2020/06/25 Planning Commission Resolution (4)
PLANNING COMMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2020-017
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL
REVIEW FOR THE GREEN ACRE NURSERY AND SUPPLY ADDITION AND
REMODEL LOCATED AT 4601 REDWOOD DRIVE
(APN 045-055-023)
WHEREAS, the applicant, Mike Deutsch, filed Planning Application No. PLSR20-0003
for Site Plan and Architectural Review for an exterior remodel and addition of an outdoor
display area to an existing commercial building, in accordance with the City of Rohnert Park
Municipal Code;
WHEREAS, Planning Applications No. PLSR20-0003 was processed in the time and
manner prescribed by State and local law;
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2020, the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Application
No. PLSR20-00035 at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in
support of or opposition to the project; and,
WHEREAS, at the June 25, 2020, Planning Commission meeting, upon considering all
testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, the Commission considered
all the facts relating to Planning Application No. PLSR20-0003.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION 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. Factors Considered. The Planning Commission, in approving Planning
Application No. PLSR20-0003, makes the following factors, to wit:
A. That the developments general appearance is compatible with existing development and
enhances the surrounding neighborhood.
Criteria Satisfied. The applicant has proposed architecture consistent with the City
adopted Design Guidelines which identifies a modern architectural style as one that
consists of a variety of materials and textures that would be used to achieve visual
interest. Exterior wall cladding materials may include metal siding, fiber cement siding,
stone or terra-cotta cladding, wood siding, stucco or concrete. The use of natural
materials is also encouraged; materials should accentuate natural colors and textures.
The proposed project architecture boasts two different façade treatments, new metal wall
panels over the existing entry and new cedar siding and trim throughout.
B. That the development incorporates a variation from adjacent on-site and off-site
structures in height, bulk, and area; arrangement on the parcel; openings or breaks in
the façade facing the street; and/or the line and pitch of the roof.
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Criteria Satisfied. The project proposes to remodel the exterior façade with new signage
and façade architectural elements as well as an addition of an outdoor display area. The
new unenclosed shade structure for the outdoor display area as proposed is proportioned
to the existing building and provides a consistent storefront bay repetition. The project as
proposed provides continuity in design and materials on all elevations.
C. That the development will be located and oriented in such a manner so as to provide
pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular connections with adjacent properties, as appropriate,
and avoids indiscriminate location and orientation.
Criteria Satisfied. The project proposes to remodel the exterior façade with new signage
and façade architectural elements. The exterior modifications to the existing commercial
building would not alter the pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular connections with adjacent
properties.
Section 3. Environmental Clearance. The project has been analyzed for compliance with
the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and found to be
categorically exempt as a Class 1 Exemption under Section 15301: Existing Facility and Class 32
“Infill” Categorical Exemption (CEQA Guideline Section 15332). No further action is required
pertaining to environmental review.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby
approve Planning Application No. PLSR20-0003 subject to the Site Plan and Architectural Review
submittal attached as Exhibit A and Conditions of Approval in the attached Exhibit B.
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 ten (10) working days from the date of said
action. No building permits shall be issued until the appeal period has expired, providing there are
no appeals.
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EXHIBIT B
ADOPTED PER PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2020-017
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
GREEN ACRE NURSERY AND SUPPLY ADDITION AND REMODEL LOCATED AT
4601 REDWOOD DRIVE
General Conditions
1. The facility shall comply with any and all applicable provisions of the Rohnert Park
Municipal Code (RPMC) and any state or federal agency. The violation of any condition
listed herein shall constitute a nuisance and a violation of the Rohnert Park Municipal
Code. In conformity with Chapter 1.16 of the RPMC, a violation of the RPMC may be an
infraction or a misdemeanor and shall be punishable as provided by law. In addition to
criminal penalties, the City may seek injunctive relief. The Applicant agrees to pay for all
attorney’s fees and costs, including, but not limited to, staff time incurred by the City in
obtaining injunctive relief against the Applicant as a result of a failure of the Applicant to
fully perform and adhere to all of the Conditions of Approval.
2. The Applicant agrees to defend, indemnify, hold harmless and release the City of Rohnert
Park, its agents, officers, attorneys and employees from any claim, action or proceedings
brought against any of the above, the purpose of which is to attack, set aside, void, or annul
the approval of this application or certification of the environmental document which
accompanies it. This indemnification obligation shall include but not be limited to,
damages, costs, expenses, attorneys’, or expert witness fees that may be asserted by any
person or entity, including the Applicant, whether or not there is concurrent passive or
active negligence on the part of the City, its agents, officers, attorneys or employees.
3. The Site Plan and Architectural Review approval shall expire one year from the Planning
Commission approval date, unless prior to the expiration a building permit is issued and
construction is commenced and diligently pursued toward completion and the use is
initiated, or an extension is requested and approved.
Planning Conditions
4. A sign review permit will be required prior to the issuance of a building permit for the sign
installation.
5. The use of the city parcel by the applicant shall not commence until all terms have been
agreed upon and executed through a lease agreement approved in form and content by the
City of Rohnert Park.
6. Staff will work with the applicant to ensure landscaping is constructed in accordance with
the State’s Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (MWELO), or in accordance
with water conservation standards which meet or exceed the requirements of the MWELO.
The Applicant shall submit a landscaping and irrigation plan that identifies landscape
material types and locations, irrigation, water usage calculations, and other information as
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required. The plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division and reviewed and approved
by the Development Services Department prior to construction. All costs for review of the
requirements of the MWELO shall be borne by the Applicant. All landscaping and
irrigation subject to the MWELO shall be substantially complete prior to final inspection.
Public Safety Conditions
7. Fire sprinklers will be required per NFPA 13 and local ordinance. A fire hydrant flow test
should be performed to establish the existing water availability.
8. A fire alarm system is required per NFPA 72 and local ordinance. Communications path
for monitoring should be either IP or radio.
9. Separate Fire Department permits will be required for fire sprinklers, alarm and gate
system.
10. Provide a key box for emergency responders’ use at the rear gate. A box may be purchased
from the Fire Prevention Bureau by calling (707) 584-2641.
11. Address shall be illuminated and visible from the street per local ordinance.
12. Fire lanes shall be identified by red curbs per Information Bulletin 003-2019.
13. Due to the exposure from a running wildfire, non-combustible fencing is advised.
14. Additional conditions may be applied as the project develops.
Engineering Conditions
15. On the Dowdell Avenue frontage, clarify how the loading dock driveway will be separated
from the public at the southerly end of the outdoor display area to the north of the loading
dock.
15. Clarify the proposed surface treatment for the truck turnaround area to the west of the
existing loading dock (the existing surface appears to be dirt).
16. Provide a civil plan package for site improvements. This should include a grading/ drainage
plan for the outdoor display area (area where existing pavement is being removed).
17. Provide a detailed map of the existing water system, including the onsite looped fire
system. Provide detector checks/ backflow preventers to isolate the onsite system from the
City system, OR provide an easement for the portions of the system to be publicly
maintained.
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18. Design the trash enclosure floor to drain to the sanitary sewer. If this is not practical, design
the floor to drain to non-contact landscaping, OR provide a trash capture screen at the drain
inlet immediately downstream of the enclosure.