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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060607 PC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 6, 2007 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, June 6, 2007, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE Chairman Chiniaeff led the audience in the Flag salute. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Carey, Guerriero, Harter, Telesio, and Chairman Chiniaeff. Absent: None. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Minutes of May 16, 2007. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Harter seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 2 Planninq Application No. PA06-0026. a Conditional Use Permit, submitted bv Randi Newton representinQ Spectrum SurvevinQ, to construct a 70-foot tall T-Mobile wireless telecommunication facilitv desiQned as a broad leaf tree within a 676 square foot enclosure, located at 42010 MoraQa Road, adiacent to the northwest corner of Rancho California and MoraQa Roads By way of PowerPoint presentation, Associate Planner Damko highlighted on the following: o Location o Elevations R\MinutesPCI060607 o Coverage o Environmental Determination. Associate Planner Damko requested that Condition of Approval No. 15 be deleted and that a Public Works Condition be added imposing that a encroachment permit be required for the project; and advised that the applicant would be in agreement of both the deletion of No. 15 and the added Public Works Condition of Approval. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Ms. Randi Newton, representing Spectrum Surveying, noted that she would be available for any questions. At this time, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff recommendation subject to the deletion of Condition of Approval No. 15 and the added Public Works Encroachment Permit Condition. Commissioner Telesio seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. PC RESOLUTION NO. 07-20 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA06-0026, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A 70 FOOT TALL WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITY WITHIN A 676 SQUARE FOOT ENCLOSURE TO BE LOCATED AT ORCHARD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH AT 42010 MORAGA ROAD ADJACENT TO THE NORTH WEST CORNER OF RANCHO CALIFORNIA AND MORAGA ROADS (APN: 921-310- 004) 3 Plannina Application Nos. PA06-0187 and PA07-0049, a Development Plan, submitted bv Walt Allen Architects, to replace an existinq cluster of modular buildinas with a three-story, 14,093 sauare foot commercial office buildina and a 7,369 sauare foot underaround parkina structure on a 0.53 acre site, and a Minor Exception to allow for a 15 percent buildina heiaht increase, located at 27423 Ynez Road Associate Planner Schum a provided a PowerPoint presentation, focusing on the following: o Project Description o Site Plan o Elevations o Architecture - South and East o Landscaping o Exceptional Architecture Design - for increased FAR o Underground Parking R:lMinutesPCI060607 2 Staff requested the deletion of Condition of Approval 93b replacing with the standard condition of Mt. Palomar Ordinance in its replacement; amend Condition of Approval 79a to improve the sidewalk from the southerly boundary of Parcel 2 to the northerly boundary of Parcel 1; and that a condition be added to require that the amendment to the Tower Plaza sign program be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Associate Planner Schuma noted the following: o That the aluminum accents on the proposed project would provide lighting opportunities and energy efficiency o That the bright accent (orange/red) tone would conform to the modern architecture of the building o That the target Floor Area Ratio (FAR) would be 30 percent and that the project would propose a net Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 61 percent. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Walt Allen, representing Walt Allen Architect, noted the following: o That the applicant worked diligently to add as much as he could on the proposed site, noting that the proposed project would be an exemplary example of where architecture is headed; and that the proposed building would be setting a standard of redevelopment for the center o That the applicant would be in agreement of the amendment to Condition of Approval No. 79a as stated above by staff, At this time, the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Carey noted that although he would be in favor of the proposed project, he would not be desirous of the red/orange accent on the building. Echoing Commissioner Carey's comments, Commissioner Harter relayed his enthusiasm with the outstanding architecture of the project but would not be in favor of the red/orange accent on the building and would request that the red/orange color be toned down. Appreciating the implementation of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), impervious concrete and outstanding architecture, Commissioner Guerriero relayed that he would not have an opinion one way or the other regarding the red/orange accent. Noting that he would be in favor of the proposed project, Commissioner Telesio stated that he, as well, would not be in favor of the red/orange accents on the building. Having raised the issue of increased FAR at previous Planning Commission meetings, Commissioner Chiniaeff relayed that it would be his opinion that the Planning Commission has not yet approved an FAR that would meet the desired goal of 30 percent in the last couple of years; that the Planning Commission would need to have a specific standards that an applicant would need in order to receive an increase in FAR. R:lMinulesPCI060607 3 Commissioner Chiniaeff also relayed that if the Planning Commission approves staff's recommendation, it would be important to ensure that the remainder of the center conform to the same type of architecture and design of the proposed project. Commissioner Chiniaeff also stated that he would be in favor of the proposed project and would not have a concern with the red/orange accents. Echoing Commissioner Chiniaeff's comment with regard to requiring that the center conform to the design and architecture of the proposed project, Assistant City Manager Johnson relayed that if the project is approved, standards could be implemented to ensure that continuity is met. Commissioner Telesio agreed that guidelines for increased Floor Area Ratio (FAR) would be desired and helpful not only for the Planning Commission but for staff. For the Planning Commission, Assistant City Manager Johnson relayed that a workshop could be scheduled pertaining to requests for increased Floor Area Ratio and requirements that would need to be met. Concurring that a workshop would be needed, Commissioner Guerriero stated that the City's Design Guidelines require that applicants provide Green or other forms of energy but that this has not been enforced by staff or the Planning Commission, Assistant City Manager Johnson relayed that specific standards could be created by the Planning Commission and staff. Chairman Chiniaeff noted that the price of leaseable land would be high enough to warrant the construction of underground parking and parking structures. For the Planning Commission, Assistant City Attorney Curley relayed that that one vote pertaining to the project be required, For clarification purposes, the public hearing was reopened. Mr. Walt Allen relayed that he would be willing to tone down the red/orange accent color to a terra cotta color. At this time, the public hearing was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff recommendation subject to the amended Conditions of Approval as requested by staff; and that the red/orange accents be toned down to a terra cotta color. Commissioner Harter seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. R:\MinutesPCI060607 4 PC RESOLUTION NO. 07-21 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NOS. PA06-0187 AND PA07-004, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO REPLACE AN EXISTING CLUSTER OF MODULAR BUILDINGS WITH A FOUR-STORY, 26,941 SQUARE-FOOT COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING ON 0.53 ACRES LOCATED AT 27423 YNEZ ROAD, AND A MINOR EXCEPTION TO ALLOW FOR A 15 PERCENT BUILDING HEIGHT INCREASE 4 Plannina Application No. PA01-0157, a Resolution of the Planninq Commission recommendina that the City Council adopt an Ordinance addina chapter 9.20 to the Temecula Municipal Code establishina Citywide standards for reaulatina noise By way of PowerPoint Presentation, Senior Planner Papp highlighted on the following: o Background o Power Tools and Equipment o Audio Equipment o Sound Amplifying Equipment or Live Music o Construction o Barking Dogs and Keeping of Noisy Animals o Enforcement o Public Comments o Environmental Determination. In response to the questions by the Planning Commission, Senior Planner Papp relayed the following: o That the hours of operation for construction could be changed in the Ordinance to 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. o That any City sponsored event or co-sponsored event would be requesting a Temporary Use Permit (TUP); and therefore, would be exempt. Commissioner Guerriero expressed concern with creating Noise Ordinances and regulations for enforcement when State Law would already be in place to cover these types of issues and/or concerns, Director of Planning Ubnoske advised that representatives from the Police Department had sat in on all meetings regarding the proposed Ordinances and would be comfortable with the proposed Ordinance as written, Further clarifying, Assistant City Attorney Curley relayed that the courts have approved local agencies adopting Noise Ordinances, and that the Ordinance would be furthering tools rather than duplicative. Commissioner Telesio expressed concern with the ability to carry out enforcement beyond what State Code would allow. R:IMinulesPCI060607 5 Assistant City Manager Johnson noted that the proposed Ordinance would be modeled after the County's Ordinance. Commissioner Guerriero expressed concern with information being discussed between staff and police that is not being included in staff's report; and that the Commission would have difficulty making decisions without the proper information. In response to Commissioner Carey's query, Senior Planner Papp relayed that Audio Equipment and Sound Amplifying Equipment or Live Music hours would be from the 10:00 p,m, to 8:00 a.m. and/or anytime if determined unreasonable; and that it would be his understanding that events in Old Town would require a Temporary Use Permit (TUP), Commissioner Carey relayed that it would be his opinion that the proposed Ordinance will be difficult to enforce, Relaying that he would be in favor of the proposed Noise Ordinance, Commissioner Harter expressed concern with the following: o That two different Code Enforcement Officers could have two different standards of the meaning "Loud and Raucous' o That the language in the proposed Noise Ordinance would need to be more concise o That it would not be reasonable for a Code Enforcement Officer to sit 30 to 60 minutes to determine whether or not an animal is making incessant noise. In response to Commissioner Harter, Senior Planner Papp relayed that his concerns were discussed at City Council subcommittee meetings; and that although at times it may be unrealistic to expect a Code Enforcement Officer to sit and observe 60 minutes or more, the Enforcement Officer would be a signer of a complaint along with the complainant. Relaying his amazement with this item coming before the Commission at this time, Chairman Chiniaeff stated the following: o Queried if all the stakeholders were involved in the subcommittee meetings o That he would have a concern with the inequities that would be built into the proposed Noise Ordinance o That there may be individuals opposed to an in fill project being built where a map would be required o That he would have difficulty understanding why a City sponsored event would not be subject to a CEQA review o That the City has adopted its own noise elements in its General Plan and queried why would the City include the County's General Plan o That if a homeowner is restricted to using Power Tools and Equipment during specific hours then a Homeowners Association should be restricted to the same hours as a homeowner o That Section 9,20.070 - Exceptions, That this Section would be arbitrary and would be of the opinion that standards should be set for defining what the Exceptions would be o That the language "Peace and Quiet" under "Loud and Raucous" be defined and how would it be applied to everyone in the same manner. RIMinulesPCI060607 6 Assistant City Attorney Curley advised that there would be two sets of standards that the Commission would be considering, noting the following: o That Section 9.20.040 General Sound Level Standards - would be fairly consistent with State-wide Ordinances o That Section 9.20.060 Special Sound Sources Standards - that these would be perceived as providing unique impacts and would need to be refined beyond the general rules. Chairman Chiniaeff relayed that he would request that staff compare its requests with other communities to ensure that they would be typical and consistent with the City of Temecula's general standards, At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. P. T. Rothschild, Murrieta, spoke against the proposed Noise Ordinance, noting that there would currently be a Noise Ordinance in place and would not see the need for another one; and would request that the Commission add time limits to band practices that would be consistent with surrounding communities general standards. Mr. Paul Bahu, Temecula, expressed his concern with the proposed Noise Ordinance. At this time, the public hearing was closed. Chairman Chiniaeff requested that this item be continued to allow staff an opportunity to address concerns expressed by the Planning Commission. MOTION: Chairman Chiniaeff moved to continue Item NO.4 to Wednesday, August 1, 2007. Commissioner Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval, COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS Commissioner Carey commented on the Home Depot on SR79 South, relaying that the aesthetics of the parking has greatly improved. Commissioner Telesio thanked staff for their efforts with regard to the Marie Callender's and that the color is improved; but did relay concern with the signage/monument at Pechanga Parkway and 79 South as well as the unappealing utility sign on the median, In response to Commissioner Telesio's comment, Director of Planning Ubnoske relayed that she explore his concerns. Commissioner Telesio adjourned the Planning Commission meeting in remembrance of Operation Overlord, 63 years ago today, R:lMinutesPCI060607 7 PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Assistant City Manager Johnson relayed that if the Planning Commission had a desire, he could request from Council that two Commissioners of the Planning Commission be included in the Infrastructure Beautification Committee meetings. For Assistant City Manager Johnson, Chairman Chiniaeff relayed that the Commission would be in interested in partaking in the Infrastructure Beautification meetings, ADJOURNMENT At 7:30 pm, Chairman Chiniaeff formally adjourned to June 20, 2007 at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. ~"~ Chairman lJ~r" ~~~ Debbie Ubnoske Director of Planning RIMinutesPCI060607 8