Sec. 38-189. Review Procedures.
A. Two Phases of Review.Applications for architectural review shall be subject to the following review types:
1. Preliminary Review.An evaluation of the project’s general siting, form, mass and architectural style.
2. Final Review.An evaluation of the project’s exterior finishes, colors, materials, landscaping, lighting, fencing and any other exterior feature.
B. Minor and Major Architectural Review.The Architectural Review Committee shall adopt and maintain a list of project types that are eligible for either minor or major architectural review. Minor and major architectural review shall be conducted as follows:
1.Major architectural review shall be conducted by the Architectural Review Committee at a public meeting.
2.Minor architectural review shall be conducted administratively by the City Manager or designee. The following process shall apply to all administrative reviews:
a. Pre-Decision Referral.At the specific request of any interested party or at their discretion, City staff shall refer any project to the Architectural Review Committee for consideration prior to administrative decision.
b. Post-Decision Referral.If specifically requested by any interested party within 10 days of an administrative decision, a project shall be referred to the Architectural Review Committee for consideration. These proceedings shall not be considered an appeal, but a formal referral and standard findings for decision shall apply.
C. Multiple Entitlements.When a project requires architectural review and a use permit, variance, or other review or approval from the Planning Commission, a joint meeting of the Architectural Review Committee and Planning Commission may be convened at the discretion of the City Manager or designee. The purpose of these joint meetings is to foster discussion about the project as a whole, and help both boards make more informed decisions. In the course of these joint meetings, requested entitlements shall be considered individually by the Planning Commission or the Architectural Review Committee, as appropriate, and separate actions, findings, and conditions of approval shall be made and assigned for each considered entitlement. The Planning Commission shall take all actions prior to the Architectural Review Committee.
D. Noticing Requirements.When an application for architectural review includes construction of a new building, an increase in height, or addition of floor area, written notices shall be sent by U.S. Mail at least 10 days prior to the public meeting or administrative decision to all owners of property located within 100 feet of the perimeter of the project site. In addition, story poles and netting shall be installed at least 10 days before the public meeting or administrative decision for the following project types:
1.Construction greater than one story;
2.Projects that involve an increase in height; or
3.As directed by the Architectural Review Committee, Planning Commission or City Council.
4.If safety concerns or other issues preclude installation of story poles and netting, alternative means of illustrating a project may be used at the discretion of the City Manager or designee. Said concerns or issues shall be clearly identified and the alternative means provided in the written notice. (Ord. 3458 § 1, 2010)