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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/09/2001PLANNING FILE Copy L October 9, 2001 7:00 P.M South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA Chairman Vice Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Bob Zirbes Joe Ruzicka George Kuo Steve Nelson Steve Tye Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Planning Division of the Dept. of Community & Development Services, located at 21825 E. Copley Drive, and are available for public inspection. if you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 396-5676 during regular business hours. 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The service of the cordless microphone and sign language interpreter services are available by giving notice at least three business days in advance of the meeting. Please telephone (909) 396-5676 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Friday. HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS Copies of Agenda, Rules of the Commission, Cassette Tapes of Meetings (909) 396-5676 Computer Access to Agendas (909) 860 -LINE General Agendas (909) 396-5676 email: info@ci.diamond-bar.ca.us Next Resolution No. 2001-33 -----------CI-T-Y-O-F-DIAMOND-BAR PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 9, 2001 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 1. ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman Bob Zirbes, Vice Chairman Joe Ruzicka, George Kuo, Steve Nelson, and Steve Tye. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: This is the time and place for the general public to address the members of the Planning Commission on any item that is within their jurisdiction, allowing the public an opportunity to speak on non-public hearing and non -agenda items. Please complete a Speaker's Card for the recording Secretary (Completion of this form is voluntary.) There is a five-minute maximum time limit when addressing the Planning Commission. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairman. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: The following items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and are approved by a single motion. Consent calendar items may be removed from the agenda by request of the Commission only: 4.1 Minutes of Regular. Meeting: September 25, 2001. 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. 6. NEW BUSINESS: Discussion regarding 30% lot coverage requirement. 7. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: None. 8. PUBLIC HEARING: 8.1 Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.36.120.C. and 22.36.080 is a request to permit freeway -oriented signs that feature an electronic reader board with a maximum 65 foot height and a maximum total sign face area of 1,000 square feet for freeway oriented development complexes within the C-3 zone. Additionally, the proposed Development Code Amendment will allow freeway -oriented wall signs with a October 9, 2001 Page 2 PLANNING COMMISSION maximum sign face area of 300 square feet and monument signs with a maximum 12 foot height and a maximum sign face area of 55 square feet for the freeway -oriented development complexes within the C-3 zone. The Planning Commission is charged with making a recommendation to the City Council for the proposed request. Project Address: Commercial development complexes within C-3 zone adjacent to the freeway Applicant: City of Diamond Bar Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period began September 17, 2001, and ended October 6, 2001. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution recommending City Council approval of Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 and Negative Declaration No. 2001-03. 8.2 Conditional Use Permit No. 2001 -06 --and Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2000-01 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.58. and 22.36.060) is a request to install signs for the Diamond Bar Honda dealership and recently approved dealer expansion/car wash/lube facility. Proposed signs are as follows: a 65 foot tall electronic reader board; three monument signs; two canopy signs; and one dealership identification sign. The Conditional Use Permit will be utilized to review the proposed electronic reader board sign with regard to location, design and potential impacts. The Comprehensive Sign Program provides a process for sign integration with the design of structures on site in order to achieve a unified architectural statement. Project Address: Property Owner: Col -Am Properties, LLC 515-525 S. Grand Ave. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Matthew Tachdjian P.O. Box 4655 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 October 9, 2001 Page 3 PLANNING COMMISSION 10. W Applicant: Rod Wilson Electric -Media, Inc. 4737 W. 156th St. Lawndale, CA 90260 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period began September 17, 2001, and ended October 6, 2001. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06, Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2000-01, and Negative Declaration No. 2001-03, Finding of Fact and conditions as listed within the resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 10.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: TRAFFIC AND Thursday, October 11, 2001 —7:00 p.m. TRANSPORTATION AQMD Board Hearing Room COMMISSION MEETING: 21865 E. Copley Drive CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Tuesday, October 16, 2001 — 6:30 p.m. AQMD Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW: Tuesday, October 23, 2001 — 6:00 p.m. AQMD Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 23, 2001 — 7:00 p.m. MEETING: AQMD Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive October 9, 2001 Page 4 PLANNING COMMISSION PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING: STATE LANTERMAN COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING: CITY LANTERMAN MONITORING COMMITTEE MEETING: CANDIDATE FORUM: 12. ADJOURNMENT: Thursday, October 25, 2001 — 7:00 p.m AQMD Board Hearing Room 21865 E. Copley Drive Thursday, October 25, 2001 — 7:00 p.m Research Conference Room Lanterman Development Center 3530 W. Pomona Blvd., Pomona Monday, October 29, 2001 AQMD — Room CC8 21865 E. Copley Drive Tuesday, October 30, 2001 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. AQMD/The Government Center 21865 E. Copley Drive DRAFT MINUTES OF THE CITY_OF_DIAMOND_BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Zirbes called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Tye led in the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Bob Zirbes; Vice Chairman Joe Ruzicka; and Commissioners George Kuo; and Steve Tye. Commissioner Steve Nelson arrived at 7:34 p.m. Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; David Meyer, Planning Consultant; Ann Lungu, Associate Planner; Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant; and Sharon Gomez, Administrative Assistant. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None offered. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As Presented. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: 4.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 14, 2001. VC/Ruzicka moved, C/Kuo seconded, to approve the minutes for the regular August 14, 2001, meeting as presented. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: NOES:' ABSENT: 5. OLD BUSINESS: 6. NEW BUSINESS: COADMSSIONERS: Kuo, Tye, VC/Ruzicka, Chair/Zirbes COMIVIISSIONERS: None COMMISSIONERS: Nelson None. None. SEPTEMEBER 25, 2001 PAGE 2 7. CONTINUED PUBLIC ]HEARINGS: 7.1 Variance No. 2001-06 (pursuant to Code Section 22.54 is a request to construct a wrought iron perimeter fence and entry gates that will exceed the- maximum allowable height within the front setback. (Continued from September 11, 2001) "I . 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Iurdim 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Rodney Tapp 351 S. Thomas Street Pomona, CA 91766 PC/Meyer presented staff's report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Variance No. 2001-06, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. Jeff Chamlee, Lamb Design, stated that the issue of the setbacks with respect to the gate design is satisfactory with the gate parallel to the street and a setback from 10 to 20 feet or, a setback of 24 feet per staff's recommendation even though it would be inconsistent with what some of the neighboring properties enjoy. Chair/Zirbes re -opened the public hearing. Steven Lo, 1206 E. Lexington Drive, Pomona, said that a setback for the gate of 12 to 15 feet is reasonable. However, a setback greater than 15 feet will deprive the owner of enjoyment realized by his neighbors. PC/Meyer stated that the speaker is correct in that in this neighborhood there are a number of vehicular access gates that are closer to the edge of the road than 24 feet. Staff's initial recommendation was consistent with the first set of plans where the gate was presented at an angle to the street. Further, the recommendation presented the best possible safety measures to allow traffic to move throughout the community. A 15' setback with a sliding gate would allow a vehicle to leave the roadway in a relatively safe manner. SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION 8. PC/Meyer indicated to C/Tye that staff did not receive a written response from the homeowners association. However, the applicant's representative assured staff that the matter was considered by the association and that a written response will be forthcoming. Following discussion, VC/Ruzicka moved, C/Zirbes seconded, to approve Variance No. 2001-06, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution subject to the following amendment: Item 3, Section F, to indicate a setback of 20 feet. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMIVIISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMIISSIONERS: PUBLIC HEARING: Kuo, Tye, VC/Ruzicka, Chair/Zirbes None Nelson 8.1 Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06 and Comprehensive sign Program 2000-02 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.36.120.C. and 22.36.080, 22.58. and 22.36.060) is a request to install signs for the Diamond Bar Honda dealership and recently approved dealer expansion/car wash/lube facility. Proposed signs are as follows: One 65 -foot tall electronic reader board; three monument signs; two canopy signs, and one dealership identification sign. The proposed Development Code Amendment within the C-3 zone will permit freeway -oriented signs that feature an electronic reader board with a maximum 65 -foot height and a maximum total sign face area of 1,000 square feet for development complexes. Additionally, the proposed Development Code Amendment will allow freeway oriented wall signs with a maximum sign face area of 300 square feet and monument signs with a maximum 12 foot height and a maximum sign face area of 55 square feet for the freeway oriented development complexes within the C-3 zone. The Conditional Use Permit will be utilized to review the proposed electronic reader board sign with regard to location, design and potential impacts. The Comprehensive sign Program provides a process for sign integration with the design of structures on site in order to achieve a unified architectural statement. The Planning Commission is charged with making a recommendation to the City Council for the proposed request. PROJECT ADDRESS: 515-525 S. Grand Avenue Diamond Bar, CA 91765 SEPTEMIBER 25, 2001 V.ROPERTY OWNER: Matthew Tachdjian Diamond Bar Honda 525 S. Grand Avenue Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Rod Wilson Electric -Media, Inc. 4737 W. 156`s Street Lawndale, CA 90260 Lr 'R A'.. 6 DCM/DeStefano reported that due to an error in the public hearing notification, staff has re -advertised this item to be heard at the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting on October 9, 2001. 8.2 Development Review No. 2001-11 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48.010.A.) is a request to construct a two-story single family residence with a four -car garage with two spaces in tandem and balconies for a total of approximately 11,000 square feet. Additionally, the request includes retaining walls within the side yards with a maximum height of six feet. NIMMEMM .0 2698 Blaze Trail (Lot 2, Tract 51169) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Horizon Pacific 2707 Diamond Bar Boulevard Diamond Bar, CA 91765 AssocP/Lungu presented staff's report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2001-11, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. Jerry Yeh, Horizon Pacific, stated the applicant concurs with staff's report with the following exception. He asked that the last sentence of Item 5, Subsection (c), be amended to state that the installation of landscape and irrigation be completed prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy rather than prior to the issuance of any city permit. Chair/Zirbes opened the public hearing. There being no one present who wished to speak on this matter, Chair/Zirbes closed the public hearing. SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 PAGE 5 PLANNING COMMISSION In response to Mr. Yeh's request to amend Item 5, Subsection (c), DCM/DeStefano stated that staff's intent was to make certain that the plans are made available early on into the project. The installation of landscaping and irrigation should -'likely wait until later on in the process. C/Tye moved, VC/Ruzicka seconded to approve Development Review No. 2001-11, Findings of Fact, and conditions as listed within the resolution, subject to the amendment of Item 5, Subsection (c) to indicate that the installation of landscaping and irrigation shall be required prior to final inspection or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, Tye, VC/Ruzicka, Chair/Zirbes NOES: COMNIISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMNIISSIONERS: Nelson 8.3 Conditional use Permit No. 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.58 and 22.48.020(A)) is a request to modify the interior of an existing tower of the Country Suites to house telecommunication facilities. PROTECT ADDRESS: 21951 Golden Springs Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNER: The Ayers Group 355 Bristol Street #A Costa Mesa, CA 92626 APPLICANT: Cingular 2521 Michelle Drive Tustin, CA 92780 DSA/Smith presented staff's report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. Henry Noh, Cingular Consulting Group, said he read staff's report and concurs with the recommendations for approval. Mr. Noh clarified that the equipment will be installed in a cupola on top of the roof. r t' SEPTEMBER 25,2001 , PLANNING COMMSSION C/Nelson asked if the applicant encountered a significant cost increase by housing the equipment inside a cupola to which Mr. Noh responded yes. Chair/Zirbes opened the public hearing. There being no one who wished to speak on this matter, Chair/Zirbes closed the public hearing. C/Tye thanked the consulting group and the Country Suites for their cooperative efforts with the city to move this project along in an aesthetically pleasing manner. VC/Ruzicka moved, C/Tye seconded, to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. Chair/Zirbes commended the applicant, property owner and staff for delivering a stealth project. 9. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: C/Tye asked for an update of the Pulte Homes project at Diamond Bar Boulevard and Tin Drive and the efforts to camouflage the mechanical devices. DCM/DeStefano responded that the landscaping is not yet in place. If Pulte fails to comply, staff will withhold the issuance of further permits that will delay future construction and/or withhold certificates of occupancy. However, every effort to accommodate future Diamond Bar homeowners will take precedence. DCM/DeStefano responded to Chair/Zirbes that the matter of landscape standards could be placed on the October 9 agenda for discussion purposes. However, the formal hearing could not conclude prior to October 23. Chair/Zirbes said he received a telephone call from the Seasons Apartment complex on Highland Valley. The complex has recently experienced problems with vandalism they believe occurs by virtue of an alley access from adjoining properties. He felt that by requiring property owners to trim of trees and shrubbery in the area it would eliminate the shielding of adverse activity. DCM/DeStefano said he will speak with Sheriff's representatives tomorrow. L SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 PAGE 7 PLANNING COMIVIISSION 10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 10.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. DCM/DeStefano referred to the site plan, floor plan and architectural character for the new community center project included in Commissioner packets. The City Council recently reached a decisionxegarding architectural materials and colors. The City is presently moving to hire a construction management company. Generally, the project is slated to commence construction around July 2002. As a result of the County's discussion regarding the possibility of a regional library, pians for a community center library have been placed on hold. DCM/DeStefano reported that the following are a variety of developments on the horizon that will likely be coming before the Planning Commission for consideration in the future: an Extended -Stay America Hotel, a Starbucks and other small uses in the Walnut Valley Trailer Park property; the Citrus Valley Health Partners property - a two -three building 120,000 office development; development of 35-40 homes on the remaining 80 acres on the backside of "The Country Estates" and; three or four new cell sites. DCM/DeStefano stated that several capital improvement projects are underway or will commence shortly. 1) median improvements on Sunset Crossing, Golden Springs Drive and Golden Prados, 2) sidewalk linkage within the Gateway Corporate Center on Golden Springs Drive between the Country Suites and the SCAQMD building, 3) street resurfacing on Golden Springs Drive from Diamond Bar Boulevard to Temple Avenue and 4) the Brea Canyon Road improvement project from Pathfinder Road south to the southerly city limits and 5) drainage and irrigation project at Peterson Park. DCM/DeStefano thanked Sharon Gomez for standing in for Stella Marquez while she is on vacation. C/Tye asked about the cost of the proposed community center. DCM/DeStefano indicated to C/Tye that the cost of the proposed community center is proposed to be about 10.5 million dollars. Much of the cost is in the creation of the pad for the facility. In another matter, much thought and effort has been given to the creation of a Brea -like entertainment center as a use for the Citrus Valley Partner's site. However, there has been no such interest on the part of a developer. r rr^ .ay-. r • DCM/DeStefano responded to C/Nelson that the Summitridge Park playground and storage facility will be relocated. Within the proposed community center is a children's area. In rethinking the project, Council concluded that the architecture of the proposed community center should incorporate features that would differentiate it from the surrounding area, DCM/DeStefano indicated that a major tenant is considering locating in the Ralph's Market space in the Country Hills Towne Center. This tenant would require about 7,000 additional square feet above the amount offered within the Ralph's space. 11. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As listed in the Agenda. There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairman Zirbes adjourned the meeting at 8:28 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, James DeStefano Deputy City Manager Attest: Chairman Bob Zirbes INTEROFFICE-MEMORANDUM TO: Chairman and Planning Commissioners VIA: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager FROM: Ann J. Lungu, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Agenda Item 6 - Discussing Regarding Increasing Thirty Percent Lot Coverage DATE: September 19, 2001 On April 4, 2000, the City adopted an ordinance amending the Development Code (Development Code Amendment No. 99-01). One of the amendments requires a lot coverage not exceeding 30 percent in the Rural Residential (RR), Low Density Residential (RL) and Low Medium Residential (RLM) zones. This amendment involved the following section: Section 22.08.240, Residential Zoning District General Develop- ment Standards, Table 2-4 Requirements by Zoning District Development RR RL RLM Feature Setbacks Required Lot Coverage '30, percen 30;'-p ercen "3. 0"p,e. &ent,-- .; In May 2001, the Planning Commission recommended approval of several Development Code amendments to City Council, which included the definition of "Site Coverage". The following is the current definition for "Site Coverage" and the recommended amendment as presented in the Planning Commission staff report: Section 22.80.020, "S" (Page VI -49) Currently: Site . coverage. The percentage of total site area occupied by structures, and paving for vehicle use. Structures/building coverage includes the primary structure, all accessory structures (e.g., carports, m garages, patio covers, sheds, trash dumpster enclosures, etc.) and architectural features (e.g., chimneys, balconies, decks above the first floor, porches, stairs, etc.) . 1 Structures /building coverage is measured from exterior wall to exterior wall. Pavement coverage includes areas necessary for ingress, egress, outdoor parking, and,circulation of motor vehicle. See Figures 6-8 (Site Coverage). Reconmtended Amendment: Site coverage. The percentage of total site area occupied by structures, and paving for vehicle use. Structures/building coverage includes the primary structure, all accessory structures (e.g., carports, garages, patio covers, sheds, trash dumpster enclosures, etc.) except tennis courts and pools/spas and architectural features (e.g., chimneys, balconies, decks above the first floor, porches, stairs, etc.). Structures/building coverage is measured from exterior wall to exterior wall. Pavement f or vehicle use shall include areas necessary for ingress, egress, outdoor parking, and circulation of motor vehicle. A maximum.400 square feet of driveway shall be counted toward the lot coverage where driveways are larger then 400 square feet. See Figures 6-8 (Site Coverage). (Note: On April 4, 2000, the City Council approved 30 percent lot coverage for the RR, RL and RLM zoning designations. The 30 percent lot coverage has presented some issues to the staff regarding existing homes and the addition of patio covers, rooms, etc. At a staff meeting several months ago, it was decided that tennis courts and pools/spas would not count toward lot coverage. Additionally, it was decided that a maximum 400 square feet of driveway would be counted toward the lot coverage.) The purpose of the 30 percent lot coverage was to minimize mansionization and total lot coverage only leaving setbacks without structures. Typically in the RR zoning designation where the majority of the lots are a minimum one acre, the 30 percent lot coverage is not an issue. However, in the RL and RLM zoning designation where lot sizes range from 10,000 to 8,500 square 'feet and 8,000 to 6,000 square feet respectively, it remains an important issue. The problem arises when the existing lot coverage ranges from the 30 to 35 percent without any amenities (i.e. patio covers, small room additions or enlargement of existing rooms, gazebos, barbecues, etc.) or a resident desires to add a first floor addition (i.e. bedroom with bathroom for an elderly parent, extend the dining room, kitchen and/or family rooms, or add a family room. By doing these types of additions, Minor Variances or Variances could be required due to exceeding the 30 percent lot coverage. Additionally, it is difficult to. make the required State law findings to permit such entitlements. Most residents believe these types of additions are minor and do not understand or accept the fact that it is not possible to do what they desire. 0� In the past, the sta covera------- -f-f—h as Surveyed several ge Percentage and what Cities the Percentage. From Cit types related to lot that many of structures re included in cities do not Y to city it varies wi Percentage due to include driveways dely. It appears a structure the fact that it in above. the -lot coverage considered hardscape without in the lot coverage Some cities do not include Percentage. lattice patio covers The planning Percent Commission may want lot coverage and to consider amending the Commission could consider amen "Site Coverage" definition� 30 definition to reflect what ding the lot The above). The other Coverage ' exceed 5 0 per Commission cities have done percentage and cent of the could consider a 10 (as mentioned Still be met. rear Yard and t coverage that does not The the required setbacks retain the de hardscape, increase the I would coverage and ex:clu CommJssion could retain the 30 Percent j 30 Percent lot coverage. lot lot coverage or RECO'9M=AT3:01V: Staff recommends that the P information and direct stafflaening Commission discuss the appropriately. attached 3 Agenda Item 8 — DCA No. 2001-02 — Freeway -oriented siqns, etc. General Plan Land Use Map; Zoning Map — found in office files AGENDA ITEM NU14BER: REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report W September 4, 2001 October 9, 2001 Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 To amend Articles III, Sections 22.36.080 and 22.36.120.C. of the City's Development Code regarding signage within C-3 zone. , Commercial development complexes adjacent to the freeway in the C-3 zone, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 City of Diamond Bar 21825 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 The applicant, City of Diamond Bar, is requesting a Development Code Amendment within the Unlimited Commercial (C-3) zone. The proposed Development Code Amendment will permit freeway -oriented signs that feature an electronic reader board with a maximum 65 foot height and a maximum total sign face area of 1,000 square feet for commercial development complexes. The proposed amendment also includes monument signs with a maximum 12 -foot height and a maximum total sign face area of 55 square feet and walls signs with a maximum total sign face area of 300 square feet for freeway oriented commercial development complexes within the C-3 zone. The proposed Development Code Amendment will modify Article III, Section 22.36 -080 -Prohibited Signs (Page 111-137) and Section 22.36.120.0 -Freeway-oriented signs (Page 111-140). The proposed amendment will affect commercial development complexes adjacent to the freeway within the Unlimited Commercial (C-3) zone. The Unlimited Commercial (C-3) zones within the City has a General Plan land 'use -designation of General Commercial (C). Pursuant to the General Plan, this land use designation provides for the establishment of regional, freeway -oriented, and/or community retail and service commercial uses. The purpose of the Development Code is to implement the policies of the City's General Plan by classifying and regulating the uses of land and structures within the City. In addition, the Development Code protects and promotes the public health, safety, and general welfare of the residents, and preserves and enhances the aesthetic quality of the City. The Development Code provides standards for orderly growth and development and promotes a stable pattern of land uses. It is a tool utilized to implement the land uses designated by the General Plan, thereby avoiding conflict between land uses. The Development Code assists in protecting and maintaining property values, and conserving and protecting the City's natural resources. Furthermore, the Development Code facilitates in protecting the City's character, and social and economic stability, as well as assisting in maintaining a high quality of life without unduly high public or private costs -for development or unduly restricting private enterprise, initiative, or innovative design. The General Plan Objective 1.3 identifies designating adequate land for retail and service commercial, professional services and other revenue generating uses in sufficient quantity to meet the City's needs. Strategies implementing this objective discuss the necessity to minimize sales tax leakage out of Diamond Bar and encourage revenue -generating uses in locations that service the City's needs. These strategies encourage the retention, rehabilitation, refurbishment,.and/or expansion of existing business establishments as well as encourage businesses that take advantage of locations visible ,from the freeway where appropriate. 2 In order to continue implementing General Plan Objective 1.3 and its Strategies,_ the City is requesting to modify Development Code - Sections 22.36. 080 -Prohibited Signs (Page 111-137) and 22.36.120.0 -Freeway -oriented Signs (Page 111-140) of Article III as follows: Article III Section 22.36.080 -Prohibited Signs Current Standard: G. Electronic reader board signs, except time/temperature devices; Recommended Amendment: G. Electronic reader board signs, except time/temperature devices and except as provided in Section 22.36.120.0 7, 8, and 9; Section 22.36.120.C-Freeway-orient4d Signs Current Standard: On-site and off-site freestanding signs may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit in lieu of freeway oriented wall signs for certain properties when they are visible from and adjacent to a freeway right-of-way in compliance with the following: 1. Signs are only for the purpose of advertising fuel, food, and/or lodging accommodations; 2. Freeway -oriented signs are permitted only on freeway - adjacent sites for uses that are located within 200 feet of the freeway right-of-way; 3. It can be demonstrated that wall signage cannot be located on the building itself and a manner that will be visible to motorists traveling in either direction along the freeway; 4. The height of freestanding signs shall not exceed 25 feet above adjacent street grade or, the freeway travel lanes (excluding on-off ramps); 5. The maximum sign face areas shall not exceed 10 feet in height and 20 feet width. If the site upon which lodging accommodations are located contains businesses 3 engaged in the sale of food and fuel in addition to the place of lodging, these uses may also be identified on the freeway sign provided that: a. No more than one freestanding sign shall be permitted per site; b. Changeable copy signage is not allowed; C. The maximum size permitted for the freestanding sign is not exceeded; and d. No wall signs are visible from the freeway for uses identified on the freestanding sign. e. Signs shall be separated by a minimum distance of 1,320 feet. 6. More than one use of each type may be identified on the freeway -oriented signs. Recommended Amendment: (add to Section 22.36.120.C) 7. Freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit for commercial development complexes defined as within the C-3 zone containing one parcel equaling three or more acres or a group of parcels equaling three or more acres located adjacent to the freeway. In addition, electronic reader boards shall meet the following requirements: a. Only one freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board sign shall be permitted for businesses which are located on the same parcel, or which are otherwise located in a single commercial development complex; b. Freeway- oriented signs with an electronic reader board shall be required to identify more than one business within.a commercial development complex; C. Freeway- oriented signs with an electronic reader board shall not exceed a height of 65 feet and a total sign face area of 1,000 square feet which shall include the electronic reader board area; d. Businesses utilizing a freeway -oriented sign with an electronic reader board may be located on a parcel different from that which the sign is located. However, such businesses shall be located within R the commercial development complex that the sign is identifying; and e Freeway- oriented signs with an electronic reader board shall be integrated with the design of structures on site in order to achieve a unified architectural statement. 8. Monument signs may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit for commercial development complexes defined as within the C-3 zone containing one parcel equaling three or more acres or a group of parcels equaling three or more acres located adjacent to the freeway. In addition, the monument sign shall meet the following requirements: a. Monument sign may be more than six feet in height but shall not exceed 12 feet in height and 72 square feet in sign.face area; and b. Except as provided within this section, monument signs shall be required to meet specified sign standards within Chapter 22.36. 9. Wall signs may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit for commercial development complexes defined as within the C- 3 zone containing one parcel equaling three or more acres or a group of parcels equaling three or more acres located adjacent to the freeway. In addition, the wall sign shall meet the following requirements: a. Wall signs shall not exceed 300 square feet in total sign face area for commercial development complexes with 300 linear feet or more of property frontage adjacent to the freeway, and b. Except as provided within this section, wall signs shall be required to meet specified sign standards within Chapter 22.36. The proposed Development Code Amendment would apply to commercial development complexes consisting of three acres or more, within the C-3 zone and located adjacent to a freeway. A complex may be composed of one or more parcels. The proposed amendment, if approve, could affect three sites in the C-3 zone. The sites include the property that contains L.A. Fitness and recently approved Diamond Star Plaza, the corner of Via Sorella/Brea Canyon Road and Diamond Bar Honda/Burger King restaurant property. However, the Via Sorella/Brea Canyon Road site does not meet the required minimum three acres as proposed*within the amendment. In 40 the future when the City's zoning map is amended other properties could be affect. For instance, the area where Kmart is located (Diamond Bar Boulevard/Gentle Springs Lane/Palomino Drive) has a General Plan land use designation of General Commercial (C) with current zoning varying from CPD to C-2. It is possible that this area could be zoned C-3 and eventually considered a commercial development complex adjacent to. -the freeway.- Additionally, there may be other commercial development complexes located adjacent to the freeway that could have the potential for C-3 zoning. The proposed Development Code Amendment is consistent with the General Plan in that it will assist in minimizing sales tax leakage out of Diamond Bar and encourage the retention, rehabilitation, refurbishment, and/or expansion of revenue - generating uses insufficient quantity to meet the City's needs. Electronic reader board signs will serve to further the City's economic development goals. The type of signage proposed by the amendment is an important element in allowing competitive opportunities and to capture our fair share of sales tax revenue. Furthermore, well-designed visible signs are indispensable elements in meeting this goal and a fully leased commercial development complex will help to expand the number of services and products to the citizens of the City while also broadening the local tax base. Advertising would be allowed in a manner that is consistent with the advertising permitted along freeway corridors in nearby cities and provide better freeway identification/visibility. OWNPPOZ116RI Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period began September 17, 2001 and ended October 6, 2001. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletinandthe San Gabriel Valley Tribune on September 17, 2001. Pursuant to Planning and zoning Law Government Code Section 65091 (a)(3), if the number of property owners to whom a public hearing notice would be mailed is greater than 1,000, a local agency may provide notice by placing a display advertisement of at least one -eight page in at least one newspaper of general circulation. The City placed a one -eight page display 0 ----adv-er-t.i.s-ement-in-the-ab-o-v-e-ment.i-on-e-d-n-e-w-s-p-ap-ers-o-f -g-en-erial- circulation. Furthermore, public notices were posted in nine public places (City Hall/South Coast Air Quality Management District, Diamond Bar Library, Country Hills Town Center Community Board, Vons/Sav-On Community Board, Ralph's shopping center - Diamond Bar Boulevard, 21070 Golden Springs Drive - JoAnne Fabrics, 990 Diamond Bar Boulevard - Oak Tree Shopping Center, 1235 Diamond Bar Boulevard - Albertson's and Heritage Park) on September 13, 2001. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the recommending approval of and Negative Declaration Prepared by: Planning Commission adopt a resolution Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 No. 2001-03. *7 Ann J. Lungu, Associate Planner Attachment: 1. General Plan Land Use Map; 2. City of Diamond Bar Zoning Map; and 3. Chapter 22.36 - Sign Standards. 7 PLANNING -COMMISSION-_ RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -XX !040P �1* *P* A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE, DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 2001-02 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2001-03. A. RECITALS. 1 The City of Diamond Bar has initiated an application for Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 and Negative Declaration No. 2001-03. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Code Amendment and Negative Declaration shall be referred to as the "Application". 2. The Community and Development Services Department has determined that the following existing development standards within the Development Code require modification in order to implement the General Plan: Article III Section 22.36.080 - Prohibited Signs (Page 111-137) Section 22.36.120.0 - Freeway -oriented Signs (Page 111-140) 4. Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletin and the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on September 17, 2001. Pursuant to Planning and Zoning Law Government Code Section 65091 (a)(3), if the number of property owners to whom a public hearing notice would be mailed is greater than 1,000, a local agency may provide notice by placing a display advertisement of at least one -eight page in at least one newspaper of general circulation. The City placed a one -eight page display advertisement in the above mentioned newspapers of general circulation. Furthermore, public notices were posted in nine public places (City Hall/South Coast Air Quality Management District, Diamond Bar Library, Country Hills Town Center Community Board, Vons/Sav-On Community Board, Ralph's shopping center - Diamond Bar Boulevard, 21070 Golden Springs Drive - JoAnne Fabrics, 990 Diamond Bar Boulevard - Oak Tree Lanes, 1235 Diamond Bar Boulevard - Albertson's and Heritage Park) on May 2, 2001. 5. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar on October 9, 2001 conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. The public hearing was concluded on October 9, 2001. 6. The Planning Commission, after due consideration of public testimony, staff analysis and the Commission's deliberations has determined that the Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 attached hereto as Exhibit "A" implements the Strategies of the General Plan. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 1. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Initial Study review and Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 have been prepared by the City of Diamond Bar in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970 and guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15070. Furthermore, Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 reflects the independent judgement of the City of Diamond Bar. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council adopt Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by reference. The Planning Commission shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the City Council forthwith. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH OF OCTOBER 2001, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. W Bob Zirbes, Chairman -ITJames-DeStefanoi-Planning-Commission-Secretary-do-hereby-certify-that-the-foregoing-7FIW- Lb*ln-was- duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, t meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 9th day of October 2001, by the following vote! *4$ AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary 3 DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 2001-02 EXHIBIT "A" Section 22.36.080 - Prohibited Signs of Article Il, Title 22 of the City of Diamond Bar Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: G. Electronic reader board signs, except time/temperature devices and except as provided in Section 22.36.120.0 7, 8, and 9; Section 22.36.120.C -Freeway -oriented Signs of Article II, Title 22 of the City of Diamond Bar Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: C. Freeway -oriented Signs. On-site and off-site freestanding signs may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit in lieu of freeway oriented wall signs for certain properties when they are visible from and adjacent to a freeway right-of-way in compliance with the following: 1. Signs are only for the purpose of advertising fuel, food, and/or lodging accommodations; 2. Freeway -oriented signs are permitted only on freeway -adjacent sites for uses that are located within 200 feet of the freeway right-of-way; 3. It can be demonstrated that wall signage cannot be located on the building itself and a manner that will be visible to motorists traveling in either direction along the freeway; 4. The height of freestanding signs shall not exceed 25 feet above adjacent street grade or the freeway travel lanes (excluding on-off ramps); 5. The maximum sign face areas shall not exceed 10 feet in height and 20 feet width. If the site upon which lodging accommodations are located contains businesses engaged in the sale of food and fuel in addition to the place of lodging, these uses may also be identified on the freeway sign provided that: a. No more than one freestanding sign shall be permitted per site; b. Changeable copy signage is not allowed; C. The maximum size permitted for the freestanding sign is not exceeded; and 4 the freestanding sign. 7A��, e. Signs shall be separated by a minimum distance of 1,320 feet. 6. More than one use of each type may be identified on the freeway -oriented signs. 7. Freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit for.commercial development complexes within the C-3 zone containing one parcel equaling three or more acres or a group of parcels equaling three or more acres located adjacent to the freeway. In addition, electronic reader boards shall meet the following requirements: a. Only one freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board . shall be permitted for businesses which are located on the same parcel, or which are otherwise located in a single commercial development complex; b. Freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board shall be required to identify more than one business within a commercial development complex; C. Freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board shall not exceed a height of 65 feet and a total sign face area of 1,000 square feet which shall include the electronic reader board area; d. Businesses utilizing a freeway -oriented sign with an electronic reader board may be located on a parcel different from that which the sign is located. However, such businesses shall be located within the commercial development complex that the sign is identifying; and e. Freeway -oriented signs with an electronic reader board shall be integrated with the design of structures on site in order to achieve a unified architectural statement. Monument signs may be permitted by Conditional Use Permit for commercial development complexes within the C-3 zone containing one parcel equaling three or more acres or a group of parcels equaling three or more acres located adjacent to the freeway. In addition, the wall sign shall meet the following requirements: a. Monument sign may be more than six feet in height but shall not exceed 12 feet in height and 72 square feet in sign face area; and b. Except as provided within this section, monument signs shall be required to meet specified sign standards within Chapter 22.36. 5 9. Wall signs may be Permitted by Conditional Use Permi 5ercial development complexes within. the C-3 zone containing el equaling three or more acres or a group of parcels equaling three ore acres located adjacent to the freeway. In addition, the monument sign shall meet the following requirements: a. Wall signs shall not exceed 300 square feet in total sign face area for commercial development complexes with 300 linear feet or more of property frontage adjacent to the freeway, and b. Except as provided within this section, wall signs shall be required to meet specified sign standards within Chapter 22.36. 6 CHAPTER 22.36 - SIGN STANDARDS Sections: 22.36-010 - Purpose 22.36.020 - Applicability 22.36-030 - General Provisions for All Signs 22.36.040 - Sign Permits 22.36.050 - Exemptions From Sign Permits 22.36.060 - Comprehensive Sign Program 22.36.070 - Sign Design Guidelines 22.36.080 - Prohibited Signs 22-36-090 - Nonconforming Signs 22.36.100 - Abandoned Signs 22-36-110 - Inventory and Abatement of Illegal and Abandoned Signs 22.36.120 - Standards for Specific Types of Signs 22.36-130, - Sign Standards by Zoning District 22.36.010 - Purpose The purpose of this Chapter is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property and public welfare, and to preserve the character of the City by regulating the size, height, design, quality of materials, construction, location, lighting and maintenance of signs and sign structures not enclosed within a building, to accomplish the following: A. Provide a reasonable and comprehensive system of sign controls; B. Encourage a desirable City character with a minimum of clutter, while recognizing the need for signs as a major form of communication; C. Provide for fair and equal treatment of sign users; D. Encourage signs that are well designed and pleasing in appearance by providing incentive and latitude for variety, good design relationship, spacing and location; E. Provide for maximum public convenience by properly directing people to various activities; and F. Promote public safety by providing that official traffic regulation devices be easily visible and free from nearby visual obstructions, including blinking signs, excessive number of signs, or signs resembling official traffic signs. 22.36.020 - Applicability A. The sign standards provided in this Chapter are intended to apply to signs in each zoning district in the City. Only signs authorized by this Chapter shall be allowed in that zoning district unless otherwise expressly provided in this Chapter. Diamond Bar Development Code November 3,1998 Article M -Site Planning 111-127 Sign Standards B. If a new zoning district is created after the enactment of this Chapter, the Director shall have the authority to make determinations as to the applicability of appropriate sign regulations in compliance with Chapter 22-04 (Interpretation of Development Code Provisions) until this Chapter is amended to govern the new zoning district. 22.36.030 - General Provisions for All Signs A. Maintenance of signs. Signs and supporting hardware, including temporary signs, shall be maintained in good repair and functioning properly at all times. Repairs to signs shall be of equal or better in quality of materials and design as the original sign. Signs which are not properly maintained and are dilapidated shall be deemed to be a public nuisance. When existing signs are removed or replaced, all brackets, poles, and other supports that are no longer required shall be removed. Unpainted areas shall be painted to match the adjacent portion of the building or sign support structure. B. Measurement of sign height Sign height shall be measured from the upper most part of the sign used in determining the area of the sign to the elevation of the base of the sign nearest the curb of the public street or nearest the base of the adjacent on-site building, whichever is closer to the location of the sign. (Figure 3-45) Sign Is Closest to Curb Sign Is Closest to Curb Measured Sign Height Building sign 7- --. Street CLfrbr (grade level) Street Curb Measured Sign Height Street. Curti . Building (grade ieve Building Sign Is Closest to Building Figure 3-45 (gride level) Measured Sign Height III iii'llill ---- -- 111111111MNEMM� Diamond Bar Development Code Article III - Site Planning November 3,1998 111-128 Sign Standards LU 4V C. Measurement of sign area. 77.36 StMr AREA = WIDTH X HEIGHT Figure 3-46 A VnDTH r- MCOD USHAPME 1. The surface area of a sign shall be calculated by enclosing the extreme limits of all writing, logo, representation, emblem, or other display within a single continuous perimeter composed of squares or rectangles with no more than eight lines. 2. Supporting framework or bracing that is clearly incidental to the display itself shall not be computed as sign area. 3. Signs composed of more than one sign face shall be computed as including only the maximum single display surface that is visible from any ground position at one time. 4. Where a sign consists of one or more three-dimensional objects (i.e., balls, cubes, clusters of objects, sculpture or statue -like trademarks), the sign area shall be measured as their maximum projection upon a vertical plane. 5. For signs that incorporate time and temperature devices, the area of these devices shall not be included in the total area of the sign. D. Illumination of signs. The artificial illumination of signs, either from an internal or external source, shall be designed to eliminate negative impacts on surrounding rights-of- way and properties. Diamond Bar Development Code November 3,1998 Article III -Site Planning 111-129 Sign Standards 22.36 1. External light sources shall be directed and shielded to limit direct illumination of any object other than the sign. I 2. The light from an illuminated sign shall not be of an intensity or brightness which will interfere with the reasonable enjoyment of residential properties in direct visual proximity to the sign. 3. Sign shall not have blinldng, flashing, or fluttering lights or other illuminating devices that have a changing light intensity, brightness or color. 4. Colored lights shall not be used at a location or in a manner so as to be confused or construed as traffic control devices. 5. Neither the direct nor reflected light from primary light sources shall create a hazard to operators of motor vehicles. 6. Reflective- type bulbs and incandescent lamps that exceed 15 watts shall not be used on the exterior surface of signs so as to expose the face of the bulb or lamp to a public right-of-way or adjacent property. 7. Light sources shall utilize energy efficient fixtures to the greatest extent possible. E. Sign copy. The sign copy (text) of permanent signs shall relate only to the name and/or nature of the business. Permanent "come-on" signs that advertise continuous sales, special prices, etc. shall not be allowed. Each business must provide identification signage in English Characters not less than four inches in height. All commercial businesses shall contain the address or unit number or letter of the occupant. Unit letters shall be in the English alphabet. Address numbers shall be in Arabic numerals. All letters and numerals shall be provided in digits which are visible from the adjacent street or parking lot drive aisle. Freestanding monument signs shall contain the street address of the use(s) in compliance with Section 22.36.120.B. (Freestanding monument signs). 22.36.040 - Sign Permits A. Sign permits required. To ensure compliance with the regulations of this Chapter, a Sign Permit shall be required in order to erect, move, alter, or reconstruct any permanent or temporary sign, except signs that are exempt from permits in compliance with Section 22.36.050 below. B. Sign permit fee. A Sign Permit processing fee shall be collected upon application for a Sign Permit or appeal thereof. C Temporary sign permit bond. To ensure the removal of temporary signs in a timely manner, the Director may require that the applicant post a bond in an amount sufficient to cover the cost of removing the temporary sign and restoring the premises to its proper condition. Diamond Bar Development Code Article III - Site Planning November 3, 1998 111-130 Sign Standards 22-36 .D. Approval of sign permits. A Sign Permit application shall be approved by the Director provided that the proposed sign is consistent with the intent and provisions of this -------Chapter.— — Review, of the Sign permit shall include consideration, of size, color, material, illumination, location, and other elements of design in compliance with the Sign Design Guidelines (Section 77.36.070). E. Revocation of sign permits. The Director may revoke or modify a Sign Permit, in compliance with Chapter 22.76 (Revocations and Modifications) if it is found that the sign(s) has been erected, altered, reconstructed, or is being maintained in a manner that is inconsistent with the approved Permit. 22.36.050 - Exemptions From Sign Permits Sign Permits shall not be required for the signs listed in this Section. Exempt signs shall not be included in the determination of the total allowable number of signs or total allowable sign area for a site/use. A. Permanent signs without specific size limitation. The following signs are exempt from Sign Permit review subject to the following limitations: 1. Signs located within shopping centers or similar areas where the signs are not visible from any point on the boundary of the premises; 2. Official and legal notices required by a court or governmental agency; I A sign erected and maintained in compliance with and in discharge of a governmental function or required by a law, ordinance or governmental regulation, including signs erected by a public utility; 4. Signs on licensed commercial vehicles, including trailers; provided, however, that vehicles /trailers shall not be used as Parked/stationary outdoor display signs; . 5. Bench and other signs located at designated public transit locations; and 6. Change of copy within an approved Comprehensive Sign Program that conforms to the provisions of the Comprehensive Sign Program. (Section 22.36.060). B. Permanent signs limited by maximum size. The, following signs are exempt from Sign Permit review subject to the following limitations: 1. Occupant name, street number, and street name signs not exceeding two square feet in area per single-family or multi -family unit. Street address signs shall have Arabic numbers a minimum of four inches in height; Diamond Bar Development Code Article III - Site Planning November 3,1998 IH -131 Sign Standards 22.36 ,2. Signs for commercial, office and industrial uses not exceeding two square feet and limited to business identification, hours of operation, address and emergency information; 3. Vehicle oriented safety and directional signs solely for the purpose of guiding traffic, parking, and loading on private property, and not bearing advertising materials. Maximum sign area shall be four square feet in residential zoning districts and six square feet in commercial zoning districts. Maximum height for freestanding signs shall be four feet. Taller signs may be approved by the Director, if visibility will not be impaired; 4. Affiliation signs for auto -related uses, motels, and hotels that show notices of services provided or required by law, trade affiliations, credit cards accepted, and similar signs provided they are attached to an otherwise approved freestanding sign, or structure. Signs or notices shall not exceed one-half square foot in area per sign, and no more than six signs are allowed per business; 5. Gasoline pump signs identifying the brand, types, and octane rating provided the signs do not exceed two square feet per pump face; 6. Names of structures, commemorative plaques, tables, dates of construction, and the like when. carved in stone" concrete, or similar materials or made of bronze, aluminum, or other similar permanent material and mounted permanently on a structure. These signs shall not exceed four square feet in area and five feet in height; and 7. Official flags of a nation, the State of California, other states of the Nation, and municipalities provided that the pole height shall not exceed 25 feet in residential zoning districts and 35 feet in nonresidential zoning districts. The length of the flag shall not be more than 1/4 of the height of the pole. Larger flags may be approved subject to approval by the Director. C. Menu boards for drive-through restaurants shall not exceed a height of six feet and shall be placed within a landscaped area. Only two menu signs shall be allowed for each restaurant. D. Temporary signs limited by size and period of display. 1. Real estate signs. Real estate signs offering property for sale, lease, or rent are allowed on private property in any zoning district subject to the owner's permission and the following limitations: a. For single-family dwellings, one sign per street frontage not to exceed four square feet in area and six feet in height. In addition, up to four "open house" signs not exceeding two square feet each are allowed when a sales agent or owner is present at the site. Signs shall be removed when the open house ends. b. For multi -family dwellings, one sign per street frontage not to exceed 32 square feet and six feet in height; Diamond Bar Development Code Article III - Site Planning November 3,1998 111-132 Sign Standards 22.36 C. Individual commercial, office, and industrial properties not located in a commercial center or industrial/business park, one sign per street frontage not to -exceed-1-6-s--quare feet and six feet in height. Parcels with more than 200 feet of frontage, or that have a freeway orientation, or have limited visibility due to topographic constraints, may be allowed larger and/or higher signs subject to approval of the Director, and d. Individual tenant spaces within multi -tenant commercial centers, office structures and industrial subdivisions offered for sale, rent, or lease, one sign per street frontage not to exceed 16 square feet and six feet in height. In addition, one sign for each tenant space available not to exceed six square feet to be located at the individual tenant space for rent or lease. e. Signs shall be removed within 10 days after sale, lease, or rental of the property. 2. Garage sale signs. Signs that announce the occurrence of a garage or yard sale may be allowed subject to the following limitations: a. Signs shall not exceed three square feet in area; b. Signs shall only be displayed during the time of the sale and shall be promptly removed at the end of the sale; and c. Signs shall not be placed on any public property, including properties of public utility companies. 3. Future tenant signs. Future tenant identification signs that announce the future use of a project while under construction subject to compliance with the following limitations: a. One sign per street frontage except where a project has in excess of 500 lineal feet of street frontage, one additional sign may be allowed; b. Signs shall be limited to a maximum of 32 square feet and six feet in height. Maximum 50 square feet if combined with a construction sign, and c. Signs shall be removed upon occupancy of the site. 4. Construction signs. Signs that provide the names of the architects, engineers, and contractors working on the site of a development project subject to compliance with the following limitations: a. One sign per street frontage not to exceed 20 square feet with a maximum height of six feet. Maximum size of 32 square feet if combined with a future tenant sign; and b. Signs shali be removed upon first occupancy of the site. c. Temporary signs placed on public property. Diamond Sar Development Code Article III - Site Planning November 3,1998 III -133 I. L r. • . r -. 22.36 L Temporary signs placed upon public property. The following provisions shall control the placement or proposed placement of signs on public propertr. 1. No sign shall project over any public walkway, alley, street or public property except as may be expressly permitted pursuant to this section. On private property, in any outdoor area open to the public, no portion of any sign attached to a building and extending below a height of seven feet above ground level shall project more than six inches from the face of the building. _-- 2- No sign, other than those required for traffic safety or pursuant to law, shall be placed, located or maintained upon any center median of any street, highway or other improvement intended for utilization by vehicular traffic. 3. No sign may be placed, located or maintained in, on or over any public walkway, parkway, alley, street or any other public property which interferes with the construction, maintenaance or repair thereof or of any facilities therein or thereon,, including, but not limited to, landscape, hardscape, Meters, or irrigation facilities. h. No sign shall be affixed to any tree or other plant materials located in any public walkway, parkway, alley, street or any other public property. 5. No sign placed on public property pursuant to this Code shall contain more than six square feet of sign area. 6. Only one sign advertising, identifying, displaying, or directing or atimciing attention to a particular idea or event shall be placed in the public right-of-way on each side of any single block. For five purposes of this section, 'block" shall mean that portion of a street lying between the nearest two intersecting or intercepting streets. 7. Any sign advertising, identifying, displaying, directing or attracting attention to, or conveying an idea related to an event which is to occur on a certain date shall not be placed in the public right-of-way more than 30 days prier to that date and shall be removed not lager than 10 days after that date. A. Purpose. The purpose of a Comprehensive Sign Program is to integrate a project's signs with the design of the structures to achieve a unified architectural statement. A Comprehensive Sign Program provides a means for the flexible application of sign regulations for multi -tenant projects and other users of multiple signs in order to encourage creativity and provide incentive and latitude in the provision of multiple signs and to achieve, not circumvent, the intent of this Chapter. B. Comprehensive Sign Pzog= required. Standards for signs provided in this Chapter shall serve as a reference for evaluating Comprehensive Sign Program applications. A Comprehensive Sign Program shall be required whenever any of the following circumstances exist: Dianumd liar Development Code Aslide III - Site Planting Navename:3, 2M M-234 F. ..1 ' C 4 . .M- . 22.36 1. New multi -tenant developments of three or mare separate tenants that share either the same parcel or structure and use common access and_parking_faczlities; _ 2. Whenever five or more signs are proposed for a new or existirtg development; 3. Whenever wall signs are proposed on structures over two stories in height; 4. Whenever two or more signs are requested by a single tenant in an existing multi. tenant project that currently is not covered by a Comprehensive Sign Program; and 5. Whenever the Director determines that a Comprehensive Sign Program should be developed for a project due to special dramutances (e g., the number or size of signs proposed, constrained visibility of the site, location of site relative to major transportation routes, etc.). C. Single -Use Buildings. For single use buildings with 200 feet or more of frontage, a Compselmtive Sign Program may be approved which exceeds the maximum aggregate sign area up to a limit of 200 square feet, provided that: 1. No single wall sign so approved exceeds 125 square feet, and no freestanding sign exceeds 24 square feet, except as stated by the provisions of this Chapter. 2. Any two signs placed an the same frontage which taken together exceed 125 square feet shall be separated by no less than. one half the length of the building frontage, 3. Na Comprehensive Sign Program shall be approved which allows any combination of signs which exceed an overall maximum of 125 square feet per use, except as stated by the provisions of this Chapter. D. Lessees to be informed of Comprehensive Sign Program. Lessees within developments subject to the requirements of an approved Comprehensive Sign Program shall be made aware of the Program in their lease and their responsibility to follow the approved Comprehensive Sign Program E. Findings. In approving a Comprehensive Sign Program, the Commission Hearing Officer shall make the following findings. I. The Comprehensive Sign Program satisfies the purpose of this Chapter and the intent of this Section; 2. The signs enhance the overall development, are m harmony with, and are visually related to other signs included in the Comprehensive Sign Program and to the structure and/or uses they identify, and to surrounding development; 3. The Comprehensive Sign Program accommodates future revisions which may be required due to changes in uses or tenants; and 4. The Comprehensive Sign Program complies with the standards of this Chapter, except that flexibility is allowed with regard to sign area, number, location, and/or Diamond Bar Development Code Amick M - Site Plamiay No.j ar 9, 2998 23S 22.36 R Revisions to Comprehensive Sign Programs. Revisions to a Comprehensive Sign Program may be approved by the Director if it is determined that the revWcm is minor and that the intent of the original approval, and any conditions attached dunvW, am not affected. Revisions that would substantially deviate from the original approval, may require Planning Cominission approval. 22.36.0 70 :moiGuidelines of each pwposed sifwnwt the-, os following guidelinesll be •• :•• A. That the proposed sign will be legible to the intended audience under normal viewing conditions, based on its proposed location, and the design of its visual element; B. That the proposed sign will not obscure from view or detract from existing signs, based on its location, shape, color, and other similar considerations; C. That the proposed sign will be in harmony with adjacent properties and surroundings, based on the size, shape, height,, color, placement, and the proximity of the proposed signs to adjacent properties and surroundings; D. That the proposed structure, sign or display will be designed, constructed, and located so that it will not constitute a hazard to the public; and . E. That the proposed sign is not designed to be viewed from a freeway, unless specifically proof decd for under the tercets of this Chapter. 22.36.030 - Prohibited Signs The following signs are inconsistent with the purposes and standards of this Chapter and are, therefore, prohibited in all zoning districts: A. Abandoned and/or dilapidated signs and sign structures; B. Animals or human beings, live or simulated, designed or used so as to attract attention to the premises. C. Animated-, movin& flashing, bhrddng, reflectin& revohPin& or other sbrular sips, except time/temperaturedevicesand barber '• • :..and signs or decorations •'(• • e1• ♦ : / National, State, or • ar. • r . D. Banners, streamers, and pennants, except as specifically allowed' by the provisions of Section 22.36.12o.F; E. Hench signs, except at approved bus passenger loading areas; IMINIMMINIM III III MM III - Diamond Bar Development Code Axtide M- Site FIMMUS Navcmber 3,19% M-236 F. Changeable copy signs, except as approved for a civic organization/institution, place of warstup, mnv_ie theater, -or gasoline -pricing -sign; G. Mectronic reader board signs, except time/temperature devices; H. Inflated signs, balloons, and figures except as provided in Section 22.36.IM.F2, L Neon signs, except as approved through a Comprehensive Sign Program; J. Obscene or offensive signs containing, statements, weds, or pictures of an obscene, nuiecent or immoral character which appeal to the prurient interest in sex, or which are patently offensive and do not have serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value; K. Off-site signs not specifically allowed by the provisions of this Chapter, including billboards and outdoor advertising; L Painted sign on fences, walls, or roofs; M. Portable signs, except as approved through a comprehensive sign program; N. Pole -mounted signs; 4. Price signs, except for service stations, P. Projecting signs; Q. Roof signs extending above the edge of the roof of a structure, R Signs erected in a manner that a portion of its surface or supports will interfere in any way with the free use of a fire escape, exit, or standpipe or obstruct a required ventilator, door, stairway, or window above the first story; S. Signs not in compliance with the provisions of this Chapter; T. Signs emitting audible sounds, odors, or visible matter; U. Signs that conflict with or imitate traffic control devices due to color, wording, design, location or illumination, or that interfere with the safe and efficient flow of vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic; V. Signs on public property or projecting within the public right-of-way, except political signs and signs with an encroachment permit issued by the City, W. Strings of lights or signs outlined with individual light bulbs; and X. Signs attached to or painted on motor vehicles or trailers that are parked on or adjacent to property for more than 48 consecutive hours, the principal purpose of which is to attract attention to a product sold or business located on or near the property where the vehicle or trailer is located. Diamond Bar D"dopment Code Aitide III - Site Phm&8 November 9,1 98 Ul 137 Sign Standards klik*mc ., I D It is the intent of this Section to recognize that the eventual elimination of signs that do not comply with the provisions of this Chapter is as important as the prohbition of new signs that would violate these standards. A. Amortization. Existing signs that are determJined to be nonconformmg on the effective date of this Chapter (date, of adoption) shall be modified or removed to comply with all Provisions of this Chapter within the time Periods Tedfied below. The speciAe-d time periods: shall conunence on the date of first written notice by the Director to the sign owner that the sign is nonconforming and subject to a specified period. at the expense of - owner. 1. Temporary signs. a. 90 days. Paper, cloth and cardboard signs, banners, balloons, flags, bunting, portable signs, moving, flashing and scintillating signs, and other similar signs. b. 12 months. Signs painted on structures, walls, roofs, or fences. 2. Permanent signs -15 years. Signs constructed of durable materials (e.g., metal, plastic, wood) designed to have a useful life of more than one year. B. Annexed areas. Except as otherwise provided m this Section, signs Jm areas annexed to the City after the date of adoption of this Chapter which do not conform to the provisions of this Chapter, shall be regarded as nonconforming signs and may remain for the amortization period as listed above, following notification by the Director. C. F,acception. U a nonconforming sign has historical significance apart from its main purpose of .advertising, the sign may be granted a Conditional Use Permit for continued use in compliance with Chapter 22.58 (Conditional Use Permits). D. Maintenance and repair. Nonconforming signs and sign structtues may be maintained and repaired in compliance with Section 22.68.M. (Restrictions on Nonconforming Structures and Uses). 11•. .• A sign shall be removed by the owner or lessee of the premises upon which the sign is located when the business that it advertises is no longer conducted on the premises. The sign shall be removed within 30 days of the close of business. If the owner or lessee fails to remove the sign, the Director shall give the owner 30 days wntben notice to remove it Upon failure to comply with the notice, the Director may have the sign removed at the owner's expense. Diamond Bar Domlopmau Code Article M - site Manwag November s, IM M -Us Sigh Standards 22.36 22.36.110 - Inventory and Abatement of Illegal and Abandoned Signs A. I=nventory of signs required. Wiftn six months following the adoption of this Chapter, the Director shall commence an inventoxy and identification of all illegal and. abandoned signs within the City. .B. Authority to abate. The Director is authorized to abate illegal and abandoned signs. Abateamnt of identified illegal or abandoned signs shall commence witiun eight months of the adoption of this Chapter and shall be ongoing thereafter. C Illegal signs in the public right-of-way. Illegal signs posted in the public right-of-way or upon public property may be removed by the Director without notice or hearing. Signs shall be retained by the City for a period of not less than 30 days. Thereafter, any unclaimed signs may be discarded. D. Recovery of Costs. When the City is required to remove illegal or abandoned signs in compliance with this Section, the reasonable cost of the removal may be assessed against the owner of the sign(s). 22.36.120 - Standards for Specific Types of Signs A. Awning signs 1. Signs on awnings shall only be located on building frontages, including those fronting a parking lot or pedestrian way. 2. Signs on awnings are limited to ground level and second story occupancies only. 3. Awnings shall not be internally illuminated. Lighting directed downwards dW does not illuminate the awning is allowed. B. Freestanding monument signs 1. Signs are allowed only for frontages adjoining a public street, 2. Signs shall not be located closer than 25 feet from a property line, except that a sign may be located up to 10 feet from an ultimate street right -of --way line. 3. Thera shall be a minimum of 75 fust between two freestanding signs on adjoining sites to ensure adequate visibility for all signs. The Director may waive this requirement in situations where its enactment would be impractical due to the locations of existing signs on adjacent properties. 4. Signs shall not project over public property, vehicular easements, or rights-of-way. Signs shall not obstnict traffic safety sight areas. 5. Landscaping shall be provided at the base of the supporting structure equal to twice the area of cite face of the sign. For example, 30 sq. ft. of sign area = 60 sq. ft. of landscaped area. Diamond Har Development Code Article III - site Pbmdng Nwtatber 3,1998 M-2" f. Signs shall containan Arabic number address plate identifying the projector use by specific street address. The address plate shall not exceed four square feet of sign face area. Numbers dudl be a znin�n of flu-ee inches *'in height and shaU be clearly visible from the adjacent street Address plates shall not be calculated against the permitted sign face area C. - Freeway -oriented si . On-site and off-site free:standing signs may be P S -permitted by Use Permit in heu of freeway-ortented wall signs fbr certain properties when they are visible from and adjacent to a freeway right-of-way in compliance with the faowing- 1. Signs are only for the purpose of advertising fuel, food, and/or lodging accommodations; 2. Freeway-Qr3ented signs are permitted only on freeway-Aacent sites for uses that are located within 200 feet of the freeway right-of-way; 3. It can be demonstrated that wall signage cannot be located on the building itself in a manner that will be visible to motorists traveling in either direction along the freeway; 4. Tiw height of a freestanding sign shall not exceed 25 feet above adjacent street grade of the freeway travel lanes (excluding on/off ramps); S. The maximum sign face area shall not exceed 10 feet in height and 20 feet in width If the site upon which lodging accommodations are located contains businesses engaged in the sale of food and fuel in addition to the place of lodging, these uses may also be identified on the freeway sign provided that a. No amore than one freestanding sign shall be permitted per site; b. Changeable copy signage is not allowed; c- The maximum size pe=tted for the freestanding sign is not exceeded; and d. No wall signs are visible from the freeway for uses identified on the freestanding Sign. e. Signs shall be separated by a minimum, distance of 1,320 feet. r1i 1. Sages small be mounted only on the front or sides of a marquee, or suspended below. 2 Signs shall not project more than six inches from the face of a marquee. 3. Signs shall not extend above the top of a marquee. Diamond Bar LleveUgmeat Code Acle M - site Planning Now — 9,1998 M -U0 Sign St uulards 2236 4. A clear distance of eight feet shall be maintained from the lowest part of a suspended sign -tea -the -ground -below. E. Neon signs and architectural lighting. The use of neon tubes for signs or architectural elements shall be pemutted in commercial zoning districts only subject to the following MTairements: 1_ Nene signs and linear tubing shall be UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed with a maximum 20 amps per circuit and be designed to accommodate a dimmer in order to seduce the brightness of the neon; 2. The neon manufacturer shall be registered with Underwriters Laboratories, 3. Neon tubing shall not exceed one half inch in diameter, 4. Neon lighting adjacent to residential uses shall not exceed one half footcandle measured at the property line; S. Neon tubing shall not be combined with any reflective materials (e.g., mirrors, polished metal, highly -glazed tiles, or other similar materials); 6. When used as an architectuml wlament, neon tubing shall be used only to reinforce specific architectural elements of the structure and shall be concealed from view whenever possible through the use of parapets, cornices, or ledges; and 7. Neon signs hung inside a storefront window shall not occupy more than 25 percent of the window area. F. Temporary signs. L Temporary special event signs. A special event sign or banner is intended to inform the public of a unique happening, action„ purpose, or occasion, (e.g., grand opening or community event), and shall comply with the following standards: a. Aor commercial center may be allowed to display special event signs or banners a grand opening or similar event for six periods per calendar year for a maximum of fourteen days per event, with a minimum of 30 daps between events. Sign area is limited to 50 square feet; b. An organization maybe allaweci to display special event signs or banners many zoning district for a period of up to two weeks. Periods up to 60 days array be approved by the Director if the applicant provides written justification. Sign area is limited to 50 square feet. Inflatable devices shall not exceed three feet inn diameter; and c. Special event signs shall not include promotional advertising. 2. Temporary advertising/promotional signs and devices. Temporary advertising/ promotional signs painted on a window or constructed of paper, cloth, or similar Diamond Bar Development Code Asticle M -site Pbaning November s, 2"e M-142 m Sips and Ofiter devicesmay be displayed for a MaXZnum of 30 days within a 90 clay period3 and InMumm, of 90 clays per calendar year to promote a particular event, . J, •.i. • •,.• b. The total am of all tmnporarysagns and banners Shan not exceed 25 square feet • e' c. Inflatable devices are allowed on freeway oriented parcels in a commercial zo district. • • balloons •Inflatabledevices•exceed J ht of • i feet above finished grade, . d. The area of temporary sqpn attadhed to, or pamted on windows shall not exceed 25 percent of the window area; OEM=-- • storyf. Sips shall not be located above the edge of the roof or abme the sill of the second • • on multi -story • - the identification of a new business until permanent SISM can be erected are allowed for a period not to exceed go days. One time extension may be granted by the Director. Maximum sign area is limited to 50 square feeL 4• TeMPO s°y subdivision suns. Thelacement of � bdivisi identification/directional signs shall comply with the following Standards. a. Signs may contain only the name of the subdivision, name of the developer and/or agent, an identification emblenn, sales price, and directional message; b. A maximum of two on-site signs may be located within the project; c. The total area of each sign shall not exceed 32 square feet; d. The height of each sign shall not exceed six feet, e. 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Box 4655 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 The property-owner/applicant, Mathew Tachdjian, Col -Am, Properties, LLC is requesting to install signs for the Diamond Bar Honda dealership and approved dealer expansion/car wash/lube facility. The proposed signs consist of an electronic reader board, three monument signs, two canopy signs and one dealership identification wall sign. The project site is located at 515-525 S. Grand Avenue (Parcels 1, 2, 3 and 4 of Parcel Map No. 15625 totaling to 4.85 acres). 01 Currently, t developed wi Burger King the Planning construction near future. he project site is partially developed. Parcel 1 is th a Honda dealership. Parcel 2 is developed with a restaurant. Parcels 3 and 4 are undeveloped but have Commission's approval to expand the dealership and a car wash/lube facility, which should occur in the The General Plan land use designation for project site is General Commercial (C). Pursuant to the General Plan, this land use designation provides for the establishment of regional, freeway - oriented, and/or community retail and service commercial uses. The zoning designation for the project site is Regional Commercial (C-3). This zoning designation permits a wide range of uses (i.e. retail trade, services, fueling/service stations, vehicle repair/maintenance, auto sales, car washes, restaurants, etc). Generally,.the following zone and uses surround the project site: to the north is the Burger King restaurant, Diamond Bar Honda dealership, C-3 Zone and the boundary for City of Industry; to the south is the Pomona (SR 60) Freeway; to the east is Grand Avenue and boundary for the City of Industry; and to the west is Old Brea Canyon Road and boundary for the City of Industry. The -applicant owns Parcel 1 (Diamond Bar Honda), Parcel 2 (Burger King restaurant), Parcels 3 and 4. Parcel 2 is leased to Burger King. Currently, the project site contains a freeway -oriented freestanding sign which was approved (CUP 89-528) in 1990. The sign's height is 40 feet. A portion of the sign's base, 15 feet, is below Grand Avenue. The remaining portion of the sign extends 25 feet above top -of -curb at Grand Avenue. The sign face area is approximately 460 square feet and is fully illuminated. The sign currently identifies Diamond Bar Honda and Burger King. Also, Burger King has a monument sign located on Parcel 2 and Diamond Bar Honda utilizes wall signs, roof sign and monument sign on Parcel 1. ANALYSIS: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM The purpose of a Conditional Use Permit is to provide a process for reviewing specific activities and uses whose effect on the surrounding area cannot be determined before being proposed for a particular location. The review will consider location, design, configuration and potential impacts to ensure that the proposed use will protect the public health, safety and welfare. In this case, the Conditional Use Permit process is utilized for the freeway -oriented freestanding electronic reader board sign. 2 The —purpose ofacom]7�-r-(�he—ri-s—:L-ve—S-i-gri—Program project's signs with the design of structures to achieve a unified architectural statement. A Comprehensive Sign Program provides a means for the flexible application of sign regulations for multi -tenant projects and other users of multiple signs in order to encourage creativity and provide incentive and latitude in the provisions of multiple signs. A Comprehensive Sign Program is required whenever five or -more signs are proposed for a new or existing development and whenever two or more signs are requested by a single tenant in an existing multi -tenant project that is not currently covered by a Comprehensive Sign Programa The number of requested signs and the project site being a multi -tenant commercial development complex meets the criterion for a Comprehensive Sign Program. Proposed. Signs 0 Freestanding Electronic Reader Board Sign The applicant is requesting to install a freeway -oriented freestanding sign with an electronic reader board. The sign height from the base to the highest point is 65 feet and extends approximately 53.5 feet above top -of -curb at Grand Avenue. A portion of the sign's base, 11.5 feet, is below Grand Avenue. The message center's sign face area is approximately 373 square feet. The sign area above the message center is approximately 233 square feet. The sign face area below the message center is approximately 470 square feet. The total sign face area is approximately 1,074 square feet. This sign will have text identifying Diamond Bar Honda, Union 76, Burger King, car wash and quick lube. The text will reflect corporate colors as identification for each business. The pole and surrounding cabinet will be aluminum with white Tex -Cote finish. It will be located in the same area (Parcel 4) as the existing freeway -oriented sign which is approximately 40 feet high with a total sign face area of approximately 460 square feet. The existing sign extends 25 feet above top -of -curb at Grand Avenue. 0 Monument Signs Three monument signs are proposed. The first monument sign is 12.5 feet in height with a sign face area of approximately 52.56 square. This sign will display the Honda corporate logo with the "Honda" name in text. It is an aluminum sign with letters in foamed plastic. The background will be blue with letters and logo in white. The reveal and base will be painted white. These colors reflect the new image of Honda 3 that will be utilized in the eventual remodel of the dealership. This monument sign will have interior illumination. It will be located on Parcel 1 adjacent to Grand Avenue at the dealership's main driveway. It is required that the sign be located a minimum 10 feet behind the ultimate right-of-way. The second monument sign will be located on Parcel 3 at the driveway adjacent to Old Brea Canyon Road, a minimum 10 feet behind the ultimate right-of-way. It will be aluminum, -5.5 feet in height and have a sign face area of 30 square feet with interior illumination. This sign will identify fuel pricing, Union 76 and the car wash. Blue vinyl will be utilized for the background over white plastic with the Union 76 circle in orange and text and numerals will in white.-. The third monument sign referenced in Exhibit "A" was to be located on Parcel 3 adjacent to Grand Avenue. However, it will be deleted from this application. This sign would have identified Burger King, Union 76, the car wash and quick lube facility. The existing Burger King monument sign will remain instead. ® Wall Sign The wall sign will be located on the service center building, adjacent to and facing the freeway. The service center building will be constructed on Parcel 4 where the approved dealership expansion will occur. This illuminated sign's text will consist of "Diamond Bar Honda", the corporate logo and a wave line graphic. The total area of this sign is 266.5 square feet with the text is 60.58 square feet, logo at 70 square feet and wave line at 80 square feet. The colors include Honda blue for the text, logo and wave line. 0 Canopy Signs Two canopy signs are proposed for the gasoline island related to the car wash facility. Each canopy sign contains the Union 76 logo which is seven square feet. The canopies are illuminated with a white background and the logos are blue and orange, the typical corporate colors. Pursuant to the Development Code, the project site is considered a multiple tenant site which is defined as a commercial development consisting of two or more separate businesses that shared either the same parcel or structure and the use common access and common parking facilities. With the approval of the recent dealership expansion and car wash/lube facility, the project site meets this criterion. 0 As a multiple tenant site, the following signs are permitted: Sign Type Max. Number Max. Area Max. Location Lighting Height Allowed? Monument 1 per 72 sq. ft. 6 ft. 10 ft. from property Yes street lines or ultimate frontage right-of-way Wall 1 per bldg. 1.25 sq. ft. Below Within provided sign Yes frontage of sign area edge of band area & shall not per linear roof cover more than 80% of ft. of bldg. sign band area; frontage, max. 125 sq. ft. per use Canopy/ 1 per use Single row of On valance only Yes -awning text/numbers Additionally, it is required that address numerals with numbers a minimum of three inches in height and not exceeding four square feet of area be placed on the monument signs. Said numerals shall be clearly visible from the adjacent street. Furthermore, landscaping shall be provided at the base of the supporting structure equal to twice the area of one face of the sign. The architectural style of the proposed signs will be consistent with the approved architectural style of the Honda dealership expansion, car wash/lube facility and the eventual remodel of Diamond Bar Honda. The proposed signs will also be compatible with the new image of the Honda stores as prescribed by the Honda Corporation. The proposed signs do not comply with current Development Code standards except for the canopy signs and the fuel pricing monument sign (referenced above as the second monument sign). The freeway -oriented freestanding electronic reader board sign is prohibited by code. The Honda dealership monument sign (referenced above as the first monument sign) is prohibited due to the height and sign face area. The third monument sign is prohibited due to height and location. The wall sign is prohibited due to sign face area. If the Planning Commission recommends approval of Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 and City Council adopts this amendment, the proposed freeway -oriented freestanding electronic reader board sign, monument signs and wall sign will be in compliance with the amendment and could be approved. If the Planning Commission recommends approval of Development Code Amendment 2001-02 to City Council, then the Planning Commission could approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06 and Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2000-01 pending City 5 Council also. Then all applications will be presented to the City Council's adoption of Development Code Amendment No. 2001- 02. The electronic reader board will feature advertisement for Diamond Bar Honda. Graphics, as well as text, may be part.of the message. The message center will be turned on at 5:00 a.m. each day and turned off at midnight. The applicant is offering 10 percent of the message time for community service announcements to the City at no charge. The messages would be related to City events and occasions. Text and graphics may be utilized. Off-site advertising/messages will not be permitted. The 10 percent time frame will be evenly distributed between 5:00 a.m. and midnight. The proposed process and general guidelines utilized for the publishing of messages are as follows: ® One person and/or department would be appointed and made responsible for coordinating on a weekly basis with all the various City departments the message that the City desires to display; ® The one person and/or department would be responsible for prioritizing which messages are to be display for the week ended then fax those messages to the programming staff of Electra -Media, Inc. (EMI) at (310) 725-0817; Messages would be written on the EMI ad express form. The grids on the form approximate or illustrate the number of lines and size of text the can be displayed on the reader board; and ® Messages should be brief so they can be easily read. Messages will be displayed per Caltrans regulations. As a result, each message will appear static for four seconds, fade off for one second, and then the next message will continue in the same sequence, etc. There will be no continuous motion, animation, or flashing. The electronic reader board's illumination intensity is measured in footcandle. The average light measurement of the sign at 100 yards is four footcandles. The average footcandles from the end of the sign to 50 yards is two footcandles. This is equivalent to the light level transmitted by a typical streetlight in a residential neighborhood. To control extraneous light, the electronic sign will be manufactured with directional louvers. The louvers are horizontal, installed above the lamps and angled to direct light to the freeway. They are constructed of aluminum and painted flat black to control light reflection and glare. 7-0 The actual lamps are recessed back into the cabinet and no part of the lamp protrudes past the face.of the display, thereby controlling the angle of light towards the freeway. An automatic dimming device with multiple settings will be install to dim the light at night and reduce and control halo and glare. The electronic reader board sign will be installed perpendicular to the freeway; therefore each sign face will be viewed from the freeway. The City of Diamond Bar currently has several freestanding freeway -oriented signs. These signs are related to the sale of fuel, food and/or lodging. Several signs advertise fuel sales and were installed before the City was incorporated. In 1991, the City approved a freeway -oriented freestanding sign for the Best Western Hotel. This sign is 60 feet tall and has a sign face area of 128 square feet. The City approved.another such sign in 1999. This sign advertises McDonald's/Chevron and the City of Diamond Bar. It is 62.83 feet and has a sign face area of 301.92 square feet. CONCLUSION: The project site is an important commercial area to the City of Diamond Bar in light of its location adjacent to the freeway and Grand Avenue. According to the applicant, approximately 250,000 people per day pass by Grand Avenue on the freeway. The site is located at the northwest city limits adjacent to the City of Industry. It is isolated from other commercial development within the City of Diamond Bar and City of Industry. Therefore, businesses located on the project site depend on passerbys or word-of-mouth for customers. The proposed signage will provide better freeway and Grand Avenue identification and visibility. Pursuant to the General Plan, the City should minimize sales tax leakage out of Diamond Bar and encourage the retention, rehabilitation, refurbishment, and/or expansion of revenue generating uses in sufficient quantities to meet the City's needs. The proposed signage including the electronic reader board will serve to further the City's economic development goals. The type of signage proposed is an important element in allowing competitive opportunities and to capture our fair share of sales tax revenue. This project, if approved, will benefit the City and the Honda dealership by increased sales. The proposed signage is consistent with the advertising permitted along freeway corridors in nearby cities. Attached to the staff report is a matrix outlining the standards of several cities in our area along with several elevations depicting electronic a reader boards in other cities. These signs vary in size and style but are similar to the electronic reader board sign proposed by Diamond Bar Honda. The project site is well removed from residential and commercial uses. This will serve to minimize possible negative impacts upon the community that the -proposed signs -may cause-. - Additionally, conditions of approval will also minimize possible negative impacts. The signs proposed are more attractive than what is existing on site. The electronic reader board offers the City a chance not only for identification but also for communityservice announcements. As a condition of approval in the draft resolution, the applicant will be required to remove all existing dealership wall/roof signs, the existing monument.sign located adjacent to Grand Avenue and the existing freeway -oriented freestanding sign. Additionally, the new signs shall not be installed prior to final inspection or Certificate of Occupancy of the dealership expansion and car wash/lube facility. Furthermore, the applicant will be required to remove all flags, balloons and inflatable devices that have not been approved through the Temporary Sign Permit process. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)j Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period began September 17, 2001 and ended October 6, 2001. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletinandthe San Gabriel Valley Tribune on September 17,2001. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately four property owners within a 700 -foot radius of the project site and the public notice was posted in three public places on September 13, 2001. Furthermore, the project site was posted with a display board'on September 13, 2001. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06, Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2000-02, Negative Declaration No. 2001-03, Findings of Fact and conditions as listed within. the resolution. REQUIRED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS: 1. The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning districts with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Development Code and the Municipal Code; 2. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; 3. The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; 4. The subject site is physically suitable for the type intensity/intensity of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints; 5*. Granting.the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or interest to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),. REQUIRED COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM FINDINGS: 1. The Comprehensive Sign Program satisfies the purpose of this Chapter 22.36 -Sign Standards in the intent of this Section; 2. The signs enhance the overall development, are in harmony with, and are visually related to other signs included in the Comprehensive Sign Program and to the structure and/or users they identify, and to the surrounding development; 9 3. The Comprehensive Sign Program accommodate future revisions which may be required to changes in uses or tenants; and 4. The Comprehensive Sign Program complies with the standards of this Chapter, except that flexibility is allowed with .regard to sign area, number, location, and/or height to the extent that the Comprehensive Sign -Program will enhance the overall development and will more fully accomplished purpose of this Chapter. Prepared by: A401" 4. 6564� � Arif J. LtMgu,(/Asso'- ate Planner F__ Attachments: 1. Draft resolution; 2. Exhibit "A" - site plan, sign elevations dated October 9, 2001; 3. Applications; 4. EMI ad express form; 5. Matrix providing information related to electronic reader boards in other cities; and 6. Elevations of the reader board signs in other cities. Oft, PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-06, COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2000-02 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2001-03 IN ORDER TO INSTALL A FREEWAY -ORIENTED FREESTANDING ELECTRONIC READER BOARD, TWO MONUMENT SIGNS, TWO CANOPY SIGNS AND ONE DEALERSHIP IDENTIFICATION WALL SIGN. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 515-5-25 S. GRAND AVENUE, (PARCELS 1, 2,3 AND 4 OF PARCEL MAP 15625) DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS. 1. The property owner/applicant Mathew Tachdjian of Col -Am Properties, LLC and agent, Rod Wilson of Electra -Media, Inc. (EMI) have filed an application for Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06, Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 and Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2000-02. The project site is located at 515-525 S. Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit and Comprehensive Sign Program shall be referred to as the "Application". 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar on October 9, 2001 conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. At that time, the public hearing was opened, public comments were heard and the public hearing was concluded. 3. Notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers on September 17, 2001. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately four property owners of record within a 700 -foot radius of the project and the public notice was posted in three public places on September 13, 2001. Furthermore, the project site was posted with the required display board on September 13, 2001. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 1. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative 1 Declaration No. 2001-03 has been prepared by the City of Di d ar in compliance with the requirement of the California Environmental Quality g and guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15070. The g Declaration's review period began September 17, 2001 and ended October 6, 2 01. Furthermore, Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 reflects the independent judgement of the City of Diamond Bar. The Planning Commissiom hereby- specifically -finds -and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this. Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a somewhat rectangular -shaped commercial development complex consisting of four parcels (Parcel Map 15625, Parcels 1, 2, 3 and 4) totaling to approximately 4.85 acres. Currently, the project site is partially developed. Parcel 1 is developed with a Honda dealership. Parcel 2 is developed with a Burger King restaurant. Parcels 3 and 4 are undeveloped but have the Planning Commission's approval to expand the dealership and construction a car wash/lube facility, which should occur in the near future. The project site's topography begins at an elevation of approximately 699 feet, at Grand Avenue and slopes down to Old Brea Canyon Road to an elevation of approximately 677 feet. Both parcels contain easements for Los Angeles County flood control and storm drain and Southern California Edison. (b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of General Commercial (C). Pursuant to the General Plan, this land use designation provides for the establishment of freeway -oriented, and/or community retail and service commercial uses. (c) The project site is within the Regional Commercial (C-3) Zone. This zoning designation permits a wide range of uses (i.e. retail trade, services, fueling/service stations, vehicle repair/maintenance, auto sales, car washes, restaurant's, etc.) (d) Generally, the following zones and uses surround the project site: To the north is the Burger King restaurant, Diamond Bar Honda dealership, C-3 Zone and boundary for the City of Industry; to the south is the Pomona (SR -60) Freeway; to the east is Grand Avenue and boundary for the City of Industry; and to the west is Old Brea Canyon Road and boundary for the City of Industry. The applicant owns Parcel 1 (Diamond Bar Honda), Parcel 2 (Burger King restaurant), Parcels 3 and 4. Parcel 2, is leased to Burger King. (e) The Application request is to install the following signs: A freestan in 1, a- ign fraeway;;oriented-electronic-reader-board-sign-65-feet-in-height-with- s g A9— face area of approximately 1,074 square feet which includes the electronic reader board; three monument signs, one at 12.5 feet in height with a sign face area of approximately 52.56 square feet displaying the Honda corporate logo and "Honda" name in text, one at 5.5 feet in height with a sign face area of 30 square feet identifying fuel pricing, Union 76, the car wash and lube facility; two canopy signs at seven square feet each displaying the Union 76 corporate logo and another at 6.5 feet in. height with a sign face area of 36 square feet identifying Burger King, Union 76 and car wash/lube facility; and one dealership identification wall sign with a sign face area of 266.5 square feet. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (f) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with will other applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code; Pursuant to Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02, the proposed signs are permitted within the C-3 Zone. As conditioned and amended herein, the proposed signs will comply with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code. . (g) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan.; The proposed signs are consistent with the General plan in that the signs will minimize sales tax leakage out of Diamond Bar and encourage the retention, rehabilitation, refurbishment, and/or expansion of revenue generating uses at the project site in sufficient quantities to meet the City's needs. The proposed signage including the electronic reader board will serve to further the City's economic development goals. The type of signage proposed is an important element in allowing competitive opportunities and to capture our fair share of sales tax revenue. This project, if approved, will benefit the City, the Honda dealership, Burger King and any other use of the project site by increased sales. There is no specific plan for the project area. As referenced in Item (f) above, the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan (h) The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; The architectural style of the proposed signs will be consistent with the approved architectural style of the Honda dealership expansion, car wash/lube facility and the eventual remodel of Diamond Bar Honda. The K, 4 proposed signs will also be compatible with the new image of AV stores as prescribed by the Honda Corporation. The signs proposed are more attractive than what is existing on site now. The electronic reader board offers the City a chance not only for City identification but also for community service announcements. As a condition of approval, the applicant will be required to remove all existing dealership- wall and roof signs, the existing Honda monument 'Oinarne-nt sign located adjacent to Grand Avenue and the existing freeway -oriented freestanding sign. Furthermore, the applicant will be required to remove all flags, ' balloons and inflatable devices that have not been approved through the Temporary Sign Permit process. The project site is located at the northwest city limits adjacent to the City of Industry. It is isolated from other commercial development within the City of Diamond Bar and City of Industry and is well removed from residential uses. Businesses located on the project site depend on passerby's or word-of-mouth for customers. The proposed signage will provide better freeway and Grand Avenue identification and visibility. Asa result, impacts to existing and future development are expected to be insignificant. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of the use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints; The project site, an existing commercial development complex is approximately 4.85 acres and as referenced in Item (h) above, the subject site is physically suitable to the proposed project. Access has been reviewed and the proposed signs do not interfere with the site's access and access has been deemed adequate. Utilities are existing. As referenced above in Items M, (g) and (h), the proposed signs will be compatible with adjoining land uses. The project contains Edison and storm drain easements. However, with these physical constraints all signs will be constructed out of all easements. Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; 7 As amended herein and as referenced in Items (g) through (k) and with appropriate permits and inspections, the granting of the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located (k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); N Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmenia-1#9tyJ ct ' t (CEQA), Section 15070, the City determined that a Negative DeclaTVay 1 . — .1 . - .— — - —1 - ---,I A1 ---Z:— rn-1— P No. 2001-03 on October 9, 2001. The Negative Declaration's review period began September 17, 2001 and ended October 6, 2001. Furthermore, Negative Declaration No. 2001-03 reflects the independent judgement of the City of Diamond Bar. COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM (1) The Comprehensive Sign Program satisfies the purpose of this Chapter 22.36 -Sign Standards in the intent of this Section, The purpose of a Comprehensive Sign Program is to integrate the project's signs with the design of structures on site to achieve a unified architectural statement. A Comprehensive Sign Program provides a means for flexibility when applying sign regulations for a multiple tenant project and users of multiple signs. The Program encourages creativity and provides incentive and latitude in provisions of multiple signs while achieving and not circumventing the intent of the Development Code Chapter 22.36 related to sign standards. The proposed signs satisfy the purpose of the City's sign standards and the intent of the Comprehensive Sign Program because all signs, as conditioned, comply with all sign standards including Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 regarding signs within the C- 3 zone. The proposed signs architecture compatible with the design of all structures on site. The signs reflect corporate colors, which reflect the corporate images, which is reflective of colors chosen for structures on site. Furthermore, the signs proposed are more attractive than what is existing on site. As a condition of approval, all existing signage will be removed except for the Burger King monument sign. (m) The signs enhance the overall development, are in harmony with, and are visually related to other signs included in the Comprehensive Sign Program and to the structure and/or users they identify, and to the surrounding development; As referenced above in Items (h), (1), 6) and (/), the proposed signs enhance the overall development because their architecture compatible with the design of structures on site. The proposed signs are in harmony with and visually related to each other. (n) The Comprehensive Sign Program accommodate future revisions which may be required to changes in uses or tenants; and Through the Comprehensive Sign Program minor future revisions to the Program are allowed with the Directors approval. Major revisions require the approval of the Planning Commission. However, sign rev ydue to a new tenant or use are permitted by the Development Code. (0) The Comprehensive Sign Program complies with the standards ofIthie Chapter, except that flexibility is allowed with regard to sign area, number, location, and/or height to the extent that the Comprehensive Sign Program will enhance the overall development and will more fully accomplished purpose of this Chapter. As referenced above in Items (m) and (n), the Comprehensive Sign Program complies with the standards of Chapter 22.36 except that flexibility is allowed with regard to sign area, number, location, and/or height to the extent that the Comprehensive Sign Program will enhance the overall development and will more fully accomplished the purposes of Chapter 22.36. 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, elevations and colors/materials board collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated October 9, 2001, as submitted and approved by the Planning Commission, as amended herein. (b) The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, applicant or by a duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste from residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It shall be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (c) The freestanding freeway -oriented electronic reader board sign shall comply with all Caltrans regulations. Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit verification of Caltrans' approval in writing to the City. (d) The illumination of the electronic reader board sign shall be subject to a 60 day fighting level review by the City after installation. (e) The freestanding freeway -oriented electronic reader board sign shall not exceed a sign face area of 1,000 square feet. The sign face area shall include the message center as well as all other areas identifying the businesses on site. 1.1 The applicant shall provide the City with a minimum of 10 ppem4prj he message time for community service announcements at no charg 10 V?�t percent-time-frame-shall-be-evenly-dis-tributed-between-5-.00-a-.mi.—and- midnight of each day. (g) Off-site messages/advertising shall not be permitted on any signs within the subject commercial development complex. (h) The existing freestanding freeway -oriented sign and all other signs on site except for the Burger King monument sign shall be removed prior to the issuance of any sign permits including the freestanding freeway -oriented electronic reader board sign. All flags, inflatable devices, etc. unless approved by this grant or by a Temporary Sign Permit shall be removed prior to the issuance of any sign permits. (i) The monument sign (referenced in the staff report as the third monument sign) located on Parcel 3, adjacent to Grand Avenue, identifying Burger King, Union 76 and car wash/lube facility shall be deleted from the .Comprehensive Sign Program and this grant. All monument signs shall contain Arabic number address plates identifying the project or use by a specific street address. The address plates shall not exceed four square feet of sign face area and numbers shall be a minimum of three inches in height and shall be clearly visible from the adjacent street. (k) Landscaping shall be provided at the base of the supporting structure of all monument signs equal to twice the area of one face of the sign. All landscaping shall be installed prior to final inspection. (1) The monument sign located on Parcel 1 and adjacent to Grand Avenue identifying Diamond Bar Honda shall not exceed a maximum height of 12 feet. (m) Permits for signs approved by this grant shall not be issued prior to final inspection or Certificate of Occupancy of the dealer expansion and car wash/lube facility. (n) Wall sign attachment shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 mph with an exposure "C". (o) Applicant shall show the location of disconnect switch, method of the I electric sign attachment to sign base and verification of U.L. approval. (p) Electrical conduit shall not be exposed. (q) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Codes (i.e. 1998 edition of the Uniform Building Code and the 1996 addition of the National Electrical Code) as well as the State Energy Code. 4 (r) Signs shall not be located within any easements. All mo P& r3 t igns shall be located a minimum of 10 feet from the ultimate right-of-waI41 (s) This grant shall not be valid unless Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02 is approved and in full force and effect. (t) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. (u) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if this project is not exempt from a filing fee imposed because the project has more than a derninimis impact on fish and wildlife, the applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. ' The Planning Commission shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, to: Mathew Tachdjian, Col -Am Properties, LLC, P.O. Box 4655, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 and Rod Wilson, Electra -Media, Inc., 4737 W. 156th St., Lawndale, CA 90260. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH OF OCTOBER 2001, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. 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DATE �."—"----- t— 35'-9° --- .47 -9 ---11 ¢-- ILLUMINATED DARK GRAY BACKGROUND. 24" HIGH "CITY OF LONG BEACH" LETTERS ARE BLUE WITH WHITE OUTLINE. ~-- ILLUMINATED DARK GRAY BACKGROUND. `WORTHINGTON" LETTERS ARE 30" HIGH. "FORD" LETTERS ARE 37,5" HIGH, BLUE LETTERS WITH WHITE OULINE. ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER: ONE DOUBLE FACE ELECTRONIC DISPLAY WITH 32 LAMPS HIGH x 96 LAMPS WIDE. 30 WATT INCANDESCENT LAMPS, EMI AND CAL TRANS STATE PERMIT TAG & LABEL TO BE MOUNTED ON END OF ELECTRONIC DISPLAY FACING FREEWAY, ILLUMINATED DARK CRAY BACKGROUND. 'EXIT' LETTERS ARE 22" HIGH, BLUE LETTERS WHITE WHITE OUTLINE. DARK GRAY STUCCO POLE COVER FINISH. ILLUMINATED CAL WORTHINGTON LOGO PANEL ANO/OR FUTURE BRAND PANEL SAN A. ry O`ECO FRS E—Y SIGN LOCATION MENINS r"_L ECTR.A—,-VEDIA AUTHOR17ED DAK T(1' ln�ii- ; firal rR (31 0)725-081 6 DAKTRONICS. INC HROUKINGS. SO 57006 PR-: WORTHINGTON FORD.Z LONG BEACH CA TIRE: 3296 30100 ID DIS;— �1PDATEO SPECS DES By G(b1pE : TAS B1iNANN MT OOK DATE 04-25-46 ApPN . 1 7030 - P08A - 81 370 DESCWPnON Br 50 scxc 1.1 1 rivAt., ie'S." I COMA7?,.. Y DEVELOPNOM DEPARTMENT FPL 21660 E. Copley Drive Suitt 190 DOPOSit S a4::2C. (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-1117 Rfteipt# CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATIONDate Roo' Applicant ROD W=SM I (lASt narno fint) Addmis 525 S. GRAND AVE. 4737 W. 156TH STRM B CA. 91765 JAMATr.. CA, 90260 phc* )209-594--6632 rime( ) 3 1 Lz?,5_-081 z Applicpu;t's ASew (Last: nam first) NOM: It is the applioant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Divctor in vaitiag of =y cbagd of the principals involved during tate processing of this cm. (Attach sepw= sheet, if neotawy, including names, adr1ressea, and sjpWurax of m=ibm of dLroam of corpora6aw.) Content; 7 cen% that I am the owner or the herdit descrZed property and joemit the V to Ik this (All mord Date /—,z CD C- i-:,:! Cerkficadon, Z, the undersigned, heivby cerz[fy uft&rpenalty of perjury that the hVOMMdon herdnproviTid is comet to the best 01 my knowledge. I D-) print Name ROD W1ISON or Signed, Daft 1/24/00 (Applicant or Agcnt) (Stred Lddress or uzct and lot numb=) b,m= OLD BM CANYON ROAD And GRM AVMM (sweet) ?roJeCESi2Z("MWM) 1.27 Project De4sity Previous cumrz � f P--o=tTJftofSiw VACANT 'U" applied fbr WALNUI VALLEY Domestic Water .Source FIAT'" COMPANY Company/District Method of Sewage Disposal L*A* COUNTY Sanitation Dist . rict 21 Grading of Lots by Applicant? YES NO X Amount (Show necessary . grading design on site plan or tent. map) LEGAL DESCRIPTION (All ownership comprising the proposed lots/project). If petitioning for zone change, attach legal description of exterior boundaries of area subject to the change.) PARCFT. I AND A OF PARCEL I PAGE 6 Project Site.. 59.275 SQUA VIME1 2 Gross Area - No. of Lots Area devoted to Structures open Space Residential project: J . and Gross Area No. of floors Proposed Density Units/Acres Number and types of Units N/A Residential Parking: Type N/A Required Provided Total Required Total Provided That such variance is - -wsary for the preservation of a substantial T erty right of the applicant such as that possessed by o-, ;rs of other property in the unve vicinity and .,jne. Such a variance is necessary for Diamond Bar Honda to stay competitive with neighboring Auto Centers where their Mt=iization of electronic message centers have proven successful in the ,increase of sales while eroding Diamond Bar Hon da's saleF—growth. The variance is critical to Diamond Bar Honda in order to not only maintain their market share but to increase sales. F. That the granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or be injurious to other property or improvements in the same vicinity and zone. Due to the relative isolated location of the site, the granting of this variance will not be materially detrimental to -the public welfare or be injurious to other propertyorimprovements in the same vicinity and zone. INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE 'C] A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant (Owner): Project Representative: DIAMOND BAR HONDA EMI NAME 525 S. GRAND A:VFIM ADDRESS DIAMOND BAR CA. 65 909-594-6632 PHONE # PENTAI 4737 W. 156TH STREET . ADDRESS IAWNDALEV CA. 9310260 310-725-0816 PHONE# Staff Use Tio'ect NO. 1. Action requested and project description: INSTALL NEW DOUBLE FACE FREEWAY IDENTIFICATION PYLON SI STING ISTING FREEWAY SIGN. NEW SIGN TO INCORPORATE AN -ELECTRONT ENTER AND ADDITIONAL NEW TENANT PANELS, 2. Street location of project:_ 515 S - GRAND AVENUE 3a. Present use of site: F]gE WAI-IRECIFICATION SIGN 3b. Previous use of site or structures: NONE 4. Please list all previous cases (if any) related to this project:_ N/A 5. Other related permit/approvals required. Specify type and granting agency. BVILpING RMTT 6. Are you planning future phases of this project? Y If yes, explain: 7. Project Area: Covered by structures, paving:_. Landscaping, open space: Total Area: 8. Number of floors: 9. Present zoning: COMMERCIAL 10. Water and sewer se- e: Domestic Public Water Sewers Does-service-exist-at-site?---Y--0-9--Y N� If yes, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? Y N Y N If domestic water or public sewers are not available, how will these services be provided? NOT NECESSARY FOR THIS SIGN Residential Projects: NOT -APPLICABLE 11. Number and type of units: 12. Schools: What school district(s) serves the property? NOT APPLICABLE Are existing school facilities adequate to meet project needs? YES NO If not, what provisions will be made for additional classrooms? Non -Residential projects: 13. Distance to nearest residential use or sensitive use (school, hospital, etc.) ONE (1) MILE 14. Number and floor area of buildings: J 15. Number of employees and shifts: 0 16. Maximum employees per shift: 0- 17. Operating hours: SAM — MIDNIGHT 18. Identify any: End products 0 Waste products, U Means of disposal 0 19. Do project operations use, store or produce harardous substances such as oil, pesticides, chemicals, paints, or radioactive ma s? YES NO:ti If yes, explain 20. Do your operations rec , any pressurized tanks? YES NOS If yes, explain 21. Identify any flammable, reactive or explosive materials to be located on-site. NONE Al SIGN SITE 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? YES NO If yes, explain 0 B. ENVIRONMENTAL IN'FORMATI(,. - 1. Environmental Setting—Project Site a. Existing use/structures— EXISTING FREEWAY IDENTIFICATION PYLON SIGN. b. Topography/slopes DIRT SITE WITH RETAINING WALLS. *c. Vegetation BMUE *d. Animals NON *e. Watercourses No= f. Cultural/historical resources N/A 9. Other N/A 2. Environmental Setting — Surrounding Area a. Existing uses structures (types, densities): HONDA DEALERSHIP, BURGERRING-- b. Topography/slopes DEVELOPED LANDSCAPES *c. Vegetation NONE - - *d. Animals NONE *e. Watercourses. NONE f. Cultural/historical resources N/A 9. Other N/A Answers are not required if the area does not contain natural, undeveloped land. 3. Are there any major tre.._. on the site, including oak trees? YES CNP! 4. 5 6. If yes, type and number. Will any natural watercourses, surface now patterns, etc., be changed through project development?: YES NO.; If yes, explain: Grading: Will the project require grading? YES NCO, HOWEVER, OWNER MAY DO GRADING LATER IN THE VICINITY. If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced on-site? YES. NO If not balanced, where will dirt be obtained or deposited? Are there any identifiable landslides or other major geologic uncompacted fill)? hazards on the property (including YES CO) If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? YES NO Distance to nearest fire station: 3600' 8• Noise: Existing noise sources at site: 60-57 FREEWAY Noise to be generated by project: NONE Fumes: Odors generated by project: NONE Could toxic fumes be generated? NO 9.. What energy -conserving designs or material will be used? NOT APPLICABLE CER=CAT ION: I i _-by certify that the statements furnished aboo..nd in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presento-are-=e and correct to the best of Date For. X Signature I qftl� ,n1&'v arcKmd - -=O4YW'vGCQ —E —..—E - -,-.) %" CHO.-.1a 'AY 4',Ybt9 *9 41% CNV H -Gym WID val101-1 w-W-31IG Nj� IfTII 'A' It M ol�� ct K 99416 Vo *BVH ONONVIC anN;IAV ONVaS'99-® N� - xoismydxa aasodozia-VCNOH HVEI cimoyma i tol his I I Z 0 .00 C, U-11 -q 1 01, z oloo lq ui 12. rrIg v i TM NY - UJ a; E r T D z UJ > z LT J. Ilk J Pal E", ANOPYLOGO 7 SQ.FT SCALE:3/8"= 1-0" QTY: TWO (2) 30' RECFIV-LO li 11 OF D[A 1 101-40 RAR, R 1-0G, - ElH '01 lim 18 42" L - CANOPY ELEVATION CANOPY LOGO AN INTERIOR ILLUMINATED ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTED SIGN WITH A PLASTIC FACE "76" GRAPHIC. BACKGROUND IS ORANGE 3-M VINYL #230-44. BLUE "76" IS 3-M VINYL #220-37. ALL VINYL OVER WHITE PLASTIC FACE WITH SHOE THRU WHITE AROUND "76". BLUE STRIPES ARE PAINTED BY PAINTING CONTRACTOR. SCALE:1 /2°=1'-0° n 5'X 6' MONUMENT SIGN AN INTERIOR ILLUMINATED ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTED MONUMENT SIGN WITH TWO EQUAL PANELS, 76 AND CAR WASH. 2'-4" )(2'-6" AND 1 PRICE PANEL C E IS ORANGE 3 BACIM VINYL D IS BLUE VINYL #230-37 OVER WHITE PLASTIC. 76 CIR #220-44 OVER WHITE PLASTIC. SHOW THRU WHITE GRAPHICS ON ALL 3 PANELS. P. SEE SITE PL^N W2 _may a 1p SCALE:1 /2'= Y-0" 0 HONDA MONUMENT SIGN AN ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTED SIGN WITH THE ICON AND HONDA LETTERS SECTION VACUUM FORMED PLASTIC. THE BACKGROUND IS BLUE PMS 285C WITH THE ICON AND LETTERS WHITE. THE REVEAL AND BASE ARE ALUMINUM PAINTED WHITE. INTERIOR ILLUMINATION IS FLOURESCENT LAMPS 800 MA HIGH OUTPUT. 1.1 SCALE:1/20=1'-(r'-* 6'X b' MONUMENT SIGN AN INTERIOR ILLUMINATED ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTED MONUMENT SIGN DIVIDED INTO 4 EQUAL PANELS. 76 PANEL 3-M VINYL #220-37 BLUE OVER WHITE PLASTIC. ORANGE IS 3-M VINYL #220-44 OVER WHITE PLASTIC. CAR WASH IS BLUE #230-37 OVER WHITE PLASTIC. BURGER KING IS AS FOLLOWS: 3-M CIRCLEBWE #VQ8747. YELLOW #VQ5971 GRAPHICS RED #VQ5970. WHITE BLOCK OUT VTV 9482 OVER WHITE PLASTIC. 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Items for consideration are listed on the attached agenda. I, Ruben Soriano, declare as follows: Community and Development Services I am employed by the City of Diamond of the Notice for the Regular Meeting of the Department. On October 5, 2001, I posted a copy g Diamond Bar Planning Commission, to be held on October 9, 2001, at each of the following locations: South Coast Quality Management Heritage Park gtr?g0'(j'0Canyon Road District Auditorium ''' ;bst �, + , CA 91765 r��, grief 21865 East Copley Drive �4t ,qtr -1_ L s, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. 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