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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 8513RESOLUTION NO. 8513 A RESOLUTION OF. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS ADOPTING SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE TRANSIT VILLAGES SPECIFIC PLAN (SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 65) FOR TEXT AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 4, DEVELOPMENT CODE. WHEREAS, on October 18, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8400 approving and adopting Specific Plan No. 65 known as the "Transit Villages Specific Plan"; and WHEREAS, on October 18, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8399 certifying and adopting a Final Environmental Impact Report for Specific Plan No. 65; and WHEREAS, the City of Redlands has initiated Specific Plan Amendment No. 1 to the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65) to make minor changes to the sign regulations contained therein; and WHEREAS, on July 11, 2023, the Planning Commission held a noticed public hearing at which interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or opposition to, Amendment No. 1 to the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65); and WHEREAS, on August 8, 2023, the Planning Commission held a noticed public hearing at which interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or opposition to, Amendment No. 1 to the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65); and WHEREAS, on August 8, 2023, the Planning Commission determined that the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65) will be consistent with the 2035 General Plan; and WHEREAS, on August 8, 2023, the Planning Commission recommended to the City Council that proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65) be approved; and WHEREAS, the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65) is exempt from environmental review in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Government Code section 65090, on or about September 8, 2023, the City Clerk gave notice by publication in a newspaper of general circulation of the holding of a public hearing at which Resolution No. 8513 would be considered by City Council; and WHEREAS, on September 19, 2023, the City Council held a noticed public hearing at which interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or opposition to, Resolution No. 8513. 1 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. California Environmental Quality Act. The proposed amendment to certain text of the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65) does not require environmental review in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"). Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), this proposal is exempt from environmental review because there is no possibility that the specific plan amendment may have a significant effect on the environment, insofar as it would make a minor modification to the text of the existing sign regulations and emergency shelter standards contained in the Transit Villages Specific Plan. SECTION 2. Chapter 4 (Development Code) of the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65), Section 4.9 entitled "Sign Standards," subsection (F)(6) entitled "Wall Sign," is hereby amended to read as follows: "a. Definition. A sign painted or applied directly to the wall, typically above the storefront or more creatively as approved by the City. This type consists of a single panel or individual letters and/or logo and does not include cabinet signs. This type of sign is intended for viewing from across the street, along the sidewalk, or from an internal plaza or pedestrian passageway. b. Design Standards i. Maximum one wall sign per business along frontage. In multi -tenant buildings, only businesses with ground floor frontage along the sidewalk, internal plaza, or pedestrian passage shall be allowed a wall sign. ii. Wall signs shall be located above the storefront and at least 12 inches from any eave, edge of building, or top of parapet. iii. Maximum thickness of sign as measured from the wall shall not exceed four inches. iv. Minimum of 24 inches between the sign and any windows or doors. v. Internal illumination is permitted for signs on buildings not designated as a historic resource. vi. For designated historic buildings, if illuminated, external illumination is required and shall be mounted to maintain visual integrity of the sign. vii. Wall sign square footage shall not be transferred to other businesses or other building frontages. viii. Cabinet signs or replaceable face signs are prohibited. ix. In all districts, a business within an existing non-residential (commercial or industrial) building shall be permitted to have one wall sign on the primary street or parking lot frontage." 2 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm SECTION 3. Chapter 4 (Development Code) of the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65), Section 4.9 entitled "Sign Standards," subsection (F)(4) entitled "Canopy Sign," is hereby amended to read as follows: "a. Definition. A pedestrian -oriented sign that is mounted on top of a horizontal awning parallel to the sidewalk. b. Design Standards. i. Maximum of one (1) sign per storefront. ii. Canopy signs only permitted on ground floor canopies and expressly prohibited on upper story canopies. iii. Encroachment permit required if canopy encroaches into right-of-way. iv. Internal illumination is permitted for signs on buildings not designated as a historic resource. v. For designated historic buildings, if a canopy sign is illuminated, external illumination is required and shall be mounted to maintain visual integrity of the sign. vi. Cabinet signs or replaceable face signs are prohibited." SECTION 4. Chapter 4 (Development Code) of the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65), Section 4.9, entitled "Signage Standards," is recommended to add new subsection No. 6 and read as follows: "6. Sign Illumination and Brightness. a. Internally illuminated signs shall be limited to the following maximum brightness: i. Neon signs: Shall not exceed thirty (30) milliamps. ii. Halo or back -lighting shall not count toward the total sign area. b. Externally illuminated signs shall be limited to the following standards and maximum brightness: i. Reflective -type bulbs and exposed incandescent lamps/bulbs shall not exceed fifteen (15) watts, or the equivalent brightness for LED and other types of lighting. ii. External light sources shall be shielded and directed to limit direct illumination of any object other than the sign. 3 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm c. Illumination, if provided, shall be constant in intensity and color. Lighting shall not blink, flash, spin, or exhibit changing luminance. Lighting shall not exhibit changing colors, hue, shade, or tint. d. Lighting shall be designed and maintained to avoid negative impacts on surrounding properties and public rights -of -way. e. Lighting adjacent to residential uses shall not exceed one-half (0.5) foot-candle as measured at the residential property line. f. Each illuminated sign shall be subject to a thirty (30) day review period, during which time the Development Services Director may determine that a reduction in illumination is necessary due to negative impacts on surrounding property or the community. Notwithstanding the above standards, the Development Services Director may order the dimming of any sign illumination determined to be excessively bright." SECTION 5. Chapter 4 (Development Code) of the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65), Section 4.2, subsection (B) entitled "Zones Established," is hereby amended to read as follows: "7. Special District 1 (SD1) The Special District 1 zone applies to school and other institutional sites. New buildings accommodate educational, religious, and other civic uses. Parking is located in surface parking lots or garages. Development standards are negotiated between the institutional entity and the City. Signs located on SD1 properties shall be subject to the provisions of Redlands Municipal Code Chapter 15.36 (Sign Code) that are applicable to properties within the C-3, General Commercial District of RMC Title 18." SECTION 6. Chapter 4 (Development Code) of the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65), Section 4.8, entitled "Emergency Shelter Standards," is hereby amended to read as follows: "4.8. Emergency Shelter Standards A. Purpose. This Section provides a definition and development standards for Emergency Shelters within the Transit Villages Specific Plan area and are designed to make such buildings and uses compatible with surrounding buildings and uses. B. Definition. Emergency Shelter shall be defined as: "Housing with minimal supportive services for homeless persons that is limited to occupancy of six months or less by a homeless person. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inability to pay" (California Health and Safety Code, Section 4 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm 50801). Emergency shelter may also include other interim interventions, including, but not limited to, a navigation center, bridge housing, and respite or recuperative care. C. Applicability. The requirements of this Section apply to all renovations of existing Emergency Shelter buildings, all additions to existing Shelter Buildings, and new Emergency buildings within the applicable zones of this Transit Villages Specific Plan. D. Design and Development Standards 1. Minimum / Maximum Number of Persons /Beds. Emergency shelters may have a minimum of 25 beds/persons for overnight occupants per facility. The Maximum number of Persons/beds shall be based on building occupancy requirements established by the building official for the structure(s). Facilities shall be designed with separate areas for males, females, and families with children. 2. On -site Supervisors. A minimum of two on -site supervisors one (1) male and one (1) female shall be present on site during the hours of operation. Additional supervisors shall be required on site at a ratio of one (1) supervisor for every twenty (20) persons. 3. Waiting and Intake Areas. Each emergency shelter shall provide a minimum interior waiting area of no less than 500 square feet and be of adequate space to accommodate waiting clients in order to prevent queuing outside of the building and public right-of-way. 4. Separation Requirements. A minimum distance of two hundred (200) feet shall be maintained from other emergency shelters. The distance separation shall be measured in a straight line between the property lines of each use without regard to intervening structures or objectives. 5. Length of Stay. Individuals and families may not stay at an emergency shelter for more than a total of 180 days in a consecutive 12 month period. 6. Lighting. Adequate external lighting shall be provided for security purposes in compliance with Section 4.11 (On -Site Landscape, Outdoor Lighting, and Public Art Standards). 7. Security. Parking and outdoor facilities shall be designed to provide security for clients, visitors, employees, neighbors and the public. On -Site supervisory and security personnel shall be provided at all times during the hours the shelter is in operation, with security provided at both interior and exterior locations. In addition, the area surrounding the shelter site during hours that the shelter is in operation shall be patrolled by the facilities security personnel, to ensure that homeless persons who have been denied access are not congregating in the neighborhood. 5 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm 8. Parking. Sufficient parking shall be provided to accommodate all staff working in the emergency shelter on the largest shift, provided that the standard does not require more parking for the emergency shelter than other residential or commercial uses within the same zone. SECTION 7. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption. ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 19th day ► t- • ei72-65-37) ddie Tejeda, Mayor ATTEST: e Donaldson, City Clerk 6 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm I, Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk, City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at the regular meeting thereof, held on the 19th day of September 2023, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Barich, Davis, Guzman -Lowery; Mayor Tejeda NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Saucedo ABSTAINED: None Donaldson, City Clerk 7 I:\Resolutions\Res 8500-8599\8513-Clean-Reso_Amendment_.docx-jm