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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 36152! 24 2? RESOLUTION NO. 3615 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING A MASTER SIGN PLAN INCLUDING THREE CENTER IDENTIFICATION MONUMENT SIGNS FOR THE RETAIL CENTER LOCATED AT 213 THROUGH 658 EAST FIRST STREET (LARWlN SQUARE). The Planning Commission does hereby resolve as follows: I. The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows: A. That a proper application, Conditional Use Permit 98-021, was filed by Ray Bush on behalf of Larwin Square Tustin requesting approval of a master sign plan including three center identification monument signs for the retail center located at 213-658 East First Street commonly known as Larwin Square. That a master sign plan less restrictive than the sign code is allowed pursuant to Tustin City Code Section 9403h2e, with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit. C, That a public hearing was duly called, noticed and held for said application on September 28, 1998 by the Planning Commission. Pursuant to Sign Code' Section 9405c, the request to establish a master sign plan can be supported by the following findings: 1 The Master Sign Program, as conditioned, will not be detrimental to the health, safety, morals; comfort and general welfare of the persons residing in or working in the neighborhood of the use, nor will it be injurious or detrimental to property or improvements in the vicinity or to the general welfare of the City in that the three center identification monument signs will increase visibility for tenants within the center. , The ten (10) feet height of the primary monument sign is appropriate given the size of landscaped area and the distance from Newport Avenue. , The Master Sign Plan, as conditioned, will not be detrimental to surrounding properties in that the signs will replace deteriorated signs and will be an improvement to the aesthetics of the retail center. The center identification signs will be complimentary to the materials, design and colors of the center. i? 20 ~5 "9 Resolution No. 3615 Page 2 e The Master Sign Plan, as conditioned, will provide for sign standards that reflect the size and scale of the buildings and surrounding properties. . The master sign plan will encourage uniformity among future signs installed in the center. E. That this project is categorically exempt pursuant to Class 11, Section 15311 of the California Environmental Quality Act. il. The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 98-021 for a master sign plan including three center identification monument signs, subject to the conditions contained in Exhibit A, attached hereto. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin, at a regular meeting on the 28th day of September, 1998. L~SILIE PONTIOUS Chairperson ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF ORANGE ) CITY OF TUSTIN ) I, ELIZABETH A. BINSACK, the undersigned, hereby certify that l am the Planning Commission Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin, California; that Resolution No. 3615 was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the 28th day of September, 1998. I~I~E~I'R A. i~INS7~CK Planning Commission Secretary (1) (1) (1) (1) EXHIBIT A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 98-021 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL RESOLUTION NO. 3615 GENERAL 1.1 The proposed signs shall substantially conform with the submitted p!ans for the project date stamped September 28, 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 Conditional Use Permit 98-021 is contingent upon tlie 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 All signs shall be maintained in proper operating order at all times, if the City becomes aware of any lighting or signs, which are not operable, the applicant shall be responsible for making appropriate repairs within 72 hours of being notified by the City. (2) (3) (4) SOURCE CODES STANDARD CONDITION CEQA MITIGATION UNIFORM BUILDING CODE/S DESIGN REVIEW EXCEPTIONS (5) (6) (7) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENTS LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES PC/CC POLICY Exhibit A Resolution No. 3615 September 28, 1998 Page 2 SIGNS (1) 2.1 (1) 2.3 (4) 2.4 All signs shall comply with the applicable provisions of the Uniform Building Code and the National Electrical Code as adopted by the City (including UL approvals). Permits shall be required for all signs as necessary. Construction level plans, including any required structural calculations, for ali project signs shall be submitted, reviewed and approved by the Community Development Department prior to issuance of sign permits. The' pdmary center identification signs shall be a maximum of ten (10) feet in height with proportionally scaled copy area. Secondary signs shall be maximum 5'-6" in height. The three monument signs shall be installed on the locations specified on the plans. Any future modifications to these monument signs regarding design, color, materials and location require approval by the Community Development Department. (5) (5) (5) (5) (5) 2.5 ' · 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 All signs, including any change of copy, require review and approval by the Community Development Department prior to installation. All signs shall conform to the City of Tustin Sign Code including window signs, which shall not exceed 25% of the glass area upon which the sign is located. All signs and their supporting structures shall be enclosed, structurally safe, and maintained in good condition and shall comply with the most current Uniform Building Codes, as locally amended.' Pursuant to Section 9404c of the Tustin City Code all exposed neon signs would be subject to review by the Planning Commission. All types of signs prohibited pursuant to Tustin City code Section 9404al such as aerial signs, animated Signs, audible signs, beacons, festoons, flashing or moving signs, light bulb strings, roof mounted signs, and projecting signs are not permitted. · C {_; i, Exhibit A Resolution No. 3615 September 28, 1998 Page 3 PLAN SUBMITTAL (5) 3.1 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. FEES (1) 4.1 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. (1) 4.2 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 that 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.