HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/9/1999MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 9,1999
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Tye called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management Auditorium,
21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chairman Nelson.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairman Steve Tye, Vice Chairman Steve Nelson, and Commissioners George Kuo, and
Joe Ruzicka.
Commissioner McManus was excused.
Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager, Ann Lungu, Associate Planner, Linda Smith,
Development Services Assistant, Sonya Joe, Development Services Assistant, and
_._ Stella Marquez, Administrative Secretary.
MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. Minutes of October 26, 1999.
C/Ruzicka moved, C/Kuo seconded, to approve the minutes of October 26, 1999, as presented. Motion
carried 4-0 by Roll Call vote with C/McManus being absent.
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
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t. Comprehensive SiLn ProLram No. 99-5 (pursuant to Code Section 22.36.060) is a request to install two
wall signs and one monument sign.
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PROPERTY ADDRESS: 21680/21688 Gateway Center Drive (Lot 2, Tract 39679)
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
PROPERTY OWNER: Travelers Investment Group
201 North Civic Drive #245,
Walnut Creek, CA 94956
APPLICANT: Art Effects
27 Britton Drive
Bloomfield, CT 06002
DSA/Joe presented staff s report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Comprehensive
Sign Program No. 99-5, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution.
DSA/Joe explained to C/Kuo that the Gateway Corporate Center's architectural committee reviewed the
application and granted a sign variance for the proposed logo sign and concluded that it not exceed a height
of 9 feet.
C/Ruzicka asked for assurance that this variance would not set a precedent for future requests.
DCM/DeStefano responded that it will not because this is not a variance, but an architectural review of the"
signage program.
DCMIDeStefano indicated to Chair/Tye that the architectural committee was concerned about approving
the sign at the size requested by the developer as well as the deviation from the standards never
contemplating a logo of this size. Ultimately, the board approved the logo and then said that it shall be no
taller than nine (9) feet. The City could have approved the sign at the higher limit but wanted to be
consistent with the board of directors because staff believes it will be better in terms of its placement on the
building and its balance with the size of the building. If the Planning Commission concurs, the way to
specify that concurrence would be to specify the size of the sign to be 9 feet by 14 in Condition 5. (a), Page 4
of the resolution.
Chair/Tye concurred with C/Ruzicka that this decision may be precedent setting.
C/Ruzicka moved, VC/Nelson seconded, to approve Comprehensive Sign Program No. 99-57, Findings of
Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution with an amendment to the language of
Condition 5. (a) of the resolution to indicate that the height of the sign shall not exceed 9 feet and the width
shall not exceed 14 feet. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, Ruzicka, VC/Nelson, Chair/Tye
COMMISSIONERS: None
COMMISSIONERS: McManus
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CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: None
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Comprehensive Sign Program No. 99-7, Administrative Development Review No. 99-17 (pursuant to
Code Sections 22.36.060, 22.48.020.B(3), and 22.48.030) is a request to change the architectural style of
the facade, spire, and add awnings for the exterior remodel to an existing single -tenant commercial building.
The square footage of the structure will not increase. A Comprehensive Sign Program is required whenever
five signs are proposed for an existing development.
PROPERTY ADDRESS
PROPERTY OWNER:
APPLICANT:
KFC
542 N. Diamond Bar Boulevard
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Robert Pendiville
121 W. Whittier Boulevard # 1
La Habra, CA 90631
Plasti-Line, West; Patrick Faranal
13489 Slover #B
Fontana, CA 92337
DSA/Smith presented staff s report. Staff recommends that the Planning—Commission approve
Comprehensive Sign Program No. 99-7, and Administrative Development Review No. 99-17, Findings of
Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution.
DSA/Smith responded to C/Ruzicka that with the proposed conditions the lighted sign should not present
a problem for residents living on the ridge above the project.
DSA/Smith indicated to VC/Nelson that the applicant indicated to her by telephone that he read staff s report
and concurred with the conditions of approval.
In response to Chair/Tye, DSA/Smith stated that staff considered the spire to be an architectural feature
rather than a sign.
Patrick Faranal stated he concurs with staff's report and the conditions of approval contained in the
resolution. He further stated that this project is proposed as part of a nationwide campaign to improve the
image of KFC's older stores. Business will continue during the construction phase.
Responding to C/Ruzicka, Mr. Faranal stated that Robert Pendiville is in agreement with staff's report and
the recommended conditions of approval. He understands the Commission's concern about lighting and the
sensitivity to the residential community residing on the ridge line.
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Mr. Faranal indicated to Chair/Tye that KFC is requiring a remodel all of all of its older sites.
Chair/Tye opened the public hearing.
There being no one present who wished to speak on this matter, Chair/Tye closed the public hearing.
VC/Nelson commended staff for their thorough analysis of this proposal and the resulting thoughtful
proposed conditions of approval.
C/Ruzicka moved, VC/Nelson seconded, to approve Comprehensive Sign Program No. 99-7 and
Administrative Development Review No. 99-17, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed
within the resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, Ruzicka, VC/Nelson, Chair/Tye
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: McManus
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: C/Ruzicka stated he received a notice of the Three Valleys ,� ;;
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Water District's east side reservoir project. He said he would like to obtain a copy of Huell Houser's hour long
program on the project. He asked that staff place the five Commissioner's names on a waiting list to visit the site.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: DCM/DeStefano stated that the Commissioner's packets contain a list of
public hearing dates for future projects. There are no projects scheduled for the second meeting in December and
the Commission may wish to cancel its December 28 meeting.
DCM/DeStefano responded to C/Ruzicka that the latest information is that the Millennium Celebration will be held
at the Country Hills Towne Center. All of the tenants have been surveyed and have agreed that the location is
appropriate. The owners of the shopping center today gave staff permission to utilize that facility. Advertising of
the event is forthcoming.
SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
As listed in the agenda.
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ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chair/Tye adjourned the meeting at 8:02
p.m.
Attest:
Steve ye 1.4
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Respectfully SubHuittedd,
Ja DeStefano
Deputy City Manager