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Home My WebLink About6/22/1999"Al eadi_ _�.Mi,u�a.ma�nwiw,n.N.a.e.�_ ... Bio--i.q - u— -u . n_ - _�n«..�� ,�� ..w��,�«,��»•iK�»a,..,�..„� _ - _ _ - - MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 22, 1999 r CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Tye called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chairman Nelson. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Steve Tye, Vice Chairman Steve Nelson, and Commissioners George Kuo, Joe McManus and Joe Ruzicka. Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; Ann Lungu, Associate Planner; Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant; Sonya Joe, Development Services Assistant, and Stella Marquez, Administrative Secretary. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As presented. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Minutes of June 8, 1999. VC/Nelson moved, C/McManus seconded, to approve the minutes of June 8, 1999, as presented. Motion carried 5-0. OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: 1. Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7, Development Review No. 98-12 and Variance No. 99-2 (pursuant to Code Section Chapters 22.58, 22.48 and 22.54) is a request to construct a hand -wash automated car wash. The car wash will consist of the following: A wash tunnel, approximately 2,402 square feet; retail sales boutique, approximately 2,089 square feet; three -bay lube center, 1,140 square feet; detail center with office, approximately 1,467 square feet; six -bay auto service center, approximately 4,150 square feet; fuel dispensers; vacuum, queuing and drying areas; two platforms to display new car sales, and retaining wall with a maximum height of 18 feet. The Variance is requested due to the retaining wall's height in excess of six feet. (Continued from June 8, 1999.) - PROPERTY ADDRESS: 515 S. Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar, CA -91765 -_- - — - - - ------ - - —1 T-,-1-1---- -"- '1- JUNE 22, 1999 PAGE 2 PROPERTY OWNER/ Mathew Tachdjian APPLICANT: Col -Am Properties, LLC �P,,jr P.O. Box 4655, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 1��I�'��i� AssocP/Lungu presented staffs report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7, Development Review No. 98-12, Variance No. 99-2, Negative Declaration No. 99-3, Addendum to Negative Declaration No. 99-3, Finding of Facts, and conditions 'of approval as listed within the resolution. Bill Schubert thanked staff and the Commission for their patience in this matter. He stated that Mr. Tachdjian read stars report and is willing to abide by the conditions of approval. If the footing of the existing 10 to 12 foot high block wall was adequate, the wall would be cut down at a certain point and the structure would be built on top of that wall. The footing is probably not adequate so the wall will be removed and a new foundation constructed with the structure built on top of the new foundation. The elevation shown on the drawings is in response to staffs request. In response to Chair/Tye, Bill Schubert stated that Honda employs 60-65 full and part time people, all of whom are not present at any one time. AssocP/Lungu is correct in stating that Old Brea Canyon Road has become an overflow parking area due to the lack of display space for new vehicles. VC/Nelson asked for confirmation that the building top inflatable is a necessary sales advantage. Mr. Tachdjian responded that the inflatable is used periodically for sales promotion and it does draw activitii and traffic resulting in sales for Honda. Chair/Tye re -opened the public herring. There was no one present who wished to speak on this item. Chair/Tye closed the public hearing. Chair/Tye asked if it is possible for the applicant to construct a cascading retaining wall to accommodate vegetation and soften the 18 foot wall. AssocP/Lungu indicated that a cascading retaining wall is possible. However, a crib wall installed on an angle requires more room at the base due to the angle that a crib wall is constructed which would likely take away a -portion of the "kiss -off' lane. The applicant is proposing to install a planter area with trees in front of the standard type block wall. Mr. Schubert stated that what Chair/Tye is requesting is very difficult to accomplish. A reasonable alternative would be to plant climbing vines at the base of the wall. The wall is not visible from the freeway. He pointed out that the wall is barely visible from the eastbound freeway. Display vehicles will likely hide the view from the freeway. He indicated to Chair/Tye that the applicant will attempt to soften the wall to the greatest extent possible. , � I, C/McManus moved, VC/Nelson seconded, to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 98-7, Development Review No. 98-12, Variance No. 99-2, Negative Declaration No. 99-3, Addendum to Negative Declaration k.� _ ��.-„�.uu�a.i�ui��wu.�,.„�.w�...__—.. ,, as .i-tii=,-✓��u?_x.�u.' — ____�,...w•,uu--m�,.,.y «..�..,.,ww��- ,.- JUNE 22, 1999 PAGE 3,.. -, No. 99-3, Finding of Facts, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, McManus, Ruzicka, VC/Nelson, Chair/Tye NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None PUBLIC HEARING: 1. Tentative Parcel Map No. 23382, Conditional Use Permit No. 92-1, and Oak Tree Permit No. 95-2 is a request for a one year extension of time for the referenced permits and a reduction of lots from four to three. PROJECT ADDRESS: 3000 Block of Steeplechase Lane between Hawkwood Road and Wagon Train Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNER/ Warren Dolezal APPLICANT: 4251 S. Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 DCM/DeStefano presented staffs report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission receive a presentation from the applicant, open the public hearing and receive public testimony, discuss the proposed extension and modifications, and direct staff to prepare a resolution of approval for consideration on July 13, 1999. Warren Dolezal pointed out that the easement for ingress and egress over Steeplechase Lane and Shadow Canyon Drive in Tract No. 30289 and Diamond Bar Country Estates per document was recorded April 16, 1999. He stated that there is no intention to change any of the grade around the oak tree. The intent has always been to save the tree. The emergency access is paved and maintenance and liability is the responsibility of the Las Brisas Homeowners Association. Mr. Dolezal responded to C/McManus that the oak tree will not be disturbed by construction. Mr. Dolezal indicated that the original survey placed the oak tree in the wrong location. When the error was discovered, it placed the tree in the middle of one of the lots. Because of geological conditions, the City Engineer determined that the tree should be removed which was in conflict with stars proposal and the Commission and Council's desires. Council Member Ansari's suggestion for three larger lots saved the tree. Chair/Tye opened the public hearing. There was no one present who wished to speak on this item. Chair/Tye continued the public hearing to Tuesday, July 13, 1999_ Mr. Dolezal responded to Chair/Tye that his understanding is that the one year extension will take effect upon City Council approval. JUNE 22, 1999 PAGE 4 DCM/DeStefano referred the Commission to Section 3, page 3, of the Settlement Agreement which discusses -- the extension of time for one year from the date of this agreement. He said he will seek advice from couns regarding the actual date. C/McManus moved, C/Kuo seconded, to direct staff to prepare a Resolution of Approval for a one year extension of time for Tentative Parcel Map No. 23382, Conditional Use Permit No. 92-1, and Oak Tree Permit No. 95-2, in accordance with staffs recommendations. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, McManus, Ruzicka, VC/Nelson, Chair/Tye NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None 2. Development Review No. 99-4 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48) is a request to construct a two-story office building of approximately 18,400 gross square feet. PROJECT ADDRESS: 1315 S. Valley Vista Drive, (Lot 5 of Tract No. 39679) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNER: Diamond Bar Business Associates c/o AEW Capital Management, LP 601 S. Figueroa, Suite 2150, Los Angeles, CA 90017 APPLICANT: Bernard Abrams 750 N. Diamond Bar Boulevard, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 AssocP/Lungu presented staffs report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 994, Negative Declaration No. 99-5, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Allen Smith, Southwest Design, stated that the property owner and applicant have reviewed staffs report and accept the Conditions of Approval. Allen Smith responded to C/McNlanus that the applicant proposes to have one street sign and, one building sign with freeway visibility. Chair/Tye opened the public hearing. There was no one present who wished to speak on this item. Chair/Tye closed the public hearing. C/McManus moved, VC/Nelson seconded, to approve Development Review No. 99-4, Negative Declaratiorp j. No. 99-5, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. ; AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, McManus, Ruzicka, VC/Nelson, Chair/Tye NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None .a.- 1111. ,,, ... - .s,w..—a 11111-1 1'—, 1 " ti,n , , , , ,.� , � 1 , 1!. � 1KI,..I.A' . 1111 ,�. , , _.. .� � .. _ - — _ ___ ___—L�—i..—�hur�+JLC_�vbdBWulJYIFIWrIb..,�.IaYL��__.=�-y�1,9.�.�ny _",y!=�4'.3:?�•J _ — .—�—1�u=�r¢.W rnn r,r..,er,.r n..r.......... .. . — _ _ _ — JUNE 22, 1999 ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS. _.„_ ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: President of the Chinese Association. PAGE None None Chair/Tye congratulated Mr. Kuo on his appointment as INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: . DCM/DeStefano stated that the only public hearing item scheduled for July 13 is the continuation of the Dolezal Parcel Map project. He indicated that it appears to be a light summer for the Commission. The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 1999-2000 at its June 15 meeting which included approval for a one-half time Code Enforcement Officer for the City's Planning Division. This position will likely be utilized for evening and weekend hours. C/McManus asked if the City will become more proactive with respect to Code Enforcement. DCM/DeStefano stated that at its last meeting, the City Council elected to consider a Code Enforcement Subcommittee for review of this matter. DCM/DeStefano indicated to Chair/Tye that the October League of California Cities Annual Conference will be held in San Jose. This conference is generally attended by City Council Members in that it covers a broad range of topics that municipal governments and its leaders deal with on a regular basis. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As listed in the agenda. DCM/DeStefano stated that the special City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 29, 1999, is for the sole purpose of the Council receiving the report from the Community/Civic Center Task Force. ADJOURNMENT: VC/Nelson moved, C/Kuo seconded, to adjourn the meeting. There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chair/Tye adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully James DeStefano Deputy City Man Attest: rua Vy Stev Chairman