CITY OF ORANGE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES FINAL

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1 CITY OF ORANGE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES FINAL Committee Members Present: Tim McCormack - Chair Carol Fox Vice Chair Robert Imboden Craig Wheeler March 18, 2015 Staff in Attendance: Jennifer Le, Acting Principal Planner Robert Garcia, Senior Planner Kelly Christensen Ribuffo, Associate Planner Jeff Borchardt, Assistant Planner Sharon Penttila, Recording Secretary Administrative Session 5:00 Chair McCormack opened the Administrative Session at 5:16 p.m. Chair McCormack inquired if there was any Policy or Procedural information. Jennifer Le, Acting Principal Planner, made two agenda corrections regarding the project numbers for item #4 which should read DRC No and item #5 should read DRC No She also stated the minutes from the last meeting are taking longer due to the in-depth study session discussion on the City s demolition review process for historic resources, and they should be available for review at the next meeting. Ms. Le announced that the City Council appointed a new DRC member by the name of Anne McDermott and she most likely will be joining the Committee the second meeting in April. Marissa Moshier, Associate Planner, had additional information on the Pizza Press located at 155 N. Glassell which was before the DRC last fall. She explained the painted sign that was uncovered during renovation was damaged. The applicant has offered to have a sign painter restore the sign and Ms. Moshier is working with the painter performing the restoration. Committee Member Wheeler made a motion to close the Administrative Session of the Design Review Committee meeting. Carol Fox Administrative Session adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

2 Page 2 of 11 Regular Session 5:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: All Committee Members were present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Opportunity for members of the public to address the Design Review Committee on matters not listed on the Agenda. There were no speakers. CONSENT ITEMS: (1) APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

3 Page 3 of 11 AGENDA ITEMS Continued Items: New Agenda Items: (2) DRC No TUSTIN STREET CENTER Façade remodel and site improvements of an existing center within the former Tustin Redevelopment Area N. Tustin Street Staff Contact: Robert Garcia, , rgarcia@cityoforange.org DRC Action: Final Determination Committee Member Imboden made a motion to move this item to the end of the agenda due to the absence of the applicant: Craig Wheeler

4 Page 4 of 11 (3) MNSP No /DRC No CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY HILBERT MUSEUM A proposal to renovate an existing 10,000 SF industrial building into an art museum with an accessory dance studio. 166 N. Cypress Street Staff Contact: Kelly Ribuffo, , kribuffo@cityoforange.org DRC Action: Recommendation to the Community Development Director Kelly Christensen Ribuffo, Associate Planner, presented a project overview consistent with the Staff Report. Ken Ryan, from KTGY, introduced Kris Olson, Troy Aday, Megan Penn, and Robert Curley who were available for questions on this project. Mr. Ryan gave a brief overview of the project. He explained that this temporary museum would be housing the Hilbert Collection art collection, and it would be open to the public. Mr. Olson stated they have requested a change of address from Cypress Street to Atchison Street. Public Comments: Chair McCormack opened the item to the Public for comments. Jason Ferrar, address on file, was concerned with potential traffic issues on Atchison Street, since it is a one-way street. Committee Member Imboden did clarify that the purpose of the DRC was to review the aesthetics of the project and suggested that Mr. Ferrar could follow up with City staff about traffic issues. Chair McCormack opened the item to the Committee for discussion. The Committee had the following questions and comments: Asked whether finish material on canopies will be the same as the existing canopies on the dance center. Applicant clarified it will match Digital Media and Art Center finishes. Type of cap being used on the brick veneer Type of cap being used at the top of the furred out wall sections on the East elevation Existing Orchid tree near the driveway on the northwest corner should be transplanted to the new location on the southwest corner of the property Vertical edge with thin brick veneer appears to be a weak transition of materials and prefer the transition align with the panel joint Location of electrical meters and panels Long term use of the building Curb could be along the same line as the wheel stops which would increase the planter width Landscape concept Use of the London Plane tree and the existing Magnolia trees Awning approval by Public Works

5 Page 5 of 11 Committee Member Imboden asked staff if a project coming to the DRC could include language in the staff reports that provide background on previous reviews of any Chapman Specific Plan EIR associated projects, and specifically how they fit into it. Committee Member Imboden made a motion to recommend approval of MNSP No and DRC No to the Community Development Director based on the findings and conditions listed in the Staff Report and with the additional conditions: 1. The transition and height of the brick veneer at the north façade shall be located to align with the existing concrete panel joint. 2. The existing bottlebrush street tree on the southeast corner of the property shall be replaced with a London Plane. 3. Should the proposed canopies on the east façade not be permitted by Public Works, drawings for that elevation shall return to the DRC for further review. With the following recommendations: 1. Relocation of the existing Orchid tree to the southern location as shown on the drawings, if deemed feasible by the project landscape architect. 2. Instead of using wheel stops, as indicated in the plans, work with City staff to determine if the walkway curb can be extended 24 inches out from the building, with the curb acting as the wheel stop. Carol Fox

6 Page 6 of 11 4) MNSP No /DRC No CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY HASHINGER TEMPORARY LABORATORY A proposal to install a temporary modular chemistry laboratory in an existing parking lot next to the Hashinger Science Center. 346 N. Center Street Staff Contact: Kelly Ribuffo, , kribuffo@cityoforange.org DRC Action: Recommendation to the Community Development Director Kelly Christensen Ribuffo, Associate Planner, presented a project overview consistent with the Staff Report. Public Comments: Chair McCormack opened the item to the Public for comments. There were none. Chair McCormack opened the item to the Committee for discussion. The Committee had the following questions and comments: Length of extension Community Development Director can approve Reconstruction of the parking lot after removal of temporary laboratory Need for more screening from the public right away Extension of planter on the North elevation Siding placed on the modular in the field or does it come from the factory Trim of the roofline Corner trim Horizontal seam between the building s siding and the skirting Parapet around the building Roof drainage Material of the steps and ramp Handrail/guards for the steps and ramp Type of curb to be used Plant height and maintenance Rationale for irrigation type Drainage Sprinkler spacing Temporary nature of the structure, and what the Specific Plan permits Committee Member Imboden made a motion to recommend approval of MNSP No and DRC No to the Community Development Director, based on the findings and conditions listed in the Staff Report, and with the additional conditions:

7 Page 7 of The existing parking lot shall be resurfaced with slurry coat and restriping upon removal of the temporary structure. 2. Screening landscape planter along the north side at the ramp location shall be extended to the greatest extent possible. 3. T1-11 skirt facing shall be provided at the exposed outer edges of the ramps and stairs. 4. Building shall be field sided to avoid horizontal joints. 5. Ligustrum screening shall be maintained at half the height of the proposed building. 6. Planter sprinkler emitters shall be provided at 2 units per shrub. 7. Solid wood corner boards shall be provided for the building. 8. A fabric layer over 3 gravel shall be added at the base of the planter beds. With the following recommendation: 1. The DRC recommends to the Community Development Director that should an extension to continue use of the building be requested, that it be extended no more than six months following the occupancy of the Center for Science and Technology. Craig Wheeler

8 (5) DRC No TUSKATELLA EL POLLO LOCO REMODEL City of Orange Design Review Committee Page 8 of 11 A proposal to remodel the façade of the existing El Pollo Loco E. Katella Ave. Staff Contact: Jeff Borchardt, , jborchardt@cityoforange.org DRC Action: Final Determination Jeff Borchardt, Assistant Planner, presented a project overview consistent with the Staff Report. Steve Shaw, architect, explained the paint palette and the proposed façade. Public Comments: Chair McCormack opened the item to the Public for comments. There were none. Chair McCormack opened the item to the Committee for discussion. The Committee had the following questions and comments: Lighting behind the grill Existing lights on the roof Grill location Signage under separate approval by staff Committee Member Fox made a motion to approve DRC No based on the findings and conditions listed in the Staff Report, and with the additional condition: 1. The light packs that are roof mounted and facing upward on the tile roof shall be removed. Craig Wheeler

9 Page 9 of 11 (2) DRC No TUSTIN STREET CENTER Façade remodel and site improvements of an existing center within the former Tustin Redevelopment Area N. Tustin Street Staff Contact: Robert Garcia, , rgarcia@cityoforange.org DRC Action: Final Determination Robert Garcia, Senior Planner, presented a project overview consistent with the Staff Report. James Cunnings, applicant, explained the enhancements being proposed on the building, including paint color and lights. Public Comments: Chair McCormack opened the item to the Public for comments. Youssef Ibrahim, owner, stated he bought the Center last September with the intention of remodeling it to complement Tustin Street. Chair McCormack opened the item to the Committee for discussion. The Committee had the following questions and comments: Existing parapet height and the new facade Door material and framing treatment, dimensions, and direction of door swings Colored rendered elevations (what are the white gaps?) Number of items are not called out in the plans including the surfaces, finishes, material, heights, dimensions, exterior lighting on the side and rear of the building and unclear on the existing store front conditions Concern with the proposal to add tall parapet elements on the edge of a cantilever element which adds visual weight without support. Suggestion to either add columns to support the weight, or reduce the parapet mass. Bracing for the new parapet Suggested the curved parapet on north and south elevation be thickened Suggested painting downspouts on the rear elevation Suggested hiding the wires on rear elevation Need for a roof plan that shows the parapet returns and the offset distance between the different parapets on the front Signage location and size Patching of former doors on the back elevation Landscaping and the box size or brown trunk height of the king palm When the applicant returns, the Committee would like to see the following: 1. The heights of all parapets 2. Dimensioned roof plan to show parapets and returns 3. Material callout 4. Whether canopy on the north side is existing, and will it be painted or surfaced in metal

10 5. Label all finish material 6. Whether the finish is to match existing finish 7. Detail on the lighting plans including wall packs and under lighting City of Orange Design Review Committee Page 10 of 11 Committee Member Fox made a motion to continue DRC No based on the comments made during the meeting requesting more information on the plans, rethinking the parapet heights at the ends, lighting, landscaping and location of proposed signage to a date uncertain: Craig Wheeler

11 Page 11 of 11 ADJOURNMENT: Committee Member Imboden made a motion to adjourn to the next regularly scheduled Design Review Committee meeting on April 1, Carol Fox Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.