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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2010-240 111 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2010-24 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2008-01, A REQUEST TO PROVIDE NEW UNIFIED SIGNAGE FOR AN EXISTING MULTI -TENANT COMMERCIAL BUILDING, LOCATED AT 23525- 23555 PALOMINO DRIVE (ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 8281-024-053). RECITALS Property owner, The Abbey Company, and applicant, Quiel Bros. Sign Company, have filed an application for Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008- 01 to provide new unified signage for an existing multi -tenant commercial building located at 23525-23555 Palomino Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California ("Project Site"). Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Comprehensive Sign Program shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project." 2. The subject property is comprised of one parcel totaling 3.2 acres. It is located in the Community Commercial (C-2) zone and is consistent with the General Commercial land use category of the General Plan. 3. On July 26, 2010, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the Project site and public notices were posted at the City's designated community posting sites. In addition to the published and mailed notices, the project site was posted with a display board. 4. On August 10, 2010, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all interested individuals, and concluded said hearing on that date. RESOLUTION f NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 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 determines the Project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the provisions of Article 19, Section 15301 (g) (new copy on an existing on and off -premise signs) and Section 15311 (a) (on -premise signs) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, no further environmental review is required. C. FINDINGS OF FACT Based on the findings Diamond Bar Municipal hereby finds as follows: and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under Code (DBMC) Section 22.36.060, this Planning Commission Comprehensive Sign Program Findings (DBMC Section 22.36.060) The comprehensive sign program satisfies the purpose of this chapter and the intent of this section; The comprehensive sign program satisfies the purpose and intent of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code Section 22.36.060 by integrating the signage with the design of the existing and renovated buildings and having specific requirements for signs proposed for the building. 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 uses they identify, and to surrounding development; The proposed sign program enhances the overall development by complying with the City of Diamond Bar Design Guidelines. The color for the sign contrasts with the color of the building and is easily visible from a distance. The materials used for the monument sign incorporates colors and materials of the existing building and renovated restaurant building. The consistency of colors and materials will unite the look of the buildings with the wall signs and monument sign. The signs are sized to be appropriately scaled to the wall surface on which they are being placed, and will be located in such a manner that they will be properly centered and balanced with the architectural features of the building. In addition, the signs are in harmony with and visually related to the signs in surrounding developments through the use of similar materials such as acrylic and vinyl facing, colored trim caps and returns, and internal lighting. 3. The comprehensive sign program accommodates future revisions which may be required due to changes in uses or tenants; and The comprehensive sign program accommodates future revisions by having minor changes reviewed by staff and the Community Development Director, and any major changes to be reviewed by the Planning Commission. 4. The comprehensive sign program complies with the standards of Diamond Bar Municipal Code 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 accomplish the purposes of Chapter 22.36. 2 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-24 The comprehensive sign program complies with the standards of Chapter 22.36 and will enhance the overall development through consistency with the City's Design Guidelines for commercial signage, uniformity and easy identification of the signs, and neighborhood compatibility. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the proposed project, subject to the following conditions and the attached standard conditions: 1. Planning Division (a) The stone type and pattern to be applied to the monument sign shall match the existing renovated restaurant building. 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: The Abbey Company, 2940 Inland Empire Blvd. #125, Ontario, CA 91764; and Nancy K. Parker, Quiel Bros. Sign Company, 272 S. "I" Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF AUGUST 2010, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY:w'----- 6n'y Torng, Chd4 an I, Greg Gubman, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 10th day of August 2010, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Lee, Nelson, Shah, Chair/Torng NOES: Commissioners: None ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: VC/Nolan ATTEST: Greg Gubman, Secretary 3 CSP No. 2008-01 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008-01 SUBJECT: To provide new unified signage for an existing multi - tenant commercial building. PROPERTY The Abbey Company, 2940 Inland Empire Blvd. #125, OWNER(S): Ontario, CA 91764 APPLICANT: Nancy K. Parker, Quiel Bros. Sign Company, 272 S. "I" Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410. LOCATION: 23525-23555 Palomino Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul the approval of Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008-01 brought within the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and employees are made a party of any such action: (a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims. 4 Planning Commission Resolution No 2010-24 (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City defendants. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner. of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008-01 at the City of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. 3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business License, and zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-24, Standard Conditions shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all partied involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 9. All site, grading, landscape/irrigation, roof, and elevation plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment permit, etc.,) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three (3) days of this project's approval. 11. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department. 5 Planning Commission Resolution No 2010-24 B. FEES/DEPOSITS Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, and Public Works Department) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building permits, as required by the City. School fees as required shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to issuance of grading or building permit, whichever comes first. 2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project shall have no deficits. C. TIME LIMITS The approval of Development Review and Comprehensive Sign Program shall expire within two (2) years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the Planning Commission, on file with the Planning Division: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, and landscaping file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations. 2. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 3. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view 4. All structures, including walls, trash enclosures, canopies, etc., shall be maintained in a structurally sound, safe manner with a clean, orderly appearance. All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours by the property owners/occupant. E. SOLID WASTE 1. 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 approved herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, 6 Planning Commission Resolution No 2010-24 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 used has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this project. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2007 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the 2007 California Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal. 2. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 85 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. Application for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire by limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the Building Department. 4. Every permit issued by the Building Department shall expire if the building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit. 5. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. 6. Provide structural design for sign method of attachments. 7. Submit electrical plans showing all circuits. END 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-24 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2010-24 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2008-01, A REQUEST TO PROVIDE NEW UNIFIED SIGNAGE FOR AN EXISTING MULTI -TENANT COMMERCIAL BUILDING, LOCATED AT 23525- 23555 PALOMINO DRIVE (ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 8281-024-053). A. RECITALS 1. Property owner, The Abbey Company, and applicant, Quiel Bros. Sign Company, have filed an application for Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008- 01 to provide new unified signage for an existing multi -tenant commercial building located at 23525-23555 Palomino Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California ("Project Site"). Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Comprehensive Sign Program shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project." 2. The subject property is comprised of one parcel totaling 3.2 acres. It is located in the Community Commercial (C-2) zone and is consistent with the General Commercial land use category of the General Plan. 3. On July 26, 2010, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the Project site and public notices were posted at the City's designated community posting sites. In addition to the published and mailed notices, the project site was posted with a display board. 4. On August 10, 2010, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all interested individuals, and concluded said hearing on that date. 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 determines the Project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the provisions of Article 19, Section 15301 (g) (new copy on an existing on and off - premise signs) and Section 15311 (a) (on -premise signs) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, no further environmental review is required. C. FINDINGS OF FACT Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.36.060, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: Comprehensive Sign Program Findings (DBMC Section 22.36.060) 1. The comprehensive sign program satisfies the purpose of this chapter and the intent of this section; The comprehensive sign program satisfies the purpose and intent of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code Section 22.36.060 by integrating the signage with the design of the existing and renovated buildings and having specific requirements for signs proposed for the building. 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 uses they identify, and to surrounding development; The proposed sign program enhances the overall development by complying with the City of Diamond Bar Design Guidelines. The color for the sign contrasts with the co/or of the building and is easily visible from a distance. The materials used for the monument sign incorporates colors and materials of the existing building and renovated restaurant building. The consistency of colors and materials will unite the look of the buildings with the wall signs and monument sign. The signs are sized to be appropriately scaled to the wall surface on which they are being placed, and will be located in such a manner that they will be properly centered and balanced with the architectural features of the building. In addition, the signs are in harmony with and visually related to the signs in surrounding developments through the use of similar materials such as acrylic and vinyl facing, colored trim caps and returns, and internal lighting. 3. The comprehensive sign program accommodates future revisions which may be required due to changes in uses or tenants; and The comprehensive sign program accommodates future revisions by having minor changes reviewed by staff and the Community Development Director, and any major changes to be reviewed by the Planning Commission. 4. The comprehensive sign program complies with the standards of Diamond Bar Municipal Code 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 accomplish the purposes of Chapter 22.36. 2 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-24 The comprehensive sign program complies with the standards of Chapter 22.36 and will enhance the overall development through consistency with the City's Design Guidelines for commercial signage, uniformity and easy identification of the signs, and neighborhood compatibility. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the proposed project, subject to the following conditions and the attached standard conditions: 1. Planning Division (a) The stone type and pattern to be applied to the monument sign shall match the existing renovated restaurant building. 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: The Abbey Company, 2940 Inland Empire Blvd. #125, Ontario, CA 91764; and Nancy K. Parker, Quiet Bros. Sign Company, 272 S. "I" Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF AUGUST 2010, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY: Torng, Chdeman I, Greg Gubman, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 10th day of August 2010, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Lee, Nelson, Shah, Chair/Torng NOES: Commissioners: None ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: VC/Nolan Greg Gubman, Secretary 3 ATTEST: CSP No. 2008-01 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008-01 SUBJECT: To provide new unified signage for an existing multi- tenant commercial building. PROPERTY The Abbey Company, 2940 Inland Empire Blvd. #125, OWNER(S): Ontario, CA 91764 APPLICANT: Nancy K. Parker, Quiel Bros. Sign CornPanV, 272 S. "I" Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410. LOCATION: 23525-23555 Palomino Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul the approval of Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008-01 brought within the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and employees are made a party of any such action: (a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims. 4 Planning Commission Resolution No 2010-24 (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City defendants. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner, of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2008-01 at the City of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. 3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business License, and zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-24, Standard Conditions shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all partied involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 7 The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 9. All site, grading, landscape/irrigation, roof, and elevation plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment permit, etc.,) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three (3) days of this project's approval. 11. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department. 5 Planning Commission Resolution No 2010-24 B. FEES/DEPOSITS 1. Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, and Public Works Department) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building permits, as required by the City. School fees as required shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to issuance of grading or building permit, whichever comes first. 2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project shall have no deficits. C. TIME LIMITS 1. The approval of Development Review and Comprehensive Sign Program shall expire within two (2) years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT 1. The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the Planning Commission, on file with the Planning Division: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, and landscaping file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations. 2. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 3. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. 4. All structures, including walls, trash enclosures, canopies, etc., shall be maintained in a structurally sound, safe manner with a clean, orderly appearance. All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours by the property owners/occupant. E. SOLID WASTE 1. 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 approved herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, 6 Planning Commission Resolution No 2010-24 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 used has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this project. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2007 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the 2007 California Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal. 2. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 85 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. Application for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire by limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the Building Department. 4. Every permit issued by the Building Department shall expire if the building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit. 5. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. 6. Provide structural design for sign method of attachments. 7. Submit electrical plans showing all circuits. END 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2010-24