05-03-2000 DRC MinutesCITY OF ORANGE
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE
MINUTES
for Wednesday, May 3, 2000
Committee Members Present: Leonard Filner
Vern Jones"`
Mark Paone
Joe Woollett (Vice Chair)
Replaced Linda Boone for this meeting)
Staff in Attendance: Chuck Lau, Associate Planner
Howard Morris, Landscape Coordinator
Committee Members Absent: Linda Boone
Susan Secoy
Administrative Session - 4:30 P.M.
The board met for an administrative session beginning at 4:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at
approximately 7:45 p.m.
The election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson was deferred to the May 17, 2000 meeting.
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Regular Session - 5:30 PM
REVIEW OF MINUTES:
A motion was made by Leonard Filner to approve the March 22, 2000 minutes with the
following corrections:
DRC #3380 -Orange Commerce Center, page 3, paragraph 1, sentence 2 amended as follows:
Based on photographs of the site, it appears that there were some existing trees along Main
Street that I~e-be were removed from in front of the building.
Paragraph 3, sentence 2 amended as follows:
However, they would be agreeable to extend a row of palm trees to match those along the Main
Street frontage in front of the building.
DRC #3527 - 24 Hour Fitness, page 8, paragraph 2, sentence 1 amended as follows:
Leonard Filner stated that the landscape concept is good, a exhibiting proper selection of
planting materials that fit well within the space provided.
DRC #3528 -Frank Chao page 9, paragraph 3, sentence 2 amended as follows:
Some changes include elimination of the sl:e~tes stone on the exterior, and the different window
treatment.
SECOND:Joe Woollett
AYES:Leonard Filner, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:Vern Jones
MOTION CARRIED
The review and approval of the April 19, 2000 minutes was deferred to the May 17, 2000
meeting.
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1. DRC No. 3299 -SPIRIT & TRUTH WORSHIP CENTER
Final landscape review for an approved new church facility
4700 E. Walnut Avenue
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
SECOND: Leonard Filner
AYES: Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES: None
ABSENT: Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED: None
MOTION CARRIED
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2. DRC No. 3494 -HOLY SEPULCHER CEMETERY
Expansion of an existing cemetery to include the addition of a new mausoleum, new crypts,
expansion of burial areas, enlarging of existing maintenance buildings, and remodeling of
the entry gates.
7845 Santiago Canyon Road
DRC Action: Final Determination
The project was presented by the project architect Mr. Dan White, and the manager of the
cemetery Mr. Kevin Aines. This is a review of the revised plans per the DRC's request from the
previous meeting on 12/8/99. The revisions include details of the fencing and landscaping
treatment along the east property boundary. The mausoleum will now be built in its entirety,
rather than phased construction. There are some legality issues regarding the recreation trail
that will be resolved at a later date with the City Attorney's Office and/or the City Council.
MOTION by Mark Paone to approve the project with the following conditions:
1. The issues regarding the recreation trail to be resolved at a later date with the appropriate
City departments and/or agencies.
2. Submit final landscape and irrigation plans to Community Services Department for approval.
Final plans to include City required inspection notes.
SECOND:Vern Jones
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones,
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
MOTION CARRIED
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3. DRC No. 3520 -JOHN HILLS
Revised building elevation plans and finish material for a garage extension and second
story deck addition of an existing single family residence in Old Towne
214 N. Pine Street
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Mark Paone to approve the project as submitted.
The approval is based on the finding that the proposed work conform with the standards and
design criteria referenced by the Design Review Committee. The proposed work complies with
the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines. The proposed work will neither
adversely affect the significant architectural features of the building, nor adversely affect the
character of historical, architectural, or aesthetic interest or value of the building, its site, or the
surrounding area.
SECOND: Vern Jones
AYES: Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES: None
ABSENT: Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED: None
MOTION CARRIED
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4. DRC No. 3534 -DAN'S CHEVRON
Replacement new automotive service station with mini mart
3301 E. Chapman Avenue
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
SECOND: Leonard Filner
AYES: Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES: None
ABSENT: Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED: None
MOTION CARRIED
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5. DRC No. 3536 - ALBERTSON'S
Renovation of an existing super market
940 N. Tustin Street
DRC Action: Final Determination
Applicant requested for continuance prior to start of meeting)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to continue the project.
SECOND:Mark Paone
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
MOTION CARRIED
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6. DRC No. 3537 - KATELLA PLAZA
Renovation of an existing retail shopping center
1333 N. Glassell St. & 215, 217-317 E. Katella Avenue
DRC Action: Final Determination
The project was presented by the project architect Mr. Lon Bike, and the property manager Ms.
Karen Stinson. Amore current color rendering and landscape concept plan have been
included, as well as a revised color palette and material sample.
The DRC raised concerns with the size of the Queen Palms (15 gal.) may be too small for this
project. The palm trees should be specified at minimum 8 ft. brown trunk height instead.
MOTION by Mark Paone to approve the project with the following conditions:
1. The Palm trees in the parking lot area shall be minimum 8 ft. brown trunk height.
2. The Palm trees in front of the building and along Katella Avenue shall be minimum 8 ft.
brown trunk height, or may be higher (matching) at the option of the applicant.
3. Provide screen hedge in parking lot area. Applicant to work with City staff to determine the
specific planting materials.
4. Submit final landscape and irrigation plans to Community Services Department for approval.
Final plans to include City required inspection notes.
SECOND: Vern Jones
AYES: Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES: None
ABSENT: Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED: None
MOTION CARRIED
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7. DRC No. 3540 - CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
Demolition of an existing parking lot and replace with a new 700 car parking structure at
a university campus located within the Old Towne District
One University Drive
DRC Action: Recommendation to Planning Commission
The project was presented by the project manager for Chapman University Mr. John Biggs, and
the project architect Bob Hornacek.
Mr. Hornacek stated that there are three official documents that governs this project; 1)
Chapman University Specific Plan, 2) Old Towne Design Standards, 3) Southwest
Redevelopment Project Area Design Standards. After reading through these documents
however, the words "Parking Structure" never came up. Mr. Hornacek therefore sensed that
what he needs to produce is an attractive, unobtrusive, background building, and he believes
that he has accomplished that. There are 2 new schemes that are being submitted, along with
computer graphic exhibits with the parking structure in context with the surrounding area.
Joe Woollett opened the meeting to public comments.
The following people spoke in opposition to the proiect:
John Aleccia
Ann Seibert
Janet Crenshaw
Karen Higgin
Joan Crawford
Mary Anne Skorpanich
Bob Mickelson spoke in favor of the project.
Mark Paone reiterated his concern that the submittal should include the new chapel to better
understand the overall impact of this project.
Bob Hornacek explained that the plans for the new chapel will be submitted to the DRC at a
later date.
Mark Paone appreciates the public's input and comments. Mr. Paone stated that Scheme #1 is
going in the right direction - it Is more in-tune with the historic district. The landscape plans still
needs more scrutiny, particularly with the selection of the planting materials. The landscape
plans also needs to show all the hardscape areas such as pedestrian walkways and other
outdoor spaces. The south elevation should be designed in such a manner that if the chapel
does not get built, that the parking structure can stand alone in terms of design.
Joe Woollett agreed that Scheme #1 is more responsive to the community - it provides a better
transition from an institutional building to the neighborhood. He is inclined to accept the revised
plans, and make recommendations to the Planning Commission.
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MOTION by Joe Woollett to recommend approval to the Planning Commission with the
following conditions:
1. Design Scheme #1 is accepted. Final elevations shall be re-submitted to the DRC for
approval. Final plans to include further development to show how Scheme #1 relates to the
entire structure, and fenestration of the landscape elements on the structure.
2. The landscape concept plans are excluded from this approval. The landscape plans need
further study and refinement, and shall include all hardscape areas such as pedestrian
walkways and all other outdoor spaces.
The recommendation for approval is based on the finding that the proposed work conforms with
the standards and design criteria referenced and recommended by the Design Review
Committee. The proposed work complies with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and
Guidelines. The proposed work is compatible with, and therefore will not adversely affect the
use and design of existing buildings within Old Towne. The proposed work complies with the
City's adopted Chapman University Specific Plan and Southwest Design Standards.
SECOND:Mark Paone
AYES:Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:Leonard Filner
MOTION CARRIED
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8. DRC No. 3542 -HIDE-A-WAY RESTAURANT
Addition of new awning and outdoor patio dining area for an existing restaurant
2117 N. Orange Olive Road
DRC Action: Final Determination
The project was presented by the owner Mr. Badih Maroun, and Mr. Matt Walker. The proposal
is to add a new awning and outdoor patio dining area in front of an existing restaurant. The
patio would be enclosed by a low masonry block wall covered over with a stucco finish. The
awning is made of a fire retardant acrylic fabric.
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
SECOND:Leonard Filner
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
MOTION CARRIED
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9. DRC No. 3543 - CARL'S JR. RESTAURANT
New restaurant with drive-thru lane
NWC The City Drive & Enterprise @ The Block at Orange
DRC Action: Recommendation to Planning Commission
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project with the following conditions:
1. Submit final landscape and irrigation plans to Community Services Department for approval.
Final plans to include City required inspection notes.
2. Project approval includes signage.
SECOND: Leonard Filner
AYES: Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES: None
ABSENT: Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED: None
MOTION CARRIED
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10. DRC No. 3545 - BANK OF AMERICA
New sign program for an existing bank
941 N. Tustin Street
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
SECOND:Vern Jones
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
MOTION CARRIED
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11. DRC No. 3546 -SHELL SERVICE STATION
Renovation and new signage for an existing automotive service station
4035 E. Chapman Avenue
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
SECOND:Mark Paone
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
MOTION CARRIED
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12. DRC No. 3547 -SHELL SERVICE STATION
Renovation and new signage for an existing automotive service station
889 S. Tustin Street
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
SECOND:Mark Paone
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
MOTION CARRIED
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13. DRC No. 3548 - BIAGIO MANCINI
Room addition for an existing single family residence in Old Towne
158 S. Harwood Street (Contributing Structure)
DRC Action: Final Determination
Approved as consent item)
MOTION by Joe Woollett to approve the project as submitted.
The approval is based on the finding that the proposed work conform with the standards and
design criteria referenced by the Design Review Committee. The proposed work complies with
the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines. The proposed work will neither
adversely affect the significant architectural features of the building, nor adversely affect the
character of historical, architectural, or aesthetic interest or value of the building, its site, or the
surrounding area.
SECOND:Leonard Filner
AYES:Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES:None
ABSENT:Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED:None
MOTION CARRIED
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14. DRC No. 3550 - GUILDED TREASURES
Replacement projecting sign and new awnings for a retail business in Old Towne
155 N. Glassell Street (Contributing Structure)
DRC Action: Final Determination
The project was presented by Mr. Jim Stoerzer with Children's Hospital of Orange County
CHOC). The proposal is to replace an existing projecting sign and awning along the retail
business storefront. Also proposed is to add a small round shaped awning over the rear
entrance.
The DRC felt that the rear awning should also be a shed type to match the awning in front.
MOTION by Vern Jones to approve the project with the following conditions:
1. The rear awning shall be a shed type to match the awning in front.
2. All exposed iron work shall be painted black.
The approval is based on the finding that the proposed work conform with the standards and
design criteria referenced by the Design Review Committee. The proposed work complies with
the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines. The proposed work will neither
adversely- affect the significant architectural features of the building, nor adversely affect the
character of historical, architectural, or aesthetic interest or value of the building, its site, or the
surrounding area.
SECOND: Mark Paone
AYES: Leonard Filner, Vern Jones, Mark Paone, Joe Woollett
NOES: None
ABSENT: Linda Boone, Susan Secoy
ABSTAINED: None
MOTION CARRIED
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