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RESOLUTION NO. 4410
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 2020-0013 FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A MASTER
SIGN PLAN FOR SCHOOLSFIRST FEDERAL CREDIT
UNION OFFICE HEADQUARTERS CAMPUS.
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) 2020-0013,
was filed by Christina Quintero of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union,
requesting authorization to establish a master sign plan for the
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union office headquarters campus
located at 15332, 15336, 15432, 15442 Newport Avenue, 15222 Del
Amo Avenue, and 1200 Edinger Avenue.
B. That pursuant to Section 3.8.2. of the Pacific Center East Specific
Plan (SP-11) and Tustin City Code (TCC) Section 9403(h), a master
sign plan is required for all new developments in SP-11 , which include
the subject project area. In accordance with Section 3.8.5. of SP-11 ,
master sign plans may deviate from the standards upon approval of
a conditional use permit. The Planning Commission is the review
authority for the proposed conditional use permit in accordance with
Section 9404b.6 of the TCC.
C. That the proposed master sign plan is consistent with the Tustin
General Plan in that the property is designated as SP-11 and allows
for office uses and their supporting signs. In addition, the project has
been reviewed for consistency with the Air Quality Sub-element of the
City's General Plan and has been determined to be consistent with
the Air Quality Sub-element.
D. That a public hearing was duly called, noticed, and held for said
application on November 24, 2020, by the Planning Commission.
E. That the establishment of the proposed master sign plan will not 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 of Tustin in
that:
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1 . Pursuant to Section 3.8.2 of the Pacific Center East Specific Plan
(SP-11) and Tustin City Code Section 9403h, a master sign plan
is required for developments in SP-11 , which includes the subject
project area. In accordance with Section 3.8.5. of SP-11 , master
sign plans may deviate from the standards upon approval of a
conditional use permit.
2. 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.
3. The signs proposed within the master sign plan are unique and
appropriate for an office campus development of the size of the
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union campus.
4. As proposed, the signs would be compatible with the visual
characteristics of the development in utilizing similar materials
and design as seen within the community.
5. The Traffic Engineering Division of the Public Works Department
has reviewed the proposed Master Sign Plan and has concluded
that, as conditioned, the signs will be required to comply with sight
distance visual clearance to ensure no adverse traffic impacts
resulting from the authorized signs 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
construction of accessory structures including on-premise signs.
II. The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 2020-0013 authorizing
establishment of a master sign plan for the SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
subject to the conditions of approval contained within Exhibit A attached hereto.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin at a regular
meeting on the 24th day of November, 2020.
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Chairperson
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I, Justina L. Willkom, the undersigned, hereby certify that l am the Planning Commission
Secretary of the City of Tustin, California and that Resolution No. 4410 was duly passed
and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission held on the 24th day
of November, 2020.
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PLANNING COMMISSIONER NOES:
PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSTAINED:
PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSENT:
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JUSTINA L. WILLKOM
Planning Commission Secretary
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EXHIBIT A
RESOLUTION NO. 4410
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2020-0013
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
GENERAL
(1) 1.1 Signage shall substantially conform to the submitted Master Sign Plan for
the project date stamped November 24, 2020, 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 a sign permit is issued
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 (CUP) 2020-0013 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 CUP 2020-0013, 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 the defense
of any such action under this condition.
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(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.
MASTER SIGN PLAN
(1) 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) 2.2 All signs shall conform to the SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union office
headquarters campus 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.
(***) 2.3 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.
(***) 2.4 Landscaping shall be maintained so as not to obscure signs located in
landscape areas.
(1) 2.5 All signs shall be constructed of a non-corrosive, rust-resistant finish so as
not to degrade in adverse weather conditions.
(5) 2.6 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 purposed.
(***) 2.7 All monument signs and their foundation shall be constructed on private
property.
(5) 2.8 Sign illumination shall not constitute a traffic hazard or cause disruptive glare
to motorists and pedestrians. Sign illumination shall be confined to the
property. Sign illumination brightness levels shall be in compliance with
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Tustin Sign Code Section 9404g1e and subject to field inspection by the
Community Development Department— Planning Division.
PLAN SUBMITTAL
(5)(3) 3.1 At the time of building permit application, the plans shall comply with the
latest edition of the codes (2019 California Building Code, California
Electrical Code, and California Energy Codes), City Ordinances, State,
Federal laws, and regulations as adopted by the City Council of the City
of Tustin.
(1) 3.2 The applicant/contractor is required to submit a WRRP to the Public
Works Department. The WRRP must indicate how the applicant will
comply with the City's requirement (City Code Section 4351, et al) to
recycle at least 65% of the project waste material or the amount required
by the California Green Building Standards Code.
A. The applicant will be required to submit a $50.00 application fee
and a cash security deposit. Based on the review of the submitted
Waste Management Plan, the cash security deposit will be
determined by the Public Works Department in the following of five
(5) percent of the project's valuation as determined by the Building
Official, rounded to the nearest thousand. The deposit amount will
be collected in accordance with the Tustin City Code.
B. Prior to issuance of any permit, the applicant shall submit the
required security deposit in the form of cash, cashier's check,
personal check, or money order made payable to the "City of
Tustin".
FEES
(1) 4.1 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 provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act could be significantly lengthened.