City of Pleasant Hill - Architectural Review Commission Meeting - November 5, 2026

The City of Pleasant Hill Architectural Review Commission met on November 5, 2026. The commission approved the October 15 meeting minutes and reviewed L’Académie’s signage and window-film request. Staff recommended updating the property’s 1998 master sign program for all tenants, including allowing longer non-illuminated aluminum wall signs and revised monument-sign panels. The commission voted to approve the signage based on revisions to the existing program. It also discussed the opaque window film installed for privacy and nap-time needs; the transcript does not clearly record a separate decision on the film. No procurement or spending activity was identified.

The commission also reviewed Arco’s proposed canopy replacement and fascia signage, including a variance request to be heard by the Planning Commission later. Commissioners discussed the logo projecting above the fascia and the blue LED strip’s potential light spill; the motion described approval with the strip adjustable so it could be dimmed or turned off in response to complaints, but the vote outcome is not captured clearly. For RPM Auto, the commission considered after-the-fact accessory structures and lighting. Staff cited design and setback concerns and the absence of a photometric study; commissioners discussed seeking compliant alternatives and further lighting information. The transcript records a unanimous vote on this item but does not clearly capture whether the motion was to continue or deny it.