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RESOLUTION NO. 11-2731 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING PLN-11-00180 (SITE PLAN REVIEW), A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A 900 SQUARE FOOT FREESTANDING
SHADE STRUCTURE IN ORDER TO CONDUCT THE EXTERIOR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF BUSES AND TRUCKS ON PROPERTY AT 9520 STEWART & GRAY ROAD, ZONED M-2 (GENERAL MANUFACTURING) THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey does hereby find, determine and declare that: A. An application was filed by Phil
Stutzel, (hereinafter "applicant") requesting PLN-11-00180 (Site Plan Review) to construct a 900 square foot freestanding shade structure, on property at 9520 Stewart & Gray Road, zoned
M-2 (General Manufacturing) (hereinafter “subject property”) (AIN 6284-026-026 & 027); B. On September 9, 2011, notice of the public hearing was sent to all property owners within 500’
of the subject site and the notice was published in the Downey Patriot; and, C. The Planning Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on September 21, 2011 and, after fully
considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at aforesaid public hearings, adopted Resolution No. 11-2731, subject to conditions of approval (Exhibit A).
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares the environmental impact of the proposed development has been reviewed and has been found to be in compliance
with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section No. 15303 (Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures). SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at said public hearings, the Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares
that: A. That the site plan is consistent with the goals and polices embodied in the General Plan and other applicable plans and policies adopted by the Council. These goals and policies
of the Downey General Plan (Vision 2025) are addressed as follows: Goal 8.1 of the Design Element is to “Promote quality design for new, expanded and remodeled construction” and Policy
8.1.1 seeks to promote architectural design of the highest quality. The applicant proposes to construct a freestanding steel structure that will convey the existing industrial theme
on site. Goal 9.1 of the General Plan is “Attract and retain businesses” and Program 9.1.1.5 seeks to continue the revitalization of commercial and industrial corridors. The proposed
structure will continue the revitalization efforts of Stewart & Gray Road and the proposed project translates into attracting another business to Downey. B. That the proposed development
is in accordance with the purposes and objectives of this article and the zone in which the site is located. The subject site is zoned M-2, which allows the construction of a new structure,
subject to the
Resolution No. 11-2731 Downey Planning Commission Site Plan Review – 9520 Stewart & Gray Rd September 21, 2011 – Page 2 approval of a site plan review application by the Commission.
The proposed project complies with all development standards and is consistent with the purpose of the M-2 zone. The Applicant has adhered to the City’s approval process for site plan
review, which resulted in the orderly development of the site while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding land uses. C. That the proposed development’s site plan and its design
features, including architecture and landscaping, will integrate harmoniously and enhance the character and design of the site, the immediate neighborhood, and the surrounding areas
of the City. Staff has attached conditions of approval to PLN-11-00180 (Site Plan Review), to ensure that the proposed development will integrate harmoniously and enhance the character
of the surrounding properties by providing a new modern appearance. The new structure incorporates steel frames with aluminum roof material. D. That the site plan and location of the
buildings, parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site features indicate that proper consideration has been given to both the functional aspects of the site development,
such as automobile and pedestrian circulation, and the visual effects of the development from the view of the public streets. The proposed freestanding structure would locate in an area
previously designated for a similar use on the site. As such; the site plan provides sufficient space to park buses and trucks and it provides sufficient space for vehicles to enter
and exit the property. E. That the proposed development will improve the community appearance by preventing extremes of dissimilarity or monotony in new construction or in alterations
of facilities. The proposed freestanding structure illustrates an architectural design that differs from other uses nearby, but incorporates building materials (steel and aluminum) found
on the nearby buildings. Staff has incorporated conditions of approval for PLN-11-00180 (Site Plan Review), to ensure that the proposed building will blend harmoniously with architectural
design of the surrounding buildings. F. That the site plan and design considerations shall tend to upgrade property in the immediate neighborhood and surrounding areas with an accompanying
betterment of conditions affecting the public health, safety, comfort, and welfare. The proposed structure’s design and color will integrate harmoniously with neighboring properties
to the north and west since these are currently developed with industrial buildings. The project will allow the expansion to improve the business further and increase its revenues significantly.
The proposed project is a new structure that complies with the current Building Code and Fire Code regulations for structural integrity and fire safety. G. That the proposed development’s
site plan and its design features will include graffiti-resistant features and materials in accordance with the requirements of Section 4960 of Chapter 10 of Article IV of this Code.
Section 4960 allows the City to consider imposing conditions reasonably related to the mitigation of the impacts of graffiti; however, the proposed freestanding structure will offer
very little surface area viewable by the public since the metal frame members are no more than 12” in width. Nonetheless, the Conditions of Approval for PLN-11-
Resolution No. 11-2731 Downey Planning Commission Site Plan Review – 9520 Stewart & Gray Rd September 21, 2011 – Page 3 00180 (Site Plan Review) will include a condition stating that
the design features will incorporate graffiti resistant materials. SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 3 of this Resolution, the Planning Commission of
the City of Downey hereby approves PLN-11-00180 (Site Plan Review), subject to conditions of approval attached hereto as Exhibit A, which are necessary to preserve the health, safety
and general welfare of the community and enable the Planning Commission to make the findings set forth in the previous sections. The conditions are fair and reasonable for the accomplishment
of these purposes. SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 21st day of September 2011. Robert Kiefer, Chairman City
Planning Commission I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof, held on
the 21st day of September 2011, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: Theresa Donahue, Secretary City Planning Commission
Resolution No. 11-2731 Downey Planning Commission Site Plan Review – 9520 Stewart & Gray Rd September 21, 2011 – Page 4 PLN-11-00180 (SITE PLAN REVIEW) EXHIBIT A -CONDITIONS PLANNING
1) The Downey Planning Commission grants this approval of PLN-11-00180 (Site Plan Review) for the installation of a 20’ wide x 45’ depth x 20’ high freestanding shade structure at 9520
Stewart & Gray Road, as shown on the approved plans. Deviations or exceptions from said site plan, other than those authorized by this resolution or those that do not impact other conditions,
shall not be permitted without the approval of the Downey Planning Commission. 2) Maintenance of buses and trucks at the proposed freestanding structure shall be limited to engine steaming
and exterior washing. 3) No dynamometer equipment shall be part of this application. If propose, the applicant shall return to the Planning Commission at a later date to include this
request. 4) Approval of PLN-11-00180 shall not be construed to mean any waiver of applicable and appropriate zoning regulations, or any Federal, State, County, and City laws and regulations.
Unless otherwise expressly specified, all other requirements of the City of Downey Municipal Code shall apply. 5) The Planning Commission shall retain jurisdiction to amend or add conditions
with public notice to assure compatibility with the purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. 6) PLN-11-00180
shall become null and void one (1) year after the adoption of this resolution, unless the construction or occupancy authorized by such Site Plan Review have been commenced within one
year after the granting of such approval and pursued diligently to completion. 7) All conditions of approval of PLN-11-00180 shall be complied with before this Site Plan Review become
valid. 8) The Applicant shall incorporate a copy of this Exhibit A, Conditions of Approval for PLN-11-00180, into the approved set of building plans. BUILDING 9) All construction shall
comply with the 2010 California Building Code and Title 24 of the California Energy Code. 10) Prior to the commencement of interior improvements, the applicant shall obtain all required
permits. Additionally, the applicant shall obtain all necessary inspections and permit final prior to beginning operation of the site. PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING 11) If applicable, the
applicant shall install all new utilities associated with this project underground.
Resolution No. 11-2731 Downey Planning Commission Site Plan Review – 9520 Stewart & Gray Rd September 21, 2011 – Page 5 12) All areas within the scope of work of this project shall comply
with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements of the Federal Clean Water Act; the General Construction Activities Stormwater Permit (GCASP) of the State,
the Stormwater Quality Management Plan (SQMP) of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, and Ordinance 1142 of the Downey Municipal Code. 13) If applicable, prior to the issuance
of demolition permits, the applicant shall complete a Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste Management Plan per Article V, Chapter 8 of the Downey Municipal Code. 14) If applicable,
the owner/applicant shall install a site drainage plan for the site (prepared and sealed by a registered civil engineer in the State of California) for approval by the Engineering Division
and Building and Safety Division. All lot(s) shall not have less than one (1%) percent gradient on any asphalt or non-paved surface, or less than one quarter (1/4%) percent gradient
on any concrete surface. 15) If applicable, the owner/applicant shall install a sewer main and sewer lateral (to the front property line) for each lot in the subdivision, and shall provide
that the design and improvements of sewers shall be to the standards of the City Engineering Division. Septic systems are not acceptable. 16) The owner/applicant shall obtain all necessary
plan approvals and permits and shall provide that the standards of improvements, construction materials, and methods of construction shall be in conformance with the Standard Plans and
Specification for Public Works Construction and as modified by the City of Downey’s Standard Plans and Specifications. FIRE 17) Plans to be submitted through Building and Safety and
shall comply with 2010 California Fire Code, 2010 California Building Code, current Downey Municipal Code Ordinances and any other pertinent requirements to be determined at time of
plan submission and review. 18) The applicant/owner shall install an approved Automatic Fire Sprinkler System to protect the permanent and transient contents of the new structure. 19)
If applicable, provide labeled shut-off valves /switches /controls with "Lock-out-Tag-out" capability for all energized equipment. H:\Community Development\Nguyen\CASES\Site Plan Review\9520
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