HomeMy WebLinkAbout10_013 DH Resolution DH RESOLUTION NO. 10-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING DIRECTOR OF THE
CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING
APPLICATION NO. PA10-0263, A MAJOR MODIFICATION
TO AN EXISTING BUILDING FOR A 99 CENTS ONLY
STORE (A PORTION OF THE FORMER RALPH'S STORE
IN WINCHESTER MEADOWS SHOPPING CENTER) WITH
EXTERIOR FAC�ADE MODIFICATIONS INCLUDING
CHANGES TO THE STOREFRONT FAC�ADE, AND
CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW TRASH ENCLOSURE AND
EXIT RAMP SYSTEM LOCATED AT 40355 WINCHESTER
ROAD
Section 1. Procedural Findings. The Planning Director of the City of Temecula
does hereby find, determine and declare that:
A. On September 7, 2010 Douglas Digison, filed Planning Application No.
PA10-0263, Major Modification Application in a manner in accord with the City of
Temecula General Plan and Development Code.
B. The Application was processed including, but not limited to a public notice,
in the time and manner prescribed by State and local law.
C. The Planning Director, at a regular meeting, considered the Application
and environmental review on December 2, 2010, at a duly noticed public hearing as
prescribed by law, at which time the City staff and interested persons had an
opportunity to and did testify either in support or in opposition to this matter.
D. At the conclusion of the Director's Hearing and after due consideration of
the testimony, the Planning Director approved Planning Application No. PA10-0263
subject to Conditions of Approval, after finding that the project proposed in Planning
Application No. PA10-0263 conformed to the City of Temecula's General Plan and
Development Code.
E. All legal preconditions to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
Section 2. Further Findings. The Planning Director, in approving the
Application hereby finds, determines and declares that:
A. The proposed use is in conformance with the General Plan for Temecula
and with all applicable requirements of State law and other Ordinances of the City;
The proposed fa�ade improvements and addition of a trash enclosure and exit
ramp system are consistent with the General Plan /and use designation, and with
the standards and requirements for the Community Commercial zoning district.
The proposed modification does not change the proposed retail use permitted in
the land use designafion standards contained in the General P/an and
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Development Code. The site is properly p/anned and zoned, and as conditioned,
is physically suitab/e for the type of development proposed. The proposed
modification, as conditioned, is consistent with other applicab/e requirements of
State law and loca/ Ordinances, including the California Environmenfal Quality
Act (CEQA) and all applicab/e Fire and Building Codes.
B. The overall development of the land is designed for the protection of the
public health, safety, and general welfare;
The proposed modification is consistent with the development standards outlined
in the City of Temecu/a Development Code. The proposed site layout for the
project is consistent with the Citywide Design Guidelines and development
standards for commercial buildings. The proposed project meets the standards
for circu/ation, site p/an design, and /andscaping. The project has been found to
be consistent with. all applicable policies, guidelines, standards and regulations
intended to ensure that the development will be constructed and function in a
manner consistent with the public hea/th, safety and we/fare. .
Section 3. Environmental Findings. The Planning Director hereby makes the
following environmental findings and determinations in connection with the approval of
the Major Modification Application:
A. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the proposed
project has been deemed to be categorically exempt from further environmental review
(Section 15301, Class 1 Existing Facilities).
1. The project includes. interior tenant improvements, exterior fa�ade
modifications to an existing building, and the addition of a trash enclosure
and exit ramp system at the back of the building.
2. The project is in an existing shopping center where all public services and
facilities are available, and the project is not located in an environmentally
sensitive area.
Section 4. Conditions. The Planning Director of the City of Temecula
approves Planning Application No. PA10-0263, subject to the Conditions of Approval
set forth on Exhibit A, attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference.
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Section 5. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City of Temecula
Pla �ng�irector this 2nd day of December 2010
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Patrick Richardson, Planning Director
I, Cynthia Lariccia, Secretary of the Temecula Director's Hearing, do hereby
certify that the forgoing DH Resolution No. 10-13 was duly and regularly adopted by the
Planning Director of the City of Temecula at a regular meeting thereof held on the 2nd
day of December, 2010.
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Cynthia ccia, Secretary
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EXHIBIT A
FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF TEMECULA
FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Planning Application No.: PA10-0263
Project Description: A Major Modification to an existing building for a 99 Cents Only store
(a portion of the former Ralph's store in Winchester Meadows
Shopping Center) with exterior facade modifications including
changes to the storefront facade, and construction of a new trash
enclosure and exit ramp system located at 40355 Winchester Road
Assessor's Parcel No.: 920-080-003
MSHCP Category: NA — Previously developed site and no improvements on
undisturbed area
DIF Category: NA — Existing facility (faCade improvement with no new interior
space)
TUMF Category: NA — Existing facility (faCade improvement with no new interior
space)
Approval Date: December 2, 2010
Expiration Date: December 2, 2012
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Within 48 Hours of the Approval of This Project
PL-1. The applicant/developer shall deliver to the Planning Department a cashier's check or
money order made payable to the County Clerk in the amount of Sixty-Four pollars
($64.00) for the County administrative fee, to enable the City to file the Notice of
Exemption as provided under Public Resources Code Section 21152 and California
Code of Regulations Section 15062. If within said 48-hour period the applicant/
developer has not delivered to the Planning Department the check as required above,
the approval for the project granted shall be void by reason of failure of condition (Fish
and Game Code Section 711.4(c)).
General Requirements
PL-2. The applicant and owner of the real property subject to this condition shall hereby
agree to indemnify, protect, hold harmless, and defend the City with Legal Counsel of
the City's own selection from any and all claims, actions, awards, judgments, or
proceedings against the City to attack, set aside, annul, or seek monetary damages
resulting, directly or indirectly, from any action in furtherance of and the approval of the
City, or any agency or instrumentality thereof, advisory agency, appeal board or
legislative body including actions approved by the voters of the City, concerning the
Planning Application. The City shall be deemed for purposes of this condition, to
include any agency or instrumentality thereof, or any of its elected or appointed
officials, officers, employees, consultants, contractors, legal counsel, and agents. City
shall promptly notify both the applicant and landowner of any claim, action, or
proceeding to which this condition is applicable and shall further cooperate fully in the
defense of the action. The City reserves the right to take any and all action the City
deems to be in the best interest of the City and its citizens in regards to such defense.
PL-3. The permittee shall obtain City approval for any modifications or revisions to the
approval of this project.
PL-4. This approval shall be used within two years of the approval date; otherwise, it shall
become null and void. By use is meant the beginning of substantial construction
contemplated by this approval within the two year period, which is thereafter diligently
pursued to completion, or the beginning of substantial utilization contemplated by this
approval.
PL-5. The Planning Director may, upon an application being filed prior to expiration, and for
good cause, grant a time extension of up to 3 one-year extensions of time, one year at
a time.
PL-6. A separate building permit shall be required for all signage.
PL-7. The development of the premises shall substantially conform to the approved site plan
and elevations contained on file with the Planning Department.
PL-8. Landscaping installed for the project shall be continuously maintained to the
reasonable satisfaction of the Planning Director. If it is determined that the landscaping
is not being maintained, the Planning Director shall have the authority to require the
property owner to bring the landscaping into conformance with the approved landscape
plan. The continued maintenance of all landscaped areas shall be the responsibility of
the developer or any successors in interest.
PL-9. Other than stormwater, it is illegal to allow liquids, gels, powders, sediment, fertilizers,
landscape debris, and waste from entering the storm drain system or from leaving the
property. Spills and leaks must be cleaned up immediately. Do not wash, maintain, or
repair vehicles onsite. Do not hose down parking areas, sidewalks, alleys, or gutters.
Ensure that all materials and products stored outside are protected from rain. Ensure
all trash bins are covered at all times.
PL-10. The applicant shall paint a three-foot by three-foot section of the building for Planning
Department inspection, prior to commencing painting of the building.
PL-11. The applicant shall submit to the Planning Department for permanent filing two 8" X 10"
glossy photographic color prints of the approved color and materials board and the
colored architectural elevations. All labels on the color and materials board and
Elevations shall be readable on the photographic prints.
PL-12. The Conditions of Approval specified in this resolution, to the extent specific items,
materials, equipment, techniques, finishes or similar matters are specified, shall be
deemed satisfied by staff's prior approval of the use or utilization of an item, material,
equipment, finish or technique that City staff determines to be the substantial
equivalent of that required by the Conditions of Approval. Staff may elect to reject the
request to substitute, in which case the real party in interest may appeal, after payment
of the regular cost of an appeal, the decision to the Planning Commission for its
decision.
MATERIAL COLOR
Stucco
Main Body Frazee #1230A Beacon
Columns and Banding Frazee #2686 Wheelbarrow
Main Entrance Frazee # 2741 W Biscotti
Metal Awning SW 6517 Regatta (Blue)
Storefront Window System and Doors Anodized Dark Bronze to match existing
Glass Clear
Tile and Grout Medium Sky Blue Tile and Grout to
match existing
PL-13. Trash enclosures shall be provided to house all trash receptacles utilized on the site.
These shall be clearly labeled on site plan.
PL-14. The developer shall contact the City's franchised solid waste hauler for disposal of
construction and demolition debris. Only the City's franchisee may haul demolition and
construction debris.
PL-15. The applicant shall comply with the Public Art Ordinance.
Prior to Issuance of Grading Permit(s)
PL-16. The following shall be included in the Notes Section of the Grading Plan: "If at any time
during excavation/construction of the site, archaeological/cultural resources, or any
artifacts or other objects which reasonably appears to be evidence of cultural or
archaeological resource are discovered, the property owner shall immediately advise
the City of such and the City shall cause all further excavation or other disturbance of
the affected area to immediately cease. The Planning Director at his/her sole
discretion may require the property owner to deposit a sum of money it deems
reasonably necessary to allow the City to consult and/or authorize an independent, fully
qualified specialist to inspect the site at no cost to the City, in order to assess the
significance of the find. Upon determining that the discovery is not an archaeological/
cultural resource, the Planning Director shall notify the property owner of such
determination and shall authorize the resumption of work. Upon determining that the
discovery is an archaeological/cultural resource, the Planning Director shall notify the
property owner that no further excavation or development may take place until a
mitigation plan or other corrective measures have been approved by the Planning
Director."
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
PL-17. The applicant shall provide a detail of the metal awning indicating a classic straight
slope or shed type awning (not a convex, or "bubble" type awning).
PL-18. All downspouts shall be internalized.
PL-19. Four copies of Construction Landscaping and Irrigation Plans shall be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Department. These plans shall conform to the approved
conceptual landscape plan, or as amended by these conditions. The location, number,
height and spread, water usage or KC value, genus, species, and container size of the
plants shall be shown. The plans shall be consistent with the Water Efficient Ordinance
and Water Storage Contingency Plan per the Rancho California Water District. The
plans shall be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee (per the City of Temecula Fee
Schedule at time of submittal) and one copy of the approved Grading Plan.
PL-20. Precise Grading Plans shall be consistent with the approved rough grading plans
including all structural setback measurements.
PL-21. All utilities shall be screened from public view. Landscape construction drawings shall
show and label all utilities and provide appropriate screening. Provide a three-foot
clear zone around fire check detectors as required by the Fire Department before
starting the screen. Group utilities together in order to reduce intrusion. Screening of
utilities is not to look like an after-thought. Plan planting beds and design around
utilities. Locate all light poles on plans and insure that there are no conflicts with trees.
PL-22. Building plans shall indicate that all roof hatches shall be painted "International
Orange."
PL-23. The developer shall provide the Planning Department verification of arrangements
made with the City's franchise solid waste hauler for disposal of construction and
demolition debris.
Prior to Release of Power, Building Occupancy or Any Use Allowed by This Permit
PL-24. The applicant shall be required to screen all loading areas and roof mounted
mechanical equipment from view of the adjacent residences and public right-of-ways. If
upon final inspection it is determined that any mechanical equipment, roof equipment or
backs of building parapet walls are visible from any portion of the public right-of-way
adjacent to the project site, the developer shall provide screening by constructing a
sloping tile covered mansard roof element or other screening reviewed and approved
by the Planning Director.
PL-25. All required landscape planting and irrigation shall have been installed consistent with
the approved construction plans and shall be in a condition acceptable to the Planning
Director. The plants shall be healthy and free of weeds, disease, or pests. The
irrigation system shall be properly constructed and in good working order.
PL-26. All of the foregoing conditions shall be complied with prior to occupancy or any use
allowed by this permit.
BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT
General Conditions/Information
B-1. All design components shall comply with applicable provisions of the 2007 edition of
the California Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes; 2007 California Electrical
Code; California Administrative Code, Title 24 Energy Cod�, California Title 24
Disabled Access Regulations, and the Temecula Municipal Code.
B-2. Provide details of all applicable disabled access provisions and building setbacks on
plans.
B-3. Provide disabled access from the public way to the main entrance of the building.
B-4. Provide van accessible parking located as close as possible to the main entry.
B-5. Show path of accessibility from parking to furthest point of improvement.
B-6. Obtain all building plans and permit approvals prior to commencement of any
construction work.
B-7. Commercial and industrial project trash enclosures, patio covers, light standards, and
any block walls will require separate approvals and permits.
B-8. Signage shall be posted conspicuously at the entrance to the project that indicates the
hours of construction, as allowed by the City of Temecula Municipal Ordinance
9.20.060, for any site within one-quarter mile of an occupied residence. The permitted
hours of construction are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and
Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. No work is permitted on Sundays and nationally
recognized Government Holidays.
B-9. Provide an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
At Plan Review Submittal
B-10. Provide electrical plan including load calculations and panel schedule, plumbing
schematic and mechanical plan applicable to scope of work for plan review.
B-11. Provide number and type of restroom fixtures, to be in accordance with the provisions
of the 2007 edition of the California Plumbing Code.
B-12. Provide precise grading plan to verify accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
B-13. Provide appropriate stamp of a registered professional with original signature on plans.
FIRE PREVENTION
General Requirements
F-1. Final fire and life safety conditions will be addressed when building plans are reviewed
by the Fire Prevention Bureau. These conditions will be based on occupancy, use, the
California Building Code (CBC), California Fire Code (CFC), and related codes which
are in force at the time of building plan submittal.
F-2. If construction is phased, each phase shall provide approved access and fire protection
prior to any building construction (CFC Chapter 5, Section 503.4).
F-3. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Fire Code permit process and
update any changes in the items and quantities approved as part of their Fire Code
permit. These changes shall be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau for review and
approval per the Fire Code and is subject to inspection (CFC Chapter 1).
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
F-4. Fire sprinkler tenant improvement plans shall be submitted to the Fire Prevention
Bureau for approval. Three sets of sprinkler tenant improvement plans must be
submitted by the installing contractor to the Fire Prevention Bureau. These plans must
be submitted prior to the issuance of building permit.
F-5. Fire alarm tenant improvement plans shall be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau
for approval. Three sets of alarm tenant improvement plans must be submitted by the
installing contractor to the Fire Prevention Bureau. The fire alarm system is required to
have a dedicated circuit from the house panel. These plans must be submitted prior to
the issuance of building permit. Each suite is required to have a notification device.
This is required per City Ordinance.
Prior to Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy
F-6. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or
approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible
from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their
background. Commercial buildings shall have a minimum of 12-inch numbers with
suite numbers being a minimum of six inches in size. All suites shall have a minimum
of six-inch high letters and/or numbers on both the front and rear doors. (CFC Chapter
5, Section 505.1 and Temecula City Ordinance 15.16.020 Section E).
F-7. A"Knox-Box" shall be provided. The Knox-Box shall be installed a minimum of six feet
in height and be located to the right side of the fire riser sprinkler room (CFC Chapter 5,
Section 506).
F-8. Buildings housing high-piled combustible stock shall comply with the provisions of
California Fire Code Chapter 23 and all applicable National Fire Protection Association
standards. The storage of high-piled combustible stock may require structural design
considerations or modifications to the building. Fire protection and life safety features
may include some or all of the following: an automatic fire sprinkler system(s) designed
for a specific commodity class and storage arrangement, hose stations, alarm systems,
smoke vents, draft curtains, Fire Department access doors and Fire Department access
roads. For storage areas housing high piled combustible storage in excess of twelve
feet in height and great than 500 square feet a permit will be required. (CFC Chapter 23
and Temecula City Ordinance 15.16.020 Section J).
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
PW-1 . No Conditions of Approval.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
General Requirements
PD-1. Applicant shall ensure all landscaping surrounding all buildings are kept at a height of
no more than three feet or below the ground floor windowsills. Plants, hedges and
shrubbery shall be defensible plants to deter would-be intruders from breaking into the
buildings utilizing lower level windows.
PD-2. Applicant shall ensure all trees surrounding all building rooftops be kept at a distance to
deter roof accessibility by would-be burglars. Since trees also act as a natural ladder,
the branches must be pruned to have a six-foot clearance from the buildings.
PD-3. Berms shall not exceed three feet in height.
PD-4. All parking lot lighting shall be energy saving and minimized after hours of darkness
and in compliance with Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations.
PD-5. All exterior lighting shall be in compliance with Riverside Mount Palomar Lighting
Ordinance 655, low pressure sodium lighting preferred.
PD-6. All exterior doors shall have a vandal resistant light fixture installed above the door.
The doors shall be illuminated with a minimum one-foot candle illumination at ground
level, evenly dispersed.
PD-7. All lighting affixed to the buildings shall be wall mount light fixtures to provide sufficient
lighting during hours of darkness.
PD-8. Applicant shall comply with the Governor's order to address the power crisis. This
order became effective March 18, 2001 calling for a substantial reduction from
businesses to cut usage during non-business hours. The order, in part, states, "All
California retail establishments, including, but not limited to, shopping centers, auto
malls and dealerships, shall substantially reduce maximum outdoor lighting capability
during non-business hours except as necessary for the health and safety of the public,
employees or property." Failure to comply with this order following a warning by law
enforcement officials shall be punishable as a misdemeanor with a fine not to exceed
$1000 in accordance with Title 24, Part 6, of the California Code of Regulations.
PD-9. All doors, windows, locking mechanisms, hinges, and other miscellaneous hardware
shall be commercial or institution grade.
Any graffiti painted or marked upon the buildings must be removed or painted over
within 24 hours of being discovered. Report all such crimes to the Temecula Police 24-
hour dispatch Center at (951) 696-HELP.
PD-10. Upon completion of construction, the buildings shall have a monitored alarm system
installed and monitored 24 hours a day by a designated private alarm company to notify
the Temecula Police Department of any intrusion. All multi-tenant
offices/suites/businesses located within a specific building shall have their own alarm
system. This condition is not applicable if the business is opened 24/7.
PD-11. All roof hatches shall be painted "International Orange."
PD-12. Any public telephones located on the exterior of the buildings shall be placed in a well-
lit, highly visible area, and installed with a"call-out only" feature to deter loitering. This
feature is not required for public telephones installed within the interior of the buildings.
PD-13. All disabled parking stalls on the premises shall be marked in accordance with Section
22511.8 of the California Vehicle Code.
PD-14. Penal Code 490.5 affords merchants the opportunity to recover their losses through a
civil demand program.
PD-15. Employee training regarding retail/credit card theft, citizens' arrest procedures,
personal safety, business security, shoplifting or any other related crime prevention
training procedures is also available through the Crime Prevention Unit.
PD-16. Any business that serves or sells any type of alcoholic beverages will comply with all
guidelines within the Business and Profession Codes and all other guidelines
associated with the State Department of Alcohol Beverage Control.
PD-17. Contact the Temecula Police Department for inspections and training for both
employees and owners. This includes special events held at business locations where
alcohol will be served for a fee and the event is open to the general public.
PD-18. Applicant will comply with Temecula Municipal Code Section 9.14.010, Consumption of
Alcoholic Beverages in Public Prohibited.
PD-19. Identification will be verified utilizing one of the following: (a) valid California driver's
license; (b) valid California identification card; (c) valid military identification card
(active/reserve/retired/dependent); (d) valid driver's license from any of the 50 States or
Territories of the United States; (e) valid U.S. Passport; (f) valid government issued
identification card issued by a Federal, State, County or City agency.
PD-20. As noted above, only a valid government issued identification card issued by a Federal,
State, County or City agency is acceptable, providing it complies with 25660 of the
Business and Profession Code (B&P), which includes the following requirements: (a)
name of person; (b) date of birth; (c) physical description; (d) photograph; (e) currently
valid (not expired). It is the responsibility of the business owner and any person who
serves or sells alcohol to be aware of current laws and regulations pertaining to
alcoholic beverages.
PD-21. Businesses desiring a business security survey of their location can contact the Crime
Prevention and Plans Unit of the Temecula Police Department.
PD-22. The Temecula Police Department affords all retailers the opportunity to participate in
the "Inkless Ink Program." At a minimal cost for inkless inkpads, retailers can take a
thumbprint of every customer using a personal check to pay for goods or services. A
decal is also posted on the front entry of the business advising customers of the
"Inkless Ink Program" in use. If the business becomes a victim of check fraud, the
Police Department will be able to track the suspect with the thumbprint.
PD-23. Crime prevention through environmental design as developed by the National Crime
Prevention Institute (NCPI) supports the concept that "the proper design and effective
use of the built environment can lead to a reduction in the fear and incidence of crime
and an improvement in the quality of life." The nine primary strategies that support this
concept are included as conditions below:
a. Provide clear border definition of controlled space. Examples of border definition
may include fences, shrubbery or signs in exterior areas. Within a building, the
arrangement of furniture and color definition can serve as a means of identifying
controlled space.
b. Provide clearly marked transitional zones. Persons need to be able to identify
when they are moving from public to semi-public to private space.
c. Gathering or congregating areas to be located or designated in locations where
there is good surveillance and access control.
d. Place safe activities in unsafe locations. Safe activities attract normal users to a
location and subsequently render the location less attractive to abnormal users
due to observation and possible intervention.
e. Place unsafe activities in safe locations. Placing unsafe activities in areas of
natural surveillance or controlled access will help overcome risk and make the
users of the areas feel safer.
f. Redesign the use of space to provide natural barriers. Separate activities that may
conflict with each other (outdoor basketball court and children's play area, for
example) by distance, natural terrain or other functions to avoid such conflict.
g. Improve scheduling of space. The timing in the use of space can reduce the risk
for normal users and cause abnormal users to be of greater risk of surveillance
and intervention.
h. Redesign space to increase the perception of natural surveillance. Abnormal
users need to be award of the risk of detection and possible intervention.
Windows and clear lines-of-sight serve to provide such a perception of
surveillance.
i. Overcome distance and isolation. This strategy may be accomplished through
improved communications (portable two-way radios, for example) and design
efficiencies, such as the location of restrooms in a public building.
PD-24. Any questions regarding these conditions should be directed to the Temecula Police
Department Crime Prevention and Plans Unit at (951) 506-6793.