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Home My WebLink About050294 PC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, MAY 2, 1994 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was held on Monday May 2, 1994, 6:00 P.M. at Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Steve Ford called the meeting to order. PRESENT: 4 ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford COMMISSIONERS: Salyer Also present were Planning Director Gary Thornhill, Assistant City Attorney Mary Jo Shelton-Dutcher and Recording Secretary Gall Zigler. PUBLIC COMMENT None COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. ADDroval of Aaenda It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Blair to approve the agenda as mailed. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: I COMMISSIONERS: Director's Hearinq Update Report included as part of the agenda. Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford None Salyer NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEM PCMIN05/02/1994 Planning Application No. PA94-0035 Proposal by Ynez Car Care Center for a 40' high freeway sign and a 15' high monument sign on Ynez Road. Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the I 05/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 02, 1994 staff report. He advised the Commission the applicant has re-submitted their application for the 1 5' sign which is reduced to 12', a height staff feels is appropriate for the location. Planning Director Gary Thornhill said the applicant wanted to address the Commission. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Blair not to permit the applicant to speak on this item. The motion failed to carry as follows: AYES: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Hoagland NOES: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Ford ABSENT: I COMMISSIONERS: Salyer The applicant, Larry Gabele, provided the Commission with photographs of the proprosed sign location. He advised the Commission the only access to the property is shared jointly with Toyota of Temecula. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Blair to direct staff to re-write the resolution and the findings to the recommendation and bring this item back before the Commission. The motion carried as-follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Salyer Planning Commission Location Change Inform Commission of change in location of meetings to the Rancho California Water District Board Room beginning June 1, 1994 Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Hoagland to approve staff recommendation. PCMIN05/O2/1994 2 O5/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Salyer PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS e MAY 02, 1994 Chan~je of Zone No. 5570 Proposed change of zone request for three parcels from R-A-5 to R-3 and C-O. Located at the northeast corner of Ynez and Rancho Vista Road. Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report. He advised the Commission he has received one letter in support of staff's recommendation from Sandra Foreman. Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 6:30 P.M. Karel Lindemans, 42740 Las Violetas, Temecula, president of the County Community Homeowners Association, expressed his support of the staff recommendation for denial. Mr. Lindemans said Ynez and Rancho Vista Roads need to be widened and the property is not suitable for development. Judy Moramarco, 29761 Camino Del Sol, Temecula, expressed concern regarding the existing traffic congestion and problems on Rancho Vista Road. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 6:35 P.M. and Adopt Resolution No. 94-06 recommending denial of Change of Zone No. 5570 based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff report. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: I COMMISSIONERS: Salyer Public Use Permit No. 6, Amendment No. 5 Proposed church and day school located on the southeast corner of Calle Girasol and Tommy Lane. PCMIN05/02/1994 3 05/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 02. 1994 Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report. He advised the Commission of a change in the Conditions of Approval Items No. 68 and 69. Planner Fagan advised the Commission he received one letter opposing the proposed project from Dennis Fitz. Mr. Fitz's comments were with regard to the rural characteristics of the community and the lack of sufficient road and sewer improvements. Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 6:50 P.M. Larry Markham, Markham & Associates, 41750 Winchester Road, Temecula, representing the Church of Christ, advised the Commission the applicant concurs with the changes to the Conditions of Approval as proposed. Mr. Markham said the applicant is considering a trellised entry, similar to the Johnson and Johnson Real Estate office to replace the canopied entrance shown on the project rendering. Stacy Honn, 31290 Tommy Lane, Temecula, asked the Commission to deny the request. Mrs. Honn said the proposed project is located in a primarily rural- residential area and is not suited for a church. Roberta Mahoney, 31 280 Tommy Lane, Temecula, advised the Commission the area surrounding the project site is primarily equestrian. Ms. Mahoney expressed concern for the safety of children who live in the area because of the increase in traffic, etc. Dennis Fitz, 39910 Jeffrey Heights Road, Temecula, expressed his concerns regarding the increased traffic in the area of the proposed project. Steve Honn, 31290 Tommy Lane, Temecula, said he does not feel a church is suitable to the rural environment. Mr. Honn expressed concern the church would increase the noise and traffic in the area. Doug Keup, 41615 Chaparral, Temecula, an elder of the Church of Christ, talked about the history of the church and the proposed hours of operation. Larry Markham said the applicant can provide a detailed landscape plan to staff to address the concerns of the property owners on Tommy Lane. He told the Commission any permanent structures to the site would have to come before the Planning Commission. Commissioner Fahey said she did not support approving the project with Calle Medusa as the only access and the entry detail. She suggested the church members meet with the neighboring residences and discuss their concerns. Commissioner Hoagland said he feels the proposed project is incompatible with the surrounding uses. PCMIN05/02/1994 4 05/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 02, 1994 Commissioner Blair said she appreciates the work the church has done, however, she feels the use is incompatible. Chairman Ford said he is concerned the church has not contacted the surrounding neighbors and he is not satisfied with the timing of the improvements. Chairman Ford advised he received a statement from Commissioner Salyer stating he would like to see the landscape and irrigation plan and expressing concern about the modular design. Commissioner Salyer said in his letter he would not approve the proposed project. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland to deny the application based on the incompatibility of the project with the surrounding uses. The motion failed for lack of a second. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 7:30 P.M. and continue this item off-calendar to allow staff and the applicant to work on the issues raised by the neighboring residences (i.e. traffic, landscaping, infrastructure and road access). The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: I COMMISSIONERS: Salyer Commissioner Blair said she liked the reference to the trellised entry on the Johnson and Johnson Real Estate Office. 7. Planning Application No. PA94-0026, Revised Conditional Use Permit Proposal to revise previously adopted Conditions of Approval to expand hours of operation on Sundays and to allow the admittance of minors into the club. Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 7:40 P.M. Robert Jackson, The Planning Group, 205 W. Alvarado, Fallbrook, representing the applicant, concurred with the conditions in the staff report. Mr. Jackson advised the Commission the applicant employs six (6) full time security guards who are in attendance during all operating hours. PCMIN05/02/1994 5 05/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 02, 1994 Chuck Bell, 113 E. Bay Avenue, Newport Beach, representing the property owners, expressed his support of the applicant's request. Commissioner Hoagland asked staff to look at the wording of Condition No. 7 for clarification. It was moved by Commissioner Hoagland, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to close the public hearing at 7:45 P.M. and approve staff recommendation. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: I COMMISSIONERS: Salyer Chairman Ford declared a recess at 7:45 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 7:50 P.M. Planning Ar~olication No. PA93-0191, Skateboard Ordinance Recommendation to adopt an ordinance which would prohibit skateboarding, rollerblading and similar activities in designated areas of the City. Planner Craig Ruiz presented the staff report. Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 7:55 P.M. Commissioner Hoagland suggested prohibiting skateboarding during business hours. He said the word "prohibited" on the proposed sign should be in red and larger lettering. Chairman Ford suggested 9(c) "use of safety equipment" be deleted. Commissioner Blair agreed with deleting 9(c). It was moved by Commissioner Blair, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to approve staff recommendation, amending the signage and deleting Item No. 10.36.020 (C) on Page 9. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland, Ford NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None PCMINO5/0211994 6 05/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 02, 1994 ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Salyer 9. PA93-0157 AND PA94-0002 Request to approve a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction and operation of a transportation, administration and maintenance facility for the Temecula Valley Unified School District. The facility includes storage of school buses and maintenance vehicles, fuel and wash islands, bus repair bays, repair shops for maintenance operations and administrative offices. Located north of Winchester Road and west of the extension of Roripaugh Road. Associate Planner Saied Naaseh presented the staff report. Chairman Ford opened the public hearing at 8:25 P.M. Dave Gallaher, Director of Facilities Development, Temecula Valley Unified School District, 31350 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, provided the Commission with an overview of the project. Michelle Bedard, 39857 Knollridge Drive, Temecula, expressed her concern with the traffic on Winchester Road presently and the impacts the project will have on the already heavily traveled Winchester Road. Ms. Bedard said she uses Rustic Glen to get to her personal residence and a signal is needed at Rustic Glen and Winchester Road to help get the cars out onto Winchester Road safely. Bruce Weckesser, 27441 Bolandra Court, Temecula, said he feels the proposed use is incompatible with the area. Mr. Weckesser said he feels the bus facility is more compatible with an industrial location. Planning Director Gary Thornhill said an E.I.R. was completed on the project and staff feels all the issues have been addressed regarding this site and the proposed project. Douglas Wood, the environmental consultant for the school district, explained the noise and air quality testing. Chairman Ford questioned Condition No. 7, which talks about parking spaces for visitors and requested the condition stipulate "Visitor Only" and be designated on site as such. Chairman Ford also asked for clarification of Condition No. 11. Commissioner Fahey suggested the language in Condition No. 11 be amended to state "...29 buses operating on-site...". It was moved by Commissioner Blair, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to close the public hearing at 8:55 P.M. and Adopt Resolution No. 94-08 certifying the Environmental Impact Report (Planning Application No. 94-0002)for Planning PCMIN05/02/1994 7 05/11/94 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 02, !994 Application No. 93-0157; and Adopt Resolution No. 94-07 approving Planning Application No. 93-0157, based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff report and amend Condition No. 7 to designate "Visitor" parking spaces and amend Condition No. 11 to clarify "....29 buses shall be operating on-site ..... ". The motion carried as follows: AYES: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Hoagland NOES: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Ford ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Salyer Chairman Ford said he opposed the motion based on the number of buses and the location of the site. He said he is also concerned about the dam inundation study. PLANNING DIRECTOR REPORT Director Thornhill advised the Commission the first meeting in June will be held at the Rancho California Water District Board Room. Director Thornhill said the Old Town Local Review Board has been re-appointed. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION Chairman Ford advised he received a letter from staff to Mr. Bill Harker regarding the light standards at the Senior Center, which will be changed to comply with the Old Town standards at the time funds are availalbe and under the Capital Improvement Program funding of Public Works. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Ford declared the meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M. The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission will be held on May 23, 1994, 6:00 P.M. at Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. ~airman Steve Pord PCMIN05/0211994 8 05/11/94