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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/27/2000ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION November 27, 2000 J CALLED TO ORDER City Hall Council Chambers 22 Civic Center Plaza 5:45 p.m. ATTENDANCE: Glenn Mondo, Chairman Alexander Nalle, Vice Chairman Molly Doughty Lynnette Verino Don Cribb ABSENT: Jose Solorio Robert Richardson STAFF PRESENT: Cynthia Nelson, Deputy City Manager Kenneth Adams, Planning Manage Gary Sheatz, Chief Assistant City Attorney Joyce Amerson, Public Works Agency Mike McCoy, Police Department Jeffry Rice, Principal Planner Joseph Edwards, Principal Planner Sharon McCain Johnson, Commission Secretary CONSENT CALENDAR A. Approval of the Minutes from the regular meeting of November 13, 2000. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes from the meeting of November 13, 2000. B. Recording Secretarv Report The November 9, 2000 Agenda was posted at the City Hall Council Chambers on October 6, 2000 at i:30 p.m. C. NEIGHBORHOOD PROJECT REVIEW NO.00-04 Filed by Mr. Guillermo Zavala to allow the construction of asingle-family residence with detached garage located at 915 North Lacy Street in Specific Development 19 zoning district. RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution approving Neighborhood Project Review No. 00-04. **** END OF CONSENT CALENDAR*** Motion to approve Consent Calendar. MOTION: Nalle SECONDED: AYES: Mondo, Nalle, Doughty, Verino, and Cribb NOES: None ABSENT: Sea~}r ~" `" and Richardson ABSTENTION: None J Doughty 1 WORK STUDY SESSION D. Discussion of Commercial Vehicle Ordinance. Chairman Mondo indicated that he requested an additional discussion concerning the commercial vehicle ordinance because he believed the action taken at the previous meeting allowing commercial vehicles to park in side yards, if not visible from the street may cause problems in the future. Specifically, the areas of concern were the definition ' of side yard, visible from the street, what would define screened; and screening materials. Commissioner Verino indicated that she was in favor of the vehicles not being visible from the street; however, she emphasized that she was supportive of property owners parking their vehicles on side yards, if available, rather than parking in the front yards or on the street. The following members from the public offered comments: Mr. Ray Gawronski, local resident, commented that the code prohibited the storage of vehicles for any length of time and he requested clarification concerning the ordinances. Ms. Julie Stroud, local resident, commented that she would like to discuss how the vehicles would enter into the back yards. Mr. Michael Rudolph, local resident, inquired as to the problems of vehicles under 10,000 being parked out of view. Mr. Ben Kauffman, Chief City Attorney, expressed concerns regarding the enforcement of vehicles not visible from the street; acceptable screening materials; and potential impacts on neighbors. ' Chairman Mondo indicated that he would be requesting a reconsideration of the action taken at the previous meeting to address concerns related to the ordinance. E. Recess. The afternoon session recessed at 5:35 p.m. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA NOVEMBER 27, 2000 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA ROLL CALL 6:00 p.m. ' PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG PROCEDURAL RULES PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Chairman Mondo informed the Commission that he was requesting a reconsideration of the action taken on the commercial vehicle ordinance because of his belief there were some technical issues that the Commission had not taken into account and he felt the action may not have reflected what the Commission wanted to accomplish. Motion to reconsider the action taken concerning the commercia! vehicle ordinance (Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 00-1 i and Ordinance Amendment Na. 00-03). MOTION: Mondo SECOND: Nalle ' AYES: Mondo, Nalle, Doughty, Verino, and Cribb NOES: None ABSENT: Solorio and Richardson ABSTENTION: None • ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO.00-11 AND ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 00-03 Chairman Mondo expressed opinion that the issues of concern were the size of the vehicles to be permitted in side yards (over or under 10,000 pounds); how "side yard" was defined; how one would decide what was appropriately screened; and how one would define appropriate screening materials. He believed the addition to the original ordinance made by the Planning Commission on November 13, 2000, "visible from the street" caused potential problems and he would like to delete that addition to the ordinance. Motion to modify Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 00-11 removing visible from the street (Sec 41-60T (h)). MOTION: Mondo SECOND: Doughty ' AYES: Mondo, Doughty, and Cribb NOES: Nalle and Verino ABSENT: Solorio and Richardson ABSTENTION: None 2. VARIANCE NO. 00-15 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 00-26. AND SITE PLAN REVIEW NO.00-03 3 Filed by Pacific Hospitality Group to allow the construction of a Doubletree Hotel; reduction in the required landscape setbacks; and allow a Type 47 Alcohol Beverage Control License located at 2 Imperial Promenade. (Continued by the Planning Commission from November 13, 2000 to November 27, 2000) PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: November 3, 2000 and November 17, 2000 ' PUBLICLY NOTICED: November 16, 2000 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approve and certify the Negative Declaration for Environmental Review 00-151. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 00-15 as conditioned. c/ 3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 00-26 as conditioned.[i 4. Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 00-03. / Mr. Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner, presented the staff report and provided an overview of the proposed hotel. Commissioner Cribb inquired as to the type of tree being proposed on the street and asked if the current trees would remain at the existing site. Mr. Fregoso indicated that the ficus trees would be removed and replaced. Chairman Mondo inquired regarding Planning Division, condition number 3 as it related to the stone or stone like material and asked what the applicant planned to incorporate in the exterior finish of the hotel and he inquired regarding condition number 8(r) referencing ' an office tower instead of a hotel. Mr. Fregoso indicated that staff had not been informed of the chosen stone material and that condition number 8(r) was a mitigation measure of the originally approved Environmental Impact Report and could not be modified, however, the Commission could add a new condition of approval clarifying a hotel rather than an office tower. Ms. Vicki Uehli, Community Development Agency, provided an overview of the Owner Participation Agreement for the hotel. Commissioner Cribb offered comments regarding the proposal and provided comments as to his perspective concerning the floor plans; his preferred use of stone rather than stone like materials in construction; and the hotels possibilities for marketing and sales. Mr. George Medak, representing Doubletree, expressed his appreciation to staff and introduced members of his team that worked on the project. Ms. Andrea Cohen, representing Doubletree, presented an overview of the proposed design, material, and floor plans of the hotel. Mr. John Savage, President of Pacific Hospitality, provided comments in support of the proposed project. ' Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing at 6:47 p.m. There were no comments. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 6:48 p.m. Motion to 1) approve and certify the Negative Declaration for Environmental Review No. 00-151; 2) adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 00-15 with modifications to the conditions of approval requiring a study considering the impacts of dewatering for the hotel and prohibiting construction prior to 8:00 a.m. 4 on Saturdays; 3) adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 00-26 with modifications to the conditions of approval requiring a study considering the impacts of dewaterfng for the hotel and prohibiting construction prior to 8:00 a.m. on Saturdays; and 4) adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 00-03. 3. MOTION: Nalle AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTION: SECOND: Mondo Mondo, Nalle, Doughty, Verino, and Cribb None Solorio and Richardson None G Filed by Ms. Pamela Sapetto to amend the General Plan designation from Professional and Administrative Office (PAO) to General Commercial (GC), to change the zoning district from Professional (P) to Community Commercial (C1) in order to establish a lodge at an existing structure with a reduction in parking requirements located at 1421 East Seventeenth Street. (Continued by the Planning Commission November 13, 2000 to November 27, 2000) PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER LEGALLY NOTICED: RECOMMENDATION: Recommend that the City Council: November 3, 2000 October 29, 2000 Deny General Plan Amendment No. 00-06. 2. Deny Amendment Application No. 00-13. 3. Adopt a resolution denying Variance No. 00-23 as conditioned. 4. Adopt a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No. 00-10 as conditioned. Several Commissioners asked if the parking issues had been resolved during the two week continuance. Mr. Tom Conrad, indicated that there were 46 parking spots available and referenced a letter from the adjacent property owner. Ms. Pamela Sappetto, representing the applicant, indicated that at its last meeting, the Planning Commission requested the applicant meet with the neighborhood and the applicant met with Mr. Winston Covington and provided him an overview of the project. Chairman Mondo stated that the public hearing had been opened and closed at the previous meeting, however, he would allow additional public comments and he re-opened the public hearing at 6:55 p.m. Mr. Winston Covington, President of Portola Park Neighborhood Association, stated that he did have a late conversation with the representatives for the applicant; that he was opposed to the project; requested the Planning Commission deny the request; and he referenced several letters from residents in opposition to the project. He further commented that the Moose was a good applicant, however, he didn't believe the location was suited for the use and that everyone he spoke to located on 18`h Street was opposed to the project due to the potential impacts. The following public members spoke in opposition to the project and expressed concern regarding traffic, lighting, and the potential impacts to the area if the lodge was allowed: Harve Tasch Donna Lear Several Commissioners commented that the property was zoned Professional and asked staff if the site could be used as a restaurant. Mr. Kenneth Adams, Planning Manager, stated that a restaurant would be permitted by right. Mr. Tom Conrad, informed the Commission that the applicant had spent a great deal of time and money improving the building to comply with current code standards. Mr. Larry Thrasher, representing the applicant, spoke in support of the project and stated that he would be willing to work with the neighbors and people of the community. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Chairman Mondo commented that he understood the neighborhood concerns; that he was concerned about the parking issues; that the letter agreement could be pulled at any time; and that the neighborhood may want to look into permit parking for the area. He further indicated that if the Commission approved the proposal That he would like to condition the project to have a 60 day review of the conditional use permit, and if necessary, place additional conditions of approval to minimize impacts to the adjacent neighborhoods. After further discussion, the Commission agreed to continue the proposal and requested staff educate the neighborhood concerning the proposed project and establish conditions of approval for the use; and requested the applicant put together a plan on how operations would be conducted at the lodge. Motion to continue General Plan Amendment No. 00-06, Amendment Application No. 00-13, Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23, and Variance No. 00-10 for 60 days (January 22, 2000). MOTION: Doughty Motion withdrawn. MOTION: Mondo Motion to continue General Plan Amendment No. 00-06, Amendment Application No. 00-13, Conditional Use Permit No. 00-23, and Variance No. 00-10 to December 1 i, 2000. SECOND: Cribb SECOND: Nalle AYES: Mondo, Nalle, Doughty, Verino, and Cribb NOES: None ABSENT: Solorio and Richardson ABSTENTION: None n 4. VARIANCE NO.00-14 Filed by WF Construction, Inc. to allow a reduction in setback requirements in order to construct an industrial building located at 1038 East Fourth Street in the Heavy industrial (M2) zoning district. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: November 17, 2000 PUBLICLY NOTICED: November 16, 2000 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approve and certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration for Environmental Review No. 00-138. 6 2. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 00-14 as conditioned. Ms. Ann Ni, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation; and requested modifications to the conditions of approval . Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing at 7:43 p.m. Mr. Ron Busante, representing WF Construction, spoke in support of the project and stated that he had no objections to the conditions of approval. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. Motion to: 1) approve and certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration for Environmental Review No. 00-138; and 2) adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 00-14 with modifications to the conditions of approval number 13 (a) and (b) removing the words east. MOTION: Verino SECOND: Cribb 5. AYES: Mondo, Doughty, Verino, and Cribb NOES: None ABSENT: Solorio and Richardson ABSTENTION: Nalle GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.00-01 Filed by the City of Santa Ana to update the Housing Element of the General Plan. November 17, 2000 November 16, 2000 6 PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: PUBLICLY NOTICED: RECOMMENDATION: Recommend that the City Council: 1. Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 00-01. 2. Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 00-01. Ms. Maya DeRosa, Senior Planner, presented the staff recommendation and discussed the issues concerning the REHNA Appeal. Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing at 7:55 p.m. Mr. Jaime Vega, local resident, stated that he was in support of Housing Element and commented that he was interested in more affordable housing in the City. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 8:00 p.m. Motion to recommend that the City Council: 1) approve the Negative Declaration for Environmental Review No. 00-19; and 2) adopt a resolution approving Genera! Plan Amendment No. 00-01. MOTION: Cribb SECOND: Doughty AYES: Mondo, Nalle, Doughty, Verino, and Cribb NOES: None ABSENT: Solorio and Richardson ABSTENTION: None Comments from the Deputy City Manager. 7 There were no comments. 7. Comments from the Planning Manager and staff. There were no comments. 8. Comments from the Assistant City Attorney. Mr. Gary Sheatz, Assistant City Attorney, informed the Commission that he had accepted a position with the City of Orange; and expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Commission. 9. Comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Cribb • Requested a study session concerning stone versus similar stone materials and commented that he was interested in approving the best product for proposed projects. Commissioner Nalle • Inquired as to the status of the 17 acre site on North Main. Staff informed the Commission that they would be meeting with Opus to discuss possible site plans. • Inquired as to the status of Civic Center area improvements. Mr. Jeffry Rice indicated that a consulting firm had been obtained to prepare a master plan for the area and the process would take approximately 18 months. Commissioner Cribb requested that the Commission be provided an opportunity to participate in the planning process. Commissioner Doughty • Informed staff and the Commission that she had counted 24 shopping carts along 17`" Street, Ross Street, and Civic Center Plaza and requested staff and the Commission to call for the removal of the carts when then noticed them along the streets. 10. Excuse of absences. Commissioner Cribb moved to excuse the absence of Commissioners Solorio and Richardson. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Nalle and unanimously passed. 11. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. S aron McCain Johnson Secretary to the Planning Commission 8