HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCReso03-08 PA02-007 Dublin Theater Co. CUP RESOLUTION NO. 03-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
APPROVING PA 02-007 DUBLIN THEATRE COMPANY
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST TO EXPAND AN EXISTING
BUSINESS BY ADDING A NEW DANCE STUDIO, ASPIRE!
AT 6614 DUBLIN BLVD
WHEREAS, on October 28, 1998, the Zoning Administrator approved a Conditional Use Permit
(PA 98-054) to allow the establishment of Dublin Theatre Company, an Indoor Recreational Facility,
within a C-2 General Commercial Zoning District, located at 6620 Dublin Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, on March 23, 1999, the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit
(PA 98-072) to amend the hours and scale of operation of Dublin Theatre Company; and
WHEREAS, the applicant, Rick Robinson, Jr. of Dublin Theatre Company has requested
approval of a new Conditional Use Permit to expand their existing operations to include a dance studio,
Aspire!, located at 6614 Dublin Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, Dublin Theatre Company currently provides acting, singing, dance, and technical
theatre courses and performances for children, teenagers and adults; and
WHEREAS, Dublin Theatre Company proposes to expand its current offerings with the addition
of a new dance studio, Aspire!; and
WHEREAS, Aspire! would provide dance classes and a rehearsal space for children, teenagers,
and adults; and
WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with the State
guidelines and City environmental regulations require that certain projects be reviewed for
environmental impact and that environmental documents be prepared; and
WHEREAS, the project has been found to be Exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), according to Section 15061(b)(3). It can be seen with certainty that there is no
possibility that the project may have an impact on the environment because the proposed project would
be located on a currently developed site within an existing retail/office complex and because there are no
foreseeable traffic impacts; and
WHEREAS the Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing on said application
on March 11, 2003; and
WHEREAS, the Staff Report was submitted recommending approval of a Conditional Use
Permit for a dance studio at 6614 Dublin Blvd; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said reports, recommendations
and testimony hereinabove set forth and used their independent judgment to make a decision; and
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that the proposed project is appropriate for the
subject site.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does
find that:
The proposed use is compatible with other land uses, transportation and service facilities in the
vicinity because the proposed use will be located within an existing multi-tenant retail/office
complex adjacent to Dublin Boulevard near the intersection of Dougherty Road.
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The proposed use will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or working in
the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare because all City
and Alameda County regulations and conditions will be met.
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The use will not be injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood and conditions of
approval will ensure ongoing compatibility with adjacent commercial uses.
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There are adequate provisions for public access, water, sanitation, and public utilities and
services to ensure that the proposed use and related structures would not be detrimental to the
public health, safety, and welfare.
The subject site is physically suitable for the type, density and intensity of the use and related
structures being proposed because the site is currently developed as a mixed-use complex and the
existing on-site traffic circulation pattern at Dublin Station is adequate to accommodate a dance
studio.
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The use is not contrary to the specific intent clauses, development regulations, or performance
standards established for the zoning district in which it is located because the project is
consistent with the C-2 General Commercial Zoning District, which encourages general
commercial use types along major transportation corridors and intersections and because
conditions of approval are required to ensure that the expanded operations of Dublin Theatre
Company to include a dance studio will be compatible with adjacent uses.
The granting of a reduction in the off-street parking requirements for shared parking at the
Dublin Station shopping center, by 120 required parking spaces, more appropriately meets the
current parking demands for businesses located within the center.
H. The proposed conditional use permit is consistent with the Dublin General Plan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does hereby
approve PA 02-007 Dublin Theatre Company Conditional Use Permit request to expand their existing
operations to include a dance studio, Aspire!, at 6614 Dublin Boulevard, as generally depicted by the
attached plans, labeled Exhibit 1, dated received on February 24, 2003, stamped approved and on file
with the Dublin Planning Department, subject to compliance with 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
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compliance of the conditions of approval. [PL] Planning, [B] Building, [PO] Police, [PW] Public
Works, [ADM] Administration/City Attorney, [FIN] Finance, [F] Alameda County Fire Department,
[DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District, [CO] Alameda County Department of Environmental
Health.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Approval. PA 02-007 Dublin Theatre Company Conditional Use Permit request is approved to
expand its existing operations to add a dance studio, Aspire! at 6614 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin
Station. This approval shall generally conform to the staff report, Applicant's written statement
and project plans stamped approved, labeled Exhibit 1, consisting of seven (7) sheets, prepared
by Velocitel Architecture and Engineering, dated received by the Planning Department on
February 24, 2003. [PL]
Period of approval. This approval shall be null and void in the event the approved use fails to
be established within one year, or ceases to operate for a continuous one-year period. [PL]
3. OPeration. Operation of Dublin Theatre Company' s, Aspire! dance studio shall be as follows:
Classes/Rehearsals:
Monday to Friday:
Saturday & Sunday:
4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
No. of Classes:
16 per week
No. of Students:
14 per class
Dance Studio. The Dance Studio classroom area shall have a maximum occupancy of thirty-
eight (38) persons and the waiting area shall have a maximum occupancy of six (6) persons.
[PL, F, B]
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Noise/Nuisances. The Applicant shall limit interior and exterior noise so as not to create a
nuisance to existing and/or surrounding businesses. If a noise issue occurs, the Applicant shall
further sound proof the tenant space or otherwise address the problem, subject to the review and
approval of the Zoning Administrator. No loudspeakers or amplified music shall be permitted to
project, or be placed, outside of the building. [PL, PO]
Activities. All activities associated with the use shall be conducted entirely within the enclosed
building. [PL]
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Maintenance. The Applicant shall be responsible for maintaining the premises in safe, clean and
litter-free condition at all times. The Applicant shall be responsible for cleaning up and
disposing of Dublin Theatre Company and Aspire! generated trash and litter on-site and off-site
within the neighborhood. [PL]
POLICE SECURITY
City of Dublin Non-Residential Security Requirements. The Applicant shall comply with all
applicable City of Dublin Non-Residential Security Ordinance Requirements. Existing security
hardware shall be upgraded to new standards. This shall include a peephole on the rear doors
and address numbers. [PO, B, FI
10.
Graffiti. The Applicant/Property Owner shall keep the exterior of the building free of graffiti
vandalism on a regular and continuous basis at all times. [PO, PL]
11.
Business Site Emergency Response Card. The Applicant shall complete a Business Site
Emergency Response Card and deliver it to the police prior to occupancy. [PO]
FIRE PROTECTION
12.
Regulations and requirements. The Applicant shall comply with all Alameda County Fire
Department regulations and requirements at all times. [CO, F]
14.
Fire Extinguisher. The Applicant shall provide at least one 2A 10BC portable fire extinguisher
for each 3000 square feet of floor area. Travel distance to an extinguisher shall not exceed 75
feet and shall not be between floors (CFC 2001, Section 1002.1) [F]
15.
Exiting. The Applicant shall illuminate all exits and provide exit signs (CFC 2001, Section
1212.4 & 1212.2). Additional directional exit signs may be required to clearly indicate the
direction of egress and shall be field verified (CFC 2001, Section 1212.2). [F]
16.
Addressing. The Applicant shall place approved numbers or addresses on all existing buildings.
The address shall be positioned as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road
fronting the property. Said numbers shall contrast with their background (CFC 2001, Section
901.4.4). [F]
15.
Occupancy Sign. The Applicant shall post a maximum occupancy sign in accordance with the
Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Building Code and/or State Fire Code. [F, B]
16.
Occupant Load. The Applicant shall submit a proposed occupant load, including calculations
(CFC 2001, Section 1204.1). IF]
17.
Signage. The Applicant shall post signage for the Fire Sprinkler Riser, Fire Alarm Room/Panel,
Electric Room/Panel, Roof Access and any location that may require access during an
emergency. [F]
18.
Knox Key Lock. The Applicant is required to obtain a Knox key lock system from the Alameda
County Fire Department. Applications are available at the Alameda County Fire Department,
Fire Prevention Division, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568 (CFC 2001, Section 902.4 as
amended). [FI
BUILDING
17.
Regulations and requirements. The Applicant shall obtain all necessary permits from the
Dublin Building Department and comply with all regulations and requirements of the City and
State Uniform Building Code. [B]
PUBLIC WORKS
18.
Signage. The Applicant shall upgrade the existing disabled-access parking stalls that directly
serve their tenant spaces in accordance with the current California Building Code standards.
Signs depicting the international symbol of accessibility must be installed on the brick wall of
the building facade to properly identify the two existing disabled-access stalls along the row of
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parking that fronts the building. These signs shall conform to the following standards: 1) each
sign shall have a reflectorized surface depicting the international symbol of accessibility (white
symbol and text with blue background; 2) the area of each sign shall not be smaller than 70
square inches; and, 3) each sign shall be wall mounted at the center of each stall at an elevation
of 36 inches minimum above the adjacent walk surface. [PW]
MISCELLANEOUS
18.
Use Permits PA 98-054 & PA 98-072. The Dublin Theatre Company shall comply with all
conditions of use permit PA 98-054 and PA 98-072, except those specifically amended in use
permit PA 02-007. [PL]
19.
Signs. Any signage installed or placed on-site shall be subject to the City's Sign Ordinance.
[PL]
20.
Annual review. On at least an annual basis, this Conditional Use Permit shall be subject to
Zoning Investigator Review for compliance with the conditions of approval. [PL]
21.
Revocation of permit. The permit shall be revocable for cause in accordance with Section
8.96.020.1 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 11th day of March, 2003.
AYES:
Cm. Fasulkey, Jennings, Nassar, King and Machtmes
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
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