2008/01/24 Planning Commission Resolution (2)Item No.: 4
File No.:PL2007-038SR
PC RESOLUTION NO. 2008-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROHNERT PARK, CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE PARK PLAZA SIGN
PROGRAM FOR THE BUILDINGS LOCATED BETWEEN 6314 AND 6420
COMMERCE BOULEVARD (APNS 143-051-028, 029, 032, 033, 067, 068 AND
069), FILE NO. PL 2007-038SR.
WHEREAS, on November 5, 2007, the applicant submitted an application for the review
of the Park Plaza Shopping Center Sign Program located between 6314 and 6420 Commerce
Boulevard (APNS 143-051-028, 029, 032, 033, 067, 068 AND 069);
WHEREAS, Planning Application No. PL2007-038SR was processed in the time and
manner prescribed by State and local law;
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2008, the Planning Commission held a public meeting at
which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition to the
proposal; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission of the City of
Rohnert Park does resolve, find, determine and order as follows:
Section 1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
Section 2. Findings. The Planning Commission, in approving the signage proposed in
application PL2007-038SR makes the following findings; to wit:
1. That the proposed locations of the signs are in accordance with the objectives of the
Zoning Ordinance and the purposes of the district in which the sign is located,-
Criteria
ocated,Criteria Satisfied. The proposed signage is within an acceptable range of square footage as
analyzed in this report;
2. That the proposed locations of the signs and the conditions under which the sign would be
operated and maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or
materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
Criteria Satisfied. The proposed locations of the monument sign, wall signs, and window signs
will continue to maintain the public's health, safety and welfare. The work will be completed
with the appropriate permits. All signs will be attractive and present an orderly appearance in
accordance with the regulations and standards of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The proposed signage is in substantial conformance with the provisions of the Zoning
Code.
Criteria Satisfied. The signage is appropriately sized, located, and designed. The proposed
locations of the signs are in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance and purpose of the "C-R"
zoning district in which the sign is located.
Planning Commission Staff Report
January 24, 2008
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Item No.: 4
File No.:PL2007-038SR
Section 3. Environmental Clearance. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA,
pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 15301 (Class 1 — Minor Alterations to Existing
Facilities).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby
approve the applicant's request for Environmental Sign Program for the building located at
6314 and 6420 Commerce Boulevard (APNS 143-051-028, 029, 032, 033, 067, 068 AND 069);
subject to the following conditions of approval:
1. Substantial Conformance - All improvements shall be in substantial conformance with
approved Park Plaza Sign Program plans that are date stamped received by the City of Rohnert
Park Nov 5, 2007 and shall supersede any previous sign program.
2. Conformance with Municipal Code and Other Agency P� — 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.
3. Permits — The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits and clearances from the Rohnert
Park Building and Community Development Departments prior sign installation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said action shall not be deemed final until the
appeal period has expired and that the appeal period shall be 10 calendar days from the date of said
action. No building permits shall be issued until the appeal period has expired, providing there are
no appeals.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED on this 24h day of January, 2008, by the City of
Rohnert Park Planning Commission by the followin vote:
AMY �AtiANOTU — CHAIRPERSON, PLANNING COMMISSION
Attest: ��
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AYES: NOES: 0 ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
ADAMS `/ AHANOTU 11-1ARMSTRONG ✓ CALLINAN KILAT
Planning Commission Staff Report
January 24, 2008
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