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William Gould, landowner's husband, reviewed history of property; commented on residents concern with blighted area and encouragement to fill the vacant lot. Haroon Hanasab, prospective buyer, has easement agreement in place that allows right of way to use driveway and parking. Public hearing was closed. Commission discussions ensued regarding new parcels/development meeting code and landscaping maintenance. Mr. Trevino emphasized the policy under consideration was whether subdividing this parcel would be long-term good for this constrained property. Subdivision creates an irrevocable situation (not able to recycle), based on size as it is subdivided. Commission inquired about the commercial property to the south and vacant lot (Tustin/Catalina), affecting the ability of the property owner to recycle land. Mr. Trevino responded with options for the property owner. Also Commission concerned that this item would set a precedent with subdividing parcels. Mr. Hanasab commented on the City option of recycling in the future; proposed center function as one, would rather bring vacant lot up to code. Commission discussed the likelihood of recycling, that the site has better long- term potential if it is larger. Mr. Trevino stated that the property is developable today. MOTION: Adopt a resolution denying: 1. Tentative Parcel Map No. 2005-08 (County Map No. 2004-178). 2. Variance No. 2005-61 (a) to allow a reduction in parking. 3. Variance No. 2005-61 (b) to allow a reduction in setbacks. 4. Variance No. 2005-61 (c) to allow a reduction in landscaping. 5. Directed staff to correct the staff report that referred to an incorrect variance number. MOTION: Lutz SECOND: Rodriguez VOTE: AYES: Betancourt, Cribb, Gartner, Leo, Lutz, Rodriguez (6) NOES: None (0) ABSTAIN: None (0) ABSENT: De La Torre (1) 4. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2005-03, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2005-28, VARIANCE NO. 2005-62, AND SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 2005-05 Filed by Extended Stay America to amend Specific Development No. 12 (SD-12) and to allow along-term stay business hotel at 2721 Hotel Terrace Drive. PUBLISHED IN THE ORANGE COUNTY REPORTER: November 18, 2005 PUBLICLY NOTICED: November 18, 2005 RECOMMENDATION: Recommend that the City Council: 1. Deny Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2005-03. 2. Adopt a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2005-28. 3. Adopt a resolution denying Variance No. 2005-62. 4. Adopt a resolution denying Site Plan Review No. 2005-05. Associate Planner Bill Apple presented the staff report and recommendation. Should not shift the emphasis of Hotel Terrace towards long term stay business; City goal is to attract full service hotels that attract both business and leisure travelers. Planning Commission Minutes 7 November 28, 2005