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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 2016-06-20City of Seal Beach — Planning Commission June 20. 2016 Chair Cummings called the regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. at the Marina Community Center and Commissioner Thomas led the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Cummings, Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Klinger Absent: None Staff Present: Jim Basham, Director of Community Development Amy Greyson, Assistant City Attorney Crystal Landavazo, Senior Planner Steven Fowler, Assistant Planner Dana Engstrom, Deputy City Clerk Winnie Bell, Executive Assistant APPROVAL OF AGENDA With no objections, Chair Cummings so ordered the approval of the agenda as presented. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Chair Cummings opened oral communications. Speakers: None. There being no one present to speak, Chair Cummings closed oral communications. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from June 6, 2016. Campbell moved, second by Machen, to approve the Planning Commission minutes of June 6, 2016. AYES: Cummings, Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Klinger NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried PUBLIC HEARING Page 2 — Planning Commission 6/20/2016 2. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 15 -7 and Mitigated Negative Declaration 12411 Seal Beach Blvd — Shops at Rossmoor Commercial Center Applicant: Martin Potts Request: Conditional Use Permit (CUP 15 -7) and Mitigated Negative Declaration, a request for a conditional use permit and associated Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program, to construct a 37,000 sq. ft. health club (fitness center) within the Shops at Rossmoor in the General Commercial (GC) zoning area. Recommendation: After conducting the Public Hearing, staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 16- 13, to adopt Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration with a Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program and approve Conditional Use Permit 15 -7 with Conditions. Assistant Planner Steve Fowler presented the item and provided a PowerPoint presentation of the proposed health club which included the site location, site identification, 37,000 Sq. ft. site plan, elevations, floor plans, operating hours, parking, environmental determination, Environmental Quality Control Board, Mitigation Monitor Reporting Program, and revised resolution. Assistant Planner, Steve Fowler read condition number four into the record since it wasn't included in the original Resolution. The applicant agreed to the addition of condition number four; Mitigation Measure T -1, below, will require the removal of newly installed median landscaping on Seal Beach Boulevard. As a result, the applicant is required to offset the loss of this landscape resource, by reimbursing the City for the cost of the landscaping, up to $50,000. The amount shall be in addition to all other fees required for this project. The reimbursement cost will be specified after the City Engineer has evaluated and identified the project costs incurred for landscaping within the median. Chair Cummings opened the public hearing. Speakers: The applicant Marty Potts presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding his Conditional Use Permit (CUP 15 -7) and Mitigated Negative Declaration indicating he hopes his presentation will clear up many points of concern and confusion. He also noted he and his team accept the conditions as modified. When addressing the issues with parking, Potts proposed Rossmoor Center Way improvements as a condition to their approval. Zancolasis Rossmoor Regency Apartments resident spoke in opposition; former Planning Director for the City of Long Beach Bob Padamoster indicated his concerns regarding traffic and proposed a four way stop; Sean Wilson, Rossmoor resident, spoke in opposition; Margaret Parker spoke in opposition; Craig Motters resident on Montecito spoke in opposition; Rossmoor Community Services District President Tony Demarco spoke on behalf of the Rossmoor Community Services District Board asking that the vote be delayed to further Page 3 — Planning Commission 6/20/2016 discuss solutions regarding impacts; Melissa Kalivakatansin spoke in opposition; Rossmoor resident Nela Hartman would like to see that a pedestrian and bike study be conducted and suggests that the center is more bicycle and pedestrian friendly; Seal Beach resident Carla Watson spoke in opposition; Rossmoor resident Susan Taylor indicated she had questions for LA Fitness representatives regarding how many members they're anticipating and will they be capping the membership which were answered later in the meeting; Rossmoor resident Nancy Gibbs spoke in opposition and also had a question for LA Fitness representatives regarding physical therapists; Gina Phillips spoke in opposition; Rossmoor FICA President Rick Nickman spoke in opposition; Dave Burgis spoke in opposition; Rossmoor Regency resident Julie Jenson spoke in opposition; Rossmoor resident Thomas Cripps had concerns regarding the traffic study conducted; Rossmoor resident Bob Zadoy spoke in opposition; and Rossmoor Park Condominiums resident Craig Sandberg spoke in opposition. Commissioner Machen requested that the applicant increase security to 30 minutes before and after the hours of operation of the health club for the safety of all. She also had concerns regarding interior noise and if there would be sound proofing. Machen also indicated she likes the addition of the proposed Rossmoor Center Way lane. Commissioner Campbell expressed her concerns regarding parking and traffic at the Rossmoor Center. She indicated she also likes the proposed Rossmoor Center Way lane. Would like to see additional exit considered for south bound traffic out of the center. Commissioner Thomas had questions for the Traffic Engineer consultant from LSA Associates regarding Rossmoor Center Way and Montecito. The consultant, Donson Liu, indicated that they found minimal impact and less than 10 extra trips during peak hours. The accident analysis over the last 5 years didn't find the location to be impacted from accidents. The applicant and his representatives were brought back up to address the questions from the public. The applicant indicated they have a solution for the parking problem and are willing to work with the neighbors at their cost to add an elevated deck in a localized area for parking. The applicant agreed to the proposed increased security requested by Commissioner Machen. LA Fitness representative, Nick Roberts responded to membership questions. LSA Traffic engineer consultant, Donson Liu addressed traffic questions. MIG representative Laura Stetson, addressed CEQA and noise concerns and indicated no mediation required for air quality. Nick Roberts addressed Commissioner Campbell's question regarding the size of the LA Fitness on Valley View indicating the facility is 41,000 square feet. Commissioner Machen expressed her concern with the number of people in opposition and indicated it's difficult to determine the impacts to the residents. Page 4 — Planning Commission 6/20/2016 Commissioner Campbell is concerned with the size of the building and suggested that the building should be down sized allowing for more parking for the residents, the need for a solution for the parking for the residents possibly space they can purchase. When parking isn't available people do not come and shop. Commissioner Thomas indicated he believes the figures in the analysis are accurate and the worst issue they're facing is the clientele. He also mentioned that the lot isn't going to remain a parking lot forever, if this health club isn't approved it will be something else. The following three conditions were added to Resolution 16 -13; improvements to Rossmoor Center Drive, the addition of bicycle racks, and increased security in the rear of the building to 30 minutes before and after the hours of operation of the health club. Motion by Klinger, second by Cummings, to adopt the Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve Conditional Use Permit 15 -7. Both Commissioner Klinger and Chair Cummings agreed to the additional conditions added to the motion. AYES: Cummings, Thomas, Klinger NOES: Machen, Campbell ABSENT: None Motion carried 3. Minor Use Permit (MUP) 16 -4 25 A Surfside Avenue Applicant: Jose Ochoa Request: Minor Use Permit (MUP 16 -4) to allow an extension of an existing deck and the construction of a second floor balcony on a single family residence that is nonconforming due to the front yard setback and parking in Surfside Colony, Residential Low Density (RLD -9) zoned area. Recommendation: After reviewing the request, staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 16 -10, APPROVING Minor Use Permit 16 -4 with Conditions. Chair Cummings opened the public hearing. Speakers: the applicant informed the commission that additional letters supporting their Minor Use Permit were provided to staff and indicated they had a meeting with the HOA last week and are fully supportive. The Gallucci family Attorney, Tony Canzoneri, spoke in opposition, and Art Gallucci spoke in opposition. Page 5 — Planning Commission 6/20/2016 Assistant Planner Steve Fowler indicated they did not receive a copy of the lease agreement; however, a letter was received from Tony Canzoneri and was distributed to the commission at the last Planning Commission meeting. Director Jim Basham provided a point of clarification and emphasized the information presented by Attorney Tony Canzoneri is subjective in nature. Assistant Planner Steve Fowler presented a PowerPoint with an update referencing Municipal Codes regarding decking. Since the last Planning Commission meeting the applicant has provided staff with the Surfside Architectural Review Committee's approval and provided a copy to the Planning Commission as an attachment to the staff report. Assistant City Attorney, Amy Greyson asked Chair Cummings to ask Tony Canzoneri if he has discussed his concerns with the Surfside Architectural Review Committee and what was their response. Commissioner Machen indicated she was adamant at the last Planning Commission meeting about continuing this item because she was unable to speak with the Surfside Board and has since talked with the Board President and other representatives. She is now satisfied knowing that the governing body approves the plans, the applicant is within their rights and the Seal Beach Code. Assistant City Attorney, Amy Greyson indicated the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow. Motion by Thomas, second by Machen, to approve Minor Use Permit 16 -4 with Conditions. AYES: Cummings, Machen, Thomas, Klinger NOES: Campbell ABSENT: None Motion carried 4. Planned Sign Program (PSP) 16 -1 350 Main Street Applicant: Eric Lenore Request: Planned Sign Program (PSP 16 -1) a request for a conditional use permit to establish a planned sign program (PSP 16 -1) for a two story commercial center in the Main Street Specific Plan (MSSP) zoned area. Chair Cummings opened the public hearing. Speakers: Robert Goldberg indicated the diagram with the signage facing the alley is unclear and the appearance that the building is three stories, the applicant spoke regarding the changes, issues, and approves the compromises with the location of the signs. Page 6 — Planning Commission 6/20/2016 Director Jim Basham clarified that the tenants of the building will only be permitted to have one row of signs not two. Assistant Planner Steve Fowler presented an update of the staff report giving an overview from the last meeting. The applicant and staff worked diligently to make changes that conformed to the Main Street Specific Plan. The front and rear signage have options as to the specific location of the signs whether on the canopy or building. Fowler reiterated that the tenants have options as to where the sign will go; however, may only have signage in one location. Lights will be on timers according to the Planned Sign Program. Jim Basham informed the Commission that the proposed pole sign has been eliminated. Commissioner Thomas asked staff what percentage of the signs were eliminated. Staff estimated 30% of the signs were eliminated. Additionally, he was concerned with the amount of signs on the back of the building. He would like to see the signs limited and a condition regarding the size of the signage. Motion by Machen, second by Klinger, to approve the Planned Sign Program (PSP 16 -1). AYES: Cummings, Machen, Thomas, Klinger NOES: Campbell ABSENT: None Motion carried. WORKSHOP 5. Zone Text Amendment (ZTA) 15 -1 Title 11: Incidental Business Activities Request: Zone Text Amendment (ZTA 15 -1) an amendment to Title 11: Zoning of the City of Seal Beach Municipal Code regarding allowable incidental business activities and potential noise thresholds. Recommendation:That the Planning Commission receive and file this report with the recommended noise threshold. Director of Community Development Jim Basham explained that the City Council has asked that the Planning Commission review specific components of the proposed noise ordinance and provide feedback. He then introduced Robert Wue who was hired to evaluate noise on Main Street. Mr. Wue provided a PowerPoint presentation titled "Survey and Noise Criteria ". During the presentation there was general feedback regarding each posed question. Chair Cummings opened the public hearing. Speakers: Bogarts owner JoAnne Adams indicated she has live music at her restaurant and feels she is respectful of the local residents and community at large, Chamber Presidents and Abby owner Tom Lowe feels Jim Basham's proposal 6 months ago was the best idea Page 7 — Planning Commission 6/20/2016 presented and proposed numerous ideas for the commission to consider, Seal Beach resident, Robert Goldberg was concerned with the standard maximum decibel level proposed and supports that the residents should not be impacted and if the standard will apply to Bay Theater. Director Jim Basham indicated a draft Ordinance will be brought back to the Commission at a future Planning Commission meeting. Chair Cummings noted the conclusion of the workshop and received and filed the report. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director Basham had no items to report. COMMISSION CONCERNS There were no concerns from the Commission. ADJOURNMENT With no objections, Chair Cummings meeting to July 5, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. adjourned the Planning Commission L�ze� �L d4'� — Dana Engstrom, DepLo City Clerk Approved: l� `�urYlp Esther Cummings, Chair Q Attest: Qe�l& Robin Roberts, City Clerk