HomeMy WebLinkAbout080194 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PLANNING COMMISSION
AUGUST 1 , 1994
A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was called to order on
Monday, August 1, 1994, 6:08 P.M., at the Rancho California Water District's Board
Room, 42135 Winchester Road, Temecula, California. Chairman Steve Ford presiding.
PRESENT: 3
ABSENT: 2
COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Salyer
Also present were Planning Director Gary Thornhill, Assistant City Attorney Greg Diaz and
Senior Planner Debbie Ubnoske.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
COMMISSION BUSINESS
1. Approval of Aqenda
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to
approve the agenda,
The motion carried as follows:
AYES:
3 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Salyer
2. Staff Direction on Public Use Permit No. 625 Revised - Rancho Baptist Church
Senior Planner Debbie Ubnoske presented the staff report. She explained the
applicant is currently in violation and a minor change must be filed to amend the
condition of approval to give the applicant some additional time to construct the
block wall. She said if the Commission does not approve the extension of time, the
church would be cited for non-compliance and the applicant would be told to
construct the block wall and follow through with the Conditions of Approval.
Commissioner Hoagland said he feels the applicant should construct the wall.
Gary Thornhill said the City would follow the normal procedure for zoning violations
if they do not satisfy their conditions of approval.
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Commissioner Fahey said she is not in favor of granting an extension of time to the
applicant.
Chairman Ford said he would like to see the applicant construct the wall with a time
schedule. He clarified the Commission's direction would be to enforce the public
use permit.
3. Review Capital Improvement ProQram (CIP), for Consistency with the General Plan
Senior Planner John Meyer presented the staff report.
It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to
approve staff recommendation and Adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 94-
27 "A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF
TEMECULA DETERMINING THAT THE CITY OF TEMECULA'S 1994-1995 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IS CONSISTENT WITH THE ADOPTED CITY GENERAL
PLAN"
The motion carried as follows:
AYES:
3 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland. Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Salyer
.,
Direct Staff to Deny PA94-0063 for A Forty-One Foot Six Inch (41 '6"0) High, One
Hundred Twenty-Two (122) SQuare Foot Freestanding Freeway Oriented Sign for
Toyota of Temecula Valley
Assistant Planner Matthew Fa§an presented the staff report.
It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to
direct staff to deny Planning Application No. 94-0063 for a forty-one foot six inch
(41 '6") high, one hundred twenty-two (122) square foot freestanding freeway
oriented sign for Toyota of Temecula Valley
Chairman Ford asked if the applicant's existing sign was removed and this sign
placed, would staff view the request differently.
Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan said yes.
The motion carried as follows:
AYES:
3 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
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NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONERS:
None
Blair, Salyer
AUGUST 1, 1994
5. Director's HearinQ Update
Report included in the agenda package.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
6. Plannin~ Application No. 94-0042, Amendment No. 1 - Publi~.,~ Use Permit
Proposed expansion to existing church including sanctuary, ~ worship/
fellowship hall, administrative space, preschool and day school facility, to be
developed in three phases.
Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report.
Commissioner Hoagland and Chairman Ford expressed concerns regarding adequate
parking at build-out of the project.
Rev. Lyle Peterson, 29834 Corte Granada, Temecula, representing Hope Lutheran
Church, provided background on the Hope Lutheran Church and outlined the
proposal.
Tim Holt, Chief Architect, 275 N. El Cielo, Palm Springs, talked about the
architectural aspects of the project.
John Rogers, 27393 Ynez Road,//154, Temecula, project engineer, talked about
the engineering aspects of the project. He said Conditions of Approval Nos. 12, 15,
18, 25 refer to a written report requiring mitigated measures outlined in the
mitigation monitoring program have been satisfied however, there are conditions
imposed by the negative declaration and suggested the Commission delete these
four conditions. He also said Condition No. 57 requires the ~pplicant to pay any
capital fee imposed on the project including that imposed as mitigation under the
E.I.R. Negative Declaration however, they have not been given any conditions.
Vince DiDonato, Alhambra Group Landscape Architects, 28441 Rancho California
Road, Suite G, landscape architect for the project, provided an overview of the
landscape plan for the project. Mr. DiDonato questioned Condition 11 (a), and said
there is a significant amount of large trees on the project and he feels it his
responsibility for identifying those trees which should remain on the site. He also
expressed a concern regarding Condition 16, which he feels is inappropriate for the
location recommended.
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Director Thornhill suggested the language in the Condition read, "if deemed
feasible".
Tom Shanks, Master Plan Director for Hope Lutheran Church, 29201 Via Norte,
Temecula, thanked staff for their help and asked for the Commission's approval of
the project. He expressed support of the Conditions of Approval with amendments
as requested by the proponents of the project.
Jim Horn, 31467 Sonoma Lane, Temecula, member of the Hope Lutheran Church
Planning Committee, spoke in favor of Hope Lutheran Church.
Lynn Petroff, P.O. Box 890122, Temecula, member of the Hope Lutheran Church,
spoke in favor of Hope Lutheran Church.
Planner Fagan explained Conditions of Approval 12, 15, 18 and 25 relate to the
Mitigation Monitoring Program and are state requirements. He explained that on
projects of this nature, staff prepares the Mitigation Monitoring Program and uses
the program during various stages of the development to ensure compliance with
the Conditions of Approval.
Assistant City Attorney Greg Diaz addressed the applicant's request to delete
Condition No. 57 and explained the Planning Commission t;annot waive fees,
however, the applicant can appeal the Condition to the City Council or pay the fee
"under protest".
Director Thornhill advised the applicant that this Condition h~ls been appealed to the
City Council in the past without fees being waived.
Commissioner Hoagland recommended Condition 11 (a) and 16 be amended to
replace the term "practical" with the term "feasible".
Chairman Ford expressed concern that the landscape architect ensure the size of
the trees along Rancho California Road are sufficient for the elevation.
Commissioner Fahey asked if a Condition should be drafted to deal with her concern
regarding the parking requirements for full build-out of the project.
Planner Fagan suggested the following Condition be added "Prior to the issuance of
a building permit for Phase III, a parking needs analysis shall be conducted and
approved by the Planning Director".
Tom Shanks agreed to the modifications to the Conditions o'; Approval.
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland, to
close the public hearing and Direct Staff to Approve Planni-;? Application No. 94-
0056 (Setback Adjustment) and Adopt the Negative Declaration for PA94-0042,
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Amendment No. 1 and Adopt Resolution No. 94-24 approving PA94-0042
Amendment No. 1 based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff
report and subject to the Conditions of Approval as modified and stated above.
The motion carried as follows:
AYES:
3 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Salyer
Chairman Ford declared a 5 minute recess.
7. PA94-0043, Minor Conditional Use Permit
To locate a billiard parlor and video arcade with the concurrent sale of beer, and to
allow minors in the establishment before 10:00 P.M., in the existing building in a
commercial shopping center
Assistant Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report and advised of letters
received in opposition to the project and in favor of the project.
Chairman Ford opened the public hearing.
Bruce Curnick, 41593 Winchester Road, #210, Temecula, attorney for the
applicant, offered to answer any questions.
Linda Spoon, 39930 Whitewood Road, Temecula, spoke in favor of Klassic Shotz
Billards.
Bill Reyman, Jr., 22245 Lemon Street, Lake Elsinore, spoke ~n favor of Klassi¢
Shotz Billards.
Mark Esbensen, 27311 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 103, Temec ~la, property landlord,
spoke in favor of Klassic Shotz Billards.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to the proposed project and expressed
concerns as follows: traffic concerns, gang related activities, increased
neighborhood crime, sale of alcohol in the presence of minors, vandalism, etc:
Leroy Hall, 29778 Marhill Circle, Temecula.
Keith Nielsen, Bradley Road, Sun City, representing MADD.
William Cochrane, 29605 Solana Way, #U-7, Temecula.
Steve Chamberlin, 29385 Via Norte, Temecula.
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Rick Mossa, 34795 Sally Street, Winchester.
David Ciabattoni, 29560 Avenida Del Sol, Temecula.
Erik Krag, 29817 Via Placia [:)el Sol, Temecula.
Dan Atwood, 26631 Ynez Road, Temecula, representing Toyota of -remecula
James Field, 41651 Chablis Court, Temecula.
Dirk Wegner, 311 26 Del Rey Road, Temecula.
Ken Wade, 29605 Solana Way, #W-6, spoke in favor of Klassic Shotz Billards.
Bruce Curnick, representing the applicant, stated the applicant must satisfy all
requirements and conditions prior to approval, which he feels the applicant has
done. Mr. Curnick said his office overlooks one of the operating billiard parlors in
Temecula and said he often visits the establishment which he feels is operated with
a professional atmosphere.
Commissioner Hoagland said he spoke with some of the other business owners in
the center who have expressed enthusiasm over the proposed project. He said he
did visit similar establishments in the City and found the activities going on did not
raise any concern with him.
Chairman Ford said he feels the operator has done a good joo operating their current
establishment however, he feels the billiard hall should not ai;ow minors as long as
there is the sale of alcohol.
Commissioner Fahey said she believes the issue is whether l[,e project is designed
as an adult facility or a facility to attract youth. She said sh,, feels the sale of
alcohol is not appropriate at a business that is designed to a'~ i:ract children.
Commissioner Fahey suggested the project be conditione~l to the sale of alcohol
after 10:00 P.M. only, when minors are no longer permitted.
Assistant City Attorney Diaz advised the Commission that a C.U.P. only requires a
majority of the quorum. He said the State determines whether or not a business is
appropriate to be operated with the sale of alcohol, therefore, the Commission must
deny the application on a basis other than the sale of alcoholic beverages. He
explained there is evidence in the record which supports a denial and an approval.
Mr. Diaz said the approval authority for the sale of alcohol is with the state. He
said the evidence presented relating to past experience with a local arcade, the
concern expressed by the auto dealers regarding high value stock being exposed to
potential problems and the distance between the residential use and the proposed
use, could provide the basis for a recommendation of denial.
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Chairman Ford to close the
public hearing and deny the project based on the concept of the project as
described and its close proximity to residential area and the ousinesses in the
proposed area.
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AYES: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Ford
NOES: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Hoagland
ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Salyer
Chairman Ford declared a 5 minute recess.
8. PA94-0048, Conditional Use Permit
To construct a 43,500 square foot car dealership with related service operations on
a vacant 4 acre parcel in the General Commercial Zone.
Planning Assistant Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. He stated the primary
issues pertaining to the project are access and roof top parking.
Chairman Ford opened the public hearing.
Dennis Flynn, architect representing the applicant, asked fol deletion of Condition
19 which he feels would obscure the view of cars for sale. Mr. Flynn expressed a
concern regarding Condition No. 26 and asked that the applicant be allowed to meet
with the Planning Director at a latter date to discuss the specifics of the
performance securities.
Frank Gorman, GW Engineering, 41555 E. Florida Avenue, Hemet, advised the
Commission regarding Condition 51, the entire parcel will be improved therefore this
Condition is not necessary. Mr. Gorman asked that Condition 62(a) be amended
and the words "or as approved by the Department of Public Works" added to the
end of the Condition. Regarding the relocation of the access point, Mr. Gorman
explained the underlying map shows a restricted access along Ynez Road except in
two locations, he said explained the purpose of moving the access point was to
allow direct access to the service area and the other is because the lot slopes away
and which causes steep slopes coming off the streets.
Planning Director Gary Thornhill explained regarding Conditior~ 19, Ordinance 348
speaks to parking lot and therefore staff will support modifying the Condition by
deleting the height requirement.
It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Com~.~issioner Fahey to
close the public hearing and approve modification to Condition 19, deleting the
height requirement of the landscape berm and Adopt the Negative Declaration for
Planning Application No. PA94-0048, Conditional Use Permit and Adopt Resolution
No. 94-26 approving PA94-0048, Conditional Use Permit, based upon the Analysis
and Findings and subject to the Conditions of Approval.
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The motion carried as follows:
AYES: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Salyer
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT
AUGUST 1, 1994
Director Thornhill advised the Commission the City Attorney has ofl'ered to review the
changes in the Brown Act with any Commissioners who are interested.
PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION
None
OTHER BUSINESS
None
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Ford declared the meeting adjourned at 9:27 P.M.
The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commis ,ion will be held on
Monday, September 19, 1994, 6:00 P.M., at the Rancho California ~Vater District Board
Room, 42135 Winchester Road, Temecula, California.
// ec e[ary
airman Steve Ford
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