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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-07-29 4 "' MINUTES ' ' DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY - JULY 29, 1980 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. The meeting was called to order at 2:30 p.m. after a two and one-half hour study session. MEMBERS PRESENT: Al Cook Rick Holden Eric Johnson Charles Martin Chairperson Phyllis Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: Vern Barton Bernie Leung STAFF PRESENT: Stan Sawa On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Cook, the Board approved the Minutes of the meeting of July 15, 1980, with modifications to Case No. 214 MF. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson). II . On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Holden, the following case was approved by minute motion: Case No. 133 C - POUL MOLLER - final approval of plans for second story addition to commercial building at 72-055 Painters Path. III . CASES Case No. 91 C - HUGHES INVESTMENTS (c/o SGPA) - amendment to sign program to allow internally lit sign for StrawHat Pizza on the south side of Highway 111, east of Highway 74; Ron Brown and Chuck Stechman were present. The Board reviewed the submitted sign request of the applicant. The applicant discussed his reasons for needing a lighted sign. The possibility of better lighting for a permanent wood sign in compliance with the sign program was discussed and deemed desirable. It was noted that the proposed sign would not be compatible with the rest of the shopping center or Carl 's Jr. It was noted that Carl 's Jr. originally requested internally lit signs and was denied. On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Cook, the Board moved to deny this request. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson). Case No. 479 SA - ELVIN AISMAN (c/o MARY HENNESSEY) - approval of free-stand- ing motel sign for property located at 73-929 Larrea ,Street; Mary Hennessey was present. The Board reviewed the submitted sign and indicated a number of changes necessary. The Board felt that the sign should be a wood sandblasted sign which would be more compatible with the residential character of the area. Additionally, they felt the sign supports should be lowered two feet. On a motion by Martin, seconded by Johnson, the Board moved to approve this request, subject to the following revisions: 1. Sign to be wood sandblasted sign. 2. Supports for sign to be lowered two feet in order to reduce overall height of sign two feet. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson) . Case No. 214 MF (continued item) - KAUFMAN & BROAD - preliminary approval of plans for 22 unit condominium project at the southeast corner of Hovley Lane and Portola Avenue; Toni Quezada, Dave Wagner, Clark Butts and Bob Bucci were present. The Board reviewed the revised plans submitted by the applicant. There was an extensive discussion regarding energy concerns with the Board stating that they were concerned with the whole envelope and not just the walls. Also MINUTES .% , DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JULY 29, 1980 Page Two III. CASES (Continued) Case No. 214 MF - KAUFMAN & BROAD (Continued) discussed was the use of the same units in all three projects proposed by the applicant. The architect noted that the eave overhangs indicated on the roof plans are maximum overhangs. The architect stated that an orientation study would dictate the amount of overhangs provided. On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Cook, the Board moved to grant preliminary approval of the submitted plans, subject to the following revisions : 1. Solar heating shall be provided for the swimming pool . 2. Dense landscaping to be provided to screen the tennis court lighting from Portola Avenue. 3. Applicant to submit, with final working drawings, a study of solar concerns for the whole building envelope (walls , ceiling, air conditioning, double glazing, weather stripping). 4. All conditions of Development Plan 11-79 and Tentative Tract 14998 shall be complied with. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson) . Case No. 120 C - ERNEST W. HAHN, INC. - approval of revised preliminary site plan for shopping center at northeast corner of El Paseo extended and Highway 111; Ernest Hahn, Millard Archuleta, Don Fircher, Larry Moline, and Hany Tadros were present. The Board reviewed the revised plans submitted by the applicant. The appli- cant briefly discussed the changes and rationale behind the changes. The applicant indicated that there would be a net 35 feet of landscaping (18 feet on their property and 17 feet on Cal Trans right-of-way) along Highway 111 for landscaping and screening. It was indicated that there would be a maximum of four feet of berming of this area. Subsequent discussion indicated that because of the relative grade between the parking lot and Highway 111 additional berming or other screening may be necessary. The applicant stated landscaping materials will be significantly upgraded if the reduction in planter width is approved. The applicants submitted a modification to the parking area on the west side of May Company. The relocation of the Montgomery Ward T.B.A. was discussed with the Board feeling that the relocation was acceptable. The east-west road which runs adjacent to Rancho Grande between E1 Paseo and Monterey Avenue, was reviewed with the Board indicating a need to modify this road. The Board felt that some sort of jog should be provided to slow traffic and discourage through traffic. The applicant's Traffic Consultant explained the function of this road and how site circulation would work. The applicant agreed to provide a jog in this road with a design to be worked out. It was noted during the study session that the City Traffic Consultant would review the revisions to the circulation system of the center. The Board inquired about Sandy's Restaurant, which is located near the corner of Highway 111 and Monterey Avenue. It was noted that the gas station would cease to function because of the street widening. However, Sandy's Restaurant will continue to operate. It was noted that the applicants were providing a. driveway access to Sandy's Restaurant. The Board indicated a desire to review how Sandy's Restaurant will integrate with the overall plan. 01N The inclusion of a driveway element through the landscape area adjacent to �' b P za Way, was reviewed with the applicant presenting justification for such a road. The Board felt that some use of Bomanite or other paving material -' 0 should be utilized in this drive area if it is to be permitted. The applicant ~ Q agreed to utilize some paving material in this drive. The Landscape Architect presented a revised preliminary landscape plan based on the proposed changes. Discussion centered around the landscaping adjacent to Highway 111 and use of landscaping materials. The Board indicated that they would like to see an alternate tree to the Eucalyptus within the parking MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JULY 29, 1980 Page Three III . CASES (Continued) Case No. 120 C - ERNEST W. HAHN, INC. (Continued) lot and an expanded plant palate. The Landscape Architect felt that addi- tional review of lansdcaping materials was desirable. The applicant indicated that the proposed trellises previously indicated in the parking lot have been removed. They indicated trees would be used for shading purposes. It was noted that landscaping around the mall itself would be reviewed as a part of the individual building approvals. The applicants indicated that while the front plaza has been reduced in size all of the same amenities as originally indicated would be provided. On a motion by Johnson, seconded by Cook, the Board moved to grant prelimi- nary approval of the revised site plan subject to the following: 1. Provide jog in east-west road from E1 Paseo to Monterey. 2. Utilize Bomanite or other paving material in new two-way drive at northerly end of Plaza Way, if drive is approved. 3. Landscaping to be significantly upgraded along Highway 111, if reduction in width is approved. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson). The applicant indicated that they would keep the Board up to date on the development plans by submittal of interim final plans. Case No. 134 C - DAN WAYNE LEE (TAI PING RESTAURANT) preliminary and final approval of plans to remodel exterior of restaurant at 45-299 Lupine Lane; Dan Wayne Lee was present.. The Board reviewed the submitted plans and felt that the proposed remodeling was acceptable. On a motion by Cook, seconded by Johnson, the Board moved to grant preliminary and final approval as submitted. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson). Case No. 216 MF - SOUTHWESTERN ENTERPRISES, INC. - approval of perimeter wall for single family subdivision on the east side of Highway 74, south. of Homestead Road; Ron Gregory was present. The Board reviewed the submitted perimeter wall plan for Tract 13008. The Board felt that they would like to see the landscaping plan at the same time that they review the perimeter wall plan. The Board indicated that it may be desirable to provide relief to the wall depending on how the landscape concept is developed. On a motion by Holden, seconded by Cook, the Board moved to continue this item indefinitely, with the concurrence of the applicant. Carried 5-0 (Cook, Holden, Johnson, Martin, Jackson). IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS Exterior remodeling of U-Name-It at 73-714 Highway 111. The Board reviewed this request which was forwarded to their body at the discretion of Staff. The applicant presented a sample of the material to the Board. The Board felt that a remodeling of only one shop would not be archi- tecturally acceptable. Therefore, they suggested to the applicant that he remodel the fronts of the buildings, utilizing the existing materials. MINUTES 14W DESIGN REVIEW BOARD JULY 29, 1980 Page Four IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS (Continued) Case No. 215 MF - HOLMBERG & TONER - interim review of site plan. The Board reviewed an interim final site plan submitted by the applicant. The Board presented ideas to the applicant, mainly with regard to the streetscape. The Board noted a number of concerns which they wanted Staff to investigate. Staff indicated that the items of concern would be investigated with reports back to the Board as necessary. V. ADJOURNMENT - 4:50 p.m. S AN SAWA, Associate P anner /dj