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City Planning Commission
Agenda Item for Meeting of May 11, 1994
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2. PUBLIC HEARING: DRC 94-23 - Anneal of Desi2n Review Committee's decision to deny
pronosed fence desi2n modification at 915 Paseo Ranchero - First United
Methodist Church of Chula Vista
A. BACKGROUND
On December 14, 1992, the Design Review Committee approved the plans for the proposed First
United Methodist Church to be located at the southeast corner of East "H" Street and Paseo
Ranchero within the Rancho del Rey Planned Community. The plans include a masonry/wrought
iron wall along the easterly boundary of the property.
On January 24, 1994, the Design Review Committee voted unanimously 5-0 to deny a proposal by
the Church to modify the approved plans by replacing the masonry/wrought iron wall with a
wood/wrought iron fence. The Church has appealed the Design Review Committee's decision to the
Planning Commission.
The project is exempt from environmental review as a Class 3(e) exemption.
B. RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the attached resolution affirming the decision of the Design Review Committee and thereby
denying the appeal.
C. DISCUSSION
The project site is located within a Community Purpose Facility (CPF) land use district and adjoins
residential areas to the south and east. The proposal is subject to compliance with the CPF District
property development standards and the principles and standards of the Design Manual. The project
includes three buildings (Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall and Preschool), plus playground areas and
parking for 210 automobiles. A complete list of Church activities and programs is attached,
Specifically, the proposed modification calls for the replacement of a 6 ft. -high solid masonry wall
with a 6-ft. high solid wood fence where the site abuts residential lots (approximately 200 lineal ft.)
and, where the site abuts the public right-of-way along the Camino Catalonia cul-de-sac, the
replacement of a 4-ft. high solid masonry wall topped with 2 ft. of wrought iron with a 4-ft. high
solid wood fence with perpendicular sections of open wrought iron at the landscape nodes (approx.
250 lineal ft.).
D. APPEAL
In their appeal, the Church correctly states that the applicable CPF standards require a minimum 10
ft. wide landscape strip or minimum 6 ft. solid wall or fence on any property line abutting a
residential zone. They go on to state:
. The majority of the easterly boundary has or could be adjusted to provide 10
ft. of landscaping, as well as the proposed wood fencing;
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. A grade separation of between 3-7 ft. provides a natural separation from the
residential area;
. A wood fence would be less imposing and provide more of a residential feel
between the two areas;
. The cost savings can be utilized by the Church on more visible items interior
to the site.
Please see applicant appeal form and statement attached hereto.
E. ANALYSIS
The CPF standard referred to by the applicant is stated as a minimum; it does not preclude the
requirement for landscaping as well as a wall or fence (see attached for full text of standard). In this
instance, the Design Review Committee found that a masonry wall is a more durable and
aesthetically appropriate treatment between the Church and the adjacent residential lots and public
street. This decision is based on the Design Manual principle which states: "Materials and finishes
should be selected for architectural harmony, aesthetic quality, durability and ease of maintenance. "
Staff concurs that the modified fence design solution is less compatible and harmonious with the
complex's overall architectural composition, and also less durable and easy to maintain. In addition,
the Church will provide a full schedule of programs and activities which include a Preschool for 120
children. Under these circumstances, we also believe a masonry wall represents a more appropriate
and substantial separation and noise buffer for the residential lots to the east.
It should be noted that staff originally raised with the Church the issue of a noise and visual buffer
for the homes that abut the southerly property line. The Church, however, surveyed these property
owners and found that they preferred to retain their existing walls and fences. In contrast, the
property owner to the east, McMillin Communities, has stated in a letter attached hereto that the
approval of the Church proposal by their RdR Architectural Review Committee included the masonry
wall and that they oppose the proposed modification to a wood fence (please see attached letter).
It is also believed that a masonry wall is far more appropriate than a wood fence -- both
aesthetically, and in terms of durability and maintenance -- where there is an interface with a public
street as is the case here with Camino Catalonia. Although this may represent an interior and
subordinate boundary for the Church, it will be a predominant visual element and potential
maintenance concern for the residents on Camino Catalonia.
For these reasons, staff is recommending denial of the appeal.
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RESOLUTION NO. DRC 94-23
RESOLUTION OF TIIE CITY OF CHULA VISTA PLANNING
COMMISSION AFFIRMING TIIE DECISION OF THE DESIGN
REVIEW COMMITTEE AND, THEREBY, DENYING THE
APPEAL ON DRC 94-23
WHEREAS, on December 14, 1992, the Design Review Committee considered and
conditionally approved the site plan and architectural design for the proposed First United Methodist
Church facility located at 915 Paseo Ranchero, and
WHEREAS, on December 17, 1993, the project applicant submitted a proposed plan
modification to replace a masonry wall with a wood fence along the easterly boundary which
separates the subject property from the adjacent residential area, and
WHEREAS, on January 24, 1994, the Design Review Committee considered and denied the
proposed modification by a vote of (5-0), notice of said decision having been fIled with the City
Clerk on February 10, 1994, and
WHEREAS, a duly verified appeal was filed with the Planning Department in a timely
fashion on February 18, 1994 by First United Methodist Church, and
WHEREAS, the project is categorically exempt from environmental review, as a Class 3(e)
exemption.
WHEREAS, the Planning Director set the time and place for a hearing on said appeal and
notice of said hearing, together with its purpose, was given by its publication in a newspaper of
general circulation in the City and its mailing to property owners within 500 feet of the exterior
boundaries of the property at least lO days prior to the hearing, and
WHEREAS, the hearing was held at the time and place as advertised, namely 7:00 p.m.,
April 13, 1994, in the Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, before the Planning Commission and
said hearing was thereafter closed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that from the facts presented to the Planning
Commission, the Commission finds that the proposed modification is inconsistent with the principle
of the Design Manual which states that "Materials and finishes should be selected for architectural
harmony, aesthetic quality, durability and ease of maintenance."
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission hereby affirms the decision
of the Design Review Committee and denies the appeal of the DRC 94-23.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the applicant
and the City Clerk.
RESOLUTION DRC 94-23
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
Thomas A. Martin, Chainnan
Nancy Ripley, Secretary
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CITYWIDE PROJECTS
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DRC-94-23
First United Methodist Church
915 Paseo Ranchero
Design Modifications
Staff Presentation
Principal Planner Steve Griffin presented the project, reminding members that at the
previous meeting the applicants had presented proposed modifications to the easterly wall
and the building elevations. He stated that at that time, the committee had indicated that
the proposed fencing would not be approved, and had suggested that the elevations be
modified. Mr. Griffin advised that staffs recommendation was for approval of the
revised building elevations and denial of the proposed wall/fence design modifications.
Ap.pJicantlCommittee Discussion
Wayne Holtan of Dominy & Associates stated that the elevations had been reworked to
incorporate the proposed stained glass pieces within spandrel glass, and that the mullions
would be painted out to match. He added that the proposal included very little visibility
from the street. Committee members agreed that the new design was an improvement
over the previous proposal and was better integrated into the building design.
MSUC (Gilman/Speth man) (5-0) to approve the modifications to the elevations depicted
on Exhibit A, and to deny the proposed wall/fence design modifications.
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DRC-94-23
First United Methodist Church
915 Paseo Ranchero
Deshm Modifications
Staff Presentation
Assistant Planner Amy Wolfe presented the project, explaining that the proposal consisted of
design modifications to the previously approved church complex at the southeast corner of Paseo
Ranchero and East "H" Street. She stated that the first request is for a revision to the previously
approved wall at the easterly boundary of the project, from a block and wrought iron design to
wood fencing; staff recommended denial of this request. The second modification requested
involves the incorporation of stained glass pieces from the existing church into the proposed
building elevations; staff recommended approval of this design modification.
Committee Ouestions
Member Spethman questioned a letter from the Rancho del Rey architectural review committee
stating that approval for the proposed modifications had not been granted. Craig Fukuyama,
speaking for Rancho del Rey Partnership, stated that the proposal had not been approved by the
review board; he added that among other considerations, there was a need to ensure a permanent
separation between two incompatible uses and a wood fence would not accomplish this.
Ap.plicant Presentation
Wayne Holtan of Dominy & Associates, project architects, stated that just the landscaping
provided would meet the requirement for a separation buffer between the two uses. He stated
that a wood fence would have a more residential feel, and that the landscaping to be installed
would hide much of the fencing anyway. Mr. Holtan added that Rancho del Rey Partnership
had certain related requirements to meet as a result of the easterly subdivision, and therefore was
not unbiased in this matter. Construction manager Dick William also spoke, addressing the
fencing issue for the church.
Committee Discussion
Chair Gilman questioned the separation requirement; Ms. Wolfe acknowledged that wither a 6'
wall or a 10' landscape strip would meet the requirements of the Ranch~ Del Rey SPA plan.
Principal Planner Griffin pointed out that while proposed landscaping would screen the wood
fence from the church site, staff felt that the view from the residential side was also important.
Chair Gilman agreed with staff that a masonry wall would provide a more permanent solution,
but that a tilt-up concrete wall might be less expensive; other members agreed that masonry was
preferable, with Speth man adding that the wood did not tie into the spanish architectural theme.
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Chair Gilman stated that she felt that the proposed stained glass windows interrupts the
architecture and destroys the lines of the buildings. Member Speth man felt that the look of the
glass pieces does not fit in with the more formal architectural style of the project; member Way
agreed, noting that the glass looked like an add-on. Members discussed the proposal with the
applicant; Mr. Holtan suggested that he could work with creating recesses around groupings of
the glass; however, he noted that even if the pieces were set into more regular forms, they
would still be random patterns within the forms. Member Speth man was unsure if this would
work; however, most members felt that re-working was needed.
MSUC (Gilman/Spethman) (4-0) to continue DRC-94-23 to the meeting of January 24, 1994 to
allow the project architect time to re-work the design for integrating the stained glass into the
building architecture.
CHAPTER XV: COMMUNITY PURPOSE FACILITY DISTRICT' REGULATIONS
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XV.2 PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
All development within the CPF District shall receive site plan and
architectural approval from the Chula Vista Design Review Committee.
Dimensions shown on the approved site plan shall constitute the applicable
deve 1 opment standards for the project. except that the fo 11 owi ng mi n imum
standards shall apply where a CPF District adjoins a residential district:
1, A minimum 10 foot wide landscaped strip or minimum 6 foot solid wall
or fence shall be maintained on any property line abutting a residen-
tial lone.
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Sai d wall or fence may be reduced to 42 inches in a 1 andscaped
front yard setback which does not contain parking facilities,
Front. rear and side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 20 feet,
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Appeal Form
Appea' from the decision of: CJ Zoning
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Comm1 $Sion
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Appellant: CHULA VISTA FIRST UNITED METHODIST
CHURCH
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Addr.lI:
110 THIRD AVENUE
Plene state wherein you beU,,,' there was an error in the decision of alA CPC mORe
'or the property locat.d at: 915 PASEO RANCHERO
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TIIF. CHURCH WOllLf> LIKE TO APPEAL THE DE
A. 6' MASONRY WALL AT THE EAST PROPERTY LINE A
ZONES. AND 4' MASONRY WALL WITH 2' WROUGH
LINES ABUTTING CAMINO CATALONIA AND CUL-DE-S
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A. The site is located In a Community Purpose Facility District. Per the property
development standards (Section C.I) .Where a CPF District adjoins a residential
district: A minimum 10 foot wide landscape strip w: minimum 6 foot solid
wall or fence shall be m'llintained on any property line abutting a residential
zone." The Church's site and landscape plans show that along the east property
line, a majority of the length has more than the minimum 10 foot landscape
strip (eucalyptus grove) and other curbs could be adjusted to provide the
minimum 10 foot strip. In addition, the Church is proposing to build a six (6)
foot wood fence also. With the grade change that exists between the Church's
property and adjoining residential zone and cul-de-sac, there is a natural
vertical separation that ranges between 3 feet to 7 feet.
For the Church to succeed in its new location, they want to attract the
neighbors, not wall them off. A wood fence would achieve this goal and give
a more friendly, residential fee. The Church use is not a retail, commercial
use and should not be held to the same standards (i.e. masonry wall) as a
Lucky store, gas station, etc.
Finally, with the budget constraints the Church is undor, the cost savings can
be better utilized in the Church campuS on more visible items that can be
incorporated into all three huildings.
In conclusion, modifications could be made to comply with the minimum
landscape requirements, but the Church is proposing to provide the 6 foot
wood fence in addition to the existing landscape plan. Therefor.., approval for
this plan is requested.
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FH=Fc:llowship Hall
Youth. four youth mums in FH building
CE=Chrislian Education rooms
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CUP HOl!RS OPERATION'I '
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We want to share what is happening with "cxcellence and compassion" through First United Methodist Church
of Chula Vista. We want you to get a scnse of the ministry and outreach of this congregation. The numbers in
paremhl'ses indicate the number of persons served.
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· Daughters and Sons United Support groups on Thursday aflemoons for children and y(mlh who have been
sexually abused. 5:00-6:30 p.m. Counselors. 6:60-7:30 p.m. FH/CEIY outh (70)
Good Neighbor Center collection poinl M-F.9 a.m..5 p.m. Sundays 8 a.m,.noon. Sa~c.lAdmin.
Interfaith Shelter Nch.-ork is an ecumenical project that offen; housing in churches on II rotating ba.sis for
homeless f amilics to enable them to find jobs. permanent shclter. 2-wccks per )'ea! - 24 hours/da)'. FH. (30)
Parents DB)' Out on Wednesday mornings: child care from 9:00am-l:oo pm Nursef)'-Sanc. Bldg. (20)
Share providcs food boxes for a nominal fee to families and individuals who do some: form or communil)'
seryice. Sign up 10 a.m.-noonl2 days ~r mo. Admin. Distribution 6 a.m.-ncxm!1 day per mo. Ai (90)
Local Reliefis assistance provided by our monthly communion offering (0 the hungry and stranded within
ar,d ....utsidc our congrcgation. II is a miniSlf)' that touches the livcs of people who no other ag~nc)' can h~Jp.
A vailabJe 9 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday. Admin. (130)
United Mtthodist Women is the largest women's organization in the world and plays 1\ major role in
global. national and local ministries for justice and missions. Meel monthly for circles. exec. board, unit meeting
and luncheon. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-W, 7:30-9 p.m. M.Tucs. FH. (166)
United Methodist Men meel monthly for breakfast, Christian fellowship, servj~. Saturda)'s. 6:30-9:30 a.m.
FH. (20)
Groups for studv and StlfJPorl
Suuda)' School clas~s 2 )'<:ar olds - 12th grade meet wcekly aI9:30-10:45 a.m. on Sundays. FH/CE/Youlh
Min. (A vg. at1Cndance 95)
Fricudl)' Furum is a large adu1t study group that meets Sunda)'s al 9:30 a.m. FH/CE (34)
Seekers is an adult study group meeting Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Sanc/Admin. (10)
Disciple Bible Study involves adults in a 34 week intensive overvicw of thc Bible. Mccts \\Ie~kl)'. 2
classes. 9-11:00 a.m. Thur., 7-9:30 p.m.wed. FH/CE (24)
Yuuth Disclplt Bible Study involves youth in.a 34 week int~nsive overvicw of the Bible. Meets weekl)'.
Time to be decided. Youth (12) /
Young Adult study group mcets Sunday mornings at 9:30. Open to adults (single & manied) ages 21. <5
Sanc/Admin. (7). "
Young Adult study group meets SUI Ida)' evenings from 6:00-8:00. For 18-35 year olds. FH/CE (10)
Sr. lligh Fellowship. Sunday cvcnings from 6:00-8:00. FHIY outh (60)
Jr. High Youth. Wednesda)' evenings from 5:30-7:30. FH/Youth (20)
Youth Discipleship Groups. small groups/dedicated Chzistian youth to grow in Ihe Christian faith.
Weekly. FH/Youth (10). ,
Tuesday Recreation - a "Drop-In" Day for the youth of our neighborhood. Fun and games along ",ith a
quict room for those who want to help each other \Vith homcwork. Wcckly during sehool year. FHlYoulh (18)
Couples Club has fellowship service projects. and a Bible study for couples in the 20-40 age-range. They
meel monthly. Saturdays 5-10:00 p.m. FH (60) - ,,'
Covenant Discipleship Groups are small groups Ihat olTcr mutual support in following Jesus as his
diseipl~~. 9 groups mect \Ve~kly. for one bour. 6-8 p.m., 9.10a.m. Mon-Thurs. Sanc/Admin/FHICE (60)
"Spiritual JOllme)' '" "12 Step Group" meets for mutual support in recovery. Wed,7-9:oo p.m. FH/CE (f;)
PrayerlBible Study. Weekly group for prayer and study. Tuesdays 1-3:00 p.m. Sane/Admin. (R)
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unds)' 'Isitation is ea mg c>n toose \\'ho ha\'c "isited our congrcgation. Monthly 1-2:00 p.m.
Sane/Admin. (75)
Youth Lock.ins and otoer special c"enis arc open doors for youth to invite friends to be pan of the faith-life
of our youth ministry. 4 timcs annuall)'. Fri. 0:00 p.m. - Sat. 11:00 am. Youth/CE (20)
Inquirers Class and pa.~toral contact with visitors; to prol'ide infom1ation and invitation to become an
activc pan of this conEregation's life. 4 times annually. Sun. 5-6:00 p,rn. Sanc/Admin, (45)
Confirmation Class for youth who arc preparing to reaffinn their b<\ptism and assume responsibility as
United Methodist mcmbers of the Church. Annually for 6 weeks. Sun. 9;30-10;30 a.m. Youth (15)
Member~"'i~ Care .
I'ltStoral ounsclinJ: and Referral is both fc>nnal and infc>nnal conversation with mcmbers and
ronstitucnts. Sanc/Admin. (150)
Prs,)'cl' Chain pmys for specific re<:jueslS anytimc, day or night. Admin. (60)
Hospital Visitation and response to special nceds such 3.' dcath, family crisis. Admin. (200)
Shut-In MinistrJ cal1ing on our shut-ins and eldcrly members. Admin. (75) .
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'he anetuary Choir is open to adults and high school students. Rehearsals are held on Thursday e\'cnings
from 7:00-9:00 p.m.. Sane/Admin. (35)
The Chamber Singers Ensemble is open to aU adults. Rehearsals are held on Monda)' cvenings from 8:00.
9:00 p.m. Sane/Admin (14)
The Contemporary Praise Ensemble is open to all adults and high school young people. Rehearsals are
held on Monday evenings from 6:45-7;45 p.m. Sanc/Admin (7)
The Choristers Choir (grades 2-6) rehearses Sunday mornings front 11:00- a.m..J2:00 p.m. Sane/Admin.
(18)
The Carol Choir (ages 4,5,6) rchcan;es Sunday mornings from 11:00 a.m..12:00 p.m. Min bldg, (8)
dlllinistration
1 oards, ommitlecS, and commissions meel monthly or quarterly to attend to all phases of church lifc.
Sane/Admin. FH (100)
Wurship
3 wor.ship scrvice!; on Sunday mornings. 8,1,1:30, 11:00 a.m. (Average attcndance each \Vcck is 436.) Sanc.
Wednesday night Communion service weeldy. 7:30 p.m. Sane (30)
Weddings and FuneralslMemorial Services. Sanc. (Approximately 20 per year.)
Holy Wee!; -3 additional services Thurs. 7:30, Fri. 7:30, Sat. 8 :00 p.m. Sanc. (240)
Christmas - 3 Christma., Evc services. 6, 8, 9:30 p.m. Sanc. (760)
Prcschool
Preschool runs weekdays 7:30-5:30 during the schoo] year. EnroJlment is 190 with a maximum of 120
children on the premises at one time. Summer program runs for 5 weeks from June 29 to July 31 with ao
enrollment of 60. Children's Mlrustry.
Kindennusik, a music program for preschooIon;, meets wcekly (2 cla.sses) during the school ycar.
Children's Ministry. (24)
Annual ro ram~':
aealtOn Iblc c 001 open to C('ntmunit). for children, preschool thn:.ugh Gr<ldc 6. 5 days plus family
Celebration evcning. FH/CE'Youlh/Children's Ministry Bldgs. (lSO) .
Pops Concert. All choirs present a fun cvening of popular music. Aug. attendance 200 each for 2 nights.
FH (55-00 participants) .
Sacred Music Concerts. Choirs present a cantata of Eastcr and/or Christmas music. A vg. aUendance 70 (40
participanls) Sun. 4:00 or 7:00 p.m. Sanc
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cvents, overnights, memombilia sales, Eagle ScOUI ecremonics. Mon.-Sal. 6-10:00 p.m. AlICE (310+)
...Girl Scouts of America. HOSL~ troops, trdining events, overnights, coobc distribution, award and
promotion ceremonies. Mon,.SaL 6-10:00 p.m. FH/CE (270+)
...American Youlh &.>ecer Organil..ation. Hosts leader meetings, referee training, awards nights. Mon. 7-
9:00 p.m. FH/CE (150)
...CaJico Twirlers. Hosts square dance club and monthly leader mectings Weekl)' Mon. 6:30 p.m.
Monthly on Tucs. 7-10:00 p.m. FHICE (40)
... Recovef)' and Support groups. HOSL< weckl)' recover)' and monthly Alzheimcr's Care-givers suppcm
groups. CE (20)
. ..Alzheimer's "Morning Out Club". Hosts weekly program of Alz.heimcr's Associalion. Tues. 9:00 lI.m.-
3:00 p,l1], FH (]5) _ '
. ..Chula Vista Quiltcrs. HosL~ mOllthl}' meeling of quilters scrdce group and additional progrdrns. W(',d. (j_
9:00 p.m. FH (50) _
...Uvernight usage by visiting Youth Groups and Work Teams. (5-7 groups per YC.l\r. ]2-15 persons per
group. 1 night - 2 week stays). 1=H/CEfYouth
.. .International Understanding. Hostlorcign exchangc student classes during sLImmer. 4 w('.cks Mon.-Fri.
8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Fl-lICE (2U)
...Polls. County Rcgistrar of Voters uses facilities for training, suppl)' distribution and polls once or twice
annually. Mon. & Tue. all day. FH (40 pJus voters)
... Rummage Sates. Fund raising cvcnts for church and non-profit community groups:
U.M.Y outh. United Methodist Women, New Entra Casa, Meals on Wheels, Altl1lsa Club, Boy Scouts
All da}' Thurs.-SaL (hundreds of participants and customcrs) FH
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DEC 2 0 1993
A~'" ~ Ie\ lillin Conmmnities
December 30, 1993
City of Chula Vista Planning Department
City Design Review Committee
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Re: Case No. DRC-94-23
First United Methodist Church
Modifications to Previously Approved Design
Members of the Design Review Committee:
The Rancho del Rey Architectural Review Committee (ARC) received a Notice of Design
Review concerning the First United Methodist Church project referenced above. The
Rancho del Rey ARC wishes to comment on the modifications requested by the Church.
Approval by the Rancho del Rey ARC is required prior to submittal by an applicant for
consideration by the City Design Review Committee pursuant to the approved Design
Guidelines. In this case, the ARC has not been contacted for its approval of the proposed
modifications. Our understanding, based on discussion with the Planning Department staff,
is that the proposed modifications include changing the wall separating the Church's parking
lot from the residential subdivision to the east from solid masonry to a wood fence.
When the Rancho del Rey ARC approved the original submittal to the City Design Review
Committee, it required that the Church construct a six foot high concrete masonry unit wall
along the entire easterly boundary. It was, and continues to be, the ARC's opinion that a
wood fence will not provide the necessary separation and noise protection that should be
maintained between the two uses. We became aware that the City Design Review
Committee's approval included modification, specifically that a section of the wall had been
approved as a four foot high concrete masonry unit wall, with two feet of wrought iron on
top. The Rancho del Rey ARC did not approve this earlier modification and does not
believe that it provides sufficient protection for the adjacent residents from the noise and
activity of a parking lot. '
City of Chula Vista Planning Department
December 30, 1993
Page 2
We request that the City Design Review Committee consider the appropriate wall type for
this sensitive interface between uses and to require the solid masonry wall originally
approved by the Rancho del Rey ARC.
Thank you for this opportunity to comment.
Very truly yours,
EY ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITIEE
CTF/hks
A:HKS/CIFI3:L.ARC
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'I1IE cr. . OF CHULA VISTA DISCLOSURE STA.~ .
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You are required to file a Statement of Disclosure of certain ownership or financial interests, payments, or campaign
contributions, on aU mailers which will require discretionary action on the part of the City Council, Planning Commission, and
all other official bodies. The following information must be disclosed:
1. LIst the names of all persons bavlng a financial interest in tbe property whicb Is the subject of tbe application or the
contract, e.!-, owner, applicant, contractor, subcontractor, material supplier.
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF CBULA VISTA
DOMINY + ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
RANCHO DEL REY PARTNERSHIP
WILLIAM TUCHSCHER, GRUBB & ELLIC
WILLIAM'S C.M.
2. If any person" Identified pursuant to (1) above isa corporation or partnersbip,lIst tbe names of all individuals owning
_ more than 10% of tbe sbares in tbe corporation or owning any partnersbip Interest in the partnership.
FIRST UNTIED METHODIST CHURCH OF CHULA VISTA
MCMILLAN COMMUNITIES
HOME CAPITAL
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serving as director of tbe non-profit organization or as trustee or beneficiary or trustor of the trusL
CHARLOTTE HELMS, CHAIRPERSON OF TRUSTEES
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LEW DOMINY
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