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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC MinutesPlanning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH • Planning Commission Minutes June 5, 2003 Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m. • • Page 1 of 7 file : //F : \USERS\PLN \Shared \ginger\2003PC \0605.HTM 06/20/2003 INDEX ROLL CALL Commissioners Toerge, McDaniel, Kiser, Gifford, Selich and Tucker - All present. STAFF PRESENT: Patricia L. Temple, Planning Director Robin Clauson, Assistant City Attorney Rich Edmonston, Transportation/Development Services Manager James Campbell, Senior Planner Chandra Slaven, Assistant Planner Jull Ramirez, Department Assistant Ginger Varin, Planning Commission Executive Secretary SUBJECT: Minutes of May 22, 2003 ITEM NO.1 Minutes Motion was made by Commissioner Tucker and voted on, to approve the amended minutes of May 22, 2003. Approved Ayes: 1 McDaniel, Kiser, Gifford, Selich and Tucker Noes-.1 None Absent:1 None Abstain-.1 Toerge PUBLIC COMMENTS: PUBLIC COMMENTS None None POSTING OF THE AGENDA: POSTING OF THE AGENDA The Planning Commission Agenda was posted on Friday, May 30, 2003. SUBJECT: West 15th Street Townhomes (PA2002 -250) O 0 869 -875 West 15th Street PT002 Request for a Vesting Tentative Tract Map for the construction of a 42 -unit Approved (attached) townhome project that encompasses approximately 2.52 -acres in the West Newport area. Ms. Gifford recused herself from the hearing and voting on this matter due to a potential conflict of interest. file : //F : \USERS\PLN \Shared \ginger\2003PC \0605.HTM 06/20/2003 • • Planning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 Temple noted that staff has a presentation that highlights the changes made staff report. The applicant has a relatively extensive graphic presentation if t nmission is interested in hearing that. comment was opened. Cliff Ratkovitch, Regional President of the Olson Company made giving presentation noting: . The type of housing proposed for 15th Street is one that his company known for and like the ones specialized in throughout the state. . He then gave a brief description of the accomplishments and awards to his company. . Referencing the revised site exhibit he noted the modifications: the u fronting 15th Street are moved back an additional twelve feet to provide the potential future widening of 15th Street; • Plans are modified to conform with all side yard setbacks; • The two buildings in back have been scaled down and are now one dupl and one triplex; • Reduced the number of units from 45 to 42; • Increased the amount of landscape and open area to 40% of the entire site; • Added community amenities in the landscaped area include an outdc fireplace, seating areas and community garden; . Two large specimen trees have been added; . Buildings have been set back from between 17 and 25 feet; . Added a number of paved pedestrian walkways to reinforce the character and walk- ability of the entire neighborhood; . Architecture has a contemporary flair within the 28 foot height limits a have used varied materials and colors to break up the facade so that it more a look of collection of buildings rather than a single design; . Landscaping has been enhanced along the perimeter of the circulation; . Trellises have been added to the mailbox structure and at key locations; . Courtyard between the two main buildings dimension from door to door file: //F:I USERSI PLN1Shared lginger12003PC10605.HTM Page 2 of 7 06/20/2003 Planning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 approximately 35 feet wide; •• Outdoor patios have been included and lead to common fireplace a seating to promote a sense of neighborhood and sense of ownership a pride. • The project fully complies with the current zoning and housing codes. • The amount of open space is between 39% and 40 %, which approximately 40% greater than the average for the surroundi neighborhoods. • The benefit of the project is that it brings a non - conforming industrial s into conformance with the General Plan. • The redevelopment of this industrial use into a high quality pedestri friendly community sets a strong precedent for the improvement of the V Street neighborhood. • This is a new home product at a very attractive price point for you professionals and empty nester households that has received the support the neighboring community groups. At Commission inquiry, Srima McQuillan, Project Manager, referencing the s • exhibit noted: • The placement of the trash enclosures (a fourth one has been added in 1 back). • The width of the full drive is 26 feet. ndy Davey, resident of Newport Knolls Condominium, noted her concern noise with the outdoor community areas and pedestrian walkways as well number of units. comment was closed. person Kiser noted that the developer has made a lot of positive ch the original proposed plan. It is a fairly large project and to the extent ig from Newport Beach standards is a plus. The project is in the .on and is well designed, he noted his support of the application. was made by Commissioner Selich to adopt the Draft Mitigated Neg ion and approve (PA2002 -250) the requested Vesting Tract Map 2 subject to the findings and conditions of approval within the • IChairperson Kiser noted the following edits to the draft resolution: . Page 2, change the number of covered parking spaces to 84; and, change Page 3 of 7 file: //F:\USERS\PLN \Shared \ginger \2003PC \0605.HTM 06/20/2003 Planning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 number of guest spaces to 21. . Add a condition of approval to reference the spiral bound exhibit book. Temple noted that a condition can be mission feels that compliance with t ngs related to the Subdivision Map Act. comment was opened. added to the extent that the Planning lose plans is necessary to meet the Ratkovitch noted that he has no objection to having the project being built tantially in conformance to the materials contained within the spiral bound book exhibit. comment was closed. Ms. Temple added the following condition: The design of the project will be substantial conformance with the project description booklet entitled '15th Str Townhomes' by the Olson Company, dated May 28, 2003. unissioner Tucker noted for the record that he had reviewed the staff rep, the minutes, did not attend the last meeting, but is in support of this project. Chairperson Kiser also noted that he had reviewed the staff report and the •of the last meeting and is prepared to vote on this matter. He then n information on compliance with exterior noise level standard. Clauson stated that this refers to noise from air conditioning units and hanical equipment. Selich accepted the additional condition. Ayes: Toerge, McDaniel, Kiser, Selich and Tucker Noes: None Absent: None abstain: Gifford FECT: R & D Sandwich Bar (PA2003 -106) 555 Newport Center Drive t for a Use Permit pursuant to the Alcoholic Beverage Outlet Ordinan to authorize the sale of alcoholic beverages for on -site consumption at :d restaurant to be located within Fashion Island. Ms. Temple noted a correction to condition 5 within the draft resolution, that the hours of operation be from 9:00 a.m. instead of 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Chairman Kiser noted condition 1, the date of April 9, 2003 for the plans. Ms. Slaven confirmed that this was the date provided by the architect. Page 4 of 7 ITEM NO.3 PA2003 -106 Approved file: //F: \USERS\PLN \Shared \ginger \2003PC \0605.HTM 06/20/2003 • Planning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 Page 5 of 7 Public comment was opened. Jason Smith, Fancher Development spoke representing the applicant noting that he has read, understands and agrees to the conditions and the modifications made. At Commission inquiry, he noted that food will be served at all times the establishment is opened. Public comment was closed. Motion was made by Commissioner Gifford to approve Use Permit No. 2003 -117 subject to the findings and conditions of approval included with the attached resolution and subject to the change indicated by staff. Ayes: Toerge, McDaniel, Kiser, Gifford, Selich and Tucker Noes: None Absent: None Abstain: None SUBJECT: Velardo Variance and Modification (PA2003 -048) ITEM NOA 3809 Channel Place PA2003 -048 Request for a Variance to allow a proposed single - family residence to exceed the Continued to established floor area limit and a Modification Permit to allow the proposed 08/07/2003 residence to encroach within the front, side and rear setbacks. Ms. Temple stated that staff has discovered some new law as it relates to this item. The Planning Commission is not able to act in the affirmative for a variance at this time because a Certificate of Compliance must be completed before any development approval is granted according to the Subdivision Map Act. Because of that, staff recommends continuation to August 7, 2003. Chairperson Kiser noted that it is to the benefit of members of the audience to have the public hearing at the August 7th meeting. Commissioner McDaniel noted that at the August 7th meeting there will be two new members of the Commission and noted that he is in favor of this continuance. Motion was made by Commissioner McDaniel to continue this item to August 7, 2003. Ayes: Toerge, McDaniel, Kiser, Gifford, Selich and Tucker Noes: None Absent: None Abstain: None SUBJECT: Larry and Jackie Dodd (PA2003 -072) ITEM NO.5 254 Poppy Avenue PA2003 -072 Request to establish grade pursuant to Section 20.65.030.B.3 for the remodel of Continued to existing single family residence located in Corona del Mar. The applicant 07/17/2003 file: //F:\ USERS\ PLN \Sharedlginger12003PC\0605.HTM 06/20/2003 n L...J • 0 Planning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 Page 6 of 7 proposes to add a second story and roof deck to the existing residence. Ms. Temple noted that staff is recommending that this item be continued to July 17, 2003. Motion was made by Commissioner Gifford to continue this item to July 17, 2003 Ayes: Toerge, McDaniel, Kiser, Gifford, Selich and Tucker Noes: None Absent: None Abstain: None ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: ADDITIONAL BUSINESS a. City Council Follow -up - Ms. Temple noted that the resignation of Commissioner Agajanian was accepted with regret; the Code Amendment .regarding the Alcoholic Beverage Outlet Ordinance was approved; Council redistricting alternative was adopted; and requested the City Attorney's office to draft a report regarding the comments received by the Commission at the last meeting from Councilmember Nichols. b. Oral report from Planning Commission's representative to the Economic Development Committee - no meeting. c. Report from Planning Commission's representatives to the General Plan Update Committee - no meeting. d. Report from Planning Commission's representative to the Local Coastal Plan Update Committee - no meeting. e. Matters which a Planning Commissioner would like staff to report on at a subsequent meeting - none. f. Matters which a Planning Commissioner may wish to place on a future agenda for action and staff report - none. g. Status Reports on Planning Commission requests - revised listing has been distributed; additional information regarding requirements for dedication of right of way will be on the next agenda if possible or the meeting in July; Ms. Clauson distributed copies of the City Attorney's staff report that will be considered by the City Council at the next meeting on Tuesday, June 10th. It. Project status - the contract authorization for the Environmental Impact Report for the St. Andrew's church expansion is slated for the next City Council meeting. i. Requests for excused absences - Commissioner Toerge will be away on July 17, 2003. ADJOURNMENT: 7:15 p.m. IADJOURN MENT PATRICIA L. TEMPLE, SECRETARY EX- OFFICIO file: //F: \USERS\PLN \Shared \ginger\2003PC\0605.HTM 06/20/2003 0 • i Planning Commission Minutes 05/22/2003 Page 7 of 7 I CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION I I file: //F: \USERS\PLN\Shared \ginger \2003PC \0605.HTM 06/20/2003