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HomeMy WebLinkAbout040901 OTLRB MinutesCALL TO ORDER MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE OLD TOWN TEMECULA LOCAL REVIEW BOARD APRIL 9, 2001 The Old Town Temecula Local Review Board convened in a regular meeting at 9:00 A.M., on Monday, April 9, 2001, in the Community Development Conference Room of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ROLL CALL Present: Absent. Also Present: Board Members: Blair, Montgomery, *Ross, and Chairman Harker. Board Member Allen. Development Processing Coordinator Noland, Associate Planner Anders, Redevelopment Management Analyst Hillberg, and Deputy Director of Support Services Ballreich Minute Clerk Dettmers *(It was noted that Board Member Ross arrived at 9:03 A.M. and departed at 9:45) PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. BOARD BUSINESS 1 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the Minutes of March 12, 2001. MOTION: Board Member Blair moved to approve the minutes, as written. The motion was seconded by Board Member Montgomery and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Board Member Allen who was absent and Board Member Ross who had not arrived yet. 2 New Paint for The Chaparral Building (28465 Old Town Front Street) (Applicant's Representatives: Matthew Faqan, Steve Tiritilli) RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Old Town Temecula Local Review Board review, provide comments, and take action with respect to the sign plan. R:lOIdTownlLRBIMinutesl040901 1 Associate Planner Anders informed the Board Members that the applicant was unable to get the stain applied, noting that it would be applied by April 12, 2001; advised that for the benefit of the Board Members, the applicant will apprise staff as to where the stain will be applied; and stated that because of the time constraints, the applicant is requesting that the Board Members approve the stain prior to the actual viewing of the building. Noting that the Board Members would be informed once the stain has been applied, Ms. Anders advised that this request would be viewed as a staff level approval, but because of the size of the building, the matter has been forwarded to the Board for input and approval. Expressing his opinion, Development Processing Coordinator Noland stated that the Board Members should review the stain application prior to the approval and commented on the Board Members' consensus to retain the current brown color. Not necessarily supporting the proposed stain application, Board Member Blair emphasized his desire to prevent further deterioration of the wood versus changing the actual color. MOTION: Chairman Harker moved to continue this matter. The motion was seconded by Board Member Montgomery and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Board Member Allen who was absent. 3 New Paint for The Stampede (28465 Old Town Front Street) (Applicant RoRer Epperson) RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 That the Old Town Temecula Local Review Board receive and file this report. Mr. Roger Epperson, the applicant, displayed the color samples that would be used on the Stampede Building, which are as follows: peach-yellow, liquid sash-green, and classical white; and for Board review and approval, relayed that six different samples had been applied to the side of the Stampede Building. He requested that the proposal be approved with the contingency that the applicant be given the discretion, with Board approval, to tone down the peach-yellow color if it were to appear to vibrant, noting that colors do not always appear the same color once applied and in natural light; and relayed that the Stampede Building is a large, broad, expansive building in Old Town. Board Member Montgomery, echoed by Chairman Harker, apprised the applicant that the approved color palette was to be used as a guideline, stating that as long as the peach-yellow color was within the parameters of the approved color palette, toning down the peach-yellow color would be acceptable. For Chairman Harker, Mr. Epperson noted that the Stampede Building was not made of wood siding or stucco, but of concrete with a brick stamp application to the concrete. Associate Planner Anders relayed concern regarding the elevation of the Front Street side of the building, noting that this is the most prominent1 visual elevation on Front Street and advised that she would like to see the color samples applied to this side of the building in an effort to achieve an accurate image of how the actual color would appear on the building. For Chairman Harker, Mr. Epperson relayed that the Stampede Building logo would remain as is, noting that he would approach the applicant to have the sign brought into compliance with R:lOIdTownlLRB/Minutesl040901 2 the color scheme; Mr. Epperson advised that a plan had been submitted to the Director of Housing and Redevelopment Meyer for additional parking spaces on the south end of the building, noting that negotiations are in the process with regard to that matter. For Board Member Montgomery, Mr. Fpperson noted that the side of the columns would be accentuated by using the classical white and that the outside of the columns would be detailed with the liquid-sash-green; further relayed that with .regard to this issue, the applicant would wish to work with the City and Committee; and required that once the sample color has been applied to the building for viewing, prompt action be given to the matter. Board Member Blair advised that a one-day notification would be sufficient to view the building after which the Board would reports it recommendation to staff. Chairman Harker suggested continuing this matter pending review of the painted portion of the Stampede Building. MOTION: Board Member Montgomery moved to approve the conceptual color scheme pending final review of the Stampede Building. The motion was seconded by Board Member Blair and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the exception of Board Member Allen who was absent. 4 New Signs for Psychic Reader (41964 Main Street - Tall Tree Mall) (Applicant: Michelle Marks) 4.1 That the Old Town Temecula Local Review Board review, provide comments and take action with respect to this improvement plan. Development Processing Coordinator Noland presented the proposed signage for the Psychic Reader, noting that five signs are being proposed (a projecting sign which would have indirect illumination, a monument sign, a gold leaf window sign, a hanging sign, and a suite identification sign) and stating that there is, as well, a panel sign in the Tall Tree Mall monument sign; and advised that the applicant wished to utilize all five of the signs. Board Member Montgomery noted, echoed by his fellow Board Members, that it would be redundant to utilize all five signs. Although concern emerged with regard to the computer color display, Board Member Ross clarified that the colors did accurately reflect the approved color palette for Old Town. Development Processing Coordinator Noland relayed that City funding for these signs would be approximately $5,000. Further discussion ensued with respect to the use of the various signs. Although Chairman Harker noted that he favored the larger sign; it was the consensus of the Board that the larger sign be deleted. Associate Planner Anders recommended keeping the projecting sign, the monument sign, and the gold leaf on the front window. Board Member Montgomery and Board Member Ross R:lOIdTownlLRBIMinutesl040901 3 echoed agreement, noting that if the larger sign were eliminated, the gold leaf sign could be displayed on a larger scale using super graphics centered in the middle. Development Processing Coordinator Noland relayed that illumination of the signs were proposed. In response to which Board Member Montgomery suggested reducing the lighting to the hanging sign. Development Processing Coordinator Noland reiterated that the consensus of the Board would be to retain the illumination on the hanging sign; that the projecting sign be without illumination; that the large wall sign be eliminated; and that the use of gold leaf in the front window be increased per the Specific Plan of 20 percent, noting that the font size and sign colors are satisfactory. MOTION: Board Member Montgomery moved to recommend the approval of the signs with the following conditions: that the large wall sign be eliminated; that illumination of the hanging sign be permitted; that the projecting sign would not be illuminated; and that the use of gold leaf in the front window and on the doors be increased per the Specific Plan of 20 percent. Board Member Blair seconded the motion and voice vote was unanimous with the exception of Board Members Allen and Ross who were absent. MEMBER'S REPORTS In an effort to speed up the recommendation process, Board Member Montgomery relayed that the Board would be able to conduct on-site visit/approvals after which a recommendation could be forwarded to the Planning Department. Associate Planner Anders clarified that if there were an on-site approval for a particular item, the request could be approved with the contingency that the item be forwarded to the next meeting for a formal Board approval. STAFF'S REPORT Associate Planner Anders commended Mr. Montgomery on his sign for Rhythm and Brews, noting that the sign should be used as an example for future applicants. Development Processing Coordinator Noland further noted that there are a variety of good examples of signs, which could be used as examples for future applicants. Associate Planner Anders apprised the Board that the Victorian Rose is addressing the roof issue, noting that the roof is similar to the McDonald's roof. Development Processing Coordinator clarified that this roof issue is a Staff Level 1 approval, as is the painting issue. Ms. Anders noted that there will be violation order on the painting of the building; and relayed that the applicant painted the building without any approval, noting that the color appears to be appropriate, but the applicant is required to fill out the necessary applications. For informational purposes, Associate Planner Anders reviewed the Building and Safety Department's Stop Work Order protocol. R:lOIdTownlLRBIMinutesl040901 4 ADJOURNMENT At 10:04 A.M. Chairman Harker formally adjourned this meeting to Monday, May 14, 200t at 9:00 A.M. in the Community Development Conference Room, City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, CA 92590 Chairman William Harker Associate Planner Patricia Anders R:lOIdTownlLRBIMinutesl04090~, 5