Staff Liaisons:
Flinn Fagg, AICP, Director of Planning Services
Michael Daudt, City Attorney
Terri Hintz, Planning Administrative Coordinator
Savat Khamphou, Assistant Director of Public Works
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner
Glenn Mlaker, AICP, Assistant Planner
David A. Newell, Associate Planner

1B. JAMES VAN DUYN FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF AN ADDITION AND RENOVATION TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2420 TUSCAN ROAD, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.3518 MAJ). (KL)

Approved, as submitted.

1C. RODNEY DREW FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF A 672-SQUARE FOOT FREESTANDING CARPORT ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 985 VIA LIVORNO, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.3799 MAA). (GM)

Approved, as submitted.

2A. CONT'D - GANDO PROPERTIES FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMATE 96,445 SQUARE FEET OFFICE SPACE, WAREHOUSE AND SELF-STORAGE FACILITY ON AN APPROXIMATE 4.5-ACRE PARCEL AND A VARIANCE APPLICATION SEEKING FOR THE REDUCTION OF SIDE-YARD SETBACKS LOCATED AT THE SOUTH EAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRIAL AND TACHEVAH DRIVE, M-1-P (CASE 3.3830 MAJ/6.542 VAR). (ER)

Director Fagg noted that the applicant is submitting revised plans and requested this item be continued to June 10, 2015.

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of June 10, 2015. Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of June 10, 2015. (Approved)

2B. CONT'D - SPECTRUM SERVICES (VERIZON WIRELESS) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY-FIVE (55) FOOT TALL TALL MONOPOLE STRUCTURE (DESIGNED AS A PALM TREE) WITH ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER AND A VARIANCE REQUEST TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, ZONE M-1-P (CASE NOS. 5.1315 CUP & 6.531 VAR). (GM)

Assistant Planner Mlaker provided an update on the project as outlined in the staff report.

Commissioner Weremiuk disclosed that she lives in the Escena development but has no relationship with the delcarant or interest in the golf course maintenance.

Chair Hudson opened the public hearing:

-MIKE HAYES, applicant, representing Verizon Wireless, stated it was his understanding at the subcommittee meeting that they could fit in the palm trees without pulling out any Palo Verdes.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Commissioner Middleton commented she met with the applicant, as part of the subcommittee meeting and provided a recap of their discussion, as follows:

1. Interspersed planting of three Palm trees between existing trees.
2. No existing Palo Verdes removed.
3. Improve the maintenance of the property.

Commissioner Weremiuk requested Code Enforcement follow-up with Escena regarding the dead Palo Verde tree and weeds.

She confirmed that she walked the site (disclosed at previous meeting) and there is no impact from the views of the homes in Escena.

Motion to approve

Recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Variance to the City Council, with conditions, as amended:

1. Planting of three (3) 25 - 30 foot tall fan palms in the landscaped area adjacent to San Joaquin Drive
to provide screening for the adjacent Dream Homes neighborhood.

Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve

(Approved)

2C. CONT'D - NEW CHURCH II, LLC FOR A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW APPLICATIONS TO RENOVATE EXISTING HISTORIC STRUCTURES AND CONSTRUCT A BANQUET SPACE AND THREE-STORY HOTEL TO OPERATE A 93-ROOM HOTEL WITH RESTAURANT AND ACCESSORY COMMERCIAL USES ON 3.1-ACRES LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BARISTO ROAD AND BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3, (CASE 5.1345 GPA, PD 372, CUP AND 3.0678 MAJ). (DN)

Director Fagg requested a continuance of this item to June 10, 2015.

Motion to approve Continue to date certain of June 10, 2015. Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve Continue to date certain of June 10, 2015. (Approved)

2D. STEPHEN WOOSTER, ON BEHALF OF THE EDWARD M. OGDEN REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A COCKTAIL LOUNGE AND NIGHTCLUB USE WITHIN AN EXISTING RESTAURANT AT 2080 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE (5.1166 CUP). (FF)

Director Fagg presented the proposed project for a cocktail lounge and nightclub use as outlined in the staff report.

The Commission asked for clarification on:

-Upgrading the appliances and/or fixtures to current water conservation standards;
-Occupancy limit and parking requirements;
-Compliance with the Noise Ordinance;
-Is restaurant use permissible?
-Consideration given to traffic control for two nightclubs in this area?

Chair Hudson opened the public hearing:

STEPHEN WOOSTER, applicant, was available for questions from the Commission.

GEORGE MELTON, representing Tangerine Court HOA, expressed concern with noise and traffic in this area.

STEPHEN WOOSTER, applicant, clarified that the roof deck opens up; however, one of the conditions is to keep it closed.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Commissioner Roberts noted that this building is adequately parked and if there are traffic problems they may be coming from other businesses. He pointed out that there are a lot of accidents with pedestrian crossing in this area and it would be a great location to install a crosswalk.

Commissioner Lowe said he is pleased to see that this building will be occupied; however, he is concerned with the traffic issues in this area.

Assistant Director of Public Works, Savat Khamphou indicated that Cal Trans is taking a lead on the traffic issues in this area and staff will follow up.

The Commission questioned and/or commented on:

-Does project meet current building code (energy and water standards)?
-Concern with imposing a condition for newer building codes - this is a global issue;
-Newer building - possibly work with staff on creating guidelines;
-Decibel readings for establishment;
-Maintain accurate records of complaints (decibel readings).

Commissioner Weremiuk commented that she would be voting in opposition of the project because of her concern with the existing fixtures not being at the current building code for water usage.

Motion to approve Approve, subject to Conditions, as amended:

1. Return to the Planning Commission for review in one (1) year. Moved by Commissioner Roberts, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Approve, subject to Conditions, as amended:

1. Return to the Planning Commission for review in one (1) year. (Approved)

2E. MICHAEL FRICK FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A 497-SQUARE FOOT DETACHED CASITA WITHOUT KITCHEN FACILITIES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2141 EAST CALLE LILETA, ZONE R-1-C (CASE NO. 5.1364 CUP). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed project to construct a detached casita as outlined in the staff report.

Commissioner Weremiuk asked for clarification on the effective date of the new ordinance.

Chair Hudson opened the public hearing:

STAN POLLAKUSKY, project designer, explained that the casita that will be used for the homeowner guests and does not believe the noise concern is valid.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Motion to approve

Approve, subject to conditions, as amended:

1. Add language to conform with the new Ordinance relating to the rental of Accessory-Second Dwelling Units for periods of less than 30 days.

Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve

Approve, subject to conditions, as amended:

1. Add language to conform with the new Ordinance relating to the rental of Accessory-Second Dwelling Units for periods of less than 30 days.

(Approved)

2F. GERGIS YOUSEF FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO EXPAND THE EXISTING RETAIL SPACE FOR AN EXISTING GAS STATION LOCATED AT 2796 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1 (CASE 5.0712 CUP). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed request to expand the retail space for the existing gas station.

The Commission questioned and/or commented on the following issues:

-Significant architecture;
-Review by the Historic Site Preservation Board and Architectural Advisory Committee;
-Enhancement of landscape plan;
-Deteriorating asphalt.

Chair Hudson opened the pubic hearing:

GERGIS YOUSEF, applicant, explained that no changes would be made to the building or canopy; the only change is to enclose the garage.

STAN POLLAKUSKY, project designer, does not understand why it must go for further review when no significant changes are being made.

There being no further speakers the public hearing was closed.

Chair Hudson said he is familiar with this building and feels this is a very important building. He spoke in favor of review by the Historic Site Preservation Board.

Commissioner Roberts appreciates the applicant's willingness to improve the building and preserve the character.

Commissioner Middleton thinks it is appropriate for the Historic Site Preservation Board to review this project. This will be beneficial to the preservation of this building - and will be a more economically viable building.

Motion to approve Return to the Historic Site Preservation Board to provide comments on the proposed addition and materials and;

-The applicant to consider providing a landscape (removal of turf) and asphalt plan. Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Return to the Historic Site Preservation Board to provide comments on the proposed addition and materials and;

-The applicant to consider providing a landscape (removal of turf) and asphalt plan. (Approved)

PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:

The Commission commented and/or asked for clarification on the following:

-Update on the recent water subcommittee meeting;
-PDD small lot subcommittee status update;
-Status report of approved projects;
-Downtown project status update.

PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:

*Discussion of potential Street Name Change Applications for Crossley Road and 34th Avenue.

Director Fagg provided details on the street name changes for Crossley Road and 34th Avenue.

Commissioner Calerdine is in favor of waiving the requirement of the initiation of the petition by 60% of the property owners.

Commissioner Roberts noted hesitancy in funding street signage for a certain neighborhood and suggested an alternate source (fundraising or Measure J).

Vice-Chair Klatchko requested clarification on the name change affecting the Golf Club Drive section.

The Commission requested that the Director initiate the street name change applications.

ADJOURNMENT:

The Planning Commission adjourned at 3:15 pm to 1:30 pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 E. Taqhuitz Canyon Way.

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CALL TO ORDER:

Chair Hudson called the meeting to order at 1:32 pm.

ROLL CALL:

Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 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 4:00 pm on Thursday, May 7, 2015.

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:

Commissioner Roberts requested the minutes pulled for corrections.

Chair Hudson noted that Item 2A would be continued.

The agenda was accepted, as amended.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Chair Hudson opened the public comments portion of the meeting and with no speakers coming forward public comments was closed.

1. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Motion to approve Approve Item 1B and 1C as part of the Consent Calendar. Moved by Vice-Chair Klatchko, seconded by Commissioner Roberts.

Vote to approve Approve Item 1B and 1C as part of the Consent Calendar. (Approved)

1A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 8 AND 22, 2015

Motion to approve Approve the minutes of April 8 and 22, 2015, as corrected. Moved by Commissioner Roberts, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Approve the minutes of April 8 and 22, 2015, as corrected. (Approved)

1B. JAMES VAN DUYN FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF AN ADDITION AND RENOVATION TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 2420 TUSCAN ROAD, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.3518 MAJ). (KL)

Approved, as submitted.

1C. RODNEY DREW FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF A 672-SQUARE FOOT FREESTANDING CARPORT ON A HILLSIDE LOT LOCATED AT 985 VIA LIVORNO, ZONE R-1-B (CASE 3.3799 MAA). (GM)

Approved, as submitted.

2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

2A. CONT'D - GANDO PROPERTIES FOR A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMATE 96,445 SQUARE FEET OFFICE SPACE, WAREHOUSE AND SELF-STORAGE FACILITY ON AN APPROXIMATE 4.5-ACRE PARCEL AND A VARIANCE APPLICATION SEEKING FOR THE REDUCTION OF SIDE-YARD SETBACKS LOCATED AT THE SOUTH EAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRIAL AND TACHEVAH DRIVE, M-1-P (CASE 3.3830 MAJ/6.542 VAR). (ER)

Director Fagg noted that the applicant is submitting revised plans and requested this item be continued to June 10, 2015.

Motion to approve Continue to a date certain of June 10, 2015. Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve Continue to a date certain of June 10, 2015. (Approved)

2B. CONT'D - SPECTRUM SERVICES (VERIZON WIRELESS) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY-FIVE (55) FOOT TALL TALL MONOPOLE STRUCTURE (DESIGNED AS A PALM TREE) WITH ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER AND A VARIANCE REQUEST TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, ZONE M-1-P (CASE NOS. 5.1315 CUP & 6.531 VAR). (GM)

Assistant Planner Mlaker provided an update on the project as outlined in the staff report.

Commissioner Weremiuk disclosed that she lives in the Escena development but has no relationship with the delcarant or interest in the golf course maintenance.

Commissioner Weremiuk requested Code Enforcement follow-up with Escena regarding the dead Palo Verde tree and weeds.

She confirmed that she walked the site (disclosed at previous meeting) and there is no impact from the views of the homes in Escena.

Motion to approve

Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve

(Approved)

2C. CONT'D - NEW CHURCH II, LLC FOR A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW APPLICATIONS TO RENOVATE EXISTING HISTORIC STRUCTURES AND CONSTRUCT A BANQUET SPACE AND THREE-STORY HOTEL TO OPERATE A 93-ROOM HOTEL WITH RESTAURANT AND ACCESSORY COMMERCIAL USES ON 3.1-ACRES LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BARISTO ROAD AND BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-3, (CASE 5.1345 GPA, PD 372, CUP AND 3.0678 MAJ). (DN)

Director Fagg requested a continuance of this item to June 10, 2015.

Motion to approve Continue to date certain of June 10, 2015. Moved by Commissioner Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve Continue to date certain of June 10, 2015. (Approved)

2D. STEPHEN WOOSTER, ON BEHALF OF THE EDWARD M. OGDEN REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A COCKTAIL LOUNGE AND NIGHTCLUB USE WITHIN AN EXISTING RESTAURANT AT 2080 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE (5.1166 CUP). (FF)

Director Fagg presented the proposed project for a cocktail lounge and nightclub use as outlined in the staff report.

Commissioner Lowe said he is pleased to see that this building will be occupied; however, he is concerned with the traffic issues in this area.

Assistant Director of Public Works, Savat Khamphou indicated that Cal Trans is taking a lead on the traffic issues in this area and staff will follow up.

Commissioner Weremiuk commented that she would be voting in opposition of the project because of her concern with the existing fixtures not being at the current building code for water usage.

Motion to approve Approve, subject to Conditions, as amended:

1. Return to the Planning Commission for review in one (1) year. Moved by Commissioner Roberts, seconded by Commissioner Lowe.

Vote to approve Approve, subject to Conditions, as amended:

1. Return to the Planning Commission for review in one (1) year. (Approved)

2E. MICHAEL FRICK FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A 497-SQUARE FOOT DETACHED CASITA WITHOUT KITCHEN FACILITIES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2141 EAST CALLE LILETA, ZONE R-1-C (CASE NO. 5.1364 CUP). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed project to construct a detached casita as outlined in the staff report.

Commissioner Weremiuk asked for clarification on the effective date of the new ordinance.

Motion to approve

Approve, subject to conditions, as amended:

1. Add language to conform with the new Ordinance relating to the rental of Accessory-Second Dwelling Units for periods of less than 30 days.

Moved by Commissioner Weremiuk, seconded by Commissioner Middleton.

Vote to approve

Approve, subject to conditions, as amended:

1. Add language to conform with the new Ordinance relating to the rental of Accessory-Second Dwelling Units for periods of less than 30 days.

(Approved)

2F. GERGIS YOUSEF FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO EXPAND THE EXISTING RETAIL SPACE FOR AN EXISTING GAS STATION LOCATED AT 2796 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1 (CASE 5.0712 CUP). (DN)

Associate Planner Newell presented the proposed request to expand the retail space for the existing gas station.

The Commission questioned and/or commented on the following issues:

-Significant architecture;
-Review by the Historic Site Preservation Board and Architectural Advisory Committee;
-Enhancement of landscape plan;
-Deteriorating asphalt.

Chair Hudson said he is familiar with this building and feels this is a very important building. He spoke in favor of review by the Historic Site Preservation Board.

Commissioner Roberts appreciates the applicant's willingness to improve the building and preserve the character.

PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMENTS:

PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:

*Discussion of potential Street Name Change Applications for Crossley Road and 34th Avenue.

Director Fagg provided details on the street name changes for Crossley Road and 34th Avenue.

Commissioner Calerdine is in favor of waiving the requirement of the initiation of the petition by 60% of the property owners.

Commissioner Roberts noted hesitancy in funding street signage for a certain neighborhood and suggested an alternate source (fundraising or Measure J).

Vice-Chair Klatchko requested clarification on the name change affecting the Golf Club Drive section.

The Commission requested that the Director initiate the street name change applications.

ADJOURNMENT:

The Planning Commission adjourned at 3:15 pm to 1:30 pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at City Hall, Council Chamber, 3200 E. Taqhuitz Canyon Way.

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