PC Resolution-06-07-25-02PC RESOLUTION NO. 06-07-25-2
ARCHITECTURE CONTROL (AC) 01-03 MOD#2 &
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ADJUSTMENT 06 - 09
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO APPROVING A SIGN PROGRAM FOR AN
EXISTING AUTO DEALERSHIP AND A DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ADJUSTMENT TO ALLOW INTERNAL ILLUMINATION OF A
MONUMENT' SIGN FOR CAPISTRANO DODGE LOCATED AT 33301
CAMINO CAPISTRANO (APN 668-121-14; CAPISTRANO DODGE)
Whereas, Capistrano Dodge requests approval of a Sign Program to
construct five (5) building mounted signs and replace a sign cabinet for an existing
monument sign with a height of 20'-0", and a Development Standards Adjustment to allow
internal illumination of the monument sign. The property is General Plan designated as "QI"
(Quasi -Industrial) and is designated as "CM" Commercial Manufacturing on the Official
Zoning Map; and,
Whereas, the proposed project has been processed pursuant to Section 9-
2.301, Development, Review of the Land Use Code; and,
Whereas, the Environmental Administrator has reviewed the project pursuant
to Section 15061 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and has issued a
Class 1 (Existing Facilities) Categorical Exemption; and,
Whereas, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public meeting
on June 13, 2006 pursuant to Section 9-2.313 of the Municipal Code to consider public
testimony on the proposed project; and,
Whereas, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public meeting
on July 11 and July 25, 2006 pursuant to Section 9-2.313 of the Municipal Code to
consider public testimony on the proposed project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission of
the City of San Juan Capistrano does hereby make the following findings with respect to
the Development Standards Adjustment:
1. The requested adjustment is the most practical solution to the proposed project
because the internal lighting will only be placed in the proposed cabinet logos and
will not be used throughout the monument sign. The request will not cause a
negative impact on the property because only the sign copy will be replaced on the
existing sign/structure and the proposed project would result in a design similar to
the adjacent auto dealerships located along Camino Capistrano. The proposed
request is consistent with the purpose and intent of the Development Standards
Adjustment.
PC Resolution 06-07-25-2 2 July 25, 2006
2. The proposed project does not adversely affect the adjoining properties because all
of the adjacent auto dealerships contain an internally illuminated monument sign
with landscaping along the base. The applicant's request will be compatible with
the adjacent auto dealerships in the vicinity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission of
the City of San Juan Capistrano does hereby make the following findings with respect to
the Sign Program:
1. The monument sign is consistent with the size, area, and landscaping provisions of
Section 9-3.543 of the Municipal Code, because the monument sign incorporates
landscaping along the base of the sign, and is consistent with Section 9-3.543 which
regulates the maximum sign copy area in the CM (Commercial Manufacturing)
District. The proposed monument sign has a sign copy area of 48 square feet, and
the maximum area allowed is 60 square feet. The proposed program will also
involve the removal of the Dodge monument sign located on the Nissan property
thereby reducing the number of freestanding signs.
2. The building mounted signs are consistent with Section 9-3.543 of the Municipal
Code, because the Municipal Code states that within the CM District, building
mounted signs cannot exceed a maximum length of 25 feet and a maximum sign
area of 60 square feet. The proposed corporate signs are located on the east
elevation of the building and range from 7.2 square feet to 13.7 square feet for
corporate identification and the proposed colors are green, red and black. All
proposed signs have a maximum height of 24 inches and maximum length of 23
feet and a maximum sign copy area of 25 square feet and are proposed to be
internally illuminated. The proposed service sign has a height of 24" and a length of
23 feet and is proposed to be painted black without internal illumination. All sign
placement and dimensions in the program conform to the Sign Ordinance. The
signs are proportional in scale to the building elevation and with the overall building
mass.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Planning
Commission of the City of San Juan Capistrano hereby approves the project subject to the
conditions of approval contained in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein.
EFFECTIVE DATE & FINAL APPROVAL: This project action shall become
final and effective following expiration of the fifteen (15) day appeal period without filing of
an appeal, and the appeal period shall expire at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 9th, 2006.
PC Resolution 06-07-25-2 3 July 25, 2006
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 25th day of July, 2006, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Neely, Ratcliffe, Drey and Chairman Cardoza
NOES:
ABSTAIN: Vice -Chairman, Cohen
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ABSENT:
Robert za, Chairman
Molly Bogh, Planning Director, S cretary
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RESOLUTION #: 06-07-25-2
Exhibit A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Project #: AC 01-03 & DSA 06-09 Project Name: Capistrano Dodge
APPROVAL DATE:
July 25, 2006
EFFECTIVE DATE:
July 26, 2006
EXPIRATION DATE:
August 9, 2006
These conditions of approval apply to Architecture Control (AC) 01-03 Mod#2 &
Development Standards Adjustment (DSA) 06-09 located at the Capistrano Dodge auto
dealership, an application to approve a revised Sign Program for the site. Any
proposed change of use or expansion of the area or modifications to the site plan or
structures shall be submitted to the City Planning Department along with the required
application and fee, for review. For the purpose of these conditions, the term "applicant"
shall also mean the developer, the owner or any successor(s) in interest to the terms of
this approval.
General Conditions:
1. DSA 06-09 is granted to allow internal illumination of a monument sign
located at the Capistrano Dodge Auto dealership. AC Modification 01-03
#2 is granted to establish a revised Sign Program for Capistrano Dodge.
The proposed project is located at 33301 Camino Capistrano (APN 668-
121-14). This approval is granted based on the application materials
submitted by Jim Symons, JGS Permit Service on June 15, 2006, prepared
by Image Point on. May 5, 2006 including site plan, elevations, and
lettering details. These plans are approved as submitted and conditioned
herein, and shall not be further altered unless reviewed and approved by
the affected city departments. Minor modifications to this approval which
are determined by the Planning Director to be in substantial conformance
with the approved site plan, and which do not intensify or change the
number or location of signs or require any deviations from adopted
standards, may be approved by the Planning Director upon submittal of an
application and the required fee. If not appealed, this approval shall
become effective on the date of the Planning Commission's approval and
shall expire July 25, 2008, twenty-four (24) months after the effective date
of the approval unless the signs have been installed and all conditions of
approval have been met, or a time extension has been granted by the
City. Any application for an extension of time shall be submitted to the
Planning Department, along with the required fee, at least ninety (90) days
prior to the expiration date of this approval, except as otherwise approved
by the Planning Director.
Planning Commission Resolution 06-07-25-2 Final Conditions of Approval
AC 01-03 Mod#2 & DSA 06-09 July 25, 2006
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2. Approval of this application does not relieve the applicant from complying
with other applicable Federal, State, County or City regulations or
requirements.
3. All plans, specifications, studies, reports, calculations, maps, notes, legal
documents, and designs shall be prepared, signed, and stamped (when
required) only by those individuals legally authorized to do so.
4. The applicant.shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of San
Juan Capistrano and its officers, employees, and agents from and against
any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of San Juan Capistrano,
its officers, employees, or agents to attack, set aside, void, or annul any
approval or condition of approval of the City of San Juan Capistrano
concerning this project, including but not limited to any approval or
condition of approval of the City Council, Planning Commission, or City
Planner. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action,
or proceeding concerning the project and the City shall cooperate fully in
the defense of the matter. The City reserves the right, at its own option, to
choose its own attorney to represent the City, its officers, employees, and
agents in the defense of the matter.
5. The applicant shall be responsible for informing all subcontractors,
consultants, engineers, or other business entities providing services
related to the project of their responsibilities to comply with these
conditions of approval and all pertinent requirements in the San Juan
Capistrano Municipal Code, including the requirement that a business
license be obtained by all entities doing business in the City.
6. In the event that exhibits and written conditions are inconsistent, the
written conditions shall prevail. If there are any disparities between these
conditions and the plans or final revised plans that are approved for any
subsequent phase, the conditions and/or plans as stipulated in the later
approval shall prevail.
7. The use shall meet the standards and shall be developed within the limits
established by the Municipal Code as related to emissions of noise, odor,
dust, vibration, wastes, fumes, or any public nuisances arising or occurring
incidental to the establishment or operation.
8. The applicant shall pay all fees at the time fees are determined payable
and comply with all requirements of the applicable federal, state, and local
Planning Commission Resolution 06-07-25-2 Final Conditions of Approval
AC 01-03 Mod#2 & DSA 06-09 July 25, 2006
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agencies. The duty of inquiry as to such requirements shall be upon the
applicant.
9. All applicable approvals and clearance from other departments and
agencies shall be on file with the Building and Safety Department prior to
issuance of any permits, final inspections, utility releases and/or release of
securities, as specified in these conditions.
10. Pursuant to Section 8-1.03 of the Land Use Code, the project shall ensure
that all construction activities, which includes the delivery and/or recovery
of materials, supplies or construction equipment, shall be conducted in
accordance with the prescribed hours of operation as follows:
Monday through Friday
Saturday
7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Construction activity is prohibited on Sundays and on any federal holiday
unless waived by the Building Official. (PLN)
11. The applicant shall secure all applicable building permits for construction
of the proposed project as required by the Building Official. (B&S)
12. Final Planning Inspection. A minimum of one week prior to final inspection
by the Building and Safety Department, the applicant shall schedule a final
inspection by the Planning Department, and shall pay any outstanding
balance in the Developer Deposit Account assigned to this application.
(PLN)
13. On -Going Condition. All landscape and signs shall be maintained by
owner in a good and safe condition. No signs shall be allowed on the site
except in accordance with the approved sign program or as otherwise
permitted by a Special Activities Permit. By accepting these conditions of
approval, the applicant indicates concurrence with this approved Sign
Program and City's Sign Ordinance Section 9-3.543.
Responsible Agencies: B&S Building and Safety
ENG = Engineering Department
PLN = Planning Department
PW = Public Works Department
OCFA = Orange County Fire Authority
Planning Commission Resolution 06-07-25-2 Final Conditions of Approval
AC 01-03 Mod#2 & DSA 06-09 July 25, 2006
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APPROVAL DATE: July 25, 2006
EXPIRATION DATE: July 25, 2008
RESOLUTION NO.: 06-07-25-2
Applicant Acceptance of Conditions of Approval:
By:
Tana Koerting, Borrego Development Date
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