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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-02-09 � � � MINU1'ES DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9, 1982 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS � � � -�� � * � �* � � � � � � � * * � -� � -� * � � � � -� � � � � * * -� � � � � * � * * I. The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m., after a 1 hour study session. MEMBERS PRESENT: Al Cook Ron Gregory Rick Holden Phyllis Jackson Bernie Leung Charles Martin MEMBERS ABSENT: Vern Barton (Excused Absence) STAFF PRESENT': Ramon A. Diaz Stan Sawa Steve Smith Patricia Armitage On a motion by Ms. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Holden, the minutes of the January 26, 1982, meeting were approved as amended to include the location being listed for all cases. Motion caeried 4-0-2 (Martin and Leung abstaining). II. Minute motion approving cases found acceptable at the study session: None III. CASES: 1. CASE �IO. 162C - STEVEN H. SULLIVAN, A.I.A., AND WHITE SHEET, INC. - Application for preliminary approval to remodel and construct a small addition to an existing commercial complex located at the northwest corner of north Frontage Road and Las Palmas. Mr. Sullivan was present. Mr. Smith reviewed this report and indicated that Staff's concern was over the location of the trash area. He stated that a solution would be to retain one trash enclosure and add one trash bin in the rear of the building. Mr. Sullivan said this would be acceptable to his client. Mr. Leung inquired as to the City's requirements for sidewalks. Mr. Diaz replied that public improvements are not required for remodeled buildings, but that the driveway they are removing would have to have a curb and gutter installed. The Board was in agreement that the proposed changes would be a definite improvement to the building. On a motion by Ms. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Holden, the preliminary approval was granted subject to the Conditions listed in the Staff report and with an added condition that a trash enclosUre be added at the rear of the building in addition to the one in the front. Motion carried 6-0. 2. CASE NO. 163 C - J.P. CONSTRUCTION, INC. - Application for preliminary approval of plans for a multi-tenant office/warehouse building located at Cook Street Industrial Park, east of Cook Street. Mr. Svend A. Peulicke, applicant was present. Mr. Smith summarized the staff report and indicated that one of the areas of concern was the location of the trash enclosure which had been proposed at the mid-point of the rear driveway against the east property line. Staff felt that this could pose a traffic hazard for vehicles using the rear area driveway and suggested that instead, a series of trash enclosures be provided across and against the rear of the building; that one trash bin for every two or three units with appropriate enclosures and screening should be provided. - 1 - " � � DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 1982 CASE NO. 163 C - J.P. CONSTRUCT'ION, INC.(Continued) Mr. Peulicke felt that one trash bin for every two units would be too many. Staff also felt that when a lighting plan is provided, it should include coverage of the rear driveway areas for security purposes. Mr. Gregory indicated that the landscaping could be improved. He felt that the sidewalk could be pulled away from the building in order to leave enough room for a planting area for trees. On a motion by Ms. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Cook, the preliminary plans were approved subject to the conditions listed in the staff report and subject to the working drawings being amended to show trash bins with appropriate enclosures and screening across and against the rear of the building and reconsideration of the landscape plan. Motion carried 6-0. 3. CASE NO. 231 MF - MIKE SUKO - Application for preliminary and final approval of plans for a four (4) unit apartment complex located on the north side of Royal Palm, 170 feet west of San Pablo. Mr. Suko, applicant and Mr. Wayne Ritchie, Building Designer were present. Mr. Smith indicated that this case had been continued from the meeting of January 26th, 1982, in order that the applicant could submit revised plans addressing Board's concerns with the elevations, solar protection and landscaping. For solar protection, Mr. Smith stated that the applicant had amended the plans to show a trellis over the sliding doors on the west side and awnings over the windows not covered by a trellis. Mr. Smith indicated that there had been some concern over the south elevation being improved. He stated that the applicant had added a mansard roof to the west end and provided the borders around the windows on the south facing wall. Regarding the landscaping, Mr. Gregory felt that a taller shrub should be used to soften the line between the building and the lawn. A five gallon shrub should be used instead of one gallon and a headerboard should be provided between the shrub and lawn area to make the maintenance easier. He felt the Eucalyptus trees could be 15 gallon size rather than 24" box and that the applicant should get the kind of Eucalyptus trees that branch out more. ?he Board was in agreement that the architectural design and the landscaping for this building should be improved before they could grant preliminary and final approval of the plans. Chairman Martin asked Mr. Diaz if each applicant receives the supplemental Design Review Board instructions when they apply. Mr. Diaz replied that they do. Mr. Diaz reminded the Board that they had granted grading and slab approval at the meeting of January 26th, 1982. The Board replied that the applicant should be permitted to proceed to the slab stage provided that the Building Department issues the necessary permit for work up to this point. Mr. Cook indicated that he wished to go on record that he felt the Design Review Board is not setting a precedent for grading and foundation approval without compelted Design approval. On a motion by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Leung, this case was continued to the meeting of February 23, 1982. Motion carried unanimously 6-0. - 2 - � • 'wrr �r DESIGN REVIEVf/ BOARD MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 1982 4. CASE NO. 161C - THE FOUNDATION FOR THE RETARDED OF THE DESERT Application for preliminary and final approval of plans for an 11,600 square foot institutional facility located on the southeast corner of Country Club and Sagewood. Mr. Gary Knutson, Architect was present. Mr. Cook indicated that he would be leaving at this point (2:55 p.m.), but would like Staff to know that his concern was with the driveway and parking lot circulation. Mr. Knutson indicated that the Foundation would be using a mini-bus but if there is a concern over the 10 foot turn-in being too small, it can be increased to 12 feet. Chairman Martin asked if there would be a curb around the building. The applicant replied that there would be a curb around the building and that the entrance on the front would be the public entrance. He also indicated that a ramp will be provided at the front and back of the building. In response to a question as to whether the teachers and employees of the Foundation would arrive before the students, the applicant replied that they would and that this would minimize the traffic conflicts in the unloading area. It is necessary to keep this area narrow to restrict traffic speed. Mr. Gregory recommended that 24 inch box trees be used on Country Club, that all trees be properly staked and that benderboard or other wood header be used to separate the Oleanders from the grass areas. On a motion by Mr. Leung seconded by Ms. Jackson, the preliminary plans were approved subject to the conditions listed in the staff report and with the added conditions that all trees be properly staked and that benderboard or other wood header shall be used to separate Oleanders from the grass area. Motion carried 5-0. V. DISCUSSION ITEMS Chairman Martin inquired as to why the plans for the Civic Center had not been presented �to the Design Review Board for approval. Mr. Diaz replied that they were not presented to the Board because the decision on the design of the Civic Center was a policy matter and was handled through the City Council. He reminded the Board that it had many opportunities to see the plan outside of the formal Board meeting. VI. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Mr. Holden, seconded by Mr. Gregory, the meeting was adjourned at 3:10 p.m. '�vyy��� STEVE S �IM H, Associate Planner /pa - 3 -