C.1 - Art in Public PlacesJUNE 16, 2022
PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING MEETING
Zoning Code Amendment 22-04
❖Amending Chapter 18.06 –Definition
❖Adding Chapter 18.81 –Art in Public
Places
Proposal
Proposing to Amend Title 18 (Zoning)
1.Adding a definition for “Arts in Public Places” to Chapter
18.06-Definitions
▪"Art in Public Places" means any work of art which is designed for and
sited in a space accessible to the public, from a public square to a
wall inside a building open to the public.”
2.Add Chapter 18.81 –Art In Public Places
2030 Vision
Statement
Goal 3 to Promote Economic
Development by updating
zoning in preparation for
future development and
attract and retain businesses
Preserve and protect our
community and its
exceptional quality of life
through thoughtful planning
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
Art in Public Places has the power to:
▪add beauty, character, and a sense of history to the city
▪provides a diverse and culturally rich environment
▪enhances the quality of life
▪educates the public
▪becomes an economic asset by attracting new business
and visitors
https://riversidecvb.com/play/arts-culture/
Purpose
1.Establish a standard to include
works of art in new Development
Projects.
2.Establish a fund to be used
exclusively for the creation,
purchase, installation, security,
and maintenance of art in
public spaces throughout the
City.
ART means all forms of original creations:
▪Sculptures
▪Painting
▪Graphic Arts
▪Mosaics
▪Photography
▪Crafts in clay, fiber and textiles, wood, metal plastics,
and other materials
▪Calligraphy
▪Stained glass
▪Mixed media
▪Lighting elements
▪Dedication ceremonies
▪Water generated art
“Love” sculpture in New York City (Stock
Photos from f11photo/Shutterstock)
https://inlandempire.us/city-of-riverside-reaches-out-
to-community-on-public-art/
APPICABILITY
Art in Public Places requirements will apply to all construction or rehabilitation projects:
▪New commercial and industrial construction
▪Remodeling or reconstruction of existing commercial or industrial property
▪Residential subdivisions or development of two or more units
The creator of the work of Art shall be an Artist
▪Record of exhibitions
▪Public commissions
▪Sales of works
▪Educational attainment
EXCEPTIONS
▪Public projects
▪Remodeling, repair, or reconstruction caused by a natural disaster
▪Remodeling, repair, or reconstruction of residential units
▪Nonprofit, social service, or cultural institution projects
▪Low, moderate, and affordable housing developments
▪Private educational institutions
REQUIREMENTS
Art Value:
▪1% of the estimated total building valuation for all new
development projects (except single-family residential)
▪½% of 1% of the estimated total building valuation for single -
family residential projects
In-Lieu Fee:
▪Monetary contribution in-lieu of the public art shall be collected
in the same amount as the required Art Valuation.
PUBLIC ART FUND
▪The in-lieu fee will be managed through a Public Art Fund
▪Funds will be exclusively used for Art
▪Location preference: library, parks, office buildings, sidewalks,
lobbies, traffic islands, and plazas.
▪Location and art shall be reviewed by the Planning
Commission and approved by the City Council.
PUBLIC ART FUND
▪Recommendations for installations may be requested from the Parks and Recreation Committee, the Art Committee, the Planning Commission, City Council, or other city committee
▪Ideas discussed by the Parks and Recreation Committee:
Beehive shaped monument art
Wall Art
Artistic Wraps for dumpster enclosures and utility boxes
Mosaic wall art along Barton Road next to Grand Terrace Elementary
Veterans Freedom park mural
Digital Sign for the city
Statue at Palm and Barton Road
OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENACE
Works of Art shall remain on the approved property and
maintained in the manner originally approved by the city
▪Title for the work of art will be required
▪A recorded covenant or agreement
▪Successive owners are responsible for the work of art
▪The city will enforce maintenance, repair, or restoration
▪Art donated and accepted by the city or installed on public
property will be owned and maintained by the city
REVIEW PROCESS AND STANDARDS
Submittal requirements:
▪The developer shall submit a proposal and artistic rendering of the
proposed artwork or indicate an intention to pay the in-lieu fees
▪The proposal for the work of Art shall be considered as an
element of the Site and Architectural review process
▪Require review and approval by the Planning Commission
REVIEW PROCESS AN STANDARDS
▪Conceptual compatibility
▪Appropriateness
▪Preservation and integration of natural features
▪Structural and surface integrity
▪Representation of a variety of Art within the community
▪Appropriate in scale, form, and content with the immediate general
social and physical environment
PROCEDURES FOR ART DONATED TO THE
CITY
▪The art will be reviewed as part of the Site and Architectural design
review process
▪A written agreement from the Artist waiving his/her rights under the
California Art Preservation Act or other applicable law.
▪The Artwork will be reviewed by Planning and provide
recommendation to the Planning Commission to accept,
conditionally accept, or denied the proposed work of art.
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR ART DONATED TO THE CITY
▪Works of Art shall be one-of-a kind
▪Preliminary sketches, photographs must be submitted
▪Art appraisal or other evidence of value is required
▪Plans shall include the location and compatibility with the proposed
development
▪Must be displayed in an area available to the general public
REMOVAL OF PUBLIC ART
▪The site review process outlined on this Ordinance, unless the
replacement is identical and in the same location as originally
approved
▪The cost of the replacement shall be equal or greater
▪The location of the replacement must meet public visibility
requirements
▪The Art shall be installed within 180 days of the removal
▪The owner may choose to pay an in-lieu fee equivalent to the
replacement cost
ADDITIONA REQUIREMENTS
The City Manager will prepare an annual report to the City Council
indication the amount of revenues accumulated in the Art in
Public Places Fund and the expenditures made in the preceding
fiscal year
The Art in Public Places fee does not replace the required
development fees, application fees, or other fees as part of the
normal development review process
The City Manager may request the City Council to exclude certain
capital improvement projects from the provisions of this ordinance.
California
Environmental
Quality Act
(CEQA)
These amendments are exempt
pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) in that
the activity is cover by the general rule
that CEQA applies to projects, which
have the potential for causing a
significant effect of the environment.
This proposal will not have a significant
effect on the environment because the
amendments only changing
administration procedures.
Public Notice
Notice was provided in accordance
with state law.
As of today, Staff has not received any
comments.
Recommendation
ADOPT THE ATTCHED RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY
COUNCIL MAKE A DETERMINATION THAT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 22-
04 IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(b)(3)AND
RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
TITLE 18 OF THE GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING
CHAPTER 18.06 (DEFINITIONS)AND ADDING CHAPTER 18.81 ESTABLISHING
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES REQUIREMENTS
Questions?