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Minutes 1976-02-19MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CYPRESS PLANNING COMMISSION HELD February 19, 1976 The regular meeting of the Cypress Planning Commission was called to order at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 1976 in the Cypress City Council Chambers, 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California, Vice Chairman Gerald Mullen presiding. PRESENT: ABSENT: Commissioners Greenwood, Mullen, Van Allen and Walsh Chairman Hart Also present were Planning Director Brian Hawley, Public Works Director Art Schatzeder, and Busincess License /Zoning Inspector Sandy Pegueros. Vice Chairman Mullen recessed the meeting to the conference room. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS: 1. Review of Tentative Parcel Map #76 -2, 5616 Newman Street, Ken F. TerBorch. The Planning Director presented the tentative parcel map submitted in conjunction with Conditional Use Permit #75 -12 which proposed development of an eight unit apartment complex. He reported that the applicant submitted a re- vised plan showing one driveway down the center of the development rather than two driveways along both sides. The map is in conformance with the Subdivision Ordinance. Mr. Ken TerBorch, the applicant, stated he agreed with all conditions applicable to the map and the conditional use permit. It was moved by Commissioner Van Allen, seconded by Com- missioner Walsh and unanimously carried to approve Tentative Parcel Map #76 -2 subject to the following conditions: 1. All conditions of the City's Subdivision Ordinance and the State Subdivision Map Act shall be satisfied. 2. All conditions of approval as outlined in Conditional Use Permit #75 -12 as approved by the Planning Commission shall be satisfied. 2. Design Review - Film facility on property located at the northeasterly corner of Ball Road and Moody Street - "The Film Factory." The Planning Director presented the elevation plans for a fast - service film developing facility to be located in the parking lot area at the northeast corner of Ball Road and Moody Street. The building would be located on the same site as the previous Dean's Photo building. The Planning Director noted that the Planning Commission pre- viously determined that such a use is compatible in the shopping center. Planning Commission Minutes February 19, 1976 Mr. Cal Pebbly, owner of the shopping center, presented photographs of the type of building proposed and reported that the signs shown below the window near the bottom of the building would be eliminated and signing at the top would remain. He reported that planters would be placed at two ends of the building and he agreed to install flag- stone around the base of the building in place of the signs. Commissioner Walsh objected to the bright yellow color and the color of the roof and asked if the applicant would con- sider an earth -tone color. Commissioner Van Allen felt an earth tone roof would make the signing on the yellow background stand out. The applicant agreed to an earth -tone color roof. It was moved by Commissioner Greenwood, seconded by Com- missioner Walsh and unanimously carried to approve the design plans for the film facility at the northeast corner of Ball Road and Moody Street subject to the following conditions: 1. The elevations of the structure will be changed to incorporate a flagstone veneer treatment along the bottom panels of the proposed structure. 2. The color of the roof shall be of an earth -tone shade rather than the red shade as depicted on the photo- graphs and elevations submitted with the request. 3. Design Review - Proposal by the Cypress Bicentennial Committee to construct a freestanding sculpture at the Civic Center. Commissioner Van Allen stated that although he is an officer of the Bicentennial Committee he receives no compensation and, therefore, there is no conflict for him to take action on this item. The Planning Director presented the plans for a three - sided, 3 x 9' concrete freestanding sculpture to be placed on the Civic Center grounds between the City Council Cham- bers and City Hall building, behind the Civic Center dedi- cation plaque. Placement of the sculpture is a project of the Bicentennial Committee. Mrs. Mary van den Raadt, member of the Cypress Bicentennial Committee, stated the sculpture would be donated by the Southern California Community Artists Association and would exhibit cement plaques made from sand castings made by artists from that group. The plaques would be different colors to stand out against the solid background and would contain the City symbol and other community symbols. The Planning Director reported there were no plans at present to surround the sculpture with a concrete sidewalk. It was moved by Commissioner Walsh, seconded by Commissioner Greenwood and unanimously carried to approve the design plans for the freestanding sculpture proposed by the Bicen- tennial Committee. 2. Planning Commission Minutes February 19, 1976 4. Request for approval of promotional signing program at 5431 Lincoln Avenue, Parry Tire Company, CH- 10,000 Zone (continued from meeting of February 5.) The Planning Director presented the plans for a promotional signing display which would utilize streamers and banners for Parry Tire Company at 5431 Lincoln, at the northeast corner of Lincoln and Electric Street. He reported that the Commission has, in the past, approved temporary displays of not more than 30 days. Mr. Richard Parry, the applicant, presented photographs of the property showing the condition before and after his acquisition of the business. He stated it would be too costly to have the display for less than 90 days and that he would attempt to enhance the appearance of the property with the display. He stated his experience has shown that such banner displays are very successful. He stated he has plans to build a store front when he obtains financing. Commissioner Walsh stated the Zoning Ordinance prohibits fluttering signs and she felt temporary pennant displays have a tendency to become permanent. She felt such displays detract from the property and she did not feel this parti- cular display would attract many customers. She stated she did not support the proposal and recommended that the applicant consider a freestanding sign which might be more effective. Commissioner Van Allen objected to the tent -like appearance of the proposal and questioned the effectiveness of banner/ pennant displays in attracting customers since banners did not indicate what activity is taking place on property. He stated he would prefer issuing a special permit for a freestanding sign during the grand opening only. Commissioner Greenwood recommended that the applicant use less expensive banners and Commissioner Walsh suggested newspaper ads. Commissioner Mullen felt the cable which would be strung along Electric Street might be permanent and the appli- cant might request such displays more than once. Mr. Parry withdrew his request and stated he may submit a request at a later date which is more acceptable to the Commission. It was moved by Commissioner Van Allen, seconded by Commis- sioner Walsh and unanimously carried to approve the with- drawal of the request for promotional signing for Parry Tire Company without prejudice. MINUTES: February 5, 1976 It was moved by Commissioner Greenwood, seconded by Com- missioner Van Allen and unanimously carried to approve the February 5 minutes as corrected. January 15, 1976 It was moved by Commissioner Van Allen, seconded by Com- missioner Greenwood and unanimously carried to approve the January 15 minutes. 3. Planning Commission Minutes February 19, 1976 Commissioner Van Allen requested that the Planning Director investigate the high intensity lighting of the trash area on Valley View Street for the Plankhouse Restaurant and that he check on the design of the freestanding sign proposed for Ball Road. Commissioner Van Allen stated he would like the base of the Ball Road sign to be the same as the Valley View sign. Commissioner Greenwood also felt the lighting was bright and the entire trash area is un- attractive especially when the doors are left open. They suggested that indirect lighting be used and felt the fence could be extended in height to screen the trash area. The Planning Director reported that the Plankhouse Restaurant was considering reducing the size of the freestanding sign which was approved for Ball Road and that he would contact the management regarding both these items. 5. Zoning Ordinance interpretation re: agricultural and related uses as home occupation permits. The Planning Director transmitted a memorandum dated February 13 and one from the Business License /Zoning Inspector dated February 12 and requested that the Com- mission determine whether horticultural and similar related activities may be considered as permitted uses subject to a home occupation permit. Such uses were not included when the criteria was developed for home occupation permits. The Planning Director recommended that the Commission approve horticultural and related activities as permitted home occupation uses subject to the following conditions: 1. This activity be conducted only in the rear and interior side yards. 2. A minimum 1200 square feet of useable open space be maintained in the rear yard. 3. The Orange County Fly and Mosquito Abatement author- ities be requested to handle any related problems that arise as a result of this type of home occupation. 4. No direct retail sales be conducted on the subject property. The Commissioners discussed Condition #2 and felt that some activities, like growing plants, might not detract from the amount of useable open space and could be con- sidered an aesthetic improvement of the property. The Planning Director recommended that this condition be deleted and stated the staff still had the authority under the Zoning Ordinance to require the 1200 square feet of open rear yard space. He noted the Commission will review the home occupation permits on a quarterly basis and can make changes to any permit at that time. The Commissioners agreed to direct the staff to prepare a resolution interpreting the zoning regulations to permit horticultural and similar related business activities as home occupations subject to review and confirmation by the Planning Commission and Conditions #1, 3 and 4 above. 6. Distribution and general discussion of a proposed study and ordinance regarding abandoned service stations. The Planning Director transmitted a proposed ordinance and study prepared by the Planning Department regarding control of abandoned service stations. He stated the study 4. Planning Commission Minutes February 19, 1976 would be placed on a future agenda for consideration and action. 7. Consideration of revised plot plans and elevations for commercial development located at 6281 Ball Road, Conditional Use Permit #75 -3. The Planning Director summarized a memorandum dated February 17 and presented the revised plot plans and elevations for a commercial center which will include a liquor -deli and fast -food or specialty food facility at 6281 Ball Road, approximately 250 feet east of Juanita Street. He reported that the original applicant for Conditional Use Permit #75 -3 was negotiating the sale of the property since he was unable to obtain financing for the original commercial development. Mr. Al Kaufman, the applicant, and Mr. Gerald Minich, the architect, described the plans and rendering of the building. They reported that they acquired the easement which was designated as the employee parking area and therefore requested the deletion of Condition #5. They proposed one building to be located parallel to Ball Road instead of the original two buildings. It was moved by Commissioner Van Allen, seconded by Commis- sioner Walsh and unanimously carried to approve the revised plot plans and elevations for the commercial development at 6281 Ball Road subject to the following conditions: 1. Development of the subject property shall be in substantial compliance with the revised plot plan and elevations as submitted and approved by the Planning Commission. 2. Development of the subject property shall comply with all applicable provisions of the City Code and of the original conditions of approval as outlined by the Planning Commission in their action taken on May 22, 1975. 3. Landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted for review and approval by the Planning Commission prior to final building inspection of this project. Said landscaping shall be installed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 4. At the time landscape and irrigation plans are sub- mitted, a plan for the proposed signing program shall be submitted for Planning Commission review and approval. 5. The location, quantity, width, and type of driveways on Bali Road shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer. The proposed westerly driveway shall have a minimum width of thirty (30) feet. The devel- oper shall obtain an easement from the owner of the parcel to the east for ingress and egress near the proposed common driveway. 6. A bicycle rack, having a minimum capacity of four (4) bicycles shall be permanently affixed near each end of the building. The location of all bicycle racks shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Director. 5. Planning Commission Minutes February 19, 1976 7. A physical barrier or barricade (i.e., 6" high curb) shall be installed next to all block walls exposed to vehicular traffic, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 8. The height of the existing block walls shall be main- tained at a minimum of six feet (6') above the highest adjacent grade. 9. A bond shall be posted by the applicant to guarantee maintenance of the irrigation system so that it operates in a manner for which it was designed, and to guarantee maintenance of all plant materials in a healthy, growing condition, free of weeds and litter, for a period of not less than twelve (12) months, to the specifications of the City staff. 10. The sanitary sewer connection charge shall be paid by the developer to the City of Cypress and forwarded by the City to the Orange County Sanitation District. 11. A retaining wall per City of Cypress standards shall be constructed along the property line where the grade differential of the two sides of the wall is greater than twelve (12) inches. At the Planning Director's request, Vice Chairman Mullen added an item to the agenda regarding a request for an extension of time for Conditional Use Permit #75 -1 and Tentative Tract Map #8888. The Planning Director reported that Presley of Southern California, in a letter dated February 16, 1976, requested a one year extension of the C.U.P. and tentative tract map in order to record a final tract map and proceed with construction of a condominium project on the west side of Holder Street, south of Orange Avenue. He reported that the original applicant was unable to proceed with the project because of lack of financing. It was moved by Commissioner Greenwood, seconded by Commis- sioner Walsh and unanimously carried to approve a one year extension of time for Conditional Use Permit #75 -1 and Tentative Tract Map #8888 to expire March 6, 1977. ADJOURNMENT: Vice Chairman Mullen adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m. C_ /1) G . rx CHAIRMAN OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ATTEST: SEC ETARY OF,THE PLANNING COMMISSION 6.