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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Roll Call: 7 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion to approve - June 17, 2009 Moved by , seconded by .
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
1.
CUP 09-04 - SQUIRES DAM COMMUNICATION SITE
- Request for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continued operation of an existing unmanned Wireless Communication Facility located on an existing 150 foot tall lattice tower north of Squires Dam in the OS (Open Space) Zone and in Local Facilities Management Zone 15.
Resolution No. 6572
Squires Dam Communication Site Staff Report
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission continue the item indefinitely. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission continue the item indefinitely. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:09:23)
2.
ZCA 09-01/LCPA 09-01 - NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES ORDINANCE REVISION
- A request for a recommendation to adopt a Negative Declaration, and recommendation of approval of a Zone Code Amendment and Local Coastal Program Amendment to: 1) repeal and replace the Nonconforming Buildings and Uses - Chapter 21.48 of the Zoning Ordinance, 2) include new and amended associated definitions in Chapter 21.04 - Definitions, 3) amend Chapter 21.46 -Yards to delete Section 21.46.210 and 4) amend Chapter 21.44 - Parking to revise Section 21.44.010. Resolutions No. 6573, 6574, 6575
Nonconforming Buildings and Uses Ordinance Revision Staff Report
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6573 RECOMMENDING ADOPTION of a Negative Declaration and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6574 and 6575 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 09-01 and LCPA 09-01 based on the findings contained therein including the language as proposed by Mr. Brechtel and the errata sheet. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6573 RECOMMENDING ADOPTION of a Negative Declaration and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6574 and 6575 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 09-01 and LCPA 09-01 based on the findings contained therein including the language as proposed by Mr. Brechtel and the errata sheet. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:23:08)
Commissioner Boddy inquired about the proposed revision from may be waived vs. shall be waived. Mr. DeCerbo stated it could be either way. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if either one would be acceptable to Staff. Mr. Neu clarified that staff is recommending adopting the language included in the errata sheet. Commissioner Baker is in agreement with what has been proposed by Staff and what is included in the errata sheet. She is not in agreement with the language crafted by Mr. Brechtel. Commissioner L'Heureux stated the errata sheet is OK and is comfortable with the proposal by Mr. Brechtel. Commissioner Boddy asked for clarification. Mr. Neu explained. Feels may be is more discretionary, shall be is more definitive. She agrees with Mr. Brechtel. Commissioner Douglas agrees as well as Chairperson Montgomery. Chairperson Montgomery opened public testimony. Mr. Wayne Brechtel, 3676 Monroe, Carlsbad, stated his suggestions simply make the proposed changes more clearer. Chairperson Montgomery closed public testimony.
3.
CDP 08-05 - DUTTA RESIDENCE
- Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a new 5,042 square foot single family residence on a .11 acre lot located at 6455 Surfside Lane within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 22.
Resolution No. 6576
Dutta Residence Staff Report
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6576 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 08-05 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6576 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 08-05 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:10:31)
4.
EIR 01-02/GPA 01-02/MP 149(R)/LFMP 87-11(C)/CT 01-09/CT 08-03/CT 08-07/CP 01-03/PUD 08-09/HDP 01-05/SDP 01-03/SDP 01-04/V 08-02/CUP 04-18/CUP 08-01/CUP 08-02/CUP 08-03/CUP 08-04/CUP 08-05/CUP 08-06/CUP 08-07- LA COSTA TOWN SQUARE
- Request for the certification of an Environmental Impact Report, including the approval of Candidate Findings of Fact, a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and a recommendation of approval of a General Plan Amendment, Master Plan Amendment, Local Facilities Management Plan Amendment, three Carlsbad Tract Maps, Condominium Permit, Non-Residential Planned Development Permit, Hillside Development Permit, two Site Development Plans, Variance and eight Conditional Use Permits for the development of a 83.07 acre site with a 284,400 square foot community shopping center, 55,000 square foot office project, 64 single family lot subdivision, and a multi-family residential site all located northerly and easterly of the La Costa Avenue and Rancho Santa Fe Road intersection in the southeast quadrant of the City in Local Facilities Management Zone 11. Resolutions No. 6577, 6578, 6579, 6580, 6581, 6582, 6583, 6584, 6585, 6586, 6587, 6588, 6589, 6590, 6591, 6592, 6593, 6594, 6595, 6596, and 6597
Chairperson Montgomery asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Pat O'Day gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Commissioner Baker asked about ????. Mark Langan, architect, 12220 El Camino Real, San Diego, 92130, answered. 12 to 15 year payback; no local incentives. Mr. Langan stated it is something that can be looked into with the project. Commissioner Baker asked about view screening included in the EIR. Mr. O'Day stated there will be screening along with 48" box trees that are included. Trash enclosures will be provided. Mr. Lynch stated the loading bays on each of the back of the buildings have screen walls. Commissioner Boddy asked about the water features that are included as part of the project and whether or not the analysis in the EIR includes the evaporation. Robert Wilkinson, 2810 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad. Fountains would only function during the day. One on corner would act as a noise buffer from traffic at the LCA/RSF intersection. Commissioner Boddy asked if it will be reclaimed or potable. Mr. Wilkinson stated potable. Reclaimed for landscaping water. Commissioner Douglas asked about the central plaza and its capacity. Mr. O'Day would be roughly 120 people. Serves two purposes. Commissioner Douglas asked about the hours of operation 7 am to 10 pm. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about the phasing of the commercial center. Mr. O'Day stated it makes sense to phase the project so that the major anchor stores come in, etc. Commissioner L'Heureux asked the order of the projects. Mr. O'Day stated they are independent project. Grading must be done at the same time. Retail up and running for office users.
Chairperson Montgomery inquired about the signage for the project. Mr. O'Day...Mr. Lynch stated the variance allows for flexibility in the placement of the signs. Chairperson Montgomery asked about signalized down La Costa Avenue. Mr. O'Day stated there is one required at the entrance off La Costa Avenue. The others are in the CIP. The signal at Calle Timiteo will be ready to when warranted. Sam Kab, 4540 Kearny Villa Road Suite 106, San Diego, explained the coordination and synchronization of the signals. Commissioner Baker asked if the lights will be sychronized. Mr. Kab stated they will be wired. Roundabouts were not evaluated with the project. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about the synchronized lights. Mr. Kab explained. Mr. Bob Johnson explained the CIP budget and projects on the list. It's monitored on a yearly basis. Commissioner Douglas asked for clarification. Mr. Johnson explained. The project must stand alone and mitigate any traffic impacts. Commissioner Boddy inquired about the La Costa Avenue and Levante Level of Service. Mr Kab stated it is in the Traffic Study which is an appendix to the EIR. Chairperson Montgomery asked about the office location as opposed to the previous proposals in the project like the movie theater or amphitheater. Mr. O'Day stated those people in the neighborhoods did not want an amphitheater, and theaters have been losing money for the past years. Didn't want to end up with a shell of a building in a few years that no one could use.
Commissioner Baker asked about the layout of the project site. Mr. O'Day stated these layouts are very desirable. Commissioner Douglas asked about open space. Mr. Lynch responded. To provide a buffer between uses. Commissioner Douglas asked about the trails. Asked about the transferring of the plants. Mr. Lynch responded. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about the size of the project as compared to the Forum, Bressi Ranch or Premium Outlets. Chairperson Montgomery acknowledged receipt of the several documents prior to the meeting.
Commissioner Baker asked about the drought. Glen Van Peski stated the project is in a different water district. As of today, restrictions at Stage 2 alerts, no new water meters are permitted unless.... Chairperson Montgomery opened public testimony. Pat Bleha, 3209 Vosca Street, Carlsbad, stated her opposition to the project. Mitigation provisions are not adequately explained, failures for cumulative project impacts, San Marcos and Encinitas have opposed the project, public transit is not fully addressed, more bicycle and pedestrian paths in the community, no pedestrian overcrossings, if big box fails it will effect all the property values for adjacent developments. Create a big natural park like in San Dieguito, infrastructure costs, too late for this project. Neal Meyers, 3539 Calle Cabanzo, Carlsbad, not opposed generally to the project. He is concerned with the traffic signals and signalization. many signals in short span of 1/2 mile. Would like to have a system to ensure that traffic will flow easily with the synchronization. Would like to know the impact when LCC is in session and would like that looked at further and maybe even be a part of the EIR. Andy Lee, 7440 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, stated his support for the project. Believes the project is right for the community and the community will settle for nothing less. This project will help preserve the La Costa Community.
Brenda Tworoger, 335 Via Linda del Sur, Encinitas, thanked Staff and the Commission for their time and effort. She stated her support of the project. Michael Mewborn, 3510 Camino Cervaza, stated that there will most likely be traffic problems but is confident it will be worked out. Is concerned with having two gas stations in the same center. Would like to see this project mirror the surrounding community. Barbara Tice, 7106 Lantana Terrace, Carlsbad, stated that the project has passed its time. Feels there needs to be fresh ideas. Have compassion for businesses that aren't being successful right now. John Herelson, 3523 Calle Gabanzo, stated his support of the project. Kevin Sherrar, 2371 Terrazo Salvo, representing the Chamber of Commerce, read a letter and stated their support of the project. Ron ?? , 3325 Cabo Way, stated his concerns with the project. Asked if any rooftop equipment will be screeened, will lights go off at end of the business hours, traffic, water, landscaping, lack of solar usage, hydrology, number of homes, Nancy ??, stated her concerns with the number of homes being placed on the 5.06 acre site, would like the rooftops to be beautified, lighting and solar installation, traffic along El Camino Real and La Costa Avenue and La Costa Avenue and Interstate 5,
Alan Recce, 7442 Triga Lane, is concerned with the density of the triangular piece of property and feels it is not compatible with the surrounding community. Can support the other aspects of the project. Feels it should be RLM, single family homes. Paul Kaplan, 3521 Corte Romero, stated he is split on the project. Is concerned with the elevation from the homes above down onto the project and light pollution, would like the project make the area better. More crime, more police needed, more noise and air pollution. Claire Crylly, ?? Sitio Baya, asked if there is a completion date for the project, revisions to the master plan for height. Joe Crylly, ?? Sitio Baya, is definitely against the project, is concerned with the lighting pollution, does this require a change in the La Costa Master Plan with a public vote, it is a major impact to his community, final hearing for the project, is the funding secured and is it bonded, requirement for occupancy. Bonnie Diamond, 3554 Calle Palmito, feels this will be a beautfiul center and is looking forward to seeing it be built. Kim Nugyn 907 Lake Reach Drive, San Marcos, stated her support of the project. Concerned with traffic, lighting and water. Ellis Diamond, 3554 Calle Palmito, Carlsbad, is in support of the project but is concerned with two gas stations in the development. Chairperson Montgomery closed public testimony on Item 4.
Pat O'Day stated that regarding water, San Diego Water Authority, stopping new development will not stop the water shortage. The OMWD has planned for this project. 2-4 years time in order to build the project. Parking lights will be down lights and with a lower intensity. Leave both gas stations in the project. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if the Commission approves the map with the buildings as they are proposed. Mr. Lynch stated the use permits are for the drive thru facilities and the gas stations. If those uses are not built, it reverts to another use. Commissioner Douglas asked if funding is available. Not until there is a project. The earliest for occupancy would be 2 years from now. Commissioner Douglas asked about the rooftop enclosures. Mr. O'Day deferred to the architect. Mr. Langan stated there will be parapets on the roofs. Standards are to screen the rooftop equipment. Mr. Neu clarified the CUP. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about trails. Mr. O'Day stated it did not make sense at this time. Mitigation procedures for the biology encroachment. Mr. Lynch stated the HCP was put in place before the HMP. It anticipated complete removal of habitat on the site. Traffic impacts. Dawn Wilson, RBF Consulting, responded. Fair amount of distribution of traffic along La Costa Avenue. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if the residential areas are included in the traffic counts. Ms. Wilson stated that was correct. Commissioner Boddy asked about the La Costa Avenue and Esfera intersection. Ms. Wilson does not believe the intersection is included in the report. Mr. Kab stated the intersection is a minor sidestreet.
Vote to approve to continue. (Approved) (Recorded at 04:10:17)
Motion to approve to continue. Moved by , seconded by .
Traffic on Levante. Ms. Wilson responded. Commissioner Baker...lights being synced. Ms. Wilson responded. Commissioner Douglas inquired about public transit. Mr. Lynch stated 2 on La Costa Avenue, 2 on Rancho Santa Fe Road. Infrastructure, and services in general. EIR has thresholds the project needs to meet. Commissioner L'Heureux...grading and blasting. Pat O'Day stated the grading will take 2 months, blasting will not be much. Notices for blasting. Residences are notices and it is a requirement of the Engineering Inspections.
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 1
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 2
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 3
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 4
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6577 RECOMMENDING that the City Council CERTIFY the Environmental Impact Report EIR 01-02, including the approval of Candidate Findings of Fact, a Statement of Overriding Consideration, and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution Nos. 6578, 6579, 6580, 6581, 6582, 6583, 6584, 6585, 6586, 6588, 6589, 6590, 6591, 6592, 6593, 6594, 6595, 6596, and 6597 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of General Plan Amendment 01-02, Master Plan Amendment 149(R), Local Facilities Management Plan Amendment 87-11(C), Carlsbad Tract Map 01-09, Carlsbad Tract Map 08-03, Carlsbad Tract Map 08-07, Condominium Permit 01-03, Non-Residential Planned Development Permit 08-09, Hillside Development Permit 01-05, , Site Development Plan 01-04, Variance 08-02, Conditional Use Permit 04-18, Conditional Use Permit 08-01, Conditional Use Permit 08-02, Conditional Use Permit 08-03, Conditional Use Permit 08-04, Conditional Use Permit 08-05, Conditional Use Permit 08-06, and Conditional Use Permit 08-07 and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution Number 6587 APPROVING Site Development Plan 01-03 based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Roll Call: 7 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion to approve - June 17, 2009 Moved by , seconded by .
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
1.
CUP 09-04 - SQUIRES DAM COMMUNICATION SITE
- Request for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continued operation of an existing unmanned Wireless Communication Facility located on an existing 150 foot tall lattice tower north of Squires Dam in the OS (Open Space) Zone and in Local Facilities Management Zone 15.
Resolution No. 6572
Squires Dam Communication Site Staff Report
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission continue the item indefinitely. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission continue the item indefinitely. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:09:23)
2.
ZCA 09-01/LCPA 09-01 - NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS AND USES ORDINANCE REVISION
- A request for a recommendation to adopt a Negative Declaration, and recommendation of approval of a Zone Code Amendment and Local Coastal Program Amendment to: 1) repeal and replace the Nonconforming Buildings and Uses - Chapter 21.48 of the Zoning Ordinance, 2) include new and amended associated definitions in Chapter 21.04 - Definitions, 3) amend Chapter 21.46 -Yards to delete Section 21.46.210 and 4) amend Chapter 21.44 - Parking to revise Section 21.44.010. Resolutions No. 6573, 6574, 6575
Nonconforming Buildings and Uses Ordinance Revision Staff Report
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6573 RECOMMENDING ADOPTION of a Negative Declaration and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6574 and 6575 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 09-01 and LCPA 09-01 based on the findings contained therein including the language as proposed by Mr. Brechtel and the errata sheet. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6573 RECOMMENDING ADOPTION of a Negative Declaration and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6574 and 6575 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 09-01 and LCPA 09-01 based on the findings contained therein including the language as proposed by Mr. Brechtel and the errata sheet. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:23:08)
Commissioner Boddy inquired about the proposed revision from may be waived vs. shall be waived. Mr. DeCerbo stated it could be either way. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if either one would be acceptable to Staff. Mr. Neu clarified that staff is recommending adopting the language included in the errata sheet. Commissioner Baker is in agreement with what has been proposed by Staff and what is included in the errata sheet. She is not in agreement with the language crafted by Mr. Brechtel. Commissioner L'Heureux stated the errata sheet is OK and is comfortable with the proposal by Mr. Brechtel. Commissioner Boddy asked for clarification. Mr. Neu explained. Feels may be is more discretionary, shall be is more definitive. She agrees with Mr. Brechtel. Commissioner Douglas agrees as well as Chairperson Montgomery. Chairperson Montgomery opened public testimony. Mr. Wayne Brechtel, 3676 Monroe, Carlsbad, stated his suggestions simply make the proposed changes more clearer. Chairperson Montgomery closed public testimony.
3.
CDP 08-05 - DUTTA RESIDENCE
- Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a new 5,042 square foot single family residence on a .11 acre lot located at 6455 Surfside Lane within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 22.
Resolution No. 6576
Dutta Residence Staff Report
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6576 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 08-05 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6576 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 08-05 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:10:31)
4.
EIR 01-02/GPA 01-02/MP 149(R)/LFMP 87-11(C)/CT 01-09/CT 08-03/CT 08-07/CP 01-03/PUD 08-09/HDP 01-05/SDP 01-03/SDP 01-04/V 08-02/CUP 04-18/CUP 08-01/CUP 08-02/CUP 08-03/CUP 08-04/CUP 08-05/CUP 08-06/CUP 08-07- LA COSTA TOWN SQUARE
- Request for the certification of an Environmental Impact Report, including the approval of Candidate Findings of Fact, a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and a recommendation of approval of a General Plan Amendment, Master Plan Amendment, Local Facilities Management Plan Amendment, three Carlsbad Tract Maps, Condominium Permit, Non-Residential Planned Development Permit, Hillside Development Permit, two Site Development Plans, Variance and eight Conditional Use Permits for the development of a 83.07 acre site with a 284,400 square foot community shopping center, 55,000 square foot office project, 64 single family lot subdivision, and a multi-family residential site all located northerly and easterly of the La Costa Avenue and Rancho Santa Fe Road intersection in the southeast quadrant of the City in Local Facilities Management Zone 11. Resolutions No. 6577, 6578, 6579, 6580, 6581, 6582, 6583, 6584, 6585, 6586, 6587, 6588, 6589, 6590, 6591, 6592, 6593, 6594, 6595, 6596, and 6597
Chairperson Montgomery asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Pat O'Day gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Commissioner Baker asked about ????. Mark Langan, architect, 12220 El Camino Real, San Diego, 92130, answered. 12 to 15 year payback; no local incentives. Mr. Langan stated it is something that can be looked into with the project. Commissioner Baker asked about view screening included in the EIR. Mr. O'Day stated there will be screening along with 48" box trees that are included. Trash enclosures will be provided. Mr. Lynch stated the loading bays on each of the back of the buildings have screen walls. Commissioner Boddy asked about the water features that are included as part of the project and whether or not the analysis in the EIR includes the evaporation. Robert Wilkinson, 2810 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad. Fountains would only function during the day. One on corner would act as a noise buffer from traffic at the LCA/RSF intersection. Commissioner Boddy asked if it will be reclaimed or potable. Mr. Wilkinson stated potable. Reclaimed for landscaping water. Commissioner Douglas asked about the central plaza and its capacity. Mr. O'Day would be roughly 120 people. Serves two purposes. Commissioner Douglas asked about the hours of operation 7 am to 10 pm. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about the phasing of the commercial center. Mr. O'Day stated it makes sense to phase the project so that the major anchor stores come in, etc. Commissioner L'Heureux asked the order of the projects. Mr. O'Day stated they are independent project. Grading must be done at the same time. Retail up and running for office users.
Chairperson Montgomery inquired about the signage for the project. Mr. O'Day...Mr. Lynch stated the variance allows for flexibility in the placement of the signs. Chairperson Montgomery asked about signalized down La Costa Avenue. Mr. O'Day stated there is one required at the entrance off La Costa Avenue. The others are in the CIP. The signal at Calle Timiteo will be ready to when warranted. Sam Kab, 4540 Kearny Villa Road Suite 106, San Diego, explained the coordination and synchronization of the signals. Commissioner Baker asked if the lights will be sychronized. Mr. Kab stated they will be wired. Roundabouts were not evaluated with the project. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about the synchronized lights. Mr. Kab explained. Mr. Bob Johnson explained the CIP budget and projects on the list. It's monitored on a yearly basis. Commissioner Douglas asked for clarification. Mr. Johnson explained. The project must stand alone and mitigate any traffic impacts. Commissioner Boddy inquired about the La Costa Avenue and Levante Level of Service. Mr Kab stated it is in the Traffic Study which is an appendix to the EIR. Chairperson Montgomery asked about the office location as opposed to the previous proposals in the project like the movie theater or amphitheater. Mr. O'Day stated those people in the neighborhoods did not want an amphitheater, and theaters have been losing money for the past years. Didn't want to end up with a shell of a building in a few years that no one could use.
Commissioner Baker asked about the layout of the project site. Mr. O'Day stated these layouts are very desirable. Commissioner Douglas asked about open space. Mr. Lynch responded. To provide a buffer between uses. Commissioner Douglas asked about the trails. Asked about the transferring of the plants. Mr. Lynch responded. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about the size of the project as compared to the Forum, Bressi Ranch or Premium Outlets. Chairperson Montgomery acknowledged receipt of the several documents prior to the meeting.
Commissioner Baker asked about the drought. Glen Van Peski stated the project is in a different water district. As of today, restrictions at Stage 2 alerts, no new water meters are permitted unless.... Chairperson Montgomery opened public testimony. Pat Bleha, 3209 Vosca Street, Carlsbad, stated her opposition to the project. Mitigation provisions are not adequately explained, failures for cumulative project impacts, San Marcos and Encinitas have opposed the project, public transit is not fully addressed, more bicycle and pedestrian paths in the community, no pedestrian overcrossings, if big box fails it will effect all the property values for adjacent developments. Create a big natural park like in San Dieguito, infrastructure costs, too late for this project. Neal Meyers, 3539 Calle Cabanzo, Carlsbad, not opposed generally to the project. He is concerned with the traffic signals and signalization. many signals in short span of 1/2 mile. Would like to have a system to ensure that traffic will flow easily with the synchronization. Would like to know the impact when LCC is in session and would like that looked at further and maybe even be a part of the EIR. Andy Lee, 7440 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, stated his support for the project. Believes the project is right for the community and the community will settle for nothing less. This project will help preserve the La Costa Community.
Brenda Tworoger, 335 Via Linda del Sur, Encinitas, thanked Staff and the Commission for their time and effort. She stated her support of the project. Michael Mewborn, 3510 Camino Cervaza, stated that there will most likely be traffic problems but is confident it will be worked out. Is concerned with having two gas stations in the same center. Would like to see this project mirror the surrounding community. Barbara Tice, 7106 Lantana Terrace, Carlsbad, stated that the project has passed its time. Feels there needs to be fresh ideas. Have compassion for businesses that aren't being successful right now. John Herelson, 3523 Calle Gabanzo, stated his support of the project. Kevin Sherrar, 2371 Terrazo Salvo, representing the Chamber of Commerce, read a letter and stated their support of the project. Ron ?? , 3325 Cabo Way, stated his concerns with the project. Asked if any rooftop equipment will be screeened, will lights go off at end of the business hours, traffic, water, landscaping, lack of solar usage, hydrology, number of homes, Nancy ??, stated her concerns with the number of homes being placed on the 5.06 acre site, would like the rooftops to be beautified, lighting and solar installation, traffic along El Camino Real and La Costa Avenue and La Costa Avenue and Interstate 5,
Alan Recce, 7442 Triga Lane, is concerned with the density of the triangular piece of property and feels it is not compatible with the surrounding community. Can support the other aspects of the project. Feels it should be RLM, single family homes. Paul Kaplan, 3521 Corte Romero, stated he is split on the project. Is concerned with the elevation from the homes above down onto the project and light pollution, would like the project make the area better. More crime, more police needed, more noise and air pollution. Claire Crylly, ?? Sitio Baya, asked if there is a completion date for the project, revisions to the master plan for height. Joe Crylly, ?? Sitio Baya, is definitely against the project, is concerned with the lighting pollution, does this require a change in the La Costa Master Plan with a public vote, it is a major impact to his community, final hearing for the project, is the funding secured and is it bonded, requirement for occupancy. Bonnie Diamond, 3554 Calle Palmito, feels this will be a beautfiul center and is looking forward to seeing it be built. Kim Nugyn 907 Lake Reach Drive, San Marcos, stated her support of the project. Concerned with traffic, lighting and water. Ellis Diamond, 3554 Calle Palmito, Carlsbad, is in support of the project but is concerned with two gas stations in the development. Chairperson Montgomery closed public testimony on Item 4.
Pat O'Day stated that regarding water, San Diego Water Authority, stopping new development will not stop the water shortage. The OMWD has planned for this project. 2-4 years time in order to build the project. Parking lights will be down lights and with a lower intensity. Leave both gas stations in the project. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if the Commission approves the map with the buildings as they are proposed. Mr. Lynch stated the use permits are for the drive thru facilities and the gas stations. If those uses are not built, it reverts to another use. Commissioner Douglas asked if funding is available. Not until there is a project. The earliest for occupancy would be 2 years from now. Commissioner Douglas asked about the rooftop enclosures. Mr. O'Day deferred to the architect. Mr. Langan stated there will be parapets on the roofs. Standards are to screen the rooftop equipment. Mr. Neu clarified the CUP. Commissioner L'Heureux asked about trails. Mr. O'Day stated it did not make sense at this time. Mitigation procedures for the biology encroachment. Mr. Lynch stated the HCP was put in place before the HMP. It anticipated complete removal of habitat on the site. Traffic impacts. Dawn Wilson, RBF Consulting, responded. Fair amount of distribution of traffic along La Costa Avenue. Commissioner L'Heureux asked if the residential areas are included in the traffic counts. Ms. Wilson stated that was correct. Commissioner Boddy asked about the La Costa Avenue and Esfera intersection. Ms. Wilson does not believe the intersection is included in the report. Mr. Kab stated the intersection is a minor sidestreet.
Vote to approve to continue. (Approved) (Recorded at 04:10:17)
Motion to approve to continue. Moved by , seconded by .
Traffic on Levante. Ms. Wilson responded. Commissioner Baker...lights being synced. Ms. Wilson responded. Commissioner Douglas inquired about public transit. Mr. Lynch stated 2 on La Costa Avenue, 2 on Rancho Santa Fe Road. Infrastructure, and services in general. EIR has thresholds the project needs to meet. Commissioner L'Heureux...grading and blasting. Pat O'Day stated the grading will take 2 months, blasting will not be much. Notices for blasting. Residences are notices and it is a requirement of the Engineering Inspections.
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 1
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 2
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 3
La Costa Town Square Staff Report - Part 4
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6577 RECOMMENDING that the City Council CERTIFY the Environmental Impact Report EIR 01-02, including the approval of Candidate Findings of Fact, a Statement of Overriding Consideration, and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution Nos. 6578, 6579, 6580, 6581, 6582, 6583, 6584, 6585, 6586, 6588, 6589, 6590, 6591, 6592, 6593, 6594, 6595, 6596, and 6597 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of General Plan Amendment 01-02, Master Plan Amendment 149(R), Local Facilities Management Plan Amendment 87-11(C), Carlsbad Tract Map 01-09, Carlsbad Tract Map 08-03, Carlsbad Tract Map 08-07, Condominium Permit 01-03, Non-Residential Planned Development Permit 08-09, Hillside Development Permit 01-05, , Site Development Plan 01-04, Variance 08-02, Conditional Use Permit 04-18, Conditional Use Permit 08-01, Conditional Use Permit 08-02, Conditional Use Permit 08-03, Conditional Use Permit 08-04, Conditional Use Permit 08-05, Conditional Use Permit 08-06, and Conditional Use Permit 08-07 and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution Number 6587 APPROVING Site Development Plan 01-03 based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Douglas, no second required.
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