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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/24/2001ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 CALLED TO ORDER 6:08 P.M. ' City Hall Ross Annex First Floor Conference Room 1600 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California ATTENDANCE COMMISSIONERS Present: Glenn Mondo, Chairman Alexander Nalle, Vice Chairman Don Cribb Molly Doughty (6:14 p.m.) Christopher Leo Robert Richardson COMMISSIONERS Absent: Lynnette Verino, Pro Tem STAFF PRESENT Cynthia J. Nelson, Deputy City Manager Christopher Norman, Assistant City Attorney Charles View, Planning Manager Jeffry Rice, Principal Planner Joyce Amerson, Public Works Mike McCoy, Police Department Yolanda Pena, Police Department ' Rosa Barela, Acting Recording Secretary CONSENT CALENDAR Motion to approve staff recommendafions on the following Consent Calendar items. MOTION: Nalle SECOND: Leo AYES: Cribb, Leo, Mondo, Nalle (4) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Doughty, Verino (2) ABSTENTION: Richardson (1) A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes from the regular meeting of September 10, 2001. B. RECORDING SECRETARY REPORT RECOMMENDATION: Instruct the Commission Secretary to enter into the minutes. The September 10, 2001 Agenda was posted at the City Hall Council Chambers on September 7, 2001 at 10:38 a.m. * * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * * BUSINESS CALENDAR C. PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution approving amendments to the bylaws for the Santa Ana Planning Commission. ' Christopher Norman, Assistant City Attorney, reviewed the bylaws and recommended modifications. Motion to adopt a resolution approving amendments to the bylaws for the Santa Ana Planning Commission with modificafion to the language on Section 6.e. to clarify it fs not mandated to go in that order. MOTION: Nalle SECOND: Mondo AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Verino (1) ABSTENTION: None (0) WORK STUDY SESSION D. DISCUSSION OF DENSITY BONUS ORDINANCE Joseph Edwards, Principal Planner, noted the City Council approved an update of the housing element to submit to HCD for review and noted that state law requires the City to adopt a density bonus ordinance. The implementation plan in the element stated this ' would be accomplished by the end of the year. Lucy Linnaus, Assistant Planner, provided a presentation and background information on the density bonus program. Discussion ensued on affordable housing, financing and monitoring of programs. E. DEVELOPMENT PROJECT UPDATE Bill Apple, Associate Planner, provided an update on projects in Project Area III which include: Euclid Pacifica for the construction of four single family homes; Fix Auto Repair proposal to build an auto repair facility; Brookhollow proposal to divide the office park into 24 separate parcels; Leed Warner proposal to add industrial building to existing site; Latter Days Saints Religious Study proposal to build a parking lot; Kitchen Shin Japanese Restaurant's request for ABC License; Expiritu Guest Home proposal to build a care home facility for the elderly; Extended Stay America which will be brought to Council at the next meeting; Walgreens which is currently under construction; EI Pollo Loco Restaurant at PacifiCenter which is under construction; Los Amigos Restaurant's request for ABC License; Gallade Chemical Warehouse proposal to add to existing industrial building; Regent West Restaurant proposal to convert to restaurant; Pickens CNG Fueling Station proposal for a a{ternative fuel site for fleet vehicles; S&J Transportation request for warehouse addition; Moose Lodge's site improvements which are complete and a certificate of occupancy was issued; Burke Development in final stages of completion; Willowick Golf Course's proposed improvements; and the Orange County Federal Credit Union at the PacifiCenter noting they have hired new architects and engineers for the project. F. ADJOURN TO CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS. 22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA The afternoon session recessed at 7:07 p. m. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PROCEDURAL RULES PUBLIC HEARINGS ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 00-04 7:15 P.M. Filed by the City of Santa Ana to modify procedural provisions of the subdivision ordinance authorizing the City Engineer to approve Final Maps and clarifying public hearing approval bodies. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: September 14, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: Continue to October 8, 2001. Motion fo continue Ordinance Amendment No. 00-04 to October 8, 2001. J MOTION: Nalle SECOND: Leo AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Verino (1) ABSTENTION: None (0) 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 01-26 (Public hearing held and closed on Augusf 23, 2001; public hearing re-opened and closed on September 10, 2001. Continued from September 10 to September 24, 2001.) Filed by Orange County Worship Center to allow the Orange County Christian Academy to operate a K-6 grade elementary school located at 1440 East Santa Clara. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: August 17, 2001 PUBLICLY NOTICED: August 15, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 01-26 as conditioned Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner, noted that due to the tie vote at the last meeting, the ' applicant had chosen the option to come back to the Commission for reconsideration. The Applicant proposed three changes to their plans: 1) reduce the number of students from 300 to 198; 2) eliminate the playground from the parking lot; and 3) agreed to periodic meetings with the Portola Neighborhood Association. Staff reviewed the new proposal and recommended approval subject to added conditions. Mr. Rice noted deletion of Condition No. A.2. as the playground has been moved to the grass area from the parking lot. Commissioner Cribb inquired if a traffic study has been conducted. Mr. Fregoso noted that Condition No. B.1. requires that a traffic study be conducted within one month of approval. Ms. Joyce Amerson noted there is not a current study and anticipates PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 3 SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 conducting one in the next couple of months. Commissioner Cribb noted concern for traffic impacts on Santa Clara. Commissioner Richardson requested in addition to Condition No. A.5. to establish a working group so the school operation may be reviewed annually by the Planning Commission. Chairman Mondo re-opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. and noted a petition signed by 28 residents from Harlan Ronksley. Pastor Albert Vaters, Applicant, noted amendments submitted; added they would close off Wright Street entrance to school; and noted they would be happy to meet with the neighbors adding they wish to be good neighbors. Harlan Ronksley, resident, noted petition with 28 signatures of neighbors in opposition of project; noted residents on Wright Street commented they are unable to back out of their driveways at 7:30 a.m.; noted concern on increased traffic on Santa Clara for residents turning left towards Grand; noted that the relocation of the playground would not reduce the noise level; noted the reduction of class size would not make a difference; and noted petition was signed by every resident on Avalon Street. Winston Covington, Chairman of Portola Park Neighborhood Association, spoke in support of the project noting the church has been a positive neighbor. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 7:32 p.m Motion to adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 01-26 as conditioned. MOTION: Doughty SECOND: Nalle Commissioner Doughty noted the petition was presented over iwo weeks ago and that the neighbors have not been updated to the talks that have taken place; and feels the church is acting in good faith and would be a good neighbor. ' Commissioner Richardson noted he would support motion if a condition is added to include that the Planning Commission is one of the reviewing entities annually each July. Commissioner Cribb inquired on the storage sheds. Mr. Rice noted the condition as drafted requires the applicant to remove them. Commissioner Cribb added he would not support the motion unless a traffic condition is added to restrict entrance/exit for the school to Wright Street. Pastor Vater noted they would chain off the parking lot off of Wright Street and instruct families to pick-up and drop-off children on Santa Clara during the school hours. Ms. Amerson noted this is a temporary fix adding the applicant will be responsible for implementing any mitigation measures as a result of the traffic study. Vice Chair Nalle requested to add condition to prohibit ingress and egress on Wright Street to the site during the hours that the school is in operation. Commissioners Doughty and Cribb noted they would support amendment. Amended motion to adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 01- 26 as conditioned; with the additional conditions for the Planning Commission to annually review each July; and to prohibit ingress and egress on Wright Street to the site during hours of operation. ' MOTION: Doughty SECOND: Nalle AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson (8) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Verino (1) ABSTENTION: None (0) 3. VARIANCE NO. 01-06 (Continued from September 10, 2001 to September 24, 2001.) Filed by Pacific Neon Company for approval of a variance to allow secondary wall signage and non-conforming monument signage to remain at a Target store located at 1330 East Seventeenth Street. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 4 SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: September 14, 2001 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 7, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 01-06 as conditioned to allow relief from Section 41-863(a) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. ' 2. Adopt a resolution denying Variance No. 01-06 to deny relief from Section 41- 862(c)(2) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing at 7:46 p.m. David Randolph, representing Applicant, spoke in support of request and noted they would accept staff's recommendation for approval. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 7:47 p.m. Mofion to: 1. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 01-06 as conditioned to allow relief from Secfion 41-883(a) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. 2. Adopt a resolution denying Variance No. 01-08 to deny relief from Secfion 41-882(cJ(2) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. MOTION: Richardson SECOND: Nalle AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Verino (6) NOES: None (0) ' ABSENT: Verino (1) ABSTENTION: None (0) 4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 01-27 Filed by Hi-Speed Oil Inc. to obtain a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a new Chevron gas station with mini-mart located at 702 South Harbor Boulevard in the SP2 (North Harbor Specific Plan) and operating between 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: September 14, 2001 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 7, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approve and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Monitoring Program, Environmental Review No. 00-208. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 01-27 as conditioned. Ann Ni, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing at 7:46 p.m. ' Kimberly Adessian, representing Applicant, spoke in support of the project. Chairman Mondo advised applicant that he would not be in favor of any future request for an ABC license. Ms. Adessian noted they would like to get station built as it currently is with no ABC license. Mike McCoy clarified that the applicant initially requested an ABC license and noted that SAPD would recommend denial and the applicant then withdrew that request. Dave Lopez, Riverview West Neighborhood Association, inquired if applicant is the same owner of the previous station adding the previous owner requested an ABC license, and requested that the dumpsters be hidden. Ms. Adessian noted it was the PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5 SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 same owner and Ms. Ni noted the dumpsters will be enclosed. Mr. Lopez then noted support of project. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. Moffon to: 1. Approve and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Moniforing Program, Environmental Review No. 00-208. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 01-27 as conditioned. MOTION: Doughty SECOND: Leo AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson (6} NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Verino (1) ABSTENTION: None (0) 5. VARIANCE NO. 01-OS Filed by Pacific Planning Group to allow a second wall sign on the east building elevation of Public Storage located at 2200 East McFadden Avenue. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: September 14, 2001 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 11, 2001 RECOMMENDATION: Deny Variance No. 01-08 for a secondary wall sign facing the freeway per attached findings. Lynnette Perry, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing at 8:02 p.m. and noted letter handed to Commissioners from C.J. Amstrup of Pacific Planning Group. C.J. Amstrup, representing Applicant, spoke in support of the variance, discussed the proposed sign variance application and findings adding they do not believe sign would provide signage clutter. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing at 8:13 p.m. Mofion to deny Variance No. 01-08 for a secondary wall sign facing the freeway per attached findings. Vice-Chair Nalle noted he would not support motion noting there was no rationale for not allowing a 45 square foot sign. MOTION: Richardson SECOND: Doughty AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Richardson (5) NOES: Nalle (1) ABSENT: Verino (1) ABSTENTION: None (0) COMMENTS ' 6. Public Comments -None 7. Comments from the Staff -None 8. Comments from the Planning Commission Commissioner Leo • Noted he represented the Planning Commission at an affordable housing forum as a panelist along with representatives from Irvine, Brea, County of Orange and non- profit organizations, and discussed ways to provide affordable housing throughout the County. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 6 SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 Announced there would be a public hearing of the State Assembly on Friday, September 28 to discuss rights-of-ways and how telecommunication companies use them on state, city and county properties regulated through the P.U.C. Commissioner Richardson • Noted he was happy to be back. • Noted in minutes from previous meeting Commissioner Verino's comments about the swap mall on West First Street adding that when the swap mall was approved, there was a conditional use permit that accompanied the project and might be worthy of ' research. • Requested update on his request to place Camphor trees on the south side of Santa Ana Boulevard from Grand Avenue to the railroad tracks. Commissioner Cribb • Requested staff investigate traffic signal at MacArthur Boulevard and Imperial Promenade noting on weekends the light does not turn green for those coming south on Imperial Promenade to MacArthur. • Requested an inspection of BRE Project noting the opening has been delayed from October 16 until October 27 which has caused a negative impact on their ability to lease property. • Requested that staff encourage BRE to place the panels on all four sides of the columns on the ground level of the condominium units, which currently has the panels placed on three sides only. • Inquired on status of discussion on retail uses at Hutton Centre. Ms. Nelson answered that staff will be processing a zone change that will be presented to the Commission in January 2002. 9. Excuse of Absences Motion by Commissioner Cribb and seconded by Commissioner Doughty to excuse the absence of Commissioner Verino and approved unanimously by a vote of 6:0. 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:23 p. m. L~ ,q Rosa Barela J~/~`/~ Acting Recording Secretary PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7 SEPTEMBER 24, 2001