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1994-06-01 Final DRC MinutesCity of Orange Design Review Board MINUTES Conference Room "C" Wednesday, June 1, 1994 Board members present.: Board members absent: Staff in attendance: Item 1) Steven Prothero, Beau Shigetomi and Erika Wolfe Robert Homacek and David Kent Jim Donovan, Howard Moms and Dan Ryan Administrative Session - 4:00 P.M. A motion was made to approve the minutes of meetings held on May 18, 1994 as recorded, subject to elimination of landscaping requirements for Item #7: DRB 2977, "A White Dove." by: Erika Wolfe 2nd: Steven Prothero ayes: Steven Prothero, Beau Shigetomi and Erika Wolfe noes: None absent: Robert Hornacek and David Kent MOTION CARRIED City of Orange Design Review Board Minutes June 1, 1994 Page 2 Item 2) Final Items - Regular Session - 5:00 p.m. DRB 2966: I.C.1. HOLDINGS MUSIL PERKOWITZ RUTH, INC.; BEAU SHIGETOMI ASSOCIATES 2512-2642 E. CHAPMAN AVE. (S.E.C. AT YORBA ST.) Building elevations and planting plan for the approved expansion of a Lucky's supermarket, and an ancillary fagade renovation for the existing multi-tenant commercial spaces. C-1, Limited Business District. The plans were presented by Michael Heinrich and Curt Joyner. The board asked Mr. Heinrich to demonstrate the differences between this and the preliminary proposal. The applicant replied that modifications to plans are consistent with comments that the board made during preliminary review. The supermarket's north elevation has changed, lines are shown to fill blank spots on the east elevation (with corresponding wells shown on the landscaping plan) and columns have been added to north and west elevations of the multi- tenant commercial building. The board concluded that these modifications are sufficient. Motion: to approve the final building elevations as submitted. Final landscape and irrigation plans may be reviewed and approved by staff. (After approval by the "Ad Hoc Tree Committee"). by: Steven Prothero 2nd: Erika Wolfe ayes: Steven Prothero and Erika Wolfe noes: None absent: Robert Homacek and David Kent abstain: Beau Shigetomi MOTION CARRIED Staff Recommendations and Requirements Preliminary landscape plans show additional plant material added to north and west walls of Lucky Food Center as requested by the DRB, and relocation of historical ficus tree. • Submit final landscape and irrigation plans to the Design Review Board per DRB Guidelines. City of Orange Design Review Board Minutes June 1, 1994 Page 3 Item 3) DRB 2979: BYBLOS (DAVID KENT) 129 W. CHAPMAN AVE. Facade alteration for the ground floor of a building in the Plaza Historic District; C- 1, or Limited Business District, Southwest Redevelopment Project Area. The board had several comments that were intended as advisory. The applicant should check with the Health Department to determine whether regulations will allow an open storefront so close to a food storage and preparation area. On the basis of prior experience with Health Department regulations, one board member felt that the kitchen area will probably have to be isolated to keep insec#s out. Additionally, the staff and the board had concerns about a forthcoming seismic retrofit project that might affect the appearance of the building, if left open. The building's owner has obtained approval of plans to install a "moment frame" just behind the masonry fagade. There were some doubts that the structural elements could be effectively concealed when integrated with the proposed open front. The staff also cited Secretary of Interior guidelines for buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, suggesting that face of a historic building should be treated as a plane, whereby existing storefronts should be maintained along the edge of the sidewalk. The board commended the applicant for an attempt to enliven the public right-of-way. However, the board feels that the project should remain consistent with the Interior Secretary's guidelines. Motion: to approve the proposal so long as fixed, divided-light glass panels are aligned with the wainscot and posts adjacent to the sidewalk. The doorway may be recessed, as originally proposed. Final plans may be reviewed and approved by the Senior Planner, Historic Preservation. by: Steven Prothero 2nd: Erika Wolfe ayes: Steven Prothero, Beau Shigetomi and Erika Wolfe noes: None absent: Robert Homacek and David Kent MOTION CARRIED City of Orange Design Review Board Minufes June 1, 1994 Page 4 Item 4) DRB 2980: ORANGE COUNTY ALTERNATOR, INC. (HYMES PETERS ARCHITECTS, INC.) 1922 N. MAIN ST. Industrial building addition; M-2 District, Northwest R.P.A. The proposal was introduced by Randall Jepson, architect, and Alan Evanson, owner of the business. Motion: to approve the proposal subject to the following conditions: A) Landscaping shall be provided at the northwest comer of the parking lot, in surplus area between the last parking space and the wall of the proposed addition. 8) Trees shall be provided within diamond wells, to be installed at the "head end" of parking spaces; two within the center of the parking lot, and another two along the northern property line. C) A final landscape and irrigation plan shall be prepared and submitted to staff for review and approval. D) The required trash enclosure shall be recessed within the building, with direct external access provided as suggested during the meeting by Mr. Evanson. by: Erika Wolfe 2nd: Steven Prothero ayes: Steven Prothero, Beau Shigetomi and Erika Wolfe noes: None absent: Robert Homacek and David Kent MOTION CARRIED Staff Recommendations and Requirements Add plant material and irrigation system per Design Review Board Guidelines. • Submit final landscape and irrigation plan to the DRB. City of Orange Design Review Board Minutes June 1, 1994 Page 5 Item 5) DRB 2981: '°ORANGE PARK HEIGHTS" (MILT GALBRAITH) GRUEBEL CO./LIM CHANG 8° ASSOCIATES 340 N. NEWPORT AVE. Recommendation: senior housing development proposed in a C-1 District, through Conditional Use Permit 2064. Planning Commission hearing is scheduled for July 6, 1994. An extensive presentation was made by Jeny Gruebel and Milt Galbraith. The board had several questions about the opportunity for public review and comment, grading plans, the crib wall located at the rear of the project, and other related issues. Mr. Gruebel indicated that the adjacent homeowners association will support -the proposal, since the rooftops will sit below the pad elevation of each residence. Mr. Gruebel also stated that the project will be designed with a rooftop that is residential in character, including tiled roofs and no exposed mechanical equipment. Motion: to recommend approval of preliminary building elevations and landscaping plans. Amore detailed final proposal will be submitted for review and approval by the board. by: Erika Wolfe 2nd: Steven Prothero ayes: Steven Prothero, Beau Shigetomi and Erika Wolfe noes: None absent: Robert Homacek and David FCent MOTION CARRIED Adjournment: 6:45 P. M.