Minutes 1975-02-20MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE CYPRESS PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD
February 20, 1975
The regular meeting of the Cypress Planning Commission
was called to order at 7:35 p.m. on Thursday, February
20, 1975 in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275
Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Chairman Dennis
Hart presiding.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Greenwood, Mullen, Van Allen,
Walsh and Hart
None
Also present were Brian Hawley, Planning Director, Art
Schatzeder, Public Works Director, and Roger Grable,
Deputy City Attorney.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Greenwood led the
pledge to the flag.
MINUTES: February 6, 1975
It was moved by Commissioner Greenwood, seconded by
Commissioner Walsh and unanimously carried to approve
the February 6, 1975 minutes as corrected.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Chairman Hart asked if anyone
wished to speak in regard to any matter not on the agenda.
No one wished to speak at this time.
At the request of the Planning Director, an item was
added to the agenda regarding the review of plot plans
and elevations for an automobile body repair shop located at
the southeast corner of Walker and Danny Street approved
under C.U.P. #74 -17.
1. Tentative Tract No. 8872 - southwest corner of Orange
Avenue and Juanita Street.
The Planning Director presented the plot plan, elevations
and floor plans for the development of seven single- family
dwellings on 1.7 acres of land at the southwest corner of
Orange and Juanita in the RU zone. He outlined Staff
Report PC #75 -2 dated February 14, 1975 and discussed
surrounding land uses, the layout of the development
and staff recommendations, particularly for traffic
circulation and control. The staff recommended that the unit
on Lot #1 be reversed to remove the garage further away
from Juanita and the alley as a safety precaution, and
that Lots #2, 4 and 6 be allowed to encroach to within
15 feet of the front property line, if the developer
feels it would be desirable from a marketing standpoint,
since there will be no vehicular access to Orange from
the lots and an additional 8 feet of right of way is
required for the bike route on Orange.
Commissioner Greenwood recommended a corner cut -off on
Lot A to improve sight distance and eliminate a possible
safety hazard.
Chairman Hart asked if the applicant wished to speak.
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Mr. Ed Foley, the applicant, 17341 Irvine Boulevard,
Tustin, California, stated he was concerned about the
maintenance of the corner cut off area located outside
of the fence since it would not be the responsibility
of the owner of Lot A and he felt the same effect could
be achieved if the wall was decreased to 3 feet in height.
He indicated he would like to blacktop the 3 foot wide
planting strip on the south edge of the property for
easier maintenance and to prevent trash and litter in
this area. The applicant agreed to the remaining conditions.
The Public Works Director did not favor the lowered
wall at the corner since plantings could grow high and still
present a visual problem. The Planning Director did not
object to paving the 3 foot landscaping strip at the south
property line since the development abutted the same use.
The Deputy City Attorney recommended that Condition #25
be changed to read: "The developer shall provide adequate
"no parking" controls in "Lot A" as well as the turn-
around area to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
"No Parking" controls shall be included in the Conditions,
Covenants and Restrictions for this development. In
addition, the developer shall cooperate with the City
and take all steps necessary to permit the City to enforce
the provisions of the California Vehicle Code on "Lot A"
as provided by Section 21107.7 of the California Vehicle
Code." He advised that this would allow the City to
enforce the Code on the private street.
It was moved by Commissioner Mullen and seconded by
Commissioner Greenwood to approve Tentative Tract #8872
subject to the following conditions with the finding
that the Commission concurs with the staff's recommenda-
tions for adjustments of the setbacks, the lot width of
54 feet and the applicant's request to pave the 3 foot
strip along the southerly property line.
1. The dwelling unit on Lot 1 shall be reversed,
and maintain a 20 -foot front setback and a five -
foot street -side setback.
2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, all
elevations shall be submitted for Planning
Commission approval under design review. Said
elevations shall indicate materials, textures
and colors for all exterior surfaces.
3. Fire Zone II requirements normally applied to
developments in the RM Zone shall be waived
for this project.
4. An on -site drainage plan shall be submitted to
the Building Department for approval.
5. Drainage fees shall be paid in accordance with
the Master Plan of Drainage.
6. Drainage shall be solved to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer. Minimum street grade
in "Lot A" shall be 0.20 %.
7. Street lights shall be installed per City
Standards.
8. Advance street light energy charges shall be paid.
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9. Street trees (15 gal.) shall be provided on
Orange Avenue and Juanita Street in accordance
with the street tree policy of the City of
Cypress. Palm trees, eight foot (8') minimum
height, shall be provided on Orange Avenue in
accordance with the Townscape Plan of the City
of Cypress.
10. Orange Avenue and Juanita Street shall be fully
improved. There shall be an eight foot (8') wide
sidewalk on Orange Avenue to accommodate bicycle
traffic.
11. There shall be no parking allowed on Orange Avenue
in front of this development.
12. Wheelchair ramps shall be installed at the south-
west corner of Orange Avenue and Juanita Street
and at the intersection of "Lot A" with Juanita
Street per City of Cypress standards.
13. The height of the existing block wall along the
southerly lot line shall be maintained at six
feet (6') or to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer. A retaining wall shall be required
where the grade differential on each side of
the wall is greater than one foot (1').
14. Vehicular access rights to Orange Avenue from
Lots #1 through #7 of the tentative map shall
be dedicated to the City of Cypress except at
street intersections.
15. Vehicular access rights to Juanita Street from
Lots #1 through #7 of the tentative map shall be
dedicated to the City of Cypress except at the
intersection of "Lot A" and Juanita Street.
16. A copy of the Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions
covering the development shall be submitted to
the City Staff and City Attorney for their review,
recommendations, and approval to ensure the
continuance, maintenance, applicability and
enforceability of the Conditions, Covenants and
Restrictions so that the common areas will not
become a liability to the City at a later date.
17. The developer shall pay a $250.00 sewer hookup
fee per unit in accordance with requirements
established by Orange County Sanitation District
No. 3. This fee shall be collected by the City
of Cypress.
18. Plan check and inspection fees amounting to
3 1/2% of the street improvements shall be paid.
19. The developer shall pay Park and Recreation fees
in accordance with the Park and Recreation Ordinance.
20 Necessary fire hydrants shall be installed in
accordance with the Fire Department requirements
and City Standards.
21. Orange Avenue in front of this development shall
be capped from curb to curb if it is necessary
to open cut the street in more than one place.
22 The developer of this project shall provide
adequate speed control within "Lot A" and
Juanita Street to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
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23 An effective sight distance for vehicular
traffic shall be maintained on the northerly
side of "Lot A" where it intersects with
Juanita Street to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer.
24 A minimum of one (1) vehicle turn - around area
shall be provided in "Lot A" in one of the
following manners:
a. An offset "hammerhead" located between
Lots #5 and #6. A permanent protective
structure shall be constructed by the
developer around the perimeter of the
"hammerhead ".
b. A turn - around bulb located at the westerly
end of "Lot A ".
c. A twenty -six foot (26') alley along the
westerly property line connecting "Lot A"
with Orange Avenue.
d. Alternate method approved by the City
Engineer. The dimensions and location
of the turn - around shall be approved by
the City Engineer.
25 The developer shall provide adequate "no parking"
controls in "Lot A" to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer. "No parking" controls shall be
included in the Conditions, Covenants and
Restrictions for this development. In addition,
the developer shall cooperate with the City and
take all steps necessary to permit the City to
enforce the provisions of the California Vehicle
Code on "Lot A" as provided by Section 21107.7
of the California Vehicle Code.
The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll
call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COMMISSIONERS: Greenwood, Mullen,
Van Allen, Walsh and Hart
0 COMMISSIONERS: None
0 COMMISSIONERS: None
2. Review of landscape plans, C.U.P. #74 -8, shopping
center, southwest corner of Valley View Street and
Ball Road.
The Planning Director reviewed the landscape plans for
the shopping center and stated the landscaping for the
Plankhouse restaurant would be under a separate contract.
He stated the planting on the Valley View frontage would
conform with the median treatment on Valley View. He
stated the size of the plantings is above normal and the
irrigation plans were found to be adequate.
Commissioner Greenwood inquired about the possibility of
requiring a performance bond to ensure maintenance of the
landscaping for a 90 day period and the Attorney stated
this would require an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance.
It was moved by Commissioner Mullen and seconded by Com-
missioner Walsh to approve the landscaping plans for the
shopping center at the southwest corner of Valley View
and Ball, Conditional Use Permit #74 -8. The motion was
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unanimously carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5 COMMISSIONERS: Greenwood, Mullen, Van Allen,
Walsh and Hart
0 COMMISSIONERS: None
0 COMMISSIONERS: None
3. Review of plot plans and elevations for auto body repair
shop at southeast corner of Walker and Danny Street,
C.U.P. #74 -17.
The Planning Director presented the plot plans and elevations
for the auto body repair shop at the southeast corner of Walker
and Danny and stated the project was approved in August, 1974
subject to a revised plot plan and elevations being submitted.
He pointed out the relocation of the building from the east
property line and that parking was redesigned to a 45 degree
angle.
Mr. Ron Jurgensen, representative for the applicant, 1935 Port
Locksleigh, Newport Beach, California, stated the applicant
agreed with all conditions and noted that the building will be
identical with the structure adjacent to the east on the abutting
parcel.
It was moved by Commissioner Greenwood, seconded by Commissioner
Walsh and unanimously carried to approve the revised plot plans
and elevations for the automobile body repair shop at the south-
east corner of Walker and Danny Street, Conditional Use Permit
#74 -17.
4. Continued discussion of commercial center - northwesterly
corner of Moody and Orange Streets. Possible revocation
of conditional use permit.
The Planning Director reported that, as a result of the Commis-
sion's action at the last meeting, he sent a letter to the
property owner outlining the Commission's and City Council's
concern regarding the lack of maintenance and adequate land-
scaping at the shopping center. The new property owner indi-
cated he would conform to the landscaping plan approved by the
City and the Planning Director stated there was no reason to
question this. He recommended that the matter be received
and filed and, if any problems arise, they will be reported
back to the Commission.
It was moved by Commissioner Mullen, seconded by Commissioner
Walsh and unanimously carried to continue this matter for 90
days and request a staff report at that time.
Commissioner Greenwood suggested that serious consideration be
given to the adoption of an ordinance requiring a one year
landscaping bond of new developers to ensure their compliance
with City requirements. He felt that if developers beautify
the City with good landscaping and if it is properly maintained
it would help entice other potential developers. He stated
other cities have this requirement and it has met with excellent
success.
Chairman Hart asked that the staff investigate the pros and cons
of a change to the Zoning Ordinance to effectuate this recom-
mendation and the staff indicated it would report back at the
March 20 meeting.
Regarding the Lincoln Plaza Shopping Center on Lincoln between
Denni and Bloomfield, the Planning Director reported he met
last week with the contractor and property management firm and
an agreement was reached that the applicant will pave a 25
foot wide temporary access drive from the westerly driveway
to the parking lot to facilitate egress for traffic heading
west on Lincoln. The applicant also agreed to redo the land-
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scaping and start a maintenance program for the shopping
center. The Planning Director stated he advised the
applicant of the Commission's desire to change the front
setback area landscaping to consist of grass, additional
shrubs and trees instead of ground cover and the applicant
had no opposition to the change and felt it would create
a cleaner appearance. The Planning Director stated he
would report back on this matter within 90 days.
5. Continued discussion of terms of office based on an
ordinance passed by the City Council limiting Planning
Commissioners to one term.
The Planning Director reported that the Council had continued
discussion of this matter for a second time and the Commission
requested that he report back when the Council takes final
action.
RECESS:
Chairman Hart called for a recess at 8:45 p.m. The meeting
was called back to order at 8:50 p.m. with all Commissioners
present.
6. Continued discussion on procedure to effectuate an
amendment to the General Plan in light of the Council's
adoption of an ordinance regarding amendments to the
General Plan.
The Planning Director presented a flow chart and outlined
the process before the City Council, Planning Commission,
citizens, and Airport Land Use Commission which is necessary
for a General Plan amendment proposing to change industrial
designated property to a residential classification. He
stated the new process including the vote of the people
would require at least 90 days in addition to the 90 days
ordinarily required for review by the Council, Commission
and Airport Land Use Commission. He reported that the
City Council at its February 10 meeting had approved a
General Plan amendment for the 20 acres of County territory
located west of Knott and north of Katella.
Chairman Hart requested that the staff prepare a report for
the next meeting regarding the City's compliance with the
State law concerning accommodations for the handicapped.
The Planning Director reported that, due to fiscal restraints
on the City caused in part by the decline in development
activity, the City was forced to lay -off several employees
which affected all departments and the Associate Planner
was no longer with the City. The Commission recommended
that a letter of appreciation be prepared for Mr. Hovland.
At the suggestion of Commissioner Van Allen, the Commission
asked the staff to initiate the scheduling of a work shop
session between the City Council and Commission to discuss
goals of both bodies.
The Planning Director reported that he had received very
enthusiastic responses from Lincoln Avenue property
owners and businessmen to the Lincoln Avenue Study,
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Phase 2 and that he would like to schedule a special
Commission meeting to discuss the project as a specific
development plan. The Commissioners attempted to
determine dates when all could be present.
ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Hart adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
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