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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 4352 RESOLUTION NO. 4352 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2017-11 AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MASTER SIGN PLAN FOR THE FUTURE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION PARK (ATEP) TEMPORARY PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. 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 (CUP) 2017-11, was filed by Martin Neil of Caliber Signs & Imaging, Inc. to establish Temporary Project Identification Signs for the future Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP) site. B. That pursuant to Tustin City Code (TCC) Sections 9403h and 9403i, the proposed project requires the approval of a master sign plan through a CUP. The Planning Commission is the review authority for the CUP. A master sign plan is required for developments in specific plans, planned development and planned community districts, multi- use sites, multi-tenant centers and mixed-use districts in the City. The proposed Master Sign Plan is for signs within the future ATEP site. C. That the proposed Master Sign Plan is consistent with the Tustin General Plan in that the future ATEP site is designated as Planning Area 1 of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan, which is envisioned as the Education Village consisting of a broad mix of public-serving, office, and other non-residential uses and their supporting signs. In addition, the project has been reviewed for consistency with the Air Quality Sub- element of the City of Tustin's General Plan and has been determined to be consistent with the Air Quality Sub-element. D. That a public bearing was duly called, noticed, and held for said application on November 14, 2017, by the Planning Commission. E. That the establishment of the proposed Master Sign Plan will not, under the circumstances of this case, be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort, or general welfare of the persons residing or working in the neighborhood, nor be injurious or detrimental to the property and improvements in the neighborhood of the subject property, or to the general welfare of the City in that: 1. Pursuant to Section 3.194b. of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan, a master sign plan is required for developments within the Specific Plan area. The purpose of a master sign plan is to encourage coordinated and quality sign design (integrated with the architectural style of the project) on sites where a large number of signs will occur. Section 3.19.4b. of the Tustin Legacy Specific Resolution No. 4352 Page 2 Plan states that master sign plans may deviate from the standards of the Tustin Sign Code upon approval of a CUP. 2. Pursuant to Section 9403(h) of the TCC, a master sign plan is required for developments in specific plans, planned development and planned community districts, multi-use sites, multi-tenant centers and mixed-use districts. The proposed temporary project identification signs are within the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan and therefore a master sign plan is required. 3. The proposed Master Sign Plan proposes signs that are taller and larger than the Tustin Sign Code would allow. The requested deviation from the Tustin Sign Code is consistent with the context, scale, and objective of the signs, which is to provide project and site information to residents, business owners, and others. 4. Adequate sign standards are contained within the Master Sign Plan to reflect a common theme, incorporate design elements in terms of sizing, scale, massing, materials, letter styles, colors, illumination, sign type and sign shape to ensure that signage has been coordinated throughout the subject site. 5. The Master Sign Plan, as proposed, would not have an adverse impact on adjacent properties in that the signage design and locations have been oriented to minimize the overall number of signs while maximizing project identification for the subject site. 6. The scale and massing of the proposed signs are consistent with the size and scale of the site they identify and the overall development within the Tustin Legacy community. Signs would be appropriately visible and legible in terms of spacing and proportion of letters and details, and would not dominate the visual quality of the community. 7. The Traffic Engineering Division of the Public Works Department has reviewed the proposed Master Sign Plan and has concluded that, as conditioned, there will be no adverse traffic impacts resulting from the signs authorized by the proposed Master Sign Plan. F. This project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15311, Class 11 of the California Code of Regulations (Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act). This exemption is for the construction of accessory structures including on-premises signs. Resolution No, 4352 Page 3 11, The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 2117-11 a uill,o,izin, the establishment of the Master Sign Plan for the future ATEP Temporary Project Identification Signs pursuant to the Tustin City Sign Code, subject to the Conditions of Approval contained within Exhibit A, PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin at a regular meeting on the 141h day of November, 2017. Alt. 'RybtWTODD SMITH Chairperson ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF ORANGE CITY OF TUSTIN 1, Elizabeth A. B,insack, the undersigned, hereby certify that I am the Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Tustin, California and that Resolution No. 4352 was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission held on the 14th day of (November, 2017. PLANNING COMMISSIONER AYES: Kozak, Lumbard, Th6mpson PLANNING COMMISSIONER NOES: PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSTAINED, PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSENT: Masori, Smith & ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary EXHIBIT A RESOLUTION NO. 4352 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2017-11 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL GENERAL (1) 1.1 Signage shall conform with the submitted Master Sign Plan for the future Advanced Technology and Education Park (ATEP) Temporary Project Identification Signs, date stamped November 14, 2017, on file with the Community Development Department. The Director of Community Development may approve modifications to the Master Sign Plan that are consistent with the intent of the Tustin City Sign Code. Such modifications shall be accompanied with findings to support said decision. (1) 1.2 All conditions in this Exhibit shall be complied with subject to review and approval by the Community Development Department. SIGNS (1) 2.1 Approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2017-11 is for future ATEP Temporary Project Identification Signs while the project site is undergoing planning and construction. All signs shall be removed upon completion of the project. (1) 2.2 A sign permit shall be applied for and obtained from the Community Development Department prior to constructing, erecting, altering, replacing, moving, or painting any sign, except for signs exempt from a permit according to the Tustin Sign Code. Permit applications shall be accompanied by information as required for a standard sign plan or master sign plan, pursuant to the Tustin Sign Code. (1) 2.3 All temporary signs shall conform to the ATEP Temporary Master Sign Plan. (1) 2.4 All temporary signs shall be structurally safe and maintained in good condition at all times. The Community Development Director shall have the authority to order repair, replacement, or removal of any signs which constitute a hazard or nuisancd to the safety, health, or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, or obsolescence. (1) 2.5 All signs shall be constructed of a non-corrosive, rust-resistant finish so as not to degrade in adverse weather conditions. SOURCE CODES (1) STANDARD CONDITION (5) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENT (2) CEQA MITIGATION (6) LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES (3) CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE/S (7) PCICC POLICY (4) DESIGN REVIEW *** EXCEPTION Exhibit A Resolution No. 4273 Page 2 (1) 2.6 No signs shall be placed within the public right-of-way unless approved by the City. (1) 2.7 The applicant shall not alter the condition of or construct any improvements or structures within the public Tight-of-way without the approval of the City's Public Works Department. (1) 2.8 The locations for all signs shall comply with the City of Tustin Guidelines for Determining Sign Location Visual Clearance and Public Safety Areas. Signs shall not be placed in a manner that will obstruct or inhibit sight distance or visibility for the motorist. At plan check submittal, all signs shall be clearly identified on plans as to the exact locations. Any signs that could impact driver sight shall be shown at a larger scale that will be adequate for plan check purposes. (3) 2.9 At the time of building permit application, the plans shall comply with the current edition of the code, City Ordinances, State, Federal laws, and other regulations as adopted by the City Council of the City of Tustin.