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2006-05-25 PC MinutesMINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA MAY 25, 2006 Chairman Kretzmer called the meeting of the El Segundo Planning CALL TO ORDER Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the City of El Segundo City Hall, 350 Main Street, El Segundo, California. Chairman Kretzmer led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. PLEDGE TO FLAG PRESENT: FELLHAUER, FRICK, KRETZMER, ROTOLO, WAGNER ROLL CALL ABSENT: NONE None. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Chairman Kretzmer presented the Consent Calendar. CONSENT CALENDAR Planning Manager Christensen noted that a copy of the floor plans for Item No. E-2 was distributed to the Commission just this evening. Commissioner Rotolo pulled Item No. E-2 from the Consent Calendar. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Vice -Chairman Frick moved, seconded by Commissioner Fellhauer, to MOTION approve the April 27, 2006, Minutes as presented. Motion carried, 5-0. Chairman Kretzmer presented Agenda Item No. E-2, Environmental CONSENT Assessment No. 682 and Administrative Use Permit No. 05-03. CALENDAR E-2, EA, Applicant: Mrs. Gooch's Natural Foods Markets, Inc., c/o Lanny 682 and AD NO. 05. Kusaka. Business Name: Whole Foods Market. Address: 760 South 03 Sepulveda Boulevard. Property Owner: Rosecrans Partners 3, LLC. A request for three types of Alcohol Beverage Licenses for a new market A request for three (Types 21, 41 and 42). types of Alcohol Beverage Licenses Commissioner Rotolo requested further detail concerning the floor plan for a new market and space for wine tasting. (Types 21, 41 and 42). Debbie English representing the project architect Ms. English stated that she is representing the firm that performed the space planning for the market; and noted that the wine tasting areas are El Segundo Planning Commission Minutes May 25, 2006 Page 1 protected and enclosed. Maraaret Tavlor. representina the applicant Ms. Taylor explained that there is an area for outdoor seating in front of the market which is not intended for dining or alcohol consumption; noted that this area is most often used to greet people, sit for a moment before/after shopping, enjoy a cup of coffee or read the paper; and stated that it will be protected by physical barriers. She added there is also an indoor dining area near the tea/bakery area that is also not an area for alcohol consumption. She identified the three areas within the market for alcohol sales: the wine tasting area and two small restaurant areas; noted that the wine tasting room has glass doors for a barrier during the wine tastings; stated that after the wine tasting is over or not in use, these doors are opened for offsite sales only; and added that those areas for alcohol consumption have railings to delineate the area so that alcohol consumption is not extended into the market area. There being no further input, Chairman Kretzmer closed the public hearing. Vice -Chairman Frick moved, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, to MOTION receive and file the report. Motion carried, 5-0. Chairman Kretzmer noted he received a letter and brochures from Mr. WRITTEN Sylvan, a development associate at Lincoln Property Company; stated COMMUNICATIONS that the letter is an introduction by Lincoln Property Company and a Request for Proposal, indicating their interest in a development project in the City; and added that the letter highlighted this company's involvement with other projects in the Southern California area. He advised that he will distribute to the Commission copies of this correspondence and he thanked Lincoln Property Company for sending this information. Chairman Kretzmer presented Agenda Item No. H-3, Environmental PUBLIC HEARINGS, Assessment No. 686 and Subdivision No. 05-10 (Vesting Tentative Map NEW BUSINESS, EA No. 64579). Applicant and Property Owners: Tim Hovland and William NO. 686 and SUBD. Levine. Address: 215 and 223 Penn Street. NO. 05-10 (VTM NO. 64579) Planning Technician Schopp presented staff report (of record). A subdivision request In response to Commissioner Rotolo's inquiry regarding the use of the VTM to combine two alley, parking access and lighting, Planning Technician Schopp lots into one for explained that the property at 215 has an existing curb cut; that it also condominium has alley access to the garage; noted that 223 has no curb cut in the purposes and allow front; that the garages are accessed from the alley; and stated that the the construction of an El Segundo Planning Commission Minutes May 25, 2006 Page 2 applicant will be required to provide a photometric study for the property 8-unit condominium to assess whether there is adequate lighting being proposed for the development. property. Chairman Kretzmer opened the public hearing. Elizabeth Srour, representina the applicant Ms. Srour thanked staff for a detailed analysis of this project; pointed out that it is the goal of the City to try to take access from the rear when there is an alley available, noting the advantage that this frees up on - street parking; stated this will most likely add a space to the street with the closure of this curb cut; and advised that there will be improvements to accommodate the driveway access to the garage. She highlighted the attractive and open design of the parking and driveway area; stated that this project is in full compliance with the City's code; and advised that in some areas, this project exceeds the City's minimum standards, noting there is more open space and limited density. She added that the applicant concurs with the conditions of approval. There being no further input, Chairman Kretzmer closed the public hearing. Commissioner Fellhauer asked that the conditions of approval include an item to limit storage in the garages to accommodate two -car parking at all times. It was the consensus of the Commission to include a condition requiring that the garages for each unit must accommodate the parking of two vehicles at all times, noting that storage is permitted as long as two vehicles can be parked inside at all times. Chairman Kretzmer reopened the public hearing. Ms. Srour advised that the CC&R's do address the requirement to maintain two -car parking in the garages at all times and that the CC&R's preclude using the garages for car repairs, boat storage, trailer storage; advised that these garages are slightly oversized and that there should not be a conflict between the two cars that need to be parked there and some storage; and stated that an extra condition requiring the use of the garage for its intended two -car parking is acceptable. Chairman Kretzmer closed the public hearing. Vice -Chairman Frick stated that this project fits well in this El Segundo Planning Commission Minutes May 25, 2006 Page 3 neighborhood. Commissioner Rotolo stated that this will be a nice upgrade for this neighborhood. Chairman Kretzmer stated that this project meets the conditions/requirements for a subdivision. Commissioner Rotolo moved, seconded by Commissioner Fellhauer, MOTION to approve the applicant's request, including the additional condition requiring two -car parking be maintained at all times in the garages; and moved to adopt Resolution No. 2602. Motion carried 5-0. None. PUBLIC HEARINGS, CONTINUED BUSINESS Planning Manager Christensen noted staffs expectation to conduct both REPORT FROM meetings in June; and mentioned that the next Agenda will include two DIRECTOR Administrative Use Permit cases. None. None. None. The meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m. PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 8th D E 06. Seimone JurjieCrletary of i a Kre , Chairman of the Planning Commission th PI nni, 'Co mission and Director of City of EI Se do, California Planning and Building Safety City of El Segundo, California PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS PLANNING COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS OTHER BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT El Segundo Planning Commission Minutes May 25, 2006 Page 4