HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Minutes 8-10-10_CCv0001.pdf MINUTES: of the Planning Commission Meeting of the City of Redlands held
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. are as follows:
PRESENT: Paul Foster, Chairman
Gary Miller, Vice Chairman
Carol Dyer, Commissioner
Jan Hudson, Commissioner
John James, Commissioner
Eric Shamp, Commissioner
ADVISORY STAFF Dan McHugh, City Attorney
PRESENT: Oscar Orci, Development Services Director
Robert Dalquest, Assistant Development Services Director
Manuel Baeza, Principal Planner
Sergio Madera, Associate Planner
Tabitha Kevari, Associate Planner
Chris Boatman, Associate Planner
I. CALL TO ORDER AND PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD - 3 MINUTES
Chairman Foster called the meeting to order, and opened up the Public Comment
period. There were no comments forthcoming and the Public Comment period was
closed. All members were present with the exception of Commissioner Guzkowski who
was excused.
II. CONSENT ITEM
A. LOMA LINDA BEHAVIORIAL MEDICAL CLINIC, APPLICANT
(PROJECT PLANNER: CHRIS BOATMAN)
1. Consideration of a Notice of Exemption pursuant to Section 15311
of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines.
2. Consideration of Commission Sign Review No. 376 to construct
a monument sign that is three feet, six inches (3'6") in height with
a sign area of eighteen (18) square feet and fronting on Barton
Road for Loma Linda University Behavioral Medical Clinic located
at 1710 Barton Road in the EV/AP (Administrative Professional)
District of the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan.
3. Consideration of Commission Sign Review No. 377 to construct
a monument sign that is three feet, six inches (3'6") in height with
a sign area of eighteen (18) square feet and fronting on Iowa
Street for Loma Linda University Behavioral Medical Clinic located
at 1710 Barton Road in the EV/AP (Administrative Professional)
District of the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan.
B. HEEMSTRA SIGNS, APPLICANT
(PROJECT PLANNER: CHRIS BOATMAN)
1. Consideration of a Notice of Exemption pursuant to Section 15311
of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines.
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2. Consideration of Commission Sign Review No. 379 to construct
a monument sign that is four (4) feet in height with a sign area of
twenty (20) square feet for a medical office building located at
1329 Barton Road in the A-P (Administrative and Professional
Office) District.
Chairman Foster opened up the hearing. There were no comments forthcoming and the
hearing was closed.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner James, seconded by Commissioner Shamp, and carried
on a 6-0 vote (Commissioner Guzkowski absent) to approve the Consent Calendar.
III. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. SUZANNE STRAUSS, APPLICANT
(PROJECT PLANNER: TABITHA KEVARI)
PUBLIC HEARING to conduct a one-year review of Conditional Use
Permit No. 953 which concerns the approval for alcoholic sales and
consumption within a social hall facility located at 123 Cajon Street in the
C-3 (General Commercial) District.
Associate Planner Tabitha Kevari gave a PowerPoint presentation and overview of the
proposed project. Staff recommended approval of the project subject to the conditions
of approval.
Chairman Foster opened up the Public Hearing.
Ms. Suzanne Strauss, owner of Fox Event Center, stated they have many events
planned for the future, and are hoping to bring in more revenue into the City.
Chairman Foster closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner James, seconded by Vice Chairman Miller, and carried
on a 6-0 vote (Commissioner Guzkowski absent) to receive and file this report.
B. TODD WILLIAMS, APPLICANT
(PROJECT PLANNER: MANUEL BAEZA)
1. Consideration of a Notice of Exemption pursuant to Section 15301
of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines.
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2. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 910
(Revision No. 1) to relocate an existing internet gaming and
computer access business within another tenant space of the
Orange Street Plaza (Vons Shopping Center) located on the
southeast corner of Orange Street and Pearl Avenue in the Town
Center District of Downtown Specific Plan No. 45.
Principal Planner Manuel Baeza gave a PowerPoint presentation and overview of the
proposed project. Staff recommended approval of the project subject to the conditions
of approval.
Chairman Foster opened up the Public Hearing.
Mr. Todd Williams, owner, stated he was available for any questions.
Vice Chairman Miller inquired if there is any internet gambling. Mr. Williams stated there
is no gambling in the facility.
Chairman Foster closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Dyer, seconded by Commissioner James, and carried
on a 6-0 vote (Commissioner Guzkowski absent) that the Planning Commission
determines that Revision No. 1 to Conditional Use Permit No. 910 is categorically
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to section 15301 of the
CEQA Guidelines."
It was moved by Commissioner Dyer, seconded by Commissioner James, and carried
on a 6-0 vote (Commissioner Guzkowski absent) that the Planning Commission approve
Revision No. 1 to Conditional Use Permit No. 910, subject to the following findings,
submitted plans, and attached conditions of approval:
1. The proposed internet gaming and computer access business applied for at this
location will not adversely affect the applicable land use plans of the City. The
project is located in Downtown Specific Plan No. 45 which states that its primary
goal is to create a compact, pedestrian oriented environmental that is consistent
with the Redlands Town Center. The plan calls for providing local employment,
shopping, service, and entertainment facilities that will further strengthen the
downtown area. The proposed internet gaming and computer access business is
considered an entertainment use, and therefore is consistent with the Specific
Plan's goals.
2. The internet gaming and computer access business will not be detrimental to the
public health, safety and welfare. The project will be relocated in another suite
within the Orange Street Plaza. The building has been designed to meet State
and local standards for building safety and no changes are proposed to the
building. In addition, conditions of approval have been placed on the project to
insure minors are protected from inappropriate materials and that minors under
the age of 16 comply with the City's curfew regulations for their safety.
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3. The internet gaming and computer access business will comply with the
regulations of the City's General Plan, the applicable zoning district and the City's
development standards because the proposed project meets the on-site parking
requirements, is a permitted use with the approval of a conditional use permit
and conditions of approval have been applied to the project to ensure that
development standards are met; and,
4. The project is appropriate at the proposed location in that the use is permitted
with a conditional use permit within Downtown Specific Plan No. 45, the applicant
will provide appropriate safeguards to ensure customer safety, the applicant will
have adequate parking facilities, and the entertainment use will not create an
adverse effect on surrounding properties or businesses.
C. CONGREGATION EMANU EL, APPLICANT
(PROJECT PLANNER: SERGIO MADERA)
1. Consideration of a Mitigated Negative Declaration.
2. PUBLIC HEARING to consider a Socio-Economic Cost/Benefit
Study.
3. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 965
for the development of an 18,065 square foot place of worship
consisting of a sanctuary and ancillary services that include a
social hall, offices, and educational facilities on approximately five
acres located at the northeast corner of Ford Street and Patricia
Drive in Specific Plan No. 23.
Vice Chairman Miller recused himself due to a conflict of interest.
Associate Planner Sergio Madera stated the applicant has requested the item be
continued for 60 days to allow the applicant time to review the project construction costs,
permit fees, and conditions of approval. Staff is recommending that the item be tabled at
this time. Staff will re-notice the project as required by law for any future consideration. A
letter from the applicant requesting the continuance has been included for the Planning
Commission's reference.
Chairman Foster opened up the Public Hearing. There were no comments forthcoming
and the Public Hearing was closed.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Dyer, seconded by Commissioner Hudson, and carried
on a 6-0 vote (Commissioner Guzkowski absent) that the Planning Commission move to
table the hearing on the mitigated negative declaration and the Public Hearing on the
Socio-Economic Cost/Benefit Study and Conditional Use Permits No. 965.
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V. ADDENDA
A. Presentation by Design, Community & Environment (DC&E) on the Draft
Bonus Amenity and Transfer Development Rights (TDR) Framework
(Transferring Development from Greenfields to Infill) report funded by the
Southern California Association of Governments through the Compass
Blueprint Demonstration Project program.
Associate Planner Madera introduced Mr. Bill Fulton and Mr. Aaron Engstrom from DC &
E, and Mr. Peter Brandenburg from Southern California Association of Governments
(S.C.A.G.).
Mr. Fulton and Mr. Engstrom from DC & E, gave an overview and presentation on the
project.
Chairman Foster inquired if the Commission had any questions for DC & E.
Commissioner James asked if the program will be a successful solution.
Mr. Fulton stated as long as the type of construction does not change, the profit will
increase.
Commissioner Shamp requested clarification on the following:
• If there were similar programs completed before, and inquired if there were any
failures.
• Requested clarification on the needed population level.
Mr. Fulton mentioned Seattle, Bremerton, Bellevue, Bainbridge Island, and Livermore all
had successful TDR Programs. Mr. Fulton confirmed there were many failures and
believed it was due to the setup of the TDR and in most cases the economics were not
considered. Mr. Fulton stated the TDR is a scalable program and does not have a
population threshold.
Vice Chairman Miller requested clarification on the following and expressed his concern:
• How DC & E arrived at the $235,000 value and what amenities could be added.
• Does the City have the right to request additional impact fees for groves?
• Expressed concern that the land may change in value with the program.
Vice Chairman Miller stated groves are a significant part of Redlands history and
our identity, and we should encourage their preservation.
There was discussion on how DC & E derived with the value and gave more explanation
on the amenities. Development Services Director Oscar Orci stated City Council could
make a policy decision to consider additional impact fees for groves, similar to the in-lieu
fee. Mr. Fulton said in their experience, the land does not increase in value because of
a TDR Program.
Director Orci stated the Development Services Department will present this item to the
City Council.
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VI. MINUTES
B. Minutes of July 13, 2010
It was moved by Commissioner James, seconded by Vice Chairman Miller and carried
on a 6-0 vote (Commissioner Guzkowski absent) that the Planning Commission approve
the minutes of July 13, 2010, with one addition.
VII. LAND USE AND CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS OF SEPTEMBER 7, 2010.
Chairman Foster inquired if there were City Council actions to report for September 7,
2010.
Director Orci stated there was one (1) reportable action. The City Council approved
Resolution No. 6987 that established the advisory parking lot tree palette for the non
residential developments in the City.
Chairman Foster stated there had been some discussion to conduct one Planning
Commission meeting a month instead of two. Director Orci stated the City Manager was
amenable to one meeting a month. The Planning Commission agreed to have the
meeting on the second Tuesday of the month until further notice.
VIII. ADJOURN TO OCTOBER 12, 2010
Chairman Foster adjourned the meeting at 3:10 p.m. to the October 12, 2010 meeting.
Linda McCasland Oscar Orci
Senior Administrative Technician Development Services Director
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