PC Minutes-2005-03-2232400 PASEO ADELANTO
USAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 22,2005
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Neely at
7:04 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
Commissioners Present: Tim Neely, Chairman
Robert Cardoza, Vice Chairman
Sheldon Cohen
Joe Drey
Gene Ratcliffe
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Molly Bogh, Planning Director; Omar Sandoval, Deputy City Attorney;
Larry Lawrence, Consulting Project Manager; Bill Ramsey, Principal Planner; Brian
Perry, Senior Civil Engineer; Jason Fetterer, Acting City Attorney.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice Chairman Cardoza and Commissioner Cohen said that they would be abstaining.
I. RESOLUTION OF DENIAL FOR RZ 04-03, AC 04-07. TTM 16628 AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ADJUSTMENT; ZION - VISTA SAN JUAN OFFICE
PROJECT. APPLICATIONS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A MEDICAL AND
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE PROJECT WITH APPROXIMATELY 70,100 SQUARE FEET
L ON THE EAST SIDE OF RANCHO VIEJO ROAD NORTH OF SPOTTED BULL LANE.
IAPNS 650-01 1-34 AND -39)
San Juan Capistrano: Preserving the Past to Enhance the Future
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PC Meeting 2 March 22,2005
Motion
L Commissioner Drey moved, seconded by Commissioner Ratcliffe, to approve
Resolution 05-3-22-1 denying AC 04-07 and its associated zoning adjustment, and
recommending to the City Council that they deny Rezone 04-03 and Tentative Tract
Map 16628 for the Zion - Vista San Juan Project.
AYES: Commissioners Drey and Ratcliffe, Chairman Neely
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners Cardoza and Cohen
This motion passed by a vote of 3-0, with Commissioners Cardoza and Cohen
abstaining.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
I. CONSIDERATION OF REZONE 04-08, AN APPLICATION TO REZONE CERTAIN
PROPERTIES FROM THE “RS-10,000” TO THE “RSE-20,000” ZONE DISTRICT,
LOCATED AT 29522-29841 MONARCH DRIVE, AND AT 28072, 28102, AND 28122
CAMINO LA RONDA, AND MORE COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS APN: 650-451-07
& 08; 650-452-01 TO 03; 650-461-01 TO 17; 650-471-01 TO 03; 650-972-02; AND 666-
071-02 TO 04. (APPLICANT: CAPISTRANO ROYALE HOMEOWNERS
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ASSOCIATION)
Written Com mu n ications
Staff report dated March 22,2005
Applicant - Propertv Owner
Capistrano Royale Homeowners Assoc., c/o George Reiner, President, 29761 Monarch
Drive, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Homeowner Representative
Los Corrales Homeowners, c/o Roger France, 28102 Camino La Ronda, San Juan
Capistrano, CA 92675
Staff presentation & recommendation
Mr. Ramsey presented the staff report as consideration of a proposed rezone from “RS-
10,000” to “RS-20,000” for properties including 29522-29841 Monarch Drive and 28072,
28102, and 28122 Camino La Ronda. The prior “ES” zoning of these properties allowed
“private equestrian” use as a permitted accessory use while the current “RS-10,000’’
does not allow such use. The properties are all designated “Low Density Residential” by
the General Plan Land Use Element. Staff contacted the General Plan consultant to
determine whether the change from equestrian to non-equestrian use was intended by
the zone change. It appears this change occurred to address development standards,
and was not intended to change equestrian uses. Staff recommends that the Planning
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Commission adopt the draft resolution recommending approval of a proposed Rezone
from the “RS-10,000” to the “RS-20,000” for those properties located from 29522-29841
Monarch Drive, and at 28072,28102, and 28122 Camino la Ronda.
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Public Hearinq
George Reiner, 29761 Monarch Drive, President of Capistrano Royale HOA, spoke in
support of the proposed rezone.
Roger Franz, 281 02 Camino La Ronda, spoke in support of the proposed rezone.
Jonathan Wood, 29551 Monarch Drive, spoke in support of the proposed rezone.
David Koffs, 28122 Camino La Ronda, spoke in support of the proposed rezone.
Commissioner Questions and Comments
Commissioner Cohen asked staff how the problem occurred. Ms. Bogh said that staff
became aware that the 2002 Title 9 update had changed equestrian uses in these
areas, and that staff had initiated the change on behalf of the City to correct the
situation because it appeared to have been an oversight in the update process.
Motion
Chairman Neely moved, seconded by Commissioner Cohen, to approve Resolution 05-
3-22-2 recommending approval of a zoning map amendment to rezone from the RS-
10,000 to the RS-20,000 zone district those parcels located at 29522-29841 Monarch
Drive, and at 28072, 28102, and 28122 Camino La Ronda and more precisely referred
to as Assessors Parcel Number(s) 650-451 -07 and 08; 650-452-01 to 03; 650-461 -01 to
17; 650-471-01 to 03; 650-972-02; and 666-071-02 to -4 (Monarch Drive equestrian).
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AYES: Commissioners Cardoza, Cohen, Drey and Ratcliffe, Chairman Neely
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
This motion passed unanimously by a vote of 5-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. /TO BE CONTINUED TO THE APRIL 12 MEETING) CONSIDERATION OF
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT KIP) 769; A PROPOSED MITIGATED
NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLANS FOR THE
PC Meeting 4 March 22,2005
PROPOSED REMOVAL OF AN EXISTING 0.43 MILLION GALLON (MG) RESERVOIR
L, AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 1.34 MILLION GALLON (MG) RESERVOIR
LOCATED AT 25702 CALLE RICARDO (COOK RESERVOIR)
Motion
Commissioner Cohen moved, seconded by Commissioner Drey, to continue the item to
the April 12, 2005 Planning Commission meeting.
AYES: Commissioners Cardoza, Cohen, Drey and Ratcliffe, Chairman Neely
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
This motion passed unanimously by a vote of 5-0.
2. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING DIRECTOR’S
DETERMINATION THAT “OUTDOOR VENDING CARTS” ARE NOT A PERMllTED
USE OR STRUCTURE IN THE “FM” (FARM MARKET) ZONE DISTRICT LOCATED AT
32382 DEL OBISPO STREET (APN 649-291-1 8)(JOSEPH DEMANN)
L Mr. Ramsey said that Mr. Joe Demann was not at tonight’s meeting representing
Sidewalk Sensations.
Motion
Commissioner Cohen moved, seconded by Commissioner Drey, to continue the item to
the April 12, 2005 Planning Commission meeting to allow the appellant to attend the
meeting.
AYES: Commissioners Cardoza, Cohen, Drey and Ratcliffe, Chairman Neely
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
This motion passed unanimously by a vote of 5-0.
3. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (CIP) I1 1, CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND
DEL OBISPO STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS; CONSIDERATION OF
CONCEPTUAL IMPROVEMENTS PLANS FOR WIDENING PORTIONS OF THE
EXISTING INTERSECTION
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PC Meeting 5 March 22,2005
Mr. Perry presented the staff report as a Capital Improvement Project (CIP) 111,
Camino Capistrano and Del Obispo Street Intersection Improvements; consideration of
conceptual improvements plans for widening portions of the existing intersection. He
introduced the traffic consultants from Willdan who showed a computer simulation of the
two alternative intersection designs, one with an additional right-turn south-to-west turn
lane on Camino Capistrano, and one without. He stated the Traffic Congestion Relief
Committee of the City Council had identified needed improvements for the intersection,
and that the Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Committee on Downtown had identified the need for
pedestrian amenities in the downtown area. Staff recommends that by motion the
Planning Commission review the findings of the Camino Capistrano and Del Obispo
Street Intersection Studies with Modifications and forward a recommendation to the City
Council.
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Commissioner Questions and Comments
Commissioner Drey asked if the studies conformed to what the Blue Ribbon Committee
had in mind. Mr. Perry said traffic studies to show what the traffic would be with certain
improvements, but do not address the recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Committee
with respect to a pedestrian-oriented downtown area.
Commissioner Cohen asked Mr. Perry to provide more information on the Driveway C1
study. Mr. Perry said the turn counts were taken on three days and explained the
abbreviations.
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Commissioner Cohen asked about an overlap of expenses if the improvements on
southbound Camino Capistrano were pushed back to a later date. Mr. Perry said if it
were done later the traffic signal would have to be reworked.
Vice Chairman Cardoza asked the width of the proposed widening in front of the Union
Bank. Mr. Perry said the original plan was for one right, two throughs, and one left turn
lane.
Vice Chairman Cardoza said the prime emphasis of the Blue Ribbon Committee was to
make Camino Capistrano more pedestrian friendly.
Chairman Neely asked for clarification of the alignment study for the widening of
Camino Capistrano. Mr. Perry said that the appropriate length of the proposed turn lane
was determined based on the traffic study.
Commissioners requested more information and commented on the proposed
improvements and the need for review of final design plans by the DRC or Planning
Commission.
Commissioner Cohen said he. favors the October I, 2004 study, and would table for
future consideration the adding of an additional right lane on southbound Camino
Capistrano. He stated we need to look at traffic on Del Obispo at the Union Bank
building, and felt that there are too many driveways at this location for the size of the El
Adobe Plaza.
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Commissioner Ratcliffe said she favors the October 1, 2004 study without the widening
on Capistrano Capistrano, and asked if the bridge widening project would affect the turn
pocket widening on eastbound Del Obispo. Mr. Perry said the recommendation is that
nothing be done on the left turn into the El Adobe Plaza until the bridge project is done.
Commissioner Drey said he favors the June 4, 2004 plan, with the additional turn lane.
Vice Chairman Cardoza said that he supports the October 1, 2004 study and reiterated
that the June proposal is not in keeping with the recommendations to keep the area
pedestrian friendly.
Chairman Neely said he supports the October I, 2004 study and agrees with the
closure of driveway B2 on the Chevron site, and that driveway C1 would be preferred
over driveway C2. Chairman Neely suggested that the final design plans be returned to
the Planning Commission or Design Review Committee for review.
Motion
Commissioner Cardoza moved, seconded by Commissioner Ratcliffe, to
recommend that the City Council authorize staff to move forward with the
intersection design based on the concept plan dated October 1, 2004, with the
following additional recommendations:
0 The Planning Commission agrees that driveway B2 should be deleted;
0 Landscape plans for any landscaped medians and/or parkways affected
by the project, and design and placement of any street furniture, should be
referred to the DRC for review and approval;
0 Width and location of any proposed bus turnouts should be evaluated to
ensure that they allow safe passage of vehicles while not adversely
affecting sidewalks and landscaping, and should be referred to DRC for
review and approval;
0 All driveways within the El Adobe shopping center on the northwest corner
of the intersection should be studied to determine if the number and
location of driveways impacts traffic operations at the intersection, and a
report should be brought back to Planning Commission on this issue prior
to approval of the final intersection design.
Should the City Council opt for the June, 2004 design alternative, then the
plans for retaining walls and landscaping in front of Union Bank should be
referred to DRC for review and approval prior to approval of the final
intersection design.
AYES: Commissioners Cardoza, Cohen, and Ratcliffe, Chairman Neely
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NOES: Commissioner Drey
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
This motion passed by a vote of 4-1.
PC Meeting 7 March 22,2005
4. (TO BE CONTINUED TO THE APRIL 12 MEETING) TREE REMOVAL PERMIT
WITH DIAMETERS OF 26 INCHES AND 32 INCHES ON A SEVEN (7) ACRE LOT
LOCATED IMMEDIATELY SOUTH OF THE DRIVEWAY TO THE VILLA SAN JUAN
MOBILE HOME PARK AT 33831 CAMINO CAPISTRANO, IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT
L-- {TRP) 04-185, AN APPLICATION TO REMOVE TWO (2) MONTEREY PINE TREES,
TO CAMINO CAPISTRANO. (APN 121 -254-20)(APPLICANT: ROBERT SMITHNILLA
SAN JUAN MOBILE HOME PARK HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION)
Motion
Commissioner Cohen moved, seconded by Commissioner Drey, to continue the item to
the April 12, 2005 Planning Commission meeting.
AYES: Commissioners Cardoza, Cohen, Drey and Ratcliffe, Chairman Neely
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
This motion passed unanimously by a vote of 5-0.
COM M I SSlONlSTAF F COMMENTS
Ms. Bogh said that the severely trimmed trees on the west side of La Novia are the
subject of a code enforcement case.
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Commissioner Cohen asked for updates on the 99 cent Store banners. Ms. Bogh said
that code enforcement has been notified.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the. Commission, the meeting was adjourned at
8:12 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12, 2005, at 7:OO
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
ResDectfullv submitted.
Molly Mgh
Planning Director
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