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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/13/1999PLANNINL COMMISSION AGENDA JULY 13, 1999, 7:00 P.M. South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California Chairman Vice Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Steve Tye Steve Nelson George Kuo Joe McManus Joe Ruzicka Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Planning Division of the Dept. of Community & Development Services, located at 11660 E Copley Drive, Suite 190, and are available for public inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 396-5676 during regular business hours. In an effort to comply with the requirements of Title 11 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Diamond Bar requires that any person in need of any type of special equipment, assistance or accommodarion(s) in order to communicate at a City public meeting must inform the Dept. of Community & Development Services at (909) 396-5676 a minimum of 71 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. P�A@L\PC'AG WDAXW Pfeast ref rain from smoking, eating or dri.niing in the Auditorium The City of Diamond Bar uses recycfed paper and encourages you to do the same. City of Diamond Bar Planning Commission MEETING RULES PUBLIC INPUT The meetings of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission are open to the public. A member of the public may address the Commission on the subject of one or more agenda items and/or other items of which are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission. A request to address Commission should be submitted in writing at the public hearing, to the Secretary of the Commission. As a general rule the opportunity for public comments will take place at the discretion of the Chair. However, in order to facilitate the meeting, persons who are interested parties for an item may be requested to give their presentation at the time the item is called on the calendar. The Chair may limit individual public input to five minutes on any item; or the Chair may limit the total amount of time allocated for public testimony based on the number of people requesting to speak and the business of the Commission. Individuals are requested to conduct themselves in a professional and buisinesslike manner. Comments and questions are welcome so that all points of view are considered prior to the Commission making recommendations to the staff and City Council. In accordance with Government Code Section 54954.3(a) the Chair may from time to time dispense with public comment on items previously considered by the Commission. In accordance with State Law (Brown Act), all matters to be acted on by the Commission must be posted at least 72 hours prior to the Commission meeting. In case of emergent or when a subject matter arises subsequent to the posting of the agenda, upon making certain findings, the Commission may act on item that is not on the posted agenda. INFORMATION RELATING TO AGENDAS AND ACTIONS OF THE COMMISSION Agendas for Diamond Bar Planning Commission meetings are prepared by the Planning Division of the Community and Development Services Department. Agendas are available 72 hours prior to the meeting at City Hall and the public library, and may be accessed by personal computer at the number below. Every meeting of the Planning Commission is recorded on cassette tapes and duplicate tapes are available for a nominal charge. ADA REEOUIREMENT A cordless microphone is available for those persons with mobility impairments who cannot access the public speaking area. The service of the cordless microphone and sign language interpreter services are available by giving notice at least three business days in advance of the meeting. Please telephone (909)396-5676 between 8:00a.m. and 5:00p.m. Monday through Friday. ELPFUL PHONE NUMBE Copies of Agenda, Rules of the Commission, Cassette Tapes of Meetings (909) 396-5676 Computer Access to Agendas (909) 860 -LINE General Agendas (909) 396-5676 email: info@ci.diamond-bar.ca.us PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Tuesday July 13, 1999 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Nexrt Resolution No. 99-18 1. ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman Steve Tye, Vice Chairman Steve Nelson, George Kuo, Joe McManus and Joe Ruzicka. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: This is the time and place for the general public to address the members of the Planning Commission on any item that is within their jurisdiction, allowing the public an opportunity to speak on non-public hearing and non -agenda items. Please complete a Speaker's Card for the recording Secretary (Completion of this form is voluntarv). There is a five-minute maximum time limit when addressing the Planning Commission. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairman 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: The following items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and are approved by a single motion. Consent calendar items may be removed from the agenda by request of the Commission only: 4.1 Minutes: June 22, 1999 5. OLD BUSINESS: 6. NEW BUSINESS: 7. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: 7.1 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. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 3000 Block of Steeplechase Lane between Hawkwood Road and Wagon Train Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765. d:\\agenda\planninoulyl3, 1999 July 13, 1999 PC Agenda— Page I 8. 9. PROPERTY OWNER/ APPLICANT: Warren Dolezal 4251 S. Higuera Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that the Mitigated Negative Declaration is adequate for this project (Section 15073). No further environmental review is required. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission re -open the public hearing, receive public testimony, discuss the proposal, and continue the public hearing to July 27, 1999. PUBLIC HEARING: None PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: 10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 10.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. 11. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: 9th ANNUAL CONCERT IN THE PARKS CITY COUNCIL MEETING: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE: TOWN HALL MEETING: (Solid Waste) HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUNDUP: SUMMER CLEANUP: (Bulky Items) Every Wednesday, June 16, through August 18, 1999 6:30 P.M. — 8:00 P.M. Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden Springs Road Tuesday, July 20, 1999 — 6:30 P.M. AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive Thursday, July 22, 1999 — 7:00 P.M. AQMD Board Hearing Room, 21865 E. Copley Drive Saturday, July 24, 1999 9:00 A.M. — 11:00 A.M. Heritage Park Community Center 2900 S. Brea Canyon Road Saturday, July 24, 1999, 9:00 A.M. — 3:00 P.M. Gateway Corporate Center 1300 Bridgegate Drive Saturday, July 24, 1999 6:30 A.M. — 4:00 P.M., Curbside Pickup d:\\agenda\p1anning/ju1y13, 1999 July 13, 1999 PC Agenda —Page 2 12. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW MEETING: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: SMALL BUSINESS SEMINAR IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DIAMOND BAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION ADJOURNMENT: Tuesday, July 27, 1999 — 6:00 P.M. AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive Tuesday, July 27, 1999 — 7:00 P.M. AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive Tuesday, July 27, 1999 — 7:00 P.M. — 9:00 P.M. (Fourth Tuesday of each month through November 1999) AQMD, CC6, 21865 E. Copley Drive Thursday, August 12, 1999 — 7:00 P.M. AQMD Board Hearing Room, 21865 E. Copley Drive d-\\agenda\planningijulyB, 1999 July 13, 1999 PC Agenda — Page 3 MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 22, 1999 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: 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 JUNE 22, 1999 PAGE 2 PROPERTY OWNER/ Mathew Tachdjian APPLICANT: Col -Am Properties, LLC P.O. Box 4655, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 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 staffs 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 activity and traffic resulting in sales for Honda. Chair/Tye re -opened the public hearing. 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. 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 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 NOES: COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS ABSTAIN:, COMMISSIONERS PUBLIC HEARING: Kuo, McManus, Ruzicka, None None None VC/Nelson, Chair/Tye 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 staffs 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 counsel 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. 99-4, 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/McManus 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. 994, Negative Declaration 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 JUNE 22, 1999 PAGE 5 ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: Chair/Tye congratulated Mr. Kuo on his appointment as President of the Chinese Association. 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 Submitted, James DeStefano Deputy City Manager Attest: Steve Tye Chairman City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASEXILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: PROPERTY OWNER / APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: July 8, 1999 July 13, 1999 Tentative Parcel Map No. 23382, Conditional Use Permit No. 92-1 and Oak Tree Permit N. 95-2. A request for a one year extension of time for the referenced permits and a reduction of lots from four to three. 3000 block of Steeplechase Lane between Hawkwood Road and Wagon Train Lane Warren Dolezal 4251 S. Higuera Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 The applicant, Mr. Warren Dolezal, is the owner of property located in the 3000 block of Steeplechase Lane. Mr. Dolezal requests approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 23382, Conditional Use Permit No. 92-1 and Oak Tree Permit No. 95-2 for the subdivision of the 2.55 acre site into three residential lots and retention of the existing oak tree. The Planning Commission commenced its public hearing review of the requests on June 22, 1999. The Commission directed staff to prepare a resolution of approval for consideration at the July 13, 1999 meeting. Planning and Engineering staff met with the applicant on June 28, 1999 to review and discuss several issues outstanding and to clarify additional information necessary to complete the resolutions. A continuance for two weeks is necdssary for the staff and the applicant to complete our work. The applicant must provide the City with the requested information in order for the staff to complete our work. Revised Conditions to the map are necessary to reflect the modifications, adjust the lot lines as proposed. assure that no grading or construction of any kind occurs within ten feet of the dripline of the oak tree and that access to each lot is secured. The size of the developable pad areas and grading quantities are needed for each proposed parcel. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission re -open the public hearing, receive public testimony, discuss the proposal and continue the public hearing to July 27, 1999, Attachment: Planning Commission Staff Report dated June 15, 1999 (w/o attachments) AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASEXIL.E NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: PROPERTY OWNER/ APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report 8.1 June 15, 1999 June 22, 1999 Tentative Parcel Map No. 23382, Conditional Use Permit No. 92-1, and Oak Tree Permit No. 95-2. A request for a one year extension of time for the referenced permits and a reduction of lots from four to three. 3000 Block of Steeplechase Lane between Hawkwood Road and Wagon Train Lane Warren Dolezal 4251 S. Higuera Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 This matter is before the Planning Commission as a result of a Settlement Agreement by -and between the City of Diamond Bar and the Dolezal Company and the Dolezal Family Partnership. Mr. Warren Dolezal is the owner of property located in the 3000 block of Steeplechase Lane. On June 20, 1995, the City approved the owners application for Tentative Parcel Map No. 23382, Conditional Use Permit No. 92-1, and Oak Tree Permit No. 95-2, for the subdivision of the 2.55 acre site into four residential lots and retention of an existing oak tree. In 1998, the applicant requested an extension of time for the referenced permits and the removal of the existing oak tree. g:123392pc61599.rp1 I f PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: In accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the Development Code, notice of the proposed amendment was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin on June 1, 1999. In addition, a Notice of Public Hearing was posted as required by Code and mailed to approximately 68 property owners located within 500 feet of the project site. RECOAUKENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission receive a report from staff and 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. Attachments: 1. Stipulation and Order, dated May 17, 1999 2. Settlement Agreement, dated March 15, 1999 3. City Council Agenda Report and City Council Report, dated August 24, 1998 4. Country Estates Agreement, dzted April 16, 1999 5. Report from Pilkerton Consultants, Inc., dated April 2, 1999 6_ City Council Resolution No. 95-36 7 City Council Resolution No. 95-37 8 Mitigated Negative Declaration 95-2, and Mitigation Monitoring Program, dated March 1995 9 Three Lot Parcel Map 10 Three Lot Grading Plan 11. Four Lot Parcel Map gA23382pc61599.rpt 3 � J y �. v. N V ir li ir, v. u LL: tr CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGn►n AND AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING The Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting at the South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, at 7:00 P.M. on July 13, 1999. Items for consideration are listed on the attached agenda. I, John Ilasin, declare as follows: I work for the City of Diamond Bar in the Community and Development Services Department; that copies of the Notice for the Regular Meeting of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission, to be held on July 13, 1999, was posted at the following locations: City Hall South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium 21660 E. Copley Drive 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on July 9, 1999, at Diamond Bar, California. �hn I asin ' Community and Development Services Dept. D: \s\adidavitposting.doc STATE OF CALIFOII' COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ) The Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting at the South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, at 7:00 P.M. on July 13, 1999. Items for consideration are listed on the attached agenda. I, John Ilasin, declare as follows: I work for the City of Diamond Bar in the Community and Development Services Department; that copies of the Notice for the Regular Meeting of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission, to be held on July 13, 1999, was posted at the following locations: City Hall South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium 21660 E. Copley Drive 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on July 9, 1999, at Diamond Bar, California. �hn I asin ' Community and Development Services Dept. D: \s\adidavitposting.doc Fil�ftv�ioWd byonand is readyfo-or80 ng .� File rev' w d by 1�1-- 'Y\— on '- and �s ready r� destru on by Cly Clerk