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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAG 2000 1023 PC REGMOORPARK 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, Calffomia 93021 (805) 529-N"- PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA October 23, 2000 7:00 p.m. Next Resolution No. PC- 2000 -398 1) CALL TO ORDER Chairman DiCecco called the meeting to order at 7:11 p.m. 2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Landis led the pledge of allegiance. 3) ROLL CALL: Mark DiCecco - Chair Janice Parvin - Vice Chair Paul Haller Kipp Landis William F. Otto All Commissioners' were present at the meeting. Staff attending the meeting included John Libiez, Planning Manager, and Celia LaFleur, Administrative Secretary. 4) PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None. 5) REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: None. 6) CONSENT CALENDAR: A) October 9, 2000 Planning Commission Minutes Motion: Commissioner Landis moved and Commissioner Otto seconded a motion to approve the minutes of October 9, 2000, with revision to page 2 of the minutes. Motion passed with a unanimous voice vote. 2000 -10-23 poe 1I&W 3:40 PM OPacket to CM OPaeket to CC PATRICK HUNTER JOHN E. WOZNIAK CHRISTOPHER EVANS CUNT HARPER DEBBIE RODGERS Mayor Mayor Pro Tom Counchmember Councftember Counalmember PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 2 7) PUBLIC COMMENTS: James Hartley, 5950 Gabbert Road, Moorpark. Mr. Hartley stated that the Planning Commission Agenda was not available by Internet until after 9:00 a.m. on the day of the Planning Commission Meeting. Mr. Hartley further stated that this had been an ongoing inconvenience for him. 8) PUBLIC HEARINGS: A) West Pointe Homes The Planning Commission will consider preliminary comments to a Draft Environmental Impact Report and assess and analyze the impacts related to the development by West Pointe Homes, Inc., 250 lot hillside subdivision located within the City of Moorpark west of Walnut Canyon Road and northerly r- of Casey Road. Staff Recommendation: 1. Continue ( to accept testimony and comments; 2. Direct staff and the EIR Consultant to prepare responses to comments for consideration as part of the Final EIR; 3. Defer decision /recommendation on the EIR to coincide with the application components review and public hearing tentatively scheduled for November 13, 2000, with public hearing open. John Libiez provided background information and the status of this project. He said that the comment period officially ended October 4, although some comments were still coming in and comments received after that date would be reviewed and considered. Mr. Libiez said additional alternatives were being reviewed and analyzed for the project and that improvements along the corridor were being reevaluated based upon an updated traffic analysis. He went on to say that staff had met with developers who are involved in the Walnut Canyon Road corridor, these being, Toll Brothers, Morrison - Fountainwood- Agoura, Suncal, and West Pointe Homes. The purpose of these corridor discussion meetings had been to determine 2000 -10 -23 pcaa PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 3 AGENDA existing conditions on Walnut Canyon Road, to consider improvements needed and potential street sections to be designed and approved by Caltrans. Testimony was received from the following: Vince Daly, Representing West Pointe Homes, 26500 W. Agoura Suite 566, Calabasas, 91302. Mr. Daly said a presentation had not been scheduled for this evening for the Commission, but that he was here to answer questions. Mr. Daly said a meeting had occurred with staff and other developers to discuss the regional traffic issues. Commissioner Parvin asked where the public roadway would be. Mr. Libiez replied that Figure 4 -4 of the Environmental Impact Report identified the potential public roadway. This roadway would connect to Specific Plan 1 to the south. James Rassmusen, 2020 Upper Ranch Road, Thousand �- Oaks, said he also was available for questions. Ellen Taylor, 7888 Grimes Canyon, Moorpark, said this proposal was outrageous, and the current zoning only allowed for 66 dwelling units, the proposal for an additional 184 homes was a waste of everyone's time. Ms. Taylor was concerned about the following: ❑ Truck traffic ❑ Traffic /Circulation ❑ Children riding their bikes in the vicinity ❑ Train delays ❑ Additional traffic brought in by Fillmore and Santa Clara Dr. Gregg J. Cutler, 8450 Happy Camp Canyon, Moorpark, stated he was opposed to this proposal. He said this project would potentially generate 2,500 additional vehicle trips per day. Pete Peters, 7155 Walnut Canyon Road, Moorpark, said he had read the EIR 3 times, and although the EIR does all it can to save the species affected, it does nothing for the people. Mr. 2000 -10 -23 pcaa PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 4 Peters said that approximately 6,000 vehicle trips and 1,000 truck trips would be added to traffic circulation. He also said that the new housing in Fillmore and no industry there has created more traffic. Mr. Peters said he believed that the City Council has created 3,600 more vehicles trips for the City, and that the Council should stick to it's General Plan. John Gray, 7177 Walnut Canyon Road, Moorpark, said he was concerned about additional traffic and the women and children that walk along Walnut Canyon Road where there are no sidewalks. Eloise Brown, 13193 Annette Street, Moorpark, said it sounded rational to have open space. That Suncal had originally proposed 150 dwelling units and has downsized to 107 dwelling units. Ms. Brown said that the current EIR related to the �^ Hillside Management Ordinance and proposes higher density. James Hartley, 5950 Gabbert Road, Moorpark, said he heard the' majority speak about the development, and not the EIR. In his view, the EIR document discussed a project that is one of the few that is designed to be a plus. The two speakers, who spoke previously, live outside the City limits. He said that this proposal fits in with other developments, and his concerns were about Walnut Canyon Road and Caltrans design standards. Colin Velasquez, 601 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, said he is opposed to this development. He said there is no west access to Gabbert Road and opposes the circulation pattern. He said that access all depended upon the Walnut Canyon Road improvements. Mr. Velasquez stated that taxpayers pay for open space and he thought it should be the responsibility of the homeowners association to (- maintain. He used the Bridle Path development in Simi Valley as an example. 2000 -10 -23 pcaa PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 5 Mr. Libiez commented on the Walnut Canyon Road corridor. He said he had talked with the County, taken the Grimes Canyon Mine tour to determine how the mines work in relation to truck traffic and determined an actual 640 trips currently with a potential of 820 vehicle trips minimum under permitted activities. Mr. Libiez also stated that Specific Plan 2 required the dedication and grading to continue the State Route 23 alignment, at Broadway, which needs to proceed to improve regional circulation. He said that Specific Plan 2 has been conditioned to provide major intersection improvements at Spring Road and Walnut Canyon Road. Mr. Libiez further stated that there are alternatives being reviewed for connection to Casey Road, alternatives to extend High Street through Specific Plan 1, the building of a State Route 118 bypass to connect to Gabbert Road, and the potential development of other private lands for linkage. He said the EIR has looked at a number of options and impacts and the fair share costs, and that the West Pointe Homes alternative of developing 250 homes was proposed, because it protects the ridgeline and habitat. In addition, he stated the conservation easement would provide a public benefit by preserving 250 acres of Coastal /Venturan Sage Shrub community. Mr. Libiez recommended that the Commission defer their decision on the EIR to allow staff to provide written responses to comments. Mr. Daly commented that he had met with the public and will continue to be available to meet for any further discussions. Mr. Libiez responded to Mr. Gray's concern for the safety of those walking along Walnut Canyon Road. He said the City Public Works department had applied for a grant to construct a walkway on the west side of Walnut Canyon Road, coming from the Walnut Canyon School site to the north. Staff 2000 -10 -23 pcaa PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 6 discussions have included talking with major developers about what kind of improvements that needed to be made, i.e., hiking trails, and equestrian trails along the master corridor. Nancy Gray, 7177 Walnut Canyon Road, Moorpark, stated her concerns were about Walnut Canyon Road traffic circulation and speeding. Commissioner Otto stated that the applicant and consultant need to address deficiencies regarding the school district. In the current EIR it did not have correct utilization information and needs to be assessed, in regard to: 2000 -10 -23 pcaa ❑ The capacity for additional school sites; ❑ waterworks District information was incorrect. ❑ The appropriateness of the pedestrian, equestrian, and bike trails. ❑ Walnut Canyon Road is inadequate. ❑ Option 3 and 7 are most likely to address the speed limit, re- striping, and landscape strips. Commissioner Otto went on to say that the homeowners association was not a good approach, and places a burden on the organization, expertise and funding. Commissioner DiCecco questioned whether Solid Waste, Chapter 15, page 8, a green waste program would be used. Commissioner Haller concurred with Commissioner Otto's statements. Motion: Commissioner Parvin moved and Commissioner Landis seconded a motion to keep the hearing open and continue it to the Planning Commission meeting of November 13, 2000. Motion passed with a unanimous 5:0 voice vote. 2000 -10 -23 pcaa PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 7 In closing Commissioner Haller stated that it was the job of the Commission to review the environmental impact report and not determine at this time the validity of developing 66 or 250 dwelling units. B) City of Moorpark Zone Ordinance Amendment No. ZOA 2000 -01, Applicant: City of Moorpark. (Public Hearing continued open from October 9, 2000.) Consideration of a Zoning Code Amendment to amend Section 17.52.060 related to Change of Use for a Non - conforming Use to allow a change in use upon City Council authorization without need for Council approved Conditional Use Permit as currently required. Staff Recommendation: Continue to November 13, 2000. Mr. Libiez said a proposed change to a section of code intended to change from non - conforming uses r/ to lessor non - conforming uses. He further stated that staff had received some of the information late and did not have time to prepare it for the Commission's meeting. He went on to say that the current process is reviewed and permitted through the Administrative Permit approved procedure. Motion: Commissioner Landis moved and Commissioner Haller seconded a motion to continue this item with the public hearing opened to the Planning Commission meeting of November 13, 2000. Motion passed with a unanimous 5:0 voice vote. 9) DISCUSSION ITEMS: Commissioner Parvin announced the wedding anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. DiCecco. 10) ANNOUNCEMENTS OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: John Libiez announced future Planning Commission agenda items: Updates for the Housing, Safety, and OSCAR, Land Use and Circulation, and General Plan Elements. He stated the Housing and Safety Elements 2000 -30 -23 pcaa PLANNING COMMISSION ANNOTATED AGENDA OCTOBER 23, 2000 Page 8 were recently distributed, and arrangements are in the works to schedule a public hearing in early November. 11) ADJOURNMENT: Motion: Commissioner Parvin moved and Commissioner Haller seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 p.m. Motion passed with a unanimous 5:0 voice vote. 2000 -10 -23 pcaa