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HomeMy WebLinkAbout080293 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 1993 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was called to order on Monday, August 2, 1993, 6:00 P.M., 22915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Ford. PRESENT: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Also present were Assistant City Attorney John Cavanaugh, Director of Planning Gary Thornhill, Senior Planner Debbie Ubnoske and temporary Recording SecretaryTasha Summers. PUBLIC COMMENT None COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. ADoroval of Agenda It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Ford to approve the agenda. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Director's Hearing Update This is an informational item with no action required of the Commission. New ChairDerson Election It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Blair to elect Steven Ford as the Planning Commission Chairperson. AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None R:\S\PLANCOMM~PCMINS-2.93 10/20/93 tjs 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Blair to elect Dennis Chiniaeff as the Planning Commission Vice-Chairperson. AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Submittal. Standards Commissioner Chiniaeff inquired as to whether there are extra copies of maps left over from the Planning files. Planning Director Gary Thornhill responded that the type of application and outside'agency interest dictates the number of copies used and that the number of maps required is necessary. This is an informational item only with no action required by the Commission. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 5. PA93-0120, First Extension of Time for Tentative Parcel Map No. 24785 Proposal to subdivide a 5 acre parcel into 2 parcels. Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. New Conditions of Approval were added by the Department of Public Works for Erosion Control and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) in order to comply with new laws, City Ordinances, and to protect the General Health and Safety of the citizens of Temecula. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to approve PA93-0120, First Extension of Time for the subdivision of the 5 acre parcel into 2 parcels. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None o R:\S\PI_ANCOMM~PCMINS-2.93 10/20/93 tjs PA93-0072, First Extension of Time for Tentative Parcel MaD No. 25981 Proposal to subdivide a 3.01 acre parcel into 3 parcels. Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2. 1993 New Conditions of Approval were added by the Department of Public Works for Erosion Control and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) in order to comply with new laws, City Ordinances, and to protect the General Health and Safety of the citizens of Temecula. Commissioner Hoagland inquired as to whether an ultimate zoning study had been done previously and if the project was consistent with the General Plan Land Use Map. Mr. Ruiz confirmed that the project was consistent with the General Plan and that City Council had approved the parcel request. Commissioner Ford inquired about the conditions of approval for off-site grading. To clarify Commissioner Ford's concern, Ray Casey stated that the added condition was not subject to NPDES because the parcel was under 5 acres, but that the project was subject to erosion control, under the grading permit. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Blair to approve PA93-0072, First Extension of Time for Tentative Parcel Map No. 25981. The motion carried as follows: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford and Fahey NOES: I COMMISSIONERS: Hoagland PA93-0150, First Extension of Time for Plot Plan No. 225 Proposal for a warehouse with 17,250 square feet of floor area. Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. To clarify, Mr. Ruiz stated that the project is currently in plan check for grading permits, but because the applicant has not technically met the definition of "use of the permit," he is required to file for an extension. Upon approval of the proposed two year extension of time, the plan check process will continue. It was moved by Commissioner Blair, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to approve PA93-0150, First Extension of Time for Plot Plan No. 225. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None R:\S\PLANCOMIVAPCMINS-2.93 10/20/93 tjs 3 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 PA93-0009, First Extension of Time for Tentative Parcel MaD No. 25059 and PA93- 0010, Extension of Time for Plot Plan No. 34 Proposal for a four lot subdivision of a 5.51 acre site in the Industrial Park (I-P)'zone and to construct a seven story office building (102,243 s.f.), two restaurants (7,872 s.f. and 7,000 s.f.) and a four-level parking structure. This project was continued from the July 19, 1993 Planning Commission Meeting. Planner Craig Ruiz presented the case. Commissioner Chiniaeff inquired about the applicants expenditure of funds. Ray Casey from the Department of Public Works, stated that no funds had been-spent to date for improvements or financing through an Assessment District. The representative, Anthony Polo, Avalon Consultants, questioned Planning staff's ability to add new conditions to the project. Mr. Polo also argued that the added conditions did not relate to the health and safety of the citizens of Temecula nor to the General Plan. In addition, Mr. Polo felt that because he was required to provide public facilities which would cost in excess of $125,000 the project was entitled to a three year extension of time. Staff stated that the applicant did not meet the three requirements necessary to receive a three year extension of time. The applicant had not (1) expended $125,000, (2) a final map was not recorded, and (3) the project was not part of a phased final map. Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that the conditions added to the project were standard. Assistant City Attorney John Cavanaugh stated that the City has the authority to impose new conditions of approval to a previously approved tentative map through the extension of time process. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to approve PA93-0009, first extension of time for Tentative Tract Map No. 25059 and PA93-0101, First Extension of Time for Plot Plan No. 225. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None R:\S\Pt. ANCOMM\PCMIN8-2.93 10120/93 tjs 4 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 PA93-0101. Tentative Tract MaD No. 25055, Amendment No. 5, First Extension of Time Proposed request for a one year time extension for Tentative Tract Map No. 25055, Amendment No. 5, a twenty-eighth (28) unit condominium subdivision on 2.5 acres. Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report. Chairman Ford, to clarify, reiterated that the 25 foot setback on the 6 lots to the east of the project which provide a buffer to the single family residences behind the property was what was previously approved by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map No. 25055, but this had been included on the current submittal due to economic hardship. The project representative, Ida Sanchez, agreed to the three (3) conditions added to Conditions of Approval. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to approve the One Year Extension of Time for PA93-0101, Tentative Tract Map No. 25055, Amendment No. 5 The motion was carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Assistant City Attorney John Cavanaugh called for a recess to confer with the Pechanga Indian council prior to discussing Item No. 10 of the agenda. The meeting was reconvened at 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 10. R:\S\PLANCOMM~PCMIN 8- 2.93 PA93-0125, Conditional Use Permit Proposed Conditional Use Permit allowing the use of the Temecula showgrounds for motorcross and off-road events including practice and races. This project was continued from the July 19, 1993 Planning Commission Meeting. Planner Saied Naaseh presented the staff report. There were no comments from the audience. 10/20/93 tjs 5 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 Planning staff addressed the two outstanding issues raised by AQMD and the Pechanga Indian Reservation. In order to comply with AQMD concerns, the dirt access road and track must be watered three (3) times daily on event days. Magnesium chloride, a soil stabilizer, will also be applied to the road once every six months. The magnesium chloride will bring the generated emissions below the threshold levels thereby reducing the significant impacts of the project. In order to address the Pechanga Indians concerns, the mound material used to produce the jumps will be moved to the buffer zone. An archaeologist and a representative from the Pechanga Reservation will be present during the sifting and monitoring of the mound material on Saturday, August 7, 1993. An additional condition added to the project is .that the Pechanga Indians are to be notified when additional grading is performed on the site. This excludes any grading necessary to maintain the track after final grading approval. Assistant City Attorney John Cavanaugh clarified the Agreement added to the project. The following language was added to the agreement to clarify and safeguard the agreement: if the Commission approved the CUP, the applicant could submit plans to the Department of Public Works for the grading permit. The Pechanga's could appeal the permit within 10 days of receipt. John Cavanaugh requested the following changes in the Agreement: Paragraph 1 of the Agreement regarding the relocation of the mound material states that a rubber tire loader be used to transfer the material to the 100 foot buffer area. Paragraph regarding the release. Mr. Cavanaugh stated that the Pechanga Indians may waive their rights to appeal any Planning Commission decision regarding PA93o0125, but the waiver does not apply to any matters related to the previously issued temporary event permit for the motorcross which is the subject of a pending action; Riverside Superior Court Case No. 23438. The Pechanga representative approved the agreement and stated they would sign said agreement on Tuesday, August 3, 1993. Commissioner Chiniaeff expressed concern regarding the cost of the magnesium chloride being applied to the road. He stated that the cost should be absorbed by the other agencies using the road as well as Mr. Shoemaker, the applicant. Planning Director Gary Thornhill'addressed Commissioner Chiniaeff's concern by stating that the issue was being discussed and that Planning staff would consult the Department of Public Works in regards to dividing the cost of the chemical. Chairman Ford opened the Public Hearing at 7:1 5 P.M. R:\S\PLANCOMIVAPCMIN8-2.93 1 0/20193 tis 6 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 The project representative, Dirk Edge, stressed the importance of the Planning Commission approving the project due to the race scheduled for August 15, 1993. Mr. Edge also requested that Item No. 31 of the conditions of approval, which states that a Registered Civil Engineer approve or design an erosion control plan for the site, be deleted. To clarify, Ray Casey of the Department of Public Works, stated that due to the nature of the project a Civil Engineer does not need to approve the projects grading permit. The applicant accepted the modified Conditions 15 and 19 in the Memorandum dated August 2, 1993. The representative for the Pechanga Indians, James Cohen, approved the language of the new conditions. Condition 31 was removed from the memorandum. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 7:20 P.M. and approve the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the amendments set forth by the City Attorney, allowing the use of the Temecula Showgrounds for motorcross and off-road events including practice and races. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 11. Tentative Tract Map No. 25338, Amendment No. I A proposed 28 unit condominium subdivision on 2.56 acres. Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report stating that Planning Staff has provided written correspondence on numerous occasions giving explicit resubmittal requirements and has had numerous telephone conversations with the applicant and one meeting. $taff's concerns included the request for a current grading plan outlining the topography of the site, an updated traffic analysis, a hydrology and hydraulic analysis of the site and an amended tentative map. The deadlines set by staff were agreed to by the applicant, but the applicants resubmittal was not received. Planning Staff therefore recommended denial of the project, without prejudice, based upon the analysis and findings in the staff report. To clarify the term "without prejudice," Assistant City Attorney John Cavanaugh stated that without prejudice means that the applicant has the right to reapply within a one year period of time. Commissioner Hoagland inquired as to whether the applicant would have to begin the permit process from the beginning or could he apply for a one year extension of time. Mr. Cavanaugh stated that the project would have to be submitted over again as a new project. R:\S\PLANCOMM\PCMIN8-2.93 10/20/93 tjs 7 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 The applicant, Mr. Leigh Waxman, stated that he had not received a copy of the staff report until the day of the Planning Commission meeting. He also stated that the project was originally approved through Riverside County and then transferred to the City of Temecula. Upon the City's recommendation of changing the number of units from 32 to 28, the applicant complied and had plans redrawn to meet the request. The applicant commented on the frequent change in City staff assigned to his project, referring to the Case Planner Mark Rhoades and Engineer Bob Righetti. The applicant requested a one year extension of time, but the Commission reminded Mr. Waxman that the project had not been approved and therefore could not be granted the extension. Commissioner Ford looked at the letter sent to the applicant on October 22, 1993 regarding the submittal requirements in order for Planning Staff to continue its review of the project. Mr. Waxman stated that he had not seen the letter before. Commissioner Fahey suggested a one month extension in order for Mr. Waxman to clarify with City staff the status of the project. Mr. Waxman requested a two month extension. Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 7:40 P.M. Jean Clement, 29822 Windwood Circle, Temecula, spoke in opposition to the project due to the increased number of multi-family units along Solana Way which would present an increased problem with traffic flow. Ms. Clement requested single family detached homes be placed on the property instead of the proposed condominium project. She also pointed out that there was a lack of playground facilities in the area. Gall Edwards, 29741 Windwood Circle, Temecula, spoke in opposition to the project stating that the proposed project location was the only "buffer zone" between her home and commercial development. Ms. Edwards commented on the high level of multi-family housing congestion in the area as well as the lack of view and decreased value of the homes in the area. She also stated that the areas elementary school had to add temporary classrooms to accommodate the increased number of children. Ms. Edwards expressed great concern over the lack of funds the project would contribute to the school system. Susan Osborn, 41967 Sherwood Court, Temecula, spoke in opposition to the project stating that she would like to see the area designated as a park area. The applicant addressed each of the concerns of the opposed speakers and stated that his project was in compliance with the City's plan for the area. He emphasized the proposed school fees to be paid for the project equaled $200,000 in fees. Commissioner Fahey expressed concern over the congestion the proposed project would bring to the area. R:\S\PI-ANCOMM~PCMINS-2.93 10120/93 tjs 8 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 2, 1993 It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 8:00 P.M. and to approve staff's recommendation to deny the project without prejudice based on the findings contained in the staff report. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland and Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 12. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Gary Thornhill stated that the next General Plan Meeting will be held August 17, 1993. Delays in the project are due to conflicts the City Council has had with certain meetings.. 13. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION Commissioner Chiniaeff urged consistency in placing the proposed General Plan Designations on the first page of the Planning Commission staff reports. He also requested greater consistency in map exhibits. 14. OTHER BUSINESS None 15. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Ford declared the meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission will be held on Monday, September 20, 1993, 6:00 P.M., Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. ~'~.// Chairman Steve Ford Gary ~'~ornhill, Secretary R:\S\PI-ANCOMM~PCMIN8-2.93 10/20/93 tjs 9