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Regular Meeting Agenda Minutes
November 13, 2023
5:30 P.M.
Council Chamber
22 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA
BAO PHAM
Chair, Ward 1 Representative
JENNIFER OLIVA
ViceChair,
Ward 6 Representative
CHRISTOPHER LEO
Citywide Representative
MANUEL J. ESCAMILLA
Ward 2 Representative
CARL BENNINGER
Ward 4 Representative
ISURI S. RAMOS
Ward 3 Representative
ALAN WOO
Ward 5 Representative
Minh Thai
Executive Director
Jose Montoya
Legal Counsel
Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Planning Manager
Nuvia Ocampo
Recording Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,
contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable
the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting
documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Bao Pham, Chair
Manuel Escamilla
Christopher Leo
Carl Benninger
Jennifer Oliva
Isuri S. Ramos
Alan Woo
Executive Director Minh Thai
Asst. City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
Minutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. and
Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.
Minutes:
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
c.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802
between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the property
located at 2800 North Main Street.
Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report for
Development Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place
Shoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, and
Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10
days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic Meeting
Information page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendation
on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, Specific
Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for final
determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023
and notices were mailed on said date.
1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner
Escamilla to Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.
(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitness
complex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of the
CEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questions
about increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents in
the surrounding area.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Public Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago Creek
Flood Risk Management Project.
Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM in
the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
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Commission but will be made part of the record.
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11/13/2023
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesNovember 13, 20235:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChair,Ward 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose Montoya Legal Counsel Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPPlanning Manager Nuvia OcampoRecording Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,
contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable
the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting
documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Bao Pham, Chair
Manuel Escamilla
Christopher Leo
Carl Benninger
Jennifer Oliva
Isuri S. Ramos
Alan Woo
Executive Director Minh Thai
Asst. City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
Minutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. and
Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.
Minutes:
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
c.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802
between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the property
located at 2800 North Main Street.
Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report for
Development Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place
Shoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, and
Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10
days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic Meeting
Information page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendation
on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, Specific
Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for final
determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023
and notices were mailed on said date.
1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner
Escamilla to Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.
(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitness
complex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of the
CEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questions
about increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents in
the surrounding area.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Public Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago Creek
Flood Risk Management Project.
Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM in
the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Nuvia Ocampo, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza
– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record.
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11/13/2023
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesNovember 13, 20235:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChair,Ward 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose Montoya Legal Counsel Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPPlanning Manager Nuvia OcampoRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Bao Pham, ChairManuel EscamillaChristopher LeoCarl BenningerJennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAsst. City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. andCommissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.Minutes: Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passb.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
c.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802
between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the property
located at 2800 North Main Street.
Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report for
Development Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place
Shoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, and
Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10
days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic Meeting
Information page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendation
on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, Specific
Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for final
determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023
and notices were mailed on said date.
1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner
Escamilla to Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.
(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitness
complex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of the
CEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questions
about increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents in
the surrounding area.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Public Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago Creek
Flood Risk Management Project.
Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM in
the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
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Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
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To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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Submit a written comment
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Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Nuvia Ocampo, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza
– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record.
3 Planning Commission
11/13/2023
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesNovember 13, 20235:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChair,Ward 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose Montoya Legal Counsel Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPPlanning Manager Nuvia OcampoRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Bao Pham, ChairManuel EscamillaChristopher LeoCarl BenningerJennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAsst. City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. andCommissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.Minutes: Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passb.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passc.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the propertylocated at 2800 North Main Street. Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report forDevelopment Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main PlaceShoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, andPublic Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic MeetingInformation page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendationon Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, SpecificDevelopments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for finaldetermination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023and notices were mailed on said date. 1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representingTarget Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATED
WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing
(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of Public
Convenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beer
and wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner
Escamilla to Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.
(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitness
complex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of the
CEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questions
about increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents in
the surrounding area.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Public Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago Creek
Flood Risk Management Project.
Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM in
the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Nuvia Ocampo, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza
– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record.
4 Planning Commission
11/13/2023
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesNovember 13, 20235:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChair,Ward 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose Montoya Legal Counsel Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPPlanning Manager Nuvia OcampoRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Bao Pham, ChairManuel EscamillaChristopher LeoCarl BenningerJennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAsst. City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. andCommissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.Minutes: Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passb.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passc.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the propertylocated at 2800 North Main Street. Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report forDevelopment Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main PlaceShoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, andPublic Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic MeetingInformation page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendationon Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, SpecificDevelopments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for finaldetermination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023and notices were mailed on said date. 1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representingTarget Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of theCEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of theCEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by CommissionerEscamilla to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.
(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitness
complex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of the
CEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questions
about increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents in
the surrounding area.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher Leo
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Public Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago Creek
Flood Risk Management Project.
Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM in
the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Nuvia Ocampo, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza
– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record.
5 Planning Commission
11/13/2023
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesNovember 13, 20235:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChair,Ward 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose Montoya Legal Counsel Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPPlanning Manager Nuvia OcampoRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Bao Pham, ChairManuel EscamillaChristopher LeoCarl BenningerJennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAsst. City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. andCommissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.Minutes: Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passb.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passc.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the propertylocated at 2800 North Main Street. Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report forDevelopment Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main PlaceShoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, andPublic Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic MeetingInformation page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendationon Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, SpecificDevelopments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for finaldetermination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023and notices were mailed on said date. 1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representingTarget Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of theCEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of theCEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by CommissionerEscamilla to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (PropertyOwner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitnesscomplex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa AnaMunicipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of theCEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, asconditioned.Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questionsabout increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents inthe surrounding area. Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSPublic Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago CreekFlood Risk Management Project. Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.COMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had comments for staff. ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM in
the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
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Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesNovember 13, 20235:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChair,Ward 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose Montoya Legal Counsel Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPPlanning Manager Nuvia OcampoRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Bao Pham, ChairManuel EscamillaChristopher LeoCarl BenningerJennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAsst. City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:33 p.m. with Chair Pham arriving at 5:35 p.m. andCommissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:37 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (non agenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from October 23, 2023.Minutes: Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Ramos toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passb.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Passc.Receive and File Annual Monitoring Report for Development Agreement No. 201802between the City of Santa Ana and Main Place Shoppingtown, LLC for the propertylocated at 2800 North Main Street. Recommended Action: Receive and file the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report forDevelopment Agreement No. 201802 between the City of Santa Ana and Main PlaceShoppingtown, LLC for the property located at 2800 North Main Street.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review, andPublic Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed within 10days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic MeetingInformation page for more information). The Planning Commission recommendationon Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development Agreements, SpecificDevelopments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City Council for finaldetermination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on November 1, 2023and notices were mailed on said date. 1.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 201214 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3300 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE PLANNED SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representingTarget Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 201214 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of theCEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass2.MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 200522 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 1441 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET LOCATEDWITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Beth Aboulafia with Hinman and Carmichael, LLP. representing(Target Corporation (Applicant and Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of modification to ConditionalUse Permit (CUP) No. 200522 and approval to make a determination of PublicConvenience or Necessity (PCN) to allow the sale of distilled spirits, in addition to beerand wine, for offpremises consumption through the operation of a Type21 AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) license.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301 of theCEQA guidelines. A Notice of Exemption will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Continue Item to date uncertain, pursuant to request by the applicant.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by CommissionerEscamilla to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202319 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 2100 WEST ALTON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 4 (SD4) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Jorge Lopez with National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.(Applicant) on behalf of Edward O. Breuing III with BDC Santa Ana, LLC (PropertyOwner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP)No. 202319 to demolish an existing YMCA facility and establish a new outdoor fitnesscomplex/community service center that will serve INSAND. Pursuant to the Santa AnaMunicipal Code (SAMC) and SD4, the facility requires approval of CUP.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15302 of theCEQA guidelines. Notice of Exemption No. 202262 will be filed for this project. Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202319, asconditioned.Minutes: Resident, Scott Cunningham, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, Alex Martinez, Spoke in favor of this project and raised questionsabout increased traffic and the negative impact on parking for the residents inthe surrounding area. Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Christopher LeoStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSPublic Works Agency presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago CreekFlood Risk Management Project. Minutes: City Engineer, Rudy Rosas, gave a presented to the Commission.COMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had comments for staff. ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on November 27, 2023 at 5:30 PM inthe Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.APPEAL INFORMATIONThe formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tendayappeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the dayfollowing the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision orrequirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, orgroup. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the requiredfiling fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of theCommission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observedholiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the nextday City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government CodeSec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a publichearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (orsomeone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received bythe Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.MEETING INFORMATIONIf you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.1. Connecting directly from your computer:Click on the link on top of this agenda ORGo to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The MeetingID is listed at the top of this agenda.To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being isdiscussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us knowyou wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.2. Connecting via the Zoom App:Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, yourname, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being isdiscussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Nuvia Ocampo, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza
– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record.
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