HomeMy WebLinkAboutPH 1 USE PERMIT 82-27 10-04-82DATE:
October 4, 1982
PUBLIC HEARING NO. 1
Inter-Corn
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Honorable Chairman & Planning Agency
Community Development Department
Use Permit 82-27
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
A.F. McDonald
14982 Prospect Avenue (C-1 District)
Authorization to re-open an abandoned service station for the
sale of propane gas and automobile tune-up and lubrication
service. Also, the applicant is requesting to install a pole
sign on the corner of First Street and Prospect Avenue. The
Zoning Code requires use permit approval for service station
type activities and for the installation of pole signs.
BACKGROUND
Until a few months ago, the station was in use by an Exxon dealership.
new owner has already started a remodeling program by removing the
underground gas line tanks and repainting the building and canopy
structures.
The
DISCUSSION
A preliminary site plan was submitted with this application which indicates
the following:
1. The installation of two above-ground propane tanks (capacity not
indicated) eight feet from the property line off First and Prospect
under each canopy.
2. Parking spaces (9) have been delineated along the northern property
line.
3. Installation of a 25 square foot, double face sign to be mounted on an
existing pole near the corner of First and Prospect.
Outside of the work already accomplished, no other changes have been
proposed.
FIIOIN~S & CONCLUSIONS
1. The site, designed many years ago, does not encompass many design
amenities as required by current city standards. The site; however, is
sufficient in size to incorporate some desireable features.
Chairman & Planning Agency
October 4, 1982
Page 2
2. The above-ground propane tanks must be located at least ten feet from
any property or street right-of-way. The tanks, as proposed, would be
clearly visible from one of the City's major intersections. Staff
believes this to be an undesireable situation. Also, the Fire code
would require a protective barrier (posts, walls) around each tank.
3. Currently, design standards encourage the placement of work bay doors at
the rear of a service station. The bay doors on the existing structure
face the intersection.
4. In order to reduce traffic congestions at major street intersections, it
has been City policy to try and reduce the number of driveway cuts
adjacent to the corner. While the City Engineer has not recommended
this action, the closing of one or two driveways would allow for more
landscaped areas.
RECI~NDED ACTION
Staff believes this use has possibilities for this site. However, it is
felt that many more amenities and re-design concepts should be considered
before final approval. It is therefore recommended that the item be
continued to the next meeting in order to give the applicant and staff an
opportunity to improve on the plan.
Items which staff believes should be given serious consideration are as
follows:
1. Burial or relocation of the propane tanks. It is understood that burial
of propane tanks can be a rather extensive job. The tanks could be
located away from the canopy structure, out of site, behind protective
walls.
2. Extensive landscaping is needed along the street frontage. The interior
planters appear to be adequate in size but new plant material and
irrigation equipment is needed.
3. The work bay doors should be relocated to the rear of the building and
the existing doors facing the street should be walled up. This action
would necessitate relocation of the rear trash enclosure.
4. The repair and storage of vehicles and the display of merchandise
outside the building should be prohibited.
S. That the pole sign be provided with a decorative pole cover to match the
color and trim of the building.
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CARE CENTERS
INSTANT SERVICE
WORK GUARANTEED
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