1993-13
RESOLUTION NO. L-93-13
8 A RESOLUTION OF THE LEUCADIA
COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD
OF THE CITY OF ENCINITAS
APPROVING A DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT
FOR EXTERIOR SITE MODIFICATIONS
FOR AN EXISTING MOTEL
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 607 LEUCADIA BLVD
(CASE NO. 93-125 DR)
WHEREAS, a Design Review application was filed by Holiday Inn
Express pursuant to Chapter 23.08 of the City of Encinitas
Municipal Code to allow a new canopy structure and a "signature"
tower for property located at 607 Leucadia Blvd., and legally
described as;
Those portions of Lots 1, 2, l2 and 13 in Block 1 of
AVOCADO ACRES, in the County of San Diego, State of
California, according to Map thereof No. l791, filed in
the Office of the County Recorder of San Diego County,
8 April 29, 1924, described more fully in Attachment "C" to
this document.
WHEREAS, a public hearing was conducted by the Leucadia
Community Advisory Board on August 5, 1993 as required by law, and
all persons desiring to be heard were heard;
WHEREAS, evidence was submitted and considered to include
without limitation:
a. Project plans dated received July 8, 1993;
b. Written information submitted with the application;
c. Oral testimony from staff, applicant, and public made a
part of the record at said public hearing;
d. Staff report dated August 5, 1993, which is on file in
the Department of Community Development;
e. Additional written documentation.
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8 WHEREAS, the Leucadia Community Advisory Board made the
required findings relative to Chapter 23.08 of the Municipal Code;
(SEE ATTACHMENT "A")
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Leucadia Community
Advisory Board of the City of Encinitas that Design Review
Application No. 93-125 DR is hereby approved subject to the
following conditions:
(SEE ATTACHMENT liB")
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Leucadia Community Advisory
Board of the City of Encinitas that the project was found to be
exempt from environmental review under Section 15301(e) of the
State CEQA Guidelines.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of August by the following
8 vote, to wit:
Ayes: Buck, Burkhart, Hughes, Eldon, Fahlberg
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Marilyn Buck:, Chairperson of It he
Leucadia Community Advisory Board
ATTEST:
James/A Kennedy
Atte~t c/
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8 ATTACHMENT "A"
RESOLUTION NO. L-93-13
Findings for Design Review
(Chapter 23.08 of the Municipal Code)
Case No. 92-125 DR
Applicant: Holiday Inn Express
A. The project design is not inconsistent with the General Plan, a
Specific Plan or the provisions of this Code.
Facts: The project meets all development standards contained
in Section 30.20. (Commercial Zones) and Chapter 23.08 (Design
Review) of the Municipal Code.
Conclusion: The proposed archtictural additions to the
existing motel site are consistent with the Municipal Code and
the General Plan. There is no Specific Plan approved in area
of the project site
B. The project design is substantially consistent with the City's
Design Review Guidelines.
Facts: Chapter 23.08 of the Municipal Code contains Design
Review Guidelines with which the authorized agency must find
the project substantially consistent in order to grant
8 approval. The appl icant proposes to add a canopy structure in
the area of the main lobby entrance to the motel. Additionally
proposed is a "signature" tower attached to the north-west
corner of the building. The colors and construction materials
for these structures are intended to match the existing
building with a light colored stucco treatment.
Discussion: 1. site design: With regard to Design Guidelines
1.1 - 1. ll, the Board finds that the proposed project
adequately addresses these required elements. Specifically,
regarding Guideline 1. 4, the Board finds that the project
adequately provides for views lito the site" in that the
project proposes the addition of architectural features to
enhance the project site in general. The Board finds that the
project adequately provides for views "from the site" since
the project will continue to maintain existing views from the
site. And the Board finds that the project adequately
provides for views "through the site" since the project
proposes the addition of a canopy cover and a "signature"
tower which would have minimal impact on any existing views
through the site.
2. Building design: With regard to Guidelines 2.1 - 2.12, the
Board finds that the subject elements are adequately addressed
with the proposed addition. Specifically, regarding Guidelines
2.3 - 2.6, the Board finds that the proposed building
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8 additions would create a design in which the architectural
modifications are consistent and harmonious, and that the
construction materials and colors are consistent with the
existing structure on-site. The proposed additions are
proposed to match the existing building in color and finish
materials.
3. Landscape Desiqn: The applicant proposes to maintain and
enhance existing landscape areas.
Conclusion: The Board finds that the project is in
substantial conformance with the Design Review Guidelines of
Chapter 23.08 of the Municipal Code because of the consistency
with Design Review Guidelines.
C. The project would not adversely effect the health, safety, or
general welfare of the community.
Facts: The project has been found exempt from environmental
review pursuant to Section 15301 (e) of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and no potential negative
affects on the health, safety, or general wel fare of the
community have been identified in conjunction with this
project.
Conclusion: The Board finds that the project would not
8 adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare of the
community.
D. The project would not cause the surrounding neighborhood to
depreciate materially in appearance or value.
Facts: The surrounding neighborhood consists of residential
uses, and generally may be considered to be in good condition.
Discussion: The proposed project is to add structural
architectural additions to the exterior of an existing motel.
The project is to create a more visually interesting site with
the addition of creative and architecturally pleasing design
elements.
Conclusion: The proposed project would constitute an
enhancement to the neighboring area.
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~ ATTACHMENT liB"
RESOLUTION NO. L-93-13
Conditions of Approval
Case No. 92-125 DR
Applicant: Holiday Inn Express
1. GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. This approval will expire on August 5, 1995, two years
from the date of approval, unless a building permit has
first been obtained, or an extension has been approved by
the Authorized Agency.
B. This approval may be appealed to the authorized agent
within 15 days from the date of this approval.
C. The project is approved as submitted/modified as
evidenced by the project plans dated received July 8,
1993, and consisting of four sheets, and per revised site
plan sheet dated received July 29, 1993.
D. Nothing in this permit shall relieve the applicant from
complying with the conditions and regulations generally
imposed upon activities similar in nature to the activity
authorized by this permit.
8 E. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with
any sections of the Zoning Code and all other applicable
City Ordinances in effect at the time of Building Permit
issuance unless specified herein.
F. The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted
Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform
Plumbing Code, National Electric Code, Uniform Fire Code,
and all other applicable codes and ordinances in effect
at the time of building permit submittal.
G. Permits or findings of exemption shall be obtained from
the state Coastal Commission and any other applicable
Government agencies.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
2. SITE DEVELOPMENT
A. Prior to issuance of building permits all conditions of
approval contained herein shall be completed to the
satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
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. B. All cost recovery fees associated with the processing of
this application shall be paid in full prior to issuance
of the building permit.
C. Minor modifications to this Design Review Permit, if
deemed to be in substantial conformance with the original
approval, may be approved, in writing, by the Director of
Community Development. The Director may refer any
modification request to the CAB for their review/approval
in accordance with the Municipal Code.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PROTECTION DEPARTMENT REGARDING
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
- Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant
shall submit a letter from the Fire District stating that
all development impact, plan check and/or cost recovery
fees have been paid or secured to the satisfaction of the
District.
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