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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-13-2004ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SEPTEMBER 13, 2004 CALL TO ORDER 5:12 P.M. CITY HALL ROSS ANNEX 20 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM 1600 ATTENDANCE: COMMISSIONERS Present Glenn Mondo, Chairman Christopher Leo, Vice Chairman Don Cribb Alexander Nalle Kimberly Sinclair Tom Lutz COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Harvey De La Torre 1 STAFF PRESENT: Stephen Harding, Exec. Dir. Planning & Bldg. Agency Benjamin Kaufman, Chief Assistant City Attorney Jay Trevino, Planning Manager Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner Sergio Klotz, Senior Planner Mike McCoy, Santa Ana Police Department Martha Ramirez, Recording Secretary CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: Approve the staff recommendations on the Consent Calendar but pull Item D for further discussion. MOTION: Nalle SECOND: Leo AYES: Cribb, Leo, Lutz, Mondo, Nalle, Sinclair (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: De La Torre (1) ABSTAIN: None (0) A. MINUTES RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of August 23, 2004. B. RECORDING SECRETARY REPORT Pursuant to the Brown Act and the Maddy Act, the August 23, 2004 Agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on the door of the City Hall Council Chambers at 22 Civic Center Plaza on August 20, 2004 at 8:11 a.m. RECOMMENDATION: Instruct the Commission Secretary to enter posting into the minutes. Planning Commission Minutes September 13, 2004 C. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.2004-18 Filed by Ostioneria Playas de Sinaloa, to allow a Type 41 (on-sale) beer and wine Alcoholic Beverage Control license within an existing restaurant at 1320 East Edinger Avenue. RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2004-18. D. MINOR EXCEPTION NO.2004-04 Filed by Alan H. Fuller and Marilyn S. Fuller to permit a fence that exceeds the front yard fence requirement at 2422 North Santiago Street. RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the staff report approving Minor Exception No. 2004-04. Commissioner Lutz inquired if the item was determined not to be on the Historical Register. Staff confirmed that the property was not designated at the property owner's request. Commissioner Sinclair requested an explanation regarding the applicant's hardship. Hally Soboleske mentioned that several neighbors have similar courtyards, noted rationale for this style of architecture is defined by courtyard setting in front court area; stated that architectural design has the same advantages as other owners with similar requests. Commissioner Nalle requested clarification and descriptions for Landmark, Key, and Contributive categorizations. Staff provided clarification. Motion: Receive and file staff report approving Minor Exception 2004-04. MOTION: Lutz SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Leo, Lutz, Mondo, Nalle (5) NOES: Sinclair (1) ABSENT: De La Torre (1) ABSTAIN: None (0) * * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR BUSINESS CALENDAR E. COMMISSIONER COMMUNICATION DISCLOSURE (REGARDING AGENDIZED PROJECTS) Commissioner Cribb met with Jon Reiser, applicant for martini bar. Commissioner Lutz met with Jon Reiser and received Teresa Saldivar's (Teresa's Jewelry) support for Item C, Ostioneria Playas de Sinaloa restaurant. Chairman Mondo met with Franco Mola regarding the Geneva Commons project. Also received call from Teresa Saldivar supporting Item C, Ostioneria Playas de Sinaloa restaurant. WORK STUDY SESSION F. GENEVA COMMONS (Vince Fregoso) Planning Commission Minutes 2 September 13, 2004 Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner introduced Mr. Franco Mola representing Geneva Commons project. Mr. Mola introduced Ernesto Vasquez, McLarand Vasquez Emsiek & Partners, Inc., and F. Scott Jackson, Attorney, Jackson, De Marco, Peckenpaugh. 1 1 Ernesto Vasquez discussed the architectural concept and features of the project, the size of the units and the materials of the proposal. Paul Zaleski of MVE reviewed the unit types, flats, and lofts. He reviewed the stairway locations indicating that every plan included laundry facilities. Mr. Jackson discussed the proposed CC&Rs. John Kaliski, the city's consulting urban designer, commented on the following items: 1. Parking garage facing MacArthur Boulevard, some elements such as signage, may be a concern 2. Corner at Imperial Promenade and MacArthur Boulevard could be stronger architectural element 3. Lobby of the 8-story building could be at better location 4. Noted materials presented in photographs are considerably more expensive than what is proposed. Project proposes using a lot of stucco on the building instead of glass. 5. Interiors of buildings, unit sizes should be larger, have range of unit sizes, explain how the units work, noted 3 feet wide balconies are not functional. On page A10 question functionality of unit, make for larger unit with sliding door. 6. Storage is less defined in this project. Tandem spaces may accommodate storage. Each unit would have space for storage. Chairman Mondo asked how much storage space is assigned for each unit? Mr. Mola will define at next session. 7. Need unit amenities defined, noted larger unit at 1,400 sq ft has larger kitchen. 8. Amount of closet space in relation to unit appears small; some bedrooms are tight, not allowing flexibility in furniture placement. Commission discussion ensued regarding landscape maintenance, storage, balcony size, size of kitchen, interior amenities, the location of the lobby in relation to the motor court, and passenger/freight elevators. Other Commission concerns related to impact of buildings and traffic mitigation measures, resident and visitor access and parking, the frontage on MacArthur Boulevard, and keeping neighborhood updated as well as consideration for a proposed pedestrian bridge with the project. G. OVERVIEW OF LIMITATIONS ON DEDICATIONS. EXACTIONS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL (Ben Kaufman) Continue to September 27, 2004. H. UPDATE ON THE AIRPORT ENVIRONS ELEMENT (Jay Trevino) Continue to September 27, 2004. I. Recess to Council Chambers (6:45pm) Planning Commission Minutes 3 September 13, 2004 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA SEPTEMBER 13, 2004 ROLL CALL Same staff was present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG PROCEDURAL RULES PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.2004-17 Filed by The Church in Santa Ana to allow a church in the Single-Family (R1) zoning district at 1102 N. King Street. PUBLISHED IN THE ORANGE COUNTY REPORTER: September 3, 2004 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 2, 2004 RECOMMENDATION: LJ 1. Approve and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program, Environmental Review No. 2001-26. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2004-17 as condition. Vince Fregoso, Senior Planner, recommended a 30-day continuance of item per applicant's request. Motion: Continue to public hearing on October 11, 2004 per applicant's request. MOTION: Nalle SECOND: Leo AYES: Cribb, Leo, Lutz, Mondo, Nalle, Sinclair (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: De La Torre (1) ABSTAIN: None (0) 2. VARIANCE NO. 2004-09 (Sergio Klotz) Filed by Mr. Jon Reiser to grant relief from SAMC 41-191, Regulated Uses to allow a bar at 215 North Broadway. PUBLISHED IN THE ORANGE COUNTY REPORTER: September 3, 2004 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 2, 2004 1 RECOMMENDATION: 6:51 P.M. Sergio Klotz, Senior Planner presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Mondo clarified that the Commission would discuss the underlying policy. Mr. Kaufman proposed that the Commission take public testimony and direct staff to return in two weeks with findings for approval and/or denial of variance. Planning Commission Minutes 4 September 13, 2004 Commission discussion ensued regarding land use/regulated use. Commissioners also discussed occupancy limitation, food uses, live entertainment and hours of operation for Artists Village restaurants. Officer Mike McCoy, SAPD, does not recommend Type 48 license approval, noted concerns with entitlements and amount of calls to police that would be generated from school and churches. He also noted that number of ABC licenses issued is high. Commissioner Mondo noted letter of support with signatures from Artists Walk Corporation. Jon Reiser, applicant, provided an overview of the proposed project at the Santora Building discussing the interior styling, surrounding area; targeted demographics, local professionals and artist community, security at the door, dress code, live entertainment, atmosphere, and mixed media art installations. The applicant noted that the bar will not have: a juke box, neon signage, pool tables, tab beers or pitchers, video games and not operating during the day. Chairman Mondo opened the public hearing Public in support of project: Joe Duffy, Gil Marrero, Dr. Alfonso Bustamante, Bob Stewart, Robin Christenson, David DiRienzo, Jane Lewis, Catherine Graziano, William Beaubeaux, Kendric Francis, Jade Howe, Justin Reuter, Brad Romoff, Tim Rush, James Kendrick, and Dan Bradley. Chairman Mondo closed the public hearing. Mr. Harding, Executive Director Planning & Building, commented on hours of operation, deejays and live entertainment. Commissioner Nalle asked for an increase of up to four musicians. Staff noted that request would be made at the upcoming Zoning Administrator public hearing. Chief Assistant City Attorney Kaufman requested clarification from Planning Commission on hours of operation. Commission recommended 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. and preference for deejays and/or up to four musicians. Motion: Staff to prepare the appropriate reports and return item to the Commission to allow the martini bar. MOTION: Nalle SECOND: Cribb AYES: Cribb, Leo, Lutz, Mondo, Nalle, Sinclair (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: De La Torre (1) ABSTAIN: None (0) 3. Public Comments (for items not on the agenda) No comments were made. STAFF AND COMMISSION COMMENTS 4. Staff Comments No comments made. 5. Planning Commission Comments Commissioner Lutz • No comments Planning Commission Minutes 5 September 13, 2004 Commissioner Sinclair • Requested Code Enforcement follow up at Kentucky Fried Chicken site at corner of Grand and 17th with regard to landscape maintenance. Commissioner Nalle • Requested cost estimate of pedestrian bridge walkways for MacArthur Place projects. Vice Chairman Leo • Recommended review of dance aspect of martini bar proposal. • Requested update on City Place project. Staff noted working on finalizing environmental impact report, item scheduled for Planning Commission during second meeting in October. • Noted concerns with traffic and pedestrian walkways crossing MacArthur Boulevard between Geneva Commons and Nexus projects. Commissioner Cribb • Expressed concern about increasing flight pattern over north Santa Ana from John Wayne Airport. Mr. Harding related a recent conversation with an airport consultant who suggested that the additional flight activity may be related to airspace "flexibility" associated with the inactive former EI Toro marine base airport. • Noted swing set on walkway in Floral Park at southwest corner of 19th/Broadway, requested follow up. • Inquired if picnic table in front yard is allowed at corner of Spurgeon and Edgewood. • Acknowledged staff efforts related to the martini bar proposal. Chairman Mondo • Requested graffiti cleanup at First/Main at Rite Aid sign. • Requested graffiti cleanup at Main/Dyer at St. Vincent de Paul. • Requested graffiti cleanup at Main/Bishop, atrocious dumpster without enclosure. • Commented on street work and patching on Main Street, south of Dyer. Manuel Gomez, Transportation Manager indicated that this work is part of the under grounding of utilities, which will conclude with the repair of the street and sidewalk. • Requested list of city-funded contributions for Nexus project and Geneva Commons to consider cost of pedestrian bridge. • Noted site at Bristol/Segerstrom ran out of color-pavers, used white concrete instead which did not match, requested follow up. • Requested review of Chevron Station on South Bristol at Callens Commons that appears out of compliance with ABC license, and signage standards. • Requested review of east side of Flower Street, south of Dyer and north of railroad tracks, with regard to parking landscape maintenance. While Manuel Gomez indicated that this is county property, Chairman Mondo inquired about why the south side of Dyer is not maintained as well as the north side. • Recommended an evaluation of other downtown businesses with regard to overriding conditions pertaining to hours of operation. 6. Excuse of Absences Commission unanimously voted 6:0 to excuse the absence of Commissioner De La Torre. 7. Adjournment 8:06 p.m. Martha Ramirez Recording Secretary Planning Commission Minutes 6 September 13, 2004