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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1.0_Draft Minutes_01-18-2018NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS — 100 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018 REGULAR MEETING — 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER —The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Commissioner Lowrey III. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Chair Peter Koetting, Vice Chair Peter Zak, Secretary Erik Weigand, Commissioner Bill Dunlap, Commissioner Kleiman, Commissioner Kory Kramer (arrived at 7:55 p.m.), Commissioner Lee Lowrey r_1=59:111IR.7S Staff Present: Community Development Director Seimone Jurjis, Deputy Community Development Director Jim Campbell, Assistant City Attorney Michael Torres, City Traffic Engineer Tony Brine, Police Civilian Investigator Wendy Joe, Principal Planner Gregg Ramirez, Associate Planner Rosalinh Ung, Assistant Planner Chelsea Crager, Administrative Support Specialist Brittany Ramirez, Administrative Technician Patrick Achis IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jim Mosher remarked that the Planning Commission's December review of a project for compliance with Title 21 of the Municipal Code was cursory and deficient. He attempted to appeal the Planning Commission's finding of compliance to the City Council, but staff refused the appeal by claiming a Code provision requires questions of compliance to be appealed with all other matters related to a project and a fee. There is no such provision. The Planning Commission should encourage the City Council to impose a new rule clarifying that the public can appeal Code interpretations to the Planning Commission for a nominal charge. If staffs interpretation is wrong, the appeal fee should be refunded. Murphy McCann requested the Planning Commission ensure the sidewalk project on 15th Street, across from Newport Heights, and the traffic study remain a priority for staff. V. REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCES Deputy Director Jim Campbell requested Item Number 4, the Myers property, be continued to February 8, 2018 and Item Number 5, the Balboa Theater, be removed from the calendar. Chair Koetting advised that each request will be considered when each item is called. VI. CONSENT ITEMS ITEM NO. 1 MINUTES OF DECEMBER 7, 2017 Recommended Action: Approve and file Motion made by Commissioner Weigand and seconded by Commissioner Kleiman to approve the draft minutes of the December 7, 2017, meeting with the inclusion of Jim Mosher's revisions. AYES: Koetting, Weigand, Dunlap, Kleiman, Lowrey NOES: None ABSTAIN: Zak ABSENT: Kramer VII. CONTINUED BUSINESS: ITEM NO. 2 76 STATION EXPANSION (PA2017-067) Site Location: 1461 Superior Avenue Continued from November 9, 2017 1 of 9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1/18/2018 Summary: A conditional use permit to expand an existing service station convenience store. The request includes the addition of a Type 20 (Off -Sale Beer and Wine) Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, an increase in hours of operation, and a modification to the landscaping requirements. On November 9, 2017, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing and continued consideration of the project to this meeting. The Commission expressed concerns with the project height, size of the second story, the visual impacts of the rear elevation to the adjacent residential property, lighting impacts on adjacent residential properties, and requested hours of operation. The applicant has revised the project. If approved, this Conditional Use Permit would supersede Use Permit No. UP3566. Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a public hearing, and if the applicant's proposed changes to the project address Commission concerns and the Commission is able to make all of the required findings; 2. Find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines, because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment; and 3. Adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 (Attachment to PC 1). Assistant Planner Chelsea Crager reported the existing 76 station is located at the west corner of Superior and Placentia Avenues and is surrounded, on three sides, by residential uses. A bank is located across from the station, on Superior Avenue. The application requests a Type 20 ABC license for off -sale beer and wine and expansion of the convenience store to include a second story. On November 9, 2017, the Planning Commission continued the application after raising concerns about the project. The Commission requested the applicant provide photometric studies for existing and proposed conditions, decrease the height of the building, decrease the area of the second story or eliminate the entire second story, provide a rear elevation, and decrease hours of operation. The applicant now proposes closing at midnight, a maximum building height of 24 feet, and a smaller second story of 1,613 square feet compared to the previous design. Photometric studies show that the proposed condition decreases light spillover to the surrounding properties and brightens the onsite condition. The second story will be used for an office and storage and will not be part of the retail area. The rear elevation shows no windows facing the immediately adjacent senior living facility. The applicant did not propose any changes to the car wash, which closes at 6:00 p.m., daily, or the parking layout, which provides 23 spaces. Because of the decrease in floor area, the current proposal requires 20 parking spaces resulting in a surplus of 3 spaces. The applicant has amended the landscape plan to increase the amount of landscape materials but continues to request modifications from the service station design guidelines. Staff believes there is justification to support the modifications because they support adequate circulation, street access, and onsite parking. Staff recommends approval of business closure at midnight, which complies with the current use permit. Currently, the business operates until 10:00 p.m. Staff recommends the Commission find the project exempt from CEQA and approve the project subject to conditions. In response to Chair Koetting's inquiries, Assistant Planner Crager advised that the applicant is proposing compliance with the quantity of landscaping materials including trees and shrubs. Driveways will remain the same. The photometric plan shows lighting at the rear of the building. Commissioner Kleiman reported she had a phone call with the applicant, and Commissioner Weigand reported he spoke with members of the public. Remaining Commissioners reported no ex parte communications. Chair Koetting opened the public hearing. Joseph Karaki, project architect, concurred with staffs conditions. The project complies with the Commission's concerns regarding hours of operation and the building height and size. In answer to Chair Koetting's question, Mr. Karaki indicated the second floor will be utilized as an office and storage and will not be a rental unit. In reply to Commissioner Dunlap's query, Mr. Karaki stated the left side of the building, as shown in the front elevation, is all tinted glass. One will be able to see out of the building but not into the building. 2of9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1/18/2018 In response to Commissioner Weigand's inquiry, Mr. Karaki agreed to ceasing the sale of beer and wine at 10:00 p.m. and to closing the store at midnight. Security measures will prevent the public from purchasing beer and wine after 10:00 p.m., and employees will receive training. The business operator will not sell single containers. Assistant Planner Crager added that staff can add a condition prohibiting the sale of single containers. Commissioner Weigand noted public concern about market over -saturation. The Police Department had informed him that it cannot enforce the cessation of beer and wine sales when other products can be sold. After some discussion among Commissioners and staff, Mr. Karaki clarified that the refrigerated compartments containing beer and wine will be locked at 10:00 p.m. to prevent beer and wine sales. The business owner will need to continue sale of other products to recoup his investment in a larger convenience store. In reply to Commissioner Weigand's query, Police Civilian Investigator Wendy Joe advised that alcohol sales will be more difficult to enforce if the store remains open because an officer will have to perform spot checks. In response to Commissioner Kleiman's comments, Mr. Karaki explained that the renovation includes expansion of the convenience store to make the remodel feasible. The business owner wants to offer beer and wine to bring more customers into the store and increase sales. Peggy Palmer, resident on Kings Road, read the findings of denial for another application for an ABC license and remarked that these findings also apply to this application. The staff report states the 7 -Eleven and Minute King are 500 feet away from the 76 station, which is inconsistent with the findings. Also, three liquor stores are located in the area. Jim Mosher suggested the second story of the building may obstruct views from the adjacent senior living facility. Perhaps the building could be lower. David Fishman, resident of 6 Geneve and owner of 1501 Superior Avenue an office building across the street, provided copies of correspondence with police officers regarding past alcohol-related issues. Alcohol-related issues date back to his purchase of the Superior Avenue property in 2005. He preferred the Planning Commission deny the alcohol license or, at a minimum, limit shelf space. Tom Fredericks, Irvine Terrace, remarked that alcohol sales at gas stations is not a good idea Chair Koetting closed the public hearing. At Commissioner Dunlap's request, Police Civilian Investigator Joe reported a high number of calls for service in the area. The Commission's packet contains statistics from 2016 only. Officer Yim works with transients and business owners in the area and is familiar with the area. In reply to Commissioner Lowrey's question, Assistant City Attorney Michael Torres advised that a number of things can trigger review of a use permit. Generally, code enforcement actions trigger review and are based on repeated incidents as well as police activity. In answer to Vice Chair Zak's inquiry, Police Civilian Investigator Joe indicated the Police Department did not have issues with the conditions of approval because the area is not over -saturated with alcohol licenses. Vice Chair Zak expressed concerns about constraining this business owner when a business owner across the street is not subject to the same constraints. Commissioner Kleiman commented that the addition of a convenience store with alcohol sales is unnecessary and invites unwanted issues without clear justification or need. She did not hear a compelling argument from the applicant in support of alcohol sales. Given the proximity to Hoag Hospital, she was even more hesitant to further complicate social issues. Chair Koetting reiterated the applicant's agreement to modify the conditions to cease alcohol sales at 10:00 p.m. by locking the refrigerated compartments. 3of9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1/18/2018 Motion by Chair Koetting to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 subject to beer and wine sales ceasing and the beer and wine cabinets being locked at 10:00 p.m. The motion failed for lack of a second. Motion by Commissioner Kleiman and seconded by Commissioner Dunlap to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 without alcohol sales. Alternate motion (as amended) by Vice Chair Zak and seconded by Commissioner Lowrey to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 with conditions of approval to cease beer and wine sales at midnight and to return to the Planning Commission for review in six months. Commissioner Dunlap believed that alcohol sales across the street from the project should not be a factor in the Planning Commission's decision. The Planning Commission should look at the effect of alcohol sales on neighborhoods. Vice Chair Zak felt that was a policy issue for the City Council. Alternate Motion (motion fails) AYES: Zak, Lowrey NOES: Koetting, Weigand, Dunlap, Kleiman ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer Motion (motion fails) AYES: Dunlap, Kleiman NOES: Koetting, Zak, Weigand, Lowrey ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer Motion by Vice Chair Weigand and seconded by Commissioner Dunlap to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 with conditions of approval to cease beer and wine sales at 7:00 p.m. and to return to the Planning Commission for review in one year. Commissioner Weigand remarked that the motion is a compromise for the community and the business owner and provides flexibility for the Planning Commission to increase the hours of alcohol sales in the future. Commissioner Kleiman stated alcohol licenses are a privilege and run with the land. A six-month review will not provide sufficient data for Commissioners to discern issues. Alternate motion by Vice Chair Zak and seconded by Chair Koetting to find this project exemptfrom the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 with conditions of approval to cease beer and wine sales at 10:00 p.m. and for review in six months. Alternate Motion (motion fails) AYES: Koetting, Zak, Lowrey NOES: Weigand, Dunlap, Kleiman ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer Mr. Karaki requested alcohol sales cease at 10:00 p.m. and agreed to a review as often as the Commission chooses. 4of9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Motion withdrawn by Commissioner Weigand. 1/18/2018 Motion by Commissioner Weigand and seconded by Vice Chair Zak to continue this item to Commissioner Kramer's arrival. Commissioner Kleiman noted Commissioner Kramer has not heard any of the comments or discussion. Vice Chair Zak stated Commissioner Kramer will have read the project information and had participated in the previous hearing on this item. AYES: Koetting, Zak, Weigand, Dunlap, Lowrey NOES: Kleiman ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer [At this time, the Commission proceeded to Item Number 3 and returned to this item following Item Number 5.] Assistant City Attorney Torres reported Commissioner Kramer had reviewed the minutes and recording of the prior hearing and the material for the current meeting and is comfortable with participating in a decision on the application. Commissioner Kramer concurred with Assistant City Attorney Torres' comments. Chair Koetting reiterated for Commissioner Kramer's benefit that the business can remain open until midnight, but beer and wine compartments will be locked at the appropriate time. Motion by Commissioner Weigand and seconded by Commissioner Dunlap to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 with conditions of approval to cease beer and wine sales at 8:00 p.m., to prohibit sale of single containers of beer, and to return for a review in one year. Alternate motion by Vice Chair Zak and seconded by Commissioner Lowrey find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 with conditions of approval to cease beer and wine sales at 10:00 p.m. and to prohibit sale of single containers of beer. Alternate Motion AYES: Koetting, Kramer, Lowrey, Zak NOES: Dunlap, Kleiman, Weigand ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None [The Commission proceeded to Item Number 6.] VIII. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: ITEM NO. 3 URBAN CUP MINOR USE PERMIT (PA2017-096) Site Location: 2200 West Ocean Front Summary: A minor use permit for the addition of a Type 41 (On -Sale Beer and Wine) Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license to an existing food service, eating and drinking establishment use (restaurant). The existing small restaurant is 1,625 square feet and includes 450 square feet of net public area and 32 seats. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. There are no late hours (after 11 p.m.) proposed. If approved this minor use permit would supersede UP3535 that authorizes and limits the current use. Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a public hearing: 5of9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1/18/2018 2. Find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15270 of the CEQA Guidelines, because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment; and 3. Adopt Resolution No. PC2018-002 denying Minor Use Permit No. UP2017-013. Assistant Planner Crager reported the application requests an ABC license for on -sale beer and wine for an existing restaurant. The restaurant is located in a mixed-use water -related zone near residential and commercial uses. The restaurant includes 450 square feet of interior net public area and 32 seats. The proposed hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., daily. The Zoning Administrator heard the application and referred it to the Planning Commission. The restaurant is located in the Police Department's Reporting District 15, which has a high concentration of on -sale alcohol licenses and alcohol-related crime. For this reason, staff recommends denial of the application. If the Planning Commission chooses to approve the application, staff has provided a draft resolution and conditions of approval. Commissioner Lowrey reported ex parte communications with the property owner and their consultant. Commissioner Weigand reported communications with the applicant and members of the public. Chair Koetting and Commissioners Dunlap, Zak, and Kleiman reported no ex parte communications. Chair Koetting opened the public hearing. Marice DePasquale, applicant representative, advised that the area in which the restaurant is located is intended to serve residents, visitors, and the broader community. Other businesses in the area have been granted the privilege of an ABC license. The applicant requests an ABC license in order to compete successfully with other restaurants in the area. Urban Cup is the only restaurant on Ocean Front with indoor seating that does not offer at least beer and wine sales. Fran Ursini, property owner, remarked that the area had changed since he operated a restaurant at the Oceanfront location. Restaurants have to offer what the public wants year-round in order to be successful. Aidan Nguyen, business owner, reiterated the need to offer beer and wine to customers. He operates two additional restaurants, one on 17th Street and one in Orange. In answer to Commissioner Lowrey's query, Mr. Nguyen indicated he opened the restaurant approximately a year ago. Mario Marovic, owner of 2122 West Ocean Front, believed the Ursini family will ensure tenants operate correctly. Chair Koetting closed the public hearing. Commissioner Weigand proposed adjusting the hours of operation to closing at 9:00 p.m., September through May, and 10:00 p.m., June through August, with a review at the end of one year, if the applicant was amenable. In answer to Mr. Nguyen's question, Commissioner Weigand indicated the Planning Commission would determine whether or not to increase the hours of operation at the review. Mr. Nguyen agreed to the proposal. In reply to Chair Koetting's question, Mr. Nguyen indicated the restaurant usually closes at 11:00 p.m., but they sometimes close at 9:00 or 10:00 p.m. Motion made by Commissioner Weigand and seconded by Vice Chair Zak to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-002 approving Minor Use Permit No. UP2017-013 with the conditions of approval reflecting a closing time of 9:00 p.m. from September through May and 10:00 p.m. from June through August and a review in one year's time. AYES: Kleiman, Koetting, Lowrey, Weigand, Zak NOES: Dunlap ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer 6of9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1/18/2018 ITEM NO. 4 MYERS PROPERTY ALTERNATIVE SETBACK DETERMINATION (PA2017-184) Site Location: 358 Dahlia Place Summary: The applicant requests approval of alternative front and rear setbacks pursuant to NBMC Section 20.30.110(C) and Section 21.30.110(C) due to the orientation of the lot and the lack of public right-of-way access that results in undue development limitations created by the Code -required setbacks. Specifically, the proposal is to reduce the 20 -foot front setback along Bayside Drive to 7 feet and increase the Code - required 10 -foot rear alley setback along a private alley to 12 feet. The requirements for 6.5 -foot side yard setbacks would remain unchanged. Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a public hearing; 2. Find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15305 of the CEQA Guidelines - Class 5 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations), which consists of minor alterations in land use limitations in areas with an average slope of less than 20 percent (%), which do not result in any changes in land use or density, including but not limited to, minor lot line adjustments and setback variances not resulting in the creation of any new parcel; and 3. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-003 approving Staff Approval No. SA2017-009. Deputy Director Campbell recommended the Planning Commission continue the item to February 8 Motion made by Commissioner Lowrey and seconded by Commissioner Kleiman to continue the item to February 8, 2018. AYES: Dunlap, Koetting, Kleiman, Lowrey, Weigand, Zak NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer ITEM NO. 5 BALBOA THEATER RENOVATION (PA2017-152) Site Location: 707 East Balboa Boulevard Summary: The applicant proposes to renovate and operate the Balboa Theater as a performing arts and special event theater. The renovations include exterior fagade restoration with new operable storefront windows, a recreated historical marquee, a small outdoor dining area on either side of the main entry, and a rooftop deck. The principal use of the site will remain a theater consistent with the Landmark Theater designation of the Zoning Code. The project includes an accessory cafe (eating and drinking establishment) to serve theater patrons and the general public. As proposed, the cafe will operate from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. daily with a Type 47 (On -Sale General — Eating Place) Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License. The Conditional Use Permit is required to allow the sale and service of alcohol. A Major Site Development Review application is required to increase the height of the building to accommodate a new rooftop deck. A Coastal Development Permit is required to permit the renovation and operation of the theater within the Coastal Zone. Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a public hearing; 2. Find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15302, Class 2 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of the CEQA Guidelines, because it has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment; and 3. Adopt Resolution No. PC2018-004 approving Use Permit UP2017-021, Major Site Development No. SD2017-005, and Coastal Development Permit No. CD2017-064. Deputy Director Campbell recommended the item be removed from the calendar. Motion made by Commissioner Dunlap and seconded by Chair Koetting to remove this item from the calendar. 7of9 NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES AYES: Dunlap, Kleiman, Koetting, Lowrey, Weigand, Zak NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kramer The Commission took a break from approximately 7:50 p.m. to 7:55 p.m. 1/18/2018 [Following the break, the Planning Commission returned to Item Number 2, prior to taking up Item Number 6.] IX. STUDY SESSION ITEMS: ITEM NO. 6 KOLL CENTER RESIDENCES (PA2015-024) Site Location: 4400 Von Karman Avenue Summary: A mixed-use residential development of up to 260 residential condominiums, 3,000 square feet of retail use, a freestanding parking garage, a 1.17 -acre neighborhood park to be built on the 13.16 -acre surface parking and common landscape areas of the Koll Center Newport Planned Community. The study session is intended to provide the Planning Commission and public an opportunity to review and discuss the proposed project including the Draft Environmental Impact Report. The study session is for discussion purposes only, and no action will be taken by the Planning Commission. Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a study session; 2. Continue the project to a future date; and 3. Direct staff to prepare a recommendation for action, including any necessary resolutions for consideration. Commissioner Kleiman recused herself from the item due to a conflict with her husband's employment. Commissioner Lowrey recused himself due to a leasehold interest in property located within 500 feet of the subject property and a membership at the Pacific Club located within 500 feet of the subject property. Deputy Director Campbell reported the John Wayne Airport area in the General Plan was identified as an area of opportunity to reuse underperforming commercial and industrial properties and to develop mixed-use residential neighborhoods in proximity to jobs and services. Residential units, specifically 2,200 units, were authorized for the area; 1,650 of which would replace existing commercial or industrial uses and 550 would be additive to the area not requiring the removal of existing uses. The General Plan calls for 10 -acre minimum size villages, 30-50 dwelling units per acre, a conceptual development plan, regulatory plans, development agreements, neighborhood parks, recreation, and open space, connected and walkable streets, building massing provision, parking and sustainability elements. The purpose of the Integrated Conceptual Development Plan (]CDP) is to allocate units and the ICDP was approved by the City Council in 2010. The applicant is seeking approval of the Planned Community Development Plan Amendment, Development Agreement, Tentative Parcel and Tract Map applications, a Traffic Study, and a transfer of development rights from one block to another to accommodate the requested retail component. The Development Agreement will be available prior to the next meeting on the project. Coralee Newman, Government Solutions, advised that community outreach began in 2015. The team has met with every building owner on the block, held a community outreach forum, met with individuals and groups, and received 85 letters of support from the community. Assistant City Attorney Torres reported Vice Chair Zak may have a conflict and has recused himself from the item until staff can make a determination regarding the conflict. Ms. Newman and Bill Shopoff, project applicant, requested a continuance until Vice Chair Zak's conflict has been determined. NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1/18/2018 In response to Commissioner Weigand's inquiry, Mr. Shopoff advised that the presentation would be the same whether or not Vice Chair Zak has a conflict; however, Vice Chair Zak should hear the presentation if he does not have a conflict. Motion made by Commissioner Dunlap and seconded by Commissioner Kramer to continue the item to a date uncertain. AYES: Dunlap, Koetting, Kramer, Weigand NOES: None ABSTAIN: Kleiman, Lowrey, Zak ABSENT: None X. STAFF AND COMMISSIONER ITEMS ITEM NO. 7 MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION None ITEM NO. 8 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S REPORT 1. Update on City Council Items Community Development Director Seimone Jurjis reported the next City Council agenda contains an appeal of the Lido Marina Village parking management plan. The February 8 Planning Commission agenda contains items for Cliff Haven development standards, Taco Bell Cantina, and the Myers alternative setback determination. The Koll Residences study session could return as early as February 8, 2018. Commissioner Weigand suggested staff schedule the Koll Residences study session at 5:00 p.m. on a night other than a regular meeting to ensure the presence of Commissioners and to allow ample time for discussion and public comment. ITEM NO.9 ANNOUNCEMENTS ON MATTERS THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION, OR REPORT None ITEM NO. 10 REQUESTS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCES Commissioner Weigand requested an excused absence for May 3, Chair Koetting for February 8, and Commissioner Kramer for February 22. XI. ADJOURNMENT — 8:35 p.m. The agenda for the Planning Commission meeting was posted on Friday, January 12, 2018, at 2:22 p.m. in the Chambers binder, on the digital display board located inside the vestibule of the Council Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive and on the City's website on Friday, January 12, 2018, at 2:26 p.m. Peter Koetting, Chairman Erik Weigand, Secretary 9of9 Planning Commission - February 22, 2018 Item No. 1a Additional Materials Received Draft Minutes of January 18, 2018 February 8, 2018, Planning Commission Item 1 Comments These comments on a Newport Beach Planning Commission agenda item are submitted by: Jim Mosher ( iimmosher(o),vahoo.com ), 2210 Private Road, Newport Beach 92660 (949-548-6229). Item No. 1. MINUTES OF JANUARY 18, 2018 Suggested changes to draft minutes passages are shown in strikenut underline format. Page 2, first long paragraph, sentence 1: "Assistant Planner Chelsea Crager reported the existing 76 station is located at the west corner of Superior and Placentia Avenues and is surreundeel abutted. on three sides, by residential uses." (or: "abutted along three property lines by residential uses') [In this case, as a result of the odd angles of the intersection, the property is a five -sided lot. But without a graphic showing that, it is difficult to visualize a corner lot being "surrounded," let alone that the uses being referred to are all on the same side of the street.] Page 5, motion before last vote: "Alternate motion by Vice Chair Zak and seconded by Commissioner Lowrey to find this project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and to adopt Resolution No. PC2018-001 approving Conditional Use Permit No. UP2017-007 with conditions of approval to cease beer and wine sales at 10:00 p.m. and to prohibit sale of single containers of beer."