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GRAND TERRACE PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
JULY 21, 1986
The regular meeting of the Grand Terrace Planning Commission was called
to order at the Grand Terrace Civic Center, 22795 Barton Road, Grand
Terrace, CA 92324 on July 21, 1986, at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Caouette.
PRESENT: Norman Caouette, Chairman
Jerry Hawkinson, Vice-Chairman
Gerald Cole, Commissioner
Ray Munson, Commissioner
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director
Lynn Halligan, Planning Secretary
EXCUSED ABSENCE: Sanford Collins, Commissioner
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIENCE: Led by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson.
I. MINUTES
A. Minutes of July 7, 1986, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes.
PCM 86-56 Motion by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson,
seconded by Commissioner Munson and
passed by a 4-0 vote, to approve the
minutes as submitted.
II. NEW BUSINESS
A. Detailed Landscaping and Irrigation plans for Orco Tool & Hardware.
Chairman Caouette asked for the staff presentation.
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, presented Staff Report. Noted
that the plan meets and exceeds the requirements. Staff
recommended that the Planning Commission approve the subject
irrigation and landscaping plan.
Chairman Caouette asked if there were any questions of staff.
Asked if there was anyone who wished to address the Commission
regarding this matter. Being no one, entertained a motion.
PCM 86-57 Motion by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson
and seconded by Commissioner Cole
and passed by a 4-0 vote, to approve
the detailed landscaping and irrigation
plans, as submitted.
B. Landscaping and Lighting Plan for Mt. Vernon Villas, Phase I.
Chairman Caouette asked Staff for presentation.
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, presented staff report. Noted
that Staff feels that the landscaping, as proposed, based on
the artists presentation of the landscaping, appeared to be
adequate. Staff recommended that the landscaping plan,
as submitted, be approved. Mr. Kicak noted that Staff requests
a more detailed irrigation plan be submitted by the
applicant, prior to the issuance of building permits.
Chairman Caouette asked if the applicant, or his representative,
was present. Asked if the Commission had any questions of the
applicant. Asked the representative to state name and
address for the record.
Dan Busbin, SWA Group, 580 Broadway, Laguna Beach, CA. Landscape
Architects for this project.
Commissioner Cole asked whether or not it would be possible to
berm up along the 6' high block wall that was conditioned along
Mt. Vernon Avenue, in order to lessen the impact of the wall.
Mr. Busbin noted that the wall had been approved previously, so
that they were proposing a continuation of the street trees
and shrub treatment along the base of the wall. A berm had not
been recommended because of the opportunity to jump the wall.
Carol Tanner, Forest City Development, Applicant, noted that
the berm would eliminate some security measures.
Commissioner Cole asked if it was possible to break up the
wall, so there would not be a straight expanse of 6' high
wall, maybe some reveals.
Dan Busbin, noted that they could recommend using shrubbery
that could be planted along the parkway in front of the wall,
which could undulate and break up the visibility of the
straight wall. Or, a hedge condition that would also help
provide a greener appearance from the landscaping. Another
might be to recommend intermittant openings that might allow
some visibility into the site.
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Chairman Caouette asked the applicant for clarification about
a note on the plans which states that the proposed plant
pallette is subject to soils agricultural suitability.
Dan Busbin, SWA Group, responded that, at the time plans were
being prepared, an agricultural suitability analysis was being
performed on the site. This was to determine whether the
soils might have any particular conditions that might be
detrimental to the plants being recommended. He noted that, at
this time, they had positive results from the agricultural
suitability.
Chairman Caouette questioned why they did not include plant
sizes and some sort of irrigation system.
Dan Busbin - responded that the irrigation system for the entire
project is proposed to have a complete system that would include
pop-up overhead spray-type sprinklers in all landscaped areas.
Upon approval of the landscaping for construction, they will
be able to prepare a working drawing of the irrigation plan
that would be submitted to the City prior to installation.
Dan Busbin, in response to Chairman Caouette's question regarding
landscaping along the Canal, noted that there is no proposed
landscape outside of the propertyline. They were under the
impression that landscaping would not be allowed by Gage Canal
Company. Noted, at this time, the following are the tree sizes
proposed: 24" box tree will line Mt. Vernon Avenue, 15 gal. size
trees will line the parking courts. The Eucalyptus trees that
are providing the perimeter buffer treatment would be a range of
5 to 15 gal. sizes. The central trees that would be planted
within the meadow and green areas would be a mix of 15 - 24" box.
The only areas that have a smaller 5 gal. size would be the
Eucalyptus. He noted that this was because they have had
greater results by planting smaller sizes.
Discussion took place between Chairman Caouette and Mr. Busbin
regarding the submittal of more detailed landscaping plan that
would also include a detailed irrigation plan and cross sections
showing the block wall treatment.
Discussion between Commissioner Munson and Joseph Kicak, Planning
Director, regarding the location of buildings within the 25'
setback. Mr. Kicak noted that in Phase I and Phase II the
proposed carports are within the 25' setback area and would have
to be adjusted and relocated out of that area. Joseph Kicak
noted that setback requirements are subject to a variance and
not staff approval.
Dan Busbin, SWA Group, responded that the dimensioned site plan
shown is the proposed final location for the project buildings,
parking and carports and the landscaped open space area. He
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noted that they were under the impression that the earlier plan
that had been presented was approved with the carports in the
location along Mt. Vernon. He mentioned that those carports
along Mt. Vernon Avenue would be relocated out of that area and
would be located in the other side of the parking area. Noted
that they could move those carports out of the 25' setback area.
Discussion continued among the Commission, Staff and the
Landscape Architect, Mr. Busbin, regarding the landscaping
plans. Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, noted that the
plans for carports and the irrigation system would have to
come back to the Planning Commission. And, with respect to
the landscaping plan, he had no problem with it. Mr. Kicak,
also noted that one of the plans presented to the Planning
Commission and to the City Council, at a joint body meeting,
indicated a meandering sidewalk on Mt. Vernon Avenue, with
rolling terrain in the sidewalk area.
Dan Busbin, SWA Group, responded that with a 6' setback, they
did not feel they could successfully provide a rolling terrain
and meandering sidewalk condition. Felt a hedge condition
would be a more desirable solution to provide a variation
along the wall.
Chairman Caouette went back to the issue of carports and noted
that they would have to go through the variance process.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, concurred with this statement.
Chairman Caouette asked if there were any other questions of
the applicant. Asked if there was anyone in the audience
that wished to address the Commission regarding the landscaping
plan. Being no one, turned back to the Commission for
discussion.
PCM 86-58 Motion by Chairman Caouette and
seconded by Commissioner Cole and
passed by a 4-0 vote, to conceptually
approve the landscaping plans as
submitted.
PCM 86-59 Motion by Chairman Caouette and
seconded by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson
and passed by a 4-0 vote that prior
to issuance of building permits, for
Phase I of Mt. Vernon Villas, the
Planning Commission will have an
opportunity to review and approve
detailed landscaping and irrigation
plans showing the typical section and
elevations to show plant species,
size, location and density. The plan
will also show the block wall treatment
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and the irrigation system.
III. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Specific Plan 86-1/Conditional Use Permit 86-3 and Site and
Architectural Review 86-6 for Mt. Vernon Villas Phase II.
Chairman Caouette, asked that prior to staff presentation, the
City Attorney advise the Planning Commission if they should
consider this plan, due to the two (2) recently passed
Ordinances that this Specific Plan does not address.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, in response, noted that they should
consider the plan as proposed. Noted that anything that has
had approval prior to adoption of the Ordinances has a
vested right in continuing. If it did not have prior approval,
then the two (2) Ordinances would, in fact, be applicable. The
two Ordinances referenced are the Minimum Square Footage and
attached garages. Further, discussed that there are several
options. The first is to find that there was a prior approval
and as a result of prior rights having been established, waive
the two Ordinances. The 2nd is the opposite of that, find that
a portion of the project did not have that prior approval and
thus, the two Ordinances would be applicable to that portion only.
Third, through a variance process, waive or grant a variance as
to the applicability of those two Ordinances on this particular
project. It could have a detrimental affect on the developer,
who has potentially detrimentally relied on the existing Ordinance
of the City. In his discussions wiht the Applicant, one portion
of the project, which is referred to as the Karger project
indicated in Phase II, has not received approval. The remainder
has received prior approval.
Chairman Caouette questioned whether the site plan was approved
as they see it here.
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, responded that this site plan
represents Phase II. A project submitted by USA Properties had
been previously considered and approved by the Planning
Commission and City Council. In response to Chairman Caouette's
question, noted that it was seen in a different form. The
project was redesigned as Phase II and represents what was
approved in concept by both the Planning Commission and City
Council. In response to Chairman Caouette's question regarding
sizes of units, as submitted by USA Properties, Mr. Kicak
noted that they probably did not meet the standards of the
current Ordinance and that they were larger than those
proposed by this particular proposal.
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Chairman Caouette asked for the Staff presentation.
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, presented the Staff Report. He
noted that the applicant is proposing some density transfers
from Phase I to Phase II, asked to have the applicant address
this. Staff recommended that the Planning Commission make the
findings presented in the Staff Report and take action subject
to the legal advice on the applicability of Ordinances 100
and 104.
Chairman Caouette asked if there were any questions of staff.
Vice-Chairman Hawkinson noted that the same setback problem
in Phase II, as in Phase I. Noted that the Planning Commission
did approve the USA Properties, but with a new plan vs. what
the Planning Commission had originally approved, felt that
he would interpret that as being a major deviation. He thought
the process should start over again.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, noted that the City Council and
the Planning Commission, in a joint session, discussed and
indicated their approval. Also, that the City encouraged that
all of the project be developed as one development project.
The applicant is simply complying with all of the City's
requests at that time. He noted that the Planning Commission
could treat it as one entirely new plan; however, you would
have to treat that portion of USA Properties as already having
received approvals. As to the other requirements, the Planning
Commission has the right to provide various conditions that
would protect the Community.
Chairman Caouette clarified with the City Attorney that because
they have a plan that was approved, the Ordinances that were
enacted since that plan was approved may not apply to one-half of
the plan, but they could apply to the other one-half.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney concurred with this statement.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney noted that the fact that a change in
the size of units and circulation, has little bearing on
garaging of automobiles, whether they are enclosed or not
enclosed or upon the minimum residential size of units. He felt
that if the Planning Commission finds, that due to changed
conditions should require new conditions, the Planning
Commission could impose that condition. But, to use that
as a justification for imposing something that is more
restrictive simply to impose something more restrictive, the
Planning Commission cannot do that. The applicant would be
protected from that.
Commissioner Cole noted that because of the City's request that
the development be developed as a whole, that conceptually the
Planning Commission apply the same condition on the 2nd half
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because the applicant is complying with the City's wishes.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, concurred with this statement.
With regard to USA Properties project, the prior approval has
occurred. As to the other portion of the project, the Planning
Commission and the City Council have to interpret whether or not
those prior approvals have occurred. If you have, at some previous
time, given those approvals, then Ordinances 100 and 104 would
not apply. If, in fact, the Planning Commission has not, then
Ordinance 100 and 104 would apply. Unless the Planning
Commission determines that a variance would be granted for
those two Ordinances on this project.
Chairman Caouette noted that the City Attorney is making a
distinction when talking about approval between the USA
Properties Specific Plan that was approved and the Conceptual
Land Use Plan for the whole area that was never heard in a
public hearing.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, concurred with Chairman Caouette.
The applicant has an argument in whether or not some approvals
were granted through various actions of the Planning Commission,
including the final approval of a bond issue by the City Council
in regards to this entire project, including the Barney Karger
land.
Chairman Caouette noted that conceptual approval had shown some
buildings, streetscapes and landscaping, but he did not recall
addressing the size of units, the number of parking spaces and
whether there were carports on that plan.
Vice-Chairman Hawkinson agreed with Chairman Caouette that
they did approve a concept.
Chairman Caouette noted difficulty in seeing this plan as
substantially the same as the approved USA Properties plan.
Asked if there were questions of Staff.
Discussion between Staff and the Planning Commission regarding
other parts of the the conceptual plan. It was noted, by Staff,
that the plan included property down to Barton Road. Ivan
Hopkins, City Attorney, in response to Commissioner Cole's
statement regarding a blanket approval for other properties,
mentioned that conceptually that could be correct, but the
Planning Commission could indicate that they are doing this
for this project and not for any other projects.
Chairman Caouette asked if there are any other questions of staff.
Asked if the applicant or his representative was present and if
they would care to address the Commission.
Carol Tanner, Forest City Development, 11601 Wilshire Blvd. , Los
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Angeles, CA, addressed the issue of density transfer. At the
time she became involved with the project, there was an approval
for 252 units on Phase I. Based on the land development program,
they ended up with 248 units. That eliminated 4 one bedroom
units from that site and they moved them to Phase II. Noted that
she would be happy to answer any questions.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, noted that he would like Mrs. Tanner
to address the major issue. The effect if she had to comply
with Ordinances 100 and 104. Her reason why the entire project
should not have Ordinances 100 and 104 apply.
Carol Tanner, Forest City Development, in response, noted with
regard to attached one car garages, they have two effects, both
of them detrimental. The first, being cost of constructing
the garages could create a serious hardship to the project.
The other, having to do with long term mangement. The fact
that it is not possible to control the use of the garage. It may
be used for storage, and the landlord has no control. She noted
that Forest City Development intends to own and manage
this project in the future. With regard to unit size, it is
not possible to do a rental project that can be
rented for the number of dollars required to pay for that size
of unit and maintain the economic feasibility of the project.
Mentioned that they have included some studio units, all the other
units are exactly the same as previously approved in Phase I.
The Architectural style will be the same. The landscape
program will be the same. Noted that the requirement for guest
parking, the inclusion of one more parking space for each unit
is going to add 12,000 square feet of asphalt; and, in this
particular unit mix, they have included two (2) parking
spaces per unit, for 32 units that will have one person
occupancy. Mentioned the Planning Commission may want to
reconsider that just on the basis of the affect it has on
paving.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, asked Mrs. Tanner to address the
question of why she doesn't feel the Ordinances do, in fact,
apply or why she has prior approval.
Carol Tanner, Forest City Development, noted that at the time
Forest City Development became involved was December of last
year. They proceeded with this project on the basis that the
City Council approved and sold bond issue to finance the
projects knowing what they had in mind. On the basis that
there was something called the Mt. Vernon Master Plan, which
they thought, reflected what the Planning Commission
and the City Council wanted to see. They did rely on that
information in proceeding to develop the Phase II project.
Chairman Caouette asked if the Commission had any questions or
comments for Mrs. Tanner.
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Discussion took place between Vice-Chairman Hawkinson and Carol
Tanner regarding the feasibility of keeping the whole project
within the same architectural concept. If on the Karger parcel
garages became a requirement, that Forest City would or would
not entertain the idea of retroactively going back and putting
garages onto the approved units. It was noted by Carol Tanner
that they could not do that. Vice-Chairman Hawkinson questioned
whether they would do one-half of Phase II one way and the other
one-half another way would be something feasible. Mrs. Tanner
noted that it might be something doable, but that she could not
speak to the economics of it. She felt that over the long term,
it would be a very difficult project to manage and maintain
because of the differences.
Chairman Caouette noted that the 430 square foot unit size is
the smallest the Planning Commission has seen yet. And that
it sounds as if Forest City finds the Ordinances 100 and 104
unworkable from the standpoint of their project.
Carol Tanner, noted that for an apartment complex, did not see
how it could be made feasible. They have to look at the
frame work of available rent and what people are willing to
pay for housing. She didn't feel that they could make anything
economically feasible with the new unit sizes that are proposed
in that Ordinance.
Chairman Caouette asked if there were any other questions or
comments.
Vice-Chairman Hawkinson asked Staff how many Canal Crossings
there would be for this project.
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, responded that there would be
three (3) total. One for Phase II, one for Phase I and
a third crossing would be below, just north of the Town &
Country Office Complex.
Dan Busbin, SWA Group, presented the landscaping presentation.
Noted that they have four (4) primary areas of landcaping.
One being the Mt. Vernon streetscape treatment, one being the
perimeter treatment, next being the identity road landscape
treatment, parking courts and then the open space. Comparing
the land plan of Phase I, their intent was to continue the
same concepts, so that the project would appear as one continuous
project. The architectural styles are similar to Phase I,
however, the footprint will be larger vs. the pinwheel which is
used in Phase I. Their concept was to develop separate
neighborhoods that would have an identity of their own. They
have continued the same landscape concepts within the parking
courts. The intent was to frame the carports and help to
provide some landscape relief from the parking to the
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architecture. The main concept was to develop a landscape
that would be of a California character. The key thing was not
to use plant materials that would require a lot of water. On
Mt. Vernon Avenue, in Phase II, they had been proposing the
same conditions of wall with shrub along the base of the wall and
continuing the street tree treatment. Felt, due to earlier
discussions on Phase I landscaping, that they could change
that condition or concept and provide relief with low hedges
and through undulation and openings in the block walls. Asked
if there were any questions.
Dan Busbin, in response to Chairman Caouette's question regarding
width of street for off-street parking, responded that the
approved street width was 24' wide and that they used the same
street width in Phase II. They have a 32' wide road where
they have visitor parking.
D;sc,,ss;on *oo'- pl-ce het-ee^ th- Plann;ng Qom-is-io^, Staff
and the Landscape Architect, Mr. Busbin, regarding meandering
sidewalks along Mt. Vernon Avenue. Joseph Kicak, Planning
Director, noted that if they discussion meandering sidewalks,
the area that is away from the curb may be less than 4' .
Also noted that the plan that was presented at the Joint
Meeting did show meandering sidewalk. Mr. Kicak also felt
that the responsibility for maintenance of the landscaping
outside the wall should be part of the overall maintenance
for project area. Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, concurred
with this statement. Chairman Caouette noted the stated
preference for meandering sidewalks.
Chairman Caouette asked if there were further questions of the
applicant.
Discussion between Commissioner Munson and Dan Busbin regarding
the decorative block wall. Commissioner Munson noted his
preference for a sawtooth type blockwall, and wanted to see
what Phase I had before he would vote for Phase II. Dan Busbin
agreed to take a closer look and see what they could do.
Chairman Caouette asked if there were any further questions of
the applicant. Being none, thanked the applicant. Opened up
the public hearing asked if there was anyone who wished to
speak in favor of the project. Being no one, asked if there
was anyone who wished to speak against the project.
Andrew Smith, Attorney at Law, 5053 Lamart Drive, Suite 204,
Riverside, CA 92507. Noted that he was retained by Dr. Terry
McDuffy, who owns 3.7 acres immediately between Phase I and
Phase II of this project, to represent Dr. McDuffy's concerns.
Dr. McDuffy's concern was with regard to the increased traffic
created in Phase I and Phase II along Mt. Vernon Avenue. His
concern is that Mt. Vernon Avenue will have to be widened
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on his side of the street sooner or later. Mr. Smith noted his
own concern with the applicability of Ordinances 100 and 104 to
his clients property. Mr. Smith also noted that Dr. McDuffy
expressed his concern relative to the minimum square footage
sizes of the units in this project. Mr. Smith requested
that he be notified of further discussion for this area, because
it has a direct bearing on his client.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, noted that there is no question
that the two Ordinances would apply to his client.
Chairman Caouette asked if there was anyone else who wished to
speak against the project. Being no one, asked the applicant
if they would care to address the Commission relative to
testimony received.
Carol Tanner responded that Mt. Vernon Avenue could be
developed to it's full width, if Dr. McDuffy were to give the
City the easement rights for dedication in order to accomplish
that.
Chairman Caouette asked if anyone else wished to address the
Commission regarding this project. Being no one, closed the
public hearing and returned the item back to the Commission
for discussion.
Discussion took place between the Planning Commission and Staff
with regard to block wall location. Carol Tanner noted that
the block wall would be constructed around the entire perimeter
of the project, with both Phases as one project.
Chairman Caouette suggested reviewing the Conditions of
Approval prior to any motions. Noted on Conditional Use Permit
Condition #10, indicated that prior to issuance of building
permit lighting and landscaping plan conforming to the requirements
of Ordinance 57, shall be approved by the Planning Commission,
asked Staff if this was designed to get greater detail at a later
stage. Joseph Kicak, noted that it probably should have read
prior to the issuance of Building Permit, a lighting, landscaping,
and irrigation plan shall be submitted and approved.
PCM 86-60 Motion by Chairman Caouette and
seconded by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson
and passed by a 4-0 vote to revise
Condition #10 of Conditional Use Permit
#86-03, to read as follows: that prior
to the issuance of building permit a
detailed lighting, irrigation, and
landscaping plan conforming to
Ordinance 57 shall be approved by the
Planning Commission.
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Vice-Chairman Hawkinson felt that since these Ordinances, #100
and 104, were in place, that whatever happens from this point
has to conform with the new Ordinances and that there is a
variance process open, if anyone cares to deviate.
Cahirman Caouette noted that in Condition #11 it mentions
compliance with Ordinance 100, but the conditions of approval
make no mention of Ordinance 104.
Discussion between Commission and Staff regarding Conditions
of Approval #11. Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, suggested
that the Planning Commission add the recommendation regarding
Ordinance #104 as a separate motion.
PCM 86-61 Motion by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson
seconded by Chairman Caouette and
passed by a 4-0 vote, to add Condition
#30, that indicates this project
must comply with the Ordinance #104,
regarding minimum square footage
for unit size.
PCM 86-62 Motion by Commissioner Munson and
seconded by Commissioner Cole and
passed by a 4-0 vote, to add
Condition #31, that a meandering
sidewalk be constructed along Mt.
Vernon Avenue.
Discussion took place among the Planning Commission and Staff
regarding provision for the elderly within this Specific Plan.
Joseph Kicak, Planning Director, noted that there was no
provision in this Specific Plan.
Discussion between Planning Commission, Staff, and the Applicant
regarding the 20% for lower income people. Carol Tanner noted
that the bond issue sold by the City in order to finance this
project, because it is a tax exempt issue, has a requirement
that 20% of the units have to be rented to people that 30%
of their income of a person that makes 80% or less than the
median income in the area. She noted that approximate rental
will be area of $375.00. Also, that these units are not
designated for senior citizens in this project.
In response to Commissioner Cole's question of handicap
accessibility, Mrs. Tanner noted that all of the units, on the
ground floor, are handicap accessible meeting the State's
regulations.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, noted that the Planning Commission
would have to make a finding that Barney Karger's property
has or has not received any prior approvals. If it has, then
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it would not have to comply with Ordinances 100 and 104. If
it has not, then it would have to comply with said Ordinances.
PCM 86-63 Motion by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson
seconded by Chairman Caouette and
passed by a 4-0 vote that Mr. Karger's
project was not a part of prior
findings.
In response to Vice-Chairman Hawkinson's request for
clarification on USA Properties and whether it was
approved with carports or garages, Mr. Kicak noted that
the USA Properties project Specific Plan was approved with
carports.
Chairman Caouette noted that in his opinion that the one-half
of the plan which relates to USA Properties' project is not
the same project which was approved. Noted that square
footage of units are smaller, circulation and their building
footprints are different. Noted that the vested right that
they have is for the previously approved project.
PCM 86-64 Motion by Chairman Caouette and
seconded by Vice-Chairman Hawkinson
and passed by a 4-0 vote that the
other one-half, being USA Property
project, had no previous approval
existing for this land plan.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, asked that the Planning Commission
ask the applicant whether she would prefer an action or a
continuance for this project, since there are several alternatives
open to her.
Carol Tanner asked what the legal ramifications of a denial and
how these actions will affect USA Properties' prior approval.
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney, noted that it does not affect USA
Properties' prior approval. The USA project still stands
approved, until expires, unless extended.
In response to Mrs. Tanner's question as to whether the project
is denied or continued, Ivan Hopkins responded that if it is
denied, then they have the ability to appeal to the City Council.
If it is continued, there is nothing to appeal. Mrs. Tanner
^xpresced * iliin-ne-s t- co^ti^ue *he -1tem.
PCM 86-65 Motion by Chairman Caouette and
seconded by Commissioner Cole and
passed by a 4-0 vote to continue the
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Specific Plan 86-1/Conditional Use
Permit 86-3 and Site & Architectural
Review 86-6, for a 2-week period to
the next regularly scheduled Planning
Commission Meeting.
Chairman Caouette adjourned the Planning Commission meeting at 9:20 p.m.
to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting.
Respectfully Submitted by:
JO tPH KICAK, Planning Director
Approved by:
CHAIRMAN, Planning Commission
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