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PC MINS 19870324t M I N U T E S PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 24, 1987 The meeting was called to order at 7:35 PM by Chairperson Ortolano at 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard. PRESENT: CONNOLLY, MC NULTY, ORTOLANO, VON HAGEN, WIKE ABSENT: NONE Also present were Director of Environmental Services Robert Benard, Associate Planner Steve Rubin, Assistant Planner Laurie Brigham, and Assistant Planner Carolynn Wilker-Roesch. CONSENT CALENDAR VAR No. 111, GR No. 759 Commissioner McNulty moved approval Kerwin , 30520 PV Dr East of the Consent Calendar; seconded by Commissioner Von Hagen and passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS CUP No. 41 - Amendment Associate Planner Steve Rubin GR No. 984 presented the staff report. The Canterbury He noted the applicant's desire 5801 Crestridge to continue the item. Chairperson Ortolano stated that it would be appropriate to grant the request.- - Commissioner McNulty moved to grant a continuance; seconded by Commissioner Von Hagen and passed unanimously. Staff noted that the item will be renoticed when a new public hearing date has been established. r • Minutes March 24, 1987 Page 2 • CUP No. 116, EA No. 509 Assistant Planner Carolynn Wilker- Christ Lutheran Church Roesch presented the staff report. 28850 s. Western Commissioner Wike noted that there is no buffering for the playground noise which could affect the condominiums which are nearby. Staff said that the condominiums are in the City of Los Angeles and indicated that the Church playground is at the parking structure level of the condominiums; however, staff commented that it would be within the Commission's discretion to require buffering. Commissioner Von Hagen questioned what time of day school ends for the youngsters who use the playground. Staff stated that most school activities cease by approximately 5:00 PM. Commissioner McNulty moved approval of staff recommendation No. 3 with the Conditions of Approval as outlined in Exhibit "A"; seconded by Commissioner Von Hagen and passed unanimously. Appeal rights were noted. CONTINUED BUSINESS CUP No. 23, Rev "K" Assistant Planner Carolynn Wilker- and GR No. 924 Roesch presented the staff report. Dubow, 2912 Vista del Mar Mr. Lamar Robinson, the applicant's architect, stated his agreement with the staff report. In response to Commissioner Wike's request for clarification, he discussed that the landscaping of the project would be extensive and the only retaining walls envisioned are as proposed. Commissioner McNulty moved approval of staff's recommendation No. 2; seconded by Commissioner Von Hagen Commissioner Wike said a Condition of Approval could be added to include that the deed restrictions contain language prohibiting any further reduction in open space. Staff pointed out that any further reductions in open space would require Commission approval since the proposed 70% open space is the minimum allowed by the adopted Guidelines. Minutes March 24, 1987 Page 3 Commissioner McNulty stressed that the Commission should not make Conditions part of the deed restrictions. Commissioner Wike remarked that the inclusion of such language in the deed restrictions would better insure that a potential buyer is made aware of the City's open space requirements. The motion passed by a majority vote with Commissioner Wike dissenting. Appeal rights were noted. NEW BUSINESS Sign Permit No. 335 Assistant Planner Laurie Brigham Heath & Co presented the staff report. 28849 S. Western Chairperson Ortolano discussed the philosophy behind the amortization program to recoup investments in existing signage. She pointed out that the applicant's request is for a new sign. Commissioner Von Hagen noted the intent of the amortization program to lessen the hardship of the existing signs. He suggested the Commission discuss whether funds should be expended on a new sign in the fourth year of the amortization program. He emphasized that the applicant, a major tenant, is entitled to adequate signage: Chairperson Ortolano questioned whether the applicant should be entitled to signage over that permitted by Code. She noted that -the applicant' -s _signage _on the existing - Opole sign -'is at least twice --as large as the others-�at the location. Mr. Benard related the applicant's awareness that the sign falls under the amortization program, even if an investment is made to modify it. Staff pointed out that the Harbor Heights Center in which the applicant's sign is located was previously approved by the Commission for redevelopment. Mr. Benard mentioned that a new sign program is a requirement of the development plan. 0 E Minutes March 24, 1987 Page 4 E Commissioner McNulty said the applicant would not change the sign configuration but alter the canister sign facia. He remarked that the tenants in the center rely on the applicant, the ma3or tenant, to draw patrons to the area because of the center's difficult location. Commissioner Wike discussed that the removal of all other signs could be a condition of the approval of the replacement of the canister sign facia. Commissioner McNulty noted that the proposed wall sign would be approximately 22.2 square feet smaller than the existing wall sign. Commissioner Connolly stated that he could support the staff recommendation since it is a short period of time until the center is redeveloped. Commissioner McNulty said he would not object to staff approving the replacement of canister facias, on future applications. Chairperson Ortolano indicated her preference for Commission approval of requests to alter the canister facias,, Commissioner McNulty moved approval of the application for the signage as approved by staff, excluding the staff recommendation that, in the future, staff have over the counter approval of the replacement of facias in canisters already existing; seconded by Commissioner Wike and passed unanimously. QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Mr. Tom Heath, Heath & Co., 28849 (Regarding Non -Agenda Items) S. Western, voiced concern that the meeting notice he received did not contain the address of the meeting location. I Chairperson Ortolano inaic_at&d=' that the agendas do contain the meeting address of 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard. Mr. Benard said that, for clarification purposes, the meeting location of Hesse Park will be included on future agendas. E Minutes March 24, 1987 Page 5 ftlsZ*., Ll Staff Mr. Benard mentioned that the Specific Plan IV minutes which were included in the Commissioner meeting packets are for informa- tion only. He noted that a second Specific Plan IV subcommittee meeting will be held Monday, April 13, 7:30 PM, the Red Cross, 1449 W. 1st Street, San Pedro. He mentioned that the meeting will be renoticed in order to assure that any interested parties were notified. Commission Commissioner Connolly discussed his recent attendance at the Planning Commissioners' Institute held in Sacramento. He noted that many cities approve the minutes at the end of the meeting and stated concerns regarding FREE (Fuel Restricting Economical Enterprise), a pro minimart group. Commissioner Von Hagen suggested that a Commission/staff dinner be organized. Mr. Benard stated intent to discuss the idea with the City Attorney in order to avoid any conflict with the amendments to the Brown Act. He said he will inform the Commission of his findings at the next meeting. Commissioner McNulty offered to host the dinner. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion of Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Wike, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 PM.