MINUTES
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ARCHITECTURAL
REVIEW BOARD
MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2003
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City Council Chambers, Room 213 |
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7:00 PM |
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1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was
called to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Sergio Zeballos, Chairperson
Joan Charles, Vice-Chairperson (arrival 7:10
p.m.)
Rick Abelson (arrival 7:10 p.m.)
William Adams
Rodolfo Alvarez
Iris Oliveras
Howard Laks
Also Present: Tony Kim, Associate Planner
Marika Modugno, Associate Planner
Margaret Bell, Staff Assistant
3. SECRETARY’S REPORT: Tony Kim, Associate Planner, reminded the Board that the Annual Board
and Commission Dinner is scheduled for Monday, May 5, 2003. Chairperson Zeballos will be representing the
Architectural Review Board in a video presentation of the Board’s
accomplishments. Tony Kim also reminded
the Board that the next meeting of the Architectural Review Board is a Special
Meeting scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2003, at the
Tony Kim, Associate Planner, informed the
Board in response to their inquiry that private open space requirements exist
in the CM2 zone.
Tony Kim, Associate Planner, informed the
Board that their approval of 03-ARB-066, 7 Vicente Terrace, has been appealed
to the Planning Commission.
Tony Kim, Associate Planner, also informed
the Board that Architectural Review Board applications are now available online
at the City of
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. May 7, 2001
Chairperson
Zeballos made the motion to approve the minutes. Boardmember Laks seconded the motion that was
approved by voice vote.
ACTION: APPROVED AS SUBMITTED
b. December 16, 2002
Boardmember
Alvarez made the motion to approve the minutes.
Chairperson Zeballos seconded the motion that was approved by voice
vote.
ACTION: APPROVED AS SUBMITTED
c. January 6, 2003
Boardmember Laks
made the motion to approve the minutes with one correction. Chairperson Zeballos seconded the motion that
was approved by voice vote.
ACTION: APPROVED WITH REVISIONS to page 11, paragraph
3 to read, “Boardmember Alvarez stated that the existing sign is of superior
quality and aesthetic value to the community than the proposed submittal.
d. April 7, 2003
Chairperson
Zeballos made the motion to approve the minutes with one correction. Boardmember Laks seconded the motion that was
approved by voice vote.
ACTION: APPROVED WITH REVISIONS to page 15, paragraph
8 to read, “Boardmember Alvarez made the motion to adjourn at 12:35 a.m. and
was seconded by Boardmember Oliveras.”
5. PUBLIC HEARING AND INPUT: None.
6. EX
PARTE COMMUNICATION: Boardmembers
Adams and Oliveras recused themselves from item 03-ARB-054,
7. REVIEWS:
Public input permitted.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
Chairperson Zeballos made the motion to move
items 02-ARB-495,
a. Resubmissions: None.
b. New Submissions:
None.
B. REGULAR CALENDAR
a. Resubmissions:
7.1 ARB 02-342,
Approval of Building
Design, Colors, Materials, and Landscape Plans
ACTION: APPROVED WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
Chairperson Zeballos closed the public hearing.
Boardmember Abelson expressed his support of the project and stated that the applicant has clarified the proposed cistern irrigation plan and clearly demonstrated the sun/shade environment.
Boardmember Adams expressed his support of the project and stated that it was very well presented.
Chairperson Zeballos stated that the applicant has responded to all the previous Board comments by providing additional details and clarification on exterior lighting, site furnishings, landscaping, and a sun/shade study.
Boardmember Abelson made the motion to approve the item.
Vice-Chairperson Charles seconded the motion that was approved by voice vote.
Boardmember Oliveras voted against the motion.
7.2 ARB 02-495,
Approval of Building
Design, Colors, Materials, Landscape Plans, and Sign Program
ACTION: APROVED ON CONSENT WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
7.3 ARB 03-079, 1318 Third Street Promenade: United Colors of
Benetton
Approval of Building
Design, Colors, Materials, Sign Plans, and Sign Program
ACTION: APPROVED WITH REVISED CONDITIONS
Imin Atlaschi was present to discuss the project.
Chairperson Zeballos closed the public hearing.
Boardmember Alvarez expressed his support of the project and stated that the retention of the book motif panels are an architectural contribution to the project.
Boardmember Oliveras stated that there is a message of philosophy, art, and culture carefully demonstrated in the company’s corporate designs. The rectangular frame and large square panels in the primary display window are well presented.
Vice-Chairperson Charles stated her support of the project and that the preservation of existing architectural elements contribute to an interesting building.
Chairperson Zeballos expressed his support of the project and stated that the proposed window signs anchor the ends of the store, and the window display panels and framework add to the design of the display.
Boardmember Abelson expressed his support of the project and stated that the proposed display window panels and framework reinforce the project.
Vice-Chairperson Charles made the motion to approve the item with the following conditions:
1. This approval shall expire when the administrative or discretionary entitlements previously granted by an associated approval have lapsed. If no such permit has been issued, this approval shall expire one year from its effective date, unless appealed or otherwise implemented pursuant to applicable municipal regulations.
2. The applicant shall submit color photographs of all installed signs demonstrating compliance with the Architectural Review Board approval to the staff liaison, prior to Planning final.
3. Window graphics and other images determined to be signs by the Sign Code that are not a part of this application are not included as part of this approval.
4. This approval includes the rectangular frame and large square panels in the primary display window as shown in Exhibit A of the applicant’s submittal materials.
Boardmember Laks seconded the motion that was approved by voice vote.
Boardmember Adams and Oliveras left the dais.
7.4 ARB
03-054, 1750 Tenth Street: Multi-Family Residence
Approval of Building
Design, Colors, Materials, and Landscape Plans
ACTION: APPROVED WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
Carl Smith was present to discuss the project.
Chairperson Zeballos closed the public hearing.
Chairperson Zeballos commended the applicant for including a sun/ shade study in the application that addressed the glazing concerns of the Board.
Boardmember Laks stated that the material board and the solar analysis addressed the previous Board concerns and stated his support of the project.
Boardmember Laks made the motion to approve the item.
Chairperson Zeballos seconded the motion that was approved by voice vote.
Boardmembers Adams and Oliveras returned to the dais.
b. New Submissions:
7.5 ARB 03-010, 549 Palisades Beach Road: Single-Family
Residence
Approval of Building Design, Colors, and
Materials
ACTION: APPROVED ON CONSENT WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
7.6 ARB 03-112, 2450 Twenty-Eighth Street: Single-Family
Residence
Approval of Building Design, Colors,
Materials, and Landscape Plans
ACTION:
APPROVED ON CONSENT WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
7.7 ARB 03-154, 612 Bay Street: Single-Family Residence
Approval of Building Design, Colors,
Materials, and Landscape Plans
ACTION:
APPROVED ON CONSENT WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
7.8 ARB 02-475, 1717 Santa Monica Boulevard: Santa Monica Acura
Approval of Building Design, Colors, and Materials
ACTION:
CONTINUED AT THE APPLICANT’S REQUEST
Kevin Hobb, Frank Droege, and Thomas Kasra
were present to discuss the project.
Chairperson Zeballos closed the public
hearing.
Boardmember Laks expressed concern regarding
the freestanding accent wall that resembles a monument sign and does not seem
well integrated with the proposed building.
Boardmember Laks also expressed concern that this application lacks
lighting details.
Boardmember Abelson stated that the proposed
blue horizontal canopy is the only defining architectural element presented for
the large site. Boardmember Abelson also stated that sign
plans should be included with any future application.
Vice-Chairperson Charles expressed concern
regarding the free standing accent wall and its towering effect.
Chairperson Zeballos stated that this
submittal is confusing and unclear, and any future submittal should include
sign plans, window definition, and more detailed drawings and renderings.
Boardmember Oliveras stated that any future
signage proposal should include the name ‘Santa Monica’. Boardmember Oliveras stated that the existing
structure demonstrates texture, and any future submittal should be more
detailed.
Boardmember Adams stated that the back stair
tower should be more integrated into the building design, and the proposed blue
metal horizontal canopy could be presented in a more logical way.
Boardmember Alvarez stated that this
proposal lacks a level of professionalism.
Mr. Hobb asked for a continuance.
Chairperson Zeballos made the motion to
continue the item.
Boardmember Alvarez seconded the motion that
was approved by voice vote.
7.9 ARB 03-117, 1356 Third Street Promenade: Starbucks Coffee
Approval of Awning Design, Sign Plans, and Sign Adjustment
ACTION:
CONTINUED AT THE APPLICANT’S REQUEST
John Sterk and Keith Glassman were present
to discuss the project.
Chairperson Zeballos closed the public
hearing.
Boardmember Abelson stated that the subject
property is listed on the City’s Historic Resources Inventory, but the
storefront is small and the proposed sign placement does not contribute to the
building or the environment on the Promenade.
Boardmember Laks stated that the building
has historic significance, and the proposed signage is not at a pedestrian level.
Boardmember Oliveras concurred with
Boardmembers Abelson and Laks.
Boardmember Alvarez stated that a more
creative presentation for the site should be researched.
Chairperson Zeballos stated that the
applicant should research the Promenade and the history of the building and the
environment in order to develop a more suitable proposal.
Mr. Sterk asked for a continuance.
Chairperson Zeballos made the motion to
continue the item.
Boardmember Alvarez seconded the motion that
was approved by voiced vote.
7.10 ARB 03-092, 1944 Pico Boulevard: Unocal
Approval of Landscape Plans
ACTION:
APPROVED ON CONSENT WITH STAFF CONDITIONS
8. DISCUSSION: Public input permitted.
Authority of the Architectural Review Board
to Condition the Retention of Mature Trees that May Be Impacted by the Design
of Building Projects (BA)
Boardmember Adams expressed his concern
regarding the overall impact of tree removal and the Board’s purview to
maintain existing trees. Boardmember
Adams suggested that this analysis should be performed early in the planning
process before the application comes to the Architectural Review Board.
The Board directed staff to research the
status of the tree preservation ordinance currently being drafted by the
Community and Cultural Services Department.
Boardmember Oliveras suggested scheduling a
presentation by the Community and Cultural Services Department to the Board
regarding the status of the tree preservation ordinance.
9. FUTURE BOARD AGENDA ITEMS:
Boardmember Alvarez will be on vacation the months of May and June. Boardmember Abelson will be absent from the
May 12, 2003, meeting.
10. REFERRALS
TO STAFF: None.
11. ADJOURNMENT: Chairperson Zeballos made the motion to adjourn at 9:10 p.m. that and was seconded by Boardmember Oliveras.
04-29-03
M. Bell