HomeMy WebLinkAboutITem 8.2 PA 91-046 Dublin Cinema Freestanding Sign/CUP/VARCITY OF DUBLIN
PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA STATEMENT/STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date: August 19, 1991
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Staff fr Ake
PREPARED BY: Ralph Kachadourian, Assistant Planner/
Zoning Investigator
SUBJECT: PA 91-046 DUBLIN CINEMA FREESTANDING SIGN
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/VARIANCE
GENERAL INFORMATION:
PROJECT:
Conditional Use Permit request for a 25-foot
tall changeable copy freestanding sign, with
a total sign area of 496 square feet (248
square feet per face) setback 30 feet from
the front property line along Dublin
Boulevard, and a Variance request to deviate
from setback requirements and to exceed the
maximum allowable sign area per Section 8-
87.34B)3)c
APPLICANT: Fred Fallah
6670 Amador Plaza Road
Dublin, CA 94568
PROPERTY OWNER: Robert S. Enea
6670 Amador Plaza Road
Dublin, CA 94568
LOCATION: 7450 Dublin Boulevard
ASSESSOR PARCEL: 941-1500-38-1
PARCEL SIZE: 5.61+ acres
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION: Commercial/Industrial
Retail/Office and Automotive
DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC
PLAN DESIGNATION: Development Zone 4: Planned Mixed Use
COPIES TO:
ITEM NO. 8.2.
Applicant
Owner
Address File
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EXISTING ZONING
AND LAND USE: PD, Planned Development District/Dublin
Cinema and Enea Plaza
SURROUNDING LAND
USE AND ZONING:
ZONING HISTORY:
C-1733:
C-1867
S-231x:
V-4662:
C-2275:
C-2930:
S-529x:
C-3387:
North: C-2 General Commercial
District/Shamrock Ford Auto
Dealership
South: PD Planned Development
District/Vacant Lot (Enea Plaza
Property)
East: C-2 General Commercial
District/Interstate 680 Freeway.
West: PD, Planned Development
District/Enea Plaza Retail Business
On May 1, 1967 the Alameda County Planning
Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit
for an 800 seat indoor theater.
On March 25, 1968 the Alameda County Planning
Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit
and Site Development Review for a motel and
restaurant to be located west of the theater.
On December 30, 1968 the Alameda County
Planning Commission approved a Variance for a
525 square foot freestanding sign where a
maximum of 40 square feet is permitted.
On April 7, 1971 the Alameda County Planning
Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit
for a 290 seat auditorium addition to the
existing 754 seat theater.
On April 23, 1975 the Alameda County Zoning
Administrator approved a Conditional use
Permit for 21,768 square foot expansion of
the existing indoor theater and construction
of an additional outdoor theater screen.
On May 8, 1975 the Alameda County Planning
Director approved a Site Development Review
for the San Ramon Drive -In Theater.
On June 21, 1978 the Alameda County Planning
Director approved a Conditional Use Permit
and Site Development Review for construction
of a drive-thru restaurant. This project was
not completed.
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S-670:
PA 84-040
PA 84-064
PA 86-047:
PA 86-071:
On August 2, 1979 the Alameda County Planning
Director approved a Site Development Review
and concurrent Tentative Parcel Map, (PM-
2611), to construct commercial development
and to divide the parcel into three (3)
building sites.
On February 25, 1985 the Dublin City Council
denied a PD Planned Development Rezone of
approximately 23 acres on the east and west
sides of Amador Plaza Road and south of
Dublin Boulevard for Enea Plaza.
On October 23, 1984 the Dublin Planning
Director approved an Administrative
Conditional Use Permit for a Christmas tree
lot (Alpine).
On May 14, 1986 the Planning Director
approved an Administrative Conditional use
Permit to Circus Vargas to operate a circus
within the parking lot and adjacent vacant
lot.
On September 25, 1986 the Planning Director
approved a Site Development Review for Enea
Bros. Commercial Project of a 41,972+ square
foot, 3 building retail complex at the
southeast and southwest corner of Amador
Plaza Road and Dublin Boulevard.
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS:
Section 8-87.34B)2)a) specifies maximum sign height shall
not exceed ten (10) feet when said sign is located adjacent to a
street frontage property line.
Section 8-87.34B)2)b) specifies maximum sign height may be
increased one-half (I) foot for each one (1) foot the sign is set
back from the nearest street frontage up to a maximum twenty (20)
foot height. Except Freestanding Signs located on parcels, or
collections of parcels under common ownership and use, four (4)
acres or greater in size, or single -use parcels one and one-half
(12) acres or greater in size, may utilize signs up to a maximum
height of thirty-five (35) feet, subject to approval of a
Conditional use Permit.
Section 8-87.34 B)3)b) specifies maximum sign area shall not
exceed thirty (30) square feet for double-faced signs or fifteen
(15) square feet for single -faced signs when said sign is located
on a street frontage property.
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Section 8-87.34B)3)c) specifies the maximum sign area may be
increased five (5) square feet for double-faced signs or 2.5
square feet for single -faced signs for each one (1) foot the sign
is set back from the nearest street frontage, not to exceed one
hundred and fifty (150) square feet for a single faced sign or
three hundred (300) square feet for a double faced sign.
Section 8-87.60 D) specifies freestanding signs in excess of
20 feet in height, located on parcels, or collection of parcels
under common ownership and use of four (4) acres or greater in
size, or single -use parcels one and one-half (11) acres or
greater in size, may utilize signs up to a maximum height of
thirty-five (35) feet subject to approval of a Conditional Use
Permit.
Section 8-87.60 E) specifies that changeable copy signs on
which copy is manually or electrically changed, when used to
promote items of general interest to the community require
Conditional Use Permit approval.
Section 8-87.67 Variance procedure states that when
practical difficulty, unnecessary hardship, or a result which is
inconsistent with the purpose and intent of this Chapter occurs
from the strict application of this Chapter, the Planning
Director may grant a Variance from the strict application of the
standards pertaining to size, height, and/or location of signs
regulated by this Chapter in the manner prescribed by this
section. No Variance may be granted from the number of
freestanding signs allowed.
In order to grant a sign Variance, the following findings
must be made:
1) That there are special circumstances including size,
shape, topography, location or surroundings, applicable
to the property which deprive the property of
privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity
under the identical zoning classification;
2
3
That the granting of the application will not
constitute a grant of special privileges inconsistent
with the limitations upon other properties in the
vicinity and zone; and
That the granting of the application will not be
detrimental to persons or property in the neighborhood
or to the public welfare.
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Section 8-94.0 states that conditional uses must be analyzed
to determine: 1) whether or not the use is required by the
public need; 2) whether or not the use will be properly related
to other land uses, transportation and service facilities in the
vicinity; 3) whether or not the use will materially affect the
health or safety of persons residing or working in the vicinity;
and 4) whether or not the use will be contrary to the specific
intent clauses or performance standards established for the
district in which it is located.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The project has been found to be
Categorically Exempt from CEQA under Sections 15301, Class 1(g)
and 15305, Class 5 of the California Environmental Quality Act
guidelines. This use consists of the minor alteration of an
existing freestanding sign involving no expansion of use beyond
that previously existing and the minor alteration of land use
limitations (Variance).
NOTIFICATION: Public Notice of the August 19, 1991 hearing was
published in the local newspaper, mailed to adjacent property
owners, and posted in public buildings.
ANALYSIS:
The Applicant is requesting approval of a Conditional Use
Permit and Variance to modify and maintain the existing non-
conforming Dublin Cinema freestanding sign. The proposed 25 foot
tall double faced changeable copy freestanding sign is setback 30
feet from the front property line along Dublin Blvd. and is
located within the existing landscape planter. A Conditional Use
Permit is required for freestanding signs which exceed 20 feet in
height, up to a maximum height of 35 feet.
The existing freestanding sign is 34 feet in height, has
approximately 516 square feet of sign area including changeable
sign copy (reader board) and is setback 30 feet from the front
property line along Dublin Boulevard and is setback approximately
140 feet west of the Interstate 680 right-of-way.
The sign is considered a non -conforming sign for which the
Applicant was notified in February, 1988 and was sent two
reminder letters on April 25, 1989 and June 16, 1989. The
Applicant did not request an extension of time to bring the sign
into conformity, therefore, the Applicant is not entitled to an
extension and must bring the sign into conformance with the
Zoning Ordinance.
The Applicant proposes to modify the existing sign by
reducing the height of the sign to 25 feet and removing the 148
square foot Dublin Cinema hexagonal sign face. The Dublin Cinema
name will be attached to the reader board with no changes
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proposed to the existing size of the reader board. The location
will also remain the same. These proposed modifications will
reduce the existing sign area from 516 square feet to a total of
496 square feet (248 square feet per face).
The Applicant's request for the Conditional Use Permit to
allow a 25-foot tall sign is in compliance with the zoning
ordinance provision regulating the height, setback and location
of freestanding signs. However, the proposed sign area does not
comply with the zoning ordinance regulating sign area.
The proposed 496 square foot freestanding sign exceeds the
maximum permitted sign area of 300 square feet (150 square feet
per face). The sign ordinance allows up to a maximum 300 square
feet of sign copy area provided the sign is setback far enough
from the street frontage in accordance with the sign area setback
ratio established in the Zoning Ordinance (Section 8-87.34B)3)c).
The Applicant's Variance request is to deviate from setback
requirements and to exceed the maximum allowable sign area.
Under the Ordinance, the maximum permitted sign area for the
freestanding sign at its present location (based on a 30 foot
setback) is 180 square feet (90 square feet per face). The
Applicant is requesting approval of a sign which will more than
double the permitted sign area.
Approximately 515 square feet of sign area is available for
wall signs along the north and west building elevations. A ten
(10) square foot sign which is painted on the canopy at the west
entrance to the Cinema currently exists. Except for glass
showcases which display posters advertising current features
being shown and the canopy sign, the building does not utilize
any additional wall signage.
The property owner has specified in his written statement
and letter that Dublin Cinema's ability to compete in the market
should not be constrained by the City's attempt to eliminate,
reduce or modify the existing sign.
General Cinema's Dublin 6 Theatre has a 16 foot tall 210
square foot changeable copy freestanding sign which is setback 22
feet from the property line along Dublin Boulevard. This sign is
non -conforming. Based upon the existing setback, the sign would
be permitted 140 square feet of sign area. The owner has
requested a time extension to bring the sign into conformance by
June 1992.
In order for the Applicant to exceed the maximum permitted
sign area and setback requirements, a Variance is required.
Staff recommends denial of the Variance based upon the
following findings of fact:
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1. There are no special circumstances including size,
shape, topography, location or surroundings, applicable
to the property which would deprive the property of
privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity
under the same zoning classification in that the
property is 5.61+ acres, which is a relatively flat
rectangular parcel with direct access and frontage on
Dublin Blvd, which is designated as an arterial street
in the City's General Plan and situated in the vicinity
of both Interstate Freeways 580 and 680. The property
is similar in location and topography to other
properties in the vicinity. The Applicant's findings
are based on economic considerations and not physical
features.
2. The granting of the Variance will constitute a grant of
special privilege inconsistent with the limitations
upon other properties in the vicinity in that all
properties and businesses must comply with the City's
Sign Ordinance regulating the size, height, and
location of all signs within the city unless all
findings of fact are made. Granting a Variance to
allow the freestanding sign to exceed the maximum
permitted sign area does constitute a grant of special
privilege in that there are other locations on the
property to erect a freestanding sign which would not
require granting a Variance and would be consistent
with the City's Sign Ordinance.
3. The granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to
persons or property in the vicinity or to the public
welfare in that if the sign is approved it will be
required to comply with all building code regulations.
The Applicant has several options available with regard to
maintaining adequate signage on the site in conformance with the
Sign Ordinance. Staff has identified the following three options
(Attachment 3) the Applicant may pursue:
Option #1:
Option #2:
The Applicant can revise the Conditional use
Permit by reducing the total sign area of the
sign to 180 square feet (90 square feet per
face). The sign would be 25 feet in height
and would remain in its existing location.
The Applicant could relocate the sign, and
increasing the height and sign area as the
sign is setback from the front property line,
in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance
pertaining to sign area/setback/height ratio
established for freestanding signs. For
maximum results, the Applicant could relocate
the sign approximately 90 feet south of the
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Option #3:
property line within the landscape planter.
Subject to approval of a Conditional Use
Permit, this location would allow the sign
the maximum 35 feet in height and allow the
maximum 300 square feet (150 square feet per
face) of sign area as provided by the Sign
Ordinance. A Variance would not be required.
However, a Conditional Use Permit to allow
the 35 foot height would be required.
The Applicant could install a 275 square foot
(approximate) changeable copy reader board
wall mounted sign on the north building
elevation facing Dublin Boulevard, combined
with a 6' tall, 24 square foot low profile
alternate freestanding sign identifying
Dublin Cinema name. A Conditional Use Permit
for the changeable copy sign and Site
Development Review for the low profile
alternate freestanding sign would be
required.
The aforementioned options are consistent with the City Sign
Ordinance with regards to area, setback and height requirements.
Staff recommends denial of the Variance request and approval of
the Conditional Use Permit request, subject to compliance with
the zoning ordinance provisions governing height and setback, not
to exceed the maximum permitted height of 35 feet or the maximum
permitted sign area of 300 square feet, provided adequate setback
is maintained.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
FORMAT: 1) Open public hearing and hear Staff presentation.
2) Take testimony from Applicant and the public.
3) Question Staff, Applicant and the public.
4) Close public hearing and deliberate.
5) Adopt resolutions relating to PA 91-046, or give
Staff and Applicant direction and continue the
matter.
ACTION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the
Draft Resolution (Exhibit B) denying the Variance
request and adopt the Draft Resolution (Exhibit C)
approving the Conditional Use Permit for PA 91-046.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A:
Exhibit B:
Site/Sign Plans/Elevation Drawings.
Draft Resolution denying the Variance.
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Exhibit C: Draft Resolution approving the Conditional Use
Permit.
Background Attachments:
Attachment 1: Zoning/Location Map.
Attachment 2: Property Owner written statement/letter.
Attachment 3: Staff recommended sign location options.
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RESOLUTION NO. 91 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
DENYING PA 91-046 DUBLIN CINEMA VARIANCE REQUEST TO MODIFY AND
MAINTAIN A FREESTANDING SIGN WHICH EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE SIGN
AREA AND TO DEVIATE FROM FREESTANDING SIGN SETBACK REQUIREMENTS AT
7450 DUBLIN BLVD.
WHEREAS, Fred Fallah, representing Dublin Cinema, filed a
Conditional Use Permit and Variance application to modify and maintain
an existing non -conforming freestanding sign which exceeds the maximum
allowable sign area and to deviate from setback requirements at the
Dublin Cinema site at 7450 Dublin Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing on
said application on August 19, 1991; and
WHEREAS, proper notice of said public hearing was given in all
respects as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the application has been reviewed in accordance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and was
found to be Categorically Exempt under Sections 15301, Class 1(g) and
15305, Class 5; and
WHEREAS, the Staff Report was submitted recommending that the
Planning Commission deny the Variance request; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said
reports, recommendations and testimony hereinabove set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning
Commission does hereby find that:
1. There are no special circumstances including size, shape,
topography, location or surroundings, applicable to the
property which deprive the property of privileges enjoyed by
other properties in the vicinity under the same zoning
classification in that the property is 5.61+ acres, and a
relatively flat rectangular parcel with direct access and
frontage on Dublin Blvd. and in the vicinity of both
Interstate Freeways 580 and 680. The property is similar in
location and topography to other properties in the vicinity.
2. The granting of the Variance will constitute a grant of
special privilege inconsistent with the limitations upon
other properties in the vicinity in that all properties and
businesses must comply with the City's Sign Ordinance
regulating the size, height, and location of all signs
within the city unless all findings of fact are made.
Granting a Variance to allow the freestanding sign to exceed
EXHIBIT B
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the maximum permitted sign area does constitute a grant of
special privilege in that there are other locations on the
property to erect a freestanding sign which would not
require granting a Variance and would be consistent with the
City's Sign Ordinance.
3. The granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to
persons or property in the vicinity or to the public welfare
in that if the sign is approved it will be required to
comply with all building code regulations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does
hereby deny PA 91-046 Dublin Cinema freestanding sign variance request
to modify and maintain an existing non -conforming freestanding sign
which exceeds the maximum allowable sign area and to deviate from
setback requirements per Sections 8-87.34B)2)a and b) and 8-87.34B)3)b
and c) and does hereby require the Applicant to bring the existing
freestanding sign into conformance with the City's Sign Ordinance
within ninety (90) days of the effective date of this denial. Failure
to bring the sign into conformance within the specified time may
result in the issuance of a citation.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of August, 1991.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
Planning Director
Planning Commission Chairperson
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RESOLUTION NO. 91 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
APPROVING PA 91-046 DUBLIN CINEMA FREESTANDING SIGN CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AT 7450 DUBLIN BOULEVARD.
WHEREAS, Fred Fallah, representing Dublin Cinema filed an
application for a Conditional Use Permit and a Variance to modify and
maintain an existing freestanding sign which exceeds the maximum
allowable sign area and to deviate from setback requirements at the
Dublin Cinema site at 7450 Dublin Blvd.; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing on
said application on August 19, 1991; and
WHEREAS, proper notice of said public hearing was given in all
respects as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the application has been reviewed in accordance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and was
found to be Categorically Exempt under Section 15305, Class 5, and
15301, Class 1(g); and
WHEREAS, the Staff Report was submitted recommending that the
application be conditionally approved, subject to conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said
reports, recommendations and testimony hereinabove set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning
Commission does hereby find that:
A. The proposed project will serve a public need by providing
theatre identification to the general public and the
community.
B. The use will be properly related to other land uses and
transportation and service facilities in the vicinity, as
the proposed sign will be compatible to the type and nature
of signs typically found in the neighborhood.
C. The use, under all circumstances and conditions of this
particular case, will not materially adversely affect the
health or safety of persons residing or working in the
vicinity, or be materially detrimental to the public welfare
or injurious to property or improvements in the
neighborhood, as all applicable regulations will be met.
D. The use will not be contrary to the specific intent clauses
or performance standards established for the district in
which it is to be located in that conditions have been
applied to ensure conformance with the Zoning Ordinance.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does
hereby conditionally approve PA 91-046 Dublin Cinema freestanding sign
as shown by materials labeled Exhibit "A" on file with the Dublin
Planning Department, subject to the following conditions.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
Unless stated otherwise, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied
with prior to the issuance of building permits or establishment of
use, and shall be subject to Planning Department review and approval.
The following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible
for monitoring compliance of the conditions of approval. [PL],
Planning, [B] Building, (P0] Police, [PW1 Public Works, [ADM'
Administration, [FIN] Finance, [F] Dougherty Regional Fire Authority,
[DSR1 Dublin San Ramon Services District, [C01 Alameda County
Department of Environmental Health.
1. PA 91-046 Conditional Use Permit is approved for a double faced
freestanding sign in excess of 20 feet in height as generally
depicted by the attached site plan/elevation drawing dated June
27, 1991, labeled Exhibit "A", subject to compliance with the
Zoning Ordinance provisions of Section 8-87.34 governing height,
setback, location and size of freestanding signs. In no case
shall the freestanding sign exceed the maximum height of 35 feet
or the maximum of 300 square feet (150 square feet per face).
The specific height, setback location and sign area shall be
subject to Planning Director review and approval. [PL]
2. Any modifications or location proposed for a freestanding sign or
any new wall signs shall be subject to review and approval by the
Planning Director prior to installation or use. [PL]
3. All building permits for a proposed freestanding sign shall be
secured and construction commenced within ninety (90) days of the
effective date of this approval. The Applicant and/or property
owner shall comply with all applicable building code
requirements. The approval period of this conditional use permit
may be extended an additional ninety (90) days (prior to the
expiration date, the Applicant must submit a written request for
the extension) by the Planning Director upon the determination
that the findings and conditions of approval of the Conditional
Use Permit continue to be met. [B, PL]
4. The sign shall be be located within a landscaped planter area.
5. All landscaping on the site shall be maintained in a viable and
well kept manner at all times. [PL]
6. This approval shall become null and void, in the event the
approved use ceases to operate for a continuous one-year period.
[PL]
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7. This use shall be subject to Zoning Investigator review and
determination as to compliance with the conditions of approval.
[PL]
8. This permit shall be revocable for cause in accordance with
Section 8-90.3 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of
the terms or conditions of this permit shall be subject to
citation. [PL]
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of August, 1991.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
Planning Director
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Enea Properties Company
June 12, 1991
TO: LAURENCE L. TONG
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
FROM: ROBERT S. ENEA
ENEA PLAZA
RE: VARIANCE REQUEST FOR SIGN
DUBLIN CINEMA
Enea Properties Company
6670 Amador Plaza Rd.
Dublin, CA 94568
(415) 828-8423
FAX 833-0886
We feel there are special circumstances that exist which are specific to a theater use that
provide sufficient grounds for granting a sign variance. Specifically, theater marquees
should be differentiated from other retail type business signs because they serve a
different purpose. Most retail type business signs serve to give tenant identity and foster
customer familiarity associated with location. Theater marquees, on the other hand, are
informational in nature and provide potential customers with the one necessary bit of
information they need, "what movies are playing." To further support this distinction, it
should be noted that theaters, in general, are the only businesses that are required by
the nature of their industry to change their signs on a weekly basis to announce the
arrival of newly released films.
Given the fact that there are now two new theaters (Pleasanton Galaxy and Blackhawk
Cinemas) in our market competing for the same film product and customer, it is critical
to the future of our business that we maintain adequate signage. Furthermore, the
Dublin Cinema's ability to compete in this market should not be constrained by the
City's attempt to eliminate, reduce, or modify an existing sign that has been in place and
functioned well for the last 22 years. We appreciate your consideration of our request.
Sincerely,
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553 •59 -� C-0 AND C-1 USES.
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L= 134.82 UTILITIES:
SANITARY SEWER SERVICE PROVIDED BY DUBLIN-SAN RAMON SERVICES DISTRICT
HATER SERVICE PROVIDED BY EAST BAY MUNICPAL WATER DISTRICT
z GAS i ELECTRIC PROVIDED BY PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY.
� TELEPHONE PROVIDED BY PACIFIC BELL COMPANY
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N_ FIRE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY CITY OF DUBLIN
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USE OF PARKING AND MAINTENANCE OF PARKING i LANDSCAPED AREAS TO BE
c USED JOINTLY AND MAINTAINED AS PER CONDITIONS TO BE IMPOSED BY COVEN -
Ito ANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS TO BE PREPARED FOR PARCEL A L PARCEL
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AFTER NEW STREET AREA IS DEDICATED AND ACCEPTED BY THE CITY OF .DUBLIN
w THE PARKING AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE PORTION OF PACEL B SOUTHERLY OF
f t0 THE MEN STREET SHALL EXCLUDED PROM THE C.0 i R.'S ON THE NORTHERLY
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78
Date
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Sheet No
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