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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 4354 RESOLUTION NO. 4354 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2017-17 AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MASTER SIGN PLAN FOR FOOTHILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER LOCATED AT 14642 TO 14662 NEWPORT AVENUE. The Planning Commission does hereby resolve as follows: 1. The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows: A. That a proper application, Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2017-17, was filed by Diane Brown, of Welltower Inc., to establish a Master Sign Plan for Foothill Regional Medical Center. B. Pursuant to Section 9403(h) of the TCC, a master sign plan is required for multi-tenant centers with the approval of a CUP from the Planning Commission. C. Pursuant to the TCC Sections 9411, all signage within the Public and Institutional (P&I) zoning district shall require the approval of a Master Sign Plan through a CUP and shall be subject to the review criteria identified in TCC Section 9403i. D. That the proposed Master Sign Plan is consistent with the Tustin General Plan in that Foothill Regional Medical Center is designated as Public and Institutional, which allows for hospitals 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. E. That a public hearing was duly called, noticed, and held for said application on November 28, 2017, by the Planning Commission. F. That 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 9403(h) of the TCC, a master sign plan is required for developments in specific plan, planned development and planned community districts, multi-use sites, multi-tenant centers and mixed use districts with the approval of a CUP from the Planning Commission. The Foothill Regional Medical Center is Resolution No. 4354 Page 2 a multi-tenant center and therefore meets the necessary threshold to allow signs throughout the center. 2. Pursuant to the TCC Sections 9411, all signage within the Public and Institutional (P&I) zoning district shall require the approval of a Master Sign Plan through a CUP and shall be subject to the review criteria identified in TCC Section 9403i. 3. That wall signage has been permitted through CUP 91.14 allowing for three (3) 100-square foot wall signs and CUP 2015-01 allowing for additional wall signage at the subject property. 4. As conditioned, the requested sign criteria is consistent with the context, scale, and objective of the sign program, which is to provide project and site information to patrons, motorists and others. 5. As conditioned, 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, sign type and sign shape to ensure that signage has been coordinated throughout the project site. 6. The signs proposed within the Master Sign Plan are typical of multitenant developments. Similar sign packages have been provided in the development of existing multitenant centers within the City. 7. As proposed, the signs would be compatible with the visual characteristics of the development in utilizing similar materials and design as seen within the center. 8. As conditioned, the scale and massing of the proposed signs (maximum sign area of 117 square feet for Sign Type EXT-A, maximum twelve (12) feet high for Sign Type EXT-B, maximum five (5) feet high for Sign Type EXT-C and maximum four (4) feet high for Sign Type EXT-D and EXT-E) are harmonious with the architecture of the buildings/structures on the site and are consistent with the size and scale of the site and the overall development. Signs shall be subject to safety and satisfy line of sight configurations as determined by the Community Development Department. 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 site. 9. 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 Resolution No. 4354 Page 3 resulting from the signs authorized by the proposed Master Sign Plan. GThis 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. II. The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 2017-17 establishing a Master Sign Plan for Foothill Regional Medical Center, 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 28th day of November, 2017, ..... RYDER TtDD SMITH Aftc/ 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 I am the Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Tustin, California and that Resolution No. 4354 was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission held on the 28th day of November, 2017, PLANNING COMMISSIONER AYES: Kozak, Lumbard, Mason, Smith, Thompson (5) PLANNING COMMISSIONER NOES: PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSTAINED: PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSENT: ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary EXHIBIT A RESOLUTION NO. 4354 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2017-17 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOOTHILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER MASTER SIGN PROGRAM GENERAL (1) 1.1 Signage shall substantially conform to the submitted Master Sign Plan for the project date stamped November 28, 2017, on file with the Community Development Department, 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 subsequent minor modifications to plans during plan check if such modifications are consistent with provisions of the Tustin City Code. (1) 1.2 Unless otherwise specified, the conditions contained in this Exhibit shall be complied with as specified, subject to review and approval by the Community Development Department. (1) 1.3 This approval shall become null and void unless the use is established within twelve (12) months of the date of this Exhibit. Time extensions may be granted if a written request is received by the Community Development Department within thirty (30) days prior to expiration. (1) 1.4 Approval of Conditional Use Permit 2017-17 is contingent upon the applicant and property owner signing and returning to the Community Development Department a notarized "Agreement to Conditions Imposed" form and the property owner signing and recording with the County Clerk-Recorder a notarized "Notice of Discretionary Permit Approval and Conditions of Approval" form. The forms shall be established by the Director of Community Development, and evidence of recordation shall be provided to the Community Development Department. (1) 1.5 Any violation of any of the conditions imposed is subject to the issuance of an Administrative Citation pursuant to Tustin City Code Section 1162(a). (1) 1.6 As a condition of approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2017-17, the applicant shall agree, at its sole cost and expense, to defend, indemnify, SOURCE CODES (1)STANDARD CONDITION (5) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENT (2) CEQA MITIGATION (6) LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES (3) BUILDING CODE (7) PC/CC POLICY (4) DESIGN REVIEW *** EXCEPTION Exhibit A Resolution No. 4354 Page 2 and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, agents, and consultants, from any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the City, its officers, agents, and employees, which seeks to attack, set aside, challenge, void, or annul an approval of the City Council, the Planning Commission, or any other decision-making body, including staff, concerning this project. The City agrees to promptly notify the applicant of any such claim or action fled against the City and to fully cooperate in the defense of any such action. The City may, at its sole cost and expense, elect to participate in the defense of any such action under this condition. (1) 1.7 The applicant shall be responsible for costs associated with any necessary code enforcement action, including attorney's fees, subject to the applicable notice, hearing, and appeal process as established by the City Council by ordinance. (1) 1.8 CUP 2017-17 may be reviewed annually or more often, if deemed necessary by the Community Development Department, to ensure compatibility with the area and compliance with the conditions contained herein. If the signs are not installed in accordance with CUP 2017-17, or are found to be a nuisance or negative impacts are affecting the surrounding tenants or neighborhood, the Community Development Director may impose additional conditions to eliminate the nuisance or negative impacts, or may initiate proceedings to revoke the Conditional Use Permit. (1) 1.9 Prior to the issuance of any sign permit, all on-site violations shall be corrected to the satisfaction of the Community Development Department. SIGNS *** 2.1 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, S) 2.2 All signs shall conform to the Foothill Regional Medical Center Master Sign Plan and revert to the City of Tustin Sign Code for any issues that remain silent in said master sign plan. Minor changes could be made if signs meet the spirit and intent of the Master Sign Plan and approved by the Community Development Department. Exhibit A Resolution No. 4354 Page 3 (1, 6) 2.3 Primary wall signs (EXT-A) shall be a maximum of 117 square feet in area for each sign. No more than one (1) shall be permitted per elevation. (1) 2.4 Directional signs shall be maximum four (4) feet high. *** 2.5 Existing pylon sign shall be removed prior to final inspection for proposed primary identification sign (EXT-13). *** 2.6 All 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 nuisance to the safety, health, or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, or obsolescence. *** 2.7 All signs shall be constructed of a non-corrosive, rust-resistant finish so as not to degrade in adverse weather conditions. *** 2.8 The locations for any 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 in proximity to the public right-of-way that could impact driver sight shall be shown at a larger scale that will be adequate for plan check purposes. Adequate sight distances at the public right-of-way accesses shall be provided. A site plan should show "limited use areas" that will facilitate the provision of adequate sight distance at the public right-of- way. (1) 2.9 Upon approval of a Master Sign Plan, CUP 91-14 and CUP 2015-01 shall become null and void and all new signage shall be subject to the approved Master Sign Plan for the center. *** 2.10 Prior to final approval of signs, all landscaping shall be restored and/or improved to the satisfaction of the Community Development Department. FEES (1) 3.1 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 fifty dollars ($50,00) 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 Exhibit A Resolution No. 4354 Page 4 provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act could be significantly lengthened.