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Home My WebLink AboutPC Min 2017-07-17City of Seal Beach — Planning Commission July 17, 2017 Chair Machen called the regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 7:01 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Commissioner Aguilar led the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Machen, Thomas, Aguilar, Klinger, Campbell Absent: Commissioners: None Staff Present: Amy Grayson, Assistant City Attorney Crystal Landavazo, Interim Community Development Director Steven Fowler, Assistant Planner Dana Engstrom, Deputy City Clerk APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Klinger asked that Item 2 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Chair Machen opened Oral Communications. Speakers: Kevin Pierce asked if the item pulled from the Consent Calendar was the item related to the denial of CUP 16 -7. Chair Machen confirmed this and explained the procedure for pulling and discussing items related to the Consent Calendar. Linda Havens expressed condolences for the events that transpired the night before. John Sayer, Rossmoor resident, asked if there would be another vote on Item 2. Robert Yellen had a comment about the LA Fitness project. Chair Machen explained that comments related to this project are not to happen during Oral Communications. There being no further requests to speak, Chair Machen closed Oral Communications. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from June 19, 2017. Motion by Campbell, second by Klinger, to approve the Planning Commission Meeting minutes from June 19, 2017. AYES: Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Aguilar, Klinger NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion Carried This item was pulled by the Commission and was not considered as a consent calendar item. I I :I Ji 61 ;1 :( L [eP/ :191 a:Le1 LIFA Kole) 01 N:1011 [N_1 III :101197-11 ;1 2. Approval of Resolution 17 -16 denying Conditional Use Permit 16 -7, a request to construct a 37,000 square foot health club at 12411 Seal Beach Boulevard within the Shops at Rossmoor Commercial Center in the General Commercial (GC) zone. Interim Director Landavazo stated that at the meeting of June 27, 2017, the Planning Commission voted to approve Resolution 17 -15, then approved a motion directing staff to prepare a resolution denying CUP 16 -7 based on the determination that two of the five required findings could not be made for CUP approval. Specifically, she noted that the Planning Commission determined it could not make Findings numbers four and five of Seal Beach Municipal Code Section 11.5.20.020, and identified the hours of operation and increased traffic congestion that would result from the project as the basis for their decision. Commissioner Klinger stated that she could not vote to deny this project, noting that it would lead to left -turn lane extensions on Seal Beach Blvd., would provide a significant one -time fee to the city, and would create increased revenue and new customers. She stated that Leisure World residents and others would benefit from a first -rate fitness center. Commissioner Klinger stated that she feels the EIR speaks to traffic and traffic congestion, but those would be relieved by the change in the roadways. She reiterated her support for this project. Commissioner Aguilar stated that he remains in opposition to the project, and feels improvements to Seal Beach Blvd. could eventually be made by the city itself. He stated that he also represents some residents of Leisure World, as well as residents near the project site, and that it remains an unwelcome project. Commissioner Campbell stated that the project is too dense for the area, and that traffic improvements were needed for existing traffic problems, not new ones that would be created by the project. She stated her preference for a smaller project, and said that a smaller project would also generate traffic impact fees. She stated that the Alternative Uses section of the EIR was incorrect, and suggested an alternative use of a small office building. She noted that she would not be changing her position. Chair Machen stated that she maintains her position, and cannot make Findings numbers four and five required for CUP approval. Motion by Campbell, second by Aguilar, to approve Resolution 17 -16 denying CUP 16 -7 AYES: Campbell, Machen, Aguilar NOES: Klinger, Thomas ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion Carried Assistant Attorney Grayson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow. CONTINUED ITEMS There were no continued items on the agenda. SCHEDULED MATTERS There were no scheduled matters on the agenda. NEW BUSINESS 3. Minor Use Permit 17 -5 1621 Seal Way Applicant: Paul Geijer Request: Request for a Minor Use Permit (MUP) to allow the remodel of the interior of an existing duplex by altering walls within the first floor unit to remodel the kitchen and replace all exterior doors on a property that is nonconforming due to parking, setbacks, and density in the Residential High Density (RHD -20) zoning area. Recommendation: After conducting the Public Meeting, staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 17 -17, APPROVING Minor Use Permit 17 -5 with Conditions. Assistant Planner Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the information provided in the staff report, and reported that staff has not received any correspondence regarding this item. Chair Machen opened the Public Hearing. As there were no requests to speak, Chair Machen closed the Public Hearing. Motion by Thomas, second by Klinger, to adopt Resolution 17 -17 approving MUP 17 -5. AYES: Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Aguilar, Klinger NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion Carried Assistant Attorney Grayson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow. 4. Minor Use Permit 17 -7 1003 Seal Way Applicant: Casey Mungo Request: Request for a Minor Use Permit (MUP) to allow the installation of a trellis patio cover above an attached garage at an existing duplex on a property which is nonconforming due to parking, and density in the Residential High Density (RHD -20) zone. Recommendation: After conducting the Public Meeting, staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 17 -18, APPROVING Minor Use Permit 17 -7 with Conditions. Assistant Planner Fowler provided a comprehensive overview of the information provided in the staff report as well as reported that staff has not received any correspondence regarding this item. Assistant Planner Fowler clarified for Commissioner Aguilar that the trellis would be facing the alley and will be below the 25 -foot height limit. Chair Machen opened the Public Hearing. Nancy Kredell, resident in the property adjacent to 1003 Seal Way, asked for a guarantee that the trellis will never be enclosed and the residence will not increase in density. Assistant Planner Fowler explained that if the owner decided to convert it into a single family residence then it could be added habitable space, but not as a duplex. Ms. Kredell responded that she has no issue with this. Si Kredell, resident in the property adjacent to 1003 Seal Way, asked if there would be an enclosed roof. Assistant Planner Fowler clarified that it would be a lattice, not an enclosed roof. Casey Mungo, applicant, told the Commission he does not intend to enclose the space. Chair Machen closed the Public Hearing. Motion by Thomas, second by Klinger, to adopt Resolution 17 -18 approving MUP 17 -7. AYES: Machen, Thomas, Campbell, Aguilar, Klinger NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion Carried Assistant Attorney Grayson stated that the 10 day appeal period begins tomorrow. PUBLIC HEARING There were no public hearing items on the agenda. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Interim Director Landavazo stated that city staff received an appeal for the certification of the EIR for the LA Fitness project which was approved at the previous meeting. Assistant Planner Fowler stated that there were two pieces of correspondence received related to CUP 16 -7. Assistant Attorney Greyson clarified for Commissioner Aguilar that the appeal would go to City Council, and an appeal made on a Council decision would go to court. COMMISSION CONCERNS There were no Commission concerns. ADJOURNMENT With no objections, Chair Machen adjourned the Planning Commission meeting to August 7. 2n17 at ZnOnm Approved: Attest: SON NIOMMOOMMOMM i r i- cy Dana Engstrom, DepuO Ciij