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HomeMy WebLinkAbout101199 OTLRB MinutesOTLRB Imlnutes/101199 CALL TO ORDER MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE OLD TOWN TEMECULA LOCAL REVIEW BOARD OCTOBER 11, 1999 The Old Town Temecula Local Review Board convened in a regular meeting at 9:07 A.M., on Monday, October 11, 1999, in the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Also Present: Board Members Allen*, Blair, Ross, and Chairman Harker Board Member Mighell. Assistant Planner Anders, Development Processing Coordinator Noland, Senior Redevelopment Analyst Powers, and Minute Clerk Hansen *(Board Member Allen arrived at 9:11 P.M.) BOARD BUSINESS 1. Swearing in of new Alternate Board Member- Mr. Ned Mont.qomery At this time, Deputy City Clerk Ballreich duly swore in the newly appointed Alternate Board Member Ned Montgomery. For informational purposes, Chairman Harker relayed a brief overview of the function of the Board, which serves as a recommending body. 2. Public Discussion No comments. 3. Approval of Minutes - September 13, 1999 It was noted the Board Member Allen arrived at 9:11 A.M. MOTION: Board Mernber Blair moved to approve the minutes, as wdtten. The motion was seconded by Board Member Ross and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Board Member Montgomery who abstained and Board Member Mighell who was absent. OTLRB Iminutes/101199 4. Old Business A. Enforcement of Old Town Si,qn Regulations Development Processing Coordinator Noland relayed that January would most likely be the timeframe for the onset of Code Enforcement taking action with respect to enforcing the Old Town Sign Regulations. Assistant Planner Anders noted staff's continued efforts to work with interested merchants pdor to the enforcement date in order to develop signage in compliance with the regulations at this time; for Board Member Blair, relayed that in the interim pedod, there would be a staff meeting scheduled for the Building Department (Code Enforcement), the Redevelopment Department, and the Planning Department in order to ensure that the enforcement efforts are coordinated. Board Member Ross recommended that staff contact merchants with dilapidated signage since the merchants may be willing to replace the signage due to the poor condition of the existing signage and in conjunction with the funding available (from the Redevelopment Department) for the costs associated with obtaining new signage. Development Processing Coordinator Noland advised that at the scheduled walking tour of Old Town on November 1, 1999 that the Board take note of signage that is in need of maintenance or replacement, and to, additionally, note signage that was desirable and consistent with the regulations. B. Walkin,q Tour (November 1, '1999) After Board discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to meet at the Stage Stop (6th Street parking lot) for the walking tour which was scheduled for November 1, 1999 at 9:00 A.M. 5. New Business A. Habitat for Humanity Dwellin.qs (6th Street) Project Planner Anders presented the site plan for the proposed development, highlighting the elevations, and the floor plan, noting the proposed two-car garage; provided a bdef overview of the timely process of development due to the utilization of volunteers; and relayed the Ordinance that would be effective October 28, 1999, which would allow additional flexibility with respect to the Development Code requirements on specified uses with regard to reduced setbacks, parking requirements, and FAR variables. For the Board, Development Processing Coordinator Noland specified the location of the proposed project. Senior Redevelopment Analyst Powers provided additional information regarding the previously mentioned Ordinance, noting that the development of the Ordinance was directed by State Law; and for Board Member Ross, clarified the requirements for qualifying for residence in the Low Income Housing Development. OTLRB/minutes/101199 B. Newspaper Stand Designs Project Planner Anders presented the proposed news racks for future placement in Old Town, inclusive of the typewritten-type font, and the dark-stained wood material; in repose to Board Member Allen's recommendation that provision of a font sample list be provided applicants, advised that the Board had not developed a sample listing of approved fonts; for Chairman Harker, relayed that she would investigate with respect to the permitted locations and the number of newsstands allowable in Old Town, and update the Board at a future point in time. Development Processing Coordinator Noland advised that he had viewed vadous pedod- apprepdate fonts at Knott's Berry Farm. Additional Board discussion ensued regarding the development of a sampling of fonts for provision to applicants. Board Member Blair recommended that the font sample list be entitled Recommended Fonts in lieu of Approved Fonts due to the font style not being limited to the sample list. Board Member Montgomery recommended obtaining font samples from signage graphic companies; and relayed that he would provide font samples for the Board's review at the next regular meeting on November 8, 1999. Board Member Blair suggested that the provided font samples be submitted to staff pdor to the meeting in order for the Board to review the font selection thoroughly before the subsequent meeting. Board Member Ross relayed his preference for a burned-type lettering; and recommended that the burned lettering be represented on the font sample list as an acceptable font, verses painted lettering. While not disapproving of the burned-type lettering, Board Member Allen relayed a reluctance to place the sample on the font list, restricting the lettering of all signage to implement a burned or branded-type appearance. Board Members Allen, Montgomery, and Ross relayed that they would be willing to aid in the development of a recommended font list. C. Training Sessions Project Planner Anders queried the Board for available dates for scheduling the Old Town Local Review Board (OTLRB) Training Session; and noted the schedule restrictions of alternate scheduled meetings that could pose a conflict for this particular workshop. The Board Members provided staff with the available dates of their schedules; and after lengthy discussion it was the consensus of the Board to schedule the Training Session for Tuesday November 9, 1999 at City Hall. Project Planner Anders relayed that she would investigate the provision of lunch by the City at the Workshop meeting; and advised that she would send the posted meeting notice to each Board Member to serve as a reminder of the scheduled date. OTLRB Iminutes~101199 6. Consultation No comments. 7. Board Discussion For informational puqooses, Development Processing Coordinator Noland presented the proposed Museum signage, noting the rockwood green coloring; and provided additional information regarding the TVM logo placement on the signage. 8. Staff Approvals No comments. ADJOURNMENT At 10:00 A.M. Chairman Harker formally adjourned this meeting to Monday~ November 1~ 1999, at 9:00 A. M., for a walking tour of Old Town. Chairman W~lliam Harker Assistant Planner Patricia Anders