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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3/28/1988 - Minutes PCr • PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES ity of Orange range, California March 28, 1988 Monday - 7:00 p.m. The special meeting of the City of Orange Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Scott at 7:00 p.m. PRESENT: Commissioners Bosch, Greek, Hart, Master, Scott (Commissioner Master arrived at 7:10 p.m.) ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: '`IN RE: C7 John Godlewski, Senior Planner & Commission Secretary; Jack McGee, Administrator of Current Planning; Ron Thompson, Director of Community Development; Bert Yamasaki, Administrator of Economic Development; Ed Gala, Assistant Planner; Gene Minshew, Assistant City Attorney; and Sue Devlin, Recording Secretary PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CONTINUED ITEMS IMPLEMENTATION PROCEDURES FOR TAE OLD TOWNE DESIGN GUIDELINES: Chairman Scott stated at their meeting of February 22, 1988, it was suggested that a committee be formed to review the recommended Old Towne Design Guidelines, the Overlay Zone and the procedure for demolition requests. After it was suggested and approved by the Commission, they were told they were not in a position to appoint committees. It was referred back to the Commission for further action. Commissioner Hart said the message received from the Mayor was that if they wanted to recommend a committee be formed, that recommendation should be made to the City Council for them to make the appointment. Commissioner Hart made a motion recommending to the City Council that a committee be appointed as outlined to study the implementation procedures for Old Towne Design Guidelines, the overlay zone boundary determination, and establishment of review procedures for demolition requests, and report back to them at a later date. Commissioner Greek seconded the motion. The motion was opened for discussion. _r r' Planning Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 - Page 2 Chairman Scott explained to the audience that the people who spoke at the first meeting were notified in writing that a committee was not formed. Commissioner Bosch was concerned that the City Council will look to the Commission for guidance and input in the areas of concern on the Old Towne issues. Commissioner Hart assumed that two members of the Commission would be appointed to that committee. Input could come from the two Commissioners. Commissioner Bosch was prepared to look toward solutions on some of the issues. Some areas, however, still require further work with regard to exactly what the guidelines are. His specific concerns were regarding demolition. Commissioner Hart anticipated the Council, if they accept the Commission's recommendation, would then turn it back to them for action. Commissioner Greek's concerns were many, especially the financial aspects of non-conforming uses. Conflicting information was received by two different people and he thought the issues could be resolved on a workshop basis. Chairman Scott reiterated the Commission's concern would be the appointment of two Commissioners to the committee. Commissioner Master felt time was of the essence and asked if there was a time frame? Commissioner Hart suggested they do not give Council direction. The motion was voted on as follows: AYES: Commissioners Bosch, Greek, Hart, Master, Scott NOES: None MOTION CARRIED The audience questioned if the committee was formed, how would they find out when it would meet? Chairman Scott suggested leaving their name and address with the City Clerk. When the committee was formed, they would be notified. 4 r' Planning Commission Minutes ~Nlarch 28, 1988 - Page 3 Another citizen wanted to make a recommendation of placing a moratorium on the demolition requests of pre-1940 structures. The Commission thought that request should be directed to the City Council. IN RE: ADJOURNMENT The Commission adjourned to their April 4, 1988 regular Planning Commission meeting at 7:00 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. /sld