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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060105 PC Minutes I. MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 1, 2005 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:30 P.M., on Wednesday, June 1, 2005, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Mathewson thanked Eve Craig for the prelude music. ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Olhasso led the audience in the Flag salute. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Guerriero, Olhasso, Telesio, and Chairman Mathewson. Absent: Chiniaeff. PUBLIC COMMENTS None at this time. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Adoot PC Resolution Numbers 2005-24 and 2005-31 Denvina Plannina Aoolication No. PA05-0060 a Develooment Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Cassatt Academv. PC RESOLUTION NO. 2005-024 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DENYING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA05-0060, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION TO OPERATE A PRE-SCHOOL WITH A MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF 96 STUDENTS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 6:30 AM TO 6:00 PM MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY (NO REGULAR HOURS OF OPERATION AT NIGHT OR ON WEEKENDS), AND CONSTRUCT FOUR MODULAR BUILDINGS, INCLUDING AN ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AND THREE CLASSROOM BUILDINGS TOTALING 6,048 SQUARE FEET ON 2.39 ACRES AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF CALLE GIRASOL AND . AUSSIE AVENUE R:\MinutesPC\060105 PC RESOLUTION NO. 2005-031 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DENYING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA05-0060, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT FOUR MODULAR BUILDINGS, INCLUDING AN ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AND THREE CLASSROOM BUILDINGS TOTALING 6,048 SQUARE FEET ON 2.39 ACRES AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF CALLE GIRASOL AND AUSSIE AVENUE 2 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve the Minutes of May 4, 2005. 2.2 Approve the Minutes of May 18, 2005. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Olhasso and voice vote reflected approval with the exceotion of Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. COMMISSION BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS New Items 3 Plannina Aoolication No. PA05-0091 a Minor Conditional Use Permit and Public Convenience or Necessitv. submitted bv Haaoo Hofdarali of Rainbow Service Station. Inc.. for the sale of beer and wine (Tvoe 20 license. off-sale beer and wine) from an aooroved 3.600 sauare foot mini market and ass station currentlv under construction Assistant Planner Damko presented the Planning Commission with a staff report (of written material). At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Jack Kofdarali, the applicant, thanked staff for all their efforts and relayed that he would be looking forward to the Planning Commission approving the proposed project. At this time, the public hearing was closed. For the Commission, Assistant City Attorney Curley noted that the Alcohol Beverage Control on a county-wide basis, measures census tract numbers by number of outlets per population. R:\MlnutesPC\060105 2 MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff's recommendation. Commissioner Telesio seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. PC RESOLUTION NO. 2005-035 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA05-0091, A REQUEST FOR A MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY FINDINGS TO ALLOW FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE (TYPE 20 LICENSE, OFF-SALE BEER AND WINE) FROM A 3,600 SQUARE FOOT GAS STATION AND CONVENIENCE STORE CURRENTLY IN THE BUILDING PERMIT PROCESS, GENERALLY LOCATED NEAR THE SOUTH EAST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 79 SOUTH AND PECHANGA PARKWAY, KNOWN AS ASSESSORS PARCEL NO. 961-010-004 4 Plannina Application No. PA04-0530 and PA04-0531. a Maior Modification to a Development, Plan. submitted bv Benson & Bohl Architects. to construct buildina facade improvements. chanae paint colors and modifv onsite parkina facilities and a comprehensive amendment to a sian proaram in association with the existina Temecula Town Center shoppina complex. located at the northeast corner of Rancho California Road and Ynez Planning Technician Bales presented a brief staff report (of record). At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Richard Benson, representing Benson & Bohl Architects, spoke in favor of the proposed project, highlighting the following: , . That the architect for the proposed project was asked to provide a fresh look for the Temecula Town Center . That the proposed design would be to create a new theme for the center which would play upon the agrarian and winemaking characteristics of the Temecula area . That the proposed architecture will be providing more variety to the center and 'provide some softness to the existing strong elements on the site . That alternations will primarily be made to the exterior of the canopies which will provide shade to the store front . That the proposed landscaped island element will create a defined drive aisle between the Sav-on building and the adjacent parking area to the east ' . That the new sign program will compliment the proposed fayade improvements . That the angle of parking will not be changed. R:\MinutesPC\060105 3 For Commissioner Guerriero, Mr. Benson noted that he will explore the possibility of removing the speed bumps to the entrance of the center off of Rancho California Road. Mr. Benson noted that it is anticipated that the first phase will be completed in the year 2006. Ms. Di Spector, representing Lakha Investments, noted that Target and Vons have been informed of the proposed improvements and are interested in participating in the faQade improvements. Mr. Chris De Ruyter, signage consultant for the proposed project, noted that the proposed project would be proposing to replace the existing sign program for the Temecula Town Center with a completely new contemporary document that would serve to address wall mounted freestanding and directional signage throughout the complex. At this time, the public hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Guerriero relayed his enthusiasm toward the proposed faQade improvements and requested the owner explore the possibility of removing the speed bumps into the entrance of the center off of Rancho California Road. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff's recommendation. Commissioner Olhasso seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Chiniaeffwho was absent. . . PC RESOLUTION NO. 2005-036 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA04-0530, A MAJOR MODIFICATION TO A DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO CONSTRUCT FACADE MODIFICATIONS, CHANGE PAINT COLORS AND MODIFY AN ONSITE PARKING LOT IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE TEMECULA TOWN CENTER SHOPPING COMPLEX LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF YNEZ ROAD AND RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD, KNOWN AS ASSESSOR PARCEL NOS. 921-320-012, 016, 018, 021, 037, 038, 041, 045, & 921-320-052 THRU 061 5 Plan nino Application No. PA04-0563. a Development Plan. submitted bv Matthew Faoan. to construct and operate a 37.173 souare foot mixed-use retail/office/restaurant center on 5.6 acres. located on the southwest corner of Overland Drive and Maroarita Road R:\MinulesPC\060105 4 Associate Planner Fisk presented a staff report (of record). . That the applicant has requested that the Condition of Approval No. 16, which requires review and approval of landscape construction plans prior to issuance of a grading permit be removed and staff recommends that this condition be relocated within the Condition of Approval to require that this be addressed under the Public Work's Conditions of approval for prior to issuance of a building permit rather than prior to grading permit . That the applicant requested that Condition of Approval No. 24 to be deleted or modified through administrative approval of the sign program for the project; and that staff recommended that the Condition of Approval No. 24 remain to require Planning Commission review of the sign program for the center. For Chairman Mathewson, Mr. Fisk relayed that staff and the City's architectural consultant are of the opinion that street views could be made more compelling and inviting if the buildings were rearranged so that Building A was angled at the corner of Overland Drive and Margarita Road and if Building B was shifted 15 feet to the north to better align with Building C; and noting that this would emphasize the views of the site. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Matthew Fagan, representing Pacific Development Partners, offered the following comments: . That the applicant is of the opinion that moving building A would not be in the best interest of the project as well as the best interest of the site . That moving Building A as requested by staff and the City's architectural consultant, it would negatively affect the parking flow of the site as well as the view into the site . That by moving Building A would also create negative spaces behind the back of the buildings . . That as proposed there would be a pedestrian flow on site. At this time, via overheads, Mr. Fagan demonstrated the negative impacts what would be created by the moving of the buildings. . That the applicant has agreed to add more landscaping to the back sides of Buildings A, B, C, and E. . That by leaving the buildings as proposed this would provide adequate parking during the busy times of the day . That by relocating the buildings as requested by staff would result in a net loss of 11 parking spaces . That the applicant would request to keep the sign program at a staff level versus returning to the Planning Commission for review R:\MinutesPC\060105 5 . That the applicant would request the flexibility to ad canopies over decorative wall packs . That the applicant would also be willing to add more landscaping along Overland Road and Margarita Road as well as more decorative elements to the buildings that are below grade. Mr. Mark Burger, owner of the proposed property of the southwest corner of Margarita and Overland Drive, noted the following: . That the theme of the proposed project would be to create a Tuscan themed Italian Village . That giant Olive trees will be incorporated as well as Italian Cypress trees . That by modifying the site plan layout would create serious impacts on. the proposed project . That the applicant would be willing to create a colored, pavered, pedestrian pathway along Nicole Lane . That the applicant has made significant changes to the elevations of Buildings A, B, C and E. Mr. Steven Gardner, architect of the proposed project, offered the following: . That the landscape plans have been enhanced significantly . That Italian Cypress trees will be incorporated at the entry lane . That peripheral landscaping will enhanced . That large multi-trunk Olive trees will be added to each entrance of the center . That standard single-trunk Olive trees will also be incorporate at each gathering place around the site . That a portion of Building A was popped-out and painted a different color . That arches and vines were added to Building A . That a climbing trellis and accent lighting was added to Building A . That an archway and color changes were added to the corner of Building B . That a wall on the back elevation of Building C was popped-out . That the colors were changed to the back elevation of Building C . That lighting fixtures were also added to the back elevation of Building C . That three windows were incorporated to the tower element R:IMinutesPCl060105 6 . That windows were added to the back elevation of Building E. For Chairman Mathewson, Mr. Gardner relayed that Buildings A and B will be for single tenants: Mr. John McKeen, representing Oavnen Restaurants, highlighted the following: . That the proposed project will be 7700 square feet and that there will be 228 seats available . That the exterior of the proposed project was designed to be compatible with the center; and that it will be a Tuscan themed restaurant . That the applicant would be willing to comply with staff's recommendation of the addition of barrel tile along the south and west elevation . That the applicant would be willing to add benches to the waiting areas of the proposed project. Mr. Ray Godwin, representing the applicant, noted the following: . That a roof was added to the trash enclosure . That a patio dinning area will not be incorporated into the proposed project . That a considerable amount of landscaping will be incorporated into the project. For the Planning Commission, Mr. Burger noted that he would be willing to add additional seating, fieldstone stones, as well as umbrellas to the proposed project Relaying her enthusiasm toward the proposed project, future tenant Ms. Joanne Oi Bernardo spoke in favor of the proposed project. Ms. Leah Oi Bernardo, future tenant, also spoke in favor of the proposed project but did disagree with staff's recommendation of the relocation of the buildings. Mr. Burger relayed that the applicant has worked hard to create an aesthetically pleasing center that will be enjoyed by all and noted that the applicant has also added many architectural features and elements as well as a significant amount of landscaping. At this time, the public hearing was closed. Expressing excitement toward the proposed project, Commissioner Telesio noted his appreciation for the architecture and design elements that the applicant has incorporated into the project. Commissioner Telesio also stated that it would be his opinion that rearranging the proposed project as requested by staff would create negative impacts on the project and would be in agreement with the applicant to leave the project site as proposed. Thanking the applicant for all their efforts and willingness to add additional landscaping and architectural elements, Commissioner Guerriero relayed his full support of the proposed project. Commissioner Guerriero also relayed that it would be his opinion to not support staff's recommendation of rearranging the buildings. R:\MinulesPC1060105 7 For the Planning Commission Director of Planning Ubnoske relayed that staff would be willing to work with the applicant with regard to the addition of windows and lighting to the rear elevation of the buildings. Concurring with fellow Commissioner's, Chairman Mathewson relayed his full support of the proposed project and noting the following: . That a running cap of barrel tiles along the stone-faced parapets to present a finished edge and to integrate the parapets will be incorporated . That umbrellas for outdoor public seating areas for Buildings C and between Buildings A and B will be added but that this would not be intended for outdoor dining . That the applicant will be working with staff to address the possibility of adding windows and lighting to rear elevations . That a sign program be brought back to the Planning Commission for final review . That Condition of Approval No. 18 (site plan shall be revised to angle Building A at the corner of Overland Drive and Margarita Road and to shift Building B) be deleted. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff's recommendation with the exception of the revision to angle Building A. Commissioner Telesio seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. PC RESOLUTION NO. 2005-037 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA04-0563, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A 37,173 SQUARE FOOT MIXED-USE RETAILJOFFICElRESTAURANT CENTER ON 5.6 ACRES GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF OVERLAND DRIVE AND MARGARITA ROAD, KNOWN AS ASSESSORS PARCEL NO. 921-810-026 At this time, the Planning Commission took a five minute break. 6 Plannina Application No. PA04-0390 and PA04-0392. a Maraarita Villaae Specific Plan Amendment and Vinvard View Estates Tentative Tract Map No. 23103-2. submitted bv Vinvard View Estates LLC. Marwan Younis. includina a Specific Plan Amendment to Plannina Areas 7 and 9 of the Maraarita Villaae Specific Plan and Tentative Tract Map No. 23103-2 and includes 18.32 acres that is currentlv undeveloped. The Specific Plan Amendment is a reauest to amend the zonina desianation from one-acre minimum to 7.200 sauare foot minimum in Plannina Area 7. and from one acre to 20.000 sauare foot minimum in Plannina Area 9. The proposed Specific Plan amendment also includes a reauest to chanae the land use desianation in the Maraarita Villaae Specific Plan from Low Density to Medium Density in Plannina Area 7. No Specific Plan land use chanae is proposed for Plannina Area 9. The Tentative Tract Map No. 23103-2 isa reauest to subdivide 18.3 acres into 40 parcels. includina 37 residential lots and 3 open space lots located on the northwest corner of Butterfield Staae Road and Chemin Clinet R:\MinulesPC\060105 8 Senior Planner Papp presented a staff report (of record). . That staff determined that the proposed project would not be exempt from CEQA and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared and put out for public review . That prior to tonight's meeting of June 1, 2005, staff distributed a letter received on May 27, 2005, from South Coast Air Quality Management District, who expressed concern with emissions from the construction activity of the project . That staff contacted t~e applicant's representative, Mr. Matthew Fagan, whom has been working with South Coast Air Quality Management District and provided them with information from an Urbemis study that was prepared for the project; and that South Coast Air Quality Management District has since accepted that information and no longer have concerns with the Mitigated Negative Declaration; that staff has confirmed the information with Mr. Gordon Meiss, from the South Coast Air Quality Management District who verbally consented to agree to accept the Mitigated Negative Declaration as is and that staff will be following up with a written correspondence on Thursday, June 2, 2005. For Chairman Mathewson, Senior Planner Papp relayed that the average lot size adjacent to Chardonnay Hills would be approximately 8,000 square feet 25,000. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Via overheads, Mr. Matthew Fagan, representative for Marwan Younis and Vinyards View Estates, LLC, noted the following: . That the applicant has worked with staff and surrounding residents of the proposed project to ensure that all concerns have been met .. That the applicant will be incorporating half-acre lots and will restrict the units to single- story which is allowable in the current Specific Plan . That the intent of the applicant would be to preserve view corridors for the surrounding residences . That larger lots (Planning Area 9a) will be committed to single-story units. Thanking staff for all their efforts, Mr. Marwan Younis owner of proposed project, spoke in favor of the proposed project, noting that two meetings were held with surrounding residences to ensure that their concerns were addressed. ' The following two individuals spoke in favor of the proposed project, noting that the steps that that Mr. Younis has taken to address concerns are appreciated. . Mr. Brad Ballreich . Mr. Ron Hammerton The following three individuals spoke in opposition of the proposed project advising that some residents have paid high premiums for a home with a view and that by approving the proposed R:\MlnutesPC\060105 9 project, those homes would depreciate in value; that the residents would prefer to keep to the original proposed 14, one-acre lots; and that 391 residents of Chardonnay Hills have signed a petition opposing the proposed project. . Mr. Dan Morgan . Ms. Susan Allen . Mr. Edd Hodapp Mr. Fagan relayed that it would not be the intent of the applicant to bring in more fill dirt but will be moving dirt that is currently onsite. At this time, the public hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION Chairman Mathewson noted that that in terms of what is currently being proposed, it would be his opinion that the proposal for half-acre lots on the south side in Planning Area 9 with a commitment to have single-story restrictions would provide for a satisfactory buffer. Chairman Mathewson also noted that he would be of the opinion that the proposed project will blend in with the surrounding area and would be in full support of the project. Commissioner Telesio also spoke in favor of the proposed project noting that the proposed project would in consistent with the Margarita Village Specific Plan Subdivision Ordinance. Commissioner Olhasso noted her opposition to the proposed project and would be of the opinion that the project should remain at 14, one-acre lots. Understanding the concerns of the residents in opposition of the proposed project, Commissioner Guerriero relayed that the proposed project would be below the allowable anticipated development and that he would be in full support. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve the proposed project. Commissioner Telesio seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioner Olhasso who voted No and Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. COMMISSIONER'S REPORTS A. Guerriero noted his appreciation for the quality of staff's reports. B. Commissioner Olhasso commented on the mannequins and furniture on the 1-15. C. Commissioner Telesio expressed concern with a large amount of trucks parked on Randall Road. . D. Chairman Mathewson thanked staff for their efforts in removing the signs at Rebel Nail Salon. Chairman Mathewson also thanked the redevelopment staff for all their efforts with Old Town. R:\MinutesPC\060105 10 PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director of Planning Ubnoske relayed that the desire of the department would be to have new planners on board by the end of June 2005. ADJOURNMENT At 9:00 P.M., Chairman Mathewson formally adjourned this meeting to the next reaular meetlna to be held on Wednesday. June 15. 2005 at 6:30 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. /)~~~-R- u~Y- Debbie Ubnoske Director of Planning R:\MinutesPC\060105 11