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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-05-21; Planning Commission; MinutesPlanning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 1 Minutes of: PLANNING COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 6:00 p.m. Date of Meeting: May 21,2014 Place of Meeting: COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Black called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner L'Heureux led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Black, Commissioners Anderson, L'Heureux, Scully, Segall and Siekmann Absent: None STAFF PRESENT Don Neu, City Planner Jane Mobaldi, Assistant City Attorney Chris DeCerbo, Principal Planner Christer Westman, Senior Planner Greg Fisher, Assistant Planner Chris Garcia, Junior Planner Doug Bilse, City Traffic Engineer Jason Geldert, Senior Engineer David Rick, Associate Engineer Farah Nisan, Senior Office Specialist Cecelia Fernandez, Office Specialist II PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Black asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting from May 7, 2014. Commissioner Siekmann stated her corrections to the minutes on page 6, last paragraph striking out "feels the Commission wants to make all the changes downtown and she." MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Scully and duly seconded by commissioner L'Heureux, that the Planning Commission approve the minutes from the Regular Meeting of May 7, 2014. VOTE: 6-0 AYES: Chairperson Black, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner L'Heureux, Commissioner Scully, Commissioner Siekmann and Commissioner Segall NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Planning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 2 PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Chairperson Black asked Mr. DeCerbo to introduce the first item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 1. 1. SDP 14-04(A)/SUP 98-03(D) - VIASAT HEADQUARTERS BUILDING ONE SITE ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS - Request for the approval of a Site Development Plan Amendment and Scenic Corridor Special Use Permit Amendment to allow for a median break in the public right-of-way along El Camino Real at the intersection of Gateway Road to accommodate a northbound left turn/U-turn lane. This access improvement will require minor modifications to ViaSat's existing campus (Parcel 1/Headquarters Building 1) on property generally located on the west side of El Camino Real, south of Palomar Airport Road in Local Facilities Management Zone 17. The City Planner has determined that this project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301(c) "Existing Facilities" and 15332 "In-Fill Development Projects" of the State CEQA Guidelines and will not have any adverse significant impact on the environment. Mr. DeCerbo introduced Agenda Item 1 and stated Assistant Planner Greg Fisher, and City Traffic Engineer Doug Bilse would make the staff presentation. Mr. Fisher gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Black asked if there were any questions of Staff. Commissioner Segall asked if the limit line of the intersection would meet the pedestrian crosswalk as vehicles make the right turn. Mr. Bilse replied stating only when the pedestrian phase is on, the intersection light will remain red. Commissioner Segall asked if the pavement on the street will match the parking lot. Mr. Bilse stated saw cuts in the asphalt and decorative pavement would match the concrete to the parking lot. Chairperson Black asked if there were any further questions of Staff. Commissioner Siekmann inquired about the exterior lighting at night for the intersection. Mr. Bilse stated the intersection will have safety lighting and the walkway will be lit with lower voltage. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if in-pavement reflectors for the crosswalk were considered. Mr. Bilse stated that in-pavement reflectors are used at un-signalized intersections and that it would conflict with the intersection safety. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if the signal apparatus immediately to the left of the intersection on southbound El Camino Real, will be activated during a left turn. Mr. Bilse stated the intersection was going to run like a full intersection. Commissioner Anderson asked if ViaSat will be responsible for all improvement costs. Mr. Bilse stated yes, ViaSat will be responsible for the capital improvements and the City will be responsible for the maintenance of median landscaping. Commissioner Segall asked if there were any reason why the intersection was not in a "T" shape. Mr. Bilse stated that ViaSat Headquarters did not want traffic coming in from one driveway that may congest the driveway to the parking lot. Commissioner Siekmann asked if the intersection will be synchronized with other traffic signals. Mr. Bilse stated yes. Chairperson Black asked if there were any further questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant would like to make a presentation. Bob Rota, 6155 El Camino Real, Facilities Director, gave a brief presentation and stated that he was available to answer any questions. Chairperson Black asked if there any questions of the applicant. Planning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 3 Commissioner L'Heureux asked if the traffic improvements will be complete prior to occupancy. Mr. Rota replied stating the improvements will begin in August and will be complete at the end of the year. Commissioner Segall asked if the treatment in the street will match the pavement in the parking lot. Mr. Rota stated that the concrete walk path will complement the pattern in the parking lot. Commissioner Siekmann inquired about Viasat's attempts to move during construction and the impacts on traffic. Mr. Rota stated ViaSat's construction hours are desired after business hours and on weekends. Chairperson Black asked if there were any members of the audience who wished to speak on the item. Seeing none, he opened and closed public testimony. Chairperson Black asked if there were any further questions of staff. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if there was a condition in the resolution that ties the installation of the intersection to the final occupancy of this project. Mr. Fisher stated no. DISCUSSION Commissioner Segall stated he can support the project. Commissioner Siekmann stated she can also support the project and thanked staff and ViaSat. Commissioner Anderson stated that she can support the project. Commissioner L'Heureux commented that it was a great addition to the city and he can support the project. Commissioner Scully stated her concurrence with her fellow commissioners and she can support the project. Chairperson Black stated he can support the project and thanked staff and ViaSat for their presentations. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Scully and duly seconded by Commissioner Segall, that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7050 approving Site Development Plan Amendment (SDP 14-04(A)) and Scenic Corridor Special Use Permit Amendment (SUP 98-03(D)), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. VOTE: 6-0 AYES: Chairperson Black, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner L'Heureux, Commissioner Scully, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Black closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 1, asked Mr. DeCerbo to introduce the next item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 2. Planning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 4 2. CDP 14-01/SUP 14-01 - TABATA 10 - Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit and a Special Use Permit to allow for the construction of 26 single family residences on a 10.16 acre site generally located at the northeast end of Camino Hills Drive along the southwest side of El Camino Real within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and within Local Facilities Management Zone 24. This project is not located within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission. The City Planner determined that the proposed project is within the scope ofthe previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for Tabata 10 - GPA 06-04/LCPA 06-02/ZC 06-03/CT 06-13/SUP 06-08/HDP 07-03/CDP 06-19. Mr. DeCerbo introduced Agenda Item 2 and stated Junior Planner Chris Garcia would make the staff presentation. Mr. Garcia gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Black asked if there were any questions of Staff. Commissioner Segall inquired about the street names on all four sides of the development. Mr. Garcia stated the street names of the project are pending approval. Commissioner Segall asked if the police and fire departments had any involvement in naming the streets. Mr. Garcia stated yes, the names require approval from the police and fire department. Commissioner Siekmann inquired about the homes that will have the inclusionary units. Mr. Garcia stated the applicant will have the exact lot numbers. Commissioner Anderson inquired about the width of the turnaround space for emergency vehicles. Jason Geldert, Senior Engineer, stated the turnaround is not necessary because it is a loop utilized for emergency vehicles. Commissioner Anderson asked about the height of the berm. Mr. Geldert stated the slopes are not steep. Commissioner L'Heureux inquired about the location of the pedestrian access to El Camino Real. Mr. Garcia stated the intersection is located between Jackspar and College. Chairperson Black asked if there were any further questions of Staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Brian Nestoroff, 598 Via Caballo, San Marcos, Project Manager for Lennar, gave a brief presentation and stated he would answer any questions. Chairperson Black asked if there any questions of the applicant. Commissioner Siekmann asked which lots will have the inclusionary housing. Mr. Nestoroff replied stating lots 9, 11, 17, 24, and 26. Chairperson Black asked if there any further questions of the applicant. Commissioner Siekmann asked if drought tolerant landscaping will be used. Mr. Nestoroff stated yes and that there will also be vines that will be planted to go over the wall. Jane Mobaldi, Assistant City Attorney, stated that the inclusionary units that are going to satisfy the affordability requirement will be restricted both in terms of rent and income qualification for 55 years, which is provided for in the affordable housing agreement. Chairperson Black asked if there were any further questions of the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if there were any members of the audience who wished to speak on Item 2. Chairperson Black opened public testimony. Bruce Tillman, 5352 Forecastle Court, stated his privacy concerns with the tree removal and if they were being replaced. Planning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 5 Commissioner Segall asked Mr. Tillman to point out the location of the trees that were being removed during construction. Mr. Tillman pointed to the properties to the immediate north on the PowerPoint presentation. Chairperson Black asked if there were any other members ofthe audience who wished to speak on Agenda Item 2. Seeing none, he closed public testimony and asked if staff would respond Mr. Tillman's concerns. Commissioner Siekmann asked about the height of the proposed retaining wall. Mr. Geldert stated 5 feet. Commissioner L'Heureux asked the applicant to respond to residents' privacy concerns with the landscaping and if he was willing to accommodate and replace what was removed. Mr. Nestoroff stated that some ofthe trees will be removed, and some will remain. Commissioner Segall asked if staff would respond to the concerns from Alex Szabo's letter. Mr. Geldert stated that adjustments will be made in the field to the landscape irrigation. Chairperson Black asked if there were any further questions of staff. Commissioner L'Heureux noted that a condition should be added to the resolution to add enhanced landscaping to give privacy to the existing residents to the immediate north. DISCUSSION Commissioner Segall stated he can support the project and it will be a good addition to the city. Commissioner Siekmann also stated she can support the project. Commissioner Anderson stated that she can support the project. Commissioner L'Heureux stated he can support the project. Commissioner Scully stated she can also support the project. Chairperson Black agrees with his fellow commissioner's comments and he can support the project. Ms. Mobaldi stated the added condition for the Special Use Permit should read "developer will add enhanced landscaping to include trees to screen the project from the 3 homes to the immediate north subject to the approval of the City Planner". MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Scully and duly seconded by Commissioner Segall, that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 7051 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 14-01 and Special Use Permit SUP 14-01, based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. VOTE: 6-0 AYES: Chairperson Black, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner L'Heureux, Commissioner Scully, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Black closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 2, asked Mr. DeCerbo to introduce the next item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 3. Planning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 6 3. CT 13-06/PUD 13-11 - LA COSTA VILLAS - Request for approval of a Tentative Tract Map and Planned Development Permit to develop an 8-unit multi-family residential condominium project on a 0.39 acre infill site generally located on the south side of Gibraltar Street, west of Jerez Court, and in Local Facilities Management Zone 6. The City Planner has determined that this project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15332 "In-Fill Development Projects" of the State CEQA Guidelines and will not have any adverse significant impact on the environment. Mr. DeCerbo introduced Agenda Item 3 and stated Senior Planner Christer Westman would make the staff presentation. Mr. Westman gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Black asked if there were any questions of Staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant would like to make a presentation. The applicant stated no. Commissioner Siekmann inquired about the designs ofthe structure that implement cooling from the ocean breeze and the warming from the sun. Charles Heincy, 32312 Shellac Court, Winchester, the applicant, stated that both buildings face north and south where cross ventilation occurs and that the buildings were designed to accommodate future solar panels. Chairperson Black asked if there any further questions of the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if there were any members of the audience who wished to speak on the item. Seeing none, he opened and closed public testimony on Agenda Item 3. Chairperson Black opened and closed public testimony on Agenda Item 3. DISCUSSION Commissioner Segall stated he can support the project. Commissioner Siekmann she can also support the project. Commissioner Anderson stated that she can support the project. Commissioner L'Heureux stated he can support the project. Commissioner Scully stated she can support the project. Chairperson Black stated he can also support the project. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Scully and duly seconded by Commissioner Segall, that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7052 approving a Tentative Tract Map (CT 13-06) and Planned Development Permit (PUD 13-11), based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. VOTE: 6-0 AYES: Chairperson Black, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner L'Heureux, Commissioner Scully, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann NOES; None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Black closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 3 and thanked Staff for their presentations. Planning Commission Minutes May 21,2014 Page 7 COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioners Segall, Siekmann, Anderson L'Heureux, Scully and Chairperson Black thanked the fire fighters, police department and complimented staff for all their dedication during the recent wild fire. CITY PLANNER COMMENTS None. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of May 21, 2014, was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. DON NEU City Planner Farah Nisan Minutes Clerk