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HomeMy WebLinkAbout110498 PC Minutes " ,. ., . . MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION NOVEMBER 4, 1998 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Planning Commission convened in an adjourned regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Wednesday, November 4, 1998, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Guerriero, Naggar*, Webster, and Chairwoman Slaven. Absent: Commissioner Soltysiak Also Present: Planning Manager Ubnoske, Deputy Director of Public Works Parks, Planning Manager Ubnoske, Attorney Curley, Senior Planner Fagan, Assistant Planner Anders, Project Planner DeGange, Project Planner Thornsley, and Minute Clerk Hansen. .Commissioner Naggar left the meeting at 6:42 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. Approval of Agenda MOTION: Commissioner Naggar moved to approve the agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commissioner Soltysiak who was absent. ., . . 2. Request to Revise Marie Callender's Landscape Plan By way of overheads, Assistant Planner Anders presented the staff report, advising that the applicant is requesting to remove 13 trees, to reduce the size of some shrubs from five (5) gallon to one (1) gallon, and replace the groundcover along Rancho Califomia and Ynez Roads; clarified that the approved landscape plan provided 34% of the landscaped area, and the revised plan would not change the percentage; and noted that staff is bringing this matter to the Commission for review and direction due to the significance of the change. Mr. Ken Miskam, the applicant, clarified the rationale for the landscaping revision, specifically, that the overabundance of landscaping would: a) block the view corridor of the pond, encompassing the visual line from Rancho Califomia Road, as approaching Ynez Road, and b) cover the enhanced building articulation; further clarified that originally the project was developed and planned with the criteria directed from the City to not block the view corridor, advising that the City's revised landscape plan, however, has added 13 24" boxed trees producing an effect that blocks this view corridor; noted that due to the prominent location of this project, the developer has vastly invested in articulating the building, adding such features as rock articulation and other enhancements, which will be hidden by City's revised landscape plan; reiterated that the request with regard to shrubs is to reduce the size and spacing, and would not modify the number of shrubs installed; commented that the project is 9% over the mean of landscaping for this type of project. Deputy Director of Public Works Parks clarified, for Commissioner Webster, as to the ultimate road improvements on Ynez Road, advising that the existing trees adjacent to the Marie Callender's project will not be removed, although the trees along the parcel at the east side of Ynez Road will be removed during road widening improvements, but will be replaced with smaller trees, and the area of discussion will be relandscaped; and advised, for Commissioner Guerriero, that due to the size, the planned median on Ynez Road would be mainly rock. Commissioner Webster initially commented with respect to the revisions, as follows: approval of the groundcover change from sod to hydroseed; as to shrub size, recommended maintaining the five (5) gallon size shrubs; as to the trees, approved removal of all 13 trees with the exception of one, a Sycamore tree, denoted second from the right top corner on the landscape legend (per agenda material). Commissioner Guerriero expressed his initial comments as follows: he approved the change in shrub size, and the replacement of sod with hydroseed. However, with respect to the trees, Mr. Guerriero approved only removing 2 or 3 trees, and then relocating them at the rear of the building to buffer the effect of the Embassy Suites building. The applicant advised, for Commissioner Guerriero, that only 3 of the 11 trees between this project and the Embassy Suites building were requested to be removed from the plan, and this was due to the fact that within a year the trees would have to be removed due to growth. Commissioner Webster clarified that although each circle on the landscape legend represented a tree, it didn't represent the actual size of the tree, and advised that the site is overplanted. Chairwoman Slaven requested that Assistant Planner Anders provide the species-type of each tree, in order for the Commission to take into consideration the spread size of the trees, facilitating a more precise review and direction. 2 . . Ms. Anders advised that she would review and obtain this specific information, regarding each tree. At this time, Chairwoman Slaven recommended proceeding with the next agenda items, and coming back to Agenda Item NO.2 when Ms. Anders had obtained further specific clarification. (See below.) 3. Director's Hearing Update Planning Manager Ubnoske noted, for Commissioner Guerriero, that staff was aware of his concerns regarding the Cox Communication Tower, and the gas station on Rancho California Road; and advised that staff was investigating both matters. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. Plannina Application No. PA95-o079 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 282571 Request to subdivide 2.85 acres into four (4) residential parcels. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission continue the matter to December 2, 1998. MOTION: Commissioner Naggar moved to continue the matter to the December 2, 1998, Planning Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commissioner Soltysiak who was absent. At this time the meeting continued back to Agenda Item NO.2. 2. Request to Revise Marie Callender's Landscape Plan (continued from page 3) Assistant Planner Anders presented the specifications of the tree types. For Chairwoman Slaven, the applicant addressed shrub size, noting the project would maintain the planned 257 one (1) gallon Lily of the Nile shrubs, the 189 five (5) gallon Texas Privet shrubs, the 108 five (5) gallon Vareigated Tobira shrubs, and others; clarified the request for revision was, as follows: 84 of the 144 five (5) gallon India Hawthorn shrubs, be reduced to one (1) gallon size; the 41 five (5) gallon Heavenly Bamboo shrubs, be reduced to one (1) gallon size. Chairwoman Slaven advised that while addressing the concems of the applicant, the location of the landscaping would be taken into consideration. Commissioner Naggar left the meeting at this time due to illness. (6:42 P.M.) After lengthy discussion it was the consensus of the Commission to direct the revision, as follows: that the groundcover would be changed from sod to hydroseed that the shrub size revisions would be reduced from five (5) gallon to one (1) gallon 3 . . that the tree landscape plan be modified, as follows: (-in order of discussion) -1 st tree (A/eppo Pine) at the right upper comer of the landscape legend, be removed .2nd tree (Eucalyptus) the next marked tree on the legend, moving toward Rancho Califomia Road, not be removed .3rd tree (Sycamore) the following marked tree on the legend, moving toward Rancho California Road, be removed due to the 36" boxed Atlas Cedar tree located in that area -4th tree (Magnolia) be removed due to the location -5th and 6th trees (2 Purple Plums) be removed, and relocated on the back street (entry road) in place of the Podocarpus trees. .7th tree (Bottle Tree) located beneath the Magnolia tree, on the corner alcove, be removed .8th, 9th and 10th trees (London Plane Tree) on the left side of the legend, be removed, leaving 3 remaining London Plane Trees in that area -11th, 12th, and 13th trees (1 A/eppo Pine, and 2 Purple Plums) on the bottom of the legend, in the alcove, remove the A/eppo Pine and relocate the Purple Plums in the parking lot area, for additional color The applicant was agreeable to the Commission's recommendations. 3. Director's Hearing Update This Agenda Item was heard out of order, see page 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. Plannina Application No. PA95-0079 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 282571 This Agenda Item was heard out of order, see page 3. 5. Planning Application No. PA98-o318 (General Plan Amendment and Zone Changel Request to change the General Plan Land Use and Zoning designations of two parcels from HighwaylTourist Commercial (HTC), Medium Density Residential (M), and Low Medium Density Residential (LM) to Community Commercial (Ce). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission approve the request. 4 . . Project Planner DeGange presented the staff report (of record), noting that the applicant is requesting a zone change to Community Commercial (CC) creating a 19-acre commercially zoned parcel; clarified that the current zoning is HighwaylTourist Commercial (HTC), Medium Density Residential (M), and Low Medium Density Residential (LM); advised that after evaluation, staff would recommend the approval of the request due to the proposed zoning facilitating a more viable commercial project rather than an isolated fragmented development; and noted, for Commissioner Webster, that page 2 of the Environmental Checklist (per agenda material) will be modified to not reflect Land Use Planning, Noise, and Water as having a "Potentially Significant Impact." Mr. Harold Carter, 33552 Corte Bonilla, requested clarification on the difference between HighwaylTourist Commercial (HTC) and Community Commercial (CC); and noted his primary concern was the potential of additional generation of traffic due to the zone change. Further elaborating on Mr. Carter's request, Planning Manager Ubnoske clarified that the zoning change to Community Commercial (CC) would permit less intense commercial uses than what would be presently permitted on the front portion of the property specifying that the permitted uses are similar in nature, but fewer are permitted in Community Commercial (CC); and noted that any project proposed on this parcel would come back to the Planning Commission for review and public input. Mr. James Harris, 33305 Corte Yaca, representing the California Tradewinds Homeowner's Association, expressed opposition to the zoning change due to the following concerns: the close proximity of school bus stops and neighboring homes, traffic, lighting, and the view lots overlooking Corona Ranch which would be negatively affected with lower property values and standards of living by a commercial site. Mr. Jim Beaver, 43384 Via Angeles, opposed any zone change which would increase commercial uses in this area above what is currently permitted. Five petitions (totaling 87 signatures) were submitted in opposition to the zone change, and staff received two phone calls, both opposing the rezoning of the Corona Ranch. Commissioner Webster, echoed by Commissioner Guerriero, viewed the proposal as an enhancement of the use, and the surrounding property; and invited concerned public members to visit the Planning Department to view the City's Development Code and Design Guidelines. Chairwoman Slaven viewed the change to Community Commercial (CC) as a positive change due to the parcel not being segmented. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to close the public hearing; adopt the Negative Declaration for Planning Application Nos. PA98-0318 and PA98-0449; adopt Resolution No. 98-038 recommending approval of Planning Application Nos. PA98-0318 and PA98-0449 based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the Staff Report; and approve Planning Application No.'s PA98- 131'8 and PA98-0449. 5 . . RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP NORTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 79 (SOUTH) AND BUTTERFIELD STAGE ROAD AND KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NOS. 952-150-001 AND 952-150-003 (PLANNING APPLICATION NOS. PA98-o318 AND PA98-o449) The motion was seconded by Commissioner Webster and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commissioners Soltysiak and Naggar who were absent. 6. PlanninQ Application No. PA98-o302 (Development Planl Requestto construct a 13,112 square foot industrial (tilt-up concrete) building on a .86 acre lot. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission approve the request. By way of overheads, Project Planner Thornsley presented the staff report (per agenda material), noting that 29% of the site has been landscaped, which includes screening the parking area; commended the architect and the applicant for working diligently with the City, addressin9 staffs concems due to the site being a comer lot; clarified, for Commissioner Webster, that in accordance with the Sign Ordinance, this project will require with a sign program; and noted on the renderings, for Chairwoman Slaven, the location of the roll-up doors, and the brick (maroon) color band across the top of the building. Deputy Director of Public Works Parks clarified Condition No. 50 (of record), for Commissioner Webster, regarding road improvements as follows: that on Diaz Road, the improvements will encompass a sidewalk; on Rancho Way, a sidewalk; and further clarified that Section d. of Condition No. 50 will require the installation of a raised landscape on Diaz Road as part of the General Plan for future installment; and noted, in regard to the future bridge project, possibly at Rancho Way, that this development's effect on the proposed bridge wouldn't be taken into consideration due to the project being so long range into the future. For Commissioner Guerriero, Deputy Director of Public Works Parks noted that staff would examine traffic on Diaz Road for future road improvements. Mr. Richard Alvarez, representing the applicant, clarified, for Commissioner Webster, that the elevations have been raised to comply with flood mitigation; and noted, for the Commission, other projects in the area they have developed. Commissioner Webster commended the applicant on the variety of trees used in the landscaping. 6 . . MOTION: Commissioner Webster moved to close the public hearing; adopt the Ne9ative Declaration for Planning Application No. PA98-0302; adopt the Mitigation Monitoring Program for Planning Application No. PA98-0302; and adopt Resolution No. 98-039 approving Planning Application No. PA98-0302 based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the Staff Report and subject to the conditions of Approval. RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-039 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA98-o302 (DEVELOPMENT PLAN) FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A 13,112 SQUARE FOOT INDUSTRIAL (TILT-UP CONCRETE) BUILDING ON A .86 ACRE LOT; LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF RANCHO WAY AND DIAZ ROAD, KNOWN AS PARCEL 1 OF PM 13487 AND ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 921-040-018. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Guerriero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commissioners Soltysiak and Naggar who were absent. 7. PlanninQ Application No. PA98-o354 (Development Planl Request to construct a 15,950 square foot industrial (tilt-up concrete) building on a one- acre lot. (noted as 16,840 square foot in the resolution) RECOMMENDATION It is recommended by the Planning Department that the Planning Commission approve the request. By way of renderings, Project Planner Thornsley presented the staff report (of record) highlighting the architecture, location of the loading facilities, parking and landscaping. Planning Manager Ubnoske noted that the Environmental Factors checklist (per agenda material) will be modified to not reflect "water" as having a "Potentially Significant Impact." Mr. Scott Buckles, representing Dekkon Development, Inc., representing the applicant, was available for questions. Chairwoman Slaven commended the applicant on the architecture of the project, specifically the difference in the heights of the building, breaking up the massing. For Commissioner Guerriero, Planning Manager Ubnoske noted that the Fire Department thoroughly reviews the hazardous material use. MOTION: Commissioner Guerriero moved to close the public hearing; adopt the Negative Declaration for Planning Application No. PA98-0354; adopt the Mitigation Monitoring Program for Planning Application No. PA98-0354; and adopt Resolution No. 98-040 approving Planning Application No. PA98-0354 based upon the Analysis and Findings contained in the Staff Report and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval. 7 . i .. . . RESOLUTION NO. PC 98-040 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. PA98-o354 (DEVELOPMENT PLAN) FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A 16,840 SQUARE FOOT INDUSTRIAL (TILT -UP CONCRETE) BUILDING ON A ONE ACRE LOT; LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WINCHESTER ROAD EAST OF CALLA EMPLEADO AND WEST OF DIAZ ROAD, KNOWN AS PARCEL 91 OF PM 21383 AND ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 909-310-019. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Webster and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Commissioners Soltysiak and Naggar who were absent. PLANNING MANAGER'S REPORT A. Planning Manager Ubnoske noted, for the Commission, that the City Manager is retiring, and that his last day will be December 24, 1998, advising that she would keep the Commission updated on any changes that occur. B. Ms. Ubnoske questioned whether each Commissioner received the New Development Code. C. For Chairwoman Slaven, Ms. Ubnoske noted that the (orange color) tower at Bostik will be covered by a structure matching the color of the building. COMMISSIONER REPORTS A. For combatibility purposes, Commissioner Webster, regarding the building at Bostik, recommended that the buildings be a darker color. B. Planning Manager Ubnoske noted, for Commissioner Guerriero, that identification badges would be provided for the Planning Commission. ADJOURNMENT At 7:54 P.M. Chairwoman Slaven formally adjourned this meeting to Wednesdav. November 18, 1998, at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. dh117J.( u~~ Debbie Ubnoske, Planning Manager 8