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CORONADO

DESIGN REVIEW

COMMISSION

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

3 P.M.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2017

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DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2017

3 P.M.

CORONADO CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS

1825 STRAND WAY, CORONADO, CALIFORNIA

PRELIMINARIES

Roll Call

Pg 01 Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 10, 2017

DIRECTORS REPORT

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER MATTERS

Each person wishing to speak before the Design Review Commission on any matter shall approach the

Commission, give name, and limit address to three (3) minutes. State law generally precludes the Commission

from discussing or acting upon any topic initially presented during oral communication. Your information may

be received, placed on the next agenda, or referred to the appropriate City staff.

PUBLIC HEARING

Pg 08 DR 2017-15 830 G AVENUE - Request for exterior design approval for construction of a new second

unit at the rear of 830 G Avenue located in the R-3 (Multiple Family Residential) Zone.

APPLICATIONS FOR REVIEW

Pg 16 DR 2017-16 THE PALMS OWNERS ASSOCIATION - Request for design approval for an exterior

remodel of the condominium complex at 420-432 Palm Avenue within the R-3 (Multiple Family

Residential) Zone.

Pg 23 DR 2017-17 725 THIRD STREET - Request for exterior design approval for an addition to an existing

single family dwelling with a roof deck at 725 Third Street in the R-1B (Single Family Residential) Zone.

Pg 35 DR 2017-14 726 SEVENTH STREET - Request for design approval for an exterior remodel of the

apartment complex at 712-726 Seventh Street within the R-3 (Multiple Family Residential) Zone.

ADJOURNMENT

APPLICANTS OR THEIR AGENT(S) ARE REQUESTED TO ATTEND THE DESIGN REVIEW

COMMISSION MEETING TO ANSWER QUESTIONS THAT MAY BE POSED BY THE COMMISSION.

TRADITIONALLY, THE COMMISSION HAS NOT ACTED ON APPLICATIONS WHEN THE APPLICANT

OR AN AGENT IS NOT PRESENT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL (619) 522-7326.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting or other

services offered by this City, please contact the City Clerk’s office, (619) 522-7320. Assisted listening devices are available at this

meeting. Ask the City Clerk if you desire to use this device. Upon request, the agenda and documents in the agenda packet can be made

available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time

when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibi lity to the meeting or

service.

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection

in the Department of Community Development at 1825 Strand Way during normal business hours.

CORONADO DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION

MEETING MINUTES

Regular Meeting May 10, 2017

The regular meeting of the Coronado Design Review Commission was called to order at 3 p.m.,

Wednesday, May 10, 2017, at the Coronado City Hall Council Chambers, 1825 Strand Way,

Coronado, California, by Chairperson Howard.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Crossman, Gise, Howard, Ryan

MEMBERS ABSENT: McElroy

STAFF PRESENT: Peter Fait, Associate Planner

Laura A. Ramos, Recording Secretary / Minutes Preparer

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The minutes of April 26, 2017, were approved as submitted.

DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Mr. Fait reported that the last item on today’s agenda, DR 2017-14, will be continued to the next

regular DRC meeting due to a lack of quorum as two members have a conflict of interest and one

member absent.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER MATTERS

There were no members of the public wishing to speak at this time.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

The following item was taken up first on the agenda:

DR 2017-12 206 B AVENUE – Request for exterior design approval for an addition to an

existing single family dwelling at 206 B Avenue in the R-1B (Single Family

Residential) Zone.

Commissioner Gise recused himself from participating in discussions and stepped down from the

dais as he owns property within 500 feet of the subject property.

Mr. Fait introduced the staff report as outlined in the agenda.

The applicant, Larry Anderson, gave a brief overview of the project request. He said he and his

family plan to make the residence their primary home.

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The applicant’s representative, Wade Wylie, project designer, provided an overview of the

request and answered questions of the Commission.

Chairperson Howard noted there is a small window on the one-story addition at the north

elevation and a conventional window at the east elevation. She asked if the applicant would agree

to “swap” the two windows.

Mr. Andersen explained that the north elevation area of the home will have a 6-foot perimeter

fence so the window will not be visible from the public right-of-way. He said this will be his

daughter’s room so the window is designed to allow in morning sun while retaining privacy.

Mr. Wylie explained he was advised during plan check to submit a separate permit for the fence,

which is why it is not the plans submitted today.

PUBLIC COMMENT


DISCUSSION

Chairperson Howard said she had no specific objection. She said the proposed changes are in

keeping with the architecture of the house. She mentioned that aesthetically, it helps to have the

garage pulled out a bit; however, she understands, as currently proposed, the garage does not

have sufficient depth to accommodate the minimum required parking space.

Mr. Wylie said there is a preliminary design to address the garage space issue. He said the

parking space will be pushed further into the house with no changes in FAR or structural

coverage.

Chairperson Howard stated the material palette is appropriate and changes to the garage area will

make the Second Street elevation look better. Ms. Howard said she will support the request as

submitted, assuming that changes will be made to the interior to accommodate the minimum

required parking spaces that will satisfy the Planning Department.

Commissioner Crossman said it is a nice addition; she likes the front roof, pop-out, and rear

porch as it adds interest to the house. She agreed with Chairperson Howard that the window on

the north elevation looks small; however, she noted that all of the windows look a bit small

against the vast wall space, and overall she thinks it is fine.

Commissioner Ryan said he would support the request as submitted.

ACTION

CHAIRPERSON HOWARD MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST, AS

SUBMITTED, WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

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1. THAT A MINIMUM INTERIOR GARAGE DIMENSION OF 18’ WIDE X 20’ DEEP

BE PROVIDED;

2. THAT THIS APPROVED DESIGN SHALL EXPIRE IF SUBSTANTIAL WORK ON

THE PROJECT HAS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN THREE YEARS OF THE DATE

OF DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION APPROVAL.

COMMISSIONER RYAN SECONDED THE MOTION.

AYES: Crossman, Howard, Ryan.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: McElroy.

ABSTAIN: None.

DISQUALIFIED: Gise.

The motion passed with a vote of 3-0.

There is a 10-day calendar appeal period.

Commissioner Gise returned to the dais at 3:20 p.m. All members were present except

Commissioner McElroy.

DR 2017-13 LUMO JEWELRY – Request for design approval for a new awning and sign at

940 Orange Avenue in the C/OACSP (Commercial/Orange Avenue Corridor

Specific Plan) Zone.

Mr. Fait introduced the staff report as outlined in the agenda.

The applicant/owner, Jonathan Phillips, made himself available to answer questions of the

Commission.

The applicant’s representative, Manny Loechner, Awning Solutions, Inc., answered questions of

the Commission.

PUBLIC COMMENT


DISCUSSION

Chairperson Howard said she loves the color.

Commissioner Ryan said it is a nice improvement.

ACTION

CHAIRPERSON HOWARD MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST, AS

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1. THAT NO EXPOSED RACEWAY, TRANSFORMERS OR CONDUIT BE

PERMITTED;

2. THAT ANY DAMAGE ON THE EXTERIOR FAÇADE WHICH WILL BE EXPOSED

AND VISIBLE SHALL BE REPAIRED AND PAINTED TO MATCH THE EXISTING

COLORS;




COMMISSIONER RYAN SECONDED THE MOTION.

AYES: Crossman, Gise, Howard, Ryan.

NAYS: None.

ABSENT: McElroy

ABSTAIN: None.



DR 2017-11 AMERICAN PETROLEUM SERVICES INC. – Request for exterior design

approval for new signs and trim for the existing 76 Service Station at 900 Orange

Avenue to re-brand or convert to Shell Gas in the C/OACSP (Commercial/Orange

Avenue Specific Plan) Zone.

Mr. Fait introduced the staff report as outlined in the agenda and answered questions of the

Commission.

The applicant/owner, Raiven Bahri, answered questions of the Commission.

PUBLIC COMMENT


DISCUSSION

Chairperson Howard expressed concern with the glowing red bar accent at the perimeter. She

said it appeared garish and said it would look better if it was vinyl covered with the light

emanating at the rear. She said she liked the stand-off aspect of it; however, she would prefer

making some changes to the red bar accent so that the rear light that emits is white. She feels this

would be an interesting architectural affect.

Commissioner Gise said the red area is only 8 inches high vs. the yellow area, which is 23 inches

high.

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Chairperson Howard agreed that it is only an accent; however, she reiterated that it will be a very

red color.

Commissioner Crossman agreed. She suggested it would be better if the face was opaque and the

light emanated at the rear. She said having a glowing red bar accent on all three sides was

overwhelming.

Commissioner Ryan noted the photographs being shown were from another gas station. He did

not feel there would be any issues.

Chairperson Howard said that, based on the photographs taken during daylight hours, the effect

(intensity) of the illumination, specifically, the red bar accent, will be much different during

nightfall.

Commissioner Crossman said she could not support using the red lit bar accent.

Mr. Bahri said the photograph depicts a standard look for the Shell gas station nationwide.

Commissioner Ryan said he had no issues because he understands Shell’s branding aspect. He

said the shell logo and red bar accent goes together as a package.

Mr. Bahri added that the shell logo and red bar accent is off the shelf. Shell is adamant that it not

be customized.

Chairperson Howard asked about the non-illuminated red vinyl material used on the side that

faces the building.

Mr. Bahri said the non-illuminated red vinyl material is not preferred by Shell as the three-

dimensional look is lost.

Commissioner Ryan asked staff if a backlit sign is allowed as it looks more subtle.

Mr. Fait responded that backlit is allowed but not light that comes through the face of a logo,

text, or copy.

Commissioner Crossman asked if it was permissible to light up the shell logo but not the entire

red bar accent.

Mr. Fait explained that the applicant is not proposing that light emanate through the shell logo

face as this is not allowed.

Commissioner Ryan asked if an exception can be made so that the applicant is able to light the

shell logo at the rear, instead of having the applicant use a large gooseneck with a spotlight at the

front.

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Mr. Fait said the Commission has leeway based on architectural reasons.

Mr. Bahri said the red bar accent will be lit about three or four hours per day, from dusk to

closing at 10 p.m.

Mr. Fait said another option that is permitted is the use of push-through letters, used more

commonly with text or copy word, where the letter pushes through a solid aluminum back. In this

case, City Code allows both the face and the edge to be lit.

Chairperson Howard asked if the edge of the pectin allows light through as it appears the pectin

pushes out beyond the face.

Mr. Bahri explained that on a standard sign, it would be lit, causing a halo effect on the shell and

illumination coming through the face. On this particular sign, they had to change from a standard

sign because of the internal illumination.

Mr. Fait said the only exception to the Code is that the white light would not be permitted to

come through the white background.

Mr. Bahri said he could work with removing the white background. He mentioned the only

lighting that would remain on overnight is the underside canopy lights because of security issues.

Commissioner Crossman asked if the “ball” on the 76 sign currently illuminated.

Mr. Bahri said yes.

Chairperson Howard reiterated she did not like the illuminated red bar accent even though it

would only be on for a few hours in the evening.

Mr. Bahri mentioned that neon is used throughout Coronado as accent lighting. He said the bar

accent is not as bright as one may think; it is low voltage LED.

Commissioner Crossman said she likes the fact that it is 3-D. She asked if all of the requested

material can be installed without the lights being turned on.

Commissioner Ryan reminded the Commission that Shell an authorized business in Coronado.

Chairperson Howard said if the request involves an architectural element, the Commission is

within its purview to express concern with an overly lit bar accent.

Mr. Bahri stated that Shell will not approve turning off its business lights.

Chairperson Howard said she would reluctantly support the request as she likes the alternative

(painted red line) less.

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ACTION

COMMISSIONER RYAN MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST, AS


1. THAT TWO PECTIN SIGNS ON AWNING AND MONUMENT SIGN PERMITTED

TO BE PUSH-THROUGH WITH LIGHT THROUGH FACE AND EDGE OF PECTIN

ONLY.

2. THAT ALL OF THE AUTO CARE RELATED AND FOOD OR DRINK RELATED

EXISTING SIGNS BE REMOVED AS PROPOSED WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE

NEW PROPOSED “SERVICE CENTER” AND “FOOD MART” SIGNS AS

DEPICTED ON SHEET 8 OF THE PLANS;

3. THAT NO EXPOSED RACEWAYS, TRANSFORMERS OR CONDUIT BE

PERMITTED;

4. THAT ANY DAMAGE ON THE EXTERIOR BUILDING FAÇADE WHICH WILL BE

EXPOSED AND VISIBLE SHALL BE REPAIRED AND PAINTED TO MATCH THE

EXISTING MATERIALS AND COLORS;




COMMISSIONER GISE SECONDED THE MOTION.

AYES: Gise, Howard, Ryan.

NAYS: Crossman.

ABSENT: McElroy.

ABSTAIN: None.



DR 2017-14 712-726 SEVENTH STREET – Request for design approval for an exterior

remodel of the apartment complex at 712-726 Seventh Street within the R-3

(Multiple Family Residential) Zone.

This item was continued to the next regular meeting due to a lack of quorum of Commissioners.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 4:06 p.m.

Peter Fait, Associate Planner

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