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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3. PLN-21-00087 - 12202 ParamountCi*yofbown i DATE: MAY i /::: • 11IT111 iii iii iiii7 iiirf SUBMITTED/ REVIEWED BY: CRYSTAL 2 ! 1.. 1. INTERIM DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT *oe PREPARED Y: GUILLERMO ARREOLA, PRINCIPAL 4" E ; r SUBJECT: PLN-21-00087 (PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM) — A REQUEST FOR A PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM TO ESTABLISH SIGN STANDARDS FOR THE SIZE, LOCATION, AND APPEARANCE OF SIGNS ON AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL r Ryan Ybarra (hereinafter "the applicant") is requesting a Planned Sign Program to establish sign standards for a multi -tenant commercial building # - location,and appearance of - wall signs. Pursuant to Downey Municipal Code (DMC) Section 9610.04, a Planned Sign Program shall be required for a commercial site having three (3) or more. Based on the analysis contained in this report, staff is recommending that the Planning Commission adopt the following titled resolution: The site is zoned General Commercial (C-2) and has a General Plan Land Use designation of Office (0). The properties directly abutting from the north, east, south, and west have a zoning designation of C-2. - �..: - .ii:� • '# .. sir i `i .. '...: -# # '.## signs on an existing multi -tenant commercial building. Due to missing information, staff deemed the application incomplete on July 7, 2021. After multiple revisions, on April 14, 2022 staff deemed the application complete for further processing. The notice of pending public hearing was published in the Downey Patriot and mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site on May 5, 2022. DISCUSSION The Downey Municipal Code Section 9610.04 states that a Planned Sign Program must be approved by the Planning Commission before any sign permit is issued. The purpose of the proposed new Planned Sign Program is to allow for a total of three (3) primary wall signs and one (1) secondary sign with the potential of a fourth (4) primary future wall sign on the multi -tenant commercial building. Should Unit 1 be subdivided to create a separate tenant space fronting Alameda Street, the Planned Sign Program would allow for a fourth primary wall sign, as shown in the table below as Unit Number 4 (Optional Future Sign). The sign program will allow one wall sign per tenant space facing Paramount Blvd, and a secondary sign facing Alameda Street for "Unit 1" identified in the submitted site plan (Exhibit C). The combined maximum allowed sign area for the wall signs is 165.88 square feet with the propose 4 wall signs and up to 238.75 with the optional future fouth primary wall sign . All wall signs must be channel letter, may include logos in combination with channel letters, and must be internally illuminated. Signs will be centered above each tenant space's entrance and shall have a maximum height of 36 inches, including two (2) lines of copy wall signs. The length of each sign will vary dependent upon each tenant space's lineal frontage. The allowed wall sign area is calculated, per the Downey Municipal Code, as 1.5 square feet per lineal foot of tenant space frontage. The table provides detailed information on maxium allow signarea for each proposed tenant sign, as detailed in attached sign program (Exhibit C). Wall Sign Area Information Unit Number Store Frontage Max. Sign Max. Sign Heigh Max Sign Area Length: Length (75%) Total (1.5 sq. ft. per V-0" wall Frontage) 1 (primary) 41'-2" 20'-2" 36" (same for 2 61.75 sq. ft. lines of cop 1 (seconday) 26-6" 10'-2" 36" (same for 2 30.63 sq. ft (half- lines of copy size ofprimary) 2 16-6" 8'-0" 36" (same for 2 24.75 sq. ft. lines of copy 3 32'-6" 16-Y 36" (same for 2 48.75 sq. ft lines of copy 4 (Optional Future 48'-7" 24'-Y 36" (same for 2 72.87 sq. ft. Sin) lines of copy DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE The project did not require a review from the Development Review Committee (DRC). However, all proposed wall signs submitted at a later date will require all applicable departmental reviews during the plan check process to ensure sign program and code compliance. 12202 Paramount Boulevard — PLN-21-00087 May 18, 2022 — Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS The proposed project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Upon completion of this review, it has been determined that this request is categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section No. 15311 (Class 11, Accessory Structures). Categorical Exemptions are projects, which have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and have been exempted from the requirements of CEQA. Class 11 consists of projects that involve replacement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing commercial including on -premise signs. FINDINGS Pursuant to the requirements of DMC Section 9610.06 (Planned Sign Program), staff recommends that the Planning Commission make the following findings to approve the overall request: 1. The proposed sign is permitted within the zone and it complies with all applicable provisions of this chapter, the General Plan, and any other applicable standards. The subject commercial site is located within the C-2 (General Commercial) zone, which permits a variety of signage. The proposed Planned Sign Program will regulate the appearance of signs and limits the number of wall signs for each tenant space. The total allowable wall sign area for each tenant space will be 1.5 square feet of sign area per lineal foot of tenant space frontage, with a maximum sign copy area of 75 percent of sign area. The width of each sign shall not exceed 75 percent of the tenant leasehold frontage. Logos shall not exceed 25 percent of sign copy area. All proposed wall sign square footage will comply with the maximum allowable sign area permitted by the Downey Municipal Code. Approval of this Planned Sign Program will comply with Policy 8.3.1. of the City's General Plan, which calls for the enhancement of the views of property from public streets to exhibit a positive image, in this case, enhanced signage. The proposed Planned Sign Program will also comply with all other applicable provisions included in Chapter 6 (Signs) of the Downey Municipal Code. 2. The sign is in proper proportion to the structure or site on which it is located. The proposed illuminated channel letter wall signs will be well spaced and in proper proportion to the building facades of the tenant space. The size of the wall signs will vary based on the lineal foot frontage for each tenant space, and only those tenant spaces with multiple frontages are allowed a secondary sign. The letter height of all wall signs shall be a maximum of 36 inches. 3. The sign materials, color, texture, shape, height, and placement are compatible with the design of the structure(s), property, and neighborhood of which is a part. The illuminated channel letter wall signs will be compatible with the building's current architectural style and will create a more uniform appearance to the building and site. The Planned Sign Program will allow flexibility for logo signs by allowing their nationally recognized trademark image and colors. The neighborhood is commercially developed, and both the height and placement of the proposed wall signs will not negatively impact surrounding businesses. 12202 Paramount Boulevard — PLN-21-00087 May 18, 2022 — Page 3 PC Agenda Page 3 4. The sign's illumination is at the lowest reasonable level as determined by the City Planner, which ensures adequate identification and readability, and is directed solely at the sign or is internal to it. All new wall signs shall include LED internal illumination in order to reduce the brightness of the signs. The project has been conditioned to ensure that the LEDs and power supplies will be enclosed behind the channel letters attached to the wall. The conditions also include adjustments to the illumination of a sign if it is found that a nuisance is caused by any particular sign. 5. The sign is not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, or welfare. The proposed illuminated wall signs will be mounted at a sufficient height and location and will not affect pedestrian/vehicle access. The individual letters will be affix safely to the existing stucco fagade. All new wall signs will be subject to review and approval by city departments ensuring conformance with the Building Code and local and state electrical standards. As proposed, the new signs will not create a detrimental impact to the public interest, health, safety, and or welfare. 6. The sign complies with Section 9624, Lighting and Design Standards. All proposed signs on the building will be internally illuminated using LED light units. The signs will not conflict with Downey Municipal Code Section 9624. The conditions include adjustments to the illumination of a sign if it is found that a nuisance is caused by any particular sign. CORRESPONDENCE Staff had not received any correspondence as of the date this report was prepared. CONCLUSION Based on the analysis contained within this report, staff concludes that all required findings can be made in a positive manner, therefore staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Planned Sign Program (PLN-21-00087), subject to the recommended condition of approval. EXHIBITS A. Aerial Photograph, Location Map & Zoning Map B. Draft Resolution C. Planned Sign Program 12202 Paramount Boulevard — PLN-21-00087 May 18, 2022 — Page 4 Exhibit `A' — Maps AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH 12202 Paramount Boulevard — PLN-21-00087 May 18, 2022 — Page 5 PC Agenda Page 5 LOCATION MAP 12202 Paramount Boulevard — PLN-21-00087 May 18, 2022 — Page 6 ZONING MAP 12202 Paramount Boulevard — PLN-21-00087 May 18, 2022 — Page 7 RESOLUTION NO. 22- A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM (PLN-21-00087), REGULATING THE QUANTITY, SIZE, LOCATION, AND APPEARANCE OF SIGNS FOR A MULTI -TENANT COMMERCIAL PARCEL, LOCATED AT 12202 PARAMOUNT BLVD, AND ZONED C-2 (GENERAL COMMERICAL) 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. On June 23, 2021, Ryan Ybarra (hereinafter "applicant"), submitted a request for Planned Sign Program establishing the size, location, and appearance of all signs at the newly approved commercial development; and, B. On July, 7 2021, the application was deemed incomplete; and, on April 14, 2022, after receiving all necessary material and the application was deemed complete; and, C. On May 5, 2022, a notice of the public hearing was sent to all property owners within 500' of the subject site and the notice was published in Downey Patriot; and, E. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on May 18, 2022, and after fully considering all oral and written testimony, facts, and opinions offered at the aforesaid public hearing adopted this resolution. SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares the environmental impact of the proposed development has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Upon completion of this review, it has been determined that this request is categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section No. 15311 (Class 11, Accessory Structures). Categorical Exemptions are projects, which have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and have been exempted from the requirements of CEQA. Class 11 consists of projects that involve replacement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing commercial including on -premise signs. 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. The proposed sign is permitted within the zone and it complies with all applicable provisions of this chapter, the General Plan, and any other applicable standards. The subject commercial site is located within the C-2 (General Commercial) zone, which permits a variety of signage. The proposed Planned Sign Program will regulate the appearance of signs and limits the number of wall signs for each tenant space. The total allowable wall sign area for each tenant space will be 1.5 square feet of sign area per lineal foot of tenant space frontage, with a maximum sign copy area of 75 percent of sign area. The width of each sign shall not exceed 75 percent of the tenant leasehold frontage. Logos shall not exceed 25 percent of sign copy area. All proposed wall sign square footage will comply with the maximum allowable sign area permitted by the Downey Municipal Code. Approval of this Planned Sign Program will comply with Policy 8.3.1. of the City's General Plan, which calls for the enhancement of the views of property from public streets to exhibit a positive image, in this case, en1PU"d@PPTe 8 Resolution No. 22- Downey Planning Commission proposed Planned Sign Program will also comply with all other applicable provisions included in Chapter 6 (Signs) of the Downey Municipal Code. B. The sign is in proper proportion to the structure or site on which it is located. The proposed illuminated channel letter wall signs will be well spaced and in proper proportion to the building fagades of the tenant space. The size of the wall signs will vary based on the lineal foot frontage for each tenant space, and only those tenant spaces with multiple frontages are allowed a secondary sign. The letter height of all wall signs shall be a maximum of 36 inches. C. The sign materials, color, texture, shape, height, and placement are compatible with the design of the structure(s), property, and neighborhood of which is a part. The illuminated channel letter wall signs will be compatible with the building's current architectural style and will create a more uniform appearance to the building and site. The Planned Sign Program will allow flexibility for logo signs by allowing their nationally recognized trademark image and colors. The neighborhood is commercially developed, and both the height and placement of the proposed wall signs will not negatively impact surrounding businesses. D. The sign's illumination is at the lowest reasonable level as determined by the City Planner, which ensures adequate identification and readability, and is directed solely at the sign or is internal to it. All new wall signs shall include LED internal illumination in order to reduce the brightness of the signs. The project has been conditioned to ensure that the LEDs and power supplies will be enclosed behind the channel letters attached to the wall. The conditions also include adjustments to the illumination of a sign if it is found that a nuisance is caused by any particular sign. E. The sign is not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, or welfare. The proposed illuminated wall signs will be mounted at a sufficient height and location and will not affect pedestrian/vehicle access. The individual letters will be affix safely to the existing stucco fagade. All new wall signs will be subject to review and approval by city departments ensuring conformance with the Building Code and local and state electrical standards. As proposed, the new signs will not create a detrimental impact to the public interest, health, safety, and or welfare. F. The sign complies with Section 9624, Lighting and Design Standards. All proposed signs on the building will be internally illuminated using LED light units. The signs will not conflict with Downey Municipal Code Section 9624. The conditions include adjustments to the illumination of a sign if it is found that a nuisance is caused by any particular sign. 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 the Planned Sign Program (PLN-21-00087), subject to conditions of approval attached hereto, 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. Resolution No. 22- Downey Planning Commission SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18 th day of May, 2022 Patrick Owens, 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 18 1h day of May, 2022 by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: Mary Cavanagh, Secretary City Planning Commission PC Agenda Page 10 Resolution No. 22- Downey Planning Commission PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM (PLN-21-00087) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1) The approval of this Planned Sign Program approves the size, location, appearance, and number of the signs for a multi -tenant commercial center located at 12202 Paramount Boulevard. 2) Approval of this Planned Sign Program 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. 3) The City Planner is authorized to make minor modifications to the approved preliminary plans or any of the conditions if such modifications shall achieve substantially the same results as would strict compliance with said plans and conditions. 4) The Owner/Applicant agrees, as a condition of approval of this resolution, to indemnify, defend and hold harmless, at Applicant's expense, City and City's agents, officers and employees from and against any claim, action or proceeding commenced within the time period provided in Government Code Section 66499.37 to attack, review, set aside, void or annul the approval of this resolution, to challenge the determination made by City under the California Environmental Quality Act or to challenge the reasonableness, legality or validity of any condition attached hereto. City shall promptly notify Applicant of any such claim, action or proceeding to which City receives notice, and City will cooperate fully with Applicant in the defense thereof. Applicant shall reimburse the City for any court costs and attorney's fees that the City may be required to pay as a result of any such claim, action or proceeding. City may, in its sole discretion, participate in the defense of any such claim, action or proceeding, but such participation shall not relieve Applicant of the obligations of this condition. 5) An affidavit of Acceptance of Conditions, as provided by the City of Downey, shall be signed, notarized, and returned to the Planning Division within fifteen (15) days of approval. This approval will be considered invalid until this condition has been fulfilled. 6) Primary wall signs shall only be mounted on the store front fagades (facing the parking lot) of the subject buildings. Secondary wall signs for specific tenant spaces shall be mounted as indicated in the Planned Sign Program. 7) Prior to the issuance of any building permit for a sign, said sign shall comply with this Planned Sign Program, with exception of window signs and exempt signs, which shall comply with the requirements of the Downey Municipal Code. 8) Prior to the installation of new wall signs, the applicant shall obtain all required Building permits. The applicant shall also obtain all required building inspection for all signs. 9) The property owner shall notify all tenants that all individual tenant signs shall be brought into compliance with the Planned Sign Program at such time that the tenant's lease is renewed or when any changes are proposed to the sign, whichever occurs first. In any case, the property owner shall bring all signage into compliance within one (1) year of this Planned Sign Program approval. 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