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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 3635]0 ]7 ]8 20 2] 22 23 24 25 27 RESOLUTION NO. 3635 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING SIGN CODE EXCEPTION 98-005 AUTHORIZING INSTALLATION OF A 7-'2" TALL BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION MONUMENT SIGN WITH FORTY EIGHT (48) SQUARE FEET OF SIGN AREA ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 17241 SEVENTEENTH STREET The Planning Commission does hereby resolve as follows: I. The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows: A. That a proper application, Sign Code Exception 98-005, was filed by R.E.M Engineering, requesting approval to install a 7'-2" tall monument sign with foal7 eight (48) square feet in sign area at the northwest corner of Seventeenth Street and Carroll Way on the property located at 17241 Seventeenth Street. Bo The size of the proposed monument sign is allowed with approval by the Planning Commission pursuant to Tustin City Code Section 9405c. C. That this project is categorically exempt (Class 11) pursuant to Section 15311 of the California Environmental Quality Act. D. Pursuant to Sign Code Section 9405c, the request to install the additional sign copy can be supported by the following findings: . Sign size and placement restrictions of the sign code shall be closely followed as practicable. The placement restrictions of the sign code are closely followed in that the proposed location lies outside the visual clearance area as specified in the Section 9412 of the Sign Code. The proposed sign is 1'-2" taller and sixteen (16) square feet larger than the maximum allowed by the standards for gasoline service station. However, since the copy area contains the price information and business identification, the letter sizes are only slightly larger than otherwise allowed in the sign code. Combining the pricing information and business identification into one sign rather than two meets the purpose and intent of the sign code. . The intent and purpose of the sign regulations of the land use zone in which the sign is to be located shall be followed as closely as practicable. ]0 ]5 ]6 ]7 2O 22 24 Resolution No. 3635 Page 2 The proposed sign appears to be in scale with the project and as conditioned would be compatible with the other design features of the site in color and material. w There are special circumstances unique to the property to justify the exception. The landscaped area where the sign would be installed, contains a berm for screening the pump islands which varies in height from 1 to 3 feet. The lower portion of the sign (i.e. pedestal) would be screened by the berm and associated landscaping. Allowing a sign that exceeds six (6) feet in height will ensure visibility of the sign copy. 1 Granting the exception will not have a negative impact on the surrounding properties. The proposed signs will not be detrimental to, or have a negative effect on, surrounding properties in that the sign is compatible with the uses and structures in the surrounding area in location, size, and fabrication. As conditioned, the proposed sign would be compatible with the existing building design. . The sign application promotes the public, health, safety, welfare and aesthetics of the community and that the granting of the exception meets findings and the intent of the sign code. As conditioned the proposed sign compliments the aesthetics of the building and building site. That the project has been reviewed for consistency with the Air Quality Sub- element of the City of Tustin General Plan and has been determined to be consistent with the Air Quality Sub-element. The Planning Commission hereby approves Sign Code Exception 98-005 authorizing installation of a 7'-2" tall monument sign with forty eight (48) square feet of sign area at the northwest comer of Seventeenth Street and Carroll Way on the property located at 17241 Seventeenth Street, subject to the conditions contained in, Exhibit A, attached hereto. ]0 20 24 2.? Resolution No. 3635 Page 3 PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin, at a regular meeting on the 14th day of December, 1998. Chairperson ELI-Z ~,BETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF ORANGE ) CITY OF TUSTIN ) I, ELIZABETH A. BINSACK, the undersigned, hereby certify that I am the Planning Commission Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin, California; that Resolution No. 3635 was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the 14th day of December, 1998. Planning Commission Secretary I 1 · EXHIBIT A SIGN CODE EXCEPTION 98~05 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL RESOLUTION NO. 3635 (1) (1) GENERAL 1.1 The proposed signs shall substantially conform with the submitted plans for the project date stamped December 14, 1998, on file with the Community Development Department, except as herein modified, or as modified by the Director of Community Development in accordance with this Exhibit. The Director of Community Development may also approve minor modifications to plans during plan check if such modifications are to be consistent with the provisions of the Tustin City Code and other applicable codes. 1.2 Unless otherwise specified, the conditions contained in this Exhibit shall be complied with as specified or prior to the issuance of any building permits for the project, subject to review and approval by the Community Development Department. 1.3 The subject project approval shall become null and void unless permits are issued within twelve (12) months of the date of this Exhibit and substantial construction is underway. Time extensions may be granted if a wdtten request is received by the Community Development Department within thirty (30) days prior to expiration.. 1.4 Approval of Sign Code Exception 98-005 is. contingent upon the applicant and property owner signing and returning an "Agreement to Conditions Imposed" form as established by the Director of Community Development. 1.5 The applicant shall hold harmless and defend.the City of Tustin from all claims and liabilities arising out of a challenge of the City's approval for this project. 1.6 The signs shall be maintained in a good operating order. If the illumination of one or more of the letters become inoperable, the sign shall be tumed off until appropriate repairs are made. (1) (2) (3) (4) SOURCE CODES STANDARD CONDITION CEQA MITIGATION UNIFORM BUILDING CODE/S DESIGN REVIEW EXCEPTIONS (s) (s) (7) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENTS LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES PC/CC POLICY Exhibit A Resolution No. 3635 SCE 98-0O5 Page 2 Authorization for the business identification/pricing sign is contingent upon the use of the subject property remaining a gasoline service station. Should this use be changed or discontinued, the Community Development Department is authorized to require the property owner to remove the sign within 30 days of being given notice. No other unauthorized signs shall be displayed on site. PLAN SUBMITTAL (4) 2.1 Three (3)'sets of construction level plans with necessary, specifications, and details prepared in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, and other related Codes, City Ordinances, and state and federal laws and regulations shall be submitted for review and approval by the Community Development Department. Compliance with approved plans, shall be inspected by the Community Development Department during construction and prior to final inspection. 2.2 The 'sign pedestal shall be finished to match the exterior stucco finish and pdmary color of the approved gasoline service station. FEES (1) 3.1 3.2 Prior to issuance of any building permits, all payments shall be made of all applicable fees including the building division and sign permit fees. Payment shall be required based upon those rates in effect at the time of payment and are subject to change. Within forty-eight (48) hours of approval of the subject project, the applicant shall deliver to the Community Development Department, a cashier's check payable to the COUNTY CLERK in the amount of $38.00 (thirty eight dollars) to enable the City to file the appropriate environmental documentation for the project. If within such forty-eight (48) hour period the applicant has not delivered to the Community Development Department the above-noted check, the statute of limitations for any interested party to challenge the environmental determination under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act could be significantly lengthened. I 1 -!