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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-031 DublinHondaPDRZn 7/8/03 AGENDA STATEMENT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: July 8, 2003 SUBJECT: ATTACHMENTS: PUBLIC HEARING: PA 02-031 - Ken Harvey/Dublin Honda - Planned Development Rezoning Stage 2 Development Plan, Site Development Review & Master Sign Program Prepared by: ~lanet Harbin, Senior Planner ~ 1. Resolution recommending City Council approve a Planned Development (PD) Stage 2 Rezoning (with the Rezoning Exhibit attached as Exhibit A-1 and the Development Plan attached as Exhibit A-2) for PA 02-031 2. Resolution recommending City Council approval of a Site Development Review 3. Resolution recommending City Council approval of a Master Sign Program (with attached Exhibit B) 4. Consultant's (Applicant's) Statement RECOMMENDATION: 1. Open public hearing. 2. Receive staff presentation and public testimony. 3. Close public hearing and deliberate. 4. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 1) recommending City Council approve a Planned Development (PD) Stage 2 Rezoning (with the Rezoning Exhibit attached as Exhibit A-1 and the Development Plan attached as Exhibit A-2) for PA 02-031. 5. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 2) recommending City Council approve a Site Development Review. 6. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 3) recommending City Council approve a Master Sign Program (with attached Exhibit B). PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Applicant, Ken Harvey is requesting approval of a Planned Development (PD) Stage 2 Rezoning as and Development Plan (Attachment 2) and a Master Sign Program (Attachment 3) to expand and renovate the Dublin Honda auto dealership. The existing auto dealership contains approximately 10,000 square feet of space, consisting of the showroom, office space, and vehicle service area. The proposal is to renovate the showroom and the exterior of the building to meet the requirements of the Honda Corporation for their franchises (see Attachment 1, Project Plans). Additionally, approximately 19,000 square feet would be constructed for a larger service area with an open parking area on the second level GSPA#L2002\02-031 Dublin Honda\PCSR.doc COPIES TO: Applicant Project File Project Planner ITEM NO. for vehicle storage and overflow parking. The total square footage of the auto dealership, once the renovation and expansion is completed, will be 33,068 square feet. The existing vehicle drop-off area for vehicle service on the north side of the building is proposed to be expanded and covered to provide two entry lanes and one exit lane. The applicant has proposed a total of 180 parking spaces, 44 of which are employee and customer parking with the remaining 136 parking spaces used for display/vehicle inventory and storage, and service parking. Approval of a Master Sign Program is being requested by the Applicant to provide a comprehensive program to allow additional wall signs and the 8-foot high Honda logo on front of the building. The Master Sign Program will regulate wall signs and freestanding signs for the dealership. BACKGROUND: Ken Harvey's Dublin Honda has been in operation at the subject site since the 1970's, and before the City was incorporated. The Dublin Honda dealership is located at 7099 Amador Plaza Road in the Downtown Core Specific Plan area, and is surrounded by other retail commercial-type uses. The Specific Plan land use concept plan identifies the property as Retail/Automotive. Following approval of the Downtown Core Specific Plan, the Plan area was rezoned to the PD Planned Development (Stage 1) zoning district, as were the other downtown specific plan areas. The current zoning for the subject property is PD Planned Development which requires a Stage 2 rezoning and Development Plan, and must receive approval by the City Council based on a recommendation of the Planning Commission. A Site Development Review is required for any new construction with a gross floor area greater than 1,000 square feet in a commercial or industrial PD zoning district. The requested Master Sign Program may be approved by the Planning Commission. In accordance with State law, a public notice was mailed to all property owners and occupants within 300 feet of the proposed project, to advertise the project and the upcoming public hearing. A public notice was also published in the Tri-Valley Herald and posted at several locations throughout the City. To date, the City has received no contact or objections from surrounding property owners regarding the current proposal. STA GE 2 PD-PLANNED DEF'ELOPMENT REZONING One of the first implementing actions following adoption of the three downtown Specific Plans was the initiation of rezonings in each of the specific plan area. The City Council approved PD Planned Development Zoning Districts' for these areas as it would allow the flexibility needed to encourage innovative development while ensuring that the goals, policies, and action programs of the Specific Plans and the General Plan are satisfied. On April 16, 2002, the City Council approved the rezoning for the properties in the Downtown Core Specific Plan area to a Planned Development Stage 1 (Downtown Core Specific Plan) Zoning District. Prior to the rezoning, the property was within the C-2 General Commercial Zoning District. At this time, to further implement the recently established PD zoning for the Dublin Honda site, the Applicant has requested a Stage 2 PD-Planned Development rezoning. This rezoning is being pursued under the "Planned Development" Zoning District of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 8.32). The purpose of the Planned Development zoning district is to create a more desirable use of the land and a more coordinated development than would otherwise be possible under a single zoning district. A Planned Development rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan establishes the regulations for the use, development, improvement, and maintenance of the property as required by 2 Chapter 8.32 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Approval of the Planned Development rezoning requires action by the City Council based on a recommendation from the Planning Commission. The Zoning Ordinance differentiates between a Stage 1 PD and a Stage 2 PD in that the information required for a Stage 1 Planned Development rezoning is more general than the information required for a Stage 2 Planned Development action. A Stage 1 Planned Development application requires basic information about proposed land uses and densities, maximum amount of development proposed, a phasing plan, a master landscape plan and statements requiring consistency with the General Plan and any applicable Specific Plan. Stage 2 Planned Development rezoning requests must be accompanied by all of the Stage 1 information plus development regulations, architectural standards and other more detailed information. Under the Zoning Ordinance, a Planned Development must receive both Stage 1 and Stage 2 approvals. These can be done simultaneously or sequentially. As a Stage 1 Planned Development rezoning was previously approved by the City Council to rezone all three specific plan areas, it is most appropriate to consider a Stage 2 Planned Development for the project at this time to establish the specific development regulations to be followed. The proposed land uses and expansion areas for Dublin Honda are shown in the Resolution in Attachment 1, along with the necessary findings that must be made. Exhibit A-1 of Attachment 1 establishes the proposed Planned Development (PD) zoning for the property or regulations for the rezoning (including permitted and conditional uses and development regulations). The Development Plan is shown in Exhibit A-2 of Attachment 1. The Stage 2 Planned Development Rezoning and Development Plan depicts the comprehensive development concept for the site and the project plans, including the proposed site, architectural, landscape and other plans. The development regulations to be followed, or the underlying zoning provisions are for the C-2 General Commercial zoning district, except as modified by the provisions of the PD. SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW Following approval of a Stage 2 Planned Development rezoning, Site Development Review is required for the project to address the layout of structures on the site, architectural design of new structures and for exterior design changes such as the expansion and renovation of buildings under Section 8.104.030 of the Zoning Ordinance. Specific site plans, building elevations and design, parking and access configurations, detailed landscaping and similar detailed project information are addressed at this stage of project review and should reflect the standards established by the project's Development Plan. The Applicant has requested Site Development Review at this time as specific site and design plans have been developed for the project and are shown in the Project Plans in Exhibit A-2 of Attachment 1. Site Access And Parking The project site is located at 7099 Amador Plaza Road. Access to the subject property will be from existing driveways on Amador Plaza Road. Large trucks (i.e. Car Carriers) will access the site from Amador Plaza Road, as they currently do. Public Works Staff have analyzed the site plan and have determined that Car Carrier trucks will need to continue to park on Amador Plaza Road, as they currently do, to unload cars for the dealership. Due to the limited width of the site, adequate access on-site for the large Car Carrier trucks is not possible. Approximately 19,000 square feet would be added to the repair and service area and approximately 350 square feet would be added to the existing showroom. The repair and service area addition would contain two levels with the at-grade level consisting of the repair and service area with 4 new service bays, and the second level, an open parking area for vehicle storage and overflow parking. The existing vehicle drop- 3 off area for customer service on the north side of the building is proposed to be expanded and covered to provide two entry lanes and one exit lane (see Exhibit A-2 of Attachment 1) for a total of 3,692 square feet. The site currently contains approximately 80 parking spaces. With the new site plan proposed for the expansion project, an additional 100 parking spaces will be provided. The applicant is proposing a total of 180 parking spaces, 44 of which are employee and customer parking with the remaining 136 parking spaces used for display/vehicle inventory and storage, and service parking. The majority of the parking will be provided at grade on the site, but additional parking will be available for use on the rooftop of the new service center building. A total of 121 parking spaces are required for the dealership based on the various uses in the building. Therefore, adequate on-site parking would be provided to meet parking demand for the various land uses and activities proposed for the project, and no parking impacts are associated with the proposal. Design The proposed project is designed with a glass display/showroom area and a large blue metal cylinder as the major features and focal points (see Attachment 1, Exhibit A-2, Elevations, Sheets P-4 and P-5) on the front of the building facing Amador Plaza Road. The showroom is two stories (cylinder height of 29'-6") and has a wide "Honda Blue" stripe and wave along the front wall. The Applicant is proposing to remodel the exterior and interior of the showroom, and add approximately 350 square feet-of floor area to the front portion of the building facing Amador Plaza Road. In doing so, he would meet the requirements of the Honda Corporation for their franchises and the basic design that Honda has recently developed for its auto dealerships. Staff met with representatives and designers for the Honda Corporation early in the project review process, and the corporate design for the facility was modified to reflect the majority of Staff's suggestions. The building is designed with white stucco walls and tempered glass applications which integrate the new canopy structure and service shop with the design of the renovated showroom. The design intent of the glass and the specific blue of the cylinder and wave on the awning of the showroom is to provide a distinctive and modern building that presents a clear statement of the car brand, and opens the view of the interior to prospective customers close to the street. The design of the proposed building has been reviewed by Staff and by the City's consulting architect, Larry Cannon. Landscaping A Landscape Plan has been prepared as part of the application and is included in the Project Plans, Sheet L-1 of Exhibit A-2, Attachment 1. Under this plan, existing landscaping would remain and be enhanced with the development. New plantings of trees, shrubs and accent plants will be installed along the site frontage to provide a more attractive appearance and buffer, but not block, the view of the vehicles parked on-site. This landscaping and the new paved walkway proposed from Amador Plaza Road to the front of the dealership building would provide improved pedestrian access on and to the site, as recommended by the design guidelines of the Downtown Core Specific Plan. Additionally, the Dublin Place shopping center on the westerly side of Amador Plaza Road, and across the street from the Honda dealership, will be completing pedestrian improvements to their parking area with the renovation of the Target Store, providing a better connection between the west and east side of Amador Plaza Road. Similar buffer plantings would be located on the north side of the site. The landscaping will conform to the City of Dublin standards for landscaping and streetscapes, and incorporate the use of native trees, plants and shrubs. A Final Landscape Plan will be required to be submittal prior to issuance of building permits. 4 Grading And Utilities The siting and design of on-site improvements has been carefully planned to accommodate the expanded building areas, and to also complement the existing site topography and minimize grading consistent with the policies of the General Plan and the City's grading standards. The site is relatively flat and has been graded to accommodate existing structures and uses, as well as Amador Plaza Road. According to the Applicant, only minor amounts of grading would be needed as part of the proposed development program to expand the existing building, install improved parking areas, and construct other on-site improvements. Existing buildings and uses are served by water, sewer, natural gas and electrical power services. Additional connections may be needed to supply increased quantities of water and sewage generation by the increase in impervious and developed area on the site; however, capacity is available to meet the needs of the building expansion. Noise/Nuisance: The dealership will be located in close proximity to 1-680. It is not anticipated that the dealership will have noise impacts on any adjacent uses, which are retail commercial uses such as Safeway to the south and a retail shopping area to the north. The dealership will operate seven days a week from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and will provide automobile sales, service and parts. Conditions of approval for the Site Development Review and stipulated in the PD rezoning and development plan for the project state that the Applicant/Developer is responsible for ensuring that noise from the dealership is not audible at the property line. Exterior loudspeakers also are not permitted. In addition, the Applicant/Developer will be responsible for controlling all on-site activities and maintaining the premises in a litter-free condition. MASTER SIGN PROGRAM As part of the submittal for the renovation and expansion of the Dublin Honda auto dealership, Mr. Harvey has also submitted an application for a Master Sign Program for additional signage to be installed on the dealership building with the exterior changes proposed. Chapter 8, Sign Regulations of the Zoning Ordinance requires that an automobile dealership have an approved comprehensive Master Sign Program to address signage on the site. The Master Sign Program would cover all aspects of signage for the auto dealership including the existing freestanding pylon sign, and existing and proposed directional and wall- mounted signs. The proposed Master Sign Program is set forth in the Resolution (Attachment 3) and the accompanying Exhibit B, which also contains colored renderings of the typical signage. The Master Sign Program would provide a comprehensive signage program for the auto dealership, and provide superior quality and design of signage for the site, compatible with the style and character of the existing improvements on the site and the surrounding area. The existing signage on the site consists of one 50-foot high pylon sign with the company logotype and a small directional sign, a freestanding directional sign, a wall-mounted dealership name sign and two wall-mounted logotype signs (refer to Exhibit B of the Resolution for details). The additional signage proposed would include an 8-foot non- illuminated company logotype wall-mounted on the blue cylinder of the building frontage, small directional signage, a new internally-illuminated wall-mounted service center location sign, and an internally-illuminated wall-mounted company logotype and an internally-illuminated company name sign attached to the building parapet on the 1-680 frontage. DOWNTOWN CORE SPECIFIC PLAN The site is located within the Downtown Core Specific Plan area of Dublin. The Specific Plan area extends from the 1-680 corridor to the west, ending at the westerly boundary of the Target Store property boundary, and encompassing the properties from Dublin Boulevard to Amador Plaza Road. The City Council adopted the Downtown Core Specific Plan on December 19, 2000. The intent of the Specific Plan is to maintain the viability of existing "big box" retail uses and to increase the appearance and functionality of the area by promoting more pedestrian activity through a mix of smaller-scale specialty retail, office, mixed use, and residential uses and promoting existing long established businesses. The Land Use Plan for the Downtown Core Specific Plan designates the Honda dealership site as R/A Retail/Auto land use, which includes sales and service of new and used vehicles. The Specific Plan recognized that the area is significantly built-out, and new development would be largely a result of changes in use or expansion of well-established businesses such as Dublin Honda. The Specific Plan also established increased Floor-Area-Ratios (FARs) for properties within the Plan area. For the Dublin Honda property, the maximum FAR is .79 or 79 %. The current FAR for the property with the existing structure is approximately. 12 or 12%. With the expansion of the showroom and the new service and repair center, the resulting FAR will be .55 or 55%. As the new FAR will be less than the maximum of 79%, the project would be consistent with the maximum allowable FAR established by the Downtown Core Specific Plan. Staff has reviewed the project and recommends that the Planning Commission find the project compatible with the Specific Plan. GENERAL PLAN The General Plan land use designation for the site is Retail/Office which allows certain automotive uses that are new or existing, such as Dublin Honda. The Land Use Element contains the following policy which is appropriate to this application: 2.2.2. Automobile Dealers · Guiding Policy A: Keep automobile dealers in Dublin Staff finds that the project is consistent with the Dublin General Plan because the project would allow the existing Honda auto sales and service at the site to continue operations, and also expand the facility to provide improved auto related sales and services to the community. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW This project has been found to be Categorically Exempt from CEQA under Section 15332, Class 32 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines. The project consists of expansion and renovation of an existing auto dealership, and is consistent with all General Plan and Zoning regulations and currently served by all required utilities and public services. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: 1. Open public hearing. 2. Receive staff presentation and public testimony. 3. Close public hearing and deliberate. 4. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 1) recommending City Council approve a Planned Development (PD) Stage 2 Rezoning (with the Rezoning Exhibit attached as Exhibit A-1 and the Development Plan attached as Exhibit A-2) for PA 02-031. 5. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 2) approving the Site Development Review for PA 02-031. 6. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 3) approving the Master Sign Program for PA 02-031 (with attached Exhibit B). GENERAL INFORMATION: Property Owner/Applicant: Consultant: Location: Existing Zoning: General Plan Designation: Specific Plan Area & Designation: Ken Harvey Dublin Honda 7099 Amador Plaza Road Dublin, CA 94568 Paul Zucker & Associates 594 Howard Street, Suite 200 San Francisco, CA 94105 7099 Amador Plaza Road APN 941-0305-26 & -33 PD Planned Development Zoning District Retail/Office R/A, Retail/Auto Use RESOLUTION NO. 03- A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE APPROVING THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) REZONING/DEVELOPMENT PLAN (STAGE 2) FOR PA 02-031 KEN HARVEY/DUBLIN HONDA LOCATED AT 7099 AMADOR PLAZA ROAD WHEREAS, the Applicant/Property Owner, Ken Harvey, has requested approval of a PD Planned Development Rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan in conjunction with Site Development Review and Master Sign Program to expand and renovate the Dublin Honda auto dealership located at 7099 Amador Plaza Road, within the Downtown Core Specific Plan area and the PD Planned Development Zoning District. The proposal is to remodel and expand the showroom area of the dealership, and renovate the exterior of the building to meet the requirements of the Honda Corporation for their franchises (see Exhibit A-2, Project Plans prepared by Michael Zucker & Associates, dated June 12, 2003). Additionally, approximately 19,000 square feet would be constructed for a larger service area with an open parking area on the second level for vehicle storage and overflow parking, and the vehicle drop-off area for is proposed to be expanded and covered to provide two entry lanes and one exit lane, resulting in a total square footage of approximately 33,100; and WHEREAS, according to the City of Dublin Municipal Code, Zoning Ordinance, all development proposals within the PD Planned Development Zoning District require approval of a Stage 1 and Stage 2 Rezoning/Development Plan prior to construction; and WHEREAS, the Applicant/Developer has submitted a complete application for a PD Planned Development District Rezoning, including a Development Plan (Stage 2), as required by Section 8.32 of the Zoning Ordinance which meets the requirements of said section, which is available and on file in the Planning Department; and WHEREAS, the project has been reviewed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines and the City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines and is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines and the City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines, under Section 15332, Class 32 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, as there is no potential for significant environmental effects to occur as a result of the project and the project would be located on an infill site which was previously improved. The project consists of expansion and renovation of an existing auto dealership, and is consistent with all General Plan and Zoning regulations and currently served by all required utilities and public services; and WHEREAS, the City adopted the Downtown Core Specific Plan on December 19, 2000 which was prepared pursuant to Government Code Sec. 65450 et seq.; and, WHEREAS, the Specific Plan includes permitted land uses, development standards, urban design guidelines, transportation improvements and implementation programs to achieve the goals of the Dublin General Plan; and, ATTACHMENT WHEREAS, the Specific Plan land use category/designation for the Honda auto dealership site is R/A Retail/Auto land use, which includes sales and service of new and used vehicles. The Specific Plan established increased Floor-Area-Ratios (FARs) for properties within the Plan area, including the Dublin Honda property, which is the maximum FAR of .79 or 79 %. With the expansion of the showroom and the new service and repair center, the resulting FAR will be .55 or 55%; therefore, the project would be consistent with the maximum allowable FAR established by the Downtown Core Specific Plan; and, WHEREAS, the project is consistent with the Dublin General Plan as the land use designation for the site is Retail/Office, which allows certain automotive uses that are new or existing. Approval of the project would allow the existing Honda auto sales and service at the site to continue operations, and also expand the facility to provide improved auto related sales and services to the community. Additionally, the project is consistent with the Land Use Element of the General Plan, which contains Guiding Policy 2.2.2A stating that the City's policy is to keep automobile dealers in Dublin; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on said application on July 8, 2003; and WHEREAS, proper notice of said public hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted to the Planning Commission recommending that the Planning Commission recommend the PD Planned Development rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan, as shown in Exhibits A-1 and A-2, the Site Development Review, and Master Sign Program to the City Council for approval; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and use their independent judgment and considered all said reports, recommendations, and testimony hereinabove set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding said proposed Planned Development Rezoning: mo The Planned Development Zoning District and Development Plan (Stage 2) meets the purpose and intent of Chapter 8.32 of the Zoning Ordinance because they will provide a retail commercial use that is an appropriate use for the site, which promotes the development and expansion of retail automotive uses, and which is located near adjacent retail commercial land uses. The comprehensive Development Plan will be sensitive to surrounding uses by virtue of site layout and design of the architecture and site plan; and Development under the Planned Development Zoning District and Development Plan (Stage 2) would be harmonious and compatible with existing and future development in the surrounding areas due to site design/layout, architecture design, setback, parking and landscaping requirements of the Planned Development Zoning District, which are adequate and have been specially designed to fit into the existing neighborhood. Both uses are supportive of surrounding retail uses through the provision of retail automotive related sales and services for community residents and businesses in the surrounding commercial areas, and supportive of similar surrounding retail commercial uses; and The Planned Development (PD) Rezoning and Development Plan is consistent with the general provisions, intent, and purpose of the PD Zoning District of the Zoning Ordinance in 2 that it contains all information required by Section 8.32 of the Zoning Ordinance for a Stage 2 Development Plan and accomplishes the objectives of Section 8.32.010, A through H, of the Zoning Ordinance; and Do The subject site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of the zoning district being proposed because it is located on relatively flat land within a developed downtown area adjacent to existing retail commercial uses, and contains existing development to be expanded, and because it is located adjacent to roadways which are designed to carry traffic that would be generated by the proposed type of use; and Eo The Planned Development Rezoning will not have a substantial adverse effect on health or safety or be substantially detrimental to the public welfare or be injurious to property or public improvement as all applicable laws and regulations will be satisfied; and The Planned Development Rezoning will not overburden public services as all agencies must commit to the availability of public services prior to the issuance of building permits as required by City laws and regulations; and The Planned Development District Rezoning/Development Plan and accompanying Site Development Review and Master Sign Program, will create an attractive, efficient, and safe environment; and The Planned Development District Rezoning will benefit the public necessity, convenience, and general welfare by providing conveniently located auto related services; and The Planned Development District Rezoning and accompanying Site Development Review and Master Sign Program will be compatible with and enhance the general development of the area as the auto dealership will be remodeled and renovated; and Jo The project is consistent with the Retail/Office designation of the Dublin General Plan which allows certain automotive uses that are new or existing, and the R/A Retail/Automotive designation of the Downtown Core Specific Plan, and the proposed use types are permitted by said designation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Dublin Planning Commission does hereby recommend that the City Council approve a PD Planned Development Zoning District and Development Plan for PA 02-031 Ken Harvey/Dublin Honda, with the Rez0ning and Development Plan attached as Exhibit A-1 and A-2, which constitute the regulations for the use, improvement, and maintenance of the property. Except as specifically identified otherwise in the approved Development Plan, development and operation of land use activities within this Rezoning shall be subject to the current City of Dublin Zoning Code and to the approval Site Development Review and Master Sign Program. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of July 2003. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Planning Commission Chairperson Planning Manager g:\pak2002\02-03 I\PD Reso - PC.doc EXHIBIT A-1 DEVELOPMENT PLAN PA 02-031, KEN HARVEY/DUBLIN HONDA This is a Development Plan pursuant to Chapter 8.32 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance for PA 02-031 Ken Harvey/Dublin Honda project, located between Dublin Boulevard and Amador Valley Boulevard, at 7099 Amador Plaza Road (APNs 941-0305-26 & 941-305-33). This Development Plan meets alI the requirements for the Planned Development Stage 2 review of the project. This Development Plan includes the Project General Information, Site Plan, Utility Plan, Conceptual Grading Plan, Irrigation and Landscape Plans, Floor Plan and Exterior Elevations, Roof Plan, Rooftop Parking Plan, Electrical Site and Rooftop Lighting Plans, and other related plans, Sheets P-1 through P-8, L1, EL-1 through EL-JA dated received June 12, 2003, and labeled Exhibit A-2 of the Planned Development rezoning and Site Development Review. The Ordinance and other related approvals for this Development Plan (City Council Ordinance No. 03- ), are on file in the Community Development Department, Planning Division. The Planned Development District allows the flexibility needed to encourage innovative development while ensuring that the goals, policies, and action programs of the General Plan, Downtown Core Specific Plan, and provisions of Section 8.32 of the Zoning Ordinance are satisfied. 1. Permitted and Conditional Uses: Permitted Uses As provided for in the C-2 General Commercial Zoning District, Section 8.24.020 of the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance, and the Downtown Core Specific Plan Conditional Uses All other Permitted and Conditional Uses as established by Section 8.24.020 of the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance, and the Downtown Core Specific Plan. Site Area/Densities: The maximum square footage of the proposed auto dealership expansion and renovation for the parcels covered under this Development Plan (and as shown on the Site Plan contained in Exhibit A-2), are as follows: Site Area: + 1.96 acres Approximately 33,100 square foot Showroom, Office & Service building Approximately 8,000 square foot outdoor vehicle storage/display area Approximately 13,000 square foot rooftop vehicle storage/display area Dublin Zoning Ordinance - Applicable Requirements: Except as specifically modified by the provisions of this PD District Rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan, the use, development, improvement and maintenance of property within this PD Zoning District shall be subject to the 1 EXHIBIT A-1 provisions of the C-2, General Commercial Zoning District of the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance with regard to permitted/conditional uses, land use restrictions and minimum/maximum development criteria. Operations - Performance Standards: The dealership shall be permitted to operate seven days a week from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Applicant/Developer is responsible for ensuring that noise from the dealership is not audible at the property line. Exterior loudspeakers are not permitted. In addition, the Applicant/Developer will be responsible for controlling all on-site activities and maintaining the premises in a litter-free condition. Site Plan and Architecture: See Site Plan, Floor Plans, and Exterior Elevation Plans, Sheets P-1, P-2.1, P-2.2, P-3, P-4, P-5, and P-6 contained in Project Plans, Exhibit A-2. Any modifications to the project shall be substantially consistent with these plans and of equal or superior materials and design quality. Phasing Plan: The project shall be constructed in two phases of development, as shown on the Site Plan, Sheet P-1 of Exhibit A-2. The proposed phasing of construction is as follows: Phase I - Phase II - New Service Shop Rooftop Parking Area New Drive-in Service Canopy Showroom Addition and Remodeling Associated improvements for each phase of development shall be installed during the construction of the specific phase, and completed prior to occupancy of the newly constructed area. If the Developer/Applicant decides to modify the phasing, a new phasing plan shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Community Development Director. Landscaping Plan: Refer to attached Landscape Plan included in the Project Plans, Exhibit A-2, Sheet L-l, for site landscaping and rooftop plantings. Development Standards: Lot Size: 6,000 sq. ft. minimum Lot Width and Frontage: 60 feet minimum Lot Depth: 100 feet minimum Floor Area Ratio (FAR): According to the provisions of the Downtown Core Specific Plan for the Retail/Auto land use category. From, Rear and Side Yard Setbacks: See the C-2, Retail Commercial Zoning District setback regulations, Chapter 8.36.030 of the Zoning Ordinance. EXHIBIT A-1 Building Height: 75 feet or six stories maximum, in accordance with the provisions of the Downtown Core Specific Plan. Parking: Parking shall be generally provided as shown on the Site Plan in Project Plans, Exhibit A-2, Sheet P-1, as modified and approved through the related Site Development Review for PA 02-031. All drive aisles and fire lanes shall be kept clear at all times. General Plan Consistency: The commercial PD Planned Development Zoning for P 02-031, with the underlying C-2 Retail Commercial Zoning District Provisions for uses and development, is consistent with the Retail/Office General Plan land use designation on the site, as stated in Section 8.24.020(D)(4) of the Zoning Ordinance. The General Plan land use designation for the site is Retail/Office which allows certain automotive uses that are in new and existing, such as Dublin Honda. The Land Use Element contains the following polices which are appropriate to this application: 2.2.2. Automobile Dealers 10. 11. · Guiding Policy A: Keep automobile dealers in Dublin Staff finds that the project is consistent with the Dublin General Plan because the project would allow the existing Honda auto sales and service at the site to continue operations and expand the facility to provide improved auto-related sales and services to the community. Master Sign Program: Signage shall conform to the comprehensive Master Sign Program approved for the Project, as shown in Exhibit B and attached colored elevations of typical signage, of the Dublin Honda Master Sign Program, PA 02-31. Compliance with Related Planning Approvals: The Applicant/Developer shall comply with all the related Site Development Review and Master Sign Program conditions of approval for PA 02- 031. G:\pa~2002\pa02-03 l~evelopment Plan EXHIBIT A-1 o P1 9~ 88' O~ !7' 9~ 8 <Nk bO' 8' 45'-8~ j :~ j -i A ' zl X x m > z m m < o 4%' 0" 42' O' ~ SP~SES F]R SERVICE 64' 3' 15 CJMPAC'- SPACES FUR SERV[C~ P&~¥IN~ · i 22' 8" 22' 8" ! 0 0" c~ ,.~ ~r ~ ~2' -0" ,,' 4" -4 m r-: mi ~2' -O" 14-3" ~L 23'- 10" ~---t "r m m M!N C R ! '?' 0" + I b ~ °o p A,MADOR PLAZA DRIVE AMADOR PLAZA DRI L~ i F ALMADOR PLAZA 5,5 © Z Z © © © DUBLIN HONDA ADDITION DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA JAMES Sg, ANSON - LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT im ~3 7~ mmP~ ~m~ mr" ~m r'm_ U © U RESOLUTION NO. 03- A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF PA 02-031 KEN HARVEY/DUBLIN HONDA FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR EXPANSION AND RENOVATION OF THE HONDA AUTO DEALERSHIP LOCATED AT 7099 AMADOR PLAZA ROAD WHEREAS, the Applicant/Property Owner has requested approval of a Site Development Review in conjunction with a PD Planned Development rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan and Master Sign Program to expand and renovate the Dublin Honda auto dealership located at 7099 Amador Plaza Road, within the Downtown Core Specific Plan area and the PD Planned Development Zoning District; The proposal is to remodel and expand the showroom area of the dealership, and renovate the exterior of the building to meet the requirements of the Honda Corporation for their franchises (see Attachment 1, Exhibit A-2, Project Plans prepared by Michael Zucker & Associates, dated June 12, 2003). Additionally, approximately 19,000 square feet would be constructed for a larger service area with an open parking area on the second level for vehicle storage and overflow parking, and the vehicle drop- off area is proposed to be expanded and covered to provide two entry lanes and one exit lane, resulting in a total square footage of approximately 33,100; and WHEREAS, a complete application for the above noted entitlement request is available and on file in the Community Development Department; and WHEREAS, the project has been reviewed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines and the City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines and is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines and the City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines, under Section 15061 (b)(3) and Section 15332, as there is no potential for significant environmental effects to occur as a result of the project and the project would be located on an infill site which was previously improved with structures, utility service and other improvements; and WHEREAS, the City adopted the Downtown Core Specific Plan on December 19, 2000 which was prepared pursuant to Government Code Sec. 65450 et seq.; and, WHEREAS, the Specific Plan includes permitted land uses, development standards, urban design guidelines, transportation improvements and implementation programs to achieve the goals of the Dublin General Plan; and, WHEREAS, the Specific Plan land use category/designation for the Honda auto dealership site is R/A Retail/Auto land use, which includes sales and service of new and used vehicles. The Specific Plan established increased Floor-Area-Ratios (FARs) for properties within the Plan area, including the Dublin Honda property, which is the maximum FAR of .79 or 79 %. With the expansion of the showroom and the new service and repair center, the resulting FAR will be .55 or 55%; therefore, the project would be consistent with the maximum allowable FAR established by the Downtown Core Specific Plan; and, WHEREAS, the project is consistent with the Dublin General Plan as land use designation for the site is Retail/Office, which allows certain automotive uses that are new or existing. Approval of the project would allow the existing Honda auto sales and service at the site to continue operations, and also expand the facility to provide improved auto related sales and services to the community. Additionally, the project is consistent with the Land Use Element of the General Plan, which contains Guiding Policy 2.2.2A stating that the City's policy is to keep automobile dealers in Dublin; and 7 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing on the project on July 8, 2003 on the PD Planned Development Rezoning, Site Development Review, and Master Sign Program, and recommended approval of the project to the City Council; and WHEREAS, proper notice of said public hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted to the Planning Commission recommending that the City Council approve the application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and use their independent judgment and considered all said reports, recommendations, and testimony hereinabove set forth; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that the proposed project is appropriate for the subject site. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Planning Commission of the City of Dublin does hereby adopt a Resolution recommending City Council approval of PA 02-031, the Site Development Review, and does hereby make the following findings: A. The Ken Harvey/Dublin Honda project is consistent with the intent and purpose of Chapter 8.104 Site Development Review of the Zoning Ordinance. B. The approval of this application, as conditioned, is in the best interest of the public health, safety and general welfare. The proposed site development, including site layout, structures, vehicular access, circulation, setbacks, height, fencing, public safety and similar elements has been designed to provide a desirable environment for the development and the public. Do The proposed parking lot will provide sufficient parking for the auto dealership use with a total of 180 parking spaces, where 121 parking spaces are required for the dealership based on the various uses in the building. Therefore, adequate on-site parking would be provided to meet parking demand for the various land uses and activities proposed for the project. Eo 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; and exterior lighting and similar elements have been incorporated into the project in order to insure compatibility of this commercial development with the development's design concept or theme and the architectural character of the surrounding retail and commercial uses. Fo The proposed signage for the project is compatible with the design of the auto dealership, surrounding uses, and other design elements in the project, and a Master Sign Program is part of the project application submitted for approval. Landscape considerations, including the location, type, size, color, texture and increased coverage of plant materials, the proposed pedestrian access areas and similar enhanced landscaping elements have been considered to ensure visual relief and an attractive environment for the public. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission hereby recommends the City Council approve PA 02-031 Ken Harvey/Dublin Honda Site Development Review request to construct an approximately 23,500 square foot expanded area and renovate the interior and exterior of the existing building at 7099 Amador Plaza Road for a total of approximately 33,100 square feet, as generally depicted by the plans, labeled Exhibit A-2 of the PD Planned Development and Stage 2 Development Plan, consisting of 13 sheets prepared by Michael Zucker & Associates, dated received by the Planning Department on June 12, 2003, subject to the approval of the PD Planned Development and Stage 2 Development Plan, and compliance with 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 subiect to Department of Community Development review and approval. The following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance of the conditions of approval. [PL] Planning, lB1 Building, [PO1 Police~ [PW] Public Works [ADM] Administration/City Attorney, [FIN} Finance, IF1 Alameda County Fire Department~ [DSRI Dublin San Ramon Services District, [CO1 Alameda County Department of Environmental Health. CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN it AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) GENERAL CONDITIONS 1. Planned Development Rezoning. This approval shall be PL Building Permit as generally depicted on the project plans and Development Plan labeled Exhibit A-1 and A-2 of the PD Planned Development Rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan, dated received June 12, 2003, and prepared by Michael Zucker & Associates, consisting of 13 sheets. 2. Fees. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, all B, PL, Building Permit applicable fees shall be paid. These fees shall include, ADM but not be limited to, those fees required by City Ordinances such as Traffic Impact Contribution Fees, School Impact fees, Fire Impact fees, Regional Transportation Fees, or any other that may be adopted. In addition, all fees required by DSRSD, ACF, Zone 7, shall be paid in accordance with those Agencies' ordinances and regulations. 3. Compliance with Agencies. The Applicant/Developer F, PW, PO, Prior to issuance of shall comply with applicable Alameda County Fire, ZT, DSR, Building Permits Dublin Public Works Department, Dublin Building PL Department, Dublin Police Service, Alameda County Flood Control District Zone 7, Alameda County Public Health, and Dublin San Ramon Services District requirements. Prior to issuance of building permits or the CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) installation of any improvements related to this project, the Developer shall supply written statements from each such agency or department to the Planning Department, indicating that all applicable conditions required have been or will be met. 4. Building Code and Ordinance Compliance. All project ]3 Through Completion construction shall comply with all requirements of the ]3uilding Code and Ordinances in effect at the time of building permit approval. 5. Building Permits. Building permits for the expansion PL, B Ongoing and remodeling of the buildings shall be secured and construction commenced within one (1) year after the effective date of this approval or said approval shall be void. This one (1) year period may be extended an additional one (1) year after the expiration date of this approval (a written request for the extension must be submitted prior to the expiration date) by the Community Development Director upon the determination that the Conditions of Approval remain adequate to assure that the above stated Findings of Approval will continue to be met. 6. Addressing. Addressing will be required on all doors B Prior to Occupancy leading to the exterior of the building. Addresses shall be illuminated, be able to be seen from the street, and be a minimum height of 5 inches. 7. Application for Building Permits/Submittal of PL, B Prior to issuance of Materials. To apply for building permits, the Building Permits Applicant/Developer shall submit eight (8) sets of construction plans to the Building Division for plan check. Each set of plans shall have attached an annotated copy of these Conditions of Approval. The notations shall clearly indicate how all Conditions of Approval will or have been complied with. Construction plans will not be accepted without the annotated conditions attached to each set of plans. The Applicant will be responsible for obtaining the approvals of all participating non-City agencies prior to the issuance of building permits. 8. Construction Plans. Construction plans shall be fully B Prior to issuance of dimensioned (including building elevations) accurately Building Plans drawn (depicting all existing and proposed conditions on site), and prepared and signed by a licensed civil engineer, architect or landscape architect. The site plan, CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN it AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) landscape plan and details shall be consistent with each other. 9. Operation of Uses. The Applicant/Property Owner shall B, PL Ongoing develop this project and operate all uses in compliance with the Conditions of Approval of this Site Development Review and the regulations established in the Planned Development (PD) Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of the terms or conditions specified may be subject to enforcement action. 10. Revocability. The permit shall be revocable for cause in PL Ongoing accordance with Section 8.132 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. 11. Modifications to Planned Development. No further PL Ongoing approvals shall be granted to increase the service area, office space or showroom, unless an amendment to the Planned Development Rezoning Development Plan is submitted for approval by the Planning Commission. Minor modifications may be submitted for approval by the Community Development Director at his/her discretion. 12. Effective Date. No development shall be permitted until PL Ongoing the Planned Development Stage 2 Development Plan rezoning submittal has been approved by the City Council. 13. Siting and Design. The proposed buildings shall be PL Prior to issuance of generally located as shown on the Site Plan of the Project Building Permits Plans, Exhibit A. The architectural design of the buildings shall emphasize low profiles and rooflines, the use of colors shown on the plans, non-reflective surfaces, compatibility with existing structures on the site, and appropriate landscape screening. The architectural guidelines in the Development Plan for the project, Exhibit A-1, shall be reflected in the overall design of the new facilities. 14. Roof Equipment Screening. All roof equipment shall be PL, B Prior to issuance of completely screened from view by a parapet. Equipment Building Permits not screened by a parapet shall be screened by materials architecturally compatible with the building, as approved by the Community Development Director. 15. Standard Public Works Conditions of Approval. PW Prior to Issuance of CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) Applicant/Developer shall comply with all applicable Building Permits City of Dublin Standard Public Works Conditions of Approval (Attached to this Resolution). In the event ora conflict between the Standard Public Works Conditions of Approval and these Conditions, these conditions shall prevail. 16. Master Sign Program/Sign Site Development Review. All signage shall conform to the Master Sign Program reviewed and approved as part o£the project. Individual signage shall be subject to Sign Site Development Reviews. Modifications may be considered by the Zoning Administrator upon application for a Sign Site Development Review pursuant to Section 8.104 Site Development Review. 17. Temporary Construction Fencing. The use of PW, B During Construction temporary construction fencing shall be installed to safeguard the public during construction of the new building and site improvements. Said fencing shall bc subject to the review and approval of the Public Works Director and the Building Official. 18. ADA Requirements/Handicap Ramps. All handicap ramps shall comply with all current State ADA requirements and City of Dublin Standards. LIGHTING/LANDSCAPING 19. Exterior Lighting. All exterior light fixtures shall be PL Prior to issuance of equipped with cut-off lenses, directed downward, and Building Permits limited in height to the maximum necessary for adequate illumination to minimize excess light and glare. 20. Lighting. The Developer/Applicant shall submit for PO, PW Prior to issuance of approval a photometric lighting plan that demonstrates Building Permits that all exterior areas of the site will have a lighting level not less than 1.0 foot-candles at the ground surface. Lighting in landscaped areas throughout the project shall be subject to review and approval of City's Landscape Architect, Planning, and Public Works Departments, in consideration of IES standards for lighting in public/community areas. 21. Final Lighting Plan. The applicant shall submit a final PO, PW Prior to Occupancy lighting plan for approval by the Dublin Police Services. At a minimum the plan should include: 1.0 foot candle CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) lighting at all doors, and lighting fixtures should be of a vandal-resistant type. 22. Water Efficient Landscape Regulations. DSR, PW Ongoing Applicant/Developer shall comply with all implementation of the "Water Efficient Landscape Regulations" of the Zoning Ordinance. 23. Final Landscape and Irrigation Plan. A Final PL Prior to Issuance of Landscape and Irrigation Plan prepared and stamped by a Building Permits State licensed landscape architect or registered engineer, generally consistent with the preliminary landscape plan prepared by Michael Zucker & Associates, dated received June 12, 2003 (see Exhibit A-l, Sheet L-l), along with a cost estimate of the work and materials proposed, shall be submitted for review and approval by the Community Development Director. 24. Standard Plant Material, Irrigation and Maintenance PL, PW Prior to Issuance of Agreement. The Applicant/Developer shall complete Building Permits and submit to the Dublin Planning Department the Standard Plant Material, Irrigation and Maintenance Agreement. PUBLIC SAFETY 25. Fire Department. The Applicant shall comply with all F Prior to Occupancy applicable regulations and requirements of the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD), including payment of all appropriate fees. 26. Fire Extinguishers and Alarms. Fire extinguishers and F Prior to Occupancy alarms are required in all buildings and in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD), including payment of all appropriate fees. 27. Fire Hydrants. All fire hydrants shall be shown on final F plans. 28. Security. All security for the use must comply with the PO Prior to Occupancy City of Dublin Non-Residential Security Requirements. 29. Graffiti. The Applicant/Property Owner shall keep the PO Ongoing site clear of graffiti vandalism on a regular and continuous basis at all times. Graffiti resistant paints for the structures and film for windows or glass should be used. CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) 30. Exit Paths. The proposed parking shall not impede PW, B Ongoing required exit paths or encroach into pedestrian pathways. PUBLIC WORKS 31. Traffic Mitigation Contribution. The PW Prior to issuance of Developer/Applicant shall pay Voluntary Traffic Building Permits Mitigation Contributions based on the number of daily vehicle trips generated by the project. The contribution or fee shall be collected for each phase of development based on the number of daily vehicle trips generated by said use, and assuming 118 total vehicle trips for all uses. The total contribution for both phases of the project shall be $34,928. 32. Existing Underground Utilities and Associated PW Ongoing Easements. According to the Preliminary Title Report for the project site, several existing easements encumber the site. The Applicant/Developer shall assure that the rights of each easement holder are not compromised as a result of the proposed improvements. If any existing utilities or other improvements protected by said easements are altered or removed, the Applicant/Developer shall submit evidence that the easement holder consents to said work. 33. Storm Drainage. The Applicant/Developer shall modify PW Prior to issuance of or replace the existing storm drainage system to convey Building Permits the on-site storm runoff to the existing public storm drain system. Not more than ¼ acre of the site will be allowed to surface drain to the abutting public streets through the driveway, and in no event shall storm runoff flow across the public sidewalks. 34. Parking. The parking lot shall be constructed in PW Prior to Occupancy accordance with the Exhibits approved with this application. All parking stalls shall be built in accordance with Building Code and Municipal Code requirements. In addition, all customer stalls shall be clearly identified with signs and pavement marking. 35. Pavement Slopes. Pavement slopes within the parking PW Grading field shall not exceed 5% in any direction, and shall not be flatter than 1%. Within any parking stall designated for the physically disabled, the slope shall not exceed 2% in any direction. CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) 36. Physically Challenged Tow-Away Sign. An R100B PW Ongoing (Disabled Parking Regulations) sign shall be installed at each driveway entrance to the site with amended text as follows, "towed vehicles may be reclaimed at DUBLIN POLICE or by telephoning 833-6670". 37. Public Improvements. The Applicant/Developer shall PW Prior to Occupancy replace all damaged improvements, along thc project frontage, within the public right-of-way, including curb, gutter, sidewalks, driveways, paving and utilities to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. Any improvement constructed within the public right-of-way shall be constructed in accordance with the City's approved standards. An encroachment permit will be needed from the City of Dublin for any work within the public rights of way. The Applicant/Developer shall replace damaged sidewalk on the Amador Plaza Road frontage, and replace pavement markings as needed. 38. Easements. The existing Drainage Easement, Storm PW Ongoing Drain Easement, and Sanitary Sewer Easement (recorded as Series No. 85-235999, 72-34582, and 70-28781) shall be maintained as clear and open and no part of any building shall interfere with said easements. 39. Maintenance Covenant and Agreement. The PW Prior to issuance of Applicant/Developer shall contact the Building Official in Building Permits regards to getting permission to move the Covenant and Agreement Regarding Maintenance of Yards for Over- Sized Building Easement (recorded as Series No. 90- 324662 on 12/11/90) westerly to accommodate the new proposed building. This said easement should be recorded with the Alameda County Recorders Office prior to obtaining Building Permit. 40. Utility Boxes. All sewer clean-outs, water meter boxes, PW Prior to Occupancy and other utility boxes shall be set to grade to the approval of the Director of Public Works. 41. Bicycle Parking. The applicant/Developer shall install PW Prior to Occupancy one Bicycle parking space in a rack for every 40 vehicular parking spaces near several entries to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. Bicycle racks shall be located near the building entrances for convenient surveillance by the employees and patrons. CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) GEOTECHNICAL 42. Geotechnical Investigation. A site-specific geotechnical PW Grading investigation shall be required for each building constructed as part of the proposed expansion prepared by a California-registered geologist or California- registered engineering geologist. The report(s) shall address the potential for Geotechnical hazards and impacts to structures for active earthquake faults, expansive soils, and the potential for landslides on the site, pavement sections, and foundation design. Specific measures to reduce seismic hazards, expansive soils and landslide hazards to a less-than-significant level shall be included in the report(s) and implemented as part of the project during all phases. 43. Erosion And Sedimentation Control Plan. An erosion PW Grading and sedimentation control plan shall be prepared by a California-registered civil engineer for implementation during the rainy season (Generally from Oct 1 st to April 15th). The plan should be prepared in accordance with City of Dublin and RWQCB design standards and shall be approved by the Dublin Public Works Director prior to issuance of a grading permit. It is recommended that this plan, at a minimum, include the following provisions: · Existing vegetated areas should be left undisturbed until construction of improvements on each portion of the development site is actually ready to commence; · All disturbed areas should be immediately revegetated or otherwise protected from both wind and water erosion upon the completion of grading activities; · Stormwater runoff should be collected into stable drainage channels, from small drainage basins, to prevent the buildup of large, potentially erosive stormwater flows; · Specific measures should be implemented to control erosion from stockpiled earth and exposed soil; · Runoff should be directed away from all areas disturbed by construction; · Sediment ponds or siltation basins should be used to trap eroded soils before runoff CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) is discharged into on-site or offsite drainage culverts and channels; · To the extent possible, major site development work involving excavation and earth moving shall be scheduled during the dry season. 44. National Pollution Discharges Elimination Permit. PW Grading Pursuant to the Alameda County's National Pollution Discharges Elimination Permit (NPDES) No. CAS0029831 with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, all grading and construction activities within the City of Dublin must comply with the provisions said permit. In particular, all storm drain inlets shall be fitted with Filter Devices to remove Hydrocarbons and other contaminants and stenciled "No Dumping Flows to Bay" on the face of curb next to the inlet. 45. Hydrology Study. The project sponsor shall submit a PW Grading hydrology study for the proposed project, prepared by a California-registered civil engineer, documenting the amount of current stormwater runoff from the site, estimated future quantities of runoff, and the ability of downstream facilities to accommodate increased stormwater quantities. The study shall be approved by the City of Dublin Public Works Department and Zone 7 District Engineer prior to issuance of a grading permit. (A permit from Zone 7 will be required for any connection to Zone 7's drainage network. CONSTRUCTION 46. Construction-Related Traffic. Construction-related PW Ongoing traffic shall be prohibited on Amador Valley Boulevard and other local streets, and shall instead use Dublin Boulevard exclusively during all work associated with the various phases of the proposed expansion project. 47. Fees and Bonds. The applicant shall obtain all necessary PW Ongoing permits, pay all applicable fees and post bonds as required. 48. Construction Practices. The following construction PW On-going practices, based on BAAQMD standards, shall be required during all phases of construction on the project site: CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) · Water all active construction areas as needed; · Watering or covering of stockpiles of debris, soil, sand or other materials that can be blown by the wind; · Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials or require all trucks to maintain at least two feet of freeboard; · Pave, apply water three times daily, or apply (non- toxic) soil stabilizers on all unpaved access roads, parking areas and staging areas at construction sites; · Sweep daily (with water sweepers) all paved access road, parking areas and staging areas at construction sites; · Sweep streets daily (with water sweepers) if visible soil material is carried onto adjacent public streets; · Hydroseed or apply non-toxic soil stabilizers to inactive construction areas; · Enclose, cover, water twice daily or apply non- toxic soil binders to exposed stockpiles (dirt, sand, etc.); · Limit traffic speeds on unpaved roads to 15 mph; · Install sandbags or other erosion control measures to prevent silt runoff to public roadways; and · Replant vegetation in disturbed areas as quickly as possible. 49. Public Works Checklist. The applicant shall use the PW Ongoing Public Works Checklist to comply with other Public Works Conditions for this project. ARCHAEOLOGICAL 50. Archaeological. If an archeological or Native American PL Ongoing artifact is identified during Sitework and preparation, grading, or construction, work on the project shall cease immediately until a resource protection plan conforming to CEQA Guideline Section 15064.5 (e) is prepared by a qualified archeologist and approved by the Dublin Community Development Director. Project work may be resumed in compliance with such plan. If human remains are encountered, a native American descendant and the County Coroner shall be contacted immediately. NOISE CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) 51. Noise Reduction Measures. The following construction PW Ongoing noise reduction measures shall be implemented as part of all construction. · Limit construction time to 7:00 a.m. to 5:30p.m. Monday-Friday, except state and federal holidays. Exceptions may be granted in writing by the City Engineer for emergency or extenuating circumstances · All construction equipment should be in good working condition, and the mufflers should be inspected for proper functioning. Designate a construction noise coordinator. This coordinator shall be available to respond to complaints from neighbors and take appropriate measures to reduce noise. WATER/SEWER 52. Improvement Plans. Complete improvement plans shall DSR Prior to issuance of be submitted to DSRSD that conform to the requirements Building Permits of the DSRSD Code, the DSRSD "Standard Procedures, Specifications and Drawings for Design and Installation of Water and Wastewater Facilities", all applicable DSRSD Master Plans and policies and all Recycled Water Design and Construction Standards. 53. Waterline Systems. Should water lines be extended to DSR Occupancy serve the project, domestic and fire protection waterline systems for Tracts or Commercial Developments shall be designed to be looped or interconnected to avoid dead end sections in accordance with requirements of the DSRSD Standard Specifications and sound engineering practice. 54. Extension of Water/Sewer Lines. Should water/sewer DSR Occupancy lines be extended to serve the project, DSRSD policy requires public water and sewer lines to be located in public streets rather than in off-street locations to the fullest extent possible. If unavoidable, then public sewer or water easements must be established over the alignment of each public sewer or water line in an off- street or private street location to provide access for future maintenance and/or replacement. 55. Submittal to DSRSD. Should water/sewer lines need to DSR Occupancy be extended to serve the project, the locations and widths of all proposed easement dedications for water and sewer lines shall be submitted to DSRSD. CONDITION TEXT RESP. WHEN # AGENCY REQUIRED (Prior to) 56. Easement Dedication. Should water/sewer lines need to DSR Occupancy be extended to serve the project, all easement dedications for DSRSD facilities shall be by separate instrument irrevocably offered to DSRSD or by offer of dedication on the Parcel Map. 57. Utility Construction Permit. Should water or sewer DSR Prior to issuance of facilities be extended for the project, no sewerline or Building Permits water line construction shall be permitted unless the proper utility construction permit has been issued by DSRSD. A construction permit will only be issued after all of fees and permits have been obtained. 58. Hold Harmless. The Applicant shall hold DSRSD, its DSR Ongoing Board of Directors, commissions, employees, and agents of DSRSD harmless and indemnify the same from any litigation, claims, or fines resulting from completion of the project. 59. Substitution of Materials. All exterior architectural PL Prior to issuance of elements visible from view and detailed on the plans shall Building Permits be in a style and in materials in harmony with the exterior of the building. Any substitutions of materials are subject to the approval of the Community Development Director, and must be of a quality and appearance similar to that approved with this Site Development Review approval. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of July 2003. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Planning Commission Chairperson Planning Manager RESOLUTION NO. 03 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A MASTER SIGN PROGRAM FOR KEN HARVEY/DUBLIN HONDA LOCATED AT 7099 AMADOR PLAZA ROAD PA 02-031 WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested approval of a Master Sign Program for existing signage and proposed signage at the Dublin Honda auto dealership located at 7099 Amador Plaza Road in conjunction with a PD Planned Development rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan, and Site Development Review, to expand and renovate the auto sales and service facilities; and WHEREAS, the Master Sign Program would provide a comprehensive signage program for the auto dealership, and provide superior quality and design of signage for the site, compatible with the style and character of the existing improvements on the site and the surrounding area; and WHEREAS, the existing signage on the site consists of one 50-foot high pylon sign with the company logotype and a small directional sign, a freestanding directional sign, a wall-mounted dealership name sign and two wall-mounted logotype signs; and WHEREAS, additional signage proposed would include an 8-foot company logotype wall- mounted on the face of the building frontage, small directional signage, a new wall-mounted service center location sign, and a wall-mounted company logotype and a company name sign on the building parapet on the 1-680 frontage in accordance with the sign plans received on April 23, 2003, shown in Exhibit B, and on file; and WHEREAS, a complete application for the requested action is available and on file in the Department of Community Development; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing on said application for this project on July 8, 2003; and WHEREAS, proper notice of said public hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted recommending that the Planning Commission recommend the Master Sign Program, PD Planned Development rezoning and Stage 2 Development Plan, and the Site Development Review to the City Council for approval for the proposed expansion and renovation of the Dublin Honda auto dealership; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and use their independent judgment and considered all said reports, recommendations, and testimony hereinabove set forth, and this recommended approval shall be as generally depicted on the plans stamped received on April 23, 2003 and on file with the Dublin Planning Department. Page l ATTAC~t~'~'~T ~ NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Dublin does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding said proposed Dublin Honda Master Sign Program: mo The Master Sign Program (MSP) for PA 02-031 Dublin Honda contributes to an effective and attractive identification of the car dealership and its users by providing clear, legible and succinct signage that will identify and direct automobile and pedestrian traffic to the site. Bo The design quality of the site, improved with this MSP, and the surrounding area will be superior to the quality that would result under the regulations and standards of Section 8.84.40 "Sign Development Regulations"; 8.84.050, Signs Subject To Permits, 8.84.110, "Regulations for Wall Signs and Projecting Signs"; and 8.84.120, "Freestanding Sign General Regulations". The MSP allows the use of one existing freestanding sign for the site. All existing and proposed signage will conform to the overall design and layout of the car dealership. Co All of the existing and proposed signs have been designed to be compatible with the style and character of the existing improvements on the site and they are well related to each other. Do All existing and proposed signage is visible, legible, does not cause glare or disrupt the flow to pedestrian or vehicular traffic and conforms with the Design Criteria in Section 8.84.060, of the Zoning Ordinance. The existing freestanding signs are of a scale that relates well to the existing layout of the used car dealership The approval of the MSP is consistent with the intent of Section 8.104, "Site Development Review" (SDR). The MSP compliments and improves the site's development and design by providing a comprehensive sign program that incorporates the architectural style and design of the existing buildings. Additionally, all signage will promote safe traffic circulation to and within the site. Fo The approval of the MSP, as conditioned, complies with the Retail/Office designation of the General Plan and the general requirements established in the Zoning Ordinance because it establishes a comprehensive, well-designed automobile dealership signage program for the development. The approval of the MSP, as conditioned, will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety and general welfare because it promotes a sign program that will provide effective and attractive identification for the site. Ho The proposed MSP considered site layout, vehicular access, circulation, parking, setbacks, height, walls, public safety and similar elements to ensure that the MSP design assists in the provision of a desirable environment for the automobile dealership. 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 MSP, where appropriate, in order to insure the compatibility of the signage within the design concept and the character of adjacent buildings and uses and in accordance with the design guidelines of the Downtown Core Specific Plan. Landscape considerations including the requirement for planters and additional landscaping on the site and the rooftop parking lot that are of sufficient width, length and height have been required to insure visual relief and an attractive environment for the public. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Planning Commission of the City of Dublin does hereby adopt a Resolution recommending City Council approval of PA 02-031, the Master Sign Program for Dublin Honda, subject to the Conditions of Approval as follows: Page 2 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 Planning Department review and approval. The following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance of the conditions of approval. [PL] Planning, [BI Building, [PO] Police, [PW] Public Works, [ADM] Administration/City Attorney, [FIN] Finance, [FI Alameda County Fire Department, [DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District, [CO] Alameda County Department of Environmental Health. GENERAL SIGN REQUIREMENTS: This Master Sign Program approval for PA 02-031 is for an existing and previously approved freestanding sign, four other existing signs, and seven wall-mounted and directional signs as shown on Exhibit B, and as generally depicted and indicated by plans prepared and submitted by Dublin Honda and Michael Zucker & Associates, consisting of 2 sheets with attached colored elevations of typical signage, dated received April 23, 2003, stamped approved and on file with the City of Dublin Community Development Department. Sign's approved under this Master Sign Program shall generally conform to the following conditions, dimensions, restrictions and notations made and indicated on the plans labeled Exhibit B and the Dublin Zoning Regulations. lB, PL} All signage shall comply with the provisions established in this Master Sign Program or to the specific conditions stated. Modifications may be considered by the Zoning Administrator upon application for a Sign Site Development Review pursuant to Section 8.104 Site Development Review. [PL] o Building Permits for installation of all signage for the Dublin Honda auto dealership shall be secured and construction commenced within 1 year of the effective date of approval of this Master Sign Program or said approval shall be void. [B, PL] All freestanding and wall-mounted signs shown on Exhibit B shall be well-maintained in an attractive manner and in accordance with the approved plans. Any indirect light fixtures used to illuminate any signage shall be glare-shielded. [PL] ° New or proposed wall signs or additional freestanding signs for the automobile dealership site shall first be subject to review by the Community Development Department and shall conform to this Master Sign Program. The use of said additional wall and/or freestanding signage not shown or indicated by this Master Sign Program approval, will require a separate Sign Site Development Review approval by the Zoning Administrator prior to installation or use. Said signage shall comply with the sign regulation provisions of Section 8.84.060, 8.84.110 and 8.84.120, of the Zoning Ordinance. [PL] o Wall-mounted signs shall be placed flat against the building wall of the occupied frontage as applicable. No sign shall appear above the roof line. If signs change, all mounting holes from previous signs shall be repaired and walls repainted prior to mounting the new signs. [PL] The use of any Temporary Promotional Signs (i.e., banners, pennants, flags, balloons, searchlights and similar advertising devises) for special advertising and/or promotional use shall first require a Page 3 separate Zoning Clearance approval and shall comply with the provisions established in the Sign Regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. [PL] 8. The use of any A-Frame, portable or sandwichboard signs on the site is prohibited. Said signs shall also not be placed within the public right-of-way. [PL, PW] o Any vehicles with signage shall be parked as close as practical to the business it serves. Said vehicles cannot be parked adjacent to the Interstate 680 or Amador Plaza Road frontages or on the public street. Vehicles with signage shall be used in the normal course of business and shall not be used as a sign platform or for the sole purpose of attracting people to a place of business. [PL, PW, PO] 10. This Master Sign Program/Sign Site Development Review approval shall be revocable for cause in accordance with Section 8.96.020.I of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. [PL] PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of July 2003. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Planning Commission Chairperson Planning Manager G:\pa~2002\pa 02-03 I\PC-MSP reso Page 4 ~ m ~ ~ ~ ~ I m I ~_ ~_ ~_ ~ I I o ~o o ~ o m m m > _..~' m ~,'Architecture .lt~terior Desig~7 Michael Zucker & Associates 20 March 2003 Planning Commission City of Dublin 100 Civic Plaza Dublin, CA 94568 RE: Dublin Honda MZA Project No. 03-17 Dear Commissioners: We are submitting a design review package for the renovation and expansion of Dublin Honda. The package includes information that has been previously reviewed by the Community Development Department, with revisions to those plans in order to incorporate the plan review comments. Furthermore, we studied the building and site conditions in greater detail and made minor modifications to the plans and elevations in order to facilitate the buildability of the project. We believe the project will greatly enhance the existing site for the following reasons: 1. The project will renovate and expand an existing business thereby enhancing its long term business prospects. 2. The new service and storage structure is a compatible addition to this site and is comparable in size and scale with surrounding buildings. 3. The project is located in a business district and is consistent with uses in the area. The new structure will reduce vehicle off-site travel thereby increasing safety. 4. The project is located in a business district and is consistent with uses in the area. We believe the project should be approved for the following reasons: 1. The project will renovate an existing building thereby enhancing the 594 Howard Street Suite 200.San Francisco, CA appearance of this building. The new faqade will bring a fresh image to the building and should help stimulate sales. Additionally, the new appearance will match the upscale image of other nearby projects. The rear addition will allow the business to operate more efficiently thereby enhancing its existing location. If the project is NOT approved it may have to relocate due to Honda's dealership agreements. The site area is 85,594 sf. ATTACHMENT ' 94105 -Telephone: 415.957.0909 · Facsimile: 415.957.0638 DUBLIN HONDA 7099 Amador Plaza Road Dublin. CA 94568 SITE PHOTOGRAPHS PLANNING REVIEW SUBMITTAL TO City of Dublin, CA March 20, 2003 Michael Zucker & Associates DUBLIN HONDA 7099 Amador Piazza Road Dublin, CA 94568 SITE PHOTOGRAPHS PLANNING REVIEW SUBMITTAL TO City of Dublin, CA March 20, 2003 Michael Zucker & Associates 594 Howard Street. Sutte 200 San Francisco, Cal. g4105 T 415.957.0909 F 415.957.0636