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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board (west side of Council Chamber) and the Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2008.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Scott noted his abstention on Item 4A due to his absence on July 9th.
The Director of Planning Services requested Items 2B and 3A continued to an undetermined date.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chairman Hochanadel opened Public Comments; there being no appearances Public Comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D as part of the Consent Calendar; and continue Items 2B and 3A to an undetermined date. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.
Vote to Approve To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D as part of the Consent Calendar; and continue Items 2B and 3A to an undetermined date. (Approved)
1A. Minutes of June 25, 2008.
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1B. Case 3.2667 MAJ Time Extension - A request for a one-year time extension by Virgil Havener for the development of a four-unit, single story apartment complex (two bedrooms each) located at 563 El Placer Road, Zone R2, Section 19, APN: 680-035-014. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1C. Case 3.2668 MAJ Time Extension - An request for a one-year time extension by Virgil Havener for the development of a four-unit, single story apartment complex (two bedrooms each) located at 549 El Placer Road, Zone R2, Section 19, APN: 680-035-016. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1D. Case 3.1516 MAJ - An application by Desert Air Conditioning for a two-story addition to an existing industrial building located at 590 Williams Road, Zone M-1, Section 19, APN: 680-101-016. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
2. MISCELLANEOUS:
2A. Case 08-027 LUP (Sossa’s Market) - An application by Patrick Meaney for a free-standing ice vending machine located at 3700 East Vista Chino Road, Zone M-1-P, Section 6, APN: 677-040-027. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician)
Scott Taschner, Planning Technician, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 23, 2008.
Commissioner Caffery noted that he prefers terracotta for the color of the parapet rather than blue to match the existing building.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Scott, seconded by Donenfeld.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
2B. Case 3.1142 MAA - An appeal of the Director’s Decision to approve tree removal and replacement for the property known as Twin Palms Condominiums (formerly known as Canyon South) located at Zone R-1-C, Section 26, APN: 511-541-001 - 016 and 511-542-001 - 020. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)
Motion to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.
Vote to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. (Approved)
3. OTHER BUSINESS:
3A. Architectural Advisory Committee: Declaration of Vacancy, and Establishment of Terms.
Motion to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.
Vote to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. (Approved)
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
4A. Case 5.1184 CUP / 6.510 VAR (Palm Springs Recycling) - An application by Rick Bracamonte for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a recycling center located at 280 Oasis Road, Zone M-1, Section 34, APN: 669-444-013. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner) (Continued from the July 9th meeting.)
Commissioner Scott left the Council Chamber at 1:45 p.m.
David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 23, 2008. Mr. Newell reported that code enforcement has received five complaints from separate property owners within the last year mainly due to maintenance issues.
Chairman Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing:
-Peter Bochnewich, legal counsel for the applicant, provided further details pertaining to the complaints received toward the applicant. Mr. Bochnewich requested consideration be given for the property improvements and stringent conditions and requested a 10 year time limit on the conditional use permit.
-Gary Jacobs, Palm Springs, property owner across the street, stated that he is not opposed to the recycling center but would like a stipulation that the applicant is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of his property.
-Jerry Johnson, Palm Springs, pastor of church next door, concerned with the upkeep and maintenance of the property. Mr. Johnson requested the new height of the wall conceals the stacked materials to prevent debris from blowing onto neighboring properties.
-Frank Burgess, Palm Springs, adjacent neighbor, stated that he is not in opposition to to the recycling center, however, questioned the zoning for this site. Mr. Burgess requested condition #5 changed to "shall" rather than "may"; fire condition #4 pertaining to storage height not to exceed 10 feet; and submittal of plans in less than one year.
-Peter Bochnewich, applicant response, addressed the neighbor’s property maintenance concerns.
There being no further appearances the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Donenfeld noted that he is in favor of a five year time time limit because of the inconsistency of current zoning and the general plan goals for this area.
Discussion occurred on the wall height and a provision to control debris from blowing off site.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
Direct staff to return with a final resolution with the following changes:
-Condition #1C - The height of the wall block wall to be ten feet in height.
-Condition #4 - The Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of
approval. The Variance to run concurrently for a period of five (5) years.
-Condition #5 and #8 - To include a performance provision to control debris from blowing off-site.
-Fire Condition #4 and #13 - Staff to work with the fire department to clarify storage height.
-Street Condition #2 change to #1D. To submit street improvement plans within 6 months and construction completed within 12 months of approval date.
Moved by Caffery, seconded by Vice Chairman Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
Direct staff to return with a final resolution with the following changes:
-Condition #1C - The height of the wall block wall to be ten feet in height.
-Condition #4 - The Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of
approval. The Variance to run concurrently for a period of five (5) years.
-Condition #5 and #8 - To include a performance provision to control debris from blowing off-site.
-Fire Condition #4 and #13 - Staff to work with the fire department to clarify storage height.
-Street Condition #2 change to #1D. To submit street improvement plans within 6 months and construction completed within 12 months of approval date.
(Approved)
Commissioner Scott re-entered the Council Chamber at 2:32 p.m.
4B. Case 5.1128 CUP / 6.501 VAR (Easy Lube) - An application by Endure Investments, LLC, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction and operation of an automobile service station and a Variance to reduce setbacks located at the southeast corner of Gene Autry Trail and Mission Road, Zone M-1-P, Section 17, APN: 677-280-041. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)
David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 23, 2008.
Chairman Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing:
-Jack Kurchian, Endure Investments, developer, addressed the design and orientation of the site. Mr. Kurchian provided further details pertaining to landscape berming and hours of operation.
There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed.
Discussion occurred on the potential noise to the adjacent residential homes (air tools and the car wash drying cycle) during the evening hours. Staff noted this area is the main delivery access for deliveries to Home Depot.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
-The hours of operaton for the automobile use and car wash facility shall be from7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
-Revise Condition #8 (Final Design): "Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for approval by the
Planning Commission
prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office prior to submittal." Moved by Scott, seconded by Vice Chairman Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
-The hours of operaton for the automobile use and car wash facility shall be from7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
-Revise Condition #8 (Final Design): "Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for approval by the
Planning Commission
prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office prior to submittal." (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:
Commissioner Donenfeld noted that the Architectural Advisory Committee has requested a joint meeting with the Planning Commission. Staff responded that the next study session of August 6th would be appropriate for this joint meeting. Chair Hochanadel suggested confirmation of this date with the members of the AAC so that the majority will be in attendance.
PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Mr. Ewing reported that the State has adopted a bill extending one (1) additional year to tentative tract maps and provided further details.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments the meeting adjourned at 3:01 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 1:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
The agenda was available for public access at the City Hall exterior bulletin board (west side of Council Chamber) and the Planning Services counter by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2008.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Scott noted his abstention on Item 4A due to his absence on July 9th.
The Director of Planning Services requested Items 2B and 3A continued to an undetermined date.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Chairman Hochanadel opened Public Comments; there being no appearances Public Comments was closed.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D as part of the Consent Calendar; and continue Items 2B and 3A to an undetermined date. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.
Vote to Approve To approve, Items 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D as part of the Consent Calendar; and continue Items 2B and 3A to an undetermined date. (Approved)
1A. Minutes of June 25, 2008.
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1B. Case 3.2667 MAJ Time Extension - A request for a one-year time extension by Virgil Havener for the development of a four-unit, single story apartment complex (two bedrooms each) located at 563 El Placer Road, Zone R2, Section 19, APN: 680-035-014. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1C. Case 3.2668 MAJ Time Extension - An request for a one-year time extension by Virgil Havener for the development of a four-unit, single story apartment complex (two bedrooms each) located at 549 El Placer Road, Zone R2, Section 19, APN: 680-035-016. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
1D. Case 3.1516 MAJ - An application by Desert Air Conditioning for a two-story addition to an existing industrial building located at 590 Williams Road, Zone M-1, Section 19, APN: 680-101-016. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)
Approved, as part of the Consent Calendar.
2. MISCELLANEOUS:
2A. Case 08-027 LUP (Sossa’s Market) - An application by Patrick Meaney for a free-standing ice vending machine located at 3700 East Vista Chino Road, Zone M-1-P, Section 6, APN: 677-040-027. (Project Planner: Scott Taschner, Planning Technician)
Scott Taschner, Planning Technician, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 23, 2008.
Commissioner Caffery noted that he prefers terracotta for the color of the parapet rather than blue to match the existing building.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. Moved by Scott, seconded by Donenfeld.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval. (Approved)
2B. Case 3.1142 MAA - An appeal of the Director’s Decision to approve tree removal and replacement for the property known as Twin Palms Condominiums (formerly known as Canyon South) located at Zone R-1-C, Section 26, APN: 511-541-001 - 016 and 511-542-001 - 020. (Project Planner: Craig A. Ewing, Director of Planning Services)
Motion to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.
Vote to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. (Approved)
3. OTHER BUSINESS:
3A. Architectural Advisory Committee: Declaration of Vacancy, and Establishment of Terms.
Motion to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. Moved by Caffery, seconded by Scott.
Vote to Table To continue, to an undetermined date. (Approved)
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
4A. Case 5.1184 CUP / 6.510 VAR (Palm Springs Recycling) - An application by Rick Bracamonte for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a recycling center located at 280 Oasis Road, Zone M-1, Section 34, APN: 669-444-013. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner) (Continued from the July 9th meeting.)
Commissioner Scott left the Council Chamber at 1:45 p.m.
David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 23, 2008. Mr. Newell reported that code enforcement has received five complaints from separate property owners within the last year mainly due to maintenance issues.
Chairman Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing:
-Peter Bochnewich, legal counsel for the applicant, provided further details pertaining to the complaints received toward the applicant. Mr. Bochnewich requested consideration be given for the property improvements and stringent conditions and requested a 10 year time limit on the conditional use permit.
-Gary Jacobs, Palm Springs, property owner across the street, stated that he is not opposed to the recycling center but would like a stipulation that the applicant is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of his property.
-Jerry Johnson, Palm Springs, pastor of church next door, concerned with the upkeep and maintenance of the property. Mr. Johnson requested the new height of the wall conceals the stacked materials to prevent debris from blowing onto neighboring properties.
-Frank Burgess, Palm Springs, adjacent neighbor, stated that he is not in opposition to to the recycling center, however, questioned the zoning for this site. Mr. Burgess requested condition #5 changed to "shall" rather than "may"; fire condition #4 pertaining to storage height not to exceed 10 feet; and submittal of plans in less than one year.
-Peter Bochnewich, applicant response, addressed the neighbor’s property maintenance concerns.
There being no further appearances the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Donenfeld noted that he is in favor of a five year time time limit because of the inconsistency of current zoning and the general plan goals for this area.
Discussion occurred on the wall height and a provision to control debris from blowing off site.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
Direct staff to return with a final resolution with the following changes:
-Condition #1C - The height of the wall block wall to be ten feet in height.
-Condition #4 - The Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of
approval. The Variance to run concurrently for a period of five (5) years.
-Condition #5 and #8 - To include a performance provision to control debris from blowing off-site.
-Fire Condition #4 and #13 - Staff to work with the fire department to clarify storage height.
-Street Condition #2 change to #1D. To submit street improvement plans within 6 months and construction completed within 12 months of approval date.
Moved by Caffery, seconded by Vice Chairman Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
Direct staff to return with a final resolution with the following changes:
-Condition #1C - The height of the wall block wall to be ten feet in height.
-Condition #4 - The Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of
approval. The Variance to run concurrently for a period of five (5) years.
-Condition #5 and #8 - To include a performance provision to control debris from blowing off-site.
-Fire Condition #4 and #13 - Staff to work with the fire department to clarify storage height.
-Street Condition #2 change to #1D. To submit street improvement plans within 6 months and construction completed within 12 months of approval date.
(Approved)
Commissioner Scott re-entered the Council Chamber at 2:32 p.m.
4B. Case 5.1128 CUP / 6.501 VAR (Easy Lube) - An application by Endure Investments, LLC, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction and operation of an automobile service station and a Variance to reduce setbacks located at the southeast corner of Gene Autry Trail and Mission Road, Zone M-1-P, Section 17, APN: 677-280-041. (Project Planner: David A. Newell, Associate Planner)
David A. Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 23, 2008.
Chairman Hochanadel opened the Public Hearing:
-Jack Kurchian, Endure Investments, developer, addressed the design and orientation of the site. Mr. Kurchian provided further details pertaining to landscape berming and hours of operation.
There being no further appearances the public hearing was closed.
Discussion occurred on the potential noise to the adjacent residential homes (air tools and the car wash drying cycle) during the evening hours. Staff noted this area is the main delivery access for deliveries to Home Depot.
Motion to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
-The hours of operaton for the automobile use and car wash facility shall be from7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
-Revise Condition #8 (Final Design): "Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for approval by the
Planning Commission
prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office prior to submittal." Moved by Scott, seconded by Vice Chairman Cohen.
Vote to To approve, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended:
-The hours of operaton for the automobile use and car wash facility shall be from7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
-Revise Condition #8 (Final Design): "Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for approval by the
Planning Commission
prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office prior to submittal." (Approved)
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS:
Commissioner Donenfeld noted that the Architectural Advisory Committee has requested a joint meeting with the Planning Commission. Staff responded that the next study session of August 6th would be appropriate for this joint meeting. Chair Hochanadel suggested confirmation of this date with the members of the AAC so that the majority will be in attendance.
PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Mr. Ewing reported that the State has adopted a bill extending one (1) additional year to tentative tract maps and provided further details.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further comments the meeting adjourned at 3:01 p.m.
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