HomeMy WebLinkAbout13-57 - Amendment to City's 2005 Residential Design GuidelinesRESOLUTION NO. 13-57
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S 2005 RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
GUIDELINES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA HEREBY RESOLVES
AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 01-29 on May, 2001,
adopting Residential Design Guidelines in response to the goals and policies of
the City's General Plan Community Design Element.
WHEREAS, the guidelines were subsequently revised in 2003 and 2005,
and the latest version was adopted on March 1, 2005.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on October
28, 2013 and adopted Resolution No. PC -13-28 recommending adoption of the
revised Residential Design Guidelines attached hereto as Exhibit A.
WHEREAS, the revised guidelines will exempt new two-story residential
structures less than 2,700 square feet in area from the recommended 10 -foot
average side yard setback for the second floor.
WHEREAS, the revised guidelines will exempt new two-story residential
structures that are over 2,700 square feet in area with up to 50 percent site
coverage from the recommended 10 -foot average side yard setback for the
second floor.
WHEREAS, the revised guidelines will allow an increase in the second
floor to first floor ratio from 80 percent to 100 percent for two-story additions and
new structures.
WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held by the City Council on
December 3, 2013, with all persons provided an opportunity to speak for and
against the proposed project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council amends the
Residential Design Guidelines as described in attached "Exhibit A."
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of December, 2013.
�-Kagneimer
the City of Costa Mesa
ATTEST:
Brenda Green
City Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss
CITY OF COSTA MESA )
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
I, BRENDA GREEN, City Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa, DO HEREBY
CERTIFY that the above and foregoing is the original of Resolution No. 13-57
and was duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Costa Mesa
at a regular meeting held on the 3'd day of December, 2013, by the following roll
call vote, to wit:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Genis, Mensinger, Monahan, Righeimer
NOES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Leece
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereby set my hand and affixed the seal of the
City of Costa Mesa this 4th day of December, 2013.
ErP,+ d& C"v�
BRENDA GR N, CITY CLERK
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Appropriate Massing and Form
Variation in rooflines and horizontal articulation
of elevations creates greater architectural
interest.
Variable rooflines, porches, and balconies
provide relief along facades.
Combinations of hipped and gable ended roofs Recesses in building plane provide visual relief.
are appropriate.
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EXHIBIT A
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SECTION THREE:
Residential Design Guidelines
The City of Costa Mesa Planning Division
2nd Floor, 77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92628
(714) 754-5245
www.costamesaca.gov
Adopted May 7, 2001
Amended June 18, 2001
Amended August 18, 2003
Amended March 1, 2005
Amended December 3, 2013
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Table of Contents
1.
Purpose.....................................................................................................
3
2.
Approval Procedures.................................................................................3
3.
Second -Story Designs..............................................................................4
4.
Building Mass and Form Considerations...................................................
4
5.
Second -Story Side Setback.......................................................................
7
6.
Elevation Treatments.................................................................................
7
7.
Roof Forms................................................................................................
8
8.
Window Placement....................................................................................
8
9.
Integration of Second -Story Construction ................................................
10
10.
Site Planning Considerations...................................................................
10
11.
Consistency in Architectural Design........................................................
10
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1. Purpose
These Residential Design Guidelines are intended to promote design excellence in new
residential construction. The 2000 General Plan includes the following policies related to
residential development:
CD -7A.1 Ensure that new and remodeled structures are designed in architectural
styles which reflect the City's diversity, yet are compatible in scale and character
with existing buildings and natural surroundings within residential neighborhoods.
Develop and adopt design guidelines for residential development.
CD -7A.2 Preserve the character and scale of Costa Mesa's established residential
neighborhoods; where residential development or redevelopment is proposed,
require as a condition of approval that it is consistent with the prevailing character
of existing development in the immediate vicinity, and that it does not have a
substantial adverse impact on the adjacent areas.
In view of these policies, the City of Costa Mesa encourages architectural diversity that
considers the existing neighborhood character and anticipated trends and development.
It is recognized that there will be instances when these guidelines may yield an
unsatisfactory design or the applicant may propose a design that meets the intent of these
design guidelines but not the specific criteria. In these instances, overriding consideration
will be given to meeting the intent of the Residential Design Guidelines and promoting
design excellence.
These Residential Design Guidelines are intended to implement the goals, objectives, and
policies of the 2000 General Plan as they relate to residential development. To achieve
this, all residential construction shall be subject to the following architectural design
guidelines, as appropriate, with the exception of single -story construction in an R1 zone.
It should be noted that these design guidelines are to be used in conjunction with the City
of Costa Mesa Zoning Code, which provides numerous development standards that are
applicable to new residential construction and additions. Please consult the Planning
Division for appropriate zoning information.
2. Approval Procedures
Unless stated otherwise, deviations from these guidelines shall require the approval of a
Minor Design Review. A Minor Design Review is a discretionary review process that
requires approval by the Zoning Administrator. The City provides public notice in the form
of a mailing to all property owners within 500 feet of your property and a posting of a notice
on the property.
For residential projects that meet the criteria listed below, the Planning Division is the final
review authority. For new two-story construction or additions, the Planning Division shall
mail a notice of zoning approval to all owners of properties that share a common property
line with the proposed project on the day zoning approval is given. An exception to this
notice provision is for residential projects located on Aviemore Terrace. For Aviemore
Terrace, the Planning Division shall also mail notice to owners of properties across the
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street within 100 feet of the proposed project. The properties owners who receive notice
shall have 7 days from the date of the notice to file an appeal of the Planning Division's
decision to the Planning Commission, in accordance with Section 2-303 of the Costa Mesa
Municipal Code. The Planning Division's decision will become final after 7 days if no
appeal is filed. Please consult with the Planning Division for any questions regarding the
review and approval process.
Planning Division Review of Residential Projects
Zone
Number of Units
Criteria'
R1
2 or less
Two-story residential
construction or addition that
R2 -MD, R2 -HD, and R3
complies with these Residential
Design Guidelines.
1. A residential project that does not meet all of these criteria will require minor design review or
design review approval. Please consult with the Planning Division to determine the appropriate
review process.
3. Second -Story Designs
1. Two story structures shall be designed with articulation and off -sets on all elevations to
avoid a boxy appearance from the street and neighboring views. Four sided
architecture should be considered by applying the same materials, finishes, and
architectural treatments to all sides and not limited to only the front elevation.
2. Second -story floor areas should not exceed 100% of the first -story floor area (including
garage area, if attached). Open balconies are included in the footprint area of the
second floor.
4. Building Mass and Form Considerations
1. To enhance variety and interest, long, unbroken building facades should be avoided
and offsets and building projections made an integral part of residential design.
Providing individual and identifiable entries to units is also encouraged to add interest
and variety to the streetscene.
2. Variety should be accomplished through variation in building heights and forms.
3. Variation in depth of floor plans to create interesting massing is encouraged. Structures
having dwelling units attached side-by-side should avoid the long -row effect by
consisting of no more than 6 dwelling units. The Planning Division may approve
alternative designs, which accomplish the same purpose.
4. Consideration shall be given to the effect of proposed development on the light, air,
and privacy of adjacent properties.
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5. Second -story construction should use additional design techniques to provide visual
relief to the side yard. This includes, but is not limited to: horizontal and/or vertical
plane breaks; roof plane breaks; varied roof forms; openings such as breezeways;
limiting the length of the second story; and, appropriate architectural details.
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5. Second -Story Side Setback
1. The second -story interior side building elevation should be set back an average of 10
feet, but shall be no closer than 5 feet from the side property line. Exception: This
requirement would not apply to the following:
a. The distance between dwelling units within the same development in
multiple -family residential zones; or
b. The initial development in planned development zones (subsequent
additions would be subject to this requirement); or
C. Second -story construction that is consistent with the prevailing two-story
design within the same residential tract; or
d. Second -story additions to existing residences with current side yard
setbacks that are less than 10 feet; provided that the current width of the
side yard is not further decreased. A minimum 5 -foot setback shall be
required; or
e. Two-story new construction with less than 2,700 square feet of living area
(not including garage).
f. Two-story new construction over 2,700 square feet in area (not including
garage) with up to 50 percent lot coverage as defined by Article 2 of Title
13 (Zoning Code).
6. Elevation Treatments
1. Architectural projections are encouraged to provide visual focus and emphasize some
aspect of design such as an entryway or major window.
2. Elevations with stepping forms both horizontally and vertically are encouraged to soften
and provide transition to second -stories.
3. With emphasis on front and street -facing elevations, building elevations should
incorporate enhanced detailing, which may include articulations, projections, and use
of varied building materials.
4. Elevations should incorporate multiple building planes and offsets, and may include
porches and patio covers and enhancement of exterior openings (doors/windows).
Please see following photographs for examples of architectural elements.
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Architectural Elements
Architectural enhancement through variation in The use of dormer elements and Palladian
detailing is encouraged. Note the use of windows add interest to the front and side
shutters, decorative porch supports, and stone elevations.
accents around the garage.
7. Roof Forms
1. Variation in roof forms, orientation and pitch are encouraged to provide visual
interest.
2. Consideration of a variety of roof types and color tones provides relief from monotony
and enhances the appearance of a neighborhood.
3. The maximum building height of 27 feet, as specified in the Zoning Code, will only be
allowed for structures with sloped -roof designs. Structures proposed with flat roofs,
for either the entire structure or a portion thereof, should be designed to be consistent
with the bulk and scale of the structures in the surrounding neighborhood, and overall
height of the portion of the structure where the flat roof is proposed should not
exceed 22 feet.
8. Window Placement
1. Second -story windows should incorporate off -sets to minimize direct views into the
windows of existing, neighboring structures.
2. The use of screen landscaping to minimize privacy impacts should also be
considered.
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Examples of Appropriate Materials and Architectural Details
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9. Integration of Second -Story Construction
1. Second -story additions to existing residential structures should be designed to
appear as though they were part of the original house construction, and should be
well integrated into the design of the existing structure.
2. In both new construction and additions, the second -story floor -to -ceiling dimension
should be similar to the first -story floor -to -ceiling dimension, so that the second story
does not appear out of proportion or top heavy in relation to the first story.
10. Site Planning Considerations
1. The location and orientation of all buildings should be designed and arranged to
preserve natural features by minimizing the disturbance to the natural environment.
Natural features such as trees, groves, waterways, scenic points, historic spots or
landmarks, bluffs or slopes should be delineated on the site plan and considered
when planning the location and orientation of buildings, open spaces, underground
services, walks, paved areas, playgrounds, parking areas and finished grade
elevations.
11. Consistency in Architectural Design
1. New residential structures and additions should strive to be well crafted in their
own style and detail. A consistent architectural design should be considered in choosing
materials, finishes, decorative details, color and accent features (i.e., shutters, window
treatment, wainscot, etc.).
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