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Report to the
Planning Commission
DATE:
SUBJECT:
APPLICANT:
PROPERTY
OWNER:
LOCATION:
ZONING:
OCTOBER 24, 2005
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 05-029
FLOYD COMPANY
ATTN: RAYMOND FLOYD
3 CORPORATE PARK #250
IRVINE, CA 92606
FISHER AND LESTER CO.
L&M PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
ATTN: BILL MUNCE
1810 NEWPORT BLVD, SUITE C
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
12932 NEWPORT AVENUE
RETAIL COMMERCIAL (100 C110,000)
ENVIRONMENTAL
STATUS: THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 (9)
(CLASS 1) OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
ACT (CEQA).
TO ESTABLISH A MASTER SIGN PROGRAM THAT DEVIATES
FROM THE SIGN CODE FOR THE TUSTIN CROSSINGS
COMMERCIAL CENTER
REQUEST:
RECOMMENDATION
That the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit 05-029 by adopting
Resolution No. 4001.
BACKGROUND
On March 21, 2005, the Zoning Administrator approved Design Review 04-030 for the
remodeling and parking lot reconfiguration of the Tustin Crossings commercial center.
Pursuant to Tustin City Code (TCC) Section 9403g, a master sign plan is required for
multi-tenant centers. Master sign plans that comply with the provisions of the sign code
are processed administratively. However, since the proposed master sign plan deviates
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from the sign code, TCC Section 9403h2(e) requires that the Planning Commission
review a conditional use permit for the proposed master sign plan.
Site and Surrounding Properties
The project site is located within the City's Retail Commercial (C1) Zoning District and
Community Commercial General Plan land use designation. The center is north of Old
Irvine Boulevard, south of a convenience store and multi-family residences, east of
Newport Avenue and Lafayette Plaza, and west of a bowling alley (Attachment A -
Location Map).
Center Design/Architecture
The center is oriented such that the buildings are setback from adjacent streets and the
parking lot is in front of the buildings. The center is undergoing a remodel to reflect
architecture having French and Spanish influences to blend in with the oil lube building
adjacent to the site and Plaza Lafayette across Newport Avenue. The center redesign
provides for a sign band that spans above an arcade covering the tenant spaces and
faces onto Newport Avenue (Attachment B - Project Plans).
DISCUSSION
Wall Sign Design Guidelines/Requirements
With the exception of the one (1) major tenant for the center, all tenant wall signs would
have halo illumination behind black aluminum channel letters with minor exceptions
possible through property owner authorization. The major tenant would not be limited to
black letters and would be allowed to utilize internally illuminated channel letters behind
Plexiglas. Various logos and type styles would be permitted for all tenant wall signs.
Tenant signs would be allowed in up to two (2) lines, but the maximum sign height for
non-major tenants would be one (1) and a half feet. The maximum sign length would not
exceed 75 percent of any storefront length. All minor tenant signs would be required to
be centered above their respective tenant spaces. The major tenant would be permitted
to have two (2) signs with two (2) foot high letters, and the maximum sign length would
not be permitted to exceed 75 percent of any storefront length. The Tustin Sign Code
allows each tenant one primary on-building sign of up to 75 square feet and a secondary
sign up to 25 square feet when the building faces two street or parking areas. However,
the applicant is requesting two (2) on-building signs that are approximately 43 square feet
each. As indicated in the findings section of the report, staff feels that the sign code
exception is appropriate for the major tenant. Staff has provided Condition 2.3 to ensure
that the major tenant signs could not exceed 75 square feet which is the maximum
amount of wall sign area permitted by the sign code.
Prohibited Signs
The master sign program proposes prohibited signs for the center that coincide with the
Tustin Sign Code. However, not all prohibited signs of the sign code are identified in the
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master sign plan. Condition 2.4 would ensure that all prohibited signs of the sign code
are also prohibited for the center.
Monument Sign Specifications
The proposed center identification and tenant directory combined monument sign is
proposed in a landscape area adjacent to the Newport Avenue right-of-way and would
consist of a five (5) foot high stone veneer base that supports a six (6) foot high area for
four (4) individual minor tenant signs below a four (4) foot high major tenant sign. Overall
the monument sign, including the base and decorative wood trim accessories, would be
17.5 feet tall and 10.5 feet wide. The sign code limits monument signs to six (6) feet tall
unless otherwise approved by the Planning Commission through the conditional use
permit process. Staff feels that the proposed sign height is appropriate for the center as
stated in the findings section of this report.
The total proposed sign area is 100 square feet and includes a 10 square foot center
identification sign on the sign base, 54 square feet of sign area in the center for four (4)
minor tenants, and 36 square feet on top for the major tenant. The signs would consist
of backlit aluminum panels with pushed through text. The sign code limits tenant
directory signs to 75 square feet of sign area unless otherwise approved by the
Planning Commission through the conditional use permit process. Each individual
minor tenant sign on the monument sign would be 13 and one-half square feet in area
and the major tenant would be 36 square feet. The sign code limits each individual
tenant to six (6) square feet of sign area. Staff feels that the proposed sign area and
increased tenant sign area on the monument sign is appropriate for the center as stated
in the findings section of this report.
FINDINGS
In determining whether to approve the Conditional Use Permit, staff has prepared the
findings below that the Planning Commission may use to determine that the proposed
master sign program will not be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort, and
general welfare of the persons residing in or working in the neighborhood, and that the
master sign program will not be injurious or detrimental to property or improvements in the
vicinity, or to the welfare of the City. Should the Planning Commission choose to deny
the proposal or any aspects of the proposal, alternative findings would need to be
provided which staff would need to return to the Planning Commission in a revised
resolution at a later date.
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the request based upon the
following findings:
1)
Section 9403g and Section 9404b6 of the Tustin City Code provides for the
adoption of master sign programs and allows for deviations from standards
contained in the Tustin Sign Code provided that the project is located within a
center with at least thirty thousand (30,000) square feet of building area. Gateway
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Plaza meets the criteria in that it contains approximately 30,400 square feet for
commercial uses and is located within a center.
2)
The proposed secondary on-building wall sign for the major tenant which is over
25 square feet would be compatible with the scale of the buildings in that the sign
will be of a size scalable to the tenant's building street frontage; the secondary sign
faces a secondary arterial street; the sign will be located below the roof line; the
sign is the only wall sign proposed that would not be consistent with the Tustin
Sign Code; the sign would not detract from the building architecture; and, the
tenant occupies 15,000 square feet of floor area which, if divided into two (2)
spaces, could result in the same amount of sign area as requested except it
would be for two (2) separate tenants.
3)
The establishment of the 17.5 foot high monument sign is appropriate for the
center given that it is the only tenant directory sign for the center; no monument
sign is proposed to face Old Irvine Boulevard; the sign would be constructed of
comparable colors and high quality materials that match the remodeled center; the
sign would incorporate center identification on the sign base; the sign would not be
located anywhere near a traffic visual obstruction area; the sign is close to the
height of a sign recently approved by the Planning Commission for Lafayette
Center across the street; and, the sign would replace a sign of comparable height
that is currently utilized by the center but requires removal in association with a
City-initiated Newport Avenue widening project.
4)
The increased tenant sign area on the monument sign is appropriate in that the
applicant is not proposing a sign for each tenant in the center on the sign which
results in less sign clutter; provides greater visibility to major tenant signs to draw
persons into the center and results in exposure to businesses not identified on the
sign; and, provides for larger font sizes making identified tenants visible from a
greater distance to vehicular customers.
Sign size and placement restrictions of the Tustin Sign Code and the intent and
purpose of the sign regulations for the, Retail Commercial Zone District are
followed as closely as practicable in that the total area of on-building signs
proposed does not exceed what is customary for a commercial center nor what
could be allowed by the sign code were smaller tenant spaces proposed. The
proposed monument sign is practicable given that the sign code allows for
deviations to the code, only one monument sign is requested, and a sign for the
commercial center across the street approximates the same height.
There are special circumstances unique to the property to justify variations from
the Tustin Sign Code in that the center sign would replace a sign of comparable
height that is currently utilized by the center but requires removal in association
with a City-initiated Newport Avenue widening project.
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Granting of the permit will not have a negative impact on surrounding properties,
would promote public health, safety, welfare and aesthetics of the community,
and would meet the findings and intent of the Tustin Sign Code in that
implementation of the Master Sign Plan will prevent the signage from becoming
non-conforming or dilapidated in that, as conditioned, the master sign plan would
ensure that the property owner carries out the necessary repairs and maintenance
of the center's signs. Furthermore, the sign program promotes an orderly and
efficient distribution of signs for the center while, at the same time, prevents the
proliferation of unnecessary signs in the center. All proposed signs comply with
visual clearance requirements of the Tustin City Code.
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Assistant Community evelopment Director
Attachments:
Attachment A - Location Map
Attachment B - Submitted Plans
Attachment C - Resolution No. 4001
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A TT A CHMENT A
LOCA TI 0 N MAP
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 05-029
12932 NEWPORT AVENUE
A TT ACHMENT B
SUBMITTED PLANS
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PROJEG DIREGORY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Project Directory 1
Submittals & Approvals 2
Design Guidelines 3
Prohibited Signs 3
Fabrication Requirements 4
SIGN TYPE SCHEDULE
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SUBMITTALS & APPROVALS
There is a formal process for the creation, review
and approval ofTenant signs at Tustin Crossings.
All Tenant signage is subject to the Owner's, or
their managing agent (hereinafter referred to as
"Owner"), written approval. Approval will be
granted based on the following:
1. Design, fabrication and method of
installation of all signs shall conform to
this sign program.
2. Proposed signage is in harmony with
adjacent signage conditions and
conforms with the design standards for
Tustin Crossings.
A. SUBMITTAL TO OWNER:
Tenant shall submit three (3) copies of
detailed shop drawings to Owner for
approval prior to permit submittal or sign
fabrication. Sign drawings are to be
prepared by a California licensed sign
contractor. All signs must conform to the
requirements of City of Tustin Planning
Division.
Submittals shall include the following:
1. STOREFRONT ELEVATION:
Scaled elevation of Tenant's storefront
depicting the proposed sign design and
all the dimensions as they relate to the
Tenant's storefront.
2. SHOP DRAWINGS:
Fully dimensioned and scaled shop
drawings specifying exact dimensions,
copy layout, type styles, materials, colors,
means of attachment, illumination,
electrical specifications, and all other
details of construction. Section through
letter and/or sign panel showing the
dimensioned projection ofthe face ofthe
letter or sign panel and the illumination.
3. SAMPLE BOARD:
Provide a sample board showing colors,
materials, including building fascia, letter
faces, trim cap, returns, and other
details.
If shop drawings are denied, Tenant must
resubmit revised plans until Owner's approval is
obtained. Request to implement signs that vary
from the provisions of this sign program will be
submitted to the Owner for approval and then
submitted to City of Tustin Planning Division for
approval. The Owner may approve signs that
depart from the specific provisions and
constraints of this sign program in order to:
a. Encourage exceptional design.
b. Accommodate imaginative, unique and
tasteful signs that capture the spirit and
intent of this sign program.
c. Mitigate problems in the application of
this sign program.
B. SUBMITTAL TO County:
A full set of plans must be approved and
stamped by the Owner prior to permit
application. Tenant or their Sign Contractor
must submit to City of Tustin Planning
Division, and will be responsible for all
applicable applications, permit fees for the
Planning Division.
Tenant and their Sign Contractor will not be
permitted to commence installation of the
exterior sign unless all of the following
conditions have been met:
1. A stamped set of final drawings reflecting
the Owner's and City's approval shall be on
file in the Owner's office.
2. All sign contractors must be fully insured
and approved by Owner prior to
installation. Owner must receive the Sign
Contractor's Certificate of Insurance.
3. The Owner must be notified 48 hours in
advance prior to sign installation.
C. INSTALLATION:
Tenant's Sign Contractor shall install required
signage within 45 days after approval of shop
drawings, but in no event later than 10 days
after opening for business. If signage is not in
place by that date, Owner may order sign
fabrication and installation on Tenant's behalf
and at the Tenant's expense.
D. TENANT'S RESPONSIBILITY:
The Owner may, at their sole discretion and at
the Tenant's expense, correct, replace, or remove
any sign that is installed without written
approval and/or that is deemed unacceptable
pertaining to this sign program.
If the Tenant chooses to change their exterior
sign at anytime during the term of their lease,
then Tenant must comply with the requirements
set forth herein and any future modifications,
revisions or changes which have been made to
this sign program for this center after the
execution of their lease agreement.
Tenant shall be ultimately responsible for the
fulfillment of all requirements and
specifications, including those of the Owner,
City, Uland the Uniform Electrical Code.
Tenant shall be responsible for the following
expenses relating to signage for their store:
-Design consultant fees (if applicable).
-100% of permit processing cost and
application fees.
-100% of costs for sign fabrication and
installation including review of shop
drawings and patterns.
- All costs relating to sign removal, including
repair of any damage to the building.
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DESIGN GUIDEUNES FOR EXTERIOR TENANT SIGNS
The purpose of establishing these design
guidelines is to ensure that each exterior sign
will contribute to the success of Tustin
Crossings. High quality halo illuminated
channel letter signage, which reflects the
integrityofthearchitecture, will be required.
A. ILLUMINATION:
- Halo illumination with neon or LED's.
- Channel letters with neon or LED's.
B. SIGN COLORS AND FINISHES:
All Tenants' colors must be approved by the
Owner prior to fabrication. To assist in
achieving a harmonious blend of color
throughout the center, the following
guidelines are to be adhered to:
-Sign colors should be selected to provide
sufficient contrast against building
background colors and be compatible with
them.
-Colors within each sign should be
compatible.
-Default return and face color to be black.
Exception may be made by Owner for
Tenants with sign standards that deviate
from this specification.
C. TYPE STYLES AND LOGOS:
The use of logos and distinctive type styles is
encouraged for all tenant signs. Tenants
may utilize their logo graphics and type
style, provided that they are compatible
with the architecture and approved by the
Owner. Type may be arranged in one (1) or
two (2) lines of letters and may consist of
upper and/or lower case letters.
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be outlined in this criteria for each sign
type. Notwithstanding the maximum
square footage specified for copy area
allowances, adequate amounts of visual
open space shall be provided around wall
signs so that they appear balanced and in
scale in relation to their backgrounds.
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PROHIBITED EXTERIOR TENANT SIGNS
Only those signs types provided herein and
specifically approved in writing by the
Owner will be allowed. The following signs
are prohibited:
. Outdoor advertising or advertising
structures.
. Roofsigns.
. Freestanding signs, except as provided in
this text.
. Animated, audible or moving signs: Signs
which move, swing, rotate, flash, except
as provided in this text.
. Vehicle Signs: Signs affixed or on trucks,
automobiles, trailers and other vehicles
which advertise, identify or provide
direction to a use or activity not related to
its rightful use, are prohibited.
. Off premise signs: (other than directional
signs) installed for the purpose of
advertising a project, event, person or
subject not related to the premises upon
which said sign is located. Such sign may
be allowed upon City and Owner
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The fabrication and installation of all signs
shall be subject to the following
restrictions:
A. All signs to consist of individual halo
illuminated channel letters fabricated
from minimum 0.063 aluminum.
Letter return depth to be 3 112 inches
deep. All letters to have 3/16-inch thick
clear Lexan back lenses and minimum
two (2) 1/4-inch diameter weep holes
drilled in bottom of each. Letters to be
installed pin-mounted 1-1/2 inches off
building fascia. Logo fabrication and
illumination to match that of letters.
B. All signs shall be fabricated and
installed with UL approved
components in compliance with all
applicable building and electrical codes
and permits.
C. Sign manufacture shall supply a UL
label, as required by local authorities, in
an inconspicuous location. In no case
shall any manufacture's label be visible
from the street from normal viewing
angles.
D. Sign permit stickers shall be affixed to
thetopedge of signs.
E. Signs shall be made of durable rust
inhibited materials that are appropriate
and complementary to the building.
F. All formed metal (i.e. letterforms) shall
be fabricated using full weld
construction.
G. All signs shall be fabricated and
installed with no visible screws, seams,
rivets, or fastening devices. Finished
surfaces shall be free from "oil
canning"or warping.
H. Separate all ferrous and non-ferrous
metals. Stainless steel fasteners shall be
used to secure ferrous to non-ferrous
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I. Threaded rods or anchor bolts shall be
used to mount sign letters that are
spaced off from the wall or
background. Mounts consist of all
thread post and spacer sleeves for
consistency. Spacers painted to match
building color. All bolts and mounting
devices shall consist of porcelain
finished iron, stainless steel, aluminum
or carbon bearing steel with painted
finish. No black iron will be permitted.
Angle clips attached to letter sides will
not be permitted.
J. Paint colors and finishes must be
reviewed and approved by the Owner.
Color coatings shall match exactly the
specified colors on the approved plans.
K. All sign finishes shall be free of dust,
orange peel, drips, and runs. Finishes
should have uniform coverage and be
of the highest quality (e.g., Matthews
Paint Company (800) 323-6593).
L. Neon tubing shall be 12-13mm, EGL or
equal. Neon transformers shall be 30
MA. All lighting must match the exact
specifications of the approved shop
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Sign length not to exceed seventy-five percent (75%) of the width of the elevation.
Maximum letter height shall not exceed eighteen inches (18") and overall sign height or logo
height shall not exceed two (2) feet.
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MATERIALS: Matte white vinyl letters on entry glass.
COPY:
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Tenant Entry Info 12" x 12".
Tenant name! logo 15"x18".
SIGN AREA:
2.875 sq. Ft. maximum sign area.
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ILLUMINATION: Neon and flourescent lamps
QUANTITY:
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MATERIALS:
Aluminum Panel with silk-screened or vinyl graphics.
Mounted to 2" alum. square post painted project color.
QUANTITY:
(6) Six
SIGN AREA:
5'-9" maximum height.
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Unauthorized vehicles not displaying
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plates Issued for physically handicapped
persons will be towed away at owners
expense. CVC22511.8
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permission. All vehicles must park
only in places designated for parking.
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QUANTITY:
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COLORS:
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Single faced aluminum panel.
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project color.
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ATTACHMENT C
RESOLUTION NO. 4001
RESOLUTION NO. 4001
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 05-029 TO ESTABLISH A MASTER
SIGN PLAN FOR THE TUSTIN CROSSINGS COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED
AT 12932 NEWPORT AVENUE WHICH IS AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
OLD IRVINE BOULEVARD AND NEWPORT AVENUE. THE MASTER SIGN
PLAN DEVIATES FROM THE TUSTIN SIGN CODE WITH A 17.5 FOOT TALL,
100 SQUARE FOOT CENTER IDENTIFICATIONfTENANT DIRECTORY
MONUMENT SIGN; FOUR (4) MINOR TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
WITHIN THE MONUMENT SIGN THAT ARE 13.5 SQUARE FEET EACH; A 36
SQUARE FOOT MAJOR TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGN WITHIN THE
MONUMENT SIGN; AND, A SECONDARY ON-BUILDING SIGN OVER 25
SQUARE FEET FOR THE MAJOR TENANT.
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 05-029, was filed by the
Floyd Company, requesting authorization to establish a master sign plan for
the Tustin crossings commercial center located at 12932 Newport Avenue
which is at the northeast corner of Old Irvine Boulevard and Newport
Avenue. The master sign plan deviates from the Tustin Sign Code with a
17.5 foot tall, 100 square foot, center identification/tenant directory
monument sign; four (4) minor tenant identification signs within the
monument sign that are 13.5 square feet each; a 36 square foot major
tenant identification sign within the monument sign; and, a secondary on-
building sign over 25 square feet for the major tenant.
B.
That the proposed master sign plan is consistent with the Tustin General
Plan in that the property is designated as "Community Commercial" and
allows for commercial 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 General Plan and has been determined to be consistent
with the Air Quality Sub-Element in that the addition of signs will not affect air
quality.
C.
The project is located within the Retail Commercial "C1" zoning district where
signs supporting permitted uses in centers are allowed with a master sign
program.
D.
That a public hearing was duly called, noticed, and held for said application
on October 24, 2005, by the Planning Commission.
E.
As conditioned, the proposed use will not be detrimental to the health, safety,
morals, comfort, and general welfare of the persons residing in or working in
the neighborhood in that:
Resolution No. 4001
Page 2
Finding for Authorization to Approve the Master Sign Plan with Deviations
from the Sign Code
1)
Section 9403g and Section 9404b6 of the Tustin City Code provides
for the adoption of master sign programs and allows for deviations
from standards contained in the Tustin Sign Code provided that the
project is located within a center with at least thirty thousand (30,000)
square feet of building area. Gateway Plaza meets these criteria in
that it contains approximately 30,400 square feet for commercial
uses and is located within a center. The proposed signs are
appropriate since Tustin Crossings is a large scale development with
large building masses that will contain services for residents and
businesses in and outside of the City of Tustin.
Finding for Secondary On-building Sign over 25 Square Feet
2)
The proposed secondary on-building wall sign for the major tenant
which is over 25 square feet would be compatible with the scale of
the buildings in that the sign will be of a size scalable to the tenant's
building street frontage; the secondary sign faces a secondary
arterial street; the sign will be located below the roof line; the sign is
the only wall sign proposed that would not be consistent with the
Tustin Sign Code; the sign would not detract from the building
architecture; and, the tenant occupies 15,000 square feet of floor
area which, if divided into two (2) spaces, could result in the same
amount of sign area as requested except it would be for two (2)
separate tenants.
Monument Sign Findings
3)
The establishment of eight foot high monument signs is appropriate
for the center given that it is the only tenant directory sign for the
center which faces onto primary and secondary arterial streets; the
sign would be constructed of comparable colors and high quality
materials that match the remodeled center, the sign would
incorporate center identification on the sign base; the sign would not
be located anywhere near a traffic visual obstruction area; the sign is
close to the height of a sign recently approved by the Planning
Commission for Lafayette Center across the street; and, the sign
would replace a sign of comparable height that is currently utilized by
the center but requires removal in association with a City-initiated
Newport Avenue widening project.
Resolution No. 4001
Page 3
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
The increased tenant sign area on the monument sign is appropriate
in that the applicant is not proposing a sign for each tenant in the
center on the sign which results in less sign clutter; provides greater
visibility to major tenant signs to draw persons into the center and
results in exposure to businesses not identified on the sign; and,
provides for larger font sizes making identified tenants visible from a
greater distance to vehicular customers.
General Master Sign Plan Findings
Sign size and placement restrictions of the Tustin Sign Code and
the intent and purpose of the sign regulations for the Retail
Commercial Zone District are followed as closely as practicable in
that the total area of on-building signs proposed does not exceed
what is customary for a commercial center nor what could be
allowed by the sign code were smaller tenant spaces proposed.
The proposed monument sign is practicable given that the sign
code allows for deviations to the code, only one monument sign is
requested for the 30,000 square foot center and a sign for the
commercial center across the street approximates the same height.
There are special circumstances unique. to the property to justify
variations from the Tustin Sign Code in that the center sign would
replace a sign of comparable height that is currently utilized by the
center but requires removal in association with a City-initiated
Newport Avenue widening project.
Granting of the permit will not have a negative impact on
surrounding properties in that the master sign plan serves as a
property improvement and prevents the proliferation of signs in the
center.
The master sign program promotes the public health, safety,
welfare and aesthetics of the community and that the granting of
the permit meets the findings and intent of the Tustin Sign Code in
that implementation of the Master Sign Plan will prevent the signage
from becoming non-conforming or dilapidated in that, as conditioned,
the master sign plan would ensure that the property owner carries
out the necessary repairs and maintenance of the center's signs.
Furthermore, the sign program promotes an orderly and efficient
distribution of signs for the center while, at the same time, prevents
the proliferation of unnecessary signs in the center. All proposed
signs comply with visual clearance requirements of the Tustin City
Code.
Resolution No. 4001
Page 4
F.
That this project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15304 (Class) of
the California Environmental Quality Act.
II.
The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 05-029 establishing a master sign
plan that includes a 17.5 foot tall, 100 square foot, center identification/tenant
directory monument sign; four (4) minor tenant identification signs within the
monument sign that are 13.5 square feet each; a 36 square foot major tenant
identification sign within the monument sign; and, a secondary on-building sign
over 25 square feet for the major tenant for the Tustin Crossings commercial center
located at 12932 Newport Avenue, 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 24th day of October, 2005.
JOHN NIELSEN
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; that Resolution No. 4001 was duly
passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the
24th day of October, 2005.
ELIZABETH A. BINSACK
Planning Commission Secretary
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 05-029
GENERAL
(1 )
1.1
(1 )
1.2
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1.3
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1.4
All signs shall substantially conform to the Master sign plan date stamped
October 24, 2005, 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 the Master Sign
Program during plan check if such modifications are to be consistent with
the provisions of the Tustin City Code and other applicable codes.
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 signs, subject to review and approval by the Community Development
Department.
Approval of Conditional Use Permit 05-029 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.
As a condition of approval of Conditional Use permit 05-029, the applicant
shall agree, at its sole cost and expense, to defend, indemnify, 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 filed 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 defense of any such action under this condition.
SOURCE CODES
(1) STANDARD CONDITION
(2) CEQA MITIGATION
(3) UNIFORM BUILDING CODEIS
(4) DESIGN REVIEW
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(5)
(6)
(7)
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY
REQUIREMENTS
LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES
PC/CC POLICY
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval
Resolution 4001
Cup 05-029
Page 2
(1 )
1.5
(1 )
1.6
(1 )
1.7
Any violation of any of the conditions imposed is subject to the payment of a
civil penalty of $100.00 for each violation, or such other amounts as the City
Council may establish by ordinance or resolution, and for each day the
violation exists, subject to the applicable notice, hearing, and appeal
process as established by the City Council ordinance.
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.
The applicant shall be responsible for costs associated with any necessary
code enforcement action, including attorney fees, subject to the applicable
notice, hearing, and appeal process as established by the City Council by
ordinance.
USE RESTRICTIONS
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2.3
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2.4
The monument sign shall contain the center identification, a maximum of
four (4) minor tenant identification signs, and a maximum of one (1) major
tenant identification sign, as defined in the Master Sign Program for the
center.
All signs within the center shall be maintained in good condition at all
times. New or replacement signs shall conform to the Master Sign
program and require sign permits from the City prior to sign installation.
On-building signs, including secondary signs for the major tenant, may not
exceed 75 square feet.
The sign prohibitions of Tustin City Code Sections 9401 to 9413 shall apply
to the subject commercial center in addition to any additional sign
prohibitions proposed under the master sign program.
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval
Resolution 4001
Cup 05-029
Page 3
FEES
(1 )(5) 3.1
(2)
3.2
Prior to issuance of any 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 permit plan check and permit fees to the Community
Development Department based on the most current schedule.
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 forty-
three dollars ($43.00) 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.