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HomeMy WebLinkAbout040605 PC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 6, 2005 S CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Wednesday, April 6, 2005, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE Chairman Mathewson 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 Aaenda RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Agenda of April 6, 2005. 2 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve the Minutes of March 2, 2005. 2.2 Approve the Minutes of March 16, 2005. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Olhasso seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exceDtion of Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. R:\MinutesPCI04060S COMMISSION BUSINESS New Items 3 Plannina Aoolication No. PA04-0594. a Develooment Code Amendment for Suoolemental Alcoholic Beveraae Sale Reauirements recommendina that the Citv Council adoot an ordinance reaardina suoolemental reauirements reaulatina the sale of alcoholic beveraaes for certain wes of businesses and to orovide locallv aoorooriate criteria for State-reauested Findinas of Public Convenience or Necessitv Principal Planner Hogan presented a staff report (of written material). Commissioner Guerriero concurred with staff's report, but requested the following modifications: . That the requirement No beer or wine shall be displayed within 10 feet of cash register or the front door be changed to 5 feet. . That a requirement be added imposing that sales staff be trained by or through the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) prior to approval of a Conditional use Permit (CUP). Principal Planner Hogan noted that a condition could be added that requires staff training by or through the Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC) prior to the opening of the business. Clarifying for the Planning Commission, Principal Planner Hogan offered the following comments: . That the proposed requirements as stated in staff's report would not be imposed on existing facilities . That if a temporary church and a business selling alcohol were located on a Commercial or Industrial Zone, the 500 foot requirement would not be applied. . That if the sale of hard liquor is the predominant product sold in a store (50% or more), it would be classified as a liquor store; if not, it would be considered a convenience store . That previously imposed requirements regarding the sale of alcohol would be replaced by the proposed four requirements in staff's report. At this time, the public hearing was opened but due to no speakers it was closed. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approves staff's recommendation subject to the two following conditions: That no beer or wine shall de displayed within close proximity (no closer than 5 feet) to the cash register and front door and that sales staff receive training by or through Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC) prior to the opening of a business. Commissioner Telesio seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exceDtion of Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. R:IMinutesPCl040605 2 PC RESOLUTION NO. 2005-020 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING CHAPTERS 17.08, 17.10, AND 17.34 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE LIQUOR STORES AND SIMILAR USES AND TO FURTHER CLARIFY OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESSES SELLING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES (PLANNING APPLICATION 04-0594)" 4 Plannina Application No. PA04-0462. PA04-0463. PA04-0571. a General Plan Amendment. Zone Chanae. Conditional Use Permit. Development Plan and Tentative Parcel Map submitted bv Universal Health Svstems. Inc. to construct a 320-bed hospital facilitv and helipad. two medical office buildinas totalina approximatelv 140.000 sauare feet. a 10.000 sauare foot cancer center. and an 8.000 sauare foot fitness rehabilitation center all totalina approximatelv 566.160 sauare feet on 35.31 acres. located on the north side of Hiahwav 79 South and south of DePortola Road. approximatelv 700 feet west of Maraarita Road Assistant City Attorney Curley stated for the Planning Commission, staff, and the public that the proposed project will be subject to an Environmental Impact Report (EIR); that the public hearing will be opened to collect specific concerns that would need to be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report (EIR); and that as part of the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) process, there would be another opportunity for public comment and review on the environmental document at another time. . Associate Planner Long presented a staff report (of written material), noting that staff has worked closely with the applicant, the Los Ranchitos Homeowners Association and City Council sub-committee comprised of Councilman Naggar and Mayor Comerchero and that Condition of Approval No. 11 should be modified to impose that the applicant shall work with the emergency providers in local areas to reduce the use of sirens within the vicinity of the hospital and within residential areas. COMMISSION DISCUSSION In response to the Commission's query regarding Pio Pico Road, Director of Public Works Hughes stated that the lower (southern) section of Pio Pico Road will be needed for the proposed project advising that the City will be vacating the southern portion and that the City will be retaining the upper (northern) portion of Pio Pico Road, noting that it would not be the intent of the City to develop the upper portion (northern) but that this portion will remain on paper as an access. It is the opinion of Director of Public Works Hughes that the horse trail on the southern end of Pio Pico Road will still be useable. For Commissioner Telesio, Mr. Long noted that the applicant will be required to coordinate with local emergency service providers to minimize the use of sirens near the hospital and residential zones. R:\MinulesPC\040605 3 Public Works Director Hughes commented on the need for the Dartolo Road extension, advising that because of timing and cost of this extension, it was approved as a Condition of Approval for Phase II; that the DePortola Road connection will be valuable to the hospital; and that the Dartolo .Road/Margarita Road signal is extremely close to SR 79 South and may hamper, at a future time, the ability to move traffic through the Margarita Corridor. It was also noted by Mr. Hughes that the DePortola Road driveway access will be full-turning movements with the exception that the left-hand turn out would be restricted, noting that one could turn left in but could not turn left out to go westbound. For Chairman Mathewson, Mr. Long noted that the project has been designed to be compatible with the rural residential character by including multi-use trails, split rail fencing, and landscaped buffers as conditioned along DePortola Road. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Don Pyskacek, Vice President of design and construction from Universal Health Services, representing the applicant, offered the following comments: . That the hospital is vitally needed in the community . That the project will not include a trauma center which would be a much higher level of service . That currently there is no definite timing between Phase I and Phase II; and that Phase II of the project would be planned to accommodate future City needs. The following individuals spoke against the proposed project for the following reasons: . Ms. Dee Messing Mr. Del Ross . Ms. Rebecca Weersing Ms. Charlottte Gust . Ms. Pauline Nelson Mr. James Gust . Mr. George DiLeo Mr. Tim Nelson . Mr. Brad Starmon Mr. Jerry Hizon . Mr. Sal Salazar Ms. Angie Canales . Mr. Neal Ziff Mr. Jeff Tomaszewski . Mr. Don Stowe Ms. Theresa Hizon . Mr. Jack Williams Ms. Dee Dee Polzin . Mr. Raymond Bennett Mr. Kenneth Ray . Ms. Kathleen Stowe Ms. Carol Charnock . Mr. Gilbert Schultz Ms. Linda Doucet . That increased traffic on DePortola will make it unsafe for equestrian uses . That noise sources, noise impacts, and noise mitigation has not been adequately addressed . That access from DePortola Road would not be desired by area residents, if required by City, it should be gated for emergency access only R:\MinutesPC\040605 4 . That access from Dartolo Road should be included in Phase I of the proposed project . That all of Pio Pico Road south of DePortola Road should be vacated . That the hospital towers are too tall and not consistent with the area . That the proposed site is not an appropriate site for the proposed project . That a helipad and helicopter will create noise impacts and will frighten (spook) horses . That due to increased runoff resulting from the proposed project, a storm water plan should be prepared . That the rural country atmosphere must be protected. Mr. Dennis Grimes, Los Ranchitos resident, spoke in favor of the proposed project. At this time, the public hearing was closed. COMMISSION DISCUSSION For the Planning Commission, Director of Public Works Hughes stated that it is his opinion that the sub-committee assigned to the proposed project is in full support of the proposed project and conditions as presented. Commissioner Telesio noted that it is his opinion that the use of five helicopters a month should not create a significant amount of noise. Commissioner Olhasso noted that until issues of litigation are resolved with the proposed project, she will not be able to work with the Equestrian Preservation Group. In regard to the focused Environmental Impact Report, Commissioner Olhasso stated that the following issues must be further investigated . That staff explore the construction timing of Dartolo Road improvements versus DePortola Road improvements . That staff analyze the impacts concerning equestrian uses in the area . That staff study conflicts on DePortola Road . That issues with the regard to height of the proposed project be addressed . That emergency room relocation be considered . That potential noise with regard to flight path be addressed. Considering public testimony, Chairman Mathewson noted that the Planning Commission and staff will be consolidating issues/concerns and will be returning to the Planning Commission with a recommendation as to what the Environmental Impact Report should be addressing. R:IMinutesPClO4060S 5 MOTION: It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to continue the Item to the April 20, 2005, Planning Commission meeting. Commissioner Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the exceDtion of Commissioner Chiniaeff who was absent. COMMISSIONER'S REPORT For Commissioner Olhasso, Director of Planning Ubnoske relayed that she will be emailing her a response as to whether or not the Code Enforcements Reports are in working order. In response to the Commission's query regarding stone versus pre-cast concrete at the Bel Villagio Center, Director of Planning Ubnoske stated that she would need to explore the issue. Chairman Mathewson expressed his concern with the Rebel Nail Salon at the Promenade Mall, noting that on the weekends the Salon uses 40 to 50 advertising signs and requested that Code Enforcement explore the issue. For Chairman Mathewson, Director of Planning Ubnoske relayed that she has made phone calls in regard to the mining issue on Rancho California Road but that no one has returned her calls, but advised that she will continue to pursue the matter. Director of Public Works Hughes noted that he will also explore the mining issue on Rancho California Road. Commissioner Guerriero expressed concern with bottom dump trucks traveling in the fast lanes at high level of speed on Rancho California Road and queried on the possibility of restricting bottom dump trucks from the fast lane. In response to Commissioner Guerriero's concern, Assistant City Attorney Curley noted that he would explore his concern. Commissioner Guerriero requested increased traffic officers to patrol the Rancho California Road. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director of Planning Ubnoske reminded the Planning Commission of the luncheon with the architectural consultant, telecommunication consultant, and landscape consultant being held on Monday, April 11 , 2005, at 11 :30 a.m. Ms. Ubnsoke also relayed that Associate Planner Long will be leaving the City to pursue a new endeavor. The Planning Commission wished Mr. Long best wishes. R:\MinutesPC\040605 6 ADJOURNMENT At 9:10 P.M., Chairman Mathewson formally adjourned this meeting to the next reaular meetin to be held on Wednesday. ADril20. 2005 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 432 Bu' es Park Drive, Temecula. R:\MinutesPCI040605 rn~~~' ~Y-- Debbie Ubnoske Director of Planning 7