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Home My WebLink About091895 PC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18, 1995 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was called to order on Monday, September 18, 1995, 6:00 P.M., at the Rancho California Water District's Board Room, 42135 Winchester Road, Temecula, California. Chairman Steve Ford called the meeting to order. PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Ford, Slaven, Miller, Fahey ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None Also present were Community Development Director Gary Thornhill, Planning Manager Debbie Ubnoske, Attorney Greg Diaz, Senior Planner John Meyer, Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan, Principle Engineer Steve Cresswell. Chairman Ford called for public comments on items not listed on the Agenda. PUBLIC COMMENTS None given. COMMISSION BUSINESS Chairman Ford requested that item//4 on the Agenda be moved and discussed after Item #10. 1. Approval of Agenda It was moved by Commissioner Fahey and seconded by Commissioner Slaven to approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: Director's Hearinq Undate None given. Webster, Ford, Slaven, Miller, Fahey None None P:\WIMBERVG\O91895.PC 12/1/95 klb "1 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18, 1995 Attorney Discussion of Beer and Wine License Approval Process City Attorney Diaz clarified the process and steps to be taken for the approval for beer and wine licenses in the City. He also stated that the Commission is not the official authority. The final authority would be the City Council and is subject to appeal of a Planning Commission ruling. The Commission is required to approve or disapprove the license on the basis of character of the premises, manner of conducting business, ratio to population and convenience to the public. Approval of Beer and Wine License for Shakespeare's Pub Lee Cowell, 25444 Blackhorn Drive, Murrieta, spoke as owner of Shakespeare's Pub to be located on Jefferson Road and requested approval for the beer and wine license. It was beer and wine license for Shakespeares. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: moved by Commissioner Fahey and seconded by Commissioner Slaven to approve the Webster, Ford, Slaven, Miller, Fahey None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 6. Approval of Beer and Wine License for Chevron Chairman Ford stepped down on this Item //6 and Item//7 due to possible conflicts of interests. Commissioner Fahey presiding. Chris Smith, 12625 High Bluff Drive, S.D., Landgrant Inc., spoke for the applicant in requesting consideration of application approval, based on a designation of public convenience. Noushad Hyder, 17890 Castleton Street, City of Industry, representing the applicant, spoke in favor of application approval. It was moved by Commissioner Miller and seconded by Commissioner Webster to approve the beer and wine license for Chevron. P:\WIMBERVG\091895.PC 12/1/95 klb 2 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18, 1995 The motion carried as follows: AYES: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Slaven, Miller NOES: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Ford 7. Approval of Beer and Wine License for Ralphs It was moved by Commissioner Slaven and seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the beer and wine license for Ralphs. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Slaven, Ford, Miller, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Ford 8. Approval of Beer and Wine License for Sunshine Market Jim O'Rourk, 41403 Calle Calavo, the applicant, requested consideration of approval for the beer and wine license application. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey and seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the beer and wine license for Sunshine Market based on public convenience. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Slaven, Ford, Miller, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None P:\WIMBERVG\091895.PC 1/29/96 klb Approval of the Conceptual Grading Plan for the Westside Specific Plan Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report and detailed the plan modifications as per previous commission requests. 3 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18, 1995 Commissioner Ford expressed concern on the large amount of grading proposed in Area B and Area C. Commissioner Fahey expressed concern regarding the possibility of landslides on Pujol Street. Engineer Cresswell explained that the fill dirt would be engineered and compacted which would protect the hill from sliding. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey and seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the conceptual grading plan for the Westside Specific Plan. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Slaven, Ford, Miller, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Chairman Ford called for a recess to a Closed Session at 7:28 P.M. The purpose of the Closed Session is to conference with legal counsel regarding the existing litigation of Old Vail Partners v. County of Riverside and City of Temecula, Case No. 253-598. The regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was reconvened at 8:00 P.M. 10. Planning Application No. PA94-0128 (Conditional Use Permit) Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan presented the staff report by highlighting modifications on the site plan as recommended and requested by the Planning Commission. Staff recommends approval. Commissioner Miller recommended additional landscaping to be added to the rear of the building in order to hide the trash bins. Commissioner Ford asked if it were possible to add landscaping to further articulate the building. Commissioner Webster asked if there was an agreement on Condition #66B. The applicant responded that there are still questions on what "fair share" on improving Rancho California Road meant financially. P:\WIMBERVG\091895.PC 12/1/95 klb 4 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18. 1995 Commissioner Ford stated the site has only 10 parking spaces, while 12 were recommended. The applicant responded that 10 spaces were required as per the Conditions of Approval. Chairman Ford opened the Public Hearing at 8:15 P.M. Ray Benbowali, representing Unocal, stated all modifications requested by the Commission had been adhered to and he would like to request the Commission consider approval on the beer and wine license at the same time. Stephan Jamieson, 426 Culver BIvd, Attorney for Unocal stated he was available to answer any questions directed to the project. James Kawamura, 3347 Michelson Drive, Consultant for Unocal, stated he was available to answer questions in regard to traffic issues. Michael Brewer, 44113 Northgate Ave, spoke in favor of the mini mart proposed at the Unocal Station. Barry Hammond, 3 Hutton Centre, representing Unocal, spoke regarding the policy concerns on dedication and the "fair share" mitigation requests on improvements and would be available for questions. Stephan Jamieson, Attorney for Unocal, requested the beer and wine license and the Conditional Use Permit be considered together. Commissioner Ford stated that the hours for selling beer and wine had been discussed previously to be earlier than 1:00 p.m. Stephan Jamieson responded that the hours of sale would comply with the Commission's request. April D. Smith, 3 Hutton Centre Dr., representative for the landscape architect, stated the minimum tree box size is 24" and landscaping would be expanded to the ultimate right-of-way by providing 20% additional planting. Chairman Ford closed the Public Hearing at 8:45 P.M. Commissioner Webster expressed concern for the architectural treatment on the rear elevation design and recommends it be gabled to match the front of the building. Commissioner Slaven expressed the following: The block wall enclosure is not appropriate and she recommended slump stone or sand stone and not stucco. This is to be directed by staff. P:\WIMBERVG\091895.PC 1/29/96 klb 5 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18, 1995 * She is not in favor of the bright glow tube on the building front. * She recommended the roof color be variegated and not a solid color. Commissioner Fahey stated the following: * She is in support of staff addressing the design of the rear of the building. Commissioner Ford stated the following: * He recommended employees park in the rear leaving spaces for customers. * He supports addressing the design for the rear of the building. * He is concerned with the roof color. * He does not recommend the glow tube on the building front. Ray Benbowali, explained the glow tube is the corporate image of Unocal and is needed for this purpose on the front of the building. Commissioner Ford called for a straw vote on the issue of the glow tube. Commissioner Miller: OK Commissioner Slaven: NO Commissioner Fahey: Recommended small band of color and not lit Commissioner Webster: OK Commissioner Ford: Against the illumination of the band Commissioner Fahey suggested that since three of the Commission members felt the band was inappropriate as proposed, staff could work with the applicant and allow other signage to include the corporate identification. Commissioner Ford called for a straw vote on the architectural treatment of the trash enclosure: Commissioner Miller: Commissioner Slaven: Commissioner Fahey: Commissioner Webster: Commissioner Ford: Slump stone should be used Slump stone Only condition is that it match the building Agree to modify the rear architectural treatment Slump stone Commissioner Webster spoke in favor of variegated tile as the roof tile color. recommendation received consensus of the Commission. This P:\WIMBERVG\091895.PC 1/29/96 klb 6 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18. 1995 Commission reached consensus on designating parking spaces for employees in the rear leaving front spaces for customers. Commissioner Ford requested clarification that if the beer and wine license was approved what are the alternate hours of sales. Applicant responded they would agree to 10:00 P.M. as the last hour for sales of beer and wine. Applicant expressed a continued concern on Condition #66B in regard to "fair share" mitigation, because of the unknown cost involved. City Attorney Diaz responded that the applicant has a right to request modification to conditions. Commissioner Ford requested that staff work with the applicant and Condition #6613 will remain as written. Chairman Ford closed the Public Hearing at 9:25 P.M. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey and seconded by Commissioner Slaven to approve the Conditional Use Permit, Planning Application PA94-01 28. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Slaven, Ford, Miller, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None It was moved by Commissioner Slaven and seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the beer and wine license for Unocal. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Webster, Slaven, Ford, Miller, Fahey NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 11. Development Code Senior Planner John Meyer presented the staff report. General Plan issue #17 on GPA land use request for property between 1-15/Ynez Rd. Winchester Hills Specific Plan. Applicant is requesting 120 acres land use change from Business Park to Service Commercial, should be removed from Specific Plan overlay. Recommend new overlay designation with stipulation should developer wish to pursue something other than a P:\WIMBERVG\091895,PC 1/29/96 klb 7 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18. 1995 retail center that the specific plan would still have to be enacted and this would give city control over review of the property to make sure it is developed in either situation it is developed in a comprehensive fashion. Commissioner Miller requested clarification of what can be built without the Specific Plan if the change is adopted. Senior Planner Meyer stated the property owner would like to put in some type of retail center, we would for the next meeting further develop what type of overlay this is going to be to better define the type of commercial center he is proposing. Commissioner Miller stated he thought Senior Planner Meyer said there was a certain type that would not require a specific plan? Senior Planner Meyer stated yes, if the applicant were to receive the Service Commercial designation there could be a number of uses that would be permitted by right that the City's concern might not be appropriate in that location, such as strip centers. Commissioner Fahey - So there is no designation other than Specific Plan at this time? Senior Planner Meyer I think the applicant would request that a commercial designation be placed at this time and Service Commercial seems most appropriate. Stephen Bieri, 417 Carmel Street, San Marcos - spoke in support of change from BP as C. Area across freeway and adjoining is zoned SC we believe there is ample reason for consistency there. SP will still be required for everything east of Jackson, for the time being remaining residential. The area we are requesting the SP requirements not be put over is on area in red. Wants to attract good retail users because property has freeway frontage. All Commissioners support change. City Attorney Diaz reported that no action was taken in the Closed Session of the Planning Commission. Second item. Senior Planner Meyer - General Plan Amendment on 79S. Old Vail Partner's have requested to have the land use changed from 79S from PO to Highway Tourist Commercial for this property. Staff believes Professional Office with Specific Plan overlay remain the designation for property and recommend no change. Chairman Ford stated the applicant is not here but correspondence will be read into the record and no vote will be taken tonight. P:\WIMBERVG\091895.PC 12/1/95 klb 8 TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 18. 1995 Harold EIIkan representing Old Vail Partners, 5230 Carrol Canyon Road, San Diego. Requesting SC zoning is consistent with the prior CPS zone. Feels SC zoning, which is different than the staff report shows, allows feed lot and market which is presently on the property whereas the commercial CC does not. Therefore, requests the commission to vote in favor of CS zoning for two parcels. Zoning should include both parcels. Commissioner Fahey requested clarification, with the Specific Plan overlay the applicant has the opportunity to have mixed use on property by submitting a plan to the City? Senior Planner Meyer stated, yes the applicant does have opportunity to submit a specific plan for evaluation and brought to Planning Commission and City Council and there is language in the Specific Plan text that allows mixed uses. Commissioner Fahey, no changes necessary. All commissioners concur. Chairman Ford stated the designation Specific Plan allows what the applicant is after for commercial use, mixed use. Direct staff to write correspondence to applicant on finding. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT Planning Manager Debbie Ubnoske reported the Workshop on Annexation scheduled for September 19, 1995, at City Hall had been cancelled and would be rescheduled in October. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION None given. The next meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission is scheduled for October 2, 1995 6:00 P.M. at Rancho California Water District's Board Room, 42135 Winchester Road, Temecula, California. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Slaven to adjourn the mee/~n t 10:05 P.M. ~,.~'~'~ ~//'~,Z.¢::~ ).."2'~:__. airm~an S~teve Ford Secretary P:\WIMBERVO\091895.PC 12/1/95 kib 9