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PC MINS 19890111I MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEET1101. JANUARY 11, 1989 CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of December 13, 1988 Page Five, Paragraph 5 was amended to read: "Commissioner Wike proposed addition of the condition that the chain link should be removed within one year." Page Six, Paragraph 10 was amended to read: "Motion was made by Commissioner Von Hagen and seconded by Chairman Connolly to approve the project . . . 11 ` Ab MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETI u_ rjJ�l JANUARY 11, 1989 The meeting was called to order at 7:34 p.m. by Chairperson W ke_at City Hall Community Room, 30940 Hawthorne Boulevard. PRESENT: Von Hagen, Wike, McNulty, Ortolano ABSENT: Connolly Also present were Director of Environmental Services Robert Benard, Senior Planner Greg Fuz, Assistant Planner Laurie Brigham and Assistant Planner Marcia Smith. Director of Environmental Services Benard announced that Mrs. Wike had been selected by the City Council to serve as Chairman of the Planning Commission for 1989. Commissioner tion Hagen proposed Commissioner McNulty as Vice Chairman. Commissioner McNulty accepted the nomination of Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission and was accepted without objection. COMMUNICATIONS CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of December 13, 1988 Chairperson _ Hike _no_ted_.. that communications had been received relative to the Marriott Lifecare Center and would be addressed at the time this agenda item was heard. These communications would be made part of the record. Chairperson Wike also reported_ that communication had been received relative to the workshop on walls, fences and hedges. Page Five, Paragraph 5 was amended to read: "Commissioner Wike proposed addition of the condition that the chain link should be removed within one year." Page Six, Paragraph 10 was amended to read: "Motion was made by Commissioner Von Hagen and seconded by Chairman Connolly to approve the project . . ." M,nutes January 11, 1989 Page Two Page Seven, Paragraph 7 was amended to read: "Motion was made by Commissioner Von Hagen and seconded by Commissioner Wike . . ." Page Eight, Paragraph 3 was amended to read: ". . . be designed so as to permit passage of 90% light and air." Page Eight, Paragraph 8 was amended to read: " The next Planning Commission meeting will adjourn to January 11, P.C. Resolution No. 89 There was no discussion on C.U.P. No. 101 this item. Revision "D" 28849 Western Avenue P.C. Resolution No. 88 Motion was made by Commissioner McNvalty and seconded by Conzassi.oner von Hagen to approve the Consent Calendar as amended. Notion passed 3 to 1. Commissioner Ortolan abstained. PUBLIC EMARINGS Conditional Use Permit No. 131 Variance No. IS2 Grading Application No. 1066 Marriott Corporation Director of Environmental Services Benard presented the Staff Report and reported that the Draft Environmental Impact Report was modified and re- circulated based upon information provided by the City Attorney in early December 1988. Mr. Benard also reported on the noticing requirements for the subject project, and stated that written comments which were received by January 10, 1989 would be responded to by the City's EIR consultant and would be made part of the Final Environmental Impact Report. All public testimonv received at tonight's meeting would also be included in the final documents. Minutes January 11, 1989 Page Three Mr. Benard reported that the major modifications to the site have been to: (1) fully contain the building elevation within 16 feet above the existing ridge line, except for the architectural elements which appear above the community center and which intersect certain residential wings; (2) reduce the amount of excavation and off-site Soil export; (3) the roof elevations are more vertically articulated; (4) the main east/west building axis was reoriented to align more closely with MiStridge Road. Mr. Benard concluded that Staff believes that the modifications have lessened the impacts that were identified in the Draft Environmental Impact Report. Chairperson Wake reviewed the following.correspondence that -had been received by the Commission from: 1. The mayor of Rolling Hills Estate--, which strongly suggested addition of a condition to designate a truck route from the project site to the Chandler quarry. 2. Marriott Lifecare centers, stating the extent of the revisions to the Site plan. 3. Maude La.. ndon, indicating concerns about grading, truck rcute, saving of the mature eucalyptus trees on the site, and requesting a public viewing area. 4. Donald Davidson, stating approval of the project. 5. Lawrence Long, stating approval of the project. 6. Mrs. Phyllis King, -stating approval of the project. 7. Mr. and Mrs. Noble, stating approval of the project. 8. Earl Kunz, stating approval of the project. 9. Maxine Treverton, opposing the project. 10. Gene Alabaster, opposing the project. 11. Frank and Paolo Arico, opposing the project. Ed Novak, Director of Development, Marriott Lifecare Retirement Communities, 227 South Washington Street, Alexandria, 1%, reviewed the architectural changes that were made to the project in response to the direction given by the Planning Commission and in consideration of concerns raised by the residents. Mr. Novak also distributed to the Commission information regarding the market survey that was conducted by the Marriott. 0 1 6 Minutes January 11, 1989 Page Four - Doug Hudson with the architectural firm of ETA, added further details to the,revision of the building schemes and presented drawings showing how the ridgellne had been lowered and reconfigured to add view corridors. Mr. Hudson also compared the new scheme with the one that was previously presented. Chairperson Wike opened the public hearing. Bob Halderman, 88 Narcissa Drive, Director of the Palos Verdes Arts Association, said he was conditionally in favor of the project, but expressed concerns about the proposed truck route and the resulting dust, dirt and safety impacts. Commissioner Von Hagen requested that Staff ask the Traffic Commission to provide a clearly designated truck route. Commissioner Ortolano requested information from Mr. Novak regarding the health care benefits for the residents of the proposed facility_ Mr. Novak clar1fied that the facility itself prol.r.des two levels_, of services, and that particular benefit is an option to the residents. Mr. Novak also clarified that the number of independent living units is proposed at 250, and the monthly fee would range from approximately $1,350 (single occupancy) to approximately $2,100 (double occupancy), depending on the size of the unit. Mr. Novak also explained certain rooms in the health care facility would be made available to the public until they were needed by the residents. Steve Silverstone, 5805 Scotwood Drive, President of the congregation Ner Tami.d, commended and supported the City Council's vote to reject the horse trail. Daniel Blatt, 29925 Stonecrest Road, said that many of his comments were not responded to in the Environmental Impact Report, which, he said, is incomplete, contradictory and incompetent. Mr. Blatt also expressed concern about the impact of the truck route on traffic and on the roadways. Anthony Segreto, 5677 Mistridge Drive, commented that a topographical map has not been made available to the public which shows areas of hazard and extreme slope. Mr. Segreto further noted that the EIR was not released until December 5, 1988, and that many questions and concerns were left unanswered. Director of Environmental Services Benard responded to Mr. Segreto's comments about release of the ETR by reading the acknowledgement from the State Clearinghouse, and pointed out that significant changes have been made in the revised enrironmental document, including addressing the public's concerns and comments. 0 1 0 Minutes January 11, 1989 Page Five _Chairperson Wike requested that the Trails Committee provide direction to the Commission on the types of trails for the site and on alternative routes, that the Department of Public Works provide a recommendation on the best drainage routes, and requested a -comparison of the impacts if the facility were redUcFed to 150—un--its and a 100 bed hospital, also 150 units with a 50 bed hospital. Chairperson Wike referenced Table 26, Alternative # 4, reducing the project to 150 units resulted in reductions in the geotechnical by 35%, traffic and circulation 74%, air quality 30%dust and 54% nitrogenoxides, visual becomes not significant, water service 35% and sanitary sewer 41%. Director of Envir onmental Services Benard noted that such a detailed analysis I of a revised project would require a new environmental review.,- Additionally, he noted that Staff's position regarding the building configuration is that it is aesthetically pleasing and does not expose the residents to the elements. Notion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Ortolano to close the public hearings on the recirculated Draft Environmental Impact Report and continue the project application public hearings to January 24, 1989. Motion unanimously passed. Extreme Slope Permit No. 9 6661 Crest Road Assistant Planner Marcia Smith presented the Staff Report and noted that the applicant is requesting approval of a 754 square foot deck to be located over an extreme slope. The deck will be split level with the upper level to cantilever six feet over the extreme slope and the lower level proposed to cantilever a maximum of 12 feet over the extreme slope. Ms. Smith concluded that the City's Development Code states that decks may cantilever a maximum of six feet over an extreme slope through an Extreme Slope Permit. Since the applicant is requesting that the lower deck cantilever to a maximum of 12 feet in one corner over the extreme slope, this request should be considered through a Variance application which the applicant has agreed to submit. Chairpp_r$Qp Wike oppned- the public hearing. David Bray, M.D., 6661 Crest Road, noted his agreement to file for a Variance application. Chairperson Wike closed the public hearing. Minutes January 11, 1989 Page Six Motion was made by Commissione-r McNulty and seconded by Cosm:Lssioner 'LlIon Hagen to allow the applicant to withdraw the Extreme Slope Peru -it and submit a Variance application for the request. Motion unanimously passed. Conditional Use Permit No. 144 Environmental Assessment No. 563 Variance No. 224 29035 South Western Assistant Planner Laurie Brigham presented the Staff Report and noted that the proposed project includes the demolition of an existing 1400 square foot Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurant and the construction of a new 1800 square foot restaurant containing eat -in, drive-thru, and carry -out fast food capabilities. Ms. Brigham added that Staff's major concern with the proposal is the lack of adequate parking. Staff has discussed with the applicant several alternatives to the proposed project, including reducing or eliminating the seating area in order to reduce the required parking, or constructing a retaining wall in the rear slope adjacent to the Sizzler Restaurant in order to accommodate more parking. Another option would be to demolish the existing Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurant, and use the rear for additional parking for the Sizzler. Ms. Brigham said that the proposal is currently being reviewed by the State Clearing House, Cal Trans, and the Traffic Committee. All comments received will be presented to the Commission at the February 14, 1989 meeting. Commissioner Von Hagen announced that he is associated socially with Jim and Barbara Collins, and with Dick Birmingham and has represented Collins Foods on occasion. He will derive no economic gain from the current project. Qh4j.rPe_Xs0n Wike opened the public hearing. Dennis Carr, 12655 Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, representing Collins Foods International, noted that the rebuilt restaurant would Serve the community more efficiently and effectively. He said he had hoped this could be achieved through a drive-thru facility. Bob Merriam, P.O. Box 819, Anaheim, clarified the proposed parking configurations and curb cuts. He said that eliminating the drive-thru would not be an option because a significant amount of sales is conducted through the drive-thru. The drive- thru should also reduce the amount of required parking spaces. Minutes January 11, 1980 Page Seven Michael Etobbs, 12655 Jefferson Boulevard, representing Collins Foods International, also reviewed the proposed parking arrangement. He noted that both Kentucky Fried Chicken and Sizzler are owned by Collins Foods International, and they have shared parking rights. Chairperson -Wil, -,e closed the public hearing. Commissioner Ortolano requested that this item be continued to allow staff to provide further analysis on how additional parking spaces may he provided, on the retaining wall at the rear of the lot, to provide alternative plans for the seating capacity of the Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurant and on the possibility of another curb cut. Commissioner McNulty strongly encouraged that the take-out area be removed from the Western Avenue side of the structure. Motion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Ortolano to continue this application to February 14, 1989. Motion unanimously passed. CONTINUED BUSINESS Site Plan Review No. 4734 Assistant Planner Laurie u. 5014 Silver Arrow Brigham noted that the applicant has been directed to have the satellite technician prepare additional information. Motion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Co=_,ssioner Orto-lane to continue this application to February 24, 1989. Notion unanimously passed. Site Plan Review No. 4710 6118 Palos Verdes Drive South Senior Planner Greg Fuz presented the Staff Report and noted that the applicant is requesting to allow a conference facility with off- site parking within an existing non -conforming commercial use. Based on Staff's previous analysis, a total of 35 parking spaces w6uld be required to accommodate the applicant's proposal. Minutes • January 11, 1989 Page Eight A minimum of 27 parking spaces would be required off-site, and the applicant has prepared two options for providing off-site parking in excess of the number required by the Code. Option One involves use of City owned property at the corner of Palos Verdes Drive South and Seacove Drive to provide parking when the existing flower and vegetable stand is not open for business. Option Two involves use of the Wayfarer Chapel's parting lot to serve the Wayferer's West conference facility during the hours that the City property is not available. Mr. Fuz noted the Staff recommendation that the applicant be permitted to pursue Option One to provide off-site parking on City property subject to the conditions in Exhibit 'A'. However, an alternative would be to approve the proposal as recommended by Staff, but modify Condition No. 1 of Exhibit 'A' to direct that final approval of the parking lot plan shall be by the Commission. Reverend Harvey Tafel, 5755 Palos Verdes Drive South, noted that granting the use of parking on the City property would only partially alleviate the parking problem, and requested a variance to allow a shuttle between the City parking lot and the Chapel. He also requested a delay of 60 days until he meets with the Chapel Board. Dean Andrews, 118 South Catalina Avenue, Redondo Beach, requested that the variance be used in order to obtain use of the City parking lot. Director of Environmental Services Benard noted that the Variance will be noticed to residents within 500 feet of the site. !lotion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Co=issioner Von Hagen to approve the application with the conditions suggested by Staff. Motion unanimously passed. NEW BUSINESS Conditional Use Permit The Staff Report on this item No. 42 - Revision -The waived. 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East Lance Brown, 2481 Eldon Avenue, Costa Mesa, representing J.P. Darling Associates, noted that the new addition will not create any negative impacts in its location and design. He said that landscaping would be added if it is the pleasure of the Commission. Minutes January 11, 1989 Page Wine Notion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Ortolano to approve the application with the following conditions: a) no exterior doors and windows are permitted; b) a landscape plan for the area shall be submitted to the Director of Environmental Services for review and approval; c) the existing storage shed shall be removed. Motion unanimously passed. QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE (regarding non -agenda items) There were no questions from the audience. STAFF REPORTS Director of Environmental Services Benard reported that the Four - Cities Planning Meeting will be held on Saturday, January 14, 1989 at 9:00 a.m. at Hesse Park. The projects tour directed by the City Council will be held on January 15, 1989 starting at 7:30 a.m. COMMISSION REPORTS Chairperson Wike and Commissioners Von Hagen and McNulty indicated an interest in attending the Planning Commissioners and Planning Directors Institute. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was duly adjourned at 11:48 p.m. to Sunday, January 15, 1989, 7:30 a.m. for the Projects Tour.