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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1956 - Zoning Code regulations for A-frame signs. - 1 Citywide Project RESOLUTION NO. 1956 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF CODE AMENDMENT NO. CA2014-005 AMENDING TITLE 20 (ZONING CODE) OF THE NEWPORT BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW A-FRAME SIGNS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN CORONA DEL MAR COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS (PA2014-054) THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. STATEMENT OF FACTS. 1. On March 11, 2014, the City Council initiated an amendment of the Zoning Code that would modify the current prohibition on A-frame signs to allow such signs on private property, provided they do not impede or impact use of the public right-of-way. 2. A public hearing was held on August 21, 2014, in the Council Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach. A notice of time, place and purpose of the meeting was given in accordance with the Newport Beach Municipal Code. Evidence, both written and oral, was presented to, and considered by, the Planning Commission at this meeting. SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYACT DETERMINATION. The code amendment is categorically exempt under Section 15305, of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines — Class 5 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) because the commercial properties involved have an average slope of less than 20 percent; and the and proposed amendment would not result in any changes in land use or density. The code amendment is also categorically exempt under Section 15311 of the CEQA Guidelines — Class 11 (Accessory Structures), which exempts the construction, or placement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities, including on-premise signs. SECTION 3. FINDINGS. 1. The proposed regulations provide each sign user another opportunity for adequate identification while guarding against the excessive and confusing proliferation of signs by appropriately regulating the time, place, and manner under which A-frame signs may be displayed. 2. The proposed regulations preserve and enhance the community's appearance by regulating the size, location, design, character, scale, illumination, and duration of A-frame signs. 3. The proposed regulations encourage A-frame signs that are well designed and that attract and invite rather than demand the public's attention. Planning Commission Resolution No. 1956 Page 2 of 2 4. It is uncertain that allowing A-frame signs in all commercial areas would be beneficial to the community. a. Older commercial districts, such as Marine Avenue on Balboa Island and McFadden Square and Balboa Village on the Balboa Peninsula, have zero-lot line development patterns, which present limited opportunities for A-frame signs under the proposed regulations. b. An unclear demarcation between private property and public right-of-way in older commercial districts would present challenges to the effective enforcement of the proposed regulations. c. These factors could result in the placement of A-frame signs on public sidewalks, thus contributing to already congested pedestrian areas in these older commercial districts. 5. The Corona del Mar Commercial Corridor has more single-tenant commercial buildings, larger commercial parcels, and less-congested pedestrian areas than other City commercial districts and is therefore, better suited to accommodate A-frame signs. Therefore, it is recommended that the code amendment be limited to only allow A-frame signs on private property within Corona del Mar commercial zoning districts. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The Planning Commission of the City of Newport Beach hereby recommends approval of Code Amendment No. CA2014-005 as set forth in Exhibit"A." PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 21St DAY OF AUGUST, 2014. AYES: BROWN, HILLGREN, KOETTING, AND MYERS NOES: LAWLER AND TUCKER ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: KRAMER Larry Tucker, Chairman BY: Jay ers,Aetetarjy EXHIBIT A Code Amendment No. CA2012-007 Section 20.42.050 — Prohibited Signs Revise Section 20.42.050 (F) F. Prohibited sign types: 1. A-frame signs (except as permitted in commercial districts in Corona del Mar); 2. Animated signs; 3. Changeable copy signs, except as a component of another type sign allowed through the comprehensive sign program; 4. Commercial mascots; 5. Inflated display signs; 6. Pole signs; 7. Roof signs, unless a variance is granted; and 8. Vehicle signs, subject to the definition of vehicle signs in Section 20.42.040 (Definitions). Section 20.42.090 — Standards for Temporary Signs Revise Section 20.42.090 Table 3-18 TABLE 3-18 TEMPORARY SIGNS Maximum Additional Sign Type Number Maximum Area Maximum Height Duration Requirements Promotional 1 sign per site, 75 sq.ft.for banner,3 0 ft.or bottom of Up to 4 times per Subject to all sq.ft.far rigid sign. year,not to exceed temporary including window lowest second floor requirements of this banners, signs. Window signs,209X of window. 60 days total per section. any window area. year. Establishment 1 sign per building Same as for Same as for 60 days per calendar Allowed only while identification. frontage, permanent signs are g permanent signs. permanent signs. year. being obtained. Displayed after Only on the property Construction 1 sign per street 32 sq.ft.per sign In issuance of building where construction project signs frontage,2 signs nonresidential. 8 ft.in nonresidential. permit or equivalent; is taking place and Nonresidential and 4 ft.in residential. shall be removed shall not obstruct Residential maximum. 6 sq.ft.in residential, after earliest of visibility at certificate of intersections. Maximum Additional Sign Type Number Maximum Area Maximum Height Duration Requirements completion, certificate of occupancy,or final building inspection. Mounted only on portable easel-type Restaurant menu During hours structures;only on signs 1 per restaurant. 4 sq.ft.per sign. 5 ft. establishment is property of the open. establishment within 10 ft.of the primary entrance. Only permitted in During hours the commercial districts A-frame Signs 1 Per tenant 10 sq.ft. per sign 48 in. establishment is in Corona del Mar space. open, and subject to subsection G of this Section. Real estate signs for residential and Allowed in compliance with subsection(F)of this section(Real Estate Signs). nonresidential Temporary sign permit not required. properties Search lights, Allowed in conjunction with special event permit. Klieg lights Shall be placed only on the property where the sale is being held. Personal property 1 sign per street 2 times within a 12- Allowed in sale sign frontage. 3 sq.ft 4 ft. month period. compliance with Section 20.42.100(B) (Exemptions to Sign Permit Requirement). Revise Section 20.42.090 (B) B. Placement of Temporary Signs. 1. Signs are allowed on private property only and shall not be placed in public rights-of-way or at off-site locations. 2. Signs may be placed only on building frontages in locations where permanent signs are allowed. 3. Sign shall not be attached to temporary structures, except restaurant menu signs, which may be attached to easel-like structures, and A-frame signs. Add new Section 20.42.090 (G) G. A-Frame Signs. A-frame signs shall be allowed in commercial zoning districts in Corona del Mar (See Area Map A-4) only subject to the followinq regulations: 1. Number. One (1) A-frame sign per tenant space. 2. Location. a. All A-frame signs shall be located on the property of the business. A-frame signs shall be located within ten (10) feet of the primary entrance of the business or of a pedestrian plaza, courtyard, or arcade, provided they do not interfere with pedestrian ingress or egress as required by the Building Code or Fire Code. b. A-frame signs shall not be located within landscaped areas. 3. Separation. A minimum distance of three (3) feet shall be maintained from any other A-frame sign or portable sign. 4. Area. Not to exceed ten (10) square feet. 5. Height. Not to exceed forty-eight (48) inches. 6. Duration. A-frame signs shall be utilized only during regular business hours and shall be removed during non-business hours. 7. Additional Regulations. a. No illumination is allowed. b. No flags, pennants, balloons, or other attention attracting devices shall be displayed. c. No A-Frame Sign shall have more than two sign faces. d. A-frame signs may have re-writable surfaces, such as chalk boards or dry- erase boards; the use of paper or cloth is not permitted unless located within a glass or plastic enclosure. e. A-frame signs shall be designed so as to remain upright in a moderate wind. f. In compliance with Section 20.30.130 (Traffic Safety Visibility Area), A-frame signs shall be located so as not to impede vehicular sight distance. g. A-frame signs shall not obstruct parking spaces or vehicle maneuvering areas. New Section 20.42.100 - Exemptions to Sign Permit Requirement Add new Section 20.42.100 (13)(1)(u) U. A-Frame Signs. A-frame signs in compliance with Section 20.42.090(G) (A-Frame Signs).