HomeMy WebLinkAbout011608 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PLANNING COMMISSION
JANUARY 16, 2008
CALL TO ORDER
The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on
Wednesday, January 16, 2008, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200
Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Carey led the audience in the Flag salute
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Carey, Chiniaeff, Guerriero, Harter, and Telesio
Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No comments.
1 Director's Hearing Case Update
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the Director's Hearing Case Update for November and December, 2007.
MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner
Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
2 Planning Application Nos. PA07-0299 and PA07-0300, Development Plan applications for
the review and approval (business item - no public hearing) of updated mall entrances
(PA07-0299) and architectural elevations for the retail and restaurant buildings,
landscape/hardscape and lighting (PA07-0300) pursuant to a Condition of Approval of a
previously approved Development Plan (PA06-0293)
Associate Planner Peters provided PowerPoint Presentation (as per staff report) and highlighted
on the following:
• Background
• Location
• Site Plan Overview
• Updated Mall Entries
• New Logo and Design Theme
• Main Street Architecture
• Landscape
• Hardscape
• Lighting
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At this time, the public hearing was opened and due to no speakers, it was closed.
MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner
Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
New Items
and as well as a site plan modification for a bus turnout, located between Macv's and
Edwards Cinema bound by Ynez Road Winchester Road. Margarita Road and Overland
Road
Associate Planner Kitzerow provided the Planning Commission with a PowerPoint Presentation,
highlighting on the following:
• Project Description
• Location
• Original Proposal
• Approved West Parking Structure
• Proposed Modification Elevation
• Site Plan Modification
• Environmental Determination
Associate Planner Kitzerow added that written correspondence was received by the owner of
Johnny Carino's, On the Border and Ruby's Diner, in opposition to the proposed project.
In response to Commissioner Chiniaeff's question, regarding why an additional level of parking
is being proposed, Associate Planner Kitzerow stated that due to the success of the mall, the
applicant would be in favor of adding additional parking at this time instead of later to avoid the
impact of future construction.
At this time, the public hearing was opened.
A. Mr. Kenneth Lee, representing Forest City, thanked staff for their efforts and noted that
he would be in favor of moving the project forward.
At this time, the public hearing was closed.
MOTION: Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner
Guerriero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
4 Planning Application No. PA07-0316, a Maior Modification application. submitted by Forest
all-wav stops access reconfiguration, modified striping and signage, enhanced pedestrian
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Deputy Director of Public Works York highlighted on the following:
• Project Description
• Background
• Ring-Road Enhancements, Phase 1 improvements
• Ring-Road Enhancements, Phase 2 improvements
With respect to the Environmental Determination, Associate Planner Kitzerow provided a brief
report.
Thanking staff and Forest City for a great project, Commissioner Guerriero indicated his
approval of the proposed project.
For Commissioner Harter, Associate Planner Kitrerow noted that the driveway to Bel Vellaggio
was approved administratively, and advised that the owners of the Power Center would be in full
agreement of staff recommendation.
In response to Commissioner Carey's query, Mr. Lee advised that the start date for Phase 1 is
scheduled for April, 2008 to be completed September, 2008. Commissioner Carey relayed his
concern with the lack of Stop signage on the ring-road.
MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to approve staff recommendation. Commissioner
Chiniaeff seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
COMMISSIONER REPORTS
No report at this time.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Director of Planning Ubnoske noted that staff is currently working to ad the ex-parte
communications item to the February 20, 2008, Planning Commission agenda. Ms. Ubnoske
also noted that there will be large projects coming to Planning Commission such as Old Town
Visioning, Water Park, and Mercedes project.
With respect to compensation for subcommittee meetings for Planning Commissioners,
Assistant City Manager Johnson stated that he will explore the issue and get back to the
Commission.
ADJOURNMENT
At 6:30 pm, Chairman Telesio formally adjourned to February 20, 2008 at 6:00 p.m., in the City
Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula.
John T lesio
Chairman
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Debbie Ubnoske
Director of Planning
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