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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.2 Attch 2 Reso Appvg SDR RESOLUTION NO. 14 - XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN APPROVING SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR A 1,186 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING ADDITION, A 10,282 SQUARE FOOT SALES BUILDING CARPORT/CANOPY, A 1,760 SQUARE FOOT SERVICE BUILDING CARPORT/CANOPY, FACADE MODIFICATIONS, AND RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE DUBLIN TOYOTA AUTO DEALERSHIP AT 4321 TOYOTA DRIVE (APN 986-0016-024-00) PLPA-2013-00059 WHEREAS, Jeremy Deng of AAI Design (Applicant) and HAMCOR, Inc., DBA Dublin Toyota (Property Owner), have requested Site Development Review approval of a 1,186 square foot building addition and a 10,282 square foot sales building carport/canopy to the existing sales building; a 1,760 square foot carport/canopy to the existing service building, fapade modifications, and related site improvements to the property at 4321 Toyota Drive (the "Project"); and WHEREAS, the Project is located in a PD (Planned Development) Zoning District, which has a General Plan and Eastern Dublin Specific Plan Land Use designation of General Commercial, and which conditionally permits automobile sales and service uses; and WHEREAS, the Project has an existing Conditional Use Permit for automobile sales and service that was approved by the Planning Commission in 1997 (Resolution 97-05) and a Site Development Review Permit that was approved by the City Council (Resolution 16-97); and WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with State Guidelines and City Environmental Regulations require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts; and WHEREAS, the project site is a component of a larger project ("the Santa Rita Commercial Center Project") that the City previously approved on January 31, 1995. The Santa Rita Commercial Center Project was within the scope of the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan and General Plan Amendment, for which a Program EIR was previously certified (SCH No. 91103064). A Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH No. 94113020) was previously approved for the Santa Rita Commercial Center Project, which together with the Program EIR adequately describes this project for the purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The project is within the scope of the Program EIR and Mitigated Negative Declaration and therefore, no further environmental analysis is necessary; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted to the City of Dublin Planning Commission recommending Site Development Review approval of the project; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on said application on March 11, 2014; and WHEREAS, proper notice of said hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and ATTACHMENT 2 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all reports, recommendations and testimony herein above set forth and used its independent judgment to evaluate the project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding the Site Development Review: A. The proposal is consistent with the purposes of Chapter 8.104 (Site Development Review), with the General Plan and with any applicable Specific Plans and Design Guidelines in that: 1) automobile sales and service is a conditionally permitted use; 2) there is an existing Conditional Use Permit for the dealership; 3) the proposed project will modernize and enhance the architectural appearance of the buildings; 4) the proposed project is well designed and compatible with the existing buildings and surrounding area; and 5) automobile sales and service uses are consistent with the General Plan and Eastern Dublin Specific Plan Land Use designation of General Commercial. B. The proposal is consistent with the provisions of Title 8, Zoning Ordinance in that: 1) the zoning for the site is PD, Planned Development, and the proposed dealership is a conditionally permitted use type; 2) a Conditional Use Permit has previously been approved and remains in effect to allow an automobile dealership to operate at this location; 3) the dealership, as conditioned, is compatible with surrounding uses; 4) the overall design of the Project is compatible with the neighborhood in which it is located; and 5) the project is consistent with development standards of the PD zoning district. C. The design of the project is appropriate to the City, the vicinity, surrounding properties, and the lot in which the project is proposed in that: 1) the project site is located in an urbanized area that is currently developed with a variety of building types and uses; 2) adequate access to the site is provided from Toyota Drive; 3) the site is currently developed with an automobile dealership, which is compatible with the adjacent uses; and 4) operation of the use is subject to compliance with the existing Conditional Use Permit. D. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of the approved development in that: 1) the site has been designed for automobile sales and service uses; 2) access to the site is provided from Toyota Drive, which is an existing roadway; and 3) the proposed building addition, canopies, and facade and site modifications constitute a negligible expansion of an existing use. E. Impacts to existing slopes and topographic features are addressed in that. the project is located on a fully developed site that is generally flat. F. Architectural considerations including the character, scale and quality of the design, site layout, the architectural relationship with the site and other buildings, screening of unsightly uses, lighting, building materials and colors and similar elements result in a project that is harmonious with its surroundings and compatible with other development in the vicinity in that: 1) the project has been well designed to complement the surrounding area; 2) the materials used in the building addition and facade modifications are of a high quality, including aluminum composite paneling and illuminated translucent glass; and 3) 2of13 the proposed architectural modifications enhance the site by introducing new materials to the existing buildings. G. Landscape considerations, including the location, type, size, color, texture and coverage of plant materials, and similar elements have been incorporated into the project to ensure visual relief, adequate screening and an attractive environment for the public in that: 1) there is no new landscaping proposed for this project. H. The site has been adequately designed to ensure proper circulation for bicyclists, pedestrians and automobiles in that: 1) access to the site is currently provided from two driveways along Toyota Drive; and 2) the project consists of site improvements that include accessible walkways and paths of travel along and between both the sales building and the service building. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission does hereby approve a Site Development Review for the Dublin Toyota project at 4321 Toyota Drive as shown on the Project Plans date-stamped "Received by Dublin Planning on December 27, 2013", included as Exhibit A to this Resolution, subject 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 Planning Division review and approval. The following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance of the conditions of approval: [PL] Planning; [B] Building; [PO] Police; [PW] Public Works; [ADM] Administration/City Attorney; [FIN] Finance; [PCS] Parks and Community Services; [F] Dublin Fire Prevention; [DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District; [LDD] Livermore Dublin Disposal; [CO] Alameda County Department of Environmental Health, [Zone 7] Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Zone 7; [LAVTA] Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority; and [CHS] California Department of Health Services. Agency When Source NO. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL Required, Prior to: GENERAL 1. Approval. This Site Development Review PL On-going Planning approval is for the Dublin Toyota building additions, fagade modifications, and related site improvements at 4321 Toyota Drive (PLPA-2013- 00059). This approval shall be as generally depicted and indicated on the plans prepared by AAI Architects dated received by Dublin Planning on December 27, 2013, and other plans, text, and diagrams relating to this approval, stamped approved and on file in the Community Development Department, except as modified by the following Conditions of Approval. 2. Effective Date. This Site Development Review PL On-going DMC Permit approval becomes effective 10 days after 8.96.020.H 3of13 action by the Planning Commission (10 days after and 8.136 the date of this Resolution) unless appealed before that time in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance. 3. Permit Expiration. Construction or use shall PL 1 year from DMC commence within one (1) year of Permit approval approval 8.96.020.D or the Permit shall lapse and become null and void. 4. Time Extension. The original approving PL 1 year from DMC decision-maker may, upon the Applicant's written approval 8.96.020.E request for an extension of approval prior to expiration, and upon the determination that any Conditions of Approval remain adequate to assure that applicable findings of approval will continue to be met, grant a time extension of approval for a period not to exceed six (6) months. All time extension requests shall be noticed and a public hearing or public meeting shall be held as required by the particular Permit. 5. Modifications. The Community Development PL On-going DMC Director may consider modifications or changes 8.104 to this Permit approval if the modifications or changes proposed comply with applicable sections of the Zoning Ordinance. 6. Revocation of Permit. The Permit approval PL On-going DMC shall be revocable for cause in accordance with 8.96.020.1 Section 8.96.020.1 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of the terms or conditions of this permit shall be subject to citation. 7. Requirements and Standard Conditions. The Various Issuance of Various Applicant/Developer shall comply with applicable building City of Dublin Fire Prevention Bureau, Dublin permits or Public Works Department, Dublin Building installation of Department, Dublin Police Services, Alameda improvements County Flood Control District Zone 7, Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority, Alameda County Public and Environmental Health, Dublin San Ramon Services District and the California Department of Health Services requirements and standard conditions. Prior to issuance of building permits or the 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. 4of13 8. Fees. Applicant/Developer shall pay all Various Issuance of Various applicable fees in effect, including, but not limited building to, Planning fees, Building fees, Traffic Impact permits Fees, TVTC fees, Dublin San Ramon Services District fees, Public Facilities fees, Dublin Unified School District School Impact fees (per agreement between Developer and School District), Fire Facilities Impact fees, Noise Mitigation fees, Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu fees, Alameda County Flood and Water Conservation District (Zone 7) Drainage and Water Connection fees; or any other fee that may be adopted and applicable. 9. Indemnification. The Developer shall defend, ADM On-going Admin/City indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Dublin Attorney and its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Dublin or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the City of Dublin or its advisory agency, appeal board, Planning Commission, City Council, Community Development Director, Zoning Administrator, or any other department, committee, or agency of the City to the extent such actions are brought within the time period required by Government Code Section 66499.37 or other applicable law; provided, however, that The Developer's duty to so defend, indemnify, and hold harmless shall be subject to the City's promptly notifying The Developer of any said claim, action, or proceeding and the City's full cooperation in the defense of such actions or proceedings. 10. Clarifications to the Conditions of Approval. PL On-going Planning In the event that there needs to be clarification to the Conditions of Approval, the Community Development Director has the authority to clarify the intent of these Conditions of Approval to the Applicant without going to a public hearing. The Community Development Director also has the authority to make minor modifications to these Conditions of Approval without going to a public hearing in order for the Applicant to fulfill needed improvements or mitigations resulting from impacts to this project. 11. Controlling Activities. The Applicant/Developer PL Through Planning shall control all activities on the project site so as construction not to create a nuisance to existing/surrounding and on-going businesses and/or residences. 5of13 12. Clean-up. The Applicant/Developer shall be PL Through Planning responsible for clean-up and disposal of project construction related trash to maintain a safe, clean, and litter- free site. 13. Property Maintenance. The PL On-going DMC Applicant/Developer and property owner shall be 5.64.050 responsible for maintaining the site in a clean and litter free condition during construction and through completion. Per the City of Dublin Non- Residential Property Maintenance Ordinance, DMC Section 5.64.050, the Applicant/ Property Owner shall maintain the building, site and all signage in good condition and shall keep the site clear of trash, debris and graffiti vandalism on a regular and continuous basis. 14. Construction Trailers, Storage Containers and PL Through Planning Equipment/Materials Storage Yard. Prior to the Completion placement of any construction trailer, storage container or equipment/ materials storage yard related to construction activities, a Temporary Use Permit shall be applied for and approved. PLANNING DIVISION — GENERAL 15. Temporary Promotional Signs. Temporary PL On-going DMC Promotional Signs, including but not limited to, 8.84 banner signs and balloons, are subject to compliance with Chapter 8.84 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance and require a Zoning Clearance from the Planning Division prior to installation. 16. Prohibited Signage. The use of any A-Frame, PL Ongoing DMC portable or sandwich board signs on-site or within 8.84 the publ ic right-of-way is prohibited. 17. Equipment Screening. All electrical and/or PL Issuance of Planning mechanical equipment shall be screened from building public view. Any roof-mounted equipment shall permits be completely screened from view by materials architecturally compatible with the building and to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. The Building Permit plans shall show the location of all equipment and screening for review and approval by the Community Development Director. PLANNING DIVISION — SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 18. Exterior Maintenance and Repair. All buildings, PL On-going Planning exterior furniture, and finishes on-site shall be regularly maintained and any damages repaired on an on-going basis. Buildings which have faded, cracked, chipped or peeling exterior paint shall be repainted and maintained in good 6of13 condition at all times. Exterior paint colors are subject to review and approval by the Community Development Director in accordance with Chapter 8.104. 19. Landscaping. All landscaping shall be PL On-going Planning maintained in good condition at all times. Irrigation shall be provided and utilized as needed to maintain healthy and viable plant material. Dead, decayed, diseased or other vegetation constituting an unsightly appearance shall be removed and replaced with viable plant material of the same or comparable type. 20. Occupancy Permits. Final inspection or PL, B Occupancy Planning & occupancy permits will not be granted until all Building construction is complete in accordance with approved plans and the conditions required by the City. 21. Non-Residential Security Requirements. The PL On-going Planning property owner and/or their designee shall comply with the City of Dublin Non-Residential Security Requirements. BUILDING 22. Building Codes and Ordinances. All project B Through Building construction shall conform to all building codes Completion and ordinances in effect at the time of building permit. 23. Building Permits. To apply for building permits, B Issuance of Building Applicant/ Developer shall submit five (5) sets of Building construction plans, to the Building Division for Permits 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 resolutions attached to each set of plans. Applicant/Developer will be responsible for obtaining the approvals of all participation non- City agencies prior to the issuance of building permits. 24. Construction Drawings. Construction plans B Issuance of Building shall be fully dimensioned (including building Building elevations) accurately drawn (depicting all Permits existing and proposed conditions on site), and prepared and signed by a California licensed Architect or Engineer. All structural calculations shall be prepared and signed by a California licensed Architect or Engineer. Provide a complete building analysis that shows the new 7of13 addition is within the allowable area and all occupancy separations per the CBC Section 508. The site plan, landscape plan and details shall be consistent with each other. 25. Engineer Observation. The Engineer of record B Frame Building shall be retained to provide observation services Inspection for all components of the lateral and vertical design of the building addition, including nailing, holddowns, straps, shear, roof diaphragm and structural frame of building. A written report shall be submitted to the City Inspector prior to scheduling the final frame inspection. PUBLIC WORKS 26. Clarifications and Changes to the Conditions. PW Prior to Public In the event that there needs to be clarification to Approval of Works these Conditions of Approval, the Directors of Improvement Community Development and Public Works Plans have the authority to clarify the intent of these Conditions of Approval to the Applicant/Developer by a written document signed by the Directors of Community Development and Public Works and placed in the project file. The Directors also have the authority to make minor modifications to these conditions without going to a public hearing in order for the Applicant to fulfill needed improvements or mitigations resulting from impacts of this project. 27. Standard Public Works Conditions of PW Prior to Public Approval. Applicant/Developer shall comply Approval of Works with all applicable City of Dublin Public Works Improvement Standard Conditions of Approval. In the event Plans of a conflict between the Public Works Standard Conditions of Approval and these Conditions, these Conditions shall prevail. 28. Improvement and Grading Plans. All PW Prior to Public improvement and grading plans submitted to the Issuance of Works Public Works Department for review/approval Grading/Site- shall be prepared in accordance with the work Permit approved preliminary plan, these Conditions of Approval, and the City of Dublin Municipal Code including Chapter 7.16 (Grading Ordinance). All printing and lettering shall be 1/8" minimum height and such shape and weight as to be readily legible on prints and microfilm reproductions. For on-site improvements, the Applicant/Developer shall adhere to the City's On-site Checklist (eight 8-1/2" x 11" pages). All of these reference documents are available from 8 of 13 the Public Works Department (call telephone 925-833-6630) for more information. Pollution Control Plan shall be included with the improvement plan approval. The plan shall include detailed design, location, and maintenance criteria of all erosion and sedimentation control measures. 29. Grading/Demolition/Sitework Permit. The PW Prior to Public Applicant shall apply for and obtain a Issuance of Works Grading/Sitework Permit from the Public Works Grading/Site- Department for all site improvement or grading work Permit work. The Grading/Sitework Permit will be based on the final set of civil plans and will not be issued until all of plan check comments have been resolved. A copy of Grading/Sitework Permit application may be found on the City's website at: https://ca- dublin.civicplus.com/index.aspx?NID=340 The current cost of the permit is $102.00 and is due at the time of permit issuance. The Applicant will also be responsible for any adopted increases to the fee amount or additional fees for inspection of the work. 30. Site Plan. On-site improvements shall be PW Prior to Public designed in accordance with the site plan entitled Issuance of Works "Preliminary Improvement Plan Phase II" Grading/Site- prepared by Ruggeri-Jensen-Azar, dated work Permit December 26, 2013 and these Condition of Approval. 31. Vehicle Parking. Prior to obtaining PW Prior to Public grading/sitework permit, applicant shall submit a Occupancy Works parking layout plan for the proposed parking lot revisions. Applicant should repair any distressed areas of pavement within the proposed area of work. The parking spaces striping that is in poor condition shall be re-striped. All parking spaces shall be double striped using 4" white lines set approximately 2 feet apart according to City standards and §8.76.070 (A) 17 of the Dublin Municipal Code. All compact-sized parking spaces shall have the word "COMPACT" stenciled on the pavement within each space. 12"-wide concrete step-out curbs shall be constructed at each parking space where one or both sides abut a landscaped area or planter. 9of13 All customer and employee stalls shall be clearly identified with signs and/or pavement markings. The proposed parking shall not impede required exit paths or encroach into pedestrian pathways. 32. Parking Prohibitions/Restrictions. Vehicle PW On-going and Public parking shall be prohibited or restricted at Addressed Works locations deemed reasonably necessary by the Prior to Final City Engineer during final design and/or construction. 33. Site Accessibility Requirements. All parking PW Prior to Public spaces for the disabled and other physical site Occupancy Works improvements shall comply with current UBC Title 24 requirements and City of Dublin Standards for accessibility. 34. ADA Access. The Applicant/Developer shall PW Prior to Public upgrade facilities to comply with current ADA Issuance of Works standards. Building Permit a) Install Accessibility signs at Disabled Access Parking spaces per CBC Section 1129B.4. b) Upgrade curb ramps with ramps conforming to current standards for grade and tactile elements (truncated domes). c) Upgrade accessible path of travel to conform to the current standards for grades — cross slope not exceeding 2% and longitudinal slopes not exceeding 8.33% with hand rails or 5% without hand rails. d) Proposed improvements associated with the new Car Delivery facility indicates removal of existing accessible path from the accessible van parking stall located east of the Parts/Service building. Provide accessible path from the accessible van parking stall to the existing Customer Lounge area within the Parts/Service building. e) Display vehicles shall not block required paths of travel. 35. Occupancy Permit Requirements. Prior to PW Prior to Public issuance of an Occupancy Permit, the physical Occupancy Works condition of the project site shall meet minimum health and safety standards including, but not limited to the following: a. Lighting for the building and parking lot shall be adequate for safety and security. 10 of 13 Exterior lighting shall be provided for building entrances/exits and pedestrian walkways. Security lighting shall be provided as required by Dublin Police. b. All construction equipment, materials, or on-going work shall be separated from the public by use of fencing, barricades, caution ribbon, or other means reasonably approved by the City Engineer/Public Works Director. c. All site features designed to serve the disabled (i.e. H/C parking stalls, accessible walkways, signage) for the building shall be installed and fully functional. 36. Stormwater Runoff Calculations. PW Prior to Public Applicant/Developer shall provide the stormwater Issuance of Works runoff, conveyance and treatment details. The Grading/Site- calculations shall demonstrate adequate capacity work Permit in the existing or proposed storm drainage system. 37. Stormwater Management. The preliminary PW Prior to Public Stormwater Treatment Plan submitted with this Issuance of Works SDR application is approved in concept only. Grading/Site- The final Stormwater Management Plan is work Permit subject to City Engineer's approval prior to the issuance of Grading/Sitework Permit. Approval is subject to the developer providing the necessary plans, details, and calculations that demonstrate the plan complies with the standards established by the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Regional Permit (MRP). The Applicant shall install "No Dumping Drains To Creek" storm drain markers on all existing catch basins on site per City Standard Plan CD- 704. 38. Storm Water Treatment Measures PW Final Public Maintenance Agreement. Applicant/Developer Works shall enter into an agreement with the City of Dublin that guarantees the property owner's perpetual maintenance obligation for all storm water treatment measures installed as part of the project. Said agreement is required pursuant to Provision C.3 of the Municipal Regional Stormwater NPDES Permit, Order No. R2-2009- 0074. Said permit requires the City to provide 11 of 13 verification and assurance that all treatment devices will be properly operated and maintained. 39. Erosion Control During Construction. PW Prior to Public Applicant/Developer shall include an Erosion Issuance of Works and Sediment Control Plan with the Grading and Grading/Site- Improvement plans for review and approval by work Permit the City Engineer/Public Works Director. Said and During plan shall be designed, implemented, and Construction continually maintained pursuant to the City's NPDES permit between October Vt and April 15th or beyond these dates if dictated by rainy weather, or as otherwise directed by the City En ineer/Public Works Director. 40. Construction Hours. Construction and grading PW During Public operations shall be limited to weekdays (Monday Construction Works through Friday) and non-City holidays between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The Applicant/Developer may request permission to work on Saturdays and/or holidays between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm by submitting a request form to the City Engineer no later than 5:00 pm the prior Wednesday. Overtime inspection rates will apply for all Saturday and/or holiday work. 41. Temporary Fencing. Temporary construction PW During Public fencing shall be installed along perimeter of all Construction Works work under construction to separate the and construction operation from the public. All Occupancy construction activities shall be confined to within the fenced area. Construction materials and/or equipment shall not be operated or stored outside of the fenced area or within the public right-of- way unless approved in advance by the City Engine r/Public Works Director. 42. Construction Noise Management Plan. PW During Public Developer shall prepare a Construction Noise Construction Works Management Plan, to be approved by the City and Grading Engineer and Community Development Director, Activities that identifies measures to be taken to minimize construction noise on surrounding developed properties. The Plan shall include hours of construction operation, use of mufflers on construction equipment, speed limit for construction traffic, haul routes and identify a noise monitor. Specific noise management measures shall be included in the project plans and specifications. 12 of 13 43. Damage/Repairs. The Applicant/Developer shall PW Prior to Public be responsible for the repair of any damaged Occupancy Works pavement, curb & gutter, sidewalk, or other public street facility resulting from construction activities associated with the development of the project. 44. Lighting. The Applicant/Developer shall PW Prior to Public prepare a photometric plan to the satisfaction of Occupancy Works the City Engineer, Director of Community Development, the City's Consulting Landscape Architect and Dublin Police Services. A minimum of one foot-candle of light shall be provided and maintained across the surface of the parking lot. Any illumination, including security lighting, shall be directed away from adjoining properties, businesses or vehicular traffic so as not to cause any gla re. 45. Geotechnical Report & Recommendations. PW Prior to Public The Applicant/Developer shall provide a site Issuance of Works specific geotechnical report prepared by a Building reputable geotechnical engineer. The Permit Geotechnical Engineer shall certify that the project design conforms to the report recommendations prior to issuance of a Grading/Sitework Permit or Building Permit. All report recommendations shall be followed during the course of grading and construction. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 11th day of March 2014 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Planning Commission Chair ATTEST: Assistant Community Development Director G:IPAM20131PLPA-2013-00059 Dublin Toyota SDR-Phase 11 PC 3.11.141PC Reso SDR 3.11.14.doc 13 of 13