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HomeMy WebLinkAbout040692 PC AgendaAGENDA TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING April 6, 1992 6:00 PM VAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 29915 Mira Loma Drive Temecula, CA 92390 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Hoagland ROLL CALL: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Ford, Hoagland PUBLIC COMMENTS A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the commissioners on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak to the Commissioners about an item not listed on the Agenda, a pink "Request to Speak" form should be filled out and filed with the Commission Secretary. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address. For all other agenda items a "Request to Speak" form must be filed with the Planning Secretary before Commission gets to that item. There is a three (3) minute time limit for individual speakers. COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. Approval of Agenda 2. MinUte~ 2.2 Approval of minutes of March 16, 1992, Planning Commission Meeting. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS Case No: Applicant: Location: Proposal: Case Planner: Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance City of Temecula City Wide Interim Ordinance establishing regulations for Advertising Displays. John Meyer .Recommendation: Recommend Approval Outdoor NON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS Case No: Applicant: Location: Proposal: Case Planner: Murdy Ranch Specific Plan Robert Bein, William Frost & Associates Pala Road, North and East of the Pechanga Indian Reservation. 557 acre Murdy Ranch Development is a primarily residential development with supporting commerical and open space uses. Debbie Ubnoske Next meeting: April 20, 1992, 6:00 p.m., Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. Planning Director RePOrt Planning Commission Discussion Other Business ADJOURNMENT Ib pc/AGN4/6/92 2 ITEM # 2 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, MARCH 16, 1992 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission was called to order Monday, March 16~ 1992, 6:05 P.M., Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California, Chairman John E. Hoagland presiding. PRESENT: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Fahey, Ford, Hoagland ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Also present were City Attorney Scott Field, Director of Planning Gary Thornhill, Senior Planner Debbie Ubnoske, Senior Planner John Meyer and Minute Clerk Gall Zigler. PUBLIC COMMENT None COMMISSION BUSINESS APPROVAL OF AGENDA It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Ford, to approve the agenda as mailed. The motion was carried unanimously, MINUTES 2.1 Approve the minutes of February 24, 1992, Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Chiniaeff requested that Page 8, Item No. 6, sixth sentence be corrected to read "Brian Esgate, Community Engineering, 5225 Canyon Crest, Riverside, representing Marlborough Development, Inc ...... ". Commissioner Ford requested that Page 6, second paragraph, be amended to read "He added that the bank was taking collateral on the project...". Robert Righetti, Public Works Plan Check, requested that Page 7, third paragraph, be amended to read "Mr. Walsh addressed the motion by Chairman Hoagland stating that even if the project were conditioned as a condominium...". PCMIN3/16192 -1- 3/30/92 It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Ford, to approve the minutes of February 24, 1992 as amended. The motion was carried unanimously. NON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS None PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAY ORDINANCES 3.1 ProDosed interim Ordinance establishinQ reoulations for Outdoor Advertisino Displays. Senior Planner John Meyer summarized the staff report. Chairman Hoagland opened the public hearing at 6:15 P.M. Commissioner Fahey questioned the wording on Page 11, Section 3., fifth sentence of the Ordinance. City Attorney Scott Field advised that the sentence should read "conforming uses for one (3) year period...". Commissioner Fahey and Commissioner Chiniaeff questioned the meaning of "Non-Commercial Off-Premise Signs" and requested clarification of "Prohibited Signs". City Attorney Scott Field stated that staff would like time to review this section of the Ordinance. It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Ford to continue Outdoor Advertising Display Ordinances to the meeting of April 6, 1992, to allow staff time to review Section 2. Prohibited Signs. The motion was carried unanimously. PLOT PLAN NO. 8839, REVISED NO. 1, AMENDMENT NO. 2 4.1 Prooosal to revise Plot Plan No. 8839, chanQinQ uses on the second floor from 5.413 square feet of storaQe to a 780 souare foot beauty shoo and 2,961 souare feet of office space and 1,672 sQUare feet of storaQe, and request a PCMIN3/16/92 -2- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 1992 reduction in reauired off-street Darkina from 44 tO 40 soaces. Located at 41910 Sixth Street. Commissioner Ford stepped down due to a potential for conflict of interest. Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan summarized the staff report. Chairman Hoagland opened the public hearing at 6:30 P.M. Ed Rabalais, representing the applicant, advised that the garages would be assigned to various suites. Chairman Hoagland advised that the Commission had received one letter in opposition. Ed Rabalais requested that Condition No. 27, requiring improvements to the alley, be changed to "Prior To Issuance Of Certification of Occupancy". Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that he is not comfortable with the request to increase square footage and reduce parking. Commissioner Chiniaeff added that he did not agree with deleting the requirement posting a bond for improvements to the alley and that he was concerned about 90 degree parking spaces in a 20 foot wide alley and ensuring that the parking spaces would be used for parking not storage. Lastly, he stated he did not feel that Item No. 4 under Findings supported the request. Chairman Hoagland concurred with Commissioner Chiniaeff's comments and added the request conflicts with previous requests that have come before the Commission. Chairman Hoagland stated he would be willing to approve the request if the applicant is required to pay a parking mitigation fee for the purchase of fourteen off-site parking ~paces in the Old Town area. Commissioner Fahey questioned if there was a way that the City could require projects to contribute to the purchase of lots for public parking. City Attorney Scott Field advised that the applicant could be conditioned to pay an impact fee for a designated number of parking spaces or required to participate in an assessment district. It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Blair, to close the public hearing at 6:55 P.M. and D~ny Plot Plan No. 8839, Revision No. 1, Amendment No. 2, due to the reasonable probability that this plot plan will be inconsistent with the City's future adopted General Plan because it will not meet the parking standards set forth in the existing Ordinances and there is a likely probability of substantial detriment and interference with the future General Plan; that the proposed use or action does not comply with state PCMIN3/16/92 -3- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16.1992 zoning and planning laws in that there is no substantiation for the reduction in the number of required parking spaces for the useable space proposed; the site is not suitable to accommodate the proposed land uses in terms of circulation patterns, access and intensity of uses; the project is not compatible with surrounding land uses due to the fact that the alley would be sub-standard and would create traffic conflicts in the alley that would be serving surrounding properties; and the proposal would have an adverse effect on the surrounding properties. AYES: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Hoagland NOES: I COMMISSIONERS: Fahey ABSTAIN: I COMMISSIONERS: Ford Commissioner Fahey stated that she believes that the parking problem could be adequately mitigated by requiring the applicant to pay a parking mitigation fee or participate in an assessment district and therefore voted against the motion. PLOT 5.1 PLAN 11001, AMENDMENT NO. 3, EXTENSION OF TIME Prooosal for extension of time for Plot Plan No. 11001. an aDoroved olot olan for a 220 unit aDartment comolex. Located south of Marc)arita Road. approximately 400 feet east of MoraQa Road and 550 feet north of Rancho California Road. Assistant Planner Matthew Fagan summarized the staff report. Chairman Hoagland opened the public hearing at 7:00 P.M. Linda Miller, J.F. Davidson & Associates, 27349 Jefferson Avenue, Temecula, representing the applicant, .expressed the applicant's concurrence with the conditions presented by staff. James Marpie, 19210 St. Gallen Way, Murrieta, representing Citizens For Responsible Watershed Management, advised the Commission that since the original approval of this project, there have been many changes in regulations for rainfall run-off. Mr. Marpie suggested that the site developer should be required to apply the most modern technology available to capture rainfall and keep the polluted run-off from entering the drinking water. Robert Righetti stated that the Department of Public Works has imposed a condition which requires this project to comply with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System requirements of the Department of Water PCMIN3/16/92 -4- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 1992 Resources. It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Ford to close the public hearing at 7:05 P.M. and Reaffirm the previously adopted Negative Declaration for Environmental Assessment No. 33522 and Adoot Resolution No. 92-(next) approving the Extension of Time for Plot Plan No. 11001, Amended No. 3 based on the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff report and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval. Commissioner Blair stated that although the project seems to be an adequate project, she would vote against the motion because she was not in favor of going forward with any project of this nature until the completion of the General Plan. AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Chiniaeff, Fahey, Ford, Hoagland NOES: I COMMISSIONERS: Blair PUBLIC USE PERMIT NO. 580 6.1 ProPosed reouest to revise the County aDoroved Public Use Permit No. 580 to grant approval for existino mobile structures used as classrooms. Located on the south side of Santiaoo Road between I-15 and Ynez Road. Associate Planner Saied Naaseh summarized the staff report and advised that Condition No. 13 had been deleted and the Fire Department Condition has been updated from the February 24, 1992 staff report to the Planning Commission. Chairman Hoagland opened the public hearing at 7:20 P.M. Leonard Fowler, California Geo Tek, 42030 Avenida Alvarado, Temecula, representing the applicant, expressed concurrence with the staff report and requested that Condition No. 15 be amended to require a parking set back of 40 to 50 feet from the fence. Paster Kerry Martin, Rancho Temecula Bible Church, clarified that the original school house and the two previous existing mobile units had occupancy permits; however, the concerns the Building Official has is with the seven unit mobile. He said the church received approval from the State; however, after meeting with Mr. Elmo, the State indicated that they had made some mistakes and would like additional information. Mr. Martin advised that he had since met with the Building Official and an architect to insure the building meets the codes. PCMIN3/16/92 -5- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16.1992 Saied Naaseh advised the Commission that the historic chapel on the site has occupancy permits; however, it is being used as a classroom which is not · permitted use. Bob Hinze, 44264 Cabo Street, Temecula, expressed concern with the parking of the buses. He stated that he would like to see the buses parked as far north of the chapel as possible. Leonard Fowler advised that parking the buses in front of the facility would cause a sight problem as well as a safety problem and again requested that the condition allow the buses to be parked a minimum of 50' beyond the rear property line. It was moved by Commissioner Ford to close the public hearing at 7:35 P.M. and Adopt Resolution No. 92-(next) approving Public Use Permit No. 580, Revised No. 1 based on the analysis and findings contained in the staff report and subject to the Conditions of Approval and recommending that the buses be parked in front, northwest of Building A when not in use. Chairman Hoagland seconded the motion for the purpose of discussion and stated that he could support the motion if there were time frames addressing the block wall construction, the parking of the buses, etc. Gary Thornhill suggested that the applicant be allowed 90 days to accomplish some of these issues, and if they are not accomplished, bring the item back for revocation of the permit. Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that he would agree to not allowing the use of building "A" until the inspections are completed; construction of the block wall to start within 90 days; and parking of the buses in front of the facility. Commissioner Ford amended his motion to have completion of the block wall within 90 days from the date of the March 16, 1992 public hearing; restrict the parking of the buses to the front of the property, and if the Commission does not receive assurances from Building and Safety that the applicant is in compliance, the Commission would recommend revocation of the permit. Chairman Hoagland concurred with the amendment to the motion. Chairman Hoagland adding that the Commission would like the Building and Safety Official to come before the Commission and update them on the progress of resolution of the unresolved issues. The motion carried unanimously. Chairman Hoagland declared a recess at 7:45 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 7:55 P.M. PCMIN3/16/92 -6- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 1992 7. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 16 7.1 Proposal to construct a full service car wash including oil/lube station, located at Parcel 11 of Parcel MaD 28625. north side of Winchester Road in the Costco ShoDDine Center. Associate Planner Saied Naaseh summarized the staff report. Commissioner Chiniaeff stated that he would like to see the landscape plan enhanced with the placement of larger trees. Chairman Hoagland opened the public hearing at 8:00 P.M. Jack Ballatore, 42690 Rio Nedo Way, Temecula, expressed concurrence with the staff report. James Marpie, 19210 St. Gallen Way, Murrieta, representing Citizens For Responsible Watershed Management, expressed concern that the applicant take the necessary measures to protect the drinking water supply from rainfall run-off. Jack Ballatore stated that the car wash would be constructed with a water reclamation system. Commissioner Ford stated that he would like to see the landscaping increased and scattered with possible berming along the front of the building between Winchester Road and in the stacking area off of Winchester Road. It was moved by Commissioner Chiniaeff, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to close the public hearing at 8:15 P.M. and Adopt the Negative Declaration for Conditional Use Permit No. 16 and Adoet Resolution No. 92-(next) approving Conditional Use Permit No. 16 based on the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff report and subject to the attached Conditions of Approval, including the increase to 24" box trees, The motion carried unanimously. PLOT 8.1 PLAN 241, CHILI'S INC. Proposal to construct a 7,500 square foot restaurant in the C-1/C-P Zone. Located at the northwest corner of Rancho California and Ynez Roads. Planner Mark Rheades summarized the staff report. Chairman Hoegland opened the public hearing at 8:25 P.M. PCMIN3/16/92 -7- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16. 1992 Randy Fleming, Engineering Ventures, representing Chili's Inc. asked that Conditions No. 21 and No. 26 be deleted. Gary Thornhill advised that staff does not recommend deleting those requirements. Gary Capp, Bedford Properties, requested that Condition No. 58 and No. 59 be deleted once the Mello-Roos bonds sell. James Marpie, 19210 St. Gallen Way, Murrieta, representing Citizens For Responsible Watershed Management, advised that this project is upstream from the drinking water, which could be protected from pollution at a minimal cost. Mr. Marpie explained the percolation procedure for capturing rainfall run-off. Robert Righetti advised that the City is presently working in conjunction with the Riverside County Flood Control District, on a National Pollutant Discharge Permit and is currently waiting for State guidelines. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chiniaeff to close the public hearing at 8:40 P.M. and Adopt the Negative Declaration prepared for Plot Plan No. 241 and Adoot Resolution No. 92-(next) approving Plot Plan No. 241 based on the Analysis and Findings contained in the Staff Report and subject to the Conditions of Approval. The motion carried unanimously. 9. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 23209 9.1 Prooosal for a residential subdivision of 80 acres into 220 sinole family lots. Located at the easterly terminus of La Serena Way. Planner Mark Rhoades summarized the staff report. Chairman Chiniaeff opened the public hearing at 8:45 P.M. Bo Kemble, Robert Bein, William Frost & Associates, 28765 Single Oak Drive, Temecula, representing the applicant, provided a brief summary of the project's history. Mr. Kemble requested that Condition No. 6 and Condition No. 14A be amended to read "Prior to issuance of building permits..."; and Condition No. 30 be deleted. Mark Rhoades clarified that Condition No. 29 could be deleted. Commissioner Ford stated that he would suggest that Condition No. 6 and Condition No. 14A be amended to read "Prior to issuance of first occupancy permit". PCMIN3/16/92 -8- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16.1992 The following individuals offered their suooort of the proposed project: Nelson Betancourt, 40835 Calle Medusa, Temecula, stated that he would support the project if the applicant was conditioned to complete Butterfield Stage Road to Calle Chapos. Paul Sorrel, 31675 Leigh Lane, Temecula, stated that he supported the project; however, would request the mobile home zoning be deleted. Ruperto Jordan, 31944 Leigh Lane, Temecula, expressed his support of the project; however, requested that the applicant be required to build a block wall along Walcott Lane to screen the noise from the park area. Additionally, Mr. Jordan expressed concern for the increase in traffic on La Serena Way. Gabriel Serrano, 31943 Leigh Lane, Temecula, indicated his support of the project; however, expressed the same concerns regarding the noise and the traffic along La Serena Way, The following individuals expressed their oooositiQn to the project: Ruth Ann Weathersby, 40517 and 40541 Calle Katerine, Temecula, indicated that she would oppose the mobile home park zoning. Ms. Weathersby indicated that she did not have any other problem with the project. Tony Bartys, 40529 Calle Katerine, Temecula, concurred with Ms. Weathersby's comments. David Raya, 31824 Dane Court, Temecula, expressed his opposition due to the impact the project would have on schools and traffic, the inadequate response time for emergency services and fire rescue on this side of the city, the project's inconsistency with the future general plan and the transition from the vineyards to tract homes. John Moramarco, 32740 Rancho California Road, Temecula, representing Callaway Vineyard and Winery, stated that he has reservations that the project place no restrictions on the air flow. Mr. Moramarco added that Callaway Vineyard and Winery will be asking the City and the developer to pay for wind machines if there is frost damage to the vineyard. Owen Leverson, 31944 Dane Court, Temecula, opposed the project based on it's impact on schools and traffic. Mr. Leverson added that he lives behind the area designated for a park and was concerned with noise. Karen Nelson, 31858 Valone Court, Temecula, opposed the project based on the fact that the development was originally to be built as luxury executive homes. Ms. Nelson also expressed a concern for the project's impact on the PCMIN3/16/92 -9- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 1992 schools. Mary Jones, 32085 Vista Del Monte, Temecula, expressed concern with the potential for flooding from drainage run-off and expressed a concern that previous issues recommending denial were not being adequately addressed. Greg Tortoretti, 31984 Dane Court, Temecula, reiterated concerns regarding impacts on schools, traffic and emergency service responses. Terry Kavicki, 31951 Valone Court, Temecula, expressed concerns with pollution, the impact the project will have on the vineyards, wildlife preservation and schools. James Marpie, 19210 St. Gallen Way, Murrieta, representing Citizens For Responsible Watershed Management, advised that this project is upstream from the drinking water, which could be protected from pollution at a minimal cost. Mr. Marpie explained the percolation procedure for capturing the rainfall run-off. Bo Kemble addressed some of the concerns expressed by the area residents, advising that the proiect is conditioned to improve Butterfield Stage Road along the project frontage as well as providing improvements to Butterfield Stage Road out to Rancho California Road; park plans have been left open to the Parks Department for design; most of the drainage will flow to the west and tie into the storm drain system in that area; and, Temecula Unified School District was present at all DRC meetings and have offered no comments. Mary Jones, 32085 Vista Del Monte, Temecula, reiterated her concerns for the potential flooding to Walcott Lane, a decrease to the park site due to improvements, and she advised that the developer had not discussed the proposed project with her and she is an adjacent property owner. Bo Kemble advised that the developer'had a letter to grade from Marlborough and a verbal authorization from an adjacent property owner off La Serena Way. Mike Gray, representing the County Fire Department, stated that the County currently acknowledges a deficiency in the eastern portion of the City; however, the Fire Stations that will be built in that area rely on the development of homes first. Mr. Gray advised the next fire station that is scheduled to built will be located at Butterfield Stage Road and Highway 79. Commissioner Fahey and Chairman Hoagland stated that they did not feel the project offered adequate transition from agriculture to residential. Mark Rhoades suggested that a condition be added requiring the developer to advise potential property owners of the possibility of future implementation of wind machines at the vineyards. PCMIN3/16/92 -1 O- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16.1992 Commissioner Chiniaeff moved to close the public hearing at 9:55 P.M. and Rq- affirm the Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract Map No. 23209 and Adopt Resolution No. 92-(next) approving Tentative Tract Map No. 23209 based on the Analysis and Findings contained in the staff report and subject to the Conditions of Approval, deleting Condition No. 29 and Condition 17(d); and addition of a condition requiring the applicant to advise property owners of the I~ossible future implementation of wind machines at the vineyards, seconded by Commissioner Ford for the purpose of discussion. Commissioner Ford recommended Condition 17 be amended to read "Prior to the issuance of the first occupancy permit or Model Complex Permit the following Conditions shall be satisfied." AYES: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Chiniaeff, Ford NOES: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Fahey, Hoagland Chairman Hoagland opposed the motion based on inadequate buffering on the southwest portion of the tract. Commissioner Fahey opposed the motion based on inadequate buffering of the lots next to the vineyards. 10. 10.1 PCMIN3/16/92 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 22515, 3RD EXTENSION OF TIME Proposal for third extension of time for a 3 lot commercial parcel maD. Located on the east side of the southerly terminus of Front Street. Planner Mark Rhoades summarized the staff report. Larry Markham, Markham & Associates, 41750 Winchester Road, Temecula, representing the applicant, requested that Condition 12 requiring CC&R's, and Condition 26 requiring Codnty Flood Control review be removed. Robert Righetti advised that there is a storm drain plan being done in conjunction with this property and the property across the street. James Marpie, 19210 St. Gallen Way, Murrieta, representing Citizens For Responsible Watershed Management, advised that this project is upstream from the drinking water, which could be protected from pollution at a minimal cost. Mr. Marpie explained the percolation procedure for capturing the rainfall run-off. It was moved by Commissioner Blair, seconded by Commissioner Fahey to close the public hearing at 10:10 P.M. and Adoot Resolution No. 92-(next) approving the Third Extension of Time for Parcel MaD No. 22515 based on the -11- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16. 1992 analysis and findings contained in the Staff Report and subject to the Conditions of Approval. The motion carried unanimously. 11. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 23103, SECOND EXTENSION OF TIME 11.1 Proposal for second extension of time for an 18 lot residential subdivision on 29.2 acres. Soecific Plan No. 199. Located on the west side of Butterfield Stage Road, northerlv of Rancho California Road. Planner Mark Rhoades summarized the staff report. Chairman Hoagland opened the public hearing at 10:15 P.M. Brian Esgate, Community Engineering, 5225 Canyon Crest Drive, Riverside, representing Marlborough Development Corporation, requested Condition No. 4 be amended to read "1992" and advised that regarding Condition No. 12, the vertical design of Butterfield Stage Road has been approved by the City Council as of November 12, 1991 and the applicant has submitted plans based on that alignment. John Moramarco, 32740 Rancho California Road, Temecula, representing Callaway Vineyard and Winery, reiterated that potential property owners should be advised of the possible implementation of wind machines in the future and Callaway Vineyard and Winery will be asking the City and the developer to pay for wind machines if there is frost damage to the vineyard. Dorian Johnson, Marlborough Development Corporation, advised that the development has attempted to keep the natural air flow passages open and the disclosure issue is a part of the overall sales package of Chardonnay Hills. Community Service Planner Gary Kin~] advised that staff would like Condition No. 7 revised to require an offer of dedication for an easement. It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Blair to close the public hearing at 10:25 P.M. and Adoot Resolution No. 92-(next) recommending approval of the Second Extension of Time for Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 23103 subject to the Conditions of Approval, correcting the date on Condition No. 4 and revising Condition No. 7 to the satisfaction of staff and the applicant, and based on the findings contained in the staff report. The motion was carried unanimously. PLANNING DIRECTOR REPORT Gary Thornhill advised the Planning Commission of the following: PCMIN3/16/92 -12- 3/20/92 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 16, 1992 Need reservations for Planning Commission Institute, April 9 - April 11. The Growth Management Technical Sub-Committee will be meeting on March 17. The Economic Development Technical Sub-Committee will be meeting on March 19. Joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting on March 25. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION None OTHER BUSINESS None ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Fahey, seconded by Commissioner Chinieeff to adjourn at 10:30 P.M. The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Planning Commission will be held Monday, April 6, 1992, 6:00 P,M., Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California. Secretary John E. Hoagland, President PCMIN3/16/92 -13- 3/20/92 ITEM # 3 MEIVlORANDUIVl TO: Planning Commission FEOM: Gary Thornhill, Director of Planning DATE: April 6, 1992 SUBJEff: Outdoor Display and Advertising Ordinance This item was continued from the March 24, 1992 Planning Commission meeting in order for staff and the City Attorney to address concerns raised by the Commission. The two issues of concern were related to non-commercial signage and the amortization provisions. The concern regarding non-commercial signage was the ability of a billboard structure being maintained so long as the sign message was non-commercial. This concern is alleviated by standards in the ordinance which limit the size and height of non-commercial signs. The City Attorney has recommended removing the amortization provisions altogether. Therefore, pursuant to the proposed ordinance, nonconforming signs will be accepted as non- conforming sign, which would allow for the structure to remain, unless the City is willing to compensate for their removal. vgw ATTACHMF~NT NO. 1 RESOLUTION ATTACHMENT NO. 1 ]~F-~OLUTION NO. P.C. 92-__ RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMlv!IRSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECUIA RECOMM~-NDING TIlE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS ORDINANCE. WHEREAS, City Ordinance No. 9004 adopted by reference certain portions of the non-codi~ed Riverside County Ordinances, including Ordinance No. 348 ("Land Use Code"); and WltEREAS, such regulations do not contain adequate provisions for the use of outdoor advertising displays; and WHEREAS, the City of Temecula desires to regulate the use of outdoor advertising displays and to protect the health, quality of life, and the environment of the residents of Temecula; and WHEREAS, public hearing was conducted on March 16, 1992 and April 6, 1992, at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition; and WHEREAS, notice of the proposed Ordinance was posted at City Hall, County Library, Rancho California Branch, the U.S. Post Office and the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce; NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMIgSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby finds that the proposed Outdoor Adverting Displays Ordinance will provide for the establishment of regulations for outdoor advertising displays in a fair and equitable manner. SECTION 2. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula further finds that the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is necessary to bring about eventual conformity with its land use plans. SECTION 3. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby finds that this ordinance does not cause a significant affect on the environment. Therefore, the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15061 (b)(3). SECTION ,1. That th~ Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby recommends to the City Council adoption of the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance. The Ordinanc~ is incorporated into this Resolution by this reference and marked Attachment No. llI and dated April 6, 1992 for identification. PASSED APPROVED AND ADO PrED titis 6th day of April, 1992. JOHN E. HOAGLAND CHAIRMAN I HERFRY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 6th day of April, 1992 by the following vote of the Commission AYES: NOES: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS ATTACHMENT NO. 2 ORDINANCE NO. ATrACtIMKNT NO. 2 ORDINANCE NO. 9~__ AN ORDINANCE OF THF, CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PERTAINING TO SIGN REGULATIONS AND ESTABLIRHING REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES HER~RY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Findings That the Temecula City Council hereby makes the following findings: Pursuant to Government Code Section 65360, a newly incorporated City shall adopt a general plan within thirty (30) months following incorporation. During that 30-month period of time, the City is not subject to the requirement that a general plan be adopted or the requirements of state law that its decisions be consistent with the general plan, if all of the following requirements are met: A. The City is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of the General Plan. B. The planning agency finds, in approving projects and taking other actions, each of the following: 1. There is a reasonable probability that the land use or action proposed will be consistent with the general plan proposal being considered or studied or which will be studied within a reasonable time. 2. There is little or no probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future adopted general plan if the proposed use or action is ultimately inconsistent with the plan. 3. The proposed use or action complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinances. The Riverside County General Plan, as amended by the Southwest Area Community Plan, (hereinafter "SWAP") was adopted prior to the incorporation of Temecula as the General Plan for the southwest portion of Riverside County, including the area now within the boundaries of the City. At this time, the City has adopted SWAP as its General Plan guidelines while the City is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of its General Plan. The proposed land use regulations are consistent with the SWAP and meet the requirements set forth in Section 65360 of the Government Code, to wit: C. The City is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of the General D. The City Council finds, in adopting land use regulations pursuant to this rifle, each of the foilowing: 1. There is reasonable probability that Ordinance No. 92-xx will be consistent with the General Plan proposal being considered or studied or which will be studied within a reasonable time. 2. There is little or no probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future adopted general plan if the proposed use or action is ultimately inconsistent with the plan. 3. The proposed use or action complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinances. SECTION 2. The purpose of this Ordinance is to set forth the development standards for the installation and maintenance of outdoor advertising displays within all land-use zones of the City. The purpose of these regulations is to ensure that the design and location of outdoor advertising displays are consistent with the health, safety, and aesthetic objectives of the City. It is a desire of the City that the design of this community be of the highest quality, that new development be architecturally distinctive as well as homogeneous in design, and that accessory facilities be compatible with the overall theme. The quality of signage plays a very distinctive role in achieving the above desire, when abused, signs can create a visual blight which detracts from the quality of the environment and an individual' s visual perception of the City. A. Purpose of Signs Recognizing that the primary purpose of signs is proper business identification, the regulations of this Ordinance are enacted to: 1. Ensure that signs erected within the City are compatible with their surroundings and are in keeping with the policies of the City; 2. Provide for the identification of business enterprises only and shall not be used for advertising purposes; 3. Promote traffic safety and community identity while also enhancing the quality of the visual environment of the City; and 4. Establish regulations which control outdoor advertising displays within the City. B. Definitions For proposes of this Ordinance, the following words, terms, phrases, and their derivations, shall have the meanings given herein. Then consistent with the context, words used in the present tense singular include the plural. 1. "Commercial Off-Premise Sign" means any sign structure advertising an establishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment, which is not sold, produce~, manufactured, or furnished at the property on which the sign is located. A commercial off- premise sign may be commonly known or referred to as an off-premises billboard. 2. "Non-Commercial Off-Premise Sign* means any sign structure exhibiting non-commercial ~h or message in lieu of commercial sign copy; and any sign structure exhibiting non-commercial signing unrelated to the buying or selling of commodities or anything involved and practiced. C. Prohibited Signs The establishment of the following outdoor advertising displays are hereby prohibited and no application for sign location plan, plot plan, or other application discretionary entitlement for a outdoor advertising display shall be accepted, acted upon, or approved: 1. Commercial off-premises signs. D. Exempt Outdoor Advertising Diglays The provisions of this Ordinance shall not apply to any application for: 1. Directional Signs, as defined in Chapter 5 of the Temecula Municipal Code. 2. On-site advertising structures and signs (Ordinance 348, Section 19.5 of the non-codified ordinances of the County of Riverside and adopted by the City of Temecula under Ordinance No. 90-04). 3. Subdivision signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.6 ofthe non-codi~ed ordinances of the County of Riverside and adopted by the City of Temecula under ordinance No. 90-04). 4. Non-commercial off-premises advertising structures and signs, subject to the following design and performance standards: a. Square footage of the sign board is limited to twelve (12) square feet or less; b. There shall be no more than one (1) sign board per parcel; c. Total height of a ground-mounted sign and supporting structure shall not exceed six (6) feet; d. A building-mounted sign shall not extend above the cave or c. No sign shall be illuminated. SECTION 3. NON-CONFORMING OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS All outdoor advertising displays, in any zone, lawfully constructed and erected prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, which do not conform to the requirements of the provisions of this Ordinance for the particular zone in which they are locatecl, shall be accepted as non-conforming sign. SECTION 4. To the extent the provisions of this Ordinance conflict with any provisions of Article XIX of Ordinance No. 348 the provisions of this Ordinance shall apply. SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY. The City Council hereby declares that the provisions of this Ordinance are severable and it for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction shall hold any sentence, paragraph, or section of this Ordinance to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining pans of this Ordinance. SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be posted as required by laws. SECTION 7. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE. The City Council hereby finds that this project does not have a potential for causing a significant affect on the environment. Therefore, the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15061 (b) (3). SECTION 8. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shah be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its passage. The City Clerk shah certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and cause copies of this Ordinance to be posted in three designated posting places. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of April, 1992. PATRICIA H. BIRDSALL MAYOR ATI'IdT: June S. Greek, City Clerk [SEAL] STATE OF CALTFORNIA) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE) SS CITY OF TEMECULA ) I, June S. Greek DO HERFRY CERTIFY that the foregoing Ordinance No. 92-xx was duly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 28th day of January, 1992, and that thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the __ day of , 1992 by the following vote, to wit: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOF~: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: June S. Greek, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Scott F. Field City Attorney swr/,~,g~nour~oLcc 10 ATYACHI~-NT NO. 3 STAFF REPORT 3/16/92 s~r, un~,noua'~oa.cc 11 2. No outdoor advertising displays shall be located within 500 feet in any direction from any other outdoor adverting display. 3. The maximum height of an outdoor advertising display shall not exceed 25 feet. 4. Roof-mounted outdoor advertising displays am prohibited. 5. No outdoor advertising display shell be erected within an established setback or building line, or within road right-of-way lines. A one (1 ') foot minimum setback from the property line is required. 6. No outdoor advertising display shall have s total surface area of more than 300 square feet. Exhibit 'A' graphically presents the current zoning districts that permit the installation of off- site signs, pursuant to Ordinance No. 348. DISCUSSION In order to provide the City of Temecula with specific and complete standards for regulating outdoor advertising displays, Staff has prepared the attached Ordinance which includes, in summaW, the following main components: 1. Definitions: A. "Commercial Off-Premise Sign" means any sign structure advertising an establishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment, which is not sold, produced, manufactured, or furnished at the property on which the sign is located. B. "Non-Commercial Off-Premise/On-Premise Sign' means any sign structure exhibiting non-commercial speech or message in lieu of commercial sign copy; and any sign structure exhibiting non-commercial signing unrelated to the buying or selling of commodities or anything involved and practiced. 2. Commercial off-premise signs and commercial signs on public property are prohibited. 3. The following outdoor advertising displays are exempt: A. Directional Signs, as defined in Chapter 5 of the Temecula Municipal Code (Ordinance No. 91-40). B. On-sits advertising structures and signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.4). C. For sale, lease or rent signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.5). D. Subdivision signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.6). STAFF REPORT - PLANNING CITY OF TEMECULA PLANNING COMMISSION March 16, 1992 Case No.: Outdoor Advertising Displea-Ordinance Prepared By: John Meyer RECOMMENDATION: AI)O~ Resolution No. 92-__ recommending adoption of an ordinance entitled: 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PERTAINING TO SIGN REGULATIONS AND ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS." APPLICATION INFORMATION APPLICANT: City of Temecula PROPOSAL: An Ordinance establishing regulations for the use of outdoor advertising displays. LOCATION: City Wide BACKGROUND On April 24, 1990, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 90-08, "a moratorium pertaining to regulations for outdoor advertising displays'. This moratorium was adopted in order to prohibit the installation of "Off-Premise" Signs (Billboards) within the City of Temecula. All other signing, as regulated under Section 19.4 (On-Site Advertising Structures and Signs), Section 19.5 (For Sale, Lease or Rent Signs), Section 19.6 (Subdivision Signs) and Section .. 19.7 (Temporary Political Signs), are exempt from the moratorium. Through the adoption of Ordinance No. 91-17, in April 1991, the City Council approved the final extension of the moratorium to April 23, 1992. The purpose for preparing the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is due to the inadequacy of the County Ordinance No. 348 as it relates to signage, and specifically off- premise signs or 'Billboards". Ordinance No. 348 (Attachment 5) provides the following standards and requirements: 1. Outdoor advertising displays are permitted only in the C-l/C-P, M-SC, M-M and M-H ZOReS, STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Department Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: ADOPT Resolution No. P.C, 92- adoption of an ordinance entitled: recommending "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TBIRECULA PBTTAINING TO SIGN REGULATIONS AND ESTABUSHING REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS." vOw Attachments: 2. 3. 4. 5. Resolution page - 5 Ordinance - page 8 Exhibit "A" Current Zoning Districts- page 14 Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance - Summary Report - page 15 Ordinance No. 348, Article XIX (Advertising Regulations) - page 16 4 4. Non-commercial advertising structures and signs are permitted, if not illuminated, subject to the following design and performance standards: A. The total sign copy area is limited to twelve (12) square feet or less. B, No more than one (1) sign is permitted per parcel. C. The maximum height for s ground-mounted sign is six (6) feet. D. A building mounted sign shall not extend above the save or parapet line. CONCLUSION As noted above, the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance provides the City with the standards to thoroughly review an applicant's proposal as well as providing the necessary control measures needed to ensure the public safety; to provide organization; and control the overall quality and number of such signs. The new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance will serve as interim regulations until the City's Zoning Development Code is prepared and adopted, at which time this Ordinance could be incorporated and/or modified into the final Zoning Development Code. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION This Ordinance does not have a potential for causing a significant affect on the environment. Therefore, Staff has determined that the project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15061 (b)(3). FINDINGS The proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is necessary to bring about eventual conformity with the City's future Land Use Plan. There is reasonable probability that the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance will be consistent with the City's future General Plan, which will be completed in a reasonable time and in accordance with the goals and/or policies of the City's future General Plan. There is not a likely probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future General Plan, if the proposed policies are ultimately inconsistent with the plan, due to the fact that policies will be adopted for the new General Plan. Therefore, it is likely that the City will consider these policies during their preparation of the General Plan. FUTURE GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY Staff finds it probable that the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance will be consistent with the new General Plan when it is adopted since a Community Design Element will be included in the new General Plan to address aesthetics, which includes architecture, landscaping and signage. ATTACHMENT NO. 1 RESOLUTION NO. P.C. RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS ORDINANCE. WHEREAS, City Ordinance No. 90-04 adopted by reference certain portions of the non-codified Riverside County Ordinances, including Ordinance No. 348 {"Land Use Code'); and WHEREAS, such regulations do not contain adequate provisions for the use of outdoor advertising displays; and WHEREAS, the City of Temecula desires to regulate the use of outdoor advertising displays and to protect the health, quality of life, and the environment of the residents of Temecul8; and WHEREAS, public hearing was conducted on March 16, 1992, at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition; and WHEREAS, notice of the proposed Ordinance was posted at City Hall, County Library, Rancho California Branch, the U.S, Post Office and the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce; NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby finds that the proposed Outdoor Adverting Displays Ordinance will provide for the establishment of regulations for outdoor advertising displays in a fair and. equitable manner. SECTION 2. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula further finds that the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is necessary to bring about eventual conformity with its land use plans. SECTION 3. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby finds that this ordinance does not cause a significant affect on the environment. Therefore, the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15061 (b)(3). 6 RESOLUTION SECTION 4. That the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby recommends to the City Council adoption of the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance. The Ordinance is incorporated into this Resolution by this reference and marked Exhibit 'A' and dated January 27, 1992 for identification. PASSED APPROVED AND ADOP iP, u this 16th day of March, 1992. JOHN E. HOAGLAND CHAIRMAN I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Temecul8 at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 16th day of March, 1992 by the following vote of the Commission AYES: NOES: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS The City Council finds, in adopting land usa regulations pursuant to this title, each of the following: There is reasonable probability that Ordinance No. 92-xx will be consistent with the General Plan proposal being considered or studied or which will be studied within a reasonable time, There is little or no probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future adopted general plan if the proposed use or action is ultimately inconsistent with the plan. 3. The proposed use or action complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinances, SECTION 2. PURPOSE The purpose of this Ordinance is to set forth the development standards for the installation end maintenance of outdoor advertising displays within all land- use zones of the City. The purpose of these regulations is to ensure that the design and location of outdoor advertising displays are consistent with the health, safety, and aesthetic objectives of the City. It is a desire of the City that the design of this community be of the highest quality, that new development be architecturally distinctive as well as homogeneous in design, and that accessory facilities be compatible with the overall theme. The quality of signage plays a very distinctive role in achieving the above desire, when abused, signs can create a visual blight which detracts from the quality of the environment and an individual's visual perception of the City. Recognizing that the primary purpose of signs is proper business identification, the regulations of this Ordinance are enacted to: Ensure that signs erected within the City are compatible with their surroundings and are in keeping with the policies of the City; Provide for the identification of business enterprises only and shall not be used for advertising purposes; Promote traffic safety and community identity while also enhancing the quality of the visual environment of the City; and d. Establish regulations which control outdoor advertising displays within the City. DEFINITIONS For purposes of this Ordinance, the following words, terms, phrases, and their derivations, shall have the meanings given herein. Then consistent with the context, words used in the present tense singular include the plural. "Commercial Off-Premise Sign" means any sign structure advertising an establishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment, which is not sold, produced, manufactured, or furnished at the property on which the sign is located. ATI'ACHMENT NO. 2 ORDINANCE NO. 92-_. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA PERTAINING TO SIGN REGULATIONS AND ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. FINDINGS That the Temecula City Council hereby makes the following findings: Pursuant to Government Code Section 65360, a newly incorporated City shall adopt a general plan within thirty (30) months following incorporation. During that 30-month period of time, the City is not subject fo the requirement that a general plan be adopted or the requirements of state law that its decisions be consistent with the general plan, if all of the following requirements are met: The City is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of the General Plan. The planning agency finds, in approving projects end taking other actions, each of the following: There is a reasonable probability that the land use or action proposed will be consistent with the general plan proposal being considered or studied or which will be studied within a reasonable time. There is little or no probability of substantial detriment to or interference with the future adopted general plan if the proposed use or action is ultimately inconsistent with The plan. 3. The proposed use or action complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinances. The Riverside County General Plan, as amended by the Southwest Area Community Plan, (hereinafter ' SWAP") was adopted prior to the incorporation of Temecula as the General Plan for the southwest portion of Riverside County, including the area now within the boundaries of the City. At this time, the City has adopted SWAP as its General Plan guidelines while the City is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of its General Plan. The proposed land use regulations are consistent with the SWAP and meet the requirements set forth in Section 65360 of the Government Code, to wit: The City is proceeding in a timely fashion with the preparation of the General Plan. SECTION 4. To the extent the provisio~.~ of this Ordinance conflict with any provisions of Article XIX of Ordinance No. 348 the provisions of this Ordinance shall apply. SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY. The City Council hereby declares that the provisions of this Ordinance are severable and it for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction shall hold any sentence, paragraph, or section of this Ordinance to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining parts of this Ordinance. SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be posted as required by laws. SECTION 7. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPMANCE The City Council hereby finds that this project does not have a potential for causing a significant affect on the environment. Therefore, the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15061 (b) (3). SECTION 8. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its passage. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and cause copies of this Ordinance to be posted in three designated posting places. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOF e r.~ this 16th day of March, 1992. PATRICIA H. BIRDSALL MAYOR swrN~,mx)eu~v 12 bJ "Non-Commercial Off-Premise Sign" means any sign structure exhibiting non- commercial speech or message in lieu of commercial sign copy; and any sign structure exhibiting non-commercial signing unrelated to the buying or selling of commodities or anything involved and practiced. PROHIBITED SIGNS. The establishment of the following outdoor advertising displays are hereby prohibited and no application for sign location plan, plot plan, or other application discretionaty entitlement for a outdoor advertising display shall be accepted, acted upon, or approved: a. Commercial off-premises signs. b. Commercial signs on public property. EXEMPT OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS The provisions of this Ordinance shall not apply to any application for: a. Directional Signs, as defined in Chapter 5 of the Temecula Municipal Code. On-site advertising structures and signs (Ordinance 348, Section 19.5 of the non-codified ordinances of the County of Riverside and adopted by the City of Temecula under Ordinance No. 90-04). Subdivision signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.6 of the non-codified ordinances of the County of Riverside and adopted by the City of Temecula under ordinance No. 90-04). Non-commercial advertising structures and signs, if not illuminated, subject to the following design and performance standards: Non-commercial off-premise signs are authorized subject to the following: Square footage of the sign board is limited to twelve (12) square feet or less; ii. There shall be no more than one (1) sign board per parcel: iii. Total height of a ground-mounted sign and supporting structure shall not exceed six 96) feet; and A building-mounted sign shall not extend above the aave or parapet line. SECTION 3. NON-CONFORMING OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS All outdoor advertising displays, in any zone, lawfully constructed and erected prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, which do not conform to the requirements of the provisions of this Ordinance for the particular zone in which they are located, shall be accepted as non- conforming uses for a period of one (3) year from the initial date of the first written notice from the Planning Director of the subject non-conformity. Such written notice shall be mailed to the property owner. s~sT~,m,~,,'~xmx>o~,u>v I 1 EXHIBIT "A" CURRENT ZONING DISTRICTS swrA.~,.. ,OUTDCX~,U~ 14 ATI'EST: June S. Greek, City Clerk [SEAL] STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE) SS CITY OF TEMECULA ) I, June S. Greek DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Ordinance No. 92-xx was duly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 28th day of January, 1992, and that thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the day of , 1992 by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: June S. Greek, City Clerk mST~': ;:~T~mV 13 OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS ORDINANCE SUMMARY REPORT s~,~,:ee,~o, mxme. A~ 15 · Analyzing other ordinances. This section will discuss off-sita signage regulations adopted by other selected California cities. Identifying key issues. This section will discuss key issues to address in the billboard ordinance. Summarizing recommendations. The conclusion of this memorandum will summarize our recommendations forthe proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance. The purpose of this memorandum is to summarize our initial findings with respect to the above areas, which will set the stage for a future zoning ordinance to permanently regulate signage in Temecula. Based on the City Council's concerns and direction; and my previous conversations with you and John Cavanaugh, it is our understanding that the new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is intended to establish regulations which prohibit the typical "freeway oriented" billboards. Therefore, this memo will make recommendations for the Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance as to the nature and content of Temecula's proposed regulations to prohibit billboards. It is also our understanding that directional signs, as defined in to "Draft" Directional Sign Ordinance, the future Temecula Auto Center Sign, and all other signage normally regulated by Ordinance No. 348, Sections 19.5 and 19.6, will be exempt from this new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance, EXISTING CONDITIONS Outdoor Advertisino Disolavs Moratorium Ordinance At the present time, new outdoor advertising displays are restricted in Temecula, pursuant to City Ordinance No. 91-17. This moratorium ordinance was adopted by the City Council based on the following findings: The City Council is concerned about the maintenance of the visual aesthetic quality of the City of Temecula, and with the creation of an orderly and balanced development scheme within the City of Temecula. Accordingly, to protect the integrity of the'ultimate General P~an and to assure the continued development stability of property within the City of Temecula, the Council found that it is necessary to establish interim zoning policies concerning such signage to allow staff the time necessary to investigate and formulate the ultimate plan of development for the City of Temecula as encompassed within the terms and provisions of the General Plan; The City of Temecula is presently developing a General Plan for development of the City of Temecula. The ultimate goal is to provide a balanced and unified plan of development within the City of Temecula. A material portion of the General Plan study will be the formulation and establishment of regulations for signage, including primary signs, in the City of Temecula; -- WILLDAN ASSOCIATES [] ENGINEERS & PLANNERS F1'otessional Consulting Services Since 1964 MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Gary Thornhill ~ Oliver Mujica October 7, 1991 Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance - Summary Report As part of the proposed work program for the preparation of the Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance, this memorandum is intended to summarize the preliminary findings of our research; and present the *Draft" Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance for your review and comments. INTRODUCTION On April 24, 1990, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 90-08, "a moratorium pertaining to regulations for outdoor advertising displays". This moratorium was adopted in order to prohibit the installation of "Billboards" within the City of Temecula. Through the adoption of Ordinance No. 91-17 in April, the City Council approved the final extension of the moratorium, to April 23, 1992.' Although the current moratorium will not expire April 23, 1992, the City Council has expressed its desire to implement permanent outdoor advertising display regulations by the end of this year. The new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance will serve as interim regulations until the City's Zoning Development Code is prepared and adopted. This ordinance could be incorporated and/or modified into the final Zoning Development Code. Preparatory to drafting a Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance, we conducted background research into a number of areas related to signs in the community, and specifically billboards, including: Analyzing existing conditions. This section will discuss the current moratorium ordinance and current zoning requirements. Analyzing recent court decisions. decisions about sign ordinances regulations. This section will discuss recent court which could affect Temecula's future 650 HOSPITALITY LANE · SUITE 400 · SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA 92408 · (714) 824-2143 · FAX (714) 888-5107 SUMMARY OF RECENT COURT DECISIONS Several recent court decisions directly impact the ways in which local governments can regulate off-site signage (billboards). This section of the memorandum provides a brief overview of our understanding of relevant cases relating to the regulations of off-site signs (billboards). It should be noted, however, that the City Attorney should prepare an interpretation or specific legal opinion for the City of Temecul8 regarding this issue. The GuideliMa Provided bv the U.S. Suoreme Court Signs are a form of communication. Thus, the dominant legal issue confronting sign regulation is the guarantee of freedom of speech under the first Amendment to the United States Constitution. Therefore, the Supreme Court developed the following four-part test used to determine the validity of restrictions on commercial speech: (1) the first Amendment protects commercial speech only if that speech concerns lawful activity and is not misleading. A restriction on otherwise protected commercial speech is valid only if it (2) seeks to implement a substantial governmental interest, (3) directly advances that interest, and (4) reaches no farther than necessary to accomplish the given objective. Metromedis. Inc. v. City of Sen Dieoo (1981) is the leading Supreme Court case in the area of sign regulation. In that case, the high court struck down a city ordinance that imposed substantial restrictions on outdoor signs. The ordinance distinguished between on-premises and off-premises signs. It ppermitted on-premises commercial signs but forbade all off- premises signs, with certain exceptions. As the Court noted in its opinion, most noncommercial messages have no premises end, thus, were effectively banned. The Court agreed that the ordinance was invalid under the First Amendment. But the ordinance was not ruled invalid on the basis of its regualtion of commercial speech, which, according to the justices, met constitutional requirements. Rather, it was the effective ban on noncommercial signage that prompted the Court to invalidate the regulation. The reasoning of the decision is complex because it involves several steps. The starting point of the justices' reasoning is that noncommercial speech, including political, religious, social, and other forms of expression, is entitled to a higher degree of protection under the First Amendment than commercial speech, which advertises or identifies businesses. SUMMARY OF OTHER ORDINANCES Since the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is intended to specifically address billboards, we have reviewed sign ordinances of other selected California cities known to have regulations prohibiting off-sire signs (billboards). Each of the ordinances were examined in terms of the off-sits sign definitions, types of off-site signs prohibited, zoning districts in which off-sire signs are prohibited, and any other relevant rearurea of the ordinance that should be addressed and/or included in the new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance. The cities surveyed were as follows: Agoura Hills Palm Desert Rencho Mirage Cosre Mesa Downey Palm Springs Pittsburgh Rancho Cucamonga San Juan Capistreno O There is the potential for certain applications for the establishment of Outdoor Advertising Displays, the approval of which would contradict the ultimate goals and objectives of the General Plan. Moreover, pending completion of the Genera1 Plan it is foreseeable that further such applications will be received which may further contradict such goals and objectives of the General Plan; and O Pending approval of the General Plan, and associated Land Use Code regulations concerning signage, the approval of any further sign location plans, plot plans, or other discretionary entitlement for outdoor advertising displays, would result in immediate threat to the public health, safety or welfare of persons and properties in the City of Temecula. Current Zonino Reauirements Current City zoning requirements (which have been adopted by Ordinance No. 91-17) prohibit the establishment of Outdoor Advertising Displays (i.e. off-site signage and billboards) within the City of Temecula. However, Section 4 of Ordinance No. 91-17 includes a provision for an exemption should any party believe that they have a vested right to build an outdoor advertising display or would suffer a hardship if not permitted to build such an outdoor advertising display. Such a request for an exemption may be filed in the form of 8 plot plan application, provided the the subject property is within the C-1/C-P, M-SC, M-M or M-H zoning district. Such exemption may be granted by the City Council only after due notice and public hearing. It should be noted that on-site advertising structures and signs (under Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.5); and, subdivision signs (under Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.6) are exempt from Ordinance No. 91-17. Riverside County Ordinance No. 348 (which has been adopted by reference by City Ordinance No. 90-04) provides the following requirements for off-site signage (i.e. billboards). e Outdoor advertising displays are permitted only in the C-l/C-P, M-SC, M-M and M-H zones. e No outdoor advertising display shall be located within 500 feet in any direction from any other outdoor advertising display. · The maximum height of an outdoor advertising display shall not exceed 25 feet. · Roof mounted outdoor advertising displays are prohibited. e No outdoor advertising display shall be erected within an established setback or building line, or within road right-of-way lines. A one (1') foot minimum setback from the property line is required. e No outdoor advertising display shall have a total surface area of more than 300 square feet, Recommendation: Commercial off-sits signs should be prohibited in all zoning districts; and Non-commercial off-sits signs should be permitted in the C-11C-P and M-SC zoning districts. Desjan and Performance Standards In order to minimize potential aesthetic impacts, design and performance standards should be included in the proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Orcllnance, Recommendation: 1. Square footage of the sign should be limited to twelve (12) square feet or less. 2. No more then one (1) sign should be permitted per parcel. 3. Ground-mounted signs and their supporting structure should .not exceed six (6) feet in height. 4. Building-mounted signs should not extend above the eave or parapet line. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATION$ The following is a list of the recommendations made regarding the content of Temecula's proposed Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance: 1. Prohibit the installation of "commercial" off-site signs in all zoning districts. 2. Permit "non-commercial" off-site signs in the C-1/C-P and M-SC zoning districts. 3. Include design and performance standards for "non-commercial" off-site signs. 4. Include an exemption for the following signs: · Directional Signs as defined in Chapter 5 of the Temecula Municipal Code (Directional Sign Ordinance No.__). · On-site advertising structures and signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.5). · Subdivision signs (Ordinance No. 348, Section 19.6). It is anticipated that this item will be scheduled for the Planning Commission public hearing of November 4, 1991. Therefore, I would appreciate receiving your comments prior to October 16, 1991, in order to complete the "Draft" Planning Commission staff report and revised "Draft" Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance for your review prior to October 23, 1991. ORDINANCE PROVISIONS Our analysis of ordinance provisions is as follows. Off-Site Sian Definitions All of the cities surveyed defined off-site signs, as any signs advertising an establishment, service, merchandise, or entertainment, which is not sold, produced, manufactured, or furnished at the property on which the sign is located. In addition, non-commercial off-site signs ere defined as signs exhibiting non-commercial speech or message in lieu of commercial sign copy. Off-Site Sions Prohibited Eight (8) of the nine (9) cities surveyed prohibited off-site signs as defined above. San Juan Capistrano allowed off-site non-commercial signs. Zonina Districts Prohibitina Off-Site Siena All eight(8) of the cities surveyed that prohibited off-site signs, as defined above, in all zoning districts within the particular city. San Juan Capistreno permitted off-site non-commercial signs in only the General Commercial, Commercial Manufacturing and Industrial Park zoning districts. RECOMMENDA TION,~ This section of the report will identify key issues to address in the new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance. Tvoe of Off-Site Sianaae to be Prohibited As noted above, the purpose of the new Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance is to establish regulations prohibiting off-site signage, and specifically prohibiting "billboards". Therefore, the proposed ordinance will prohibit "Commercial" off-site signs which advertises an establishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment which is not sold, produced, manufactured, or furnished at the property on which the sign is located. However, because of the First Amendment issues, "non-commercial" off-site signs will be permitted subject to specific design and performance standards, as outlined below. Recommendation: Commercial off-site signs should be prohibited; and Non-commercial off- site signs should be permitted with specific standards. Identification of Appropriate Zonina Districts As noted above, outdoor advertising displays (i.e. Billboards), are currently permitted in the C-11C-P, M-SC, M-M and M-H zoning districts. Since the proposed ordinance is intended to prohibit commercial off-site signs, they should be prohibited in all zoning districts. However, non-commercial off-site signs should be permitted in the C-1/C-P and M-SC zoning districts. ATTACHMENT NO. 5 ORDINANCE NO. 348, ARTICLE XIX (ADVERTISING REGULATIONS) Should you have any questions regarding this memorandum, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. ATTACHMENT: 1. Draft Outdoor Advertising Displays Ordinance cc: John Cavanaugh JohnMeyer Ross Geller ARTICLE XIx ADVE~TISIN~ REgULaTIOnS SECTION 19.%, PURPOS[ AND INTENT. Because Riverside County is a 1an.De, diverse'and rapidly expanding jurisdiction the Board of ~pervisors finds t~at prope~control is necessary to provi~ for the preservation and prOteCtiOn of open space and scenic ireas, the many natural and man-made resour:es, establtshe~ rural c~munittes within Riverside County. %t is the intent of t~is ordinance to provide standards to safeguard life, health, property ant public welfare, to provide the means for adequate i~entifiCatton of b~stnesses an: Other Sign users by prohibiting, regulating and controlling the ~eStSn, l~cstton and maintenance of Signs, and tO provide for the removal eric limitation of use of signs ~thin the unincorpOrated area Of RiversiDe County· All outdoor advertising displays end on-site advertising StruCtureS an~ Signs in the untnCOrpOrated area Of the County of RiverSide snell conform to the ao~icab~e prOviSionS of t~t$ article. %f any Specific zoning classification within this ordinance shall impose more stringent requirements than are set fort~ within this article, the more Stringent provisions shall prevail. ~ended Effective: 07-16-85 (Ord. 348.2496) SE:TION 19.2. DEFIN:TIONS. For purposes of this ordinance, the followin; words or phrases shall have the following definitions. "Outdoor ~dve,tising Display" means outdoor leverUsing structures and outOcGr advertising signs used for outdoor advertising purpoSeS, not inclu¢ing on-site advertising signs as hereShelter defined. An outdoor advertising display may be commonly known or referred to as an "off-site" or an off-prmises' billboard. "Outdoor Advertising Structure' means a structure of any kind Or character erected or maintained for outdoor advertising purposes, upon which any pOSter, bill, printt rig, pal nting or other advertisehenS of any kind whatsoever may be placed, including Statuary° for outdoor advertising purposes. Such structure shall be constructed or erect)~ upon a permanent foundation or shall be attached to a structure having a permanent foundation. "Outdoor Advertising Sign' means any card, cloth, paper, metal, pal nted, plastic or woo~n sign of any Character pl iced for outdoor advertising purposes, On Or to the ground or any tree, wall, bush, rock, fence, building, Structure or t~ing, either privately or publicly owned, other than an advertising StruCture. The words 'Outdoor Advertising Structure' and 'Outdoor Advertising Sign' as ~efinea in subsections (b) and (C) do not include: I. Official notices issued by any court Or public body or officer; *For Sale, Lease or Rent Stgn' means a stgn advertising that the property or structure upon whtCh the stgn Is located Is for sale, lease, or rent. "Shopping Center* means a pittel of land not less than 3 acres tn size, on .h(ch third extsts 4 or mo~e separate buslness uses that have mutual parktng facilities. "DIrections1Stgn" means I stgn used to f rect and control vehicular or pedestrian trlfftc that tS locited upon the sine parcel of land as the use that ttts tntended to serve. o. "$tgnt f(cant Resources" means any county, State or federal has significant or potentially stgntfiClnt soctal, cultural, historical, archaeologtcl], reCreatton~ or scentc resources, or which plays or potentially could play a s~gnlftcant role tn promoting to',rtsm. For the purposes of thtS article, the tam s~gniftcant reSourceS Shall lncluae. but not be limited to. the following: 1. Rqve~s(de. Nattonal Candecry. A str~p. 660 feet ~n width, measured frem, the edge of the rtght-of-~ay 1t ne on both sides of ~-Z15 the intersection of Van Bu~en Boulevard sourhaZy to Nance Road, and on both stdes of Vtn Buren Boulevard frm the tnterse;t~on of l-Z15 westerly to iood Road. Z. Scenic H~ghways. 3. A corridor 500 feet tn ~ldth Idjacent to ~th staes o~ h~eh~a~ w~th~n three-tenths (3/~0) o a m~le of any Regional "Scenic Htghway" means any officially designated state or county s~en~c htghvay as 6efined tn Streets and H~ghway Code Sections ~4 Z51 et seq. "Illegal Outdoor Advertising D~splay" means any of the followin;: (1) An outdoor advertts~ n~ structure or outdoor Idvertistn; st gn erected vtthout first cemply~ng ~tth all appl(cable county ordinances and regullttons tn effect at the ttme of its construction, erection or use. (Z) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertts~n~ was 1 egally erected but whose use his ceased, or the struc~e u~on which the advertlstng ~splay ts placed has been by ~s owner, and not maintained or used for a period of no~ ~ess ~hln One (1) ~ea~. (3) An ~doo~ advertising s~c~ure or ~doo~ advertising s~gn was lega11~ erected ~c~ 1 ater ~c~ nonconfom~ng as a ~es~ o~ ~he adoption o~ In o~a~nan~e~ ~ ~or~zlt~on ~od for ~e d~s~,~ p~ov~de~ b~ the o~d~nan~e ~en~tng the nonconfo~ng has exp~e~ and cOnSonanCe h~s no~ (4) An ~dOO~ adve~4s~ng s~u~u~e o~ ~dDO~ advertising which ~es not c~p~ ~h the No~ce of Decision o~ the 244 2. NoUces posted by any public officer tn perromance of duty or by any ~erson tn gtvtng legs1 notice; 3. DIrections1, varntng or tnfomatlon structures required by or authorized by law or by Federal, S~ite O~ County ~tho~tty~ tncluf'ng s~gns nec!ssarY for the oHratton and Sirsty of uUl(ty uses· 4, A structure erected near Ictty or county ~undary, ~ch the nme of such ct~ or county and the rimes of, or any other lnfomlCt~ rlglrdtng, ctv~c, fritPRal Or religious 1 ocated there~ n, "0n-~tte Advertising St~JCture and Signs" means any structure, houSIng, Sign devtce, ftgure, stlt~Jlry, painting, display, message placard, or Other contrivance, Or any part thereof, which is 0eSigne~,- constructed, created, engineered. Intended, or used to advertise, o~ to provide data or Information tn the nature of advertising, for any of the~tollowing purposeS: (1) TO assignate, identify, or indicate the n~ne of the business of the Owner Or occupant of the pre~tses Upon which the Stru:t~re or Sign is located. (2) To advertise the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold, or available for sale, upon the pratt ses where the Structure Or Sign is loca:ed. "Freeway" means e divided arterial highway for through traffic wi:h full control of access and with grade separations at intersections. "Highway" means roedst StreetS, boulevards, lines, courts, p1 aces, cu.,..ons, trails, ways or Other rights-of-way or easements used for laid out and intended for the public passage of vehicles or of vehicles and perSOnS. "Edge of a Right-of-way" means a measurenent frm the edge of a right-of-way horizontally along a line nomal or perpendicular to the centerline of the freeway or highway. 'Maximum Height' means the highest put nt of the structure or si;n measured fran the everage natural ground level at the base of the supporting structure. "Free Standing Sign' means any sign which is supported by one or more columns or uprights irabedded in the ground. and which is not attac~ed tO any building or structure. k. "Surface Area" means that area of outdoor advertising signs and on-stte advertising signs as measured by the smallest gecrnetric fon~ such I$ i square, rectangle, triangle, or circle, or canbination thereof, which will encmpass the face of the si gn on which the message Is ~ splayed. 243 The changing of an advertising message Or oustmary maintenance of a legally extsttng outdoor advertising display shall not requtrea permit pursuant to thtS section, Standards. .1. Zone ng. Outdoor advertiSIng dtsplly are permitted only tn the C-Z/C-P, H-St, 14-N Ind 14-H zonls led provt~ng only that the display meets all of the other requtrmentS Of the tontrig classification and this article. Outdoor advertising titsplays are expressly prohibited in all other Zones. $pactng. No outdoor advertising dtsplly shall be located w~thtn five landred (SO0) feet tn any directton fran any other outdoor advertising ~spl~y on the sane stele of the htgh~sy; provedad, however, that If tn a particular zone a f cllf arena triterye1 she~ be stated, the spicing lnterval of the particular. zone shall prevail. No outdoor advertising driplay shall be erected the boundary of any significant resource as deft ned tn Section Zg.2.o. of th~s ordinance. No outdoor advertSsing ~ispliy shell be locireel ~thtn one hundred fifty itS0) feet of proper~y for ~htch the zontng does not allow advertising crisplays provtde~ however, thlt en outdoor Idvlrttstng crlsplly may be placed one hundred (150) feet of property for ~htch tontrig clods not displays, tf it the time in Ippltcetton for in outdoor advertising titsplay permit ts applied for, there ts no existtrig restbent~al structure or in approved buildtrig pemlt for a resldonttal structure vtthtn one hundred ftfty (150) feet of the 10:at~on the proposed outdoor advertising dtsplay. He~ ha. The mextmum hetght of in Outdoor advertising d~splay sha~l not exceed e hetght o1r twenty-five (25) feet frm the roadbed Of the adjacent freeway or highway to which the d~splay oriented, or a maxtm~ hetght of twenty-five (25) feet fr:m the grade on vhtch $t is constructed, ~htchever ts greater. Poles, A maxtrain of t~o (2) steel poles are allowed for suppor~ of in outdoor advertising titsplay. Roof Nounts. No outdoor advertising dlsplly shall be affixed on Or over the roof of any butldtng and no titsplay shell be affixed to the Yell of a bullcling so that tt projects above the parapet the hull cling, For the purposes of this sectton, a mansard style roof shall be consldored a parapet. Number of DtspII s, No more thin one (1) proposed outdoor advertising {ltsp~f~y application shall be peat teed. per Setbacks. No outdoor advertising o~splay shall be erected vdth~n in established setback or buildtrig 1the, or w~th~n road right-Of-way lanes or future road right-of-way lines as sho~ on Nmber of Display Faces. No more than t~o (2) d~spll.v faces per outdoor advertiSIng fspll shall be pem(tted, hck-to-hack and V-type displays shell ~ a~lowed that the~ are on the s~e ~tdOOr advertising stYtauPe and provided that the V-type 246 (5) An outcloor IdverttSlng structure Or outdoor advertisin~ sign vhiCh iS i 6anger to the public or Is unsafe as may be datemine: by the Director of the Building and Safety Depot=none. (6) An outdoor Idverttstng Structure or outdoor advertising sign which iS a traffic hazard IS may be ~etenntned by the Director of the Building and Safety hparl~ent provided said traffic hazar~ was not created by the reiDcotton of streets or highways or by ICeS Of the County, "Illegal On-Site A~verttsing Structure or Sign" means any of the fol 1 owing. (1) An on-site advertising Structure or sign erected without first cmplying with e11 applicable County ordinances and regulations in effect It the time of itS construction, erection or use. (2) An on-site advertising structure or StUn that was legally erectode put whose uses his ceased, or the StruCture upcn which the Idverttsing display ts placed has been abandoned by its Owner, end not maintained or used to identify or advertise an ongoing business for I period of not less than ninety {90) days. (3) An on-site advertising structure or sign that was legally erected which later bec~e nonconfoming is a result of the adoption of an ordinance; the I~ortiZation period for the display provided by the OrdinanCe rendering the display nonconforming has expired; and conformante has not been accomplished. (4) An on-site advertising structure or sign which is a danger to the public or iS unsafe i$ may be a)termtned by the Director of the Building end Safety Depart.~ent. {5} An on-site advertising structure or sign which is a traffic hazard as may be ~etermtned by the Director Of the B~il din~ an~ Safety Deparl~ent provided said traffic hazard was not create~ by the relOcation of streets or highways or by acts of the ~Ounty. "Abandone~' means either: (1) Any outdoor advertising display that is ~lowed to continue f~r more than one (1) year without I poster, bill, printing, painting, or other form of advertiseant or message; Or (Z) Any outdoor advertSsin display that ~oes not appear on the inventory required by ~eCtiOn lg.3.e.(1S); or (3} Any on-site adverttsing structure or sign that is allowed to continue for more than ninety (90) ~ays without a poster, bill, printing, painting, or Other form Of advertising or messale for the purposes set forth in Section 19.2.e hereof· J~ended Effective: D7-16-85 (Ord. 348.2496) 06-2D-89 (Ord. 348.2989) SECTION 19.3. OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. No person shall erect or maintain an outdoor advertising display in the unincOrporated area of the County of Riverside, except in accordance with the following provisions. 245 of this orcltnance end on each fifth (5) anniversary after the effective date of this ordinance, each display campany outdoor edverttstn titsplays ~ithtn the untncorporated area of Riverside County sRe]I ~ul~lt to the Deparment of Building and Safety, I current Znventory of the outdoor advertising titsplays they currently oun and/or matneath ~thtn the unincorporated area of Riverside County. Fatlure to su!~tt e current or accurate inventory shell be Hameel to be e separate violation of this ordt hence. Processing Procedure. Application. In ad~ttton to 811 other applicable Federa~, State, and local la~s, ru~es, regulations and ordinances, no outdoor advertising d~sp~ay sha~l ~ placed or erected un~tl ~herefore his ~en tssued by the RI.~t~e County DIreCtor, on the fo~ provided b~ the Planntng Iccmpinted b~ t~ liltrig fee set forth tn Ordinance No. 67Z a~d meeting t~ reQuireenOs of Section ~8.30 of this ordinance. application shall also consist of ten (tO} cop~es of a Plot P~an drawn ~ scale, containing the rime, address or tale;hone n~ber of the applicant, , copy of the current valtd State Out~or Advertising Peat t, end I Nnerll ~scrtptton of the proper~y upon ~lch t~ out~or ,~vertlslng Q~Spl~ IS proposed to N pl,ce~. In ,edition, the applicant Shall p~vtee sufficient n~r of address labels as deemed appropriate by the Plenntng Director for all property mmers ~lthin e five hundred foot (SO0') radius of any proposed outdoor advertising display. The Plot Plan shall show the precise location. type. and size of the proposed out=o~ advertising {rlsplay$, all propert~y lines, zoning, and the dimensionS. location of and ~ stance to the nearest a~ve~tisin9 displays, building, business districts, significant resources as determined by the ordinance, p, bltc end private roads, an~ other rightS-Of-way. building setback lines. and speciftca11~ p~enned future road right-of-way lines, and any end all other information required by the Planning DirectOr tn SuCh a manner that the proposed d~Splly may be reedil~ ascertained. identified. end evaluated. Hearing end Notice of Decision. Upon acceptance of an application for an outdoor edv~rtlst ng dtsplly as camplate. the Planning Ot rector shall transmit e copy of the application to the f than thirty (30) days a tar acceptance of the I plicltton for outdoor advertlain dtsplly as cmplete, the P~aDt shall schedule t~e time end date on inning rector the Planning Dtrector's decision on the application is to be made. Not less than ten (10) days prior to the date on ~hich the dectston is to be made. the Planning Director shall gtve notice of the proposed outdoor advertising dtspqey. by ma~l or delivery. to all owners sho~ on the list equalized assessment ro11, and any updates. is o~ntng real property 248 cltsl)lays have a sel)lrltlon between cltsl~lay faces of no~ mo~e tventyoftve (ZS) feet. g. Ltghttng end Zll~tnl~ton of Dt.spliys. An outdoo~ Idver~s~; dtsp~ly m~ ~ t11~nated, unless other~Se s~clfte~. that the ~spla~ ire so const~cte, that no 11ght ~, ~be, fll~ent, or strutlit louse of ~11~?nitton ts vtstble be~n~ the dtSp3ay face. Dts~lay maktng use of 11ghts to convey the effe;t of movment Or flashing, tritemiter, or vettable tnte,s~ty not ~ ~mltted. D~splly shill use the most a~vanced methods tnsure the most enemy effiCIent metboOs of dtsp~ay Mtth~n the Pl~lr Observatory 5~ctal Lighting Area. a~ 5h1~1 Cl~y ~th the requireants Of RIverside COunty 0rd~na~:e No. 655. Dtsp~ay Hoveant. No ~tdoor Idwrttstng fsplays sha~ move rotate, to dtspl~ any moving ina/or ~Tattng parts. prOpe31erS, f~lgS, Or other noise creattng ~v~ces. an~ no archttec~ra~ e~llls~ents ~tCh utt}tze mechanical or na~u-a~ forces for morton, Shll~ ~ ~mttted. Use of day]~gh~ reflective materials Or e~ectrontc message ~ir~s using flashing. tntemtttent or ~vtng ~tght Or lights IS prohibited, prov~ed. ho,ever, .that e~ectro~tc message ~ards d~sp~ay~ng only and/or t~rature for ~r~oaS of not less than thirty secon~ tS ~mttted. ZZ. Dts~3ay Face Stze. No outdoor ad,rttsing ~splay sha~ have a tota~ surface area of more than three ~ndre~ (300) square fee:. ~t~oor Advertising Dts~ay Pemtt Required. No ~rson sha~] erect, a~ter, repair, or relocate any outdoor a~rt~s~n; ~thout ftrst obtaintn an outdoor advertSsin ~sp~ay pursuant to R~de ~ounty Ordinance NO. 45~. No advertising d~splay ~t Shill ~ ~$$ued unless an~ u~ the Building D~rec~or e~em~nes ~hat the proposed ec~v~y ~s accordance ~Zh th~s ArtiCle aria R~vers~ae ~s ~n eccoraan:e ~hts Arttcle and Rt~tde County Ordinance NO. 457. ana ~a~ 4ppltcan~ his obtained I va~td S~i~e ~door Adve~stn~ ~. ~3. Z~n~f~ca~ton. ~ ~rson shill place, erect. o~ maintain outdoor advertising ~splly and no outdoor advertising sha~l ~ p~iced, erect, or maintaining any~ere ~fi~n untncorpora~ed area of R!ve~de County unless ~he~e ts securely fastened ~he~e~o Ind on the front dtspl~ face ~he~eof, ~he of the outdoor advertising fsplay ~er In such a manner ~ha~ rime ts v~stb~e frm the htgh, ay. Any titsplay place~, e~ec~e~, maintained ~hout th~s ~den~flca~ton shall ~ eme~ ~o ~ placed, e~ecZed, and maintained tn violation Of ~h~S SeCtion. ~4. Hobtle DIsplays. ~ ~on shill place maintain, or o~e~se allow a mobtle ,h~cle, tra~ler, or o~her advertising d~sp]ay ~manen~ly afftxed ~o the ground, as ,f~ne~ tn Section ~g.Z.b. of thts ordinance. to ~ used as an ou~or advertising 2S. Dtsplay Inven~ory. Zn or~r to evaluat, end assess adver~t sl ng dt spl a~ ~ thl n the unt ncor~ra~ed a~ea of R~ ve ~s ~ ~e COunt~, ~h~n one ~nared e~ght~ (ZBO) eys of ~e effective aa~e 247 AppealS. The dectalon of the Planntng Dtrector Shall be considered final unless an appeal therefrom ~s file~. (a) Appeaqs to Plenntng emission, The applicant or aqy ·tnterest person may file an appeal, acconpanted by the 'fee set forth tn Ordtnlnce tie, 67t of thts ordinance, and on the fore provtded by the Pllnntng Deper~lnt ~thtn ten (tO) after the Nottce of Dectston ts' mailed for those matters vhere a public hearing wls not requested or recl,dred or w~thtn ten (tO) days after the Notice of Dectston aDDears on the Bolrd of $upervtsor's egende, The appeal Shall sta~e t. ne rIISORS why tttS believed the actton of the Planntng Dtrector ts improper, Upon receipt of a c~pleted aDpeal and fee, the Pqanntng Director shall set the matter for heari n; before the Planning Commission, NOtice of the hearing on appeal shall be given tn the sine manner that notice was ) . Plinntng C~ts$~on Shill tenor ~ts ~c~S~on the appeal wtthin ten (tO) ~ys of the CloSIng of ~ne hear~ng, A Nottee of the Dectalon of the Plann~n~ C~ss~on shall ~ filed b~ the Pllnn~ng D~rlcCor ~th the 5oard of SupervisorS, not more than fifteen (Z5) aa~ after the ~dston, A cop~ of the Not(ca of Dedston shall ~ matle~ tO the ippl(Cint, Ippelllnt and to Iny ~rson vhO has made written request for I copy Of the eelston, The Clerk of the 80lrd Of Su~r~sOr$, shill place the NOtiCe of Deds~on the next Igendl of the Bolrd of ~pervtsors, hel~ five (~) more days after the Clerk recetves the Notice of Deds~on frm the Pllnn(ng D~rector. The ic~s~on of the C~tsS~on shall ~ conspired f~n81 unless an appeal therefr~ ts ftled. (b) Appeals to BOare of ~pervtsor$. The 2ds~on of the Planntng Cmtsston shill ~ conspired fin/1 unless an Ip~al t~refrm t$ flle~, The Ippl(cint or an ~n~eres~ed ~rson may file In april, Iccmpin~ed by the fee set forth tn Ordinance No, 671 Of thtS ordinance, anQ on the fore provided by the Pllnntn Deplr~ent ~thtn ten (~0) days after the Notice of hc~ Planning Cmm~ss~on Hon of t~ appears on the Board of $upervtsors's agenda. The appeal shall state the reasons why ttts believed the actton of the Planning Commission ~s ~mprope~. Upon recetpt of a cmpleted appeal and fee, or ~f the of Su~rvtso~ ~ssmes Jurisdiction by orating the matter set for ~bltc hear~n , the Clerk of the Boar~ of ~pervtsors shall set the matter ~or publtc ~fore the Board of heir1 ng ~so~. ~t less than five (S) days nor more than (30) da~ thereafter. and shall ft. nottel of the t~me an~ place of the heartrig tn the sme mlnner Is notice of the t~me and place of the halting tn the s~e manner l$ nottee of Su~r~so~ $hall tenor ~t$ ~Ct$~0n ~thtn thirty 250 ~than a f~ve hundred (500) foot radius of the exterior boundaries of the parcel upon (ntch the proposed outdoor advertising d~splay is to Ix located. Notice of the outdoor advertising ~splay shall also Ix given by publication in a newspaper of general circulation viibin Riverside County. The Notice shall include the statement that no public hearing ~11 be held unless a hearing is requested, tn m'ttlng, and delivered to the Plannfng Director It 1mist two (2) da~s before tedate SCheduled for the decision ts to Ix made. No publee heartng on the application for an outdoor advertising d~Splly shall Ix held before a dectston ~s made by the Planning DIrectors unless a hearth; tS requested, tn m'lt~ng, by the ippllcent or other interested person, or (f the Planning Director determines that a public heir(rig should Ix required. Zf no public heartrig iS requested Or reQut red, the P1 anntng Dt rector Sha~ give the Nottce of Dectston to the Ipplicant and an~ person ~ho has made a ~Tttten request for a copy of the NottCe Of heSStOn. The dec(ston of the Pl arming Dfre:tor shall Ix'considered final unless ~thtn ten (Z0) days Of the date of matling Of the Notice of Dectston to the applicant., an appeal therefr~ ts filed. if e publlc hearth9 iS requtred under the provision of subsection, notice of the time, date, and place of the heartrig before the Plann~n9 D~rector and a general description of the localton of the real property ~hich is the subject Of the hearing, shall bo given It least ten (ZO) prior to the hearing as follows: (Z) Nailtrig or de~tver(ng to all owners of rea~ which is located vithtn a 5OO-foot radius of exterior boundaries of the parcel upon which the propose~ outdoor advertising ~ splay ts to be lo:at. ed as, such owners are shown on the last equalized assessment ro~l and any updates. (2) The Planntng Dtrector ml~ require that add~t~ona~ nodes be given tn any other matter the D( rector dee~s necessary or desirable. Zf a publtc hearing ts' required, the Planning D~rector sha~ hear relevant testimony frm Interested persons and make a deCSSlon vlthtn a ~easonable time after the close of the publtC heartrig. A Notice of Decision shall be flied by the Planntng Dtrector v(th the Clerk of the Board of ~jperviso~s, .or ,ore th,n f, ft,,n {ZS ,,tar the decis o.. , of the Notice of Dectslon s Ix mailed to the applican: and to any person who has made a wrttten request for a copy of the decision. The Clerk of the Board of Supervisors pl ace the Notice of Deciston on the next agenda of the Boar~ of Supervisors held five (S) or more ~ys after the Clerk recet ves the Nottee of Decision fr~ the Planning Director. 249 Nonconfomlng Signs. [very outdoor advertising fsplay ,~tch does not conform to thtS ordinance shall be aimed to be a nonconforming s~n and Shall be rendred or altePe{l tn IccoPdlnce with this Ordinance as fol 1 owS: 1. Any outdoor advert(s~ng olsplay ~htch was lav~ully tn existence prior to the effective date of the enactment of Ordinance 348.2496 (July ]6, ]985) Shall be abeted or brought into conromance with these provisions by July 17, 1990, Z, Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior tO the effective date of the enactnone of Ordinance 348.2856 (June 30, 1988) but after the effective date of the enactment of Ordinance No, 348.2496 (July 16, 1985) shall be abeted or brought 1ned conformanCe with these provisions ~.v t, lgg3. 3, Any outdoor advertising display whtch was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of Ordinance NO. 348.Z989 but after the effective date of the enactment of Ordinance NO, (June 30, Z988) shall be abeted or brOUght tiled cOnromance these provisions within eleven (11) years of the effective date of Ordinance No, 348,2989. 4. if federal or $tlte law requires the County of Riverside to ~ay ~ust ca~pensatton for the ranOval Of any such lawfully ere~te~ t~ nonconforming outdoor advertising display, it may randin in place until ,fuse ca~pensatton as defined in the Eminent Domain Law (Title 7, of Part 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure) is Illegal and Abandoned Outdoor AdvertiSing Displays. All illegal outdoor advertising displays and ~l abandoned outdoor advert. sin; displays shall be r~noved or brought into conformance with this ordinance innediately. Amended Effective: 07-16-85 (Ord. 348.2496) 06-30-88 (Ord. 348.2856) 06-ZO-B9 (Ord. 348 Zg89) (30) days folloWrig the close of the hearing on the a~pes~. The actston of the Board Of Supervisors shall be final. Revocation. Any OutdOor advertising tlSplay pemtt ~mich has been issued as a result of a matertal misrepresentation of fact by the Ippltcant or his agent, ~hether or not a trimtrial prosecution is Initiated therefor, may be summarily revoked by the Planning Director who shall forthwith give vrttten Notice of Revoc&t. ton to the applicant, WIUt~n thirty (30) days after notice tS given, any outdoor advertising display authorized ~y said outdoor advertising ~splay permtt shall be r~noved at the appltcant's expense. Failure to remove ~he display ~thin said thirty (30) Clays Shall be beamed a separate v~olation of this ordinance. Nothing tn this ordinance $hall authorize the tnstalqation or maintenance of any outdoor advertising disDqay which is (n v~olatton of any State or Federal la, or regulation. Enforcement. Wherever the officials responsible for the enforce~en~ of a~tntstratton of the Land Use Ordinance or their ~estgnated agents, have cause to suspe:t a v~olltton of this article, or wheneve~ necessary to investigate either In Ippltcatton for the granting, modification, Or any action to suspend or revoke an outdoor advertising display pemit, or whenever neCeSSary tO investigate a possible v~olation, said agents may lawfully gain access to the appropriate parcel of lan~ u~n ~tch $l~d violation t$ believed to exist. The follow~n~ provisions shall ~pll tO the ~olat~ons of article: All ~ollt~ons of this Irticle cm~tte~ b~ an~ ~rson, whether agent, ~ployee, officer, principal, Or other~se, shall be a mi sd~eanor. 2. Ever~ Hrson ~ho kno~ngl~ provides false ~nfon~ation on an outeoor advertising aispla~ Hmtt application shall ~ guilty 3. Ever~ Hrson ~o fat15 tO s.top ~rk on In outdoor advertSsin9 display, ~hen so or~re~ by the D~rector of Buildtrig and Safety the Planning O~rector, shall ~ gu~lt~ of I m~sa~eanor. 4 Every person ~ho, having received Nottee tO Appear ~n court to answer a relate~ charge, ~1fu11I fltls to appear, shall ~ guilt~ of a m~sdmeanor. S A m~s~eanor ma~ ~ prosecuted b~ the Count~ ~n the n~e of People of the State of California, or may ~ redressed by c~v~l' action. Each ~olat~on ts ~nishab~e b~ a fine of not more th~n one t~usand dollars (%,000.00), or b~ tmpr~$oment in the Ja~l for a tam Of not more than six (6) months, or b~ ~th fine an~ lmpr~ soreant, 6. Ever~ Hrson found gutlty of I ~olat~on $hall ~ ~med guilt~ a separate offense for every day during a ~rtton of which the violation tS cmmitted, continue~, or Hm~tte~ by such person. 7. Ever~ 11legal out~or advertising ~tsplay an~ every iban~ned outaoor advertising ~splay ~s hereby eelarea to ~ I ~b~c nuisance and shall ~ subject to abatment by repair, rehabilitation, or rmoval ~n accordance ~th the prOCedureS Contained in Section 3 of RIverside Count10ra~nance No. D~recttonal S~gns - Directtonal stuns' to~adv~se.patrons of location. distance or p~rpose shall De permitted on a parcel of land as follows: 1. The maxtmm height of such StUns $hall not exceed 3 feet. 2. The maxamum SUrfaCe area Of SuCh StUns shall not exceed 6 square feet. On-s~te Identification S~gns - On-stte Identification signs aff~xec the Surface of walls, winnows, and ®ors of permanent structures, which do not exceed 4 inches tn litter height and do not exceed 4 square feet ~n irel are permt ttld tn ad~tton to any Other st gn permitted tn thtS ordinance. SECTION 19.5. FOR SA~E, LEASE OR RENT $1GN$. For sale, lease or rent slgns shall be Derm~tted to be placed tn all zone classifications subject to the followfng regullt~ons. 1. For one and two fently restdentta~ uses - one stun not ex;ee~in; 4 square feet ~n surface Irel Ihd not more than 4 feet ~n height. 2. For muqttple fenfly residentill uses - one s~gn for each soDarate frontage on a street, lach s(gn not to exceed 15 square feet i n surface area and not more than 8 feet ~n height. 3. For camerd al uses * one stun for each separate frontage o~ a Street, each StUn not to exceed 2( square feet ~n surface area a~ not ~Ore than B feet tn height. 4. For ~nclustrtal uses - one s~gn for each separate frontage on a street, each s~gn not to exceed 32 square feet (n sJr~ace area a~; not more than 10 feet ~n height. S. ~or agriculture uses - one s~gn for each separate frond. age on a street, each sign not to exceed %6 square feet in surface area and not more than 8 feet ~n height. SECTION 19.6 SUBDIVISION SIGNS. On-afro Subdivision stuns, advertising the original sa]e of Su~dlv($ton Ire pemltted ~thtn the bounder(as of I subdivision, g~n approval of I plot plan ~uant to Sectton Z8.30 of th~S ordinance and su~ect to the follo~ng m~n~mm Z. No sign Shell excee~ ~00 square fee~ Z. No s~gn sh~11 ~ ~th~n ZOO feet outside of the suedfreshen 3. ~ mo~ than t~ such s~g~ shill ~ Hm(tte~ for each sub~ v~ ston. 4. No sign Shell ~ erttf~c~e11~ l~ghtee. Off-site subdfvtston s~gns advertts~ the original sale of a subdtvaston, Shall be permitted tn zone classifications, exceDt the C-P-S, N-A, and i-1 Zones, preva Qed I conditional use permit granted pursuant to the proviSIonS Of Section 18.28 of this ordinance, and subject to the fOlloN~ng m~ntmm standards: 1. No st gn shal~ exceed tOO square feet ~n area. ZS4 SECTION 19.4. ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURES AND SIGNS. No perSOn shall erect an on-site advertising StruCture Or sign in the unincorporated Irea of the County of RIverside that iS in violation of the provisions contained within any specific Zoning classification in this ordinance or that 1s tn violation of the following provisions, Free-standing Signs 1. Located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right of way 11no. I~ The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 45 feet. The maximm surface area of a sign shall not exceed 15D square feet. 2, All Other Locialoha, (I) The maximum height of I sign shall not exceed 2D feet. (b) The maximm surface Irel of I sign shall not exceed 50 sq~a-e feet. 3. Sho..ing Centers - All Locations. Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-paragraphs Z and 2, a~ alternate standard for free standing on-site advertising Signs for shopping centers lS established es follows: (a) the maxtmum surface Irma of a Sign Shall not exceed 50 square feet of ,25 percent (1/4 of 11) of the total existing building floor aria in a shopptng center, whichever is greater, except that tn any event, no sign shall exceed square feet in surface area, b, The maxima height of a sign shall not exceed Z0 feet. 4, Number Of Free-standing Signs - All Locations, Not more than one free-standing Sign shall be pennetted on a parcel of land, exce;t that if a Shopping center has frontage on 2 or more streets, shopping Center Shall be permitted 2 free-standing signs, tha~ the 2 signs are not located on the s~ne street; are at ZO0 feet apart and the second Sign does not exceed ZGO s~are feet in surface area and Z0 feet in height, Signs Affixed to buildings - All Areas 1, No on-site advertising Sign Shill be affixed on, above or over the roof of any building, and no on-site advertising sign Shall be affixed to the wall of a building so that it projects above t~e parapet of the building. For the purposes of this section, a mansard style roof shall be considered a parapet. -' 2. The maxtm~cn surface area of signs affixed to a building shall be as follows: (a) Front wall of building - The surface area of the Sign shall not exceed 1O~ of the surface area of the front face of the building. (b) Side walls of a building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed 10% of the surface area of the si~e face of the building. (c) Rear wall of a building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed 5% of the surface area of the rear face of the building. 253 (C) Obscures the view Of any fire hydrant, trigfit sign, traffic signal, street sign, or publtc informational sign. (d) Blocks motorists' ltnes of Sight to areas of vehicular or pedestrian trlffic. Any tmnpofary political Sign erected, place~ Or maintained tn violetto6 of any pPorl$ton$ of this section may be removed by the County 5 dlys after notice of the riolitton t$ given to the Concerned candidate Or $PonSOrm and to the ownerm lessee or person in lawful possession of the property. Any tmporary political sign which constitutes In immediate danger to the sefe'~y or persons or propert;. or which has not been removed within 1O days after the scheduled election as provided in subsection (b)(6). may be removed by the County Summarily lnd without notice. The County may bring Is acti~ to recover the reasona)le cost of sign removal under this subsectio,~. Adde~ Effecti re: 04o21-83 (Or~. 348.2126) 256 2. No sign shall be t~in .00 feet of any existing residence. 4. The maxtmum ~dod of Une a s~gn may ~atn tn place sha~ yea~. 5. No s~;~ shall ~ arttft~'tally Hghted. 6. ~ aguemerit, ~ecuPe~ ~ a $~00 cash ~n~, shall ~ executed the COunt7 for each stun, assu~tn~ the r~oval of the sign ~th'~n eho~ Butl~n9 and Added: 09-13-73 COrd. 348.1201) ~mended Effec,i re: 01-20-77 (Ord. 348.1540) 09-25-80 : 348.1855) 07-Z6-85 (Ord. 348.2496) S[$TZON 19.7. TEMPORARY POLITICAL SIGNS. For the purpOSe of this ordinance, a tCporary political Sign shall mean a Sign, not Other.dse pemitted by this ordinance. ~icn encourages a particular vote in a scheduled election. Notwithstanding any Other prOviSiOn Of this ordinance, tsmpOrary poli tical signs are permitted t n all zoning cl assi fi cations subject ts the following limitations: 1. No such sign Shall exceed 16 square feet in surface area. 2. No free-Standin) temporary political sign Shall exceed 5 feet in height. 3. No lot shall contain tm~porary political signs having an ag.~regate surface area in excess of 80 square feet. 4, No such sign shall be artificially lighted. 5. No such Sign shall be erected or placed more than gO days prior to the scheduled election to which it pertains. 6. All such Signs shall be r~oved within 10 days after the schedjled election to which they pertain, except that a sign erected or placed for a candidate who prevails in a primary election may be maintea ned until 10 days after the final election. 7. No such sign shall be erected, placed or maintained upon any private property without the consent of the owner, lessee, Or perSOn in lawful possession of such property. B. No t~rnporary political sign Shall be erected, placed, or maintaine¢ on any publicly owned tree or shrub Or upon the improved portion of any street or highway right of way which is used for traffic or parking. 9. NO t~porary political sign shall be erected, placed or maintained So that it does any of the following: (a) Hers, clefaces, disfigures or damages any public buildin;, structure or other property, {b}Enqengers the safety of persons or property, Z55 ~O~UM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Planning Commission Gary Thornhill, Director of Planning April 1, 1992 Murdy Ranch Specific Plan RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends tlmt the Planning Commission: Review the attached packet and provide input relative to design and land use issues associated with the Murdy Ranch Specific Plan. The purpose of this workshop is to inform the Planning Commission about the Murdy Ranch Specific Plan and receive feedback from the Commission on issues relative to design and land use. The applicant will be given an opportunity to present their project to the Commission in a non-pubLic hearing forum. vgw