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Home My WebLink AboutMIN 1991 0617 PC REGr" Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 The regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on June 17, 1991 in the City Council Chambers. Located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL 'TO ORDER The meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Michael Wexner Jr. presiding. 2. PLE2911 OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Steve Brodsky. 3. ROLL AFL Present: Vice Chairman John Torres, Barton Miller, Steve Brodsky; and Chairman Michael Wesner Jr. Absent: None (one vacancy). Other City Officials and Employees present: Patrick J. Richards, Director of Community Development; Deborah S. Traffenstedt, Senior Planner; Charles Abbott, City Engineer; Dirk Lovett, Assistant City Engineer; Steve Craig, Planning Corporation; and Celia LaFleur, Administrative Secretary. ¢. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS None. 5. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA No items added or reorder. a: \91 -6.17 Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 Page -2- 6. APPR VAL OF MINUTES May 20, 1991 June 3, 1991 Motion: Commissioner Brodsky moved and Chairman Wesner second a motion to approve the minutes of June 3, 1991 and May 20, 1991 with a revision to May 20, 1991 minutes under Commission Comments to reflect Commissioner Torres comment as follows: "Commissioner Torres requested a report back from the City Engineer on Walnut Canyon Road signalization (traffic regulations). And whether the city could obtain the authority to place signage within the city limits of Walnut Canyon Road." Motion passed with a unanimous voice vote. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Resolution No. PC -91 -240 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90 -1 AND ZONE CHANGE NO. ZC -90 -2 ON THE APPLICATION OF WESTLAND COMPANY. B. Resolution No. PC -91 -241 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. TR -4726 ON THE APPLICATION OF WESTLAND COMPANY. /- a: \91 -6.17 Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 Page -3- C. Resolution No. PC -91 -242 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. RPD -90 -4 ON THE APPLICATION OF WESTLAND COMPANY. D. Resolution No. PC -91 -243 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. TR -4738 ON THE APPLICATION OF WESTLAND COMPANY. E. Resolution No. PC -91 -244 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. RPD -90 -2 AND RPD -90 -3 ON THE APPLICATION OF WESTLAND COMPANY. Chairman Wesner called for the motion. Commissioner Brodsky deliberated areas of concerns on the single family dwellings proposed. He stated his dissatisfaction with the high density proposed for single family homes. That the bus stop holding area was insufficient for the number of students expected. He recommended that the bus stop location be within the project development. Mr. Craig said that the school district conditioned the location of the bus stop, but that he would pursue the revision with the applicant. Commissioner Brodsky requested that the applicant provide a letter of intent :regarding the proposed separation buffer area. That the letter specify language which informs the Maureen Lane residents of easement procedures and requirements. Commissioner Brodsky inquired of staff whether Resolution No. PC- 91 -244 on single family dwelling proposed could be taken as a separate action. That the portion which is multifamily move forward. a: \91 -6.17 Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 Page -4- Mr. Craig advised Commissioner Brodsky, although it was possible, it would not be the usual procedure. Such an action would require the majority vote of the Commission. Commissioner Miller agreed with the concerns addressed by Commissioner Brodsky, Commissioner Miller's recommendation was to provide wider lots on the west portion of the development. This modification would alleviate the zone change from rural to high density. Commissioner Torres agreed and elected to address the areas of concern prior to approval of the resolution. Motion: Commissioner Brodsky moved and Commissioner Torres second a motion. That the Planning Commission's resolution reflecting single family dwelling be consider as a separate resolution. Commissioner Torres amended the motion to include the reopening of the public hearing on the Westland Company application. Chairman Wesner was concerned that delays in processing the project would be unfair to the applicant. That the affordable housing proposal is at the interest of the community and recommended that the Commission move it forward with a recommendaiton for approval or denied the project. Testimony received from the following: Allen Camp, 1050 S.Rimball Road, Ventura, CA 93004. Mr. Camp stated that the Planning Commission's concerns are addressed within the EIR, Planning Commission's minutes. That the Planning Commission is the advisory to the Council as the final decision makers. Mr. Camp said he preferred to deny the project at this point to continue processing. That any other action would delay the project, and costs passed on to the new home owners. That the Maureen Lane residents are not present for the action proposed by the Commission. a: \91 -6.17 Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 Commissioner Brodsky said there were no provisions for noise, pollution, and fireplace spark arresters. Mr. Craig provided specific language regarding this matter as he read from the EIR. In regards to spark arresters, the Director addressed the concern, saying that spark arresters are specified by manufactures and the City should not condition for the type of spark arresters used. Commissioner Brodsky question the fee of $30,327 provided to mitigate traffic emissions associated with new residences. Mr. Craig .informed the Commissioner that the Air Pollution Control District has a detailed formula and by this reason the APCD could arrive at a precise mitigation fee. Motion: Chairman Wesner moved and Commissioner Torres second the question and called for approval for each resolution. By voice vote: Resolution No. PC -91 -240; Commissioner Miller: Yes Commissioner Brodsky: No Commissioner Torres: Yes Commissioner Wesner: Yes Resolution No. PC -91 -241; Commissioner Miller: Yes Commissioner Brodsky: No Commissioner Torres: Yes Commissioner Wesner: Yes Resolution No. PC -91 -242; Commissioner Miller: Yes Commissioner Brodsky: No Commissioner Torres: Yes Commissioner Wesner: Yes fl- a: \91 -6.17 Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 Page -6- Resolution No. PC -91 -243; Commissioner Miller: Yes Commissioner Brodsky: No Commissioner Torres: Yes Commissioner Wesner: Yes Resolution No. PC -91 -244; Commissioner Miller: Yes Commissioner Brodsky: No Commissioner Torres: Yes Commissioner Wesner: Yes F. Resolution No. PC -91 -245 ,A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE VACATION OF CERTAIN STREET RIGHT -OF -WAY ON THE EAST SIDE OF SPRING ROAD SOUTH OF PEACH HILL ROAD TO BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CITY OF MOORPARK GENERAL PLAN. Motion: Commissioner Miller moved and Commissioner Torres second a motion to approve Resolution No. PC -91 -245 as submitted. Motion passed with a unanimous voice vote. 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS 10. None. A. Report Back - City Engineer report regarding Walnut Canyon Road (traffic regulations). Commissioner Torres inquired what needs to been done to provide a signal on Walnut Canyon Road? Charles Abbott answered that currently there are no warrants to provide a signal on Walnut Canyon Road until the State warrants signalization. a: \91 -6.17 Planning Camm:ission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of June 17, 1991 Page -7- Commissioner Torres inquired whether the City could acquired Walnut Canyon Road and regulate it's own standards. Mr. Abbott said that this was possible, but the City would become liable. And that the liability is less when the City acquires the State's standards. Mr. Abbott stated that Walnut Canyon Road is a unique situation, and improvements could occur if and when applicants provide their fair share in improvement fees. 11. STAFF COMMENTS The Director said that July 15, 1991 is the only regularly scheduled meeting day for the Commission that month. That the Bibo, Inc. project is set for public hearing on that date. 12. COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Miller inquired about the old Texaco Station on Moorpark Avenue and that it was an eyesore to the community. The Director informed Commissioner Miller that the Environmental Health Agency is working towards completion of the clean up at the site. 13. None. The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY: Celia LaFleur, Secretary I,— a: \91 -6.17