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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060793 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 7, 1993 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was called to order on Monday, June 7, 1993, 6:25 P.M., at Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Linda Fahey. PRESENT: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Also present were Planning Director Gary Thornhill, Assistant City Attorney John Cavanaugh, Senior Planner Debbie Ubnoske, Senior Planner John Meyer and Recording Secretary Gail Zigler. PUBLIC COMMENT None COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. Approval of Aaenda It was moved by Commission Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to approve the agenda. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Minutes 2.1 Approval of Planning Commission minutes for the meeting of March 1, 1993. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to approve the minutes of the March 1, 1993 Planning Commission meeting. PCMIN06/O7/93 -1- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: JUNE 7, 1993 Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 2.2 Approval of Planning Commission minutes for the meeting of April 5, 1993. It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to approve the minutes of the April 5, 1993 Planning Commission meeting. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 3. Director's Hearing Cases Uodate It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to receive and file the report. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Landscaoe Plan for Ynez Car Care Center (CUP No.2) Proposed landscape plan for Ynez Car Care Center, abutting the west side of Ynez Road and the east side of Interstate 15, approximately 200 feet north of the intersection of Ynez Road and Solana Way. PCMIN06/07/93 -2- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report. Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that he feels four to five additional fifteen gallon trees should be placed along the southerly boundary of the applicant's property, between the trees of the abutting property. Commissioner Hoagland stated he feels additional trees are necessary along the southerly and northerly boundary of the property. The overall consensus of the Commission was to require the applicant to plant an additional four or five trees along the northerly and southerly property lines. Commissioner Blair stated that she would like to see additional trees along the back of the property adjacent to the freeway. It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to approve the Landscape Plan for the Ynez Car Care Center (Conditional Use Permit No. 2) with the stipulation that twelve to fifteen additional fifteen gallon trees will be placed along the northerly, southerly, and rear property lines. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 5. Plot Plan No. 249, Amendment No. 2, Variance No. 13 Proposed Temecula Valley Auto Mall Marquee - A seventy-three (73) foot high sign with a three hundred-ten (310) square foot electronic message board. Located at 26631 Ynez Road, the rear portion of Toyota of Temecula. Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report. Mr. Fagan advised the Commission of a modification to Condition No. 9 of the Conditions of Approval as follows: All members of the Temecula Valley Auto Mall who choose to advertise on the electronic message board portion of the sigh shall submit an agreement with the City of Temecula which will be recorded with the County Recorder. The agreement shall stipulate that all members and future members will forego PCMIN06/07/93 -3- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 requesting any additional free standing freeway oriented signage as long as the Temecula Valley Auto Mall Marquee is erected. The addition of any future advertisers on the electronic message board of the Temecula Valley Auto Mall Marquee will cause the agreement to be amended. No additional advertisers will be permitted to be displayed upon the Marquee until the amended agreement is recorded. Commissioner Chiniaeff expressed concern regarding the height of the sign and questioned why the applicant was proposing a 75' high sign. Mr. Fagan explained that for the top portion of the sign, the hot air balloon, to be in proper proportion, it was necessary for the sign to be 75' in height. Chairman Fahey opened the public hearing at 6:50 P.M. Duane Contento, Ad Art Signs, Inc., 19603 Figuoroa Street, Los Angeles, explained the design concept of the sign. Steve Palmer, representing the Temecula Valley Auto Dealers Association, provided a summary of the proposal for the auto mall marquee. Dan Atwood, 26631 Ynez Road, Temecula, General Manager of Toyota of Temecula, expressed his support for the auto mall marquee. Phyllis Barton, 42031 Main Street, Temecula, questioned the use of Redevelopment funds for the sign and asked if funds were available for a similar sign advertising Old Town Temecula. Bonnie Corbin, 225 Avenue D, Redondo Beach, Old Town property owner, stated she is in support of anything that will assist the local business economy. Commissioner Blair questioned why the sign was designed with a reader board and stated she felt that a Cal Trans sign advertising the auto mall would be sufficient. Commissioner Blair also questioned the number of cities,having similar auto mall marquees, that funded the signs. Planning Director Gary Thornhill stated the concept is the individual dealerships would advertise on this one sign as opposed to having individual free-standing signs along the freeway. Commissioner Hoagland stated he feels the size of the sign will have a negative impact on the community and will be aesthetically unpleasing. Commissioner Chiniaeff stated he feels the auto mall marquee is warranted, however, he questioned the need for the 75' height and the longevity of the hot air balloon as a image for the City of Temecula. PCMIN06/07/93 -~- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 Chairman Fahey expressed concern that there is not sufficient evidence to grant a variance and the City may be setting a precedent by approving the sign. Commissioner Ford stated he is concerned about the height of the sign and suggested that the proposal be sent back to staff to investigate whether the Cal Trans sign could be moved and if the sign could be decreased in height and dimension. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 7:15 P.M. and recommend Denial of Negative Declaration for Plot Plan No. 249, Amendment No. 2; and Deny Resolution No. 93-(.next) recommending Approval of Plot Plan No. 249, Amendment No. 2, and Deny Resolution No. 93-(next) recommending Approval of Variance No. 13, based on the findings that the sign is too large and is aesthetically displeasing and will have a negative impact on the community because of its size, bulk and intensity. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Chiniaeff, Ford ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 6. Old Town Soecific Plan Proposal to adopt a Specific Plan adopting Land Use standards and design guidelines in and around the Old Town area. Senior Planner John Meyer and Associate Planner David Hogan presented the staff report. Mark Brodeur, owner and principal of Urban Design Studios, land use and design consultant, provided an overview of the Old Town Specific Plan process, highlighting the circulation element and the Shoot-Out Zone. Chairman Fahey opened the public hearing at 7:50 P.M. John Moramarco, P.O. Box 906, Temecula, expressed his support of the Old Town Specific Plan. Mr. Moramarco suggested that the proposed wood plank boardwalks are not the most practical and an alternative design should be considered. Bonnie Reed, 42050 Main Street, Temecula, owner of Country Cellar Antiques and member of the Old Town Steering Committee, expressed her support of the plan. PCMIN06/07/93 -5- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 Bonnie Corbin, 225 Avenue D, Redondo Beach, Old Town property owner (Mercedes and 3rd Street), expressed support of the Old Town Specific Plan. Ira Dixon, 2016 Gird Road, Fallbrook, Old Town property owner (Mercedes and Main Street) expressed support of the Old Town Specific Plan and asked that the Commissioner consider allowing automotive repairs as a permitted use in the "Tourist Retail Core". Donald Martin, 12132 Woodlawn Avenue, Santa Ana, Old Town property owner (Front Street and Felix Valdez) expressed his support of the Old Town Specific Plan. Charles March, Old Town property owner, (Main Street and Front Street) expressed his support of the Old Town Specific Plan. Jo Hansen, 42251 Sixth Street, Temecula, expressed support of the Old Town Specific Plan however, she expressed opposition to the extension of high density housing along Pujol. Ms. Hansen suggested that prior to approving more high density housing, the City should research the impacts with fire, police and emergency services. Bill Harker, 31130 North General Kearney Road, Temecula, representing the Temecula Town Association and a member of the Old Town Steering Committee, expressed the Association's support of the plan. Planner David Hogan advised the Commission that letters were received from Evelyn Zinn, Robert Dawes and Marion Raish, all Pujol Street property owners, requesting that their properties be excluded in the Old Town Specific Plan and as part of the historical district. Staff received a letter from Robert Lord asking that the Commission support the plan and that the plan be implemented as soon as possible. A letter was received from U.R.G.E. asking that the Old Town Specific Plan address the flood control problems of the Murrieta Creek. Commissioner Chiniaeff suggested that a resolution would be more appropriate in adopting the Financial Marketing Strategy. Planning Director Gary Thornhill concurred. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 8:15 P.M. approving the Negative Declaration and approving the Adoption of Resolution No. 93-11 recommending that the City Council approve the Old Town Specific Plan and amend the Official Zoning Map City Zoning Ordinance, and referring the implementation of the financial marketing strategy as an appendix so that it is not part of the Ordinance. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None PCMIN06/07/93 -6- 6113/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Planning Director Gary Thornhill thanked and recognized the following members of the Old Town Specific Plan Ad-Hoc Committee: Helga Berger Susan Bridges Carlene Danielsen Linda Fahey Christina Grina Bill Harker Larry Markham Former City Councilmember Peg Moore Laverne Parker Bonnie Reed Steve Sander The staff reports for Items No. 7, 8 and 9 were presented in consecutive order. Environmental Imoact Report No. 340 Environmental Impact Report for Specific Plan No. 263, a Specific Plan proposing a 1,375,000 square foot commercial core, 298,000 square feet of general retail, 810,000 square feet of office/industrial and possible multi-family residential uses on 201.3 acres. Located on the southeast corner of Winchester and Ynez Roads. Planner Steve Jiannino presented the staff report. Mr. Jiannino advised the Commission that after mitigation of the project specific impacts, significant impacts remain as to noise, climate and air quality, agriculture and circulation. Mr. Jiannino stated that on a cumulative basis, the two other specific plans proposed in the area and the ultimate build-out for the year 2000 on all three projects and other City projects will have a significant impact on 13 issues identified in the E.I.R. Change of Zone No. 93-0043, Plot Plan No. 243, Amd. No. 4, and Variance No. 9 Change of Zone from R-R (Rural Residential) to C-P-S (Scenic Highway Commercial), a 340,400 square foot commercial center (Wal-mart) and a Variance to reduce the number of loading zones from seven to two. Located on the southeast corner of Winchester and Ynez Roads. Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report. PCMIN06/07/93 -7- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7. 1993 9. Parcel MaD No. 27323, Amd. No. 4 Planner Steve Jiannino presented the staff report. Planning Director Gary Thornhill advised the Commission that subsequent to the staff reports being mailed out, staff met with the applicant with respect to assigning off-site improvements to the mitigation monitoring program. Director Thornhill suggested to the Chairman that the public hearing be opened to allow for public testimony and the item continued to a date specific to allow staff to resolve this issue. Commissioner Hoagland stated that he was very concerned about the staff analysis of the cumulative impacts. Commissioner Hoagland stated that the E.I.R. for the Regional Center Specific Plan is satisfactory regarding the significant impacts of this project, however, the staff report also refers to thirteen areas which cannot be mitigated. Douglas Wood, Douglas Wood & Associates, responsible for preparing the E.I.R. on the Regional Center, Winchester Hills and Campos Verdes, explained the cumulative significant impacts were obtained from the Campos Verdes Specific Plan which looked at impacts associated with all three urban core projects. Chairman Fahey opened the public hearing at 8:55 P.M. Douglas Wood, principal of Douglas Wood & Associates, the firm responsible for the preparation of the E.I.R. for the Regional Center, Winchester Hills and Campos Verdes, said that continuing the item will allow time to address the concerns expressed about the E.I.R. Greg Erickson, 43164 Corte Colanda, Temecula, representing Bedford Properties, asked for modification of the following conditions of approval: Plot Plan Condition 13/Parcel Map Condition 56 Ray Casey advised that a letter was received from the applicant's traffic engineer supporting deletion of this condition. Plot Plan Condition 12 (d), 100/Parcel Map Condition 64 - there is a memo to staff correcting all these. Plot Plan Condition 90/Parcel Map Condition 73 - request for deletion of this condition. Plot Plan Condition 89/Parcel Map 79 - request for deletion of this condition. Plot Plan 88, 89, 90 - request for deletion of these conditions. Commissioner (~hiniaeff asked that staff look at alternative trees for the parking lot. PCMINO6/07/93 -8- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that he would like to see more canopy type trees. Vince DiDonato of the Alhambra Group, 27412 Enterprise Circle West, representing the applicant as the landscape architect, advised the Commission that there was not a good selection of canopy trees suitable for Temecula's climate. Mr. DiDonato agreed to offer some alternatives to the tree scape. Commissioner Chiniaeff asked if the applicant is required to provide seven loading docks or parking for seven trucks and suggested that if the applicant is only required to provide parking for seven trucks, the variance could be deleted. Planning Director Gary Thornhill stated the seven truck parking spaces are sufficient and concurred with deletion of the variance. Commissioner Ford questioned the recommendation regarding the cross drive aisles. Bob Davis of Wilbur Smith Associates, 43103 Corte Colanta, Temecula, representing the applicant as the traffic engineer, advised the Commission that in terms of cross aisles, it was determined that introduction of a cross aisle would result in a lot of turning movements and vehicle vs. vehicle and vehicle vs. pedestrian movements. Planning Director Thornhill suggested that landscape islands could be spaced every five parking spaces. Commissioner Fahey expressed a concern that the parking lot needed to be shielded more and suggested that the landscape around the perimeter be enlarged. Barry Burnell of T & B Planning Consultants, 3242 Haloday Street, Santa Ana, representing the applicant, advised the Commission that there is currently 30' of landscaping proposed for the perimeter of the project. Commissioner Hoagland asked that staff address the impacts of the future transportation corridor along Winchester Road when the item is brought back to the Commission. Commissioner Blair requested that the Commission be provided a rendering of the Wal Mart building. It was the overall consensus of the Commission to have staff address their concerns regarding dividing the parking lot with the use of trees, landscape islands, etc.; and eliminate the request for variance. Additionally, Commissioner Blair asked that staff investigate the possibility of double striping the parking lot. Russell Rumansoff, architect for the applicant, reviewed the proposed construction materials. PCMIN06/O7/93 -9- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7, 1993 Commissioner Blair asked that staff monitor the use of quality products in the construction of this project. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to continue Items No. 7, 8 and 9 for two weeks to allow staff to address the concerns expressed by the Commission and continue the public hearing. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford, Hoagland, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Planning Director Gary Thornhill advised that he has had several property owners on the northeast end of Temecula request annexation into the City.. Director Thornhill asked if the Commission preferred to have the projects brought forward for full Commission review or appoint two Commissioners to serve on an ad-hoc committee. Commissioner Chiniaeff and Commissioner Hoagland volunteered. Planning Director Gary Thornhill advised the Commission that the Old Town Specific Plan has received the Inland Empire Design Institute Award of Distinction, Director Thornhill added that the design has also been submitted for an APA award. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS None OTHER BUSINESS None ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Ford, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to adjourn at 10:00 P.M. PCMIN06/07/93 -! O- 6/13/93 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 7. 1993 The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on June 21, 1993, 6:00 P.M. at Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman L'mda Fahey / ~ecretary ' PCMIN06/07/93 -11- 6/13/93