HomeMy WebLinkAbout092093 PC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
PLANNING COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 20, 1993
A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was called to order on
Monday, September 20, 1993, at 6:00 P.M., Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive,
Temecula, California. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Steve Ford.
PRESENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland,
Ford
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Also present was Planning Director Gary Thornhill, Assistant City Attorney Mary Jo Shelton,
Senior Planner Debbie Ubnoske and Recording Secretary Gail Zigler.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
1.
Aooroval Of Agenda
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to
approve the agenda.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
2.1
AoDroval of Minutes of the Julv 19. 1993 Planning Commission Meetina
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to
approve the minutes of the July 19, 1993 Planning Commission meeting.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENTi 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
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SEPTEMBER 20, 1993
AoDroval of Minutes of the AuQust 2, 1993 Planning Commission Meeting
Chairman Ford asked for a correction on Page 5, Item No. 9, third paragraph as
follows:
"...Tract Map No. 25055, but this had not been included on the current submittal due
to economic hardship".
Page 8, third paragraph as follows:
"Chairman Ford referred to the letter sent to the applicant on October 22, 1993 ...... "
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to
approve the minutes of the July 19, 1993 Planning Commission meeting.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff~ Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
NON-PUBLIC HEARING
Planning Applicant No. 93-0134 - First Extension of Time for Tentative Parcel Map No.
27108
Proposal for a one-year extension of time for Tentative Parcel Map No. 27108 located
at the southeast corner of Ynez and Santiago Roads.
Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report.
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to re-
affirm the previously adopted Negative Declaration for Tentative Parcel Map No. 27108
and approve PA 93-0134, Tentative Parcel Map No. 27108, First Extension of Time
subject to Conditions of Approval.
The motion was unanimously carried. as follows:
AYES:
5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
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4. PA93-0137 First Extension of Time for Plot Plan No. 226
Proposed commercial retail complex of three structures totaling approximately 27,150
square feet located at the southwest corner of Margarita Road and Pauba Road.
Assistant Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. He advised that conditions
relevant to NPDES (erosion control) have been added to the Conditions of Approval.
Commissioner Chiniaeff asked staff if there are conditions of approval to assure the
drainage off this property will be handled properly.
Principal Engineer Ray Casey advised the Conditions of Approval require that a
drainage study be submitted and approved.
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to re-
Affirm the previously adopted Negative Declaration for Plot Plan No. 226 and approve
PA 93-0137, Plot Plan No. 226, First Extension of Time subject to Conditions of
Approval.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES:
5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
PA93-0154 Second Extension of Time For Tentative Tract MaD No. 23513,
Amendment No. 1
Proposed sub-division of 14.37 acres into 11 residential lots located on the north side
of Santiago Road, approximately 1500 feet west of Avenida de San Pasqual.
Assistant Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. He advised that conditions
relevant to NPDES (erosion control) have been added to the Conditions of Approval.
Planner Ruiz said Condition of Approval No. 2, refers to Ordinance 348 twice, and
should be amended to read Ordinance 460.
It was moved by Commissioner Blair, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to re-affirm
the previously adopted Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract Map No. 23513,
Amendment No. 1, Second Extension of Time and approve PA 93-0154, Tentative
Tract Map No. 23513, Amendment No. 1, Second Extension of Time subject to
Conditions of Approval.
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The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES: 5
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
SEPTEMBER 20, 1993
COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
COMMISSIONERS: None
6. PA93-0165 Second Extension of Time for Tentative Tract MaD No. 23990,
Amendment No. 4
Proposed subdivision of 6.32 acres into 30 residential lots located south of Via La
Vida, approximately 300 feet east of Calle Palmas.
Assistant Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. He advised that conditions
relevant to NPDES (erosion control) have been added to the Conditions of Approval.
Planner Ruiz said Condition of Approval No. 2, refers to Ordinance 348 twice, and
recommended amending the condition to refer to Ordinance 460.
Commissioner Chiniaeff stepped down due to a potential conflict of interest.
It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to re-
affirm the previously adopted Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract Map No. 23990,
Amendment No. 4, and approve PA 93-0165, Tentative Tract Map No. 23990,
Amendment No. 4, Second Extension of Time subject to Conditions of Approval.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES:
4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSTAIN: I COMMISSIONERS: Chiniaeff
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
7. PA93-0132
Proposed addition of a 107,300 square foot warehouse building to increase the
warehouse area of an existing building on a 9.55 acre warehouse parcel in the
Manufacturing Service Commercial Zone (M-SC) Zone located at 26040 Ynez Road.
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Craig Ruiz presented the staff report.
Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 6:20 P.M.
Howard Parsell, representing the applicant as the project architect, concurred with the
Conditions of Approval.
It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to
close the public hearing at 7:20 P.M. and Adoot Resolution No. 93-(next) approving
PA93-0132 revised Plot Plan.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES: 5
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 0
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
None
None
8. Plannine Application No. 93-0158, Amendment No. I
Proposed expansion of the existing TVUSD facility in two (2) phases. Phase 1 consists
of the construction of a 15,300 square foot warehouse, the conversion of an existing
bus facility to 3,840 square feet of additional warehouse space, the removal of ten
(10) trailers and the drivers lounge. Phase 2 proposes a 15,300 warehouse expansion
and a 13,824 square foot expansion to the District Office located at 31350 Rancho
Vista Road.
Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan advised the Commission that the applicant requests
this matter be continued to the next meeting due to an incorrect Planning Commission
meeting date referenced in a letter the school district 'mailed to the surrounding
property owners.
Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 6:25 P.M.
Lettie Boggs, representing the Temecula Valley Unified School District, advised the
Commission the letters sent out to the surrounding property owners from the school
district, advising them of the public hearing, incorrectly stated the meeting was to be
held on Tuesday, September 21, 1993. Ms. Boggs said the TVUSD requests the
continuance to ensure the affected property owners would all be able to attend the
meeting.
Frank Kimbro, 31231 Corte Alhambra, Temecula, asked for an explanation of the.
warehouse uses at this facility. Mr. Kimbro also asked staff what will happen with the
filling station located on the site. He asked for clarification of the following: What is
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a Negative Declaration? What is the time schedule on the new construction? What
is the school district's definition of facilities?
David Ciabattoni, 41686 Avenida De La Reina, Temecula, said he would like the City
to get involved in controlling the hours of operation and types of hazardous materials
to be stored at this facility. Mr. Ciabattoni said the original intended use for this site
was an administrative facility and he would like assurances that once the school
district moves the bus facility and uses from this site, future uses would be limited to
administrative uses only.
Planning Director Gary Thornhill said staff would respond to the concerns in writing.
It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to
continue Planning Application No. 93-0158, Amendment No. 1 to October 4, 1993.
The motion was unanimously carried as follows:
AYES:
5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0' COMMISSIONERS: None
9. Planning Application No. 93-0027, Amendment No. 2 - Public Use Permit
Proposed church facility to be constructed in three (3) phases located at the
northeasterly corner of Margarita Road and Rancho Vista Roads.
Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report and advised Condition No,
12 has been corrected to require a check in the amount of $1328.00 payable to the
County Clerk.
Commissioner Fahey said she had concerns regarding the limited access this site.
Commissioner Chiniaeff questioned whether the applicant could utilize the water
district easement as secondary access to the proposed site,
Principal Engineer Ray Casey advised the Commission the Metropolitan Water Water
District is not agreeable to grading of their easement.
Director Thornhill said the Commission could direct staff to address whether Rancho
California Water District would consider. access from their easement.
Commissioner Blair expressed a concern that the access allowed for a left hand turning
movement across Margarita which is a heavily traveled road with a 50 mph speed
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Principal Engineer Ray Casey said the traffic study indicates it is a safe turning
movement.
Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 6:45 P.M.
Russell Rumansoff, 27349 Jefferson Avenue, Temecula, architect for the project,
requested the following modifications to the Conditions of Approval: No. 47, allow
applicant to submit schematic landscape and irrigation plans; No. 67, the applicant
feels they have already paid this fee and requests this requirement be waived; and No.
69, the applicant has paid for the widening of Margarita and curb and gutter along
Margarita and feels they have satisfied their requirement.
Lee Wailert, 30830 Avenida Del Reposa, Temecula, representing the church, concurred
with the changes to the conditions of approval as stated by the architect.
Planning Director Gary Thornhill said Condition 47 can be changed to read "prior to the
issuance of building permits"; Condition 67 can be deleted if staff determines the
applicant has satisfied this requirement; and, Condition 69 will be considered by staff.
Commissioner Hoagland stated concerns regarding traffic.
Principal Engineer Ray Casey said it is the opinion of the traffic consultant and staff,
that the proposal is the best possible solution for this site.
Chairman Ford said he would like to ensure that the site is approved with a three lane
driveway and is not restricted to right turns only.
Planning Director Gary Thornhill asked the Commission to allow staff to explore a
second option for access.
It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to close
the public hearing at 7:08 P.M. and adopt the Negative Declaration for Planning
Application No. 93-0027, Amendment No. 2 (Public Use Permit) and; adopt Resolution
No. 93-22 Approving Planning Application No. 93-0027, Amendment No. 2, subject
to the Conditions of Approval, amending Condition No. 12 requiring $1328.00;
Condition No. 47, landscape and irrigation plans prior to the issuance of building
permits; Condition No. 67, add the language "if applicable"; Condition No. 69 add the
language "if applicable"; and, adding a condition requiring a three lane access.
Principal Engineer Ray Casey said this was part of Condition No. 59.
The motion carried as follows:
AYES:
3 COMMISSIONERS: Chiniaeff, Fahey, Ford
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NOES: 2 COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS:
Blair, Hoagland
None
SEPTEMBER 20, 1993
PLANNING DIRECTORS REPORT
Director Gary Thornhill reported the following:
* A General Plan Public Hearing will be held before the City Council on September
21, 1993.
Commissioner Chiniaeff asked for a summary of changes made to the General
Plan by the Council.
* The Development Code is proceeding.
* Staff will be reviewing a project featuring a village center concept for Highway
79 South and will encourage Commission and City Council input.
* The controversy regarding street vending carts will be presented to the City
Council on September 28, 1993.
PLANNING COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Chiniaeff said City Council representation would be helpful during
Development Code committee meetings.
Chairman Ford asked staff to include traffic report summaries in the agenda report.
the
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner Blair, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to adjourn at 7:30
P.M.
The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Com?0ission will be held on
Monday, October 4,1993,6:00 P.M. at Vail Elementary Sch~,l,,/2/~ 915 Mira Loma Drive,
Temecula, California.
~,~*' ' -/Chairman Steven Ford
/ Secretly
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