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C I TY OF SAN LU IS O B I S P o
FROM: Arnold Jonas, Community Development Directors
Prepared By: Whitney McIlvaine, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: ARC 51-96; Security fencing and gates for the lower portion of the County
courthouse parking lot at the comer of Monterey and Santa Rosa Streets.
CAO RECOMMENDATION
Affirm the Architectural Review Commission's(ARC) and the Community Development
Director's comments on the project.
DISCUSSION
In April 1996, the County Department of General Services submitted - for courtesy
ARC review and comment - a proposed design for a security wall and gates at the
perimeter of the lower portion of the parking lot on the east side of the County
Government Center. This is the parking lot used by County Supervisors and the Courts.
At its May 20, 1996 meeting, the ARC provided several suggestions to reduce the
apparent mass of the wall and minimise construction impacts on the affected trees
(Attachment 4). Given the superior agency status of the County, the City has no direct
approval authority over the project.
As an additional courtesy review, the County Department of General Services submitted
revised plans in February 2000 (Attachment 2). The new plans show an ornamental steel
fence between plastered block columns and a raised circular planter at the corner of
Monterey and Santa Rosa Streets. Entrance to the fenced area would be via gates made
from the same ornamental steel.
The revised plans were routed to the Building Division of the Community Development
Department and the Fire, Police and Public Works Departments for comment. Those
comments are incorporated into the Community Development Director's response letter
of April 3, 2000 (Attachment 3).
Supervisor Pinard has requested that City Council also review the project before it returns
to the County Board of Supervisors for action (Attachment 5). Council members'
comments will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors via the County Department of
General Services.
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Attachments: 1. Vicinity map
2. Reduced project plans
3. Letter from Arnold Jonas dated 4/3/00
4. Previous ARC comments dated 5/23/96
5. County referral letter from Duane Leib dated April 18, 2000
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April 3, 2000 Attachment 3
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1087 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
SUBJECT: 1050 Monterey Street, Courthouse parking lot security fencing and gates, ARCMI
51-96
Dear Mr. Kopecky;
I have reviewed your plans for the installation of security fencing and gates in the courthouse
parking lot and determined that the project is minor, and is approved subject to the following
conditions:
1. The City Fire Department shall have the ability to access through all gates from the exterior
side. The applicant shall coordinate the type of entry systems with the Fire Prevention Bureau
staff.
2. Gates #1 and #2 shall have approved exiting hardware and shall open in the direction of
egress. Special egress control devices shall be reviewed and approved by the City Fire
Department prior to installation.
3. Assuming building exits open into the area enclosed by the fence, gates #1 and #2 shall have
approved latching hardware that requires no special knowledge or effort (e.g. no keys) to open
the gates from inside the enclosure.
4. The gates for pedestrians accessing the enclosed area shall be designed with a smooth 10-inch
kick plate at the bottom and be capable of providing a clear 32-inch opening.
5. The ramp shall have a 72-inch level landing in the downward direction of travel as required
by the California Building Code(see attachment).
6. Consider compact spaces or motorcycle parking for the two spaces immediately behind the
new vehicle gate, enabling the new curb to be located further from the tree trunk in this area.
Installation of a curb and paving under the existing Carrotwood tree at the head of these spaces
could seriously damage the tree.
OThe City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of its services, programs and activitii2-8
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf(805)781-7410.
ARC MI 51-96 Revisions
1050 Monterey Street
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7. Relocation of traffic signal equipment will require the consent of the City Public Works
Director. Public Works staff recommends against relocation due to the complexity of the
equipment at this location.
With the above changes, the project will not require review by the Architectural Review
Commission.
My action is final unless appealed within 10 calendar days of the date of this letter. Anyone may
appeal the action by submitting a letter to the Community Development Department within the
time specified. Appeals will be scheduled for the first available Architectural Review
Commission meeting date. If an appeal is filed, you will be notified by mail of the date and time
of the hearing.
Questions regarding conditions #1 and #2 should be directed to Darren Drake, Fire Marshall at
781-7386. If you have any other questions,please contact Whitney McIlvaine,at 781-7164.
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cc: Architectural Review Commission Chairman
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Ron Whisenand,Development Review Manager
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May 23,1996 Attachment 4
County of San Luis Obispo Z. 5
County Government.Center
Attn: Kathy McNeil
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
SUBJECT: ARCMI 51-96: 1066 Monterey
Architectural review of safety and security measures for County court facilities.
Dear Ms. McNeil:
The Architectural Review Commission, at its May 20, 1996 meeting, provided the following
comments on a proposed security wall for the lower half of the parking area on the east side of the
County Government Center:
1. To minimize the visual impact of the wall,and reduce potential for graffiti, screen the exterior
of the wall with ivy or another vine or use espaliered plants, and provide ground cover on the
exterior of the wall.
2. Use a bridging foundation for portions of the wall beneath the dripline of trees to remain to
minimize disturbance of their roots. Please submit working drawings of the wall to the City
Arborist for review prior to construction.
3. Average maintained foot candles at pavement should not exceed .5. Please submit the
photometric analysis to the City Community Development Director for review prior to a final
decision on project lighting.
4. Coordinate emergency access and egress with the City Fire Department.
5. Design the project to meet accessibility standards adopted consistent with the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
6. Investigate architectural alternatives to the proposed wall including decoration and
fenestration to break up the wall mass and add interest. Possible design alternatives include:
■ use of wrought iron on the upper one to two feet of the wall;
■ the addition of posts; and
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OThe City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities.
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf(805)781-7410.
ARCMI 51-96
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■ the addition of a cap at the top of the wall.
If you have any questions, please contact Whitney McIlvaine at 781-7175.
Sincerely,
Ronald 'senand
Development Review Manager
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A tachment 5
°� COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
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COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER• SAN LUIS OBISPO,CALIFORNIA 93408•(805)781-5200
DUANE P. LEIB, DIRECTOR
April 18, 2000 ReGeirved
John Dunn, City Manager APR 'L U 2000
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San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
COUNTY PARKING LOT FENCE
At agenda review, Supervisor Pinard requested that the County seek formal approval for the
proposed security fence project at the County's Santa Rosa Street parking lot. I have enclosed a
set of drawings depicting the fence and it's location.
County staff sought review, comment and approval of this 8 foot fence from the City Planning
staff and from the City ARC. The extra step of formal City Council approval is seen as desirable.
tPlease advise when this could be reviewed by the City Council and if more information is
required.
Thank you for you consideration of this request.
DUANE P. LEIB
General Services Director
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