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OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
May 10, 1976
The regular meeting of the City of Tustin Planning Commission was
held on the tenth day of May, 1976, at the hour of 7:30 p.m., of
said day in the Council Chambers, City Hall, Centennial Way at
Main, Tustin, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Commissioner Glenn.
INVOCATION was given by Commissioner Robbins.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Hill, Glenn, Lathrop, McHarris, Robbins
Absent: Commissioners: None
Others
Present: Alan Warren, Planning Technician
Mary Ann Chamberlain, Planning Commission Recording
Secretary
Scott Nichols, City Attorney's Office
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by McHarris, seconded by Lathro~ that the minutes of the
April 26, 1976 meeting be approved.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Use Permit 76-9 - Tustin Water Works, to authorize the drillinq
of a new domestic water well for additional supply of domestic
water to serve the Tustin area.
Location of Well:
Livingston.
Prospect-Beneta Park Site on Beneta Way, west of
After a summary of the staff report, the public hearing was opened
at 7:35 p.m.
Mr. Earl Rowenhorst, 245 Main Street, Tustin Water Works, informed
the Commission that there are eleven different such sites in the
City at present.
Commissioner Robbins questioned the location near the Flood Control
Channel and if the water company had been given approval from the
Flood Control District.
Mr. Rowenhorst replied that they would apply to the Flood Control
after the City would hopefully give permission.
Mr. Ed Ed~ecomb, 17982 Lucero Way, Tustin, stated that he wanted to
be certain, that if the well would be a noise hazard to the surround-
ing residents, the City would take precautions to alleviate the problem.
The public hearing was closed at 7:45 p.m.
After a brief discussion among the Commissioners, it was moved bv
Lathrop, seconded by Robbins that Use Permit 76-9 be approved by
the adoption of Resolution No. 1510 as drafted.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
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Use Permit 76-10 - A. J. Tustin Corporation (Manny's Coffee
Shops) to authorize the addition of a patio to the existing
restaurant for the purpose of outdoor dining facilities,
located at 17231 17th Street.
After a summary of the staff report by Mr. Warren, Commissioner
McHarris questioned staff if this would be an o~en patio area.
Mr. Warren stated that the plans showed this would be an open
patio for outside dining facilities.
The public hearing was opened at 7:50 p.m.
Mr. J. P. Taylor, manager of Manny's, stated that they originally
were trying to accommodate 38 in the patio area but they would cut
down to 30 seats to comply with the Fire Department regulations.
As to the parking, they were originally required to have 55 stalls
and as of now there are 87 existing stalls.
Commissioner McHarris questioned the 10 foot dedication requirement.
Mr. Taylor explained that he had reviewed this requirement with the
property owner who had stated that he was not willing to dedicate the
10 feet at this time. However, Mr. Taylor stated that he would com-
ply to all of the other conditions of the Use Permit.
Commissioner Lathrop questioned if this patio dining would be in the
evening also.
Mr. Taylor informed that it would be mainly during the daylight hours
and only in warm weather.
The public hearing was closed at 8:00 p.m.
After some discussion, it was moved by McHarris, seconded by LathroD
to approve Use Permit 76-10 with conditions as listed with the ex-
ception of the right-of-way dedication and directed staff to prepare
a resolution of approval for the next regular meeting.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
Use Permit 76-11 - George Metsovas - to authorize the construction
of a commercial building on the southwest corner of E1 Camino Real
and First Street.
Commissioner Lathrop stated that he would abstain from voting on this
project because he is the adjoining property owner but inferred that
he is in favor of the plan.
After a summary of the staff report by Mr. Alan Warren, the public
hearing was opened at 8:08 p.m.
Commissioner McHarris questioned the pedestrian traffic and if a
sidewalk would be required. Staff informed the Commission that a
sidewalk exists and was not clearly shown on the plot plan.
Commissioner Lathrop questioned the drainage of the building and the
rest of the property.
George Metsovas, applicant, stated that the front of the Dropert¥
would drain onto First Street and the easterly side and building
would drain onto E1 Camino Real.
The public hearing was closed at 8:15 p.m.
After some discussion, it was moved by McHarris, seconded by Robbins
to approve Use Permit 76-11 by the adoption of Resolution No. 1511
with the addition of 2 (f) The tile mansard shall cover the entire
eastern elevation.
MOTION CARRIED: 4-0 Commissioner LathroD abstained.
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Moved by McHarris, seconded by Robbins to advance the Old Business
Items out of order and consider the fourth public hearing (Sign
Code) after Old Business.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
4. Sign Code Revisions - The proposed revisions are for the purpose
of specifying the permitted heights, sizes and number of signs
authorized for residential, professional, commercial and indus-
trial developments.
(See Appendix to the Minutes)
PUBLIC CONCERNS - None
OLD BUSINESS
1. Use Permit 76-7 - OCR building for Thiokol/Dynachem
Moved by Robbins, seconded by Lathrop to adopt Resolution No. 1507
approving Use Permit 76-7.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
2. Use Permit 76-8 - Fotomat, Tustin Square Shopping Center
Moved by Lath~op, seconded by McHarris to adopt Resolution No. 1505,
approving Use Permit 76-8.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
3. Tentative Tract 9345 - Sand Dollar Development Corporation,
17th Street, west of Laurinda Way
Commissioner Robbins questioned Mr. Wallace if all of the homes will
have three car garages. Mr. Wallace answered in the affirmative.
Commissioner Robbins stated that he does not like the configuration of
the first lot and recommended putting in a recreation area and
swimming pool with a community association.
Mr. Wallace explained that they had moved the street 15 feet to the
west to give deeper lots on the easterly side of the tract.
After some discussion among the Commissioners, it was moved by
Lathrop, seconded by McHarris to adopt Resolution No. 1508, approving
Tentative Tract No. 9345 with the following additions:
1. The homes be moved back an additional 10' on lots 1 and 2.
2. Design of the screen wall to the satisfaction and approval
of the staff.
MOTION CARRIED: 4-1, Mr. Robbins opposed.
NEW BUSINESS - None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION - None
CORRESPONDENCE
1. Memo from City Attorney regarding handicapped persons' facilities
in residential zones.
Moved by Hill, seconded by Lathrop that a public hearing be adver-
tised to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit handicapped persons'
facilities in residential homes upon issuance of a conditional
Use Permit.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjouned at 1:40 a.m. to the next regular meeting
on May 24, 1976.
PLANNIN.C~COMMISSION I~ECORDING SECRETARY
APPENDIX TO THE MINUTES
SIGN CODE HEARING
May 10, 1976
Chairman Hill gave a resume on the sign code and the steps that
have been taken thus far by the Planning Commission. Chairman
Hill suggested that after the public hearing is closed, the
Commissioners review and vote on the changes included in their
packets in order to finalize their position to the City Council.
The public hearing was opened at 8:40 p.m.
Mr. Rubin Kvidt, 13372 Epping Way, Tustin, requested on behalf of
the Orange County Board of Realtors that they be permitted open
house signs on a restricted basis with the real estate industry
policing them. Mr. Kvidt also commented that he felt some build-
ings in Tustin need larger signs.
Commissioner McHarris questioned Mr. Kvidt if he realized the
Commission was suggesting only one open house sign per subject
property.
Mr. Kvidt stated that he thought they should only be allowed one
per corner but would need more than one sign to find homes in
large subdivisions. Mr. Kvidt also stated that there would be
no advertising on the open house signs,only the name of the firm
in one inch letters.
Commissioner Glenn questioned how the Board would police the pri-
vate parties that were also selling homes and displaying open
house signs.
Mr. Kvidt suggested that everyone displaying open house signs should
be required to post a bond and if the signs were not removed at the
specified time, the bond would be forfeited to the City.
Commissioner Robbins questioned Mr. Kvidt if there would be any
public benefit of the fair market value of a home if it had better
exposure from an open house, etc. Mr. Kvidt replied in the affir-
mative.
Ms. Helen Crider, Vice President of Coast Federal Savings and Loan
Association, stated that both City and business representatives had
reviewed this Sign Code and in the public hearings two years ago,
23 of their 27 suggested amendments were changed by the City Council.
The Committee has again met and substantially submitted the same
changes again. Ms. Crider commented that the Committee has given
considerable thought for the City of Tustin and the businessmen of
the City. The Chamber would like to see a beautiful city and a
viable business community.
The public hearing was closed at 9:12 p.m.
The following suggested amendments were discussed and then voted on
by the Planning Commission. After the voting was completed, it was
moved by Hill, seconded by Lathrop that these approved amendments
be submitted to the City Council as the Commission's recommendations.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0
Other possible changes were discussed but tabled for further action.
ARTICLE I - INTRODUCTION
SECTION 3 - REVIEW
Vote:
5-0
APPEAL
APPEAL OF ANY DECISION OF THE COMMUNITY ~EVELOD?~ENT DIRECTOR
MAY BE MADE TO THE DEVELOPMENT PREVIEW ~OARD O? ~QDEALS PUR-
SUANT TO THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES:
WITHIN SEVEN (7) DAYS OF A,NY DECISION AN APPEAL MAY BE
FILED IN WRITING WITH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPART-
MENT STATING THE REASONS FOR SAID AP°EAL,
THE DECISION OF THE BOARD OF Am.PEALS SHALL BE :INAL UNLESS
AN APPEAL IS FILED WITH THE CITY COUNCIL WITHIN 15 CALENDAR
DAYS OF THE DATE OF THE ACTION TAKEN BY THE .;~OARD, ~.PPEALS
TO THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL BE FILED UNDER THE SAM. E PROCEDURES
AS OTHER APPEALS UNDER THE ZONING ORDINANCE,
ARTICLE II - PERMIT PROCEDURES
Vote:
Robbins -yesSECTION 10- Im~.,qprrTLb.~Ol NR,
4 noes
(It was de- A,
cided that
Section 9
covered B
this. ) '
INSPECTIONS MAY BE REOUIRED AS DETERMINED BY THE BUILDING
OFFICIAL,
A FINAL INSPECTION MAY BE REQUIRED OF ALL SIGNS REGULATED BY
THIS ORDINANCE, THE OWNER OR HIS REPRESENTATIVE SHALL BE
PRESENT AT THE TIME OF FINAL INSPECTION AND SHALL PROVIDE THE
NECESSARY MEANS OF ACCESS FOR INSPECTION O; ALL mARTS OF THE
SIGN AND ITS STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS,
ARTICLE III - DEFINITIONS
Vote:
5-0
SECT I ON 1 - DEF I N I T I 0NS
~DVERTI ZING ~IGN
A SIGN FOR THE PURPOSE OF IDENTIFYING PRODUCTS, BRAND NAMES AND
PRICES OFFERED BY A BUSINESS,
Vote:
5-0
BOARD OF APPEALS
A BOARD ESTABLISHED UNDER THE DROVISIONS OF THE CURRENT UNIFORM
BUILDING CODE AS ADOPTED BY THE CITY OF TUSTID~', TO CONSIDER THE
APPEAL OF CONSTRUCT$ON STANDARDS CONTAINED IN THIS F1RDINANCE
RELATED TO SIGNS, IHE PLANNING COMMISSION SHALL A~SUME THE
RESPONSIBILITY IN THE ABSENCE THEREOF,
Vote:
5-0
Vote:
5-0
Vote:
5-0
Vote:
5-0
Vote:
5-0
IDENTIFICATION SIGN
FOR THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORDINANCE, AN IDENTIFICATION SIGN IS
ANY SIGN REFERRING TO THE NAME, SERVICE OR TRADE OF A BUSINESS,
SUCH A SIGN SHALL NOT INCLUDE THE LISTING OF SPECIFIC PRODUCTS
OR OF SPECIFIC BRAND NAMES OF PRODUCTS,OFFERED FOR SALE, UNLESS
THE PRODUCT OR NAME IS INCORPORATED INTO THE NAME OF THE
BUSINESS,
MULTI-TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGN (DIRECTORY)
A SIGN CONSTRUCTED SO AS TO PERMIT INDIVIDUAL IDEr. ITIFICATION
FOR AL~ BUSINESSES WITHIN A 5HOPPING, PROFESSIONAL OR INDUS-
TRIAL CENTER.
SUCH SIGNS ARE SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF IDENTIFICATION OF A
BUSINESS BY NAME, GENERAL SERVICE OR TRADE, AND NOT TO INCLUDE
THE LISTING OF INDIVIDUAL PRODUCTS OR SERVICES OFFERED.
TEMPORARY SIGN
ANY SIGN, BANNER, PENNANT OR ADVERTISING DISPLAY CONSTRUCTED OF
OR APPLIED TO ANY MATERIAL, WITH OR WITHOUT FRAMES, OR ANY SIGN
WHICH DOES NOT REQUIRE A STRUCTURAL SIGN PERMIT UNDER THE. TERMS
OF THIS ORDINANCE, AND FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS ORDINANCE,
LIMITED TO 30 DAYS USE.
ARTICLE IV - UNSAFE, PROHIBITED, UNLAWFUL AND ~BANDONED SIGNS
SECTION 5 - PROHIBITED SIGDIS
THE FOLLOWING SIGNS AND DEVICES ARE PROHIBITED WITHIN THE CITY
EXCEPT WHERE SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED BY OTHER SECTIONS OF THIS
ORDINANCE,
H. ANY SIGN, PERMANENT OR TEMPORARY, EXCEEDING 25~ OF THE
INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR AGGREGATE SURFACE AREA OF ALL DISPLAY
WINDOWS IS PROHIBITED,
ARTICLE VII - ADMINISTRATION
SECTION'2 - USE PERMITS
APPLICATION
APPLICATION FOR A IJSE PERMIT SHALL BE MADE IN WRITING BY
THE OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY, LESSEE, D~JRCHASER IN ESCROW,
OR OPTIONEE, WITH THE CONSENT OF THE OWNERS ON A FORM
PRESCRIBED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION, THE AmDLICATION
SHALL BE ACCOMPANIED BY A FEE AS DETERMIDIED FPOM TIME TO
TIME BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND PLANS SHOWIDIG THE DETAILS O~
THE PROPOSED USE,
SECTION 6 - EXCEPTIONS
Vote:
4-1 UPON REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT, EXCEPTION TO THE CRITERIA OF
(Hili-no) THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE MADE BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOLLOWING RECOM-
MENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION, IF THE APPLICANT MEETS THE
FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
SUBJECT PROPERTY IS DEVELOPED WITH STRUCTURAL SETBACK MORE
THAN 2 TIMES THE MINIMUM SETBACK REQUIREMENT OF THE DISTRICT,
B, ~D~v_IATION FROM THE MINIMUM PROPERTY FRONTAGE DOES NOT EXCEED
ZUT~
OF THE DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS,
THOSE APPLICANTS QUALIFIED TO PARAGRAPH A AND/OR B ABOVE MAY
APPLY FOR SIGNING EXCEPTIONS WITH THE FOLLOWING LIMITATIONS:
PROPOSED SIGNING DOES NOT EXCEED 20% IN THE AREA OR HEIGHT
CRITERIA OF THE DISTRICT,
PROPOSED SIGNING DOES NOT EXCEED BY MORE THAN ONE IN NUMBER
IN ADDITION TO THOSE AUTHORIZED BY THE CRITERIA OF THE
DISTRICT,
ARIICLE VIII - REGULATIONS
Vote:
5-0
SECTION 2 - COND!TIODIAL SIF~HS
SIGNS AUTHORIZED BY THIS SECTION FOR LESS THAN A PEPIOD OF
THIRTY (30) DAYS SHALL REDUIRE A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT AND 9IGNS
OF A PERMANENT CHARACTER SHALL REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE PEPMIT,
PURSUANT TO THE PROCEDURES OF THE ZONING DRDINANCE,
D, BANNERS, BUNTING, ETC,
BANNERS, BUNTING, ADVERTISING O~_DECORATIN~ FLAGS, BALLOONS
OR SIMILAR CONTRIVANCES, IN ADDITION TO A /EMPORARY USE
PERMIT, SHALL REQUIRE A SIGN PERMIT FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, LIMITED TO THIRTY (30) DAYS
DURATION PER QUARTER AND THE DEPOSIT OF A BOND IN THE
AMOUNT OF FIFTY DOLLARS ($50,00) TO GUARANTEE REMOVAL
AT THE EXPIRATION OF THE PERMST DERIOD, THE SIGN PERMIT
FEE SHALL BE INCLUDED IN THE /EMPORARY USE DEPMIT,
Vote:
5-0
SECTION 3 - EXEMPT SIGNS
THE FOLLOWING SIGNS AND DEVICES SHALL BE EXEMPT FROM
= E~UIREMENTS
AGGREGATE ALLOWABLE SIGN AREA AND THE F,_E R .
THIS ORDINANCE:
TEMPORARY BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION OR DIDECTIONAL 9IGNS
NECESSITED BY ~CTION OF THE CITY IN THE ACQUISITION OF
RIGHT-OF-WAY, STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND PUBLIC WORKS ~ROJECTS,
PUBLIC SERVICE ~ACILIT¥ ~IGNS - PLACED O?l QRIVATE DRODERTV
OR ON PUBLIC RIGHT-nF-WAY WITH THE AQDROVAL OF THE CITY
ENGINEER,
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Vote:
5-0
OFF-PREMISE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS - BY PU3LIC SERVICE
FACILITIES WITH A PERMIT OF THE CITY ENGINEER IN
CCORDANCE WITH THE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
ANUAL,
ON PREMISE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS - HOT EXCEEDID~G SIX (F~)
SQUARE FEET PER FACE AND NOT IDENTIFYiK'''
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BUSINESS BY TRADE MARK, TRADE NAME, USE OF LOGO,
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