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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Planning Commission - Meeting Date: 12/15/2016MINUTES CITY OF GLENDALE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5850 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE GLENDALE, ARIZONA 85301 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2016 6:OOPM CALL TO ORDER Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00pm. Commissioners Present: Commissioners Gallegos, Harper, Hirsch, Lenox, Moreno, and Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere were in attendance. Commissioners Absent: None. City Staff Present: Tabitha Perry, Assistant Planning Director, Jim Gruber, Chief Deputy City Attorney, Thomas Ritz, AICP, Senior Planner, Doug Howard, Planner, and Diana Figueroa, Recording Secretary. OTHER BUSINESS Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for Other Business. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere presented former Chairperson Steve Johnston with a certificate and appreciation plaque to recognize his service on the Planning Commission. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere expressed his high regard and esteem for the former Chairman. Chairperson Johnston said a few words thanking City staff and Commissioners for their dedication to the City of Glendale. He wished the Commissioners his best. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for Approval of Minutes. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 WORKSHOP MINUTES AS WRITTEN. COMMISSIONER HARPER SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. COMMISSIONER HARPER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES AS WRITTEN. COMMISSIONER LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER 6, 2016 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES AS WRITTEN. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. December 15, 2016 Planning Commission Minutes COMMISSIONER HIRSCH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER 20, 2016 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES AS WRITTEN. COMMISSIONER LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. WITHDRAWALS AND CONTINUANCES Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for any withdrawals and/or continuances. There were none. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for staffs presentation. 1. CUP16-13: A request by Cheryl Lehman for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Home Occupation (Class II) for guitar instruction in the R1-7 PRD (Single Residence, Planned Residential Development) zoning district. The site is located northwest of the intersection of 75th Avenue and Union Hills Drive (19828 North 78th Lane) and is in the Cholla District. Staff Contact: Doug Howard, Planner. Doug Howard, Planner, stated this was a request by Cheryl Lehman for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a Home Occupation for guitar instruction in the R1-7 PRD zoning district. He said the site is located northwest of the intersection of 75th Avenue and Union Hills Drive and is in the Cholla District. He said that applicant Cheryl Lehman, owner and operator for Cheryl's Guitar Instruction, is requesting approval of a CUP to have students visit her home. He explained that the applicant operates a guitar instructional business within her home. Music lessons are conducted with one student at a time for 30 -minutes, 45 -minutes, or 1- hour time frame. He said the days of operation are Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. He stated that there will be no group lessons. He said this use is classified as a Home Occupation with the R1-7 PRD zoning district, which requires a conditional use permit since the students are visiting the home. Mr. Howard said the property provides three on-site parking spaces in the driveway. Clients have been notified that on -street parking will not be permitted. He noted the applicant's home provides a waiting area for persons who may accompany a student, such as a parent. The number of clients, and their family or friends, will never exceed five onsite at any given time. On September 9, 2016, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties notifying the public of a neighborhood meeting held on October 3, 2016. He said no neighbors or interested parties attended the meeting. However, several phone calls and emails were received in support of the request and no concerns were expressed with these communications. In conclusion, Mr. Howard stated this request does appear to meet the required findings. Staff recommends approval of the cases listed above, subject to the stipulations as outlined in the staff report. He asked if the Commission had any questions. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for questions from the Commission. There were none. 2 December 15, 2016 Planning Commission Minutes Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for the applicant to make a presentation. Cheryl Lehman, applicant, stated she had been teaching for 22 years. She has enjoyed teaching the wide range of ages from 7 years old to retirees. She stated her neighbors have been very supportive and many did not realize she taught students at her home. She hopes the Commission approves her application. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked for any further comments or questions. There were none. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, he closed the public hearing. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for a motion. COMMISSIONER GALLEGOS MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP16-13 SUBJECT TO THE STAFF REPORT STIPULATIONS. COMMISSIONER LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. 2. CUP16-14: A request by Juan Rodriguez, representing Pruthi Properties, LLC, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Live Entertainment Facility, Orabella Banquet Hall at the Glendale Mercado, in the C-2 (General Commercial) zoning district. The site is located northwest of the intersection of 67th and Glendale Avenues (6744 West Glendale Avenue) and is in the Ocotillo District. Staff Contact: Doug Howard, Planner. Doug Howard, Planner, stated this was a request by Juan Rodriguez, representing Pruthi Properties, LLC, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Live Entertainment Facility, Orabella Banquet Hall at the Glendale Mercado, in the C-2 zoning district. He said the site is located northwest of the intersection of 67th and Glendale Avenues and is in the Ocotillo District. The applicant is proposing to operate a banquet hall which may have live performances, DJs, and dancing. A live entertainment facility requires a CUP in the C-2 zoning district when it is located within 300 feet of any residential use. Mr. Howard stated the applicant is proposing a 6,000 -square foot banquet hall which may be rented out for various social functions such as wedding receptions, graduation parties, baby showers, etc. During the rental period, the host may have a DJ or live musicians perform while the guests dance. He explained that live entertainment facilities are permitted within the C-2 zoning district with CUP approval. He noted that residential homes are located on the west side of 68th Avenue approximately 160 feet away. The hall will be able to be rented for a maximum of eight hours every day of the week between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. He said employees and guests will be limited to no more than 284 people in the leased space. During the course of the rental period, two security guards will be provided. He noted that a 12 -inch -thick, eight feet in height, and 20 -foot -long wall will be installed near the front door entry to reduce the noise to the outside. Guests may choose to have their events catered as no food will be cooked onsite. Alcohol may be brought onto the premises; the commercial sale of alcohol at any time will be December 15, 2016 Planning Commission Minutes prohibited. He stated the venue will provide bartenders to ensure that alcohol is not served to minors. On September 26, 2016, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties notifying the public of a neighborhood meeting which was held on October 12, 2016. He said that two neighbors attended the meeting. The neighbors asked how the applicant would deal with the noise and safety. He noted the applicant has addressed both concerns within the project narrative. In conclusion, Mr. Howard stated this request does appear to meet the required findings. Staff recommends approval of the cases listed above, subject to the stipulations as outlined in the staff report. He asked if the Commission had any questions. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for the applicant to make a presentation. Juan Rodriguez, applicant, stated he had nothing to add to staff s presentation and agreed with staff's stipulations and recommendations. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked for any comments or questions. There were none. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere opened the public hearing. Ed Ware, speaker, stated his opposition to this application. He said he had concerns with this hall being close to apartments and in a high-density area. He said this was a retail shopping center and not equipped for a dancing music hall that needs insulated walls. He questioned the public being informed about the neighborhood meeting. He said the neighborhood was already suffering with vagrants and crime in the area. He was also concerned with liquor being served and inadequate parking. David Sinah, speaker, and center property owner, stated his support of this application. He provided information regarding his background. He explained that his property has been vacant for too long and was thankful the applicants will be renting the property. He believes the applicants will be good tenants and this will be a benefit to the community. He stated the doors to the hall will be kept closed at all times. He hopes the Commission votes favorably on this application. Commissioner Gallegos inquired about the parking spaces for this application. Mr. Howard stated there were 172 parking spaces. He added they also had an agreement with QT adding additional parking for a total of 203 parking spaces. Mr. Sinah explained that most of the tenants want more activity in the center. He added that his tenants support having the hall in the center. He noted that QT and other tenants were aware that the hall was coming. December 15, 2016 Planning Commission Minutes Commissioner Hirsch asked if the property owner had provided private security for the area. Mr. Sinah replied no. He has felt no need to provide private security for the area since the Glendale Police makes themselves present in the area. He has not had any major crime problems. Commissioner Lenox asked if the doors would be self-closing. Mr. Sinah stated he believes they are but was not sure. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked if anyone wanted to make any further comments. Mr. Rodriguez stated that it was his plan to hire two off duty police officers for hall security as was recommended. He also plans to upgrade the air conditioning units on the property. He explained they will also have the barrier wall up to alleviate the noise issue. With no further comments, Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere closed the public hearing. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for a motion. COMMISSIONER MORENO MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CUP16-14 SUBJECT TO THE STAFF REPORT STIPULATIONS. COMMISSIONER HARPER SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. 3. ZON16-04: A request by Tony Sawyer of Clear Channel Outdoor, representing Tony Frye, to rezone approximately 55 acres from A-1 (Agricultural) to M-1 (Light Industrial). The site is located approximately at the northwest corner of Sarival Avenue and Maryland Avenue between Sarival Avenue and the Loop 303 (6502 North Sarival Road) and is in the Yucca District. Staff Contact: Thomas Ritz, AICP, Senior Planner. Thomas Ritz, AICP, Senior Planner, stated this was a request by Tony Sawyer of Clear Channel Outdoor, representing Tony Frye, to rezone approximately 55 acres from A-1 to M-1. He said the site is located approximately at the northwest corner of Sarival Avenue and Maryland Avenue between Sarival Avenue and the Loop 303 and is in the Yucca District. He said the property is currently farmed and vacant. He said rezoning the property to M-1 will permit the development of industrial and other uses which are compatible with the City of Glendale General Plan designation of Luke Compatible Land Uses and comply with State Statutes concerning territory in the vicinity of a military installation. He noted it will eliminate residential land uses as a permitted use. On June 3, 2015, the applicant mailed notification letters to adjacent property owners and interested parties. The applicant did not receive any response regarding the request. Planning did not receive any response regarding the request. In conclusion, Mr. Ritz stated this request does appear to meet the required findings. Staff recommends approval of the cases listed above, subject to the stipulations as outlined in the staff report. He asked if the Commission had any questions. December 15, 2016 Planning Commission Minutes Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for the applicant to make a presentation. Tony Sawyer, applicant's representative, stated he was here to answer any questions the Commissioners may have. Commissioner Harper asked if any businesses were planned for the area right now. Mr. Sawyer replied no, not at this time. Commissioner Hirsch asked if Clear Channel had any other similar holdings within the City of Glendale or the Loop 303 area. Mr. Sawyer responded no. Commissioner Hirsch asked if Clear Channel was typically in the real-estate business. Mr. Sawyer stated they were only assisting in the annexation and rezoning as a favor to owner. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked for any comments or questions. There were none. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere opened the public hearing. Hearing no one, he closed the public hearing. Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for a motion. COMMISSIONER HARPER MADE A MOTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF ZON16-04 SUBJECT TO THE STAFF REPORT STIPULATIONS. COMMISSIONER LENOX SECONDED THE MOTION, WHICH WAS APPROVED WITH A VOTE OF 6 TO 0. OTHER BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked if there was any Business from the Floor. There was none. PLANNING STAFF REPORT Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked if there was a Planning Staff Report. There was none. COMMISSION COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere called for Comments and Suggestions. There were none. NEXT MEETING: January 5, 2017 ADJOURNMENT With no further business, Vice Chairperson Dobbelaere asked for a Motion to Adjourn. COMMISSIONER HARPER MADE A MOTION TO ADJOURN. COMMISSIONER HIRSCH SECONDED THE MOTION WHICH WAS APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. The meeting was adjourned at 6:59pm. 6