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HomeMy WebLinkAbout16-79 - Amendment to Sobeca Urban Plan (SP-05-06 A2)RESOLUTION NO. 16-79 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO SOBECA URBAN PLAN (SP -05-06 A2) TO ALLOW DEVELOPMENT DENSITY AND CAPACITY CONSISTENT WITH 2015-2035 GENERAL PLAN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: WHEREAS, City Council adopted the SoBECA Urban Plan in April 2006, and the Urban Plan sets forth development standards and land use regulations relating to the nature and extent of land uses and structures in compliance with the City's 2015-2035 General Plan; WHEREAS, SP -05-06 SoBECA Urban Plan establishes provisions for mixed-use development in the 39 -acre SoBECA plan area. This area is primarily characterized by light industrial, office, and general commercial uses and is bounded by Baker Street (north), Bristol Street (east), and SR -73 (west); WHEREAS, on June 21, 2016, City Council adopted 2015-2035 General Plan that established maximum density of 40du/acre and residential development capacity of 450 units for SoBECA Urban Plan area; WHEREAS, the proposed Urban Plan amendments involve certain text amendments to the SoBECA Urban Plan (SP -05-06 A2); WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on September 26, 2016, with all persons having been given the opportunity to be heard both for and against the proposed project and recommended approval of the amendment on a 5-0 vote; Resolution No. 16-79 Page 1 of 3 WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing on October 17, 2016, with all persons having been given the opportunity to be heard both for and against the proposed project. WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Urban Plans have been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the CEQA guidelines, and the City's environmental procedures, and has been found to be exempt pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) (General Rule) of the CEQA Guidelines, in that the City Council hereby finds that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the passage of these Urban Plan amendments will have a significant effect on the environment. In addition, the proposed maximum densities and development capacities were analyzed with the General Plan EIR No. 2015111053 certified on June 21, 2016; WHEREAS, the maximum density of 40 du/acre and development capacity of 450 dwellings and all environmental analysis were included in the certified Environmental Impact Report No. 2015111053 adopted with 2015-2035 General Plan. The proposed amendment is found to be in conformance with the City of Costa Mesa 2015-2035 General Plan, with specific regard to General Plan Land Use Objectives as follows: • Objective LU -2A: Promote land use patterns and development that contribute to community and neighborhood identity. • Objective LU -6A: Ensure the long term productivity and viability of the community's economic base. • Objective LU -4A: Encourage new development and redevelopment to improve and maintain the quality of the environment. Resolution No. 16-79 Page 2 of 3 • Objective LU -5A: Ensure availability of adequate community facilities and provision of the highest level of public services possible, taking into consideration budgetary constraints and effects on the surrounding area. • Objective LU -6A: Ensure the long-term productivity and viability of the community's economic base. BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council HEREBY APPROVES the Urban Plan amendments as identified in Exhibit 1; ADOPTED this 1st day of November, 2016 M. Mensinger, Mayor ATTEST: Y� Brenda Green, ity Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss CITY OF COSTA MESA ) APPROVED A, FORM: Thomas Duarte, City Attorney 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. 16-79 and was duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Costa Mesa at a regular meeting held on the 15t day of November, 2016, by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MONAHAN, RIGHEIMER, AND MENSINGER NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: FOLEY AND GENIS ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereby set my hand and affixed the seal of the City of Costa Mesa this 21d day of November, 2016. AA Brenda GreeA, City Clerk Resolution No. 16-79 Page 3 of 3 Exhibit 1 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (ADOPTED BY CITY COUNCIL ON NOVEMBER 1, 2016) Density 40 du/acre maximum for residential projects developed on a legal parcel' Building Height Maximum Four stories (except parking structures) —60 feet Garage Garages are required to be used for vehicle Distance between Buildings Minimum 10 feet Notice Minimum 6 feet between accessory structures and main building Open Space 40 percent of total development lot area Minimum 100 SF per unit in form of patio or balcony. Residential open space may be any combination Noise of private and common open space. Common open space may be satisfied by common roof garden, common recreational/leisure areas, recreational facilities featuring swimming pools, decks, and court game facilities. Setbacks for Main Buildings and Accessory Buildings All setbacks from streets to development lots are measured from the ultimate property line shown on the Master Plan of Highways. Increased side and rear setbacks may be required pursuant to Uniform Building Code requirements. Front Setback - Abutting Build -to -line of 15 feet along all public streets public street land uses. Side Setback — Interior 0 -feet setback on interior property line if structures is non -habitable. 10 -feet setback: if structure is habitable Abutting a public street 10 feet Abutting a public alley 5 feet Abutting commercial and 5 feet industrial zone elevations. Rear Setback 10 feet Abutting a public street Provision of onsite private recreational facilities Abutting commercial and 5 feet industrial profile of the residential development. All other property lines 5 feet SOBECA URBAN PLAN Parking Residential parking requirements shall be applied pursuant to Title 13, Chapter VI, Off - Street Parking Requirements of the Zoning Code. Garage Garages are required to be used for vehicle storage. Notice In conjunction with the sale of any unit, adequate notice shall be given of the existing surrounding industrial land uses, including operational characteristics such as hours of operation, delivery schedules, outdoor activities, noise, and odor generation. Noise 1. Residential interior noise levels must be met for interior residential living spaces. Residential exterior noise levels must be met on all private patios. However, residential exterior noise levels are not applicable to balconies, roof -top decks/terraces or in common open space areas. 2. Noise study required with project application to document onsite noise levels from surrounding land uses. Window Placement Window placement should take into account surrounding land uses. Clerestory windows should be used in areas where there are privacy or view concerns. Building Materials A variety of building materials shall be incorporated into the design of the exterior elevations. Mechanical Ventilation All units shall be mechanically ventilated. Onsite Private Recreational Provision of onsite private recreational facilities Facilities that are designed for the anticipated demographic profile of the residential development. Architectural Design 1. Architectural elevations with emphasis on Guidelines front elevations and street -facing elevations: a) Building elevations should feature stepping forms both horizontally and vertically to soften and provide appropriate transitions among second -story, three-story and four- story elevations. b) Building elevations should incorporate enhanced detailing, which may include articulations, projections, and use of varied building materials. c) Architectural projections are encouraged to provide visual focus and emphasize some aspect of design such as an entryway or major window. d) Long, unbroken building facades should be avoided, and variety should be accomplished through variation in building heights and forms. 2. Distinct architectural treatment and varying surface materials/finishes among the different units of a proposed multi- story development should be provided. Significant deviations from the originally - approved color palette and materials for the project should not be approved unless a master plan amendment is processed and approved by the Planning Commission. SOBECA URBAN PLAN *Note: There shall be a maximum development capacity of 450 units for the entire Urban Plan Area. These units include individual projects as well as residential projects combined with mixed use development. Other Criteria Site planning should consider orientation of living areas including patios and decks away from abutting commercial/industrial area; units should be oriented towards an internal courtyard, amenities, and/or recreational area. *Note: There shall be a maximum development capacity of 450 units for the entire Urban Plan Area. These units include individual projects as well as residential projects combined with mixed use development.