HomeMy WebLinkAboutPacket 3.11.24Planning Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
March 11, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Council Chamber
22 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA
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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
Assistant City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 26, 2024.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
NO PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS.
*End of Business Calendar*
WORK STUDY SESSION
1.Proposed Zoning Code Amendments Addressing Electrified Security Fences.
*End of Work Study Session Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
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
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ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
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you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
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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
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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 4:00 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.
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting AgendaMarch 11, 20245:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA Members of the public may attend this meeting inperson or join via Zoom.Join from your computer: https://zoom.us/j/84983107449Join from your mobile phone via Zoom App. Meeting ID: 84983107449Dial in from a mobile phone or landline.(669) 900 6833; Meeting ID: 84983107449*For viewing only: www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos. Please note: There is up to a 30second delay when viewing the meeting via YouTube. If you plan to provide a public commentduring the meeting, please join the meeting via Zoom.For detailed participation and commenting options, please review the instructionsprovided at the end of this agenda.
To download or view each item, select either Download PDF or View Item Details to
the right of the agenda title.
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
Assistant City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 26, 2024.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
NO PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS.
*End of Business Calendar*
WORK STUDY SESSION
1.Proposed Zoning Code Amendments Addressing Electrified Security Fences.
*End of Work Study Session Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
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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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 4:00 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.
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting AgendaMarch 11, 20245:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA Members of the public may attend this meeting inperson or join via Zoom.Join from your computer: https://zoom.us/j/84983107449Join from your mobile phone via Zoom App. Meeting ID: 84983107449Dial in from a mobile phone or landline.(669) 900 6833; Meeting ID: 84983107449*For viewing only: www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos. Please note: There is up to a 30second delay when viewing the meeting via YouTube. If you plan to provide a public commentduring the meeting, please join the meeting via Zoom.For detailed participation and commenting options, please review the instructionsprovided at the end of this agenda.To download or view each item, select either Download PDF or View Item Details tothe right of the agenda title. BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChairWard 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose MontoyaLegal 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
Assistant City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 26, 2024.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
NO PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS.
*End of Business Calendar*
WORK STUDY SESSION
1.Proposed Zoning Code Amendments Addressing Electrified Security Fences.
*End of Work Study Session Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
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 4:00 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.
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting AgendaMarch 11, 20245:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA Members of the public may attend this meeting inperson or join via Zoom.Join from your computer: https://zoom.us/j/84983107449Join from your mobile phone via Zoom App. Meeting ID: 84983107449Dial in from a mobile phone or landline.(669) 900 6833; Meeting ID: 84983107449*For viewing only: www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos. Please note: There is up to a 30second delay when viewing the meeting via YouTube. If you plan to provide a public commentduring the meeting, please join the meeting via Zoom.For detailed participation and commenting options, please review the instructionsprovided at the end of this agenda.To download or view each item, select either Download PDF or View Item Details tothe right of the agenda title. BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChairWard 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose MontoyaLegal 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 Benninger Jennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose Montoya Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 26, 2024.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARNO PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS.
*End of Business Calendar*
WORK STUDY SESSION
1.Proposed Zoning Code Amendments Addressing Electrified Security Fences.
*End of Work Study Session Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
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 4:00 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.
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting AgendaMarch 11, 20245:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA Members of the public may attend this meeting inperson or join via Zoom.Join from your computer: https://zoom.us/j/84983107449Join from your mobile phone via Zoom App. Meeting ID: 84983107449Dial in from a mobile phone or landline.(669) 900 6833; Meeting ID: 84983107449*For viewing only: www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos. Please note: There is up to a 30second delay when viewing the meeting via YouTube. If you plan to provide a public commentduring the meeting, please join the meeting via Zoom.For detailed participation and commenting options, please review the instructionsprovided at the end of this agenda.To download or view each item, select either Download PDF or View Item Details tothe right of the agenda title. BAO PHAMChair, Ward 1 RepresentativeJENNIFER OLIVAViceChairWard 6 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSWard 3 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeMinh ThaiExecutive DirectorJose MontoyaLegal 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 Benninger Jennifer OlivaIsuri S. RamosAlan Woo Executive Director Minh ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose Montoya Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 26, 2024.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARNO PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS.*End of Business Calendar*WORK STUDY SESSION1.Proposed Zoning Code Amendments Addressing Electrified Security Fences.*End of Work Study Session Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSCOMMISSIONER COMMENTSADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.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, 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 4:00 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.
Planning Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda Minutes
February 26, 2024
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
Assistant City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
Minutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve
Consent Calendar items.
YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024,
and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNED
SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar
(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for
onpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,
Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023
112, will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 as
conditioned.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)
representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.
202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to Arterial
Commercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast food
eating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and after
hours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents are
available to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,
California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonalds
drivethroughrestaurant/.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice of
Intent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required
20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City of
Santa Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have a
significant effect on the environment with implementation of recommended
mitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website at
https://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.
Recommended Actions:
1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving
Amendment Application No. 202401;
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as
conditioned to allow drive through window service; and
3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 as
conditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentially
zoned and used property.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant answered questions from staff.
Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.
Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom
Applicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend that
the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.
YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 1 – Isuri Ramos
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt a
resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drive
through window service.
YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Motion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal of
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation.
YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Following the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawal
of Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action on
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary.
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: None
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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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– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 4:00 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.
1 Planning Commission
2/26/2024
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesFebruary 26, 20245:30 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 MontoyaLegal 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
Assistant City Attorney Jose Montoya
Planning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Recording Secretary Nuvia Ocampo
ROLL CALL
Minutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve
Consent Calendar items.
YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024,
and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNED
SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar
(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for
onpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,
Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023
112, will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 as
conditioned.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)
representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.
202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to Arterial
Commercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast food
eating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and after
hours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents are
available to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,
California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonalds
drivethroughrestaurant/.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice of
Intent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required
20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City of
Santa Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have a
significant effect on the environment with implementation of recommended
mitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website at
https://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.
Recommended Actions:
1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving
Amendment Application No. 202401;
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as
conditioned to allow drive through window service; and
3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 as
conditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentially
zoned and used property.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant answered questions from staff.
Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.
Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom
Applicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend that
the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.
YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 1 – Isuri Ramos
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt a
resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drive
through window service.
YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Motion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal of
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation.
YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Following the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawal
of Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action on
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary.
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: None
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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
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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 4:00 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.
2 Planning Commission
2/26/2024
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesFebruary 26, 20245:30 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 MontoyaLegal 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 ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to ApproveConsent Calendar items.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024,
and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNED
SHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar
(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for
onpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,
Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023
112, will be filed for this project.
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 as
conditioned.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)
representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.
202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to Arterial
Commercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast food
eating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and after
hours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents are
available to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,
California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonalds
drivethroughrestaurant/.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice of
Intent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required
20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City of
Santa Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have a
significant effect on the environment with implementation of recommended
mitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website at
https://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.
Recommended Actions:
1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving
Amendment Application No. 202401;
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as
conditioned to allow drive through window service; and
3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 as
conditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentially
zoned and used property.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant answered questions from staff.
Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.
Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom
Applicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend that
the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.
YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 1 – Isuri Ramos
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt a
resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drive
through window service.
YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Motion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal of
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation.
YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Following the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawal
of Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action on
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary.
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: None
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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
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– M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments is 4:00 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
2/26/2024
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesFebruary 26, 20245:30 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 MontoyaLegal 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 ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to ApproveConsent Calendar items.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024, and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNEDSHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional UsePermit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits foronpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department ofAlcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023112, will be filed for this project.Recommended Action:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 asconditioned.Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.Commission had questions for Applicant.Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)
representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (Property
Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.
202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to Arterial
Commercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast food
eating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and after
hours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents are
available to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,
California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonalds
drivethroughrestaurant/.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice of
Intent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required
20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City of
Santa Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have a
significant effect on the environment with implementation of recommended
mitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website at
https://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.
Recommended Actions:
1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving
Amendment Application No. 202401;
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as
conditioned to allow drive through window service; and
3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 as
conditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentially
zoned and used property.
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff
Commission had questions for Applicant.
Applicant answered questions from staff.
Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.
Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom
Applicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend that
the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.
YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 1 – Isuri Ramos
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt a
resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drive
through window service.
YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Motion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal of
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation.
YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Following the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawal
of Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action on
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary.
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: None
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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 4:00 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
2/26/2024
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesFebruary 26, 20245:30 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 MontoyaLegal 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 ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to ApproveConsent Calendar items.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024, and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNEDSHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional UsePermit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits foronpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department ofAlcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023112, will be filed for this project.Recommended Action:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 asconditioned.Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.Commission had questions for Applicant.Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUELOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONINGDISTRICT. Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (PropertyOwner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to ArterialCommercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast foodeating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and afterhours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents areavailable to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonaldsdrivethroughrestaurant/.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the CaliforniaEnvironmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated NegativeDeclaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice ofIntent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City ofSanta Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have asignificant effect on the environment with implementation of recommendedmitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website athttps://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.Recommended Actions:1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approvingAmendment Application No. 202401; 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 asconditioned to allow drive through window service; and3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 asconditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentiallyzoned and used property.Minutes: Commission had questions for staffCommission had questions for Applicant.Applicant answered questions from staff.Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project. Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.
Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.
Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.
Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom.
Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom
Applicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend that
the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.
YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 1 – Isuri Ramos
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt a
resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drive
through window service.
YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Motion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal of
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation.
YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher Leo
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
Following the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawal
of Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action on
Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary.
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: None
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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 4:00 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
2/26/2024
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesFebruary 26, 20245:30 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 MontoyaLegal 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 ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to ApproveConsent Calendar items.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024, and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNEDSHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional UsePermit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits foronpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department ofAlcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023112, will be filed for this project.Recommended Action:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 asconditioned.Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.Commission had questions for Applicant.Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUELOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONINGDISTRICT. Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (PropertyOwner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to ArterialCommercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast foodeating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and afterhours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents areavailable to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonaldsdrivethroughrestaurant/.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the CaliforniaEnvironmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated NegativeDeclaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice ofIntent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City ofSanta Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have asignificant effect on the environment with implementation of recommendedmitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website athttps://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.Recommended Actions:1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approvingAmendment Application No. 202401; 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 asconditioned to allow drive through window service; and3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 asconditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentiallyzoned and used property.Minutes: Commission had questions for staffCommission had questions for Applicant.Applicant answered questions from staff.Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project. Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project. Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom. Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via ZoomApplicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend thatthe City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 1 – Isuri RamosABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – PassMoved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt aresolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drivethrough window service. YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – PassMotion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal ofConditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – PassFollowing the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawalof Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action onConditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary. *End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSMinutes: NoneCOMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had questions for staff.ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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 MinutesFebruary 26, 20245:30 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 MontoyaLegal 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 ThaiAssistant City Attorney Jose MontoyaPlanning Manager Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPRecording Secretary Nuvia OcampoROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:40 p.m.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTS (nonagenda items)CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from February 12, 2024b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to ApproveConsent Calendar items.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – 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 February 14, 2024, and notices were mailed on February 16, 2024. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202315 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATEDAT 3420 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PLANNEDSHOPPING CENTER (C4) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Daniel & Marco Andrade with Paloma Negra Fusion Bar(Applicants) on behalf of BSG McArthur Sunflower Center, LLC (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicants are requesting approval of Conditional UsePermit (CUP) No. 202315 to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits foronpremises consumption, through a Type 47 license from the Department ofAlcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), at a new eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) guidelines, this project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class I,Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines. A Categorical Exemption, ER No. 2023112, will be filed for this project.Recommended Action:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202315 asconditioned.Minutes: Commission had questions for staff.Commission had questions for Applicant.Applicant, Ernesto Martinez, answered questions from the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202401, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.202402, AND AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202401 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 & 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUELOCATED WITHIN THE GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) ZONINGDISTRICT. Project Applicant: Donald Ellis with Stream Realty Partners (Applicant)representing SRP Stater Bros, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (PropertyOwner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202401 and CUP No. 202402, and Amendment Application No.202401, to allow a zone change from General Agricultural (A1) to ArterialCommercial (C5), and allow for the construction of a 3,975squarefoot fast foodeating establishment (McDonald’s) with drivethrough window service and afterhours operations (24hour drivethrough). The site plan and related documents areavailable to the public for review at City Hall at 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana,California 92701 and on the City’s website at https://www.santaana.org/mcdonaldsdrivethroughrestaurant/.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the requirements of the CaliforniaEnvironmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study and Mitigated NegativeDeclaration (IS/MND) has been prepared for the project. The IS/MND’s Notice ofIntent (NOI) was posted to the County Clerk on January 12, 2024, for the required20day public comment period, which ended on February 1, 2024. The City ofSanta Ana has determined, based on the IS/MND, that the project will not have asignificant effect on the environment with implementation of recommendedmitigation measures. The IS/MND is available to the public for review at City Hall at20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California 92701 and on the City’s website athttps://www.santaana.org/documents/publicreviewdraftismnd/.Recommended Actions:1. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approvingAmendment Application No. 202401; 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 asconditioned to allow drive through window service; and3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 asconditioned to allow afterhours operations within 150 feet of residentiallyzoned and used property.Minutes: Commission had questions for staffCommission had questions for Applicant.Applicant answered questions from staff.Resident, Dave Denni, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Mike Tarter, spoke in opposition of this this project.Resident, Winston Covington, spoke in opposition of this project. Resident, Roger Shortall, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Dale Helvig, spoke in opposition of this project.Resident, Mario Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, Saul Maldonado, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, Susana Gutierrez, spoke in favor of this project. Resident, Angelica Melendez, spoke in favor of this project.Resident, J Aguilera, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Miguel DeDios, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Vannessa, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Olivia Longoria, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Debbie Fredeckrisson, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, Mary Falcon, spoke in opposition of this project via Zoom.Resident, spoke in favor of this project via Zoom. Resident, Kane, spoke in opposition of this project via ZoomApplicant withdrew application for Conditional Use Permit No. 202402.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to recommend thatthe City Council adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202401.YES: 4 – Alan Woo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 1 – Isuri RamosABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 4 – 1 – 0 – 2 – PassMoved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Adopt aresolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202401 as conditioned to allow drivethrough window service. YES: 3 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – PassMotion to reopen the public hearing to allow the applicant to request withdrawal ofConditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. YES: 5 – Alan Woo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger, Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Bao Pham, Christopher LeoStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – PassFollowing the reopening of the public hearing, the applicant verbally requested withdrawalof Conditional Use Permit No. 202402 for afterhours operation. No further action onConditional Use Permit No. 202402 was therefore necessary. *End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSMinutes: NoneCOMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had questions for staff.ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 8:44 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 knowyou 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 4:00 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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