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02-03-2009 - Regular Meeting of Planning Commission - 01/27/09• 0 City of West Covina Memorandum AGENDA ITEM NO. D-2b DATE: February 3, 2009 SUMMARY OF ACTIONS REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF WEST COVINA January 27, 2009 COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Redholtz, Sotelo, Stewart, Carrico and Sykes ABSENT: None CITY STAFF PRESENT: Anderson, Davis, Wong, Yauchzee, Nichols and de Zara RESOLUTIONS OF COMMENDATION Outgoing Commissioners Colleen B. Rozatti and Cesar Cervantes APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular meeting, January 13, 2009 - The minutes were approved as presented. A. OTHER MATTERS OR ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None B. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. FORTHCOMING PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS AND PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULE 2. REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.08-02 (ON -SALE ALCOHOL) APPLICANT: DALIA' S PIZZA LOCATION: 2506 EAST WORKMAN AVENUE (THE GROVE SHOPPING CENTER) Review of operation. Recommendation to receive and file report. 3. REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.08-03 (ON -SALE ALCOHOL) APPLICANT: ROUND TABLE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LOCATION: 2270 SOUTH AZUSA AVENUE (THE HEIGHTS AT WEST COVINA) Review of operation. Recommendation to receive and file report. 4. EXTENSION OF TIME PRECISE PLAN NO.06-15 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.06-21 APPLICANT: Tien H. Chu LOCATION: 1600 East Fraricisquito Avenue (South Hills Academy) The applicant is requesting the second one-year extension of time for the above - referenced items. Motion by Stewart, seconded by Carrico, to approve the items listed. Motion carried 5-0. Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.27.09 sum act.doc Planning Commission Summary of Action Page 2 — Januar�27, 2009' C. PUBLIC HEARINGS PRECISE PLAN NO.07-07 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.08-05 TREE REMOVAL PERMIT NO.08-05 MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: Andrea Urbas (Foothill Transit) ; LOCATION: 100 South Vincent Avenue REQUEST: The project consists of the request for a precise planto construct a six -level parking structure on the northerly portion of the property to replace the existing surface parking lot, a conditional use permit to relocate a two-lane drive -through automatic teller machine, and a. tree removal permit to remove a tree in the front setback (Lakes Drive). The proposed parking structure would be used for tenants of the office building and for park -and -ride. COMMENTS: Doran Barnes, representing the applicant, spoke in favor of the project. David Graham, Steve Sheldon and Lloyd Johnson spoke in opposition. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the required environmental review, the recommended traffic mitigation measures, the history of Foothill Transit's search for a suitable park -and ride location, the improvements proposed by the applicant to help the flow of traffic on Vincent Avenue, the proposed art program for the site, possible positive and negative impacts on the Lakes Entertainment Center, possible alternative sites for the park and ride facility and possible negative impacts to the traffic on Vincent Avenue. The Commission considered the statements by the opponents that the park and ride building would block their visibility from the freeway and have a negative impact on their tenants' businesses. It was the consensus of the Commission that further information was necessary in order for them to make a more informed decision. The Commission concurred that the hearing should be continued until March 24, 2009. They also requested information regarding the economic impact on retail businesses in the vicinity of park and ride facilities, proposed revisions to bus routes. Motion . by Sotelo, seconded by Sykes, to reopen the public hearing and continue consideration of this matter at the March 24, 2009 meeting. Motion carried 5-0. Deputy City 'Attorney Scott Nichols stated that there would no further notice of the continued public hearing and that all interested parties should be present at the March 24, 2009 meeting to .voice their concerns. D. NON -HEARING ITEMS (1) STUDY SESSION CODE AMENDMENT NO.09-01 CHRISTMAS TREE SALES The City Council initiated a code amendment to modify the language contained within the Code as it relates to Christmas tree sales. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission provide comment and direction as appropriate. Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.27.09 sum act.doc Planning Commission Summary of Action Page 3 — January 27, 2009 COMMENTS: Planning Assistant Amy Davis presented the staff report. She informed the Commission that this code amendment would allow Christmas tree lots to begin selling their trees after the Thanksgiving holiday, instead of waiting until December 1. After a short discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission that allowing the sale of Christmas trees right after Thanksgiving would not have a negative impact on the public. Staff was directed to draft a code amendment for their review and recommendation. (2) ART IN PUBLIC PLACES NO.09-01 SCHEMATIC STAGE APPLICANT: D. C. Corporation LOCATION: 1773 West San Bernardino Road The applicant is proposing to install . a series of tile murals, which would reflect a panoramic view of the mountains and orange groves on the front of the business park building. In addition, the proposal in the addition of a water feature in front of the building with tile murals, which would show oranges and orange blossoms. Staff 'recommends that the Planning Commission provide comment and direction as appropriate. COMMENTS: Craig Cook, representing the applicant, and Lloyd Johnson spoke in favor of the proposed public art project. No one spoke in opposition. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the selection of the art consultant, the artist's past work and the concept and idea behind the, proposed tile mural. In addition, the Commission considered the addition of lighting at night and the proposed water feature. It was the consensus of the Commission that the proposed art project would enhance the surrounding area and development. The applicant was directed to continue with the process and submit plans for the art project. E. OTHER MATTERS OR ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None F. COMMISSION REPORTS/COMMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (1) CITY COUNCIL ACTION: None (2) PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT: a) Summary of Design Review Subcommittee Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.27.09 sum act.doc Planning Commission Summary of Action Page 4 — January 27, 2009 Staff offered comments about the budget. G. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Sotelo,.seconded by Sykes, to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.27.09 sum act.doc City of west Covina Memorandum AGENDA ITEM NO. D-2b DATE: February 3, 2009 SUMMARY OF ACTIONS REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF WEST COVINA January 13, 2009 COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: ABSENT: CITY STAFF PRESENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 0 91 C Redholtz, Sotelo, Cervantes, Stewart and Carrico None Anderson, Lee, Freeland, Morales, Wong, Garcia and de Zara Regular Meeting, December 9, 2008 — The minutes were approved as submitted. OTHER MATTERS OR ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Cookie Nance — regarding exotic dancers advertised at Crazy Horse Restaurant on Sunday nights. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. FORTHCOMING PLANNING, COMMISSION MEETINGS AND PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULE 2. STATUS OF ONE-YEAR REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 06-05 (ON -SALE ALCOHOL, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND DANCING) APPLICANT: Crazy Horse Restaurant LOCATION: 1360 West Garvey Avenue South One year review of operation. Recommendation to receive and file report. Motion by Stewart, seconded by Sotelo, to approve the items listed. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS (1) PRECISE PLAN NO. 08-03 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 08-09 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION APPLICANT: Gene Naval for KKE Architects LOCATION: 727 South Glendora Avenue (Longs Drugs) REQUEST: The project consists of a request for a precise plan to permit the addition of an overhead canopy for a new drive -through pharmacy at an existing drug store. The canopy will be constructed along the north elevation of the existing building. The project also consists of a request for a conditional use permit to allow the operation of the new drive -through pharmacy. Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.13.09 sum act.doc Planning Commission Summary of Action Page 2 — January 13, 2009 COMMENTS: Gene Naval, applicant, and Joanne Wilner spoke in favor of the project. No one spoke in opposition. There was a discussion.by the Commission regarding the traffic and circulation, the loss of 17 parking spaces on the north side of the property, the canopy over the drive -through window, and the possible addition of lighting in the area of the drive -through window. The applicant agreed to add the additional lighting if it didn't prove detrimental to the adjacent residential area.. In addition, the Commission was informed that there was still enough parking to meet the code requirements, even with the loss of 17 spaces. Also during the discussion the applicant informed the Commission that Long's Drugs had recently been sold to CVS and this location would become a CVS store in the future. It was the consensus of the Commission that the addition of a drive -through window at this location would be beneficial to the community and provide a service. Motion by Stewart, seconded by Cervantes, to adopt findings as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Stewart, seconded by Cervantes, to waive further reading of the body of the resolution and adopt Resolution No. 09-5317, approving Precise, Plan No. 08-03, as amended. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Stewart, seconded by Cervantes, to adopt findings as recommended by staff. - Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Stewart, seconded by Cervantes, to waive further reading of the body of the resolution and adopt Resolution No. 09-5318, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 08-09. Motion carried 5-0. (2) PRECISE PLAN NO. 08-10 . CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 08-18 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION APPLICANT: Kitty Yue LOCATION: 1420 South Glendora Avenue (St. Paul Excelsior Academy) REQUEST: The project consists of a request for a precise plan to permit a 1,003-square foot addition to an existing 1,874-square foot building currently used as a tutoring facility for elementary and junior high school students. The addition will be constructed along the south, east and west elevations of the existing building. The project also consists of a request for a conditional use permit to allow an increase in the number of students enrolled in the academy. CK0riST LozMOON Kamen Lai, representing the applicant, and Kitty Yue, applicant, spoke in favor of the project. No one spoke in opposition. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the school's hours of operation, the number of students enrolled, the location of parking spaces and the proposed addition. In addition, there was a discussion regarding the irrevocable street dedication, widening of the Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009A.13.09 sum act.doc Planning Commission Summary of Action Page 3 — January 13, 2009 driveway and the proposed location of landscaping and parking to accommodate the street dedication. It was the consensus of the Commission that the proposed addition would be beneficial to the community and help the applicants provide a service to the community. Motion by Sotelo,. seconded by Carrico, to adopt findings as recommended by staff. Motion carrion 5-0. Motion by Sotelo, seconded by Carrico, to waive further reading of the body of the -resolution and adopt Resolution No. 09-5319, approving Precise Plan No. 08- I O:. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Sotelo, seconded by Carrico, to adopt findings as recommended by staff. Motion carrion 5-0. .Motion by Sotelo, seconded by Carrico, to waive -further reading of the body of the resolution and adopt Resolution No. 09-5320, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 08-18. Motion carried 5-0. D. NON -HEARING ITEMS (1) PLANNING COMMISSION AUTHORIZED PLANNING DIRECTOR'S MODIFICATION NO. 08-51 APPLICANT: William McIntyre, WLM LLC LOCATION: 236 South Citrus Street (Country Club Shopping Center) The applicant is requesting approval• to remodel the westerly building in the Country Club Shopping Center. COMMENTS: Linda Logan, William McIntyre and Bernie Wilner spoke in favor of the project. No one spoke in opposition. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the possibility that Trader Joe's would return to the center, and if the current tenants would be able to stay open during the improvements. The Commission also considered the marketing of the center and what types of businesses would be established in the future. The Commission discussed the applicant's intention to retain ownership of the property and when work would commence on the center. During the discussion Mr. McIntyre indicated that he would be funding the improvements himself. It was the consensus of the Commission that the proposed project would have a positive effect on the appearance of the center and the surrounding area. Motion by Carrico, seconded by Cervantes, to approve Planning Commission Authorized Planning Director's Modification No. 08-51. Motion carried 5-0. E. OTHER MATTERS OR ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Royall Brown — regarding lower crime rate in West Covina. Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.13.09 sum act.doc Planning Commission Summary of Action Page 4 — January 13, 2009 F. COMMISSION REPORTS/COMMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Sotelo - thanked Rozatti for her service to the Planning Commission and welcomed Carrico to the Commission. Spoke about the "Welcome Home" celebration for all veterans on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Cervantes — announced he's leaving the Planning Commission and expressed his thanks to everyone for their help.'. Carrico - thanked everyone for welcoming him onto the Planning Commission. Stewart said he's sorry Cervantes is leaving and wished him- luck, welcomed Carrico to the Commission. Spoke regarding rescheduling reorganization of the Commission to coincide with the City Council reorganization. Redholtz - welcomed Carrico to the Planning Commission and said he's sorry Cervantes is leaving. Also expressed his appreciation of Cervantes' dedication to the Commission. Requested that a resolution of commendation be presented to Rozatti. Expressed his agreement that graffiti removal program helped lower the crime rate in West Covina. �1) CITY COUNCIL ACTION: December 16, 2008 City Council Meeting: -General Plan Amendment No. 07-03, Zone Change No. 07-03 for property located at 4101-4111 South Nogales Street was approved. January 6, 2009 City Council Meeting: -Code amendment relating to the sale of Christmas trees was initiated by the City Council. (2) PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT: -Planner's Institute, March 25 through March 27, 2009 in Anaheim. -Thanked Commissioner Cervantes for his service and contribution to the Commission. G. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Cervantes, seconded by Sotelo, to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. Z:\PLANCOM\SUMACTS\SumActs 2009\1.13.09 sum act.doc