2022/05/12 Planning Commission Agenda Packet
City of Rohnert Park
Planning Commission
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A MEETING
will be held on Thursday, May 12, 2022 6:00 P.M.
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBER
130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, California
To any member of the audience desiring to address the Planning Commission:
For public comment on items listed or not listed on the agenda, or on agenda items if unable to
speak at the scheduled time, you may do so upon recognition from the Chairperson.
Please fill out a speaker card prior to speaking.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
(Austin-Dillon_____ Blanquie____ Lam____ Orloff____ Striplen____)
4. PUBLIC COMMENT – Persons who wish to speak to the Commission regarding an
item that is not on the agenda may do so at this time. Please see above for details on how
to submit public comments.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR - ADOPTION OF MINUTES
5.1 Approval of the Draft Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of April 24,
2022
Commissioner Motion/Roll Call Vote:
(Austin-Dillon_____ Blanquie ____ Orloff ____ Striplen _____ Lam _____)
6. AGENDA ITEMS
6.1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - File No. PLUP21-0009 – Old Caz Beer –
Consideration of Resolution 2022-09 conditionally approving File No. PLUP21-0009:
Use Permit to allow a brew pub located at 1500 Valley House Drive, Suite 110 (APN
046-051-045)
CEQA: The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA), pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing
Facilities).
Commissioner Motion/Roll Call Vote:
(Austin-Dillon_____ Blanquie ____ Orloff ____ Striplen _____ Lam _____)
7. ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION
8. ITEMS FROM THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES STAFF
9. ADJOURNMENT
NOTE: If you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to
raising only those issues you or someone else raised at public hearing(s) described in this agenda,
or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Rohnert Park at, or prior to the public
hearing(s).
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III).
CERTIFICATION OF POSTING OF AGENDA
I, Jennifer Sedna, Community Development Technician, for the City of Rohnert Park, declare
that the foregoing notice and agenda for the May 12, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting of the
City of Rohnert Park was posted and available for review on May 6, 2022 at Rohnert Park City
Hall, 130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park, California 94928. The agenda is available on the City
of Rohnert Park’s website at www.rpcity.org.
Signed this 6th day of May, 2022 at Rohnert Park, California.
Jennifer Sedna
Appeals of any decisions made tonight must be received by the Planning Division within 10
days and no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 23, 2022.
Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting
of the City of Rohnert Park
Thursday, April 28, 2022
6:00 P.M.
130 Avram Avenue, Rohnert Park
1. CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chairperson Austin-Dillon called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Acting Chairperson Austin-Dillon.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Tramaine Austin-Dillon, Commissioner
Daniel A. Blanquie, Commissioner
Marc Orloff, Commissioner
Absent: Fanny Lam, Chairperson
Charles Striplen, Vice Chairperson
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR - ADOPTION OF MINUTES
5.1 Approval of the Draft Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of March 24,
2022.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Blanquie/Orloff) to adopt Minutes of the Planning
Commission Meeting of March 24, 2022.
Motion carried by the following unanimous (3-0-2) roll call vote: AYES:
Austin-Dillon, Blanquie, and Orloff; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT:
Lam and Striplen.
6. AGENDA ITEMS
6.1 SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW - File No. PLSR22-0002
- Panattoni Development Company – Consideration of Resolution 2022-06 approving the
Site Plan and Architectural Review for the Dowdell Avenue Industrial Park Project (APN
143-040-134).
Anna Leanza, Senior Planner, presented the item and answered questions from the
Commission, including: the reason to have two options which offer flexibility with the
use and parking flexibility; and, if the business at 201 Business Park Dr. is occupied.
Applicant representative Todd Chandler, with Panatonni Development answered
questions from the Commission, including: if there is a solar component; the cause of
delay for the project; and, if there is clarity on which option is likely to occur.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Blanquie/Orloff) to adopt Resolution 2022-06
approving the Site Plan and Architectural Review for the Dowdell Avenue
Industrial Park Project (APN 143-040-134).
Motion carried by the following unanimous (3-0-2) roll call vote: AYES:
Austin-Dillon, Blanquie, and Orloff; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT:
Lam and Striplen.
6.2 SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW - File No. PLSR21-0007 -
NorCal Kenworth - Consideration of Resolution 2022-07 approving the Site Plan and
Architectural Review for the NorCal Kenworth Project (APNS 143-040-143 AND 143-
040-144).
Anna Leanza, Senior Planner, presented the item and answered questions from the
Commission, including: if the Press Democrat building is occupied; if NorCal Kenworth
is the owner of the parcel; if the building articulation was considered due to the
rectangular nature; if the trees will be tall enough to screen the roll up doors; and, if the
use changes, does the applicant need to return to the Commission for parking
requirements.
Applicants Guy Duerwald with PW Architects, and Todd Minger with NorCal Kenworth
answered questions from the Commission, including: if the business use includes sales
and service; if there are tanks on the premises, if they are above grade, and the processes
in place to handle leaks; the building articulation with a rectangular elevation; and, the
parking requirements.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Blanquie/Orloff) to adopt Resolution 2022-07
approving the Site Plan and Architectural Review for the Norcal Kenworth
Project (APNS 143-040-143 AND 143-040-144) with added condition if the use
changes that the applicant works with the City for adequate parking requirements.
Motion carried by the following unanimous (3-0-2) roll call vote: AYES:
Austin-Dillon, Blanquie, and Orloff; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT:
Lam and Striplen.
6.3 PUBLIC HEARING – Sandalwood at University District Temporary Conditional
Use Permit – File No. PLTU22-0001 – Richmond American Homes – Consideration of
Resolution 2022-08 approving a Temporary Conditional Use Permit for a model home
complex in the Vast Oak North Phase 3A – Sandalwood at University District
subdivision.
Anna Leanza, Senior Planner, presented the item and answered questions from the
Commission, including: clarifying what is being requested with this project; if this is the
last area to be developed in the UDSP area; and, the status of the commercial corner in
UDSP area.
Public Hearing Opened.
Public Comment:
Applicant Christina Livingstone with Richmond America made herself available for
questions.
Public Hearing Closed.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Orloff/Blanquie) to adopt Resolution 2022-08
approving a Temporary Conditional Use Permit for a model home complex in the
Vast Oak North Phase 3A – Sandalwood at University District subdivision.
Motion carried by the following unanimous (3-0-2) roll call vote: AYES:
Austin-Dillon, Blanquie, and Orloff; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT:
Lam and Striplen.
6.4 SOMO Design Review Update
Jeff Beiswenger, Planning Manager, presented the item.
ACTION: The Commission participated in the presentation and offered
comments and questions, including: the size of lots; distance between houses; fire
safety issues with proximity of houses; and, date of expected build.
7. ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION
The Commission inquired about specifics of the Downtown property, including next
steps. Commissioner Orloff noted his absence for the following meeting, and inquired
about the status of the Yardbirds site.
8. ITEMS FROM THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICE STAFF
None.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Acting Chairperson Austin-Dillon adjourned the regular meeting at 7:10.
____________________________________ ___________________________________
Fanny Lam, Chairperson Jennifer Sedna, Secretary
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City of Rohnert Park
Planning Commission Report
Meeting Date: May 12, 2022
Item No: 6.1
Prepared by: Suzie Azevedo, Assistant Planner
Agenda Title: PLUP21-0009, Conditional Use Permit, Old Caz Brew Pub and Tasting
Room
Location: 1500 Valley House Drive, Suite 110, APN 046-051-045
GP/Zoning: Mixed Use/ PD, Planned Development
Applicant/Owner: Bryan Rengel/West County Brewing Co., Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt:
• Resolution No. 2022-09 approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Brew Pub with
associated tasting room and outdoor patio area located at 1500 Valley House Drive, Suite
110 (APN 046-051-045).
BACKGROUND: The project site is located in the Mixed Use/Planned Development
community of SOMO Village. SOMO Village is located in the southeast portion of the City of
Rohnert Park on three parcels totaling approximately 176 acres. SOMO Village is bounded by
Bodway Parkway on the east, Camino Colegio on the north, the Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit
(“SMART ”) right-of-way on the west, and vacant land north of Railroad Avenue (Figure 1 –
Project Location)
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Figure 1. Project Location
The applicant, OLD CAZ BEER (West County Brewing Co., Inc.) is looking to expand its
brewing and brew pub operations. The company has an existing facility at 5625 State Farm
Drive, which will remain as an important part of the beer production process. The brew pub,
tasting room and small production area will be relocated to 1500 Valley House Drive, Ste 110,
with the establishment/construction of a tasting room and small production area. Pursuant to
Chapter 17.06, Article XV.A of the SOMO Village Planned Development Zoning District, a
Conditional Use Permit is required for all Alcoholic Beverage Establishments in the T7 zone of
the SOMO Village Planned Development. (Figure 2, SVPD Zoning and Regulating Plan)
Project Location
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Figure 2 – SVPD Zoning and Regulating Plan
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Project Details
Project Characteristics. The proposed 3,097 sq. ft. tasting room will incorporate a small, fast,
casual style kitchen and prep area where a supplemental menu will be available when catered
food is not provided. A self-contained, conditioned storage space will be used to house kegs for
storage and serving. Inside the tasting room, a sectioned off area will house several 12’ tall, 600
gallon fermentation tanks used in production. Primary production will continue at the facility on
State Farm Dr., while the SOMO Village location will be used for fermentation and packaging
(kegging).
The OLD CAZ brew pub operation also proposes a 2,419 sq. ft. outdoor patio area that
conceptually will feature a food truck/catered food area where rotating food trucks will have
access to power and Host Facility services while in operation. A small 200-300 sq. ft. stage is
proposed on the west end of the patio which will be used for amplified sound and smaller
musical acts. These musical acts will not be in conflict with the main “concert series” venue.
(Figure 3 – Old Caz Brew Pub and Conceptual Outdoor Patio Area)
Figure 3 – Old Caz Brew Pub and Conceptual Outdoor Patio
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Pursuant to Chapter 17.06.080 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code, an Administrative Use
Permit is required in the T7 transect zone of the SVPD Zoning and regulating plan for Outdoor
and Sidewalk Cafes. A condition of approval has been added that the applicant shall apply for
and be approved for the necessary Administrative Use Permit prior to building permit issuance.
The final proposal and operational details of the outdoor area will be addressed and conditioned
through the Administrative Use entitlement process including the live entertainment, food
truck/loading-unloading operation, lighting and landscaping.
Floor Plan
As previously noted, a 700 sq. ft. area of the tasting room will act as the production/fermentation
space. For reference, fermentation is the 2-4 week final step in the brewing process where yeast
is added to a sweet liquid extract known as “Wort ”. The yeast then eats the sugars within the
Wort and alcohol is produced, making beer. The fermentation step of the brewing process all
happens within Fermentation Tanks and requires no heat, little to no water, and creates minimal
waste because the finished product (beer) is packaged into kegs which will be served onsite.
(Figure 4, Tasting Room/Brewpub Floor Plan)
Figure 4 – Tasting Room/Brewpub Floor Plan
All the Wort production will continue at the State Farm Drive facility but instead of pumping it
into the onsite Fermentation Tanks, the applicant will pump the Wort into 375-gallon totes which
can be transported via small box truck or cargo van to SOMO. The delivery vehicle will park in
the truck loading/food truck zone and pump into the SOMO space fermentation tanks. Finished
product packaging (kegging) at SOMO will primarily be in the morning and will not interfere
with neighboring residences or workspaces.
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To comply with County Wastewater standards, an additional sewage hook-up will be required for
this space as well as a sample box to ensure no unwanted materials make their way down the
drain.
The floor plan also shows the food prep, storage, cooler and keg equipment spaces. The
remaining space in the unit will be utilized as a tasting room. Serving hours will be 7 days per
week and may vary per day but will never exceed 9am – 10 pm. Non -alcoholic options will be
served as alternatives as well as a limited menu for pub style food and snacks. The small kitchen
will have adequate features both for food prep and Food Truck Host Facility needs.
The applicant is also proposing extended hours to midnight on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
nights. The Old Caz brew pub will be used to host both customers and artists after concerts at
SOMO. Additional hours will be subject to Public Safety approval and all fees associated will be
paid by Old Caz. During these hours, there will be no live music or amplified sound at the Old
Caz brew pub, but will serve as a place for community members to wind down after a show
before heading home.
Parking
Ample parking is currently available in the parking lot immediately south of the 1500 Valley
House Drive building. Additionally, the owner has filed and been approved for a parking lot
modification plan for 15 additional spaces and an 8’ access /loading and unloading zone
immediately adjacent to the Old Caz tenant space. The owner will be revising the original
approval to allow for 15 spaces and a 12’ access zone required for the truck and
loading/unloading operation. A Condition of Approval has been added that the modification to
the parking lot plan shall be submitted and approved prior to issuance of the Administrative Use
Permit for the outdoor patio area operation. (Figure 5 – Parking Layout)
Figure 5 – Parking Layout
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ANALYSIS: This project implements the following General Plan Goals and Policies:
LU-36 Ensure that land uses are dispersed in accordance with the provisions of the Sonoma
Mountain Village Planned Development Zoning District:
• Ensure that zoning provisions will reserve ample space for commercial, industrial and/or
other business-related uses, and require development to enhance economic activity with
the Sonoma Mountain Village area through support of business development programs,
support of business incubator programs and mixed use development.
• Develop neighborhoods that are compact, pedestrian-oriented and contain mixed-use.
• Provide public, institutional, and commercial activities in neighborhoods rather than
isolating them in remote single-use complexes.
Per RPMC 17.25.014 the Planning Commission shall approve or conditionally approve a
conditional use permit application if, on the basis of the application, supporting materials, and
written and oral testimony submitted at the hearing, the Planning Commission makes each of the
following findings. The findings and basis for making each in the affirmative are found in the
attached resolution of approval.
• That the proposed location of the conditional use permit is consistent with the objectives
of the zoning ordinance and the purposed of the district in which the site is located;
• That the proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under which it would
be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare,
or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity, and that the
operation and maintenance of the conditional use will be compatible with the surrounding
uses;
• The property conditional use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this
title (the zoning ordinance).
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: This project is categorically exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 15301 (Class
1 – Existing Facilities).
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: This item has been duly noticed by publication in the Community
Voice for the Conditional Use Permit hearing and posted at the prescribed locations in Rohnert
Park. Property owners within 300 feet of the project were mailed notices of the proposed
application.
Planning Manager Approval Date:
Attachment: Resolution 2022-09
• Exhibit A – Old Caz Conditional Use submittal package
• Exhibit B – Conditions of Approval
PLANNING COMMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2022-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONDITIONALLY APPROVING FILE NO. PLUP21-0009: USE
PERMIT TO ALLOW A BREW PUB LOCATED AT
1500 VALLEY HOUSE DRIVE, SUITE 110
(APN 046-051-045)
WHEREAS, the applicant, Bryan Rengel, filed Planning Application No. PLUP21-0009 for a
Conditional Use Permit for a brewpub with outdoor patio area located at 1500 Valley House Drive, in
accordance with the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code;
WHEREAS, Planning Application No. PLUP21-0009 was processed in the time and manner
prescribed by State and local law;
WHEREAS, public hearing notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300 foot radius
of the subject property and to all agencies and interested parties as required by California State Planning
Law, and a public hearing was published for a minimum of 10 days prior to the first public hearing in
the Community Voice;
WHEREAS, on May 12, 2022, the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Application No.
PLUP21-0009 during a scheduled public meeting at which time interested persons had an opportunity
to testify either in support or opposition to the project; and,
WHEREAS, at the May 12, 2022 Planning Commission meeting, upon hearing and 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. PLUP21-0009;
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. PLUP21-0009 makes the following factors, to wit:
1. That the proposed location of the conditional use is in accord with the objectives of the City of
Rohnert Park Zoning Ordinance and the purposes of the district in which the site is located.
Criteria Satisfied: The Sonoma Mountain Village Planned Development regulating plan within
the Rohnert Park Zoning Ordinance conditionally provides for Alcoholic Beverage
Establishments within the T7 transect zone of the Sonoma Mountain Village community.
Sonoma Mountain Village is a mix-use, sustainable community designed in such a manner that
homes are within a five-minute walk of a village center, jobs, services, shopping and
entertainment. The establishment of the Old Caz brew pub operation at this location is in
alignment with the objectives of the SOMO Village Planned Development for mixed-use,
pedestrian friendly neighborhoods and businesses that contribute to the attainment of the live,
work, play framework goals of the Planned Development.
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Reso 2022-09
2. That the proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under which it is operated
or 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 project, as conditioned, will not have a negative effect on the public
health, safety or welfare; or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
The applicant shall be required to secure all necessary permits from the State to allow the
operation. In addition, conditions will be imposed by the use permit that should mitigate any
concerns related to the facility with regard to building, fire and life safety.
3. That the proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of Title 17
of the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code.
Criteria Satisfied: The project will comply with all applicable Zoning Ordinance standards.
Section 4. Environmental Clearance. The project is categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 15301 (Class
1 – Existing Facilities).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby
approve Planning Application No. PLUP21-009 subject to the attached Exhibit A, Old Caz
Conditional Use submittal package and Exhibit B, Conditions of Approval.
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.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED on this 12th day of May, 2022 by the City of
Rohnert Park Planning Commission by the following vote:
AYES: _____ NOES:_____ ABSENT:_____ ABSTAIN:_____
AUSTIN-DILLON _____ BLANQUIE _____ LAM _____ ORLOFF ____STRIPLEN _____
________________________________________________________
Fanny Lam, Chairperson, Rohnert Park Planning Commission
Attest: ________________________________
Jennifer Sedna, Recording Secretary
Attachments: Exhibit A – Old Caz Conditional Use submittal package
Exhibit B - Conditions of Approval
OWNER TENANT
INITIAL
SOMO VILLAGE
1500 VALLEY HOUSE DRIVE
FIRST FLOOR PLAN
EXHIBIT A
OLD CAZ BREWPUB TRUCK/CATERER LOADING
OLD CAZ PATIO
Exhibit A to Resolution
COMCAST FENCED
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AVAILABLE
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Exhibit B
ADOPTED PER PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2022-09
Conditions of Approval
Conditional Use Permit: Old Caz Brew Pub – 1500 Valley House Drive
The conditions below shall apply to the 1500 Valley House Drive Conditional Use Permit for
Old Caz Brew Pub located at 1500 Valley House Drive, Suite 110
General Conditions
1. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire one year from the Planning
Commission approval date, unless prior to the expiration a building permit is filed; the
use has been established and/or an extension is requested and approved.
2. All applicable provisions of the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code, are made a
part of these conditions of approval in their entirety, as if fully contained herein.
3. The violation of any condition listed herein shall constitute a nuisance and a
violation of the RPMC. 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.
4. 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.
5. Prior to the on-site sale and consumption of any alcoholic beverage, the applicant
shall obtain the required alcoholic use permit (s) as required by Chapter 8.34 (Use
Permits for Alcoholic Beverage Establishments) of the Municipal Code and Alcohol
Beverage Control.
6. The applicant shall provide evidence of approval for a “host facility” with the
Sonoma County Department of Environmental Health & Safety.
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7. The applicant must comply with the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code Chapter
17.12 (17.12.030) Noise Standards. Further, the applicant agrees to and shall ensure
that uses and activities are conducted in a manner that protects the public health and
safety and does not produce adverse impacts on surrounding properties or the
community at large. The City of Rohnert Park Public Safety Department shall have
final authority over the reasonableness of the sound and its unnecessary, excessive or
annoying effects to the area.
8. Any signage proposed shall be submitted and approved by the Planning Division prior
to a building permit application for installation.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit
9. The SOMO Village 1400 Parking Lot Improvement Plan and building permit plans
for this project shall reflect 15 parking spaces and a 12’ access zone to accommodate
the food truck and truck delivery portion of the brew pub operation.
10. The building permit plans shall illustrate and detail the new sewer lateral and
sampling manhole.
11. The applicant shall submit a Best Management Practice (BMP) for the Wort
pumping operation. The plan shall clarify how pumping will be handled, how spills
or leaks from the pumping operation in front of the building will be handled.
12. The building plans shall illustrate and detail a grease separator in the food prep and
service area, if required by the Department of Environmental Health.
Prior to Establishment of the Outdoor Patio Area
13. Pursuant to Chapter 17.06.080 of the SVPD Zoning and Regulating Plan, and
Chapter 17.07 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code (Land Use Footnotes), an
Administrative Use Permit shall be filed and approved for the outdoor patio and
seating area. This will include review of the food truck operation, live entertainment,
lighting and landscaping for the exterior details of the brew pub operation.
14. Demonstrated compliance with City storm water requirements is required prior to
approval of the Administrative Use Permit described in COA 13.
15. Garbage receptacle are required as part of the outdoor seating area and shall be
shown and illustrate on the Administrative Use Permit submittal package.