2001/11/13 City Council Resolution (8)RESOLUTION NO. 2001- 239
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
SIGN REVIEW OF A PROPOSED HIGHWAY - ORIENTED SIGN
TO BE LOCATED BETWEEN THE COMMERCE BOULEVARD AND
HIGHWAY 101 RIGHTS -OF -WAY NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF
COMMERCE BOULEVARD AND STATE FARM DRIVE
(City of Rohnert Park)
WHEREAS, the applicant, City of Rohnert Park, has submitted an application for Sign
Review approval of a proposed highway - oriented sign to be located between the Commerce
Boulevard and Highway 101 rights -of -way near the intersection of Commerce Boulevard and
State Farm Drive in accordance with the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code;
WHEREAS, on October 25, 2001, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposal and
allowed interested persons an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition to the
proposal; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission's motions regarding the proposal failed by 2 -2
votes, causing the proposal to be forwarded to the City Council without a recommendation; and
WHEREAS, on November 13, 2001, the City Council held a public hearing at which
time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition to the
proposal; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission and the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park
have reviewed and considered the information contained in the Initial Study, Negative
Declaration, and Sign Review applications for the proposal; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park makes the following findings:
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK DOES RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
Section 2. Findings. The City Council, in approving Planning Application No.
PL2001- 072SR: makes the following findings, to wit;
Site Plan and Architectural Review Approval
1. That the development's general appearance is compatible with existing development and
enhances the cityscape.
The proposed highway - oriented sign would feature a Mediterranean look that would
complement other developments in the general area.
2. That the development incorporates a variation from adjacent structures in height, bulk, and
area; arrangement on the parcel; openings or breaks in the facade facing the street; andlor
the line and pitch of the roof.
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The project would incorporate a header piece that is staggered to mimic the Spreckels
Performing Arts Center's roofline. The sign would be supported by two decorative columns
that would allow views through the supports.
3. That the development incorporates a variation in materials from directly adjacent structures.
The sign will utilize a texcoat finish that will complement area structures. It would feature
metal elements not found on other structures in the area.
4. That the development will be located and oriented in such a manner so as to provide
consistent relationships and avoid the chaos which results from indiscriminate location and
orientation.
The proposed sign would be sited between two rights -of -way and would not impact these
roadways. The proposed bike path for this location would be situated to the east of the
proposed sign and would not be impacted by the project.
Environmental
1. An Initial Study was prepared for the project, and on the basis of substantial evidence in the
whole record before the Council, there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a
significant effect on the environment therefore a Negative Declaration will be approved
which reflects the lead agency's independent judgement and analysis. The record of the
proceeding on which this decision is based shall be maintained by the Planning Director in
the City of Rohnert Park Planning Department.
2. The project would not result in an impact to endangered, threatened or rare species or their
habitats, including but not limited to plants, fish, insects, animals and birds. The project site
has been previously disturbed by rough grading. There are no native species or plants, no
unique, rare, threatened, or endangered species of plants, no sensitive native vegetation on or
adjacent to the site. Further, there is no indication that any wildlife species exist, or that the
site serves as a migration corridor. A DeMinimus impact finding can be made for this
proj ect.
Section 3. Environmental Clearance. An Initial Study was prepared for this project
and indicates that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment, and
accordingly a Negative Declaration, therefore, is hereby adopted.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council does hereby approve
Planning Application No. PL2001- 072SR: Sign Review, subject to the following conditions:
1. Conformance with Municipal Code and Other Agency Plans — All improvements shall
comply with all applicable sections of the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code and any
other applicable relevant plans of affected agencies.
2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits and clearances from the Rohnert Park
Building and Public Safety Departments prior to commencement of the operation at this
location, as well as from all agencies that have approval over restaurant facilities.
3. Site Plan and Building Elevations
a. All improvements shall be in substantial conformance with approved Site Plan and
Elevations for the project, except as modified herein.
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DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED on this 13th day of November , 2001, by
the City of Rohnert Park City Council by the following vote:
Attest:
FLORES: AYE REILLY: NO
SPIRO: AYE
VIDAK- MARTINEZ: AYE
MACKENZIE: AYE
AYES: (4)
NOES: (1)
ABSENT: (0) ABSTAIN:
(0)