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- Approved action minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. Motion carried (unanimous as recorded).
- Approved the director’s hearing summary report. Motion carried (unanimous as recorded).
- Continued Planning Application PA25‑0137 (color scheme modification for Temecula Town Center buildings) to the Oct. 1 planning commission meeting at the applicant’s request. Motion to continue carried unanimously.

The two substantive public‑hearing approvals from this meeting are covered in separate articles: PA25‑0207 (Temecula Korean Barbecue Type 47 CUP — approved 5‑0) and PA24‑0230/0231 (Habitat Way 2 tentative map, development plan and density bonus waivers — approved 5‑0).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Temecula Planning Commission Meeting - September 17, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Summary of procedural and consent votes at the Sept. 17 Temecula Planning Commission meeting, including approval of minutes, director's hearing summary, continuance of an item and two substantive approvals (the Korean Barbecue CUP and the Habitat Way 2 project).","taxTitle","Temecula, Riverside County, California","taxId",4198,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_46":80,"_48":81,"_50":82,"_52":83,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":84,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":85,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6472806,"Commission approves 6‑unit Habitat for Humanity infill project in Old Town Temecula",3131,3447000,6578000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5774937-19815cf2205c70f397b6d71c09937994&start=3447&end=6578","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5774937-19815cf2205c70f397b6d71c09937994/thumbnail_3447000.jpg","/articles/6472806/Temecula/Riverside-County/California/Commission-approves-6unit-Habitat-for-Humanity-infill-project-in-Old-Town-Temecula","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6472806-3bf14cf37a2ea6d6a69be12fddf5bd77/orig.mp4?Expires=1770951324&Signature=MQEYOYuHYeBbdesPXGVkZs0uXvDFqmqXvi-Zk0~yt~mGFyeLG92s6xYlH8iyadimoOflv1WwOoVIsX-i1N5d1UM29OeqZJy9QmXhHt0z3iobERXB3iNUu5WZ6rZIwBGnrV0b9WD1Jq19S81C5JlGlMRKHla70l1~ixh9RHXZUc4JPDV-mtgEey3hshCTX4gpindEjoS5swzeSv~nIx5R2M7vxRqSxuAxhOXv6EtHn7GMZd9Ggi53D8XV0viMGWdRhAad4-CO5Pd0aTy5Ww3S~aWWVGFF4H2LwjkKDNWwjTbk3h2UNmuwEs1JTv2EG5~uT7zTj~EeEtcida1AB5ohVA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Temecula Planning Commission on Sept. 17 approved a two‑part Habitat for Humanity project — tentative tract map PA24‑0231 and development plan PA24‑0230 — together with a density bonus application granting multiple waivers and concessions. The motion passed 5‑0.

What was approved
Staff and the applicant described the proposal as Habitat Way 2: an infill development on two parcels totaling 0.46 acres approximately 200 feet north of the First and Pujol Street intersection in the Old Town Temecula Specific Plan area. The project remaps the two parcels into six lots and proposes two identical buildings, each containing three attached units, for a total of six for‑sale homes targeted to low and very low income households. Unit sizes are roughly 1,700–1,800 square feet; lots are described as about 2,500 to 3,500 square feet. Each unit includes a two‑car garage (12 garage spaces total) and private porch/open space. Staff said the site is in the Neighborhood Residential district of the Old Town Specific Plan.

Density bonus, waivers and entitlements
The project uses California’s density bonus provisions to request unlimited waivers of specific plan development standards for an affordable ownership product; staff said the applicant is not requesting additional units beyond the six. The application requests waivers or concessions for minimum lot width and lot area, reductions to side yard setbacks, a staggered build‑to line, modifications to tree planting and to Pujol Street right‑of‑way standards (a small reduction from a 10‑foot furnishing zone to 9.66 feet was noted), and reductions to story‑and‑density standards where appropriate. Staff noted a Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) executed May 23, 2023, that binds the project to sell the homes at prices affordable to very low‑ and low‑income households.

Public benefits and funding
Tammy Marine, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley, said the project is funded in part by the city and the county and Habitat resources and that all six units are planned as permanently affordable owner‑occupied homes. Marine described Habitat’s model — resale restrictions structured with a silent second and no‑interest mortgage to preserve long‑term affordability — and said the affiliate reinvests recaptured funds into future projects.

Conditions, fees and environmental review
Staff noted edits to conditions of approval requested by the applicant. The commission was told the project is categorically exempt from CEQA under section 15332 (infill development). Quimby requirements were revised in the conditions to require 0.09 acres of parkland and a Quimby fee of $26,505. Staff also removed water‑quality conditions that apply only to sites larger than 1 acre. A standard wall/fence condition was revised to require consistency with the approved entitlement plans rather than the generic language in the template COA.

Commissioner concerns and applicant responses
Commissioners asked about long‑term maintenance of private streets and common areas, whether an HOA would be formed, trash enclosures and service access, roof materials and AC/condensing unit placement, and how enforcement of appearance/maintenance would be handled over time. Tammy Marine and Habitat staff said Habitat maintains a long‑term relationship with homeowners, that maintenance agreements and CC&Rs will define upkeep responsibilities, and that Habitat has mechanisms (including reserve funds and a recaptured‑fund structure) to support repairs. Staff confirmed CC&Rs and regulatory agreements will be recorded to address maintenance and long‑term affordability.

Background: Phase 1 and program outcomes
Staff and Habitat representatives noted Habitat Way 1 (completed in 2008) remains occupied by the original homeowners, which Habitat said demonstrates the affiliate’s long‑term homeownership outcomes. Marine said the affiliate has no foreclosures locally and uses selection criteria based on need, willingness to partner (sweat equity) and ability to pay.

Final action
Commissioner Bob Hagel moved to approve the tentative map, development plan and density bonus waivers with the revised conditions of approval; Commissioner Fernando seconded. The motion carried 5‑0.

Ending note
The approvals allow Habitat to proceed with permitting and the map recordation steps required before sale of the units; details on final sale prices and mortgage terms will be determined later in the entitlement and appraisal process.","The planning commission approved a tentative tract map (PA24‑0231), development plan (PA24‑0230) and related density bonus waivers to create six owner‑occupied affordable homes on 0.46 acres north of First and Pujol streets, subject to revised conditions of approval and CC&Rs.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_46":92,"_48":93,"_50":94,"_52":95,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":96,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":97,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6472811,"Planning commission approves Type 47 alcohol permit for Temecula Korean Barbecue",3140,284000,3424000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5774937-19815cf2205c70f397b6d71c09937994&start=284&end=3424","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5774937-19815cf2205c70f397b6d71c09937994/thumbnail_284000.jpg","/articles/6472811/Temecula/Riverside-County/California/Planning-commission-approves-Type-47-alcohol-permit-for-Temecula-Korean-Barbecue","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6472811-01bea38babf96d2c426d4dba731c9d23/orig.mp4?Expires=1770951324&Signature=kASsgTAx~zrqWBzwsuKa04muDChio0S3vtGzkTWn6cQb~LK~KGxymP1SE7klc0fdudjey0XsoPo3YeJpwj7IMdVLtUc~o9mDiZLTsCAvZX8ZzpCVRpYBCB2KTDSIp17cdRzPYLLr6rKnS1o2XSXjvJ7OsocNXFHvB3TOJUfLJxem9HmgMtpzALQOzyoBmUR9N9eV7p9F1WjA~Tj24VZNKlRkhCmcsYEnEKjq874rkMWTQlkK0oQkSFI6OJh58WNtThtlrRNPvc0DNe2XzlBd-dI3iJp28yKt8Ns8-KXNRNvuKqyxHZ4SzJxhPGdKrxCMA0Qsy5hs6uvw1Db0HWN29A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Temecula Planning Commission on Sept. 17 approved a conditional use permit (PA25‑0207) allowing a California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Type 47 on‑sale general eating place license for Temecula Korean Barbecue at 41925 Motor Car Parkway, Units G and H. The motion passed 5‑0.

Staff told commissioners the proposal is for a full‑service, 2,100‑square‑foot restaurant with indoor dining and a bar and operating hours from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Yanin (city staff) said the Type 47 would authorize the sale of beer, wine and distilled spirits for consumption on the premises and that staff recommends approval subject to the conditions of approval. “This project is categorically exempt under section 15301, class 1 existing facilities,” Yanin said.

Why it matters: the Type 47 license allows sale of distilled spirits in addition to wine and beer. Staff and commissioners said the conditions attached to the conditional use permit — including responsible beverage service (RBS) training, cocktail recipe documentation and limits on alcohol advertising — were intended to manage public‑safety and neighborhood concerns.

Staff summary and local context
Yanin told the commission the site is inside the Temecula Plaza commercial center and is in Census Tract 432.16, which is a concentration of restaurants and entertainment uses. A commissioner raised an ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) overconcentration question, saying his review of ABC lists suggested the tract had many on‑sale licenses relative to a notional limit; staff responded that the Temecula Regional Center (Promenade Mall) is intended as an entertainment district and that the ABC threshold triggers a further public convenience or necessity (PCN) review rather than an absolute prohibition.

Police and safety data
Staff said the Temecula Police Department (Officer Nunez ran the report) identified three calls for service on Motor Car Parkway in the last year near the restaurant: a hit‑and‑run, a collision and one burglary; staff said none were identified specifically as alcohol‑related.

Applicant’s case
Gary Choi, owner of Temecula Korean Barbecue, told the commission he has operated at the location since 2001 with a Type 41 (beer and wine) license and that the restaurant has 66 seats (13 tables). Choi said rising costs and new competitors have squeezed profit margins and that adding spirits is a way to improve revenue: “What will distinguish us from the other Korean barbecue restaurants at this point is if we could have spirits,” he said. Choi explained he plans to require RBS certification for servers, use jiggers for measured pours (he described 1‑ounce pours for tastings/sample pours) and to ultimately hire a bartender for specialty drinks if demand supports it.

Commissioner questions and conditions
Commissioners asked about server ages, training, how drinks would be prepared, security and the presence of a nearby liquor store. Staff pointed to conditions of approval that require RBS certification for every alcohol server and manager and a provision that bartender training and a cocktail recipe list must be retained on site. Commissioners asked whether an alarm system should be required; the applicant said he would install one if necessary, but staff cautioned about setting a precedent and whether the commission could mandate alarms.

Enforcement and final action
Commissioners stressed that conditions of approval are enforceable and that the commission expects the business to comply. Commissioner Fernando moved to approve the CUP as presented by staff; Mark Watson seconded. The motion carried 5‑0.

Votes and next steps
The conditional use permit was approved subject to the conditions of approval on file with the Community Development Department, including the city’s required RBS training, placement of overservice signage, cocktail recipe documentation and the requirement that alcohol service end at least 30 minutes before closing. The applicant confirmed receipt of the conditions and said he would comply.

Ending note
The commission’s approval allows the applicant to proceed with the local land‑use approval needed to pursue the ABC Type 47 license; final issuance of the alcohol license remains subject to review and approval by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.","The Temecula Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a conditional use permit (PA25-0207) allowing a Type 47 on‑sale general eating place license for Temecula Korean Barbecue at 41925 Motor Car Parkway Units G and H, subject to conditions including responsible beverage service training and limits on alcohol advertising.","actionData","errors"]

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