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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 3746 RESOLUTION NO. 3746 2 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF 3 TUSTIN, APPROVING ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT 00-001 AND DESIGN REVIEW 00-024 TO AUTHORIZE 1 ) INSTALLATION OF TWO 4 NINE (9) FOOT TALL PILASTERS AND THE ADDITION OF WROUGHT 5 IRON FENCING TO AN EXISTING STONE VENEER WALL FOR AN OVERALL HEIGHT OF NINE (9) FEET, AND TWO PEDESTRIAN GATES 6 AT THE EXISTING MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE PROJECT ON HANNAFORD DRIVE ON LOTS L AND K AND 2) INSTALLATION OF A 7 SIX (6) FOOT TALL WROUGHT IRON FENCE AND GATE ACROSS AN s OPEN PAVED AND LANDSCAPED AREA 200 FEET NORTH OF THE TERMINUS OF TOWNSHIP DRIVE (LOTS F AND S). The Planning Commission of the City of Tustin does hereby resolve as ]0 follows: ]] I. The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows: 13 A. That a proper application for Administrative Adjustment 00- 001 and Design Review 00-024 was filed by Standard Pacific ~4 Homes and Tustin Ranch Estate Maintenance Association, is requesting authorization 1) to install two (2) nine foot pilasters and add wrought iron fencing to an existing stone veneer wall 16 for overal height of nine (9) feet and 2) to install six (6) foot tall wrought iron fencing and gate across an open paved and ~? landscaped area 200 feet north of the terminus of Township l~ Drive (Lots F and S Tract). 19 B. That in accordance with (Section 3.5.1) the East Tustin 20 Specific Plan walls and fences dividing common property lines not adjacent to a public right-of-way may be 21 constructed of any materials acceptable to the Planning Commission. 22 23 C, An increase of twenty percent (20%) in the permitted height of a fence or wall (7'-6" maximum) requires approval of an 24 Administrative Adjustment that may be granted by the 25 Community Development Director. This authority has been deferred to the Planning Commission. 26 D. That the proposed height and materials are compatible with 27 the size, mass and area of the main entrance to the project 2s and the neighborhood. ~9 E. The proposed project is consistent with the policies of the General Plan land use designation Planned Community Residential which provides for policies and guidelines for planned residential development. In addition, the project has Resolution No. 3746 Administrative Adjustment 00-001, Design Review 00-024 September 25, 2000 Page 2 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. F. Pursuant to Section 9272 of the Tustin Municipal Code, the Commission finds that the location, s~ze, architectural features and general appearance of Administrative Adjustment 00-001 and Design Review 00-024, as conditioned, will not impair the orderly and harmonious development of the area, the present or futu re development therein, or the occupancy as a whole. In making such findings, the Commission has considered at least the following items: 1. Height, bulk and area of buildings. 2. Setbacks and site planning. 3. Exterior materials and colors. 4. Type and pitch of roofs. 5. Size and spacing of windows, doors and other openings. 6. Towers, chimneys, roof structures, flagpoles, radio and television antennae. 7. Landscaping, parking area design and traffic circulation. 8. Location height and standards of exterior illumination. 9. Location and appearance of equipment ocated outside of an enclosed structure. 10. Location and method of refuse storage. 11 Physical relationship of proposed structures to existing structures in the neighborhood. 12. Appearance and design relationship of proposed structures to existing structures and possible future structures in the neighborhood and public thoroughfares. 13. Development Guidelines and criteria as adopted by the City Council. G. The proposed project will not have a negative effect on the surrounding property owners, or impact the availability of public, emergency or maintenance access to the residential site. H. The proposed fencing is compatible with the existing fencing within the tract and will not be a detriment to the public, health, safety, welfare and aesthetics of the community. I. As conditioned, public pedestrian access to the site would be maintained since no locking devices for the pedestrian gates would be installed at the main access gate from Pioneer Way. Limiting pedestrian access to the site at the Resolution No. 3746 Administrative Adjustment 00-001, Design Review 00-024 September 25, 2000 Page 3 main gate would require an amendment of conditions of approval for Tract Map 14396. 4 J. Estate residential developments typically allocate a larger 5 area to the main entrance. Considering the width and area 6 of the entrance gate, the proposed nine (9) foot pilasters and wrought iron fencing would complement the scale and size ? of the vehicular gates, s K. That pursuant to Section 3.13.2 of the East Tustin Specific 9 Plan and Section 9299(C)(3) of the Tustin City Code, there are special circumstances regarding the size, configuration, ~0 topography and surroundings of the subject property in that n the project site is located within the East Tustin Specific Plan Hillside District and comprised of steep slopes and grades. . ~2 The increased height of the entry pilasters and fencing is ~3 necessary to ensure their effectiveness in directing access to the gated community given the sloped configuration of the ~4 entry area. In addition, granting the adjustment would not be a grant of special privileges in that other properties in the ~5 vicinity with similar site constraints have been granted ~6 similar adjustments. ~? L. Public access to Lot 47 (Pioneer Middle School Site) ~s through Lot L would remain unchanged. ~9 M As conditioned, access for maintenance and utility easements would be maintained at Lot F. The applicant would be 20 responsible for recordation of easements for Lot F to the 2~ satisfaction of the easement holders and weed abatement of the natural open space areas on continual basis. 22 N. As conditioned, fencing across Lot F would not impede 23 drainage. The applicant would be responsible for inspection 24 and maintenance of the drainage channels. 25 O: As conditioned, the applicant would be responsible for costs 26 associated with any necessary code enforcement action. 27 P. The project is categorically exempt (Class 1) pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Quality Act. 29 Q. The Planning Commission finds that the requirement for the installation of bollards at the base of Lot F as shown on the private street improvement plans for Tract 14396 is the functional equivalent of requiring open access at a Resolution No. 3746 Administrative Adjustment 00-001, Design Review 00-024 September 25, 2000 ' Page 4 secondary access location and that open access at Lot F should be preserved and maintained. Installation of locking devices to limit pedestrian access would require comprehensive analysis of pedestrian circulation of the areas affected by this change and an amendment to the conditions of approval of Resolution 3539 for Tract Map 14396 or the East Tustin Specific Plan would be required. II. The Planning Commission hereby approves Administrative Adjustment 00-001 and Design Review 00-024 authorizing installation of two (2) nine (9) feet tall pilasters, add [tion of wrought iron fencing to an existing stone veneer wall for an overall height of nine (9) feet and two pedestrian gates at the main entrance to the project on Hannaford Drive and installation of a six (6) foot tall wrought iron fencing across an open paved and landscaped area approximately 200 feet north of the terminus of Township of Drive (Lots F and S), subject to the conditions contained within Exhibit A, attached hereto. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin at a regular meeting held on the 25TH day of September, 2000. ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary Resolution No. 3746 Administrative Adjustment 00-001, Design Review 00-024 September 25. 2000 Page 5 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) 3 COUNTY OF ORANGE ) 4 CITY OF TUSTIN ) 5 I, ELIZABETH A. BINSACK, the undersigned, hereby certify that I am the Recording Secretary of the F'lanning Commission of the City of Tustin, California; that F~esolution No. 3746 passed and adopted at a regular ? meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the 25th day of September, 2000. n ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary 12 13 ]4 16 l? 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 EXHIBIT A RESOLUTION NO. 3746 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT 00-001 AND DESIGN REVIEW 00-024 GENERAL (1) 1.1 The proposed use shall substantially conform with the submitted plans for the project date stamped September 25, 2000, 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) 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) 1.3 The subject project approval shall become null and void unless permits for the proposed project are issued and substantial construction is underway within eighteen (18) months of the date of this Exhibit. Time extensions may be considered if a written request is received by the Community Development Department within thirty (30) days prior to expiration. (1) 1.4 Approval of Administrative Adjustment 00-001 and Design Review 00-024 is contingent upon the applicant signing and returning an "Agreement to Conditions Imposed" form as established by the Director of Community Development. (1) 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 of this project. (1) 1.6 Any violation of any of the conditions imposed is subject to the imposition of a civil penalty of $100.00 for each violation and each day the violation exists. (1) 1.7 The applicant shall be responsible and agrees to pay for costs associated with any necessary code enfomement action. SOURCE CODES (1) STANDARD CONDITION (5) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENT (2) CEQA MITIGATION (6) LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES (3) UNIFORM BUILDING CODE/S (7) PCICC POLICY '(4) DESIGN REVIEW *** EXCEPTION Exhibit A Resolution 3746 September 25, 2000 Page 2 (1) 1.8 All conditions of approval of Tract 14396 and 15563 are incorporated by reference and shall continue to apply unless herein modified. USE RESTRICTIONS (1) 2.1 Open pedestrian access at the main entrance from Pioneer Way and across Lots F and S shall be provided at all times. No locking devices may be installed on pedestrian gates. (1) 2.2 A knox box for emergency and utility access (Orange County Flood Control District, and Irvine Ranch Water District) shall be provided at the gated access across LorE. (*) 2.3 The wrought iron fencing across Lots F and S shall not restrict maintenance access to the natural landscaped areas. The applicant shall provide effective weed abatement of natural landscaped areas on a continual and as needed basis without notification from the City of Tustin. (*) 2.4 All easements shall be recorded for Lot F of Tract Map 15563 within ten (10) days from approval of the project. Paved roads to the pressure reducing station and manhole within Lot F shall be provided as required by IRWD. In addition, the easement shall be recorded with provisions regarding acceptable landscaping and paving standards within the easement areas. The applicant shall submit approval of the easement holders pdor to issuance of a building permit and installation of any landscaping and fencing. (*) 2.5 Installation of the fence across Lot F shall not interrupt, drainage, utilities access, and or maintenance access from Township Drive and Hoxie Drive. The fence shall be installed as shown on the approved plans and shall not obstruct any portions of the concrete swales. The drainage channels shall be inspected and maintained free of debris by the homeowners maintenance association at all times. (*) 2.6 Public information signs (trespassing, security, etc;) installed on fencing or other structure visible from Pioneer Way or Township Drive shall be designed with size, color and materials that complement the design · features of Tract 15563 and the neighborhood subject to review and approval of the Community Development Department. (4) 2.7 To insure that the proposed fence along Lots S and F is compatible with the surrounding area, the applicant shall coordinate with the Community Development Department and IRWD to remove pavement and install landscaping, to the greatest extent feasible, in the areas that are not required for IRWD access. Said plans shall be provided to the Community Development Depa~ment for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. Exhibit A Resolution 3746 September 25, 2000 Page 3 (4) 2.8 The wrought iron fence across Lots F and S shall be relocated and painted a natural color to complement landscaping subject to final approval by the Community Development Department. PLAN SUBMITTAL (1) 3.1 At plan check, submit seven (7) sets of construction plans, two (2) sets of structural calculations prepared by a licensed engineer/architect. No field changes shall be made without corrections submitted to and approved by the Community Development Department. (1) 3.2 At the time of building permit application, the plans shall comply with the 1998 California Building Code (CBC), 1998 California Electrical Code, City Ordinances, and S~ate and Federal laws and regulations. A. Building plan check submittal shall include the following: · Seven (7) sets of construction plans, including drawings for electrical. · Two (2) copies of structural calculations. ' · Elevations that include all proposed dimensions, materials, colors, finishes. · Details for the stone wrought iron fe?cing, pilasters and gates. (1) 3.3 Indicate on the title sheet the applicable codes, City, state and federal laws and regulations to include: · 1997 Uniform Building Code with California Amendments · 1996 National Electrical Code with California Amendments · Califomia Title 24 Accessibility Regulations · City of Tustin Grading and Security Ordinance · City of Tustin Landscaping and Irrigation Guidelines · City of Tustin Pdvate Improvements Standards (1) 3.4 Prior to issuance of any permits, payment shall be made of all applicable fees, including but not limited to the following: · Building Plan Check and Permit Fees · Orange County Fire Authority Plan Check and permit Fees (1) 3.5 The Administrative Adjustment authorizes a twenty percent (20%) increase in the overall height of the pilasters. The applicant shall reduce the height of pilasters to nine (9) feet maximum in height. Exhibit A Resolution 3746 September 25, 2000 Page ~. NOISE (1) 4.1 All construction operations, including engine warm-up and' deliveries of matedais and equipment, shall be subject to the provisions of the Tustin Noise Ordinance and shall take place only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, unless otherwise determined by the Building Official. (5) 4.2 Construction hours shall be cleady posted on the project site to the satisfaction of the Building Official. (1) 4.3 All requirements of the City's Noise Ordinance shall be met at all times. FEES (1) 5.1 Prior to issuance of any building permits or sign permits payment shall be made of all applicable fees, including but not limited to the following. Payment shall be required based upon those rates in effect at the time of · payment and are subject to change. A. Building plan check and permit fees to the Community Development Department based on the most current schedule. B. Orange County Fire Authority plan check and inspection fees to the Community Development Department based upon the most current schedule. (1) ~i.2 Within forty-eight (48)' hours of approval of the subject project, the applicant shall deliver to the Community Development Department, a cashiers check payable to the COUNTY CLERK in the amount of $43.00 (forty three dollars) to enable the City to file the appropriate environmental documentation for the project. If within such forty-eight (48) hour pedod 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 Califomia Environmental Quality Act could be significantly lengthened.