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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-01-27 - RESOLUTIONS - MUP CONST AUTO BLDG (2)RESOLUTION NO. 04-16 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DENYING THE APPEAL AND AFFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVE MASTER CASE 01-368, CONSISTING OF MINOR USE PERMIT 01-040, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO NEW AUTOMOTIVE BUILDINGS CONSISTING OF 10 SERVICE BAYS, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE EXISTING CAR WASH LOCATED AT 23720 LYONS AVENUE (APN: 2830-001-050) WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (hereafter "City") hereby makes the following findings of fact: A. An application for Master Case 01-368 (Minor Use Permit 01-040) was filed by Lyons Car Wash (the "applicant") with the City of Santa Clarita on December 4, 2001. The property for which this application was filed is located at 23720 Lyons Avenue. The General Plan and zoning designation for the property is CC (Community Commercial). The application was deemed complete on March 10, 2003. B. The request is for the construction of a two automotive buildings consisting of 10 service bays, in conjunction with the existing full service car wash. C. The surrounding land uses include parkland to the north (across Lyons Avenue), commercial uses to the east, common area for a residential tract to the south and single- family residences to the west. D. An initial study was prepared for this project and determined that no significant impacts will result from the proposal. The document was circulated in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). E. A public hearing was duly noticed for the Planning Commission meeting of June 17, 2003. The public hearing was held at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, CA. During this meeting, staff recommended the item be continued to August 5, 2003, to give the applicant and the residents an opportunity to meet and resolve outstanding issues. F. The public hearing was continued to August 5, 2003 at which staff recommended the Commission continue the public hearing to the September 2, 2003 meeting. G. The public hearing was continued to September 2, 2003. The hearing was held at ._ . 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, CA. During the meeting, the Commission received the staff report and public testimony on the project. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution P03-15 adopting the Negative Declaration and approving Master Case 01-368. Resolution No. 04-16 Page 2 H. An appeal was submitted a letter on September 15, 2003, requesting an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision. I. A public hearing was duly noticed for the City Council meeting of October 28, 2003, which was held at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, CA. During this meeting, the City Council continued on October 28, 2003 to the November 4, 2003 hearing. 7. The application was heard by the City Council on November 4, 2003 for the construction of two new automotive buildings consisting of 10 service bays, in conjunction with the existing car wash. During this meeting, the City Council received the staff report and public testimony on the project and directed staff to work with the applicant regarding architectural treatment and landscaping, and bring back a report with renderings for discussion at the December 9, 2003 Council meeting. K. On December 9, 2003, the applicant requested a continuance to January 27, 2004. L. The project was heard and approved by the City Council on January 27, 2004. WHEREAS, the City Council, has considered the proposed Negative Declaration and, based upon the findings set forth below, hereby finds that Negative Declaration for this project has been prepared in compliance with CEQA: A. An Initial Study and a Negative Declaration for this project have been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). B. The Initial Study has been circulated for review and comment by affected governmental agencies and the public, and all comments received, if any, have been considered. The document was posted and advertised on May 27, 2003, in accordance with CEQA. The public review period was open from May 27, 2003, through June 17, 2003. C. There is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the environment. The Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment of the City of Santa Clarita. D. The location of the documents and other material which constitutes the record of proceedings upon which the decision of the City Council is the Master Case 01-368 project file within the Planning and Building Services Department and is in the custody of the Director of Planning and Building Services. WHEREAS, in making its determination regarding the minor use permit application, the City Council has considered certain principles and standards, and finds and determines as follows: A. That the proposed location, size, design, and characteristics of the proposed automotive building will be developed in accordance with the purpose of the Unified Development Resolution No. 04-16 Page 3 Code. The proposed buildings will be a maximum of 18 feet, ten inches in height and will be used as an automotive facility that will provide minor repair and maintenance services for passenger vehicles. All activities and equipment associated with automotive repair and maintenance will be conducted and maintained within an enclosed building. Hazardous waste will be properly stored and maintained in compliance with appropriate codes and regulations. The building will be setback 25 feet from the south and west property lines. A common open space area that consists of a landscaped hillside will provide an adequate buffer between the proposed use and the existing single-family residences to the south. All the service bays will be oriented toward the south property line. No service bay openings or doors will face the existing single-family residences to the west. An eight foot high wall will be constructed along the south and west property line to provide a separation between the uses. In addition, 10% of the project site will be landscaped, some of which will be added along the building and property lines to reduce any visual impact to the adjacent residences. Furthermore, the project is supported by the General Plan, more specifically, Goal 1 of the Economic Development and Community Revitalization Element, which states "achieve a balanced mix of manufacturing, commercial, retail, cultural, entertainment, and service uses that result in a diversified, stable, and environmentally sound local economic base." The proposed use enables the existing car wash facility to expand the business and provide minor automotive services to the community. B. That the location, size, design, and characteristics of the automotive building does comply with the performance standards of the existing Community Commercial zoning designation, and will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses or natural resources, with consideration given to: 1. The project is in harmony in scale, bulk, coverage, and density of the site because the project complies with the floor area ratio, will not exceed the maximum building height and is consistent with required setbacks; and 2. The availability of public facilities, services, and utilities for other uses will not be affected because all the necessary infrastructure for services is available and the project would not demand any additional facilities and services; and 3. The project will not have harmful effect on desirable neighborhood character because the project is consistent with the existing uses on site, is designed with enhanced architecture and will have landscaping to soften the appearance of the new structures. Furthermore, the service bays are oriented away from the residences and exterior lighting is prohibited on the north and west elevations; and 4. The project will not generate additional traffic and the capacity and physical character of surrounding streets will not be impacted because the shopping center was developed with adequate on-site circulation which is accessed from a major arterial; and Resolution No. 04-16 Page 4 5. The project is suitable at the site for the type and intensity of use and development which is proposed because the use will operate in conjunction with an existing car wash and is compatible with the variety of uses within the shopping center; and 6. The project will not have a harmful effect upon environmental quality and natural resources because the project is located in the rear portion of an existing commercial center, has been previously graded and will not impact any natural or sensitive communities. C. That the proposed location of the automotive facility will not conflict with the surrounding residential uses. A permanent open space area provides a buffer between the automotive facility and the residences to the south. The residences to the west will be shielded by an eight foot high masonry block wall, landscaping, the orientation of the service bays and the lighting. In addition, the hours of operation have been limited along with the hours permitted for the use of pneumatic tools. D. That the proposed automotive service buildings substantially comply with the applicable provisions of Unified Development Code, as conditioned. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, as follows: SECTION 1. The City Council hereby adopts the Negative Declaration and approves Master Case 01-368, a Minor Use Permit for the construction of two new automotive buildings consisting of 10 service bays, in conjunction with the existing car wash, subject to the attached conditions of approval (Exhibit A). SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27`h day of January, 2004. ATTEST: CITY CLERK. Resolution No. 04-16 Page 5 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ) I, Sharon L. Dawson, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly ad ted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27 day of January, 2004, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: 03-3:01 COUNCILMEMBERS COUNCILMEMBERS: Weste, Ferry, Smyth, Kellar McLean COUNCILMEMBERS: None CITY CLERK EXHIBIT "A" MASTER CASE O1-368 MINOR USE PERMIT 01-040 FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL GC 1. The project shall be developed in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, materials board, and elevations. Any changes shall be subject to the review and approval of the Director of Planning & Building Services. This approval is valid for two years. Requests for time extensions shall be submitted, in writing, a minimum of 60 days prior to the expiration of this permit, and are subject to the approval of the Director of Planning & Building Services. GC3. This approval shall not supersede the approval of any other affected agency requirements. The applicant shall comply with all applicable regulations and fees of affected agencies at the building permit stage. GC4. The applicant and property owner shall comply with all inspection requirements as deemed necessary by the City of Santa Clarita. GCS. The applicant, at the time of issuance of permits or other grants of approval agrees to develop the property in accordance with City codes and other appropriate ordinances such as the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Grading Code, Highway Permit Ordinance, Mechanical Code, Unified Development Code, Sanitary Sewer and Industrial Waste Ordinance, Electrical Ordinance and Fire Code. GC6. The applicant must sign and notarize the attached affidavit to confirm acceptance of the conditions of this grant. The notarized affidavit must then be returned to the Planning and Building Services Division before approval is granted. GC7. Unless otherwise apparent from the context, the term "applicant" shall include the applicant and any other persons, corporation, or other entity making use of this grant. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Santa Clarita, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this project, including any related environmental approvals. In the event the City becomes aware of any such claim, action, or proceeding, the City shall promptly notify the applicant, or if the city fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not thereafter be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City. Nothing contained in this Condition prohibits the City from participating in the defense of any claim, action, or proceeding, if both the following occur: 1) the City bears its own attorney's fees and costs; and 2) the City defends the action in good faith. The applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless the settlement is approved by the applicant." GCB. It is hereby declared and made a condition of this permit that if any condition hereof is Exhibit A Master Case 01-368 Page 2 of 8 violated, or if any law, statue, or ordinance is violated, the City may commence proceedings to revoke this approval. Planning Division PLI. The project shall be developed in substantial conformance with the approved site plan, elevations and materials board. Any changes shall be subject to the review and approval of the Director of Planning and Building Services. PL2. The applicant is permitted to construct and operate an automotive facility consisting of 10 service bays in conjunction with the existing carwash. The hours of operation are limited to 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. The automotive facility shall be closed on Sundays and federal holidays. No pneumatic tools shall be operated prior to 10:00 a.m. Prior to issuance of grading or building permits for the new construction, the existing building on-site shall be demolished after obtaining appropriate demolition permits. PL3. The applicant is permitted to provide minor repair services to passenger vehicles and light pick-up trucks. The applicant is not permitted to engage in any activities related to automotive painting, body repair or major automotive repair, including transmission work. PL4. All activities, goods and equipment shall be conducted and stored within an enclosed building. All vehicles stored for repair shall be parked within an enclosed building. PL5. All hazardous waste shall be stored within an enclosed building or underground tank and shall comply with all applicable regulations. PL6. No service bays or doors are permitted on the west elevation. All service bays and doors shall be oriented toward the south property line and the interior portion of the site. PL7. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the existing pylon sign on site shall be removed. No signage is to be reviewed or approved at this time. The applicant shall obtain Planning Division approval for any signage proposed for the project prior to its placement on the buildings/property. PL8. Prior to the issuance of building permit, provide final landscape and irrigation plans for review and approval of the Director of Planning and Building Services Department. All parking spaces required to have one -24" box tree (minimum) per four stalls. All trash enclosures and mechanical devices or vault boxes shall be screened with mature landscape (15 gallon shrubs), vines, etc. All frontage landscapes to be planted with mixture of 24" and 36" box trees. A headlight hedge (36" tall) may be required in some locations. All landscaping shall be installed and permanently maintained in a healthy condition. Any landscaping that is not in a healthy condition shall be replaced in a timely manner. Exhibit A Master Case 01-368 Page 3 of 8 PL9. Prior to occupancy, ten percent of the project site shall be landscaped, with five percent in the parking areas. In addition, one (1) tree shall be provided for every four new parking spaces. PL10. Prior to occupancy, a landscape planter shall be constructed along the west elevation and a minimum of 24 -inch box trees shall be installed within the landscape planter to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Building Services. In addition, landscaping shall be installed along the west property line, consisting of shrubs and vines and along the north property line adjacent to the existing Caston's building to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Building Services and the Los Angeles County Fire Department. PL11. Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall construct a eight -foot -high solid masonry wall along the west property line between the project site and the residences subject to the review and approval by the Director of Planning and Building Services. In addition, all buildings shall maintain a 25 foot setback from the west and south property lines. PL12. Prior to issuance of any building permits, the applicant shall provide final building elevations, colors and materials for review and approval by the Director of Planning and Building Services. The building colors shall consist of the color palette approved by the City Council on January 27, 2004 with a modified roof tile color consisting of muted earthtone colors. PL13. Prior to occupancy, the existing buildings shall be modified to match the colors and materials of the new automotive service buildings. PL14. No exterior lighting shall be permitted on the west or north elevations of the building. Lighting on other elevations shall be hooded and directed so as not to shine directly upon adjoining property or public rights-of-way. Highly reflective surfaces conducive to glare are not permitted. PL15. Construction hours will be limited to the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays, unless traffic volumes or public safety issues warrant otherwise (as determined by City, County or State officials). No construction on Sundays and federal holidays will occur. PL16. The project shall comply with all applicable City of Santa Clarita noise regulations during the construction period. Where noise impacts from construction activities prove to unduly interfere with operations of businesses, the applicant will erect temporary noise barriers where they do not restrict access to residences or businesses and where they do not affect visibility of businesses. PL17. The project shall comply with the Noise Ordinance during all operations. Exhibit A Master Case 01-368 Page 4 of 8 PL18. All roof equipment, backflow devices, utilities and trash receptacles shall be adequately screened from view. PL19. Prior to the issuance of building permits, all the concrete and other recyclable debris shall be recycled. PL20. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall coordinate with Southern California Edison for the removal and undergrounding of the two utility poles on the project site. Building and Safetv BS1. The project shall comply with the detailed requirements of the 2001 California Building, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Codes, the 2001 California energy code with AB970 Amendments to Title 24, and the 2002 City of Santa Clarita amendments to the California codes. A copy of the City amendments is available at the Building and Safety public counter and on our website at www.santa-clarita.com. BS2. A complete soils and geology report will be required for the project. Three sets of the report shall be formally submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval. One copy of the report shall be submitted to Building and Safety for review at the time of plan submittal for building permits. BS3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit rough grading and/or recompaction (if proposed) must be completed, a final compaction report and a Rough Grading Certification shall be submitted to and approved by the Engineering Division. A copy of the final compaction report shall be reviewed by Building and Safety. BS4. The project shall fully comply with the disabled access requirements as specified in Chapter 11B of the California Building Code. BSS. Prior to issuance of building permits, written clearances from the William S. Hart School District and appropriate elementary school district, the Castaic Lake Water Agency, Los Angeles County Sanitation District, the Los Angeles County Environmental Services (Health Dept.), and the Los Angeles County Environmental Programs (Industrial Waste). An agency referral list is available at the Building and Safety public counter. BS6. At the time of application for a building permit, please submit two complete sets of the following construction documents for plan review: architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing plans, structural and energy calculations, soil report, truss drawings and calculations, etc., and a single copy of the current tax assessor's map. BST Specific comments regarding the plans submitted Exhibit A Master Case 01-368 Page 5 of 8 a. Show all lot lines, easements, required sideyards, restricted use areas, flood hazard areas and etc on the site plan; b. Clarify the handicap path of travel. The striped area to the east of the building starts at a planter conducts people parallel to traffic in a drive aisle and ends at a building. This doesn't appear to be a path of travel; c. Show the path of travel to the public way; and d. Provide an area justification for the building addressing the ratio of occupancies per chapter 5 of the CBC. PARKS AND RECREATION PRI. The applicant shall provide a passive, outdoor employee recreation area that may include picnic tables, shade trees, bike racks, benches and trash containers. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ES 1. This project is a development planning priority project under the City's NPDES Municipal Stormwater Permit as an automotive repair shop. An Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (USMP) that incorporates appropriate post construction best management practices (BMPs) into the design of the project, must be prepared and approved prior to receipt of planning approval pursuant to the City and County NPDES permit requirements. Please refer to the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) attached. Contact the Environmental Services Division at (661) 286-4066 with any questions. ES2. The project is subject to the following minimum construction requirements: • Sediments from areas disturbed by construction shall be retained on site, using structural drainage controls to the maximum extent practicable, and stockpiles of soil shall be properly contained to minimize sediment transport from the site to streets, drainage facilities or adjacent properties via runoff, vehicle tracking, or wind. • Construction -related materials, wastes, spills or residues shall be retained on site to minimize transport from the site to streets, drainage facilities or adjoining properties by wind or runoff. • Runoff from equipment and vehicle washing shall be contained at construction sites unless treated to remove sediments and pollutants. ES3. Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall provide sufficient trash enclosures to house 2 - three yard bins. Half of the bins should be reserved for recyclable materials only. All trash enclosures should be consistent with the surrounding architecture, be located to provide convenient pedestrian and collection vehicle access, be consistent with current City specifications and have a solid roof. Exhibit A Master Case 01.368 Page 6 of 8 ENGINEERING ENI. The applicant at the time of issuance of permits or other grants of approval agrees to develop the property in accordance with City codes and other appropriate ordinances such as the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Grading Code, Highway Permit Ordinance, Mechanical Code, Unified Development Code, Undergrounding of Utilities Ordinance, Sanitary Sewer and Industrial Waste Ordinance, Electrical Code, and Fire Code. EN2. Prior to issuance of building permit, the applicant shall execute a Lot Line Adjustment to relocate lot lines that are currently crossing existing buildings and canopy to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. ROAD IMPROVEMENTS EN3. Prior to building occupancy, the applicant shall repair any broken or damaged curb, gutter, and sidewalk, and refurbish the half section of pavement on streets abutting the project site. EN4. Prior to building occupancy, the applicant shall replace the existing driveway approaches on Lyons Avenue with the current City standard APWA 110-1, type C or equivalent. SEWER REQUIRMENTS ENS. Prior to issuance of building permit, the applicant shall dedicate the easement, and sewer plans shall be approved by the City Engineer and bonded. EN6. Prior to building occupancy, the applicant shall install main line sewers with a separate house lateral to serve each lot. ENT Prior to issuance of building permit, the applicant shall send a print of the proposed project to the County Sanitation District with the request for annexation in writing. GRADING, DRAINAGE & GEOLOGY EN8. Prior to grading plan approval, the applicant shall submit a grading plan consistent with the approval for the entire site, which must be approved by the City. EN9. The applicant's grading plan shall be based on a detailed engineering geotechnical report, which must be specifically approved by the geologist and/or soils engineer and show all recommendations submitted by them. It must also agree with the site plan and conditions as approved by the Advisory Agency. Exhibit A Master Case 01-368 Page 7 of 8 EN10. Prior to grading plan approval, the applicant shall submit drainage plans and necessary support documents to comply with Engineering requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Exhibit A Master Case 01-368 Page 8 of 8 _ FEES AND MISCELLANEOUS ENI 1. Prior to issuance of building permit, the applicant shall pay the applicable Bridge and Thoroughfare Benefit District Fee to implement the highway element of the General Plan as a means of mitigating the traffic impact of this project. The applicant may construct off-site District improvements of equivalent value in lieu of paying fees established for the District subject to approval of the City Engineer. The B&T fee shall be paid at the time stated above and may be reimbursed upon completion and acceptance of such off-site improvements, subject to District guidelines. Factors for development units are as follows: Development Units Factors Commercial Per Gross 5.0 Acreage The project is in the: [X] Via Princessa Bridge and Thoroughfare District The current District rate is $15,500. Commercial developments will be based on gross acreage with a factor of five (5). EN12. Prior to issuance of building permit, the area included within the project shall be annexed to an existing streetlight maintenance district, or form a new district to finance the cost of annual maintenance of the streetlights. Standard Roadway Design Criteria EN13. Commercial driveways shall be constructed using the APWA Standard Intersection Design No. 110-1 Type C for commercial driveway or equivalent. Applicant shall obtain approval from the City Engineer for the location of all driveways. JJL: VPB: WD s:/pbs/cun=t/!2003/01.368/City Council FINAL conditions modified Jan 27 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ) CERTIFICATION OF CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION I, Sharon L. Dawson, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the original Resolution No. 04-16, adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California on January 27, 2004, which is now on file in my office. Witness my hand and seal of the City of Santa Clarita, California, this _ day of 20_. Sharon L. Dawson, CMC City Clerk By Susan Coffman Deputy City Clerk