorated with classic European style in a relaxing environment; . That the proposed facility will be the first dedicated wine tasting room in Old Town, Temecula, featuring both wines from the Temecula Valley along with wines throughout the world; . That the proposed project will also be focusing on the education and understanding of wines, a series of classes will be coupled with having local wine makers giving seminars on the wine making process. At this time, the Public Hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Olhasso expressed excitement with a wine tasting facility stating that it will be a nice addition to Old Town, Temecula. R:lMinulesPCI080404 3 -...J MOTION: Commissioner Olhasso moved to make a finding of Public Convenience or Necessity. Commissioner Chiniaeff seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero and Commissioner Mathewson who were absent. 6 Planninp Apolication No. PAOl)-(l!](l7 ~n A,t:'rninistrative Develooment Plan submitted bv Larrv Markham. to modify an exterior material and colors for a previouslv aooroved three- storY. 31.600 souare foot. 56-unit hotel buildinp on 1.35 acres. located aooroximatelv 200 feet east of Jefferson Avenue and 200 feet north of Winchester Road RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Approve Administrative Development Plan Associate Planner Harris presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That in November 2003, the Planning Commission approved a 3-story, 56 unit hotel; that at that time, a decorative beige "Belgian Castle Stone" veneer was approved to be applied to the elevations in various locations; . That the Rancho Temecula Plaza Association elevations Committee reviewed the elevations and determined that the proposed decorative stone veneer would not be compatible with other existing buildings with the Plaza which have a red brick decorative veneer; . That the applicant is requesting that various exterior colors be ch.anged so as to be more compatible with the proposed red brick veneer; . That staff evaluated the proposed material and color changes and determined that the decorative red brick veneer and proposed colors would both match and complement the existing buildings onsite and would be consistent with applicable Citywide Design Guidelines; At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Mr. Michael Richter, representing Markham Development, relayed that it would be necessary to comply with the architectural theme, per CC&R Guidelines. At this time, the Public Hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Chiniaeff queried on the possibility of upgrading the Center. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Richter relayed that he is of the opinion that the applicant would be willing to upgrade the Center. MOTION: Commissioner Mathewson moved to approve staff's recommeridation. Commissioner Chiniaeff seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent. Principal Planner Hogan introduced newly hired Associated Planner Dale West. R:lMinulesPCl080404 4 New Items 7 Plannino Aoolication No. PA04-0477 a Development Code Amendment to amend a gortion of Chaoter 17.08 of the City of Temecula Municioal Code establishinCl additional oerformance standards reaulatina office use in Liaht Industrial Zones Associate Planner West presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That the proposal is a Development Code Amendment that would allow smaller office buildings in the business park and Light Industrial (L1) zones; . That the proposed project would address an increasing market demand for smaller office buildings in the LI zone; . That currently, the City has pending applications for projects with multiple small office buildings of less than 50,000 square feet in the LI zone; . That staff is of the opinion that the amendment to the Development Code would create an ~pportunity for the City to work with the developer to create a more desirable product; . That staff is of the opinion the allowing smaller Professional Office (PO) buildings in the Light Industrial (L1) would promote economic development and create opportunity for higher paying employment; . That staff is recommending that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 17 of the Temecula Municipal Code. COMMISSION DISCUSSION: The Commission expressed concem with the clarity of the proposed performance standards and indicated that several standards were in conflict with one another; and that uses occupying space in the LI zone that do not create substantial local employment opportunities. Commissioner Chiniaeff suggested changing the language in the Performance Standards in Section ENos. 6 and 7. Commissioner Olhasso concurs with staff's recommendation also advised that she opposes the barrack-like type buildings. Commissioner Chiniaeff expressed concem with the break-down of square footage into a group of smaller buildings noting that this will bring a demand for other kinds of uses such as churches. Director of Planning Ubnoske suggested continuing this item. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to continue the item off calendar. Commissioner Olhasso seconded the motion and voice vote reflected ,aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent. R:lMinulesPCl080404 5 8 PlanninQ Aqolication No. PA04-0111 a DeveloQment Plan. submitted bv Gabric and Associates. to construct a 37.970 souare foot warehouse and storaoe facilitv on 2.01 acres. located on the north side of Winchester Road. aooroximatelv 1.838 feet west of Diaz Road Associate Planner Long presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That storage facilities and warehouse facilities are subject to supplemental development standards for storage of the Development Code; and that the section includes specific standards for setbacks, lot coverage, landscaping and design; . That the supplemental development standards allow for maximum lot coverage of 65%, and minimum landscape coverage is 10%; . That the proposed project lot coverage is 36% and 14% of the side is landscaped; . That staff encouraged the applicant to provide the required 36-inch box trees in the front of the building rather than the rear so that they would be more visible from the street; . That the supplemental development standard require the design of storage facilities to be compatible with the surrounding area in terms of design, bulk, mass, materials, and colors; . That the proposed project meets the intent of the Design Guidelines; and that the entrance to the building is angled towards the street and includes a decorative metal trellis over the entry; . That the front elevation along Winchester Road includes projections with variations in the roofline; lines with glass and tiles will help to provide interest; decorative comices are proposed on top of the projections; glass is being proposed on the second story to appear as an office building; that in addition, the projections will include doors to appear as secondary office entries; and two metal trellis', designed to match "the metal trellis over the entry are proposed between the building projections and will be planted with vines; . That there is a truck weighing station which has been proposed behind a metal gate to screen large trucks; . That these types of facilities will be prohibited from various uses of storage which staff has included in the Conditions of Approval; . That the proposed project is consistent with the Development Code and Design Guidelines and staff is recommending approval. COMMISSION DISCUSSION: Commissioner Chiniaeff expressed concern with the proposed stamped concrete and suggested that the applicant consider using smooth concrete. At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Due to no speakers at this time, the Public Hearing was closed. R:lMinulesPCI080404 6 Commissioner Olhasso expressed concern with the proposed blue and gray colors of the building noting that she would prefer to see earth tone colors. At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Mr. Mark Dick, representing the applicant noted that the applicant would be willing to change the colors blue and gray to earth tone colors. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Dick relayed that the proposed driveway at 36 feet will be wide enough for the type of driveway that is being proposed. For Chairman Telesio, Mr. Dick relayed that the applicant is in agreement with the Conditions of Approval. At this time, the Public Hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff's recommendation subject to the Conditions as recommended by staff and the change to the colors as requested by Commissioner Olhasso. Commissioner Olhasso seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent. PC RESOLUTION NO. 2004-G39 A RESOLUTIN OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITYOF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO.PA04-G1111, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR A 31,970 SQUARE FOOT WAREHOUSE AND STORAGE FACILITIES ON 2.01 ACRES, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WINCHESTER ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 1,838 FEET WEST OF DIAZ ROAD, KNOWN AS APN: 909-310-G21 9 Plan nino Aoolication No. PA02-0661. a Conditional Use Permit and Develooment Plan. submitted by CalvaI'\( Baotist Church. to construct a 12,610 SQuare foot two-storY church facilitv addition consistinQ of sanctuarY. classrooms. offices. remodeled main entrance. multi-ouroose room and oad for future oarsonaoe on 5.0 acres. located at 31087 Nicolas Road Associate Planner Harris presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That Calvary Baptist Church is proposing to expand their existing facility to accommodate a growing congregation; . That the expansion would include a larger sanctuary, Sunday School classrooms, office space, multi-purpose room, re-modeled main entrance, and pad for future parsonage, which will be approved under separate permit; . That the project conforms with all the applicable development standards including parking, landscaping, and setback requirements; R:lMinutesPCI080404 7 . That the architectural style of the building addition will be compatible with the existing colonial style facility; . That the existing main entrance to the facility will be modeled with a porch and associated decorative columns to achieve a more formal appearance; . That the applicant has agreed to provide a variety of project enhancements which include wider columns and the incorporation of decorative windows and an illuminated cross on the multipurpose room elevations; . That per the Development Code, the applicant is required to provide 34 parking spaces and that 115 parking spaces will be provided; . That the landscaping will be enhanced to comply with the current landscaping standards around the perimeter of the parking lot and around the building itself. At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Due to no speakers at this time, the Public Hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Mathewson expressed excitement with the proposed project. MOTION: Commissioner Mathewson moved to approve staff's recommendation. Commissioner Chiniaeff seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerrierq who was absent. PC RESOLUTION NO. 2004-G40 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA02-G661, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO CONSTRUCT A 12,610 SQUARE FOOT TWO-5TORY CHURCH FACILITY ADDITION CONSISTING OF SANCTUARY, CLASSROOMS, OFFICES, MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM, REMODELED MAIN ENTRANCE, AND PAD FOR FUTURE PARSONAGE ON 5.0 ACRES. THE SITE IS LOCATED AT31087 NICOLAS ROAD KNOWN AS ASSESSORS PARCEL NO. 914-510-G09 10 Plannina. Apolication PA03-0723 a Develooment Plan. submitted bl( MCA Architects, to construct two sinole-storv retail buildinos consistinp of 6.480 and 6.870 square feet resoectivell( on two parcels totalino 1.3 acres. located on the northwest comer of Overland Drive and Maroarita Wav Associate Planner Harris presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That in July 2001, the Planning Commission approved a Development Plan for the Overland Corporate Center Complex; R:lMinulesPCI080404 8 . That the approved site plan indicated that either a motel or restaurant would be developed; that Condition of Approval No. 7 of the Development Plan requires that the Planning Commission review and approve any changes to the approved building types; . That contemporary architecture has been utilized for the complex; . That there are 332 parking spaces required by the Development Code; and that upon development, the applicant will be proposing 354 parking spaces for the Center; . That staff determined that the project is consistent with the General Plan and conforms to the Temecula Regional Center Specific Plan and City-wide Design Guidelines. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Harris noted that there is a Condition of Approval that requires the applicant to amend the existing sign program within the Center to accommodate the retail uses. For Commissioner Mathewson, Mr. Harris noted that it is the intent of the applicant to have one of the tenants be a restaurant. At this time, the Public Hearing was opened. Ms. Vandana Kelkar representing MCA Architects, relayed that the applicant would be willing to consider adding more trees along both frontages of the building. Mr. Jeffrey A. Ostromel, representing the Overland Corporate Center Complex, relayed that one of the restrictions in the CC&Rs will not allow the applicant to put more than 2200 square feet of restaurant in one building. At this time, the Public Hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Chiniaeff expressed concern with the back side of the buildings stating that the subject property is located at a prime intersection of the City and that street elevations of the buildings should consist of enhanced architecture and that some of the man-doorS should be relocated and/or screened properly. For Commissioner Olhasso, Ms. Ubnoske relayed that signage is not a part of the approval and that the applicant will need to retum with a sign program. For Ms. Ubnoske, Commissioner Olhasso suggested that the sign program be conditioned to retum to the Planning Commission versus staff and/or Planning Director. Commissioner Mathewson echoed Commissioner Chiniaeff's concems. For Ms. Ubnoske, Commissioner Chiniaeff relayed that he is not opposed to the architecture but rather the way it will be used on a very prime comer of the City. Commissioner Mathewson relayed that he would prefer that the applicant explore other uses such as a restaurant rather than retail. R:lMinulesPCI080404 9 Commissioner Olhasso suggested that staff and the applicant work with an experienced broker to explore possible tenants who would occupy more space such as large furniture store and a large restaurant. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to continue this item and have the applicant work with staff to revise the elevations and address the above mentioned concems. Commissioner Olhasso seconded the motion and voice vote reflected jlDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent. 11 Plannino AOQlication PA04-0384. an amendment to a Planned Develoornent Overlav, submitted bv David Moscato. to revise the schedule of oermitted uses for PDO-4. Temecula Creek Villaa.e. to oermit the sale of alcohol in the Village Commercial area. located on the south side of Hiohwav 79 South between Jedediah Smith and Avenida De Missiones Senior Planner Papp presented a staff report (of record), noting the following: . That the owner of the Temecula Creek Village project is requesting to revise the schedule of permitted uses in the Village Commercial area; and that the applicant is also requesting a modification to allow copy/blue print duplication services; . That currently the Village project is under construction and the owner has had inquiries from several potential tenants conceming the use of alcohol in the Village area; . That the applicant has expressed concems that it will be difficult for certain businesses such as restaurants, delicatessens, and f10rallgift basket shops that may want to feature local wines in gift baskets; " . That in reviewing the schedule of permitted uses in the PDO, staff discovered inconsistencies with the use matrix, and staff is recommending the deletion of footnote No. 7 and mini-storage or mini-warehouse in the use matrix. For Commissioner Chiniaeff, Mr. Papps relayed that although Rancho Community Church is located directly across the street from the project, at the time when the site plans were scaled- out, the distance from the front doors of any of the store front that could have this type of sale were at least 650 feet away from the proposed sanctuary and classroom spaces. For the Commission, Mr. Papp relayed that it was never intended to allow mini-storage at the proposed site; and that the intent is to operate a small scale Kinko's type store. At this time, the Commission took a five-minute break. MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff's recommendation. Commissioner Mathewson seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Commissioner Guerriero who was absent and Commissioner Olhasso who abstained. R:IMinulesPCI080404 10 PC RESOLUTION NO. 2004-G41 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF .TEMECULA AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY NO.4 TO MODIFY THE SCHEDULE OF PERMITTED USES TO CONDITIONALLY PERMIT THE SALE OF ALCOHOL AND TO PERMIT BLUEPRINT AND DUPLICATING SERVICES IN THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL AREA OF PDO-4, (PLANNING APPLICATION PA04-(384)" COMMISSIONER'S REPORTS Chairman Telesio reminded the Commission of the joint City Council/Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 5:00 p.m. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director of Planning Ubnoske relayed that she distributed a set of plans for a development plan at the comer of Margarita and 79 South which is a part of the Albertson's Shopping Center. ADJOURNMENT At 7:30 p.m., Chairman Telesio formally adjourned this meeting to the lolnt CiN Councll/Plannlna Commission meetlna to be held on Tuesdav. Auaust 10. 2004 a~~ -If,,,h0t-< - V~)~ Debbie Ubnoske Director of Planning R:lMlnulesPCI080404 11