HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Reso 23-05 PLPA-2023-00024 Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines
Reso. No. 23-05, Item 8.1, Adopted 07/25/2023 Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. 23-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE CITYWIDE OUTDOOR SEATING
DESIGN GUIDELINES
PLPA-2023-00024
WHEREAS, the provisions for temporary outdoor seating expire on September 30, 2023;
and
WHEREAS, some restaurant operators have expressed interest in continuing to allow
outdoor seating in parking lots on a permanent basis; and
WHEREAS, Citywide Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines (“Design Guidelines”) have been
prepared to ensure a high-quality environment is provided that appropriately addresses location,
colors/materials, design, and amenities for outdoor seating within parking lots; and
WHEREAS, the Design Guidelines are intended to provide design direction that
encourages creativity and enriches the community of Dublin; and
WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with State
Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be
reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council find this project
exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
because it can be seen with certainty that they would not have a significant effect on the
environment; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed Design
Guidelines on July 25, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission agenda was posted; and
WHEREAS, a Staff Report dated July 25, 2023, was submitted to the City of Dublin
Planning Commission recommending City Council approval of the proposed Citywide Outdoor
Seating Design Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said reports,
recommendations and testimony herein above set forth and used its independent judgment to
evaluate the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the foregoing recitals are true and correct
and made a part of this Resolution.
Reso. No. 23-05, Item 8.1, Adopted 07/25/2023 Page 2 of 2
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Dublin Planning Commission does hereby
recommend that the City Council adopt the Citywide Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines attached
hereto as Exhibit A, and incorporated herein by reference.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 25th day of July 2023, by the following vote:
AYES: Aini, Grier, Thalblum, Tyler, Wright
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Planning Commission Chair
ATTEST:
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Assistant Community Development Director
Citywide
Outdoor Seating
Design
Guidelines
City of Dublin
July 2023
ATTACHMENT 2
Purpose
The purpose of the Citywide Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines is to ensure
that outdoor seating within parking lots is aesthetically pleasing, provides a
high-quality environment for patrons and is appropriately designed for the
location. The Design Guidelines provides a framework intended to provide
design direction for restaurant operators and design professionals while
encouraging innovation and creativity.
Goals
•Aesthetically pleasing design
•Provide a high-quality environment for patrons
•Appropriate design for the location
•Encourage creative design while enriching the
community of Dublin
Applicability
The Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines apply to outdoor seating located within
parking lots.
These Design Guidelines supplement existing development standards and regulations
described in the Dublin Municipal Code (DMC). If there is a conflict between these
Design Guidelines and other regulations, the more restrictive standard shall apply.
Outdoor seating within parking lots is subject to Site Development Review (SDR) in
accordance with the DMC Chapter 8.104. Deviation from these Design Guidelines is
subject to discretionary review by the Community Development Director, unless
determined to be minor and approved by way of a SDR Waiver. Allowing flexibility
through a discretionary SDR shall not be construed as allowing inferior quality and
character of the project design.
We are here to help!
Applicants are encouraged to contact the Community Development Department
prior to submitting a formal application to discuss the preliminary design of the
project. This will help the applicant determine if the proposal is consistent with the
Design Guidelines and Zoning Ordinance requirements, helping to save time and
resources.
1. Location
•Parking spaces on private property
immediately adjacent to restaurant
•Located in areas that are not
adjacent to red zones/fire hydrants
•Keep utility access points accessible
•Maintain drive aisles, accessible
parking spaces, and pedestrian paths
of travel
2. Colors & Materials
•Colors and materials that showcases
innovation and creativity is encouraged
•Use high quality, durable materials that
provides an attractive design
•Umbrellas and other shade materials
should be limited to a maximum of two
colors and not include product names or
advertising.
3. Design
•Provide a solid barrier to separate outdoor
seating from parking spaces and drive aisles.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
–Solid walls
–Planter boxes
•The surface of outdoor seating areas shall be
made flush with the adjacent walkway grade
4. Amenities
•Lighting. Provide lighting to enhance
the nighttime environment for patrons
– string lighting is encouraged
(spotlights and illumination for
advertising shall be avoided)
•Furniture. Furnishings shall be
coordinated and be made of high-
quality materials (heaters may require
approval by the Fire Department)
•Shade . Provide a solid roof, trellis, or
fire -resistant sails or umbrellas
–Tents are not permitted
Outdoor Seating
Design Guidelines
Fore more
information,
contact the
Planning
Division
planningpermits
@dublin.ca.gov
925-833-6610