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2015/08/13 Planning Commission MinutesROHNERT PARK PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES August 13, 2015 The Planning Commission of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in a regular session commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 130 Avram Avenue, with Chairperson Blanquie presiding. Call To Orderj Chairperson Blanquie called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. with Chairperson Blanquie leading the pledge. Roll Call Present: (3) Commissioners: Commissioner Blanquie, Commissioner Borba and, Commissioner Adams were present. Commissioner Giudice and Commissioner Haydon were excused. Planner III, Jeffrey Beiswenger, Technical Advisor, Norm Weisbrod and Recording Secretary, Suzie Azevedo were present. Declaration of None Abstention + Acknowledgement of Public Noticing Chairperson Blanquie acknowledged the posting of the Agenda of this meeting in three (3) public places, per the requirements of the Brown Act. Approval of Minutes The minutes of May 28, 2015 and June 11, 2015 will be reviewed at the next meeting. Unscheduled Public earances Site Plan and Architectural Review File No. PLSU2015-0002 Cullen Williamson/Mary's Pizza Shack None Technical Advisor, Norm Weisbrod, presented the staff report. The applicant, Mary's Pizza Shack, proposes the following modifications to the existing Mary's Pizza Shack restaurant: • An 835 square foot event room addition located at the northwest corner of the building. This addition will extend into an area that is primarily unused parking lot paving and a small section of lawn area. • A 305 square foot addition to the back bar area, bar cooler and bar addition and expansion. • A 368 square foot addition to the kitchen. • Relocation of the trash enclosure. Mr. Weisbrod overviewed details related to the exterior/interior modifications, parking, landscaping and operational aspects of the proposal, stating that the additions will require some minor modifications to the exterior of the building. Mr. Weisbrod provided a summary of the changes and recommended approval of the proposed additions, subject to the findings and conditions of approval including: Planning Commission Minutes August 13, 2015 Site Plan and Architectural Review File No. PLSR2014-0001 Tom JacksonNeale Investment Properties • A variety of shrubs and groundcover shall be planted along the west wall of the event room addition to replace the shrubs removed, details subject to staff approval. • Three inverted U bicycle racks shall be provided adjacent to the entrance of the building, details subject to approval of the Development Services Department. Merle Avila, 5850 Commerce Boulevard and project architect was recognized. They agree to all conditions set forth and will respond to any questions the Commission might have. All Commissioners expressed favorable comments regarding the Mary's Pizza Shack business and presence in the community as well as proposed site improvements. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Borba to adopt Resolution No. 2015-11 approving Site Plan and Architectural Review to allow modifications to Mary's Pizza Shack, subject to the findings and conditions of approval. The motion passed with a 3-0 vote. (AYES: Adams, Blanquie, Borba; NOES: 0; ABSENT: Giudice, Haydon) Norm Weisbrod presented the staff report. At its meeting of April 24, 2014, the Planning Commission approved plans for the remodeling of the shopping center. The owner of the shopping center is requesting modifications to reduce costs to the proposed renovations. He has been receiving estimates for the renovation that are cost prohibitive. Mr. Weisbrod reviewed the changes to include the following: • There will be no roof extension over the entrance to the market. However, new entrance doors will be installed. • The existing fascia band across the front of the building will remain and the corrugated metal roof will not be installed. • The section of wall covered with stone will remain. • The outdoor seating with the guard rail will remain but will be located adjacent to the front building wall under the existing roof overhang. • The colors will be basically the same except the dark band that was a concern of the Commission has been replaced with a much lighter color. • The new raised planters across the front of the building will be retained. • Signage will be provided on the existing fascia band. Mr. Weisbrod stated that even though the owner has reduced some of the architectural treatment proposed in the original application because of the high cost, the modified improvements will still be an improvement in the appearance of the center. Mr. Weisbrod recommended approval based on the findings and conditions of approval. Commissioner consensus questioned how the stepping back of improvements will upgrade the aesthetics/appearance of the center. All were excited with the original proposal and the outward aesthetics proposed were key to the improvements. 2 Planning Commission Minutes August 13. 2015 Site Plan and Architectural Review File No. PLSR2015-0004 Chris Scerri/Bellwether Properties Tom Jackson, Veale Investments was recognized. Upon evaluation of the original improvements approved, the owner determined the market cost for the improvements was out of scope and budget. Mr. Jackson stated it will still appear significantly better with the new lighting, the color scheme, windows, path of travel etc. and will drastically improve the appearance of the center. The alternative would be to leave as is. The Commission, staff and applicant reviewed the major changes of the alterations proposed. It was agreed that any improvement would be welcomed and update the appearance of the center. A motion was made by Commissioner Borba, seconded by Commissioner Adams to adopt Resolution No. 2015-12 approving Site Plan and Architectural Review to allow modifications to Southwest Plaza Shopping Center, subject to the findings and conditions of approval. The motion passed with a 3-0 vote. (AYES: Adams, Blanquie, Borba; NOES: 0; ABSENT: Giudice, Haydon) Norm Weisbrod presented the staff report. The original approval of the Project included color building elevations and a color materials board. The roofing material indicated on the approved plans and color board is concrete tile called "Flat Shake Profile". The concrete tile includes three color schemes to match the three color schemes of the building walls. The developer is requesting a change to composition shingle roof material. The composition roof material would come in three color schemes to match the three color schemes of the building. The applicant's basic reason for the change is: • Higher cost of the concrete roof material compared to the cost of composition shingles. • If solar panels are installed on the building roofs in the future it is much easier to install solar panels on composition roof material than on concrete tiles. Mr. Weisbrod evaluated the proposal and indicated that staff at this time is recommending the retention of the concrete tile material in keeping with "the developments general appearance and compatibility with existing development that enhances the surrounding neighborhood". The Fiori Estate apartments across the street from the Reserve and the new single family homes that will soon start construction in the Southeast and University District Specific Plan areas are all using a form of concrete tile for the roofing material. A lengthy discussion was held regarding industry standard performance on concrete tile versus composition shingle roofing material. Chris Scerri/ABS Construction was recognized. Mr. Scerri stated that the main reason for the change is cost and allowance for solar to be installed, typically easier to install on composition shingle roofs and provides a lot less risk for water penetration. Concrete tile is very fragile. At this time the community building would be installed with solar only and all other buildings would be built "solar ready" only. Further discussion was held between staff, commission and applicant. The Commission asked what the cost would be to make the change. Mr. Scerri indicated for the proiect about $150,000. The consensus of the Commission was 3 Planning Commission Minutes Auqust 13. 2015 1 A) Ch ' p Secret? that appearance is critical and that it remain consistent and uniform with other developments in the area and in Rohnert Park. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Borba adopting Resolution No. 2015-13, denying the request to change roofing material for the Reserve from concrete tiles to asphalt shingles amending the numbering in the Resolution under findings. The motion passed with a 3-0 vote. (AYES: Adams, Blanquie, Borba; NOES: 0; ABSENT: Giudice, Haydon) Items from the Planning Commission Matters from Planning None, Staff Adjournment There being no further business, Chairperson Blanquie adjourned the meeting at 6:50 pm. 1 A) Ch ' p Secret?