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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESO 2015-14_150413_200NCabrilloPrkROH — 04/13/15 RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -14 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 2015 -03 AS CONDITIONED FOR A NEW MIXED -USE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 200 NORTH CABRILLO PARK DRIVE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana hereby finds, determines and declares as follows: A. Ryan Ogulnick and Robert Bisno, representing BR Cabrillo, LLC, are requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 2015 -03, as conditioned, to allow the construction of a new 217 -unit mixed -use residential and commercial development at 200 North Cabrillo Park Drive. B. On April 13, 2015, the Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana held a duly noticed public hearing and at that time considered all testimony, written and oral. C. Section 41 -595.5 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code requires a review by the Planning Commission of all plans within a zoning district classification combined with an OZ suffix where the applicant wants to apply the overlay zone, to ensure the project is in conformity with the overlay zone plan. D. The zoning designation for the subject property is Metro East Mixed Use (MEMU) Overlay Zone (OZ -1) in the Active Urban sub -zone. E. Based on the following review, the project has been determined to be in compliance with all applicable provisions and development standards outlined within the MEMU Overlay Zone (OZ -1): 1. Is the proposed development plan consistent with and will further the objectives outlined in Section 1.2 for the MEMU Overlay Zone? The proposed mixed -use development project will be compatible with Section 1.2 (Objectives) of the Metro East Overlay zone as the project will be a mixed use project that will allow persons to live, work and shop in the immediate area. Further, the project will incorporate an active streetscape that will integrate the private development with Resolution No. 2015 -14 Page 1 of 4 the public realm and will assist in creating a distinct identity for the district. 2. Is the proposed development plan consistent with the development standards specified in Section 4 of the MEMU Overlay Zone? The proposed project is consistent with Section 4 (Development Standards) of the MEMU zone. The project is in compliance with the various development standards for the Active Urban District, including setbacks, parking, lot size and open space. 3. Is the proposed development plan designed to be compatible with adjacent development in terms of similarity of scale, height, and site configuration and otherwise achieves the objectives of the Design Principles specified in Section 5 of the MEMU Overlay Zone? The project site is compatible with adjacent development and achieves the design principles outlined in Section 5 (Design Principles) of the MEMU plan. The project is in close proximity to several mid- and high -rise buildings in the area and has been designed to complement these developments. Further, the project incorporates a variety of architectural materials, massing and ground floor uses that are compatible with the MEMU plan. 4. Have the land use uses, site design, and operational considerations in the proposed development plan been planned in a manner that will result in a compatible and harmonious operation as specified in Section 7 of the MEMU Overlay Zone? The proposed project has been designed to be compatible and harmonious as identified in Section 7 (Operational Standards) of the MEMU plan. The project's windows, lighting and operational hours will result in a project that will not impact the proposed residential uses or the adjacent commercial and office uses. F. The applicant agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City of Santa Ana, its officials, officers, agents, and employees, from any and all liability, claims, actions or proceedings that may be brought arising out of its approval of this project, and any approvals associated with the project, including, without limitation, any environmental review or approval, except to the extent caused by the negligence of the City of Santa Ana. Section 2. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the recommended action has been determined to be within the scope of the previously certified EIR No. 2006 -01, as that program EIR adequately describes this Resolution No. 2015 -14 Page 2 of 4 activity for the purposes of CEQA, as per Sections 15162 and 15168 of the CEQA guidelines. It has been determined that no new effects could occur and no new mitigation measures would be required. Thus, a discretionary action can be taken on the proposed project since it is within the scope of the project covered by the previously approved program EIR. The project will comply with all mitigation measures as required by the approved Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP), as required by the environmental documentation prepared for the MEMU Overlay Zone. As required by the MMP, a site impact analysis was performed to analyze any potential changes in area traffic as a result of the proposed development. The site impact analysis is incorporated herein by this reference. The analysis concluded that no additional significant impacts would trigger the requirement for additional environmental review. In addition to the site impact analysis, a health risk assessment (HRA) was prepared to identify any impacts from developing a residential community adjacent to a freeway. The HRA is incorporated herein by this reference. The HRA recommends that the project incorporate non - operable windows on freeway- facing elevations for all units adjacent to the Santa Ana (1 -5) freeway, and that the project install air filtration systems throughout, which have been included as conditions of approval. Section 3. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana, after conducting the public hearing, hereby approves Site Plan Review No. 2015 -03 as conditioned in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated as though fully set forth herein. This decision is based upon the evidence submitted at the above said hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Request for Planning Commission Action dated April 13, 2015, and exhibits attached thereto; and the public testimony, written and oral, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. ADOPTED this 13TH day of April 2015 by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Bacerra, Bauer, Gartner, Mill, Verino (5) NOES: Commissioners: None (0) ABSENT: Commissioners: Alderete, Nalle (2) ABSTENTIONS: Commissioners: None (0) Jam s F.- Gartner Ch irman 14 Resolution No. 2015 -14 Page 3 of 4 APPROVED AS TO FORM: Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney By: ir Ryan O odge Assista t ity At rney CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY I, KAREN GERARDO, Secretary of the Planning Commission, do hereby attest to and certify the attached Resolution No. 2015 -14 to be the original resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana on April 13, 2015. Date: / 3 Secretary of the Planning Commission City of Santa Ana Resolution No. 2015 -14 Page 4 of 4 Conditions for Approval for Site Plan Review No. 2015 -03 Site Plan Review No. 2015 -03 is approved subject to compliance, to the reasonable satisfaction of the Planning Manager, with applicable sections of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, the California Administrative Code, the California Building Standards Code, and all other applicable regulations. In addition, it shall meet the following conditions of approval: The applicant must comply with each and every condition listed below rip or to exercising the rights conferred by this site plan review. The applicant must remain in compliance with all conditions listed below throughout the life of the development project. Failure to comply with each and every condition may result in the revocation of the site plan review. A. Planning Division 1. All proposed site improvements must conform to the Site Plan Review approval of DP No. 2014 -12. 2. Any amendment to this site plan review, including modifications to approved materials, finishes, architecture, site plan, landscaping, unit count, mix, and square footages must be submitted to the Planning Division for review. At that time, staff will determine if administrative relief is available or if the site plan review must be amended. 3. The project shall comply with all mitigation measures as required by the Metro East Mixed -Use Overlay zone. 4. The project shall comply with the requirements of the Housing Opportunity Ordinance (HOO), which contains inclusionary unit requirements for projects that consist of the construction of five or more dwelling units (SAMC Sections 41 -1900 et al.). 5. The project shall incorporate on -site professional property management for the residential and live /work components of the project. 6. All residential and live /work units on the site shall provide laundry (washer /dryer) appliances in each unit. 7. All mechanical equipment shall be screened from view from public and courtyard areas. 8. All parking for the project, including guest parking spaces, shall be made available free of charge. Exhibit "A" APRIL 13, 2015 PAGE 2OF5 9. After project occupancy, landscaping is to be maintained to include the minimum level of plant materials installed at the time of occupancy as required by the approved plans. 10. A final detailed amenity plan must be reviewed and approved prior to issuance of any building permits. The plan shall include details on the hardscape design, lighting concepts and outdoor furniture for the amenity deck as well as an installation plan. The exact specifications for these items are subject to the review and approval of the Planning Manager. The amenity deck shall be maintained in the same condition as installed at the time of occupancy. 11. An interior building amenity plan of all common areas (recreation room, meeting rooms, fitness rooms and lobbies) must be reviewed and approved prior to issuance of any building permits. The plan shall include details on the various finishes, furniture and equipment to be provided in these rooms. The exact specifications for these items are subject to the review and approval of the Planning Manager. 12. An interior amenity plan for the units must be reviewed and approved prior to issuance of any building permits. The plan shall include details on the various finishes, furniture and equipment to be provided in these rooms. Examples of a level of quality required for the project include granite counter tops or equivalent, hardwood flooring or equivalent, General Electric Monogram appliances or equivalent, tiled bathroom and shower walls, stain grade hard wood cabinets and individual laundry hook -ups. The exact specifications for these items are subject to the review and approval of the Planning Manager. 13. An elevator lobby plan of each lobby must be reviewed and approved prior to issuance of any building permits. The plan shall include details on the finishes and flooring to be provided. The exact specifications for these items are subject to the review and approval of the Planning Manager. 14. A final landscape plan must be reviewed and approved prior to issuance of any building permits. In addition to the landscaping palette, the plan shall include details on the hardscape design, lighting concepts and outdoor furniture. At a minimum, the project shall incorporate the amount and size of landscaping as shown on the preliminary landscape plan. The exact specifications for these items are subject to the review and approval of the Planning Division. Exhibit "A" APRIL 13, 2015 PAGE 3OF5 15. Pedestrian walkways shall be provided through the project. The amenities to be provided along this pathway shall include decorative concrete and paving, accent lighting, and landscape planters. The materials and design of the walkway is subject to the review and approval of the Planning Division. 16. A Resident Storage Plan shall be provided for the project. Storage shall be available at no cost to the residents. 17. Smart wiring, including cable television and high -speed cable for computers, shall be provided for each unit and within the project's common areas. 18. Submit a construction schedule and staging plan to the Planning Division for review and approval. The plan shall include construction hours, staging areas, parking and site security /screening during project construction. 19. Prior to occupancy of any units, a rental housing execution plan must be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. At a minimum, the plan shall identify the location of employee and visitor parking, the location of the rental office, hours of operation for the rental office, and signage affiliated with the Rental Housing Operational Plan. In addition, the rental plan must clearly note that the parking and project amenities must be provided free of charge to the residence. 20. A master sign program to include all proposed signs shall be subject to subsequent review and approval by the Planning Commission. 21. As a result of the health risk assessment (HRA) and to reduce any adverse health effects associated with diesel -truck emissions associated with the project's proximity to the 1 -5 Freeway, install non - operable windows on all windows facing the 1 -5 Freeway and install air filtration systems with filters meeting or exceeding the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 52.2 Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 14. 22. A Public Art Plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for staff review and approval prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. (Added by the Planning Commission April 13, 2015) 23. Staff shall further study the traffic circulation along Xerox Way for ingress and egress purposes and consider implementation of any reasonable traffic calming measures. (Added by the Planning Commission April 13, 2015) Exhibit "A" APRIL 13, 2015 PAGE 4 OF 5 B. Police Department 1. The applicant will be required to submit a security plan for the proposed project to the Police Department prior to the Planning Commission hearing. The plan will be required to outline hours of operation for the parking structure (secured /open), a duress alarm system for the parking structure and an access control system for the perimeter of the building. 2. Resident parking must be physically separated and secured from all guest parking. 3. Parking structure and buildings: Each door within the structure and building leading into a stairwell, lobby, storage area must be outfitted with a 100 square inch fire rated window. Convex mirrors minimum of 12 inch in diameter must be provided at each stairwell landing, in the storage rooms and at each corner along a walkway. The last flight of each stair must be fully enclosed at its base. 4. Elevators are to be equipped with minimum 12 -inch shatterproof convex mirrors or are to have mirrored backing. 5. All parking structures vehicular entrances are to be secured with a rolling grille and outfitted with a Police Department sub mastered Knox Box. 6. Parking structure first floor exits are to be designed to allow emergency egress only with no exterior hardware. 7. Building /unit addressing is to comply with emergency service standards of the City of Santa Ana. 8. Lobby doors are to be equipped with a Police Department approved access control system. 9. Provide a minimum 100 square inch window in the trash room and storage room doors. 10. Parking Structure elevators to be equipped with an approved access control system. Exhibit "A" APRIL 13, 2015 PAGE 5OF5 C. Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) 1. Prior to OCFA clearance of a issuance of a grading permit or a building permit, the applicant shall receive approval of a fire master plan (service code PR145), architectural (service codes PR200- PR285), architectural (service codes PR264- PR272), hazardous materials compliance and chemical classification (service codes PR315- PR328), underground piping for private hydrants and fire sprinkler systems (service code PR470- PR475), fire sprinkler system (service codes PR400- PR465), fire alarm system (service code PR500- PR520) and hood and duct extinguishing system (service code PR335). 2. Prior to issuance of temporary or final certificate of occupancy, all OCFA inspections shall be completed to the satisfaction of the OCFA inspector and be in substantial compliance with codes and standards applicable to the project and commensurate with the type of occupancy (temporary or final) requested. Inspections shall be scheduled at least two days in advance by calling OCFA Inspection Scheduling at 714 - 573 -6150. 3. Before commencement of construction, the applicant or responsible party shall attend a pre- construction meeting with an OCFA inspector. Call OCFA Inspection Scheduling at 714 573 -6150 at least two days in advance to schedule and pay for the pre- construction meeting. 4. After installation of required fire access roadways and hydrants, the applicant shall receive clearance from the OCFA prior to bringing combustible building materials on -site. Call OCFA Inspection Scheduling at 714 573 6150 with the Service Request number of the approved fire master plan at least two days in advance to schedule the lumber drop inspection. Exhibit "A"