PC R 93-1416323
RESOLUTION NO. 93-1416
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A
VARIANCE, CASE NO. 93-173, APPLIED FOR BY FIRST
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AT 275 NORTH
HALCYON ROAD, VARIANCE TO ALLOW THREE (3)
SIGNS FOR A PUBLIC/SEMI-PUBLIC USE WITH TWO (2)
STREET FRONTAGES
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has considered
Variance Case No. 93-173, filed by First United Methodist Church, to allow three (3) signs for
a public/semi-public use with two (2) street frontages. Only two signs are allowed by the
Development Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing on this application in
accordance with the City Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that this project is consistent with the
General Plan and the Environmental documents associated therewith; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has determined that this project is Categorically
Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
Section 15311; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and public
hearing, the following circumstances exist:
l. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would result
in practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship not otherwise shared by others in the
sunounding area. Specifically, other churches in the sunounding area and communities
utilize the proposed type of signage as a tool to inform the public of church activities and
schedules. If the sign is not approved, the public would have more difficulty finding out
about church programs designed to serve their needs.
2. There are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the
property involved or to the intended use of the property that do not apply generally to
other properties classified in the same zone. Specifically, the proposed sign is to be used
as an information sign, not for advertizing, as is common in commercial zones.
3. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would
deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by owners of other properties classified in the
same zone. Specifically, other churches in the surrounding area and communities utilize
the proposed type of signage as a tool to inform the public of church activities and
schedules.
4. The granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent
with the limitations on other properties classified in the same zone.
5. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
6. The granting of a variance is consistent with the objectives and policies of the General
Plan and the intent of this title.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City
of Arroyo Grande hereby approves said variance, subject to the standard conditions of the City
and those conditions listed below:
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Resolution No. 93-1416
Variance Case No. 93-173
First United Methodist Church
May 4, 1993
Page Two
General Conditions
1. The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all State, County and City requirements
as are applicable to this project.
2. This application shall automatically expire on May 4, 1995 unless a building permit is
issued and substantial construction is commenced and diligently pursued toward
completion, or a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. Thirty (30) days prior to the
expiration of the approval, the applicant may apply to the Planning Commission for an
extension of one (1) year from the original date of expiration.
3. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented to the
Planning Commission at the meeting of May 4, 1993 and marked "Exhibit A".
4. The applicant shall agree to defend at his/her sole expense any action brought against the
City, its agents, officers, or employees because of the issuance of said approval, or in
the alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its
agents, officers, or employers, for any court costs and attorney's fee's which the City,
its agents, officers or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such
action. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense
of any such action but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his/her obligations
under this condition.
Planning Department Conditions
5. Prior to construction and installation of the sign, the applicant shall apply for and pay
necessary fees for a sign permit for the sign.
Architectural Advisory Committee Conditions
6. The frame of the sign shall be the same color as the cabinet of the monument sign.
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The lettering shall match the lettering on the monument sign and shall have white letters
with grey background.
The sign shall be centered on the window.
The lighting shall be from a"warm white" fluorescent bulb.
On motion by Commissioner Tappan, seconded by Commissioner Deviny, and on the following
roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Carr, Tappan, Reilly, Deviny and Chairman Soto
NOFS: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Hatchett
the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 4th day of May, 1993.
ATTEST:
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