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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCReso 95-17 PA95-006 Vly Auto SDRRESOLUTION NO. 95 - 17 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN APPROVING PA 95-006 VALLEY AUTO CENTER SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR AN UPGRADE TO THE FACADES OF THE EXISTING AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP SHOWROOMS AND SERVICE BUILDING AND REVISIONS TO THE LANDSCAPING, LOCATED AT 6015 AND 6085 SCARLETT COURT, WITHIN THE M-l, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT WHEREAS, the Applicant, Steve Haworth of Valley Auto Center, has filed an application for approval of a Site Development Review to upgrade the facades of the existing automobile dealership showrooms and service building and for revisions to the landscaping; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on said Site Development Review application on May 15, 1995; and WHEREAS, proper notice of said public hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and WHEREAS, the application has been reviewed in accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and was found to be Categorically Exempt under Section 15301, Class 1 and 15311, Class 11(a) of the State CEQA Guidelines; and WHEREAS, the Staff Report was submitted recommending that the Site Development Review application be conditionally approved; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said reports, recommendations and testimony hereinabove set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does hereby find that: The approval of the application is consistent with the intent purpose of Section 8-95.0 "Site Development Review" (SDR). The SDR compliments and improves the site and provides a major design theme for the automobile dealership and the development enhances the architectural style and design of the existing structures. The approval of the SDR, as conditioned, complies with the General Plan, the M-I, Light Industrial District Regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. The approval of the SDR, as conditioned, is in the best interests of the public health, safety and general welfare because it promotes a concept that will provide better identification for the site. The proposed SDR considered site layout, vehicular access, circulation, parking, setbacks, height, walls, public safety and similar elements to ensure that the development's design assists in the provision of a desirable environment for the public. E Architectural considerations, including the character, scale and quality of the design, the architectural relationship with the site and other buildings, building materials and colors, screening of exterior appurtenances, exterior lighting, and similar elements have been incorporated into the SDR, where appropriate, in order to insure the compatibility with the automobile dealership's design concept and theme and the character of adjacent buildings and uses. Landscape considerations, including the locations, type, size, color, texture and coverage of plant materials, provisions and similar elements have been considered to insure visual relief and an attractive environment for the public. Installation and maintenance of landscaping has been made a condition of approval of this SDR application. - I - BE IT FURTHER RESOLVE~ THAT THE Dublin Planning Commiss,vn does hereby conditionally approve PA 95-006 Valley Auto Center Site Development Review application as generally shown on plans labeled Exhibit A, stamped approved and on file with the Dublin Planning Department and subject to the approval of the related Conditional Use Permit and Master Sign Program and to the following conditions: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: Unless stated otherwise, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied with prior to the issuance of building permits or establishment of use. and shall be subject to Plannino Department review and approval. The following codes represent those deDartments/aoencies responsible for monitorine compliance of the conditions of approval. [PL] Planning,/BI Buildine, [PO] Police, [PW] Public Works, [ADM] Administration/City Attorney. IFIN] Finance, IF! Douehertv Reeional Fire Authority, [DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District, [CO] Alameda County Environmental Health. GENERAL PROVISIONS This Site Development Review approval is to upgrade to the facades of the Valley Auto Center dealership showrooms and service building and for revisions to the landscaping, located at 6015 and 6085 Scarlett Court. This approval shall generally conform to the plans labeled Exhibit A, consisting of eight (8) sheets, prepared by Marek Stoklosa Architect and White Way Sign Company, dated received by the Planning Department on February 10, 1995, stamped approved and on file with the Planning Department and as specified by the following conditions of approval and with the associated Conditional Use Permit and Master Sign Program. [PL] The Applicant shall comply with all applicable City of Dublin Site Development Review Standard Conditions and the City of Dublin Non-Residential Security Requirements (Attached). [PL] Except as specifically modified herein, the Applicant and Property Owner shall comply with all applicable Planning, Building, Public Works, Dougherty Regional Fire Authority, Dublin Police Services, Dublin/San Ramon Services District regulations and ordinances. [PL, B, PW, F, PO, DSR)] ,. Building permits for the proposed project shall be secured and construction commenced within one year after the effective date of this approval or said approval shall be void. [B, PL] The Applicant shall comply with all applicable regulations and requirements of the Uniform Building Code and the Building Inspection Department. /BI Signage for the automobile dealership shall comply with the provisions established in the sign regulations of the Zoning Ordinance and with the conditions specified in the resolution approving the Master Sign Program. [PL] PARKING Any revised customer, storage or display parking areas shall require prior review and approval by the Planning Department and Public Works Department. All revised customer parking spaces shall be 9'x 18', double-striped with 4-inch wide stripes set approximately 2 feet apart (Attached). Handicapped and customer parking spaces shall be appropriately identified on the pavement. [PL, PW] Handicapped ramps and parking stalls shall be provided and maintained as required by the State of California Title 24 provisions. [PL, B1 LANDSCAPING A final detailed Landscape and Irrigation Plan (at I inch -- 20 feet or larger), along with a cost estimate of the work and materials proposed, shall be submitted for review and approval by the - 2. - Planning Department. Fina~ landscape plans shall indicate the co~.mmon and botanical names, container size, growth rate and number of each plant. All landscaping, as shown on the Landscape and Irrigation Plan, shall include drought tolerant vegetation. [PL] 10. The final landscape plan shall be generally consistent with the preliminary landscape plans prepared by Marek Stoklosa, Architect, dated received by the Planning Department on February 10, 1995, Plan A-4 of Exhibit A. [PL] 11. Landscaping shall not obstruct the sight distance of motorists, pedestrians or bicyclists. Except for trees, landscaping at drive aisle intersections shall not be taller than thirty (30) inches above the curb. [PL, PW] 12. The Applicant shall complete and submit to the Dublin Planning Department the Standard Plant Material, Irrigation and Maintenance Agreement (Attached). [PL] 13. All existing landscaped areas shall be enhanced and properly maintained at all times. Any proposed or modified landscaping to the site shall require prior review and written approval from the Planning Department. [PL] 14. Landscaping adjacent to the parking stalls shall maintain a minimum one (1) foot wide raised curb or equivalent to facilitate pedestrian access. [PW, PL] 15. All landscape planters within the parking and display areas shall maintain a three (3) foot curb radius to facilitate vehicular maneuvering. [PL] ARCHITECTURAL 16. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, a color and materials palette shall be submitted for review and approval by the Planning Department, for proposed exterior colors and materials used for modifications to the existing buildings on the site. All ducts, meters, air conditioning equipment and other mechanical equipment that is on-site or roof mounted shall be effectively screened from public view with materials architecturally compatible with the main structures. [PL] LIGHTING 17. Exterior lighting shall be provided and shall be of a design and placement so as not to cause glare onto adjoining properties or businesses. Lighting used after daylight hours shall be adequate to provide for security needs (1.5 foot candles). Any wall lighting around the perimeters of the buildings shall be supplied to provide "wash" security lighting. The Applicant shall provide photometrics and cut sheets subject to the review and approval of the Police Department and the Planning Department. [PL, B, PO] DRAINAGE 18. Roof drains shall empty into approved dissipating devices. Roof water, or other concentrated drainage, shall not be directed onto adjacent properties, sidewalks or driveways. No drainage shall flow across property lines. [PW, B] 19. Where storm water flows against a curb, a curb with gutter shall be used. The flow line of all asphalt paved areas carrying water shall be slurry sealed at least three feet on either side of the center of the swale. [PW] 20. All new catch basins within paved areas not against curb and gutter shall be a 3 foot concrete apron around all sides of the inlet per City of Dublin Standard Plans. [PW] ON-SITE AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS - 3 - 21. Any new on-site pedestria,, walkways shall maintain a minimum -v-foot unobstructed width. [PL] 22. All damaged on-site existing pavement sections, if any, shall be repaired or replaced as directed by the Public Works Director. [PW] 23. Any improvements within the public right-of-way, including curb, gutter, sidewalks, driveways, paving and utilities, shall be constructed in accordance with approved standards and/or plans and may be constructed only after an encroachment permit has been issued. [PW] 24. The Applicant shall be responsible for correcting deficiencies, if any, in the existing frontage improvements to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director and shall be accomplished at no expense to the City. [PW] DEBRIS/DUST/CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY 25. Measures shall be taken to contain all trash, construction debris, and materials on-site until disposal off-site can be arranged. The Applicant shall keep the adjoining public street free and clean of project dirt, mud, and materials during the construction period. The Applicant shall be responsible for corrective measures at no expense to the City of Dublin. [B, PW] 26. Areas undergoing grading, and all other construction activities, shall be watered, or other dust palliative measures used, to prevent dust, as conditions warrant. [PW, B] 27. The Applicant and Property Owner shall comply with all National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations and requirements at all times. [PW] 28. The use of any temporary construction fencing shall be subject to the review and approval of the Public Works Director and the Building Official. [PW, B, PL] 29. This permit shall be revocable for cause in accordance with Section 8-90.3 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of the terms or conditions of this approval may be subject to the issuance of a citation. [PL] PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of May, 1995. AYES: Commissioners Zika, Geist, Jennings, Johnson and Lockhart NOES: None ABSENT: None ATTEST: Planning Direct~,~ Planning C-~m mission~airperson - 4 -