HomeMy WebLinkAboutConexant Signage (PA2003-232)CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item No. 2
November 20, 2003
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: Gregg B. Ramirez, Associate Planner
(949) 644 -3219, aramirezta'Zcitv.newoort- beach.ca.us
SUBJECT: Call for review of the approval of Modification Permit No. 2003 -097
Conexant Signage
4000 MacArthur Boulevard
(PA2003 -232)
APPLICANT: Conexant Systems Inc.
BACKGROUND:
On October 22, 2003, the Modifications Committee voted 3 -0 to approve Modification
Permit No. 2003 -232. The applicant requested approval for the installation of a fifth
tenant identification wall sign that is approximately 387 square feet in area on the west
tower of the Conexant/Mindspeed building located at 4000 MacArthur Boulevard. The Koll
Center Planned Community District Regulations allows signs on two facades per building
and limits each sign to 200 square feet in area. This item was called for review by
Commissioner Kiser.
The existing signage was approved by Modification Pemit No. 5036 on Februaruy 16,
2000 which allows a total of four wall signs (two on each tower) each of which exceeds the
200 square foot maximum size. The two Conexant signs measure 387 square feet each
while the two Mindspeed signs measure approximatley 226 square feet each.
The proposed fifth wall sign will be located on the west tower of the building (Conxant) and
bring the signage total to three "Conexant" signs in addition to the two " Mindspeed" signs
on the east tower. The Modifications Committee believed the number of signs proposed is
acceptable as the buiding is actually made up of two multi -story towers connected only by
a single story common area. The building is more akin to two separate buildings which
would be permitted to have two wall signs each. Additionally, the Committee believed that
the request for the fifth sign is rational given that the Conxeant tower has five facades and
that the 387 square foot size of the proposed fifth sign is appropriate given the size and
scale of the building and it is consistent with the existing Conexant signage.
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Modification Permit No_ 2003 -097 (PA2M3 -232)
Current
Develo ment:
Commercial
To the north:
Administrative, Professional and Financial Commercial
To the east:
Administrativ. , Professional and Financial Commercial
To the south:
Administrative, Professional and.Financial Commercial
To the west:
Administrative, Professional and Financial Commercial
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Modification Permit No_ 2003 -097 (PA2M3 -232)
Current
Develo ment:
Commercial
To the north:
Administrative, Professional and Financial Commercial
To the east:
Administrativ. , Professional and Financial Commercial
To the south:
Administrative, Professional and.Financial Commercial
To the west:
Administrative, Professional and Financial Commercial
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Conexant Signage
November 20, 2003
Page 3
Environmental Review:
This project has been reviewed, and it has been determined that it is categorically
exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act under Class
11 (Accessory Structures).
Public Notice:
Notice of this hearing was published in the Daily Pilot, mailed to property owners within
300 feet of the property, and posted at the site a minimum of 10 days in advance of this
hearing consistent with the Municipal Code. Additionally, the item appeared upon the
agenda for this meeting, which was posted at City Hall and on the city website. ..
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission uphold and affirm the decision of the
Modifications Committee. If the Commission believes the proposed fifth sign is excessive
in size or not appropriate for this location, the Commission has the following options:
The commission can reverse the decision of the Modifications Committee and deny
the request.
2. The Commission has the option of modifying the project by approving a smaller sign.
Prepared by:
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Gregg B. Ramirez, Associa Planner
Exhibits:
Submitted by:
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atncia L. Temple, Plan ing Director
1. Approval letter for Modification Permit No. 2003 -097
2. Findings for Denial
3.. Project Plans
EXHIBIT NO. 1
Approval letter for Modification Permit No. 2003 -097
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October 22, 2003
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
3300 NEWPORT BOULEVARD
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658
(949) 644 -3200; FAX (949) 644 -3229
Conexant Systems, Inc.
4000 MacArthur Boulevard
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Application No:
Applicant:
Address of
Property Involved:
Legal Description:
Approved as
MODIFICATION PERMIT NO. MD2003 -097
(PA2003 -232)
Staff Person:
Appeal Period:
Modification Permit No. MD2003 -097
(PA2003 -232)
Conexant Systems, Inc.
4000 MacArthur Boulevard
Javier S. Garcia, 644 -3206
14 days after approval date
Parcel 1 of Parcel Map Book 114, Page 22
Request approved to allow the installation of a fifth tenant identification wall sign that is
approximately 387 square feet in area. The Koll Center Planned Community District
Regulations limit walls signs to 200 square feet in area per sign, and to two facades per
building. The request as approved will allow for a third wall sign that identifies Conexant
as a major tenant as viewed by vehicles traveling northerly on Jamboree Road. The
property is located in the PC (Koll Center Newport Planned Community) District.
The Modifications Committee, on October 22. 2003, voted 3 ayes and 0 noes to approve
the application request based on the following findings and subject to the following
conditions.
The Modifications Committee determined in this case that the proposal would not be
detrimental to persons, property or improvements in the neighborhood and that the
modification as approved would be consistent with the legislative intent of Title 20 of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code, and made the following findings:
FINDINGS:
1. The Land Use Element of the General Plan designates the site for
"Administrative, Professional and Financial Commercial" uses and the existing
structure is consistent with this designation. The signage is accessory to the
primary use. 6-
October 22, 2003
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2. This project has been reviewed, and it has been determined that it is
categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act under Class 11 (Accessory Structures).
3. The modification to the Koll Center Newport Planned Community development
standards as proposed would be consistent with the legislative intent of Title 20 of
the Newport Beach Municipal Code and is a logical use of the property that would
be precluded by strict application of the zoning requirements for this District for
the following reasons:
• The site is comprised of two towers and each tower has a separate
primary tenant so the proposed sign is a reasonable design solution for
irregularly located structures.
• The Conexant tower has five facades. The proposed sign, along with the
existing signage, will allow drivers coming from any direction to identify
Conexant as a major tenant of the site.
4. The modification to the Koll Center- Newport Planned Community development
standards as proposed will not be detrimental to persons, property or
improvements in the neighborhood or increase any detrimental effect of the
existing use for the following reasons:
• The size of the signage is consistent with the existing Conexant wall
signs.
• The size of the signage is appropriate to the scale of the building.
5. The proposed sign will not affect the flow of air or light to adjoining residential
properties because there are no residential properties in the area.
6. The proposed sign will not obstruct public views from adjacent public roadways
or parks because there are no public views through or across the subject
property that are affected by the proposed project.
CONDITIONS:
1. The development shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot
plan, floor plans and elevations, except as noted in the following conditions.
2. The " Conexant" sign shall not exceed 387 square feet, as measured within a
rectangle per the Koll Center Newport Planned Community development
standards.
3. Anything not specifically approved by this Modification Permit is not permitted
and must be addressed in a separate and subsequent Modification Permit
review.
October 22, 2003
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4. This approval was based on the particulars of the individual case and does not in
and of itself or in combination with other approvals in the vicinity or Citywide
constitute a precedent for future approvals or decisions.
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 13 of the Newport Beach Municipal
Code or other applicable section or chapter, additional street trees shall be
provided and existing street trees shall be protected in place during construction
of the subject project, unless otherwise approved by the General Services
Department and the Public Works Department through an encroachment permit
or agreement if required.
A building permit shall be obtained prior to commencement of the construction.
All work performed within the public right of way shall be reviewed and approved
by the Public Works Department under an encroachment permittagreement if
required.
This approval shall expire unless exercised within 24 months from the date of
approval as specified in Section 20.93.055 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code,
unless an extension is approved prior to the expiration date of this approval, in
accordance with Section 20.93.055 (B) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
The decision of the Committee may be appealed to the Planning Commission within 14
days of the date of the decision. A filing fee of $915.00 shall accompany any appeal filed.
No building permits may be issued until the appeal period has expired. A copy of the
approval letter shall be incorporated into the Building Department set of plans prior to
issuance of the building permits or issuance of revised plans.
MODIFICATIONS COMMITTEE
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Javier S. Garcia, AICP, Senior Planner
Chairperson
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Findings for Denial
Modification Permit No. 2003 -097
PA2003 -232
The establishment, maintenance or operation of the proposed sign will, under the
circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, comfort and
general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood for the following reasons:
The proposed sign is inconsistent with the legislative intent of the Koll Center Planned
Community development regulations, which limits the number of wall signs to two per
building with a maximum of size of 200 square feet each.
2. The existing signage as approved by the two previous Modification Permit approvals is
adequate for the site and the proposed additional sign will be excessive.
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