HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000/07/26 - Agenda PacketCITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY JULY 26, 2000 7:00 PM
Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center
Council Chamber
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California
I. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Chairman McNiel__ Vice Chairman Macias__
Com. Mannerino__ Com. Stewart Com. Tolstoy
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS
II1. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-
controversial. They will be acted on by the Commission at one time without
discussion. If anyone has concern over any item, it should be removed for
discussion.
A. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-20 - D. R. HORTON - A request to
amend the design and building plans of 79 single-family residences
that were previously approved by the City as part of Tentative Tract
Map 15727, which is located west of Archibald Avenue, between
Fourth and Sixth Streets. The 79 lots are distributed throughout
the Tentative Tract Map area. APN: 210-451-39 through 42; 210-
461-50 through 60 and 210-062-49.
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
The following items are public hearings in which concerned individuals may voice
their opinion of the related project. Please wait to be recognized by the Chairman
and address the Commission by stating your name and address. All such
opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual for each project. Please sign
in after speaking
B. ADDENDUM TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 00-02 - U.C.P., INC. - A request
to recommend approval for a development agreement for
approximately 504 acres of the San Bernardino County
unincorporated area, generally located north of Highland Avenue
between Hanley Avenue and Rochester Avenue - Tentative Tract
Map 14493 through 14498, 14522, 14523, 15838, and 15902. An
Environmental Impact Report was previously certified on October
26, 1999. An addendum to the EIR is being prepared because the
project description did not include a development agreement or the
construction of full improvements to the extension of Banyan Street
from Day Creek Channel to Rochester Avenue, or full
improvements to the segment of Day Creek Boulevard between
Banyan Avenue and SR 30. The addendum is being prepared in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
(Continued from July 12, 2000)
C. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 99-49 - EVERGREEN/DEVCO - The development of a
drugstore with a drive-though window for prescription orders
consisting of a 13,813 square foot building on a 1.52 acres parcel
in the Office Professional (OP) District, located at the northwest
corner of Haven Avenue and Alta Loma Drive - APN: 201-262-37.
Related file: Tree Removal Permit 99-37. Staff has prepared a
Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for
consideration.
D. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 00-13 - COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH - A request to
develop a temporary Youth Center totaling 4,900 square feet on an
existing church campus of 4.95 acres of land in the Medium
Residential District located at the Community Baptist Church, 9090
19th Street at the northwest corner of 19th Street and Beryl Street.
APN: 201-221-08. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of
environmental impacts for consideration.
E. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 15447 - LEGACY PARTNERS - The
proposed subdivision of 19.39 acres into four parcels, located near
the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth Street in the
Industrial Park District (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific
Plan and within the Haven Avenue Overlay District. APN: 210-
081-07 and 210-081-15. Related files: Development Review 00-
22, Tree Removal Permit 00-13, Pre-Application Review 00-01,
and Preliminary Review 00-01.
F. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-11 - PACIFIC BELL WIRELESS
- The development of a wireless communication facility consisting
of a 60-foot stealth co-location 'monopalm" and two cabinets
housing transceiver equipment on 500 square feet of leased area
on a 5.64 acre parcel of land in the Sunrize Shopping Center in the
Neighborhood Commercial District, located at 8647 Base Line
Road- APN: 207-022-14.
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G. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-14- PACIFIC BELL WIRELES?,
- The installation of a 60-foot high "monopalm" wireless
telecommunications facility in the Terra Vista Village Shopping
Center in the Neighborhood Commercial District of the Terra Vista
Community Plan, located at 7629 Haven Avenue ~ APN: 1076-
481-31.
H. INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02
CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to amend the
Industrial Area Specific Plan, Development Code Chapter 17.30, to
include "Medium Manufacturing" and "Medium Wholesale, Storage,
and Distribution" as permitted uses on parcels of 35 acres or
larger, subject to the approval of a Master Plan, within the
Industrial Park District (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific
Plan.
V. NEW BUSINESS
I. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW 00-22 - LEGACY PARTNER,C; The proposed
development of four 2-story office buildings totaling 280,000
square feet on 19.39 acres of land, located near the southeast
corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth Street in the Industrial Park
District (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, and within
the Haven Avenue Overlay District - APN: 210-081-07 and 210-
081-15. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of
environmental impacts for consideration. Related files: Tentative
Parcel Map 15447, Tree Removal Permit 00-13, Pre-Application
Review 00-01, and Preliminary Review 00-01.
J. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW 00-18 - UNION BANK - The development of a 6,000
square foot bank on 1.2 acre of land in the Industrial Park District
(Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located on the
south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Milliken Avenue. APN:
229-011-25, 31, and 32. Staff has prepared a Negative
Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the commission. Items
to be discussed here are those which do not already appear on this agenda.
VII.COMMISSION BUSINESS
K. GENERAL PLAN UPDATE PROGRES,C; - Oral report
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an
11:00 p.m. adjournment time. If items go beyond that time, they shall be heard
only with the consent of the Commission.
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I, Gall Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the
foregoing agenda was posted on July 20, 2000, at least 72 hours prior to the
meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive,
Rancho Cucamonga.
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DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Sal Salazar, AICP, Associate Planner
Duane Morita, Contract Planner
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-20 - D.R. HORTON - A request to amend the
design and building plans of 79 single-family residences that were previously
approved by the City as part of Tentative Tract Map 15727, which is located west
of Archibald Avenue, between Fourth and Sixth Streets. The 79 lots are distributed
throughout the Tentative Tract Map area. APN: 210-451-39 through 42;
210-461-50 through 60 and 210-062-49.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
The 79 lots are within the existing Hawthornes residential development and are presently
graded and ready for construction.
ANALYSIS:
A. Backqround: In 1998, the City approved Tentative Tract Map 15727 and design and
building plans for those single-family residences proposed with the tentative tract map.
Tentative Tract Map 15727 was comprised of 82 acres and was approved as a 339-1ot
subdivision. Griffin Homes was the original builder and is currently constructing about 260
homes approved with the tentative tract map and other design approvals. D.R. Horton,
applicant for this Development Review application, has acquired 79 lots from Griffin
Homes for the purpose of constructing single-family residences, but at sizes larger than
originally approved in 1998. D.R. Horton is proposing to amend those design and building
plans that were previously approved for Griffin Homes. Exhibit "A" locates the specific lots
being acquired by D.R. Horton. D.R. Horton is only constructing residences on finished
pads. The previous builder, Griffin Homes has or will provide all perimeter walls, common
landscaping, sidewalks, and other on-site and off-site improvements.
B. Previously-Approved Griffin Homes Plans: Previous design and building plans that were
approved with Development Review 99-07 for Griffin Homes included three house plans,
each with four elevation styles. The Plan 1 product included single-story structures, with
ITEM A
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three to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and two-car garages, ranging in size from
1,431 to 2,294 square feet. The Plan 2 product included two-story structures, with three to
four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and two-car garages, ranging in size from 1,604 to
2,851 square feet. The Plan 3 product also included two-story structures, with three to
four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and three-car garages, ranging in size from 1,710
to 2,989 square feet. All house plans included window surrounds and foam, shutters, and
corbel treatments. Some elevations also included synthetic stone veneer. The approved
Griffin Homes' building plans and elevations are attached (Exhibit "B").
C. Proposed D.R. Horton's Plans: D.R. Horton's design and building plans propose three
house plans, each with three elevation styles. In addition, alternative window designs
affecting shape, actual number of windows, and surrounds are also being considered.
As a comparison, the D.R. Horton plans propose larger homes. All D.R. Horton homes will
be two-story structures; no single-story homes are being proposed. The Plan I product
will range in size from 2,575 to 2,660 square feet and have four bedrooms, loft area, three
bathrooms, and a three-car tandem garage. Optional features include den, bonus room,
and a larger family room. The Plan 2 product will range in size from 2,962 to 3,194 square
feet and have five to six bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a two-car garage. Optional
features include larger family room, den, loft, extra bedroom, and third garage. The Plan 3
product will range in size from 3,192 to 3,614 square feet and have five bedrooms, three
bathrooms, and a three-car garage. Optional features include a bonus room, loft, den, and
sixth bedroom. D.R. Horton's building plans and elevations are attached (Exhibit "C").
Depending upon the particular plan, light brown stucco exterior walls, with either brown
blend concrete flat tile or "S" tile will be provided. Accent features include brown or green
blend wood trim, wood shutters, and stucco recesses. Stone veneer will be provided on
certain elevations.
Staff finds the amended building plans to be well designed. The elevations are
characterized by strong vertical and horizontal changes. Roofs include varied hip and
gable designs, which make for interesting elevations. Though three-car garages are being
proposed, the garage does not appear to dominate the front elevations of the various
plans. Window surrounds and treatments are provided for all elevations, not only the front
elevations. Furthermore, the Conceptual Site Plan (Exhibit "D") complies with the various
setback requirements of the City's Development Code.
D. Desiqn Review Committee: The Design Review Committee (McNeil, Stewart, Coleman)
reviewed the project on June 20, 2000, and recommended approval with conditions, which
have been incorporated into the attached Resolution of Approval. In summary, the
Committee required the applicant to revise the project's Conceptual Site Plan to provide
an additional two-feet of corner side yard setback for proposed Lot 1. The Committee also
required that shutters be provided for second-story windows of residences abutting Fourth
Street, Golden Oak Park, and industrial buildings along Archibald Avenue. The applicant
has agreed to these conditions. The Design Review Committee meeting Action Agenda
and minutes are attached (Exhibit "E").
E. Technical Review Committee: The Technical Committee reviewed the project and
recommended approval with the conditions listed in the attached Resolution of Approval.
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F. Gradinq Committee: The Grading Committee reviewed the project and recommended
approval with the conditions listed in the attached Resolution of Approval.
G. Environmental Assessment: An Environmental Impact Report. was prepared for Tentative
Tract Map 15727 as part of the proposed Cucamonga Cornerpointe project and was
certified by the City Council on November 20, 1996. The EIR evaluated impacts
associated with development of single-family residences within the Tentative Tract Map
15727 area, including those lots that are affected by the proposed project. The EIR
concluded that a single-family residential development will not result in any significant
environmental impact, with mitigation measures. Further environmental clearance or
evaluation is not required for the proposed project.
FACTS FOR FINDING:
A. The proposed project is consistent with objectives of the General Plan and Development
Code; and
B. The proposed project will comply with all applicable provisions and standards of the Low-
Medium Residential District (4-8 dwelling units per acre), including height limitations and
setbacks; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
D. The proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment; and
E. The proposed project will not be detrimental to~the public health, safety, or welfare or
materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development
Review 00-20 through the adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval with Conditions.
Respectfully submitted,
City Planner
BB:SS\DM~ma
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Location Map
Exhibit "B" - Previously Approved Griffin Homes Building Plans
Exhibit "C" - D.R. Horton's Building Plans
Exhibit "D" - Conceptual Site Plan
Exhibit "E" - Design Review Comments for June 20, 2000
Resolution of Approval for Development Review 00-20
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:20 p.m. Sal Salazar/Duane Modta June 20, 2000
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-20- D.R. HORTON - A request to amend the design and building
plans of 79 single-family residences that were previously approved by the City as part of Tentative
Tract Map 15727, which is located west of Archibald Avenue, between 4th and 6th Streets. The 79
lots are distributed throughout the Tentative Tract Map area. APN: 210-451-39 through 42;
210-461-50 through 60; and 210-062-49.
Background: In 1998, the City approved the design and building plans for the homes within
Tentative Tract Map 15727. Tentative Tract Map 15727 comprises 82 acres and was approved as
a 339-1ot subdivision. Gdffin Homes was the odginal builder and is currently constructing those
homes approved with the Tentative Tract Map and other design approvals. D.R. Horton, applicant
for this Development Review application, has acquired 79 lots from Gdffin Homes for purposes of
constructing single-family residences, but at sizes larger than originally approved in 1998. See
Exhibit "A", which locates the specific lots being acquired by D.R. Horton. D.R. Horton is only
constructing residences on finished pads. The previous builder, Griffin Homes, has or will provide
all perimeter walls, common landscaping, sidewalks, and other on-site and off-site improvements.
Previous design and building plans approved for Gdffin Homes included three house plans, each
with four elevation styles. The Plan I product included single-story structures, with three to four
bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, two-car garages, and ranged in size from 1,431 to 2,294 square
feet. The Plan 2 product included two-story structures, with three to four bedrooms, two to three
bathrooms, two-car garages, and ranged in size from 1,604 to 2,851 square feet. The Plan 3
product also included two-story structures, with three to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms,
three-car garages, and ranged in size from 1,710 to 2,989 square feet. All house plans included
window surrounds and foam, shutters, and corbel treatments. Some elevations also included
synthetic stone veneer. Refer to Exhibit "B" for reductions of approved Gdffin Homes' design and
building plans.
Desi.qn Parameters: Those D.R. Horton design and building plans being considered with this
Development Review application propose three house plans with three elevation styles. In addition,
alternative window designs affecting shape, actual number of windows, and surrounds are also
being considered.
As a comparison, the D.R. Horton plans propose larger homes; none of the Griffin Homes' plans
exceeded 3,000 square feet in size (except for the Piedmont Section). All D.R. Horton homes will
be two-story structures; no single-story homes are being proposed. The Plan I product will have
four bedrooms, loft area, three bathrooms, three-car tandem garage, and range in size from 2,575
to 2,660 square feet. Optional features include a den, bonus room, and a larger family room. The
Plan 2 product will have five to six bedrooms, three bathrooms,two-car garage, and range in size
from 2,962 to 3,194 square feet. Optional features include a larger family room, den, loft, extra
bedroom, and third garage. The Plan 3 product will have five bedrooms, three bathrooms, threecar
garage, and range in size from 3,192 to 3,614 square feet. Optional features include a bonus room,
loft, den, and sixth bedroom. Refer to Exhibit "C" for a reduction of D.R. Horton's design and
building plans.
Depending upon the particular plan, light brown stucco exterior walls, with either brown blend
concrete fiat tile or "S" tile will be provided. Accent features include brown or green blend wood
trim, wood shutters, and stucco recesses. Stone veneer will be provided on certain elevations.
DRC COMMENTS
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June 20, 2000
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Staff finds the amended building plans to be well designed. The elevations are characterized by
strong vertical and horizontal changes. Roof styles include varied hip and gable designs, which
make for interesting elevations. Though three-car garages are being proposed, the garage does
not appear to dominate the front elevations of the various plans. Window surrounds and treatments
are provided for all elevations. Furthermore, the amended Conceptual Site Plan and building
elevations comply with the vadous setback requirements of theCity's Development Code, except for
proposed
Lot 1, which is discussed in the following section. Refer to Exhibit "D" for a reduction of the
Conceptual Site Plan.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Major Issues: The following design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this
project:
1, Provide Additional Comer Side Yard Setback for Lot 1: The City's Development Code
requires a 10-foot corner side yard setback for comer lots within the Low-Medium Residential
District. The Conceptual Site Plan indicates an insufficient eight-foot comer side yard setback
for Lot 1. An additional two feet of comer side yard setback is required. Refer to Exhibit "E",
which presents Lot 1. The intedor side yard setback is currently designed at 10 feet. The
Development Code requires only a five4oot interior side yard setback. Therefore, there is
sufficient area to "move" the proposed residence to ensure compliance with Development
Code setback requirements. Staff has notified the applicant's engineer regarding this issue.
The Conceptual Site Plan will be revised prior to Planning Commission consideration.
2. Provide Shutters for Major Second-Story Window~ for Residences Located on Comer Lots
and Residences Backinq on 4th Street: In 1998, the City conditioned Gdffin Homes to provide
shutters on all major second-story windows that side-on or back-on to streets. This condition
applies to those D.R. Horton lots that either are located on comer lots or back onto 4th Street.
Staff has notified the applicant's architect that additional shutters will be required for these
particular lots. The affected elevations will be revised accordingly, prior to Planning
Commission consideration.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the
project subject to the modifications as recommended above.
Attachments
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Para Stewart, Dan Coleman
Staff Planner: Duane Morita
The Committee recommends approval subject to staffs comments and the following:
1. Revise the Conceptual Site Plan to provide additional corner side yard setback for Lot 1. An
additional 2 feet of corner side yard setback is required.
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2. Revise building plans and elevations to provide shutters for major second-stor,j windows for
residences facing Fourth Street. facing industrial buildings along Amhibald Avenue, and facing
Golden Oak Park.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW 00-20, AMENDING THE DESIGN AND BUILDING PLANS OF 79
RESIDENTIAL LOTS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY THE CITY FOR
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 99-07, LOCATED WEST OF ARCHIBALD
AVENUE, BETWEEN Fourth AND Sixth STREETS, AND MAKING FINDINGS
IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 210-451-39 THROUGH 42, 210-461-50
THOUGH 60, AND 210-062-49.
A. Recitals.
1. D.R. Horton filed an application for approval of Development Review 00~20, which
amends the design and building plans of 79 single-family residences that were previously approved
by the City as part of Development Review 99-07, as described in the title of this Resolution.
Hereinafter, in this Resolution, the subject Development Review request is referred to as "the
application."
2. On the 26th day of July 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga held a meeting to consider the application.
3. All legal prerequisites pdor to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved bythe Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting on July 26, 2000, including written staff reports, this Commission hereby
specifically finds as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with objectives of the General Plan and
Development Code; and
b. The proposed project will comply with all applicable provisions and standards of the
Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 dwelling units per acre), including height limitations and
setbacks; and
c. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment; and
e. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare
or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
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3. Based upon the facts and information contained in the November 1996 Cucamonga
Comerpointe Environmental Impact Report, the Planning Commission finds that there is no
substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment other than
those impacts previously identified in the EIR. Further, based upon the substantial evidence
contained in the Environmental Impact Report, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information
provided to the Planning Commission during the meeting, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts
the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California
Code of Regulations.
4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forlh in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 above, this
Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below and
in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Plannin,q Division:
1) The applicant shall comply with Conditions of Approval for Design
Review 99-07.
2) Residential design and development shall comply with the Optional
Development Standards for the Low-Medium Residential District,
including height limitations and setbacks, and provision of barbecues
for all residential lots.
3) Shutters for second-story windows of residences abutting Fourth Street
(proposed Lots 10 through 25), industrial buildings along Archibald
Avenue (proposed Lots 1 through 10), and Golden Oak Park'(proposed
Lots I through 9) shall be provided.
En.qineerin,q Division
1) Revise existing street improvement plans to show all new driveway
locations.
2) All of the recorded tracts shall be annexed to the CC&Rs.
3) No additional building permits will be issued for the Hawthornes (Tracts
15727-1 through 15727-8 and 15727) until all outstanding issues have
been resolved.
a) Legal documents shall be processed for deeding Golden Oak
Park (APN: 210-062-48) to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
b) Revisions to Drawing 1628 shall be completed, including curb
return corrections at the northwest comer of Fourth Street and
Archibald Avenue, a maintenance ddve approach on Fourth
Street, and intedor relocations of curbside drain outlets.
c) Drawing 1649 shall be ready for the City Engineer to sign.
d) Revise the storm drain plans for Line B as needed.
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e) Process a parcel merger for the private park on Lots 51 and 52 of
Tract 15727-2.
f) Record a permanent easement on the south side of the street
(within the City of Ontado) for the traffic signal at Fourth Street
and Golden Oak Road.
g) Precise grading plans shall be consistent with street improvement
plans.
5. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Larry T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-20
SUBJECT: AMEND BUILDING PLANS FOR TENTATIVE TRACT ~$727
APPLICANT: D.R, HORTON
LOCATION: WEST OF ARCHIBALD AVENUE, BETWEEN 4TH AND 6TH STREETS
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Completion Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City,
its agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay~as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but
such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development~Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the
date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which
include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and
Development Code regulations.
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all
Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
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3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5.Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development
Code, and all other applicable City Ordinances.
6.If no centralized trash receptacles are provided, all trash pick-up shall be for individual units
with all receptacles shielded from public view.
7. For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground
vaults.
8.All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
9. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the
Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering
Divisions and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or
prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be
provided to the City Engineer. The Homeowners' Association shall submit to the Planning
Division a list of the name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and
every year and whenever said information changes.
10. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property
owner, homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this
landscape maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and
approved prior to the issuance of building permits.
11. Solar access easements shall be dedicated for the puLrpose of assuming that each lot or
dwelling unit shall have the right to receive sunlight across adjacent lots or units for use of a
solar energy system. The easements may be contained in a Declaration of Restrictions for
the subdivision which shall be recorded concurrently with the recordation of the final map or
issuance of permits, whichever comes first. The easements shall prohibit the casting of
shadows by vegetation, structures, fixtures, or any other object, except for utility wires and
similar objects, pursuant to Development Code Section 17.08.060-G-2.
12. The developer shall submit a construction access plan and schedule for the development of I
all lots for City Planner and City Engineer approval; including, but not limited to, public notice
requirements, special street posting, phone listing for community concerns, hours of
construction activity, dust control measures, and security fencing.
13. For single family residential development, a 2-inch galvanized pipe shall be attached to each i
support post for all wood fences, with a minimum of two ',/=-inch lag bolts, to withstand high
winds. Both post and pipe shall be installed in an 18-inch deep concrete footing. Pipe shall
extend at least 4 feet, 6 inches above grade.
14. Wood fencing shall be treated with stain, paint, or water sealant. I
15. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link I
to maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
16. On corner side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk. I I
17. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry. I I
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18. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be
manufactured products.
D. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
Details shall be included in building plans.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. Multiple car garage driveways shall be tapered down to a standard two-car width at street.
2. The Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles
on this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit
parking on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home
landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed
landscape architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance
of building permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier
in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading plans.
The location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees
shall be shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's
recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
3. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than
2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for
erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation
system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or
greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their
appearance as follows: one 15-cjallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area, 1-
gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover.
In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall
also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and
shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting
required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the
developer prior to occupancy.
5. For single family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be
continuously maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each
individual unit is sold and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units,
an inspection shall be conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in
satisfactory condition.
6. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the
Development Code. This requirement shall be in addition to the required street trees and
slope planting.
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G. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mail boxes.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
H. General Requirements
1. Submit four complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
c. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and
size of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils
report. Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check
submittal.
3. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls. I
4. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
I. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number (i.e., CUP 98-01). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code,
National Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the
Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential dwelling unit(s) or major addition to
existing unit(s), the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees
may include, but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,
Transportation Development Fee, Permit and Plan Checking Fees, and School Fees.
Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division
prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation I
and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday I
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
J, New Structures
1. Roofing matedal shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions. I
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Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits.
4. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more
of combined cut and fill. The Grading Plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a
California Registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT,
(909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
L. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Mello Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project. The
developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced,
participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a
fire station to serve the development. The CFD shall be formed by the District and the
developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs.
2.Fire flow requirement shall be: 1,500 gallons per minute.
a. A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department
personnel prior to water plan approval.
b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants
shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel
after construction and prior to occupancy.
3. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable pdor to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e.,
lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department
personnel.
4. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required
hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6-inch
riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet
this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and
model numbers.
5. Prior to the issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be
submitted to the Fire District that an approved temporary water supply for fire protection is
available, pending completion of the required fire protection system.
6.Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
a. All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection Distdct Ordinance 32.
7. Emergency access, a minimum of 26 feet wide, shall be provided, and maintained free and
clear of obstructions at all times during construction, in accordance with Fire District
requirements.
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8. Gated/restricted entry(s) require installation of a Knox rapid entry key system. Contact the I
Fire Safety r)ivision for specific details and ordering information.
9. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho I
Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows:
a. $132 for CCWD Water Plan review/underground water supply.
b. $132 for Single Family Residential Tract (per phase).
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
M. Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doom. I
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doom. If windows are I
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be
used.
3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices, I
N. Windows
1. All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be I
lifted from frame or track in any manner.
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THE CITY OF
I~ANCHO CUCAHONGA
S fRe r
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Salvador M. Salazar, AICP, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: ADDENDUM TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT 00-02 - U.C.P., iNC. - A request to recommend approval for a
development agreement for approximately 504 acres of the San Bernardino County
unincorporated area, generally located north of Highland Avenue between Hanley Avenue
and Rochester Avenue - Tentative Tract Map 14493 through 14498, 14522, 14523,
15838, and 15902. An Environmental Impact Report was previously certified on October
26, 1999. An addendum to the EIR is being prepared because the project description did
not include a development agreement or the construction of full improvements to the
extension of Banyan Street from Day Creek Channel to Rochester Avenue, or full
improvements to the segment of Day Creek Boulevard between Banyan Avenue and SR
30. The addendum is being prepared in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA). (Continued from July 12, 200)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
A. Backqround: This project was continued from the July 12 to the July 26, 2000 Planning
Commission meeting. The City requested continuance of this item inasmuch as certain issues
regarding the EIR and SEIR as certified by the County of San Bernardino and as augmented by
an addendum prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga as legally sufficient for the University
Planned Development Project needed to be addressed.
On October 26, 1999, the applicant received approval by the County Board of Supervisors for a
685-1ot residential subdivision and two commercial centers consisting of 10 Tentative Tract Maps.
In November 1999, the City of Rancho Cucamonga filed a lawsuit on the adequacy of the
environmental document. As a result of the legal action, the City and applicant met on several
occasions to address the issues raised in the lawsuit. The City and applicant reached a
settlement agreement, which required the parties to perform specific actions. Some of the
actions required the applicant to enter into a development agreement with the City for the
annexation and development of the project. Therefore, the applicant is requesting approval of
this development agreement. The development agreement is for a term of 10 years.
ITEM B
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In keeping with the settlement agreement, the applicant has requested annexation of the project
area into the City.- The City, on behalf of the applicant, filed an application for annexation with the
San Bernardino County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO).
B. Surroundinq land use and zoninR:
North - Edison Utility Corridor, County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is
Institutional. City pre-zone is Low Density (2-4 dwelling units per acre), Public Land and
Utility Corridor.
South - Route 30 (currently under construction). Across the freeway (within City limits is Low
Density (2-4 dwelling units per acre).
East - Low Density (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and Very-Low Density (less than 2 units per
ac:re).
West - Edison Utility Corridor, County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is
Institutional.
(3. General Plan desiqnation
North - County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is Institutional. City General
Plan designation is Open Space and Flood Control/Utility Corridor and Low Density (2-4
dwelling units per acre).
South- City General Plan designation is Neighborhood Commercial and Low Density
Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre).
East - Low Density Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and Very-Low Density Residential
(less than 2 dwelling units per acre).
West - County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is Institutional. City General
Plan designation is Flood Control/Utility Corridor
ANALYSIS:
A. Site Characteristics: The site is an undeveloped alluvial fan, with a gentle slope from north to
south. Vegetation type is grassland and Riversidian alluvial fan scrub.
B. General: The purpose of the development agreement is to proceed with the plans for the
development of the residential project and to assist the applicant in the creation of financing
mechanisms for infrastructure, which will be constructed in cooperation (as defined in the
development agreement) with the City.
The following summarizes the main points of the proposed Development Agreement:
· Density. The City's General Plan designation is Low Density Residential (2-4 dwelling units
per acre). The development has an average density of 3.31 dwelling units per acre.
· Desiqn Standards. The architectural guidelines adopted for the development will give an
identifiable character to the project. The architectural guidelines are consistent with the
Etiwanda North Specific Plan. The guidelines are incorporated herein by reference into the
Development Agreement as the Rancho Etiwanda (Etiwanda North Specific Plan Architectural
Guidelines). All residential units and commemial development (architecture and site layout)
will be subject to the City's design review process as outlined in the Development Agreement.
· Fees. The applicant will pay all the usual City fees.
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· Parks. The applicant will construct a new lO-acre neighborhood park within the development.
· Schools. The applicant has entered into an agreement with the Etiwanda School District to
allow for the construction of a new elementary school within the development.
· Reimbursement. The applicant may (as described in the development agreement) request
partial reimbursement for certain traffic and circulation improvements, which will benefit other
property owners in the vicinity.
· Special Districts. The development agreement will require the participation in special districts
as needed to provide infrastructure for development, including Landscape Maintenance
Districts.
· Financinq. The City will cooperate with the applicant in the formation of special districts and
other financing mechanisms.
· Term. The term of the agreement is for ten years.
C. Comments from the public: On July 3, 2000, the Planning Division received a letter from Mr.
Jeffrey L. Pierson, Intex Properties Inland Empire, L.P. (Intex) expressing a major concern
regarding a proposed land use change (from commemial to residential) within the University
Planned Development Project, (see Exhibit "A"). Intex owns three parcels of land within
University Planned Development Project. Two parcels of land are located at the northwest and
southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Banyan Street; the third pamel of land is located
west of Day Creek Boulevard on the north side of Summit Avenue.
Mr. Pierson indicates that they have not reviewed or approved any documents (Development
Agreement) negotiated between the City and U.C.P., Inc. However, on Mamh 22, 2000, (see
Exhibit "B") Mr. Pierson was present at a meeting between the City and U.C.P., Inc. More than 4
months have passed since that meeting and Mr. Pierson or any other representative from Intex
have contacted the City of Rancho Cucamonga regarding the status of the negotiations with
U.C.P., Inc.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared for the project
and certified by the County of San Bernardino on October 26, 1999. On November 29, 1999, the City of
Rancho Cucamonga commenced a judicial challenge to the Board of Supervisors certification of the
SEIR by filing an action entitled "The City of Rancho Cucamonga v. the County of San Bernardino and
the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino. In June 2000, the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, County of San Bernardino, and the project proponent reached a conditional settlement
agreement.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is identified as a responsible agency regarding the development of the
Project pursuant to CEQA and the Notice of Preparation of the SEIR was served on the City as such
responsible agency. However, the City is the lead agency as regards to the processing of the
development agreement.
The City as a responsible agency under CEQA for the Project end as lead agency for the development
agreement has prepared an addendum to the SEIR, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15096 and
15164 to address the refinements of the Project as set forth in the development agreement.
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July 26, 2000
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FACTS FOR FINDING: The Planning Commission may make the following findings for Development
Agreement 00-02:
A. The intended development is compatible with the surrounding development in the area.
B. An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared and Certified by the County Board of
Supervisors, and augmented by an addendum prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga as
legally sufficient for the University Planned Development Project.
C. The project is in conformance with the goals and objectives of the General Plan.
CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot
radius of the project site
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution
recommending approval by the City Council of 1) Development Agreement 00-02, and 2) City Council
Resolution affirming the EIR and SEIR certified by the County of San Bernardino and as augmented by
an addendum prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga to the City Council.
Respectfully submitted,
City Planner
BB:SS:mlg
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Letter from Intex Properties
Exhibit "B" - Attendance List from Mamh 22, 2000 meeting
Exhibit "C" - Site Map
Exhibit "D" - Initial Study and Addendum
Exhibit "E" - Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations
(SCH #88082915 and #98121091)
Environmental Documents (provided under separate cover)
Resolution Recommending Adoption of Ordinance and City Council Resolution
INTEX PROPERTIES INLAND EMPIRE, L. P.
June 27, 2000
MR. BRAD BULLER R k2 c~ ~ ~ V l: D
CITY PLANNER
PLANNING DIVISION
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA JlJl_ 0 $ ~
P. O. Box 807
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Cit,, ~ --'?~ Cucamon~c
)k, ision
Re: PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
RANCHO ET1WANDA/UNIVERSITY PROJECT
Addendum to Environmental Impact Report and Development Agreement 00-02-
UCP, Inc.
Dear Brad:
We are in receipt of the Notice of Public Hearing to be held on July 12, 2000, regarding the
above referenced project.
Although we are somewhat familiar with the general nature of project entitlements currently
proposed by U. C. P., Inc. for their Rancho Etiwanda planned development, we have not had the
opportunity to analyze the impacts to our property resulting from your latest negotiations.
Due to travel outside of the United States, we are unable to address the Planning Commission on
the scheduled date for public heating, and hereby reserve the tight to address our concerns at
subsequent Commission and/or Council public heatings.
Of major concern to Intex is modifying the current land entitlements gained through the County
of San Bernardino. Specifically, the five-acre parcel located at the northwest quadrant of the
future Banyon Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard intersection. We wish that this parcel's land
use remain as General Commercial.
Since we have not reviewed or approved any documents developed through the current
negotiations between the City and U. C. P., Inc., we reserve our tights to contest, in public
hearing, modifications to land use which may create negative financial or operational impacts to
our property holdings.
We appreciate your consideration on this matter.
initial study/addendum
revised university project
environmental impact report
city of rancho cucamonga
san bernardino county, california
LSA Project No. CRG031
submitted to:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
prepared by:
LSA Associates, Inc.
3403 10t~ Street, Suite 520
Riverside, California 92562
909.781.9310
LSA
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1.0 INTRODUCTION 1-1
1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE 1-1
1.2 pREvIous ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION 1~1
1.3 FINDINGS OF THIS INITIAL STUDY/ADDENDUM 1-2
1.4 EXISTING DOCUMENTS TO BE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE 1-4
1.5 CONTACT PERSONS 1-4
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2-1
2.1 PROJECT SITE SETTING 2-1
2.2 PROPOSED DISCRETIONARY ACTIONS 2-1
2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2-1
2.4 EXISTING CONDITIONS 2-4
3.0 INITlAL STUDY 3-1
3.1 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM 3-1
3.2 EXPLANATION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS CHECKLIST 3-
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4.0 LIST OF PREPARERS/REFERENCES/PERSON
AND ORGANIZATIONS CONTACTED 4-1
LIST OF FIGURES
I - Vicinity Map 2-2
2 - Revised University Project 2-3
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REVISED UNIVERSITY PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL IM]?ACT REPORT
ENITIAL STUDY/ADDENDUM
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This Initial Study/Addendum is an addendum to the previously certified Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) State Clearinghouse No. 88082915 certified by the County of San Bernardino in June of
1991 for the University/Crest PD and the Supplemental EIR State Clearinghouse No. 98121091
certified by the County of San Bernardino on October 26, 1999 for the Revised University Project.
These documents, together with all other technical studies and environmental documents incorporated
by reference herein, serve as the environmental review of the proposed project, as required pursuant
to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code
Section 21000 et seq., and the State and local CEQA Guidelines.
Subsequent to approval of the Revised University Project and certification of the Supplemental EIR
the City of Rancho Cucamonga (City) and U.C.P. Incorporated (property owner) have agreed to enter
into a Development Agreement (Appendix A). This addendum addresses potential environmental
impacts which may occur as a result of the Development Agreement (and corresponding
modifications to the Revised University Project).
Pursuant to the provisions of CEQA and the State and local CEQA Guidelines, the City of Rancho
Cucamonga is the Lead Agency, and is charged with the responsibility of deciding whether or not to
approve the proposed project (modifications to the Revised University Project as set forth in the
Development Agreement). As pan of the decision making process, the City is required to review and
consider the potential environmental effects that could result from the modification of mitigation
measures included in the Final EIR and Supplemental EIR prepared for the project site.
This EIR Addendum addresses potential impacts which may result from development of the Revised
University Project site, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement.
1.2 PREVIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
In June of 1991, the San Bemardino County Board of Supervisors certified the Environmental Impact
Report for the University/Crest Project Planned Development, PUD No. W121-49 (University/Crest
PD). The University/Crest PD entitlements combined two separately owned properties with 1,238
residential units, commercial, school, park, and open space uses. On October 26, 1999, the San
Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved the Revised Preliminary Development Plan
W121-49 (Revised University Project), and a Minor General Plan Amendment and zone change. The
Revised University Project modified previous entitlements to the University/Crest PD. These
modifications included: separating the University portion of the University/Crest PD from the Crest
portion; adding 64 acres of former Southern California Edison (SCE) property to the project;
increasing the number of dwelling units from 575 to 685; revising project design; increasing the size
of school and park sites; and modifying the location and size of commercial uses. The Revised
University Project eliminated a 675-acre space area from the project, and provided land and funds to
provide and maintain for off-site open space. The County certified as accurate, adequate, and
complete the Supplemental EIR which provided environmental evaluation of the impacts associated
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with the Revised University Project on October 26, 1999. At this time, the County adopted Facts and
Findings and a Statement of Overriding Considerations.
1.3 FINDINGS OF THIS INITIAL STUD Y/ADDENDUM
Pursuant to CEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines, and the City's local CEQA Guidelines, this Initial
Sl[udy/Addendum has been prepared in order to determine whether development of the Revised
University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will
result in a change in circumstances, new impacts, or new information of substantial importance
requiring the preparation of a subsequent or supplemental EIR.
This addendum reviews any new information of substantial importance that was not known and could
not have been known with exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the Supplemental EIR was
certified. It l~rther examines whether, as a result of any changes or any new information, preparation
of a subsequent or supplemental EIR is required. This examination includes an analysis of the
provisions of Section 21166 of CEQA and Section 15162 of the State CEQA Guidelines and their
applicability to the proposed project The focus of the examination is on whether the Supplemental
EIR adequately addresses the impacts associated with development of the Revised University Project
as entitled and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement.
Pursuant to CEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines, and the City's CEQA Guidelines, the City's
environmental review of thc proposed project is limited to examining the environmental effects
associated with the changes between thc previously certified Supplemental EIR and the impacts
which may result from implementation of applicable provisions of the Development Agreement. This
focus is due to the fact that the Supplemental EIR has already addressed thc environmental impacts of
the development of the Revised University Projoct, and the San Bemardino County Board of
Supervisors certified that the Supplemental EIR was adequate and met the provisions of CEQA.
Use of an Addendum to a Previously Certified EIR
Section t 5164 of the State CEQA Guidelines states that an Addendum to an EIR shall be prepared "if
some changes or additions arc necessary, but none of the conditions described in Section 15162
calling for preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred." Section 15162 of the State CEQA
.Guidelines identifies the conditions that require preparation of a subsequent EIR. A proposed change
m a project will require preparation of a subsequent EIR if:
1. The change in the projoct is substantial.
Substantial changes in the project arc those that would require major revisions of the previous
EIR due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects, or ifa substantial
increase in thc severity of previously identified significant effects has occurred.
2. The circumstances under which the project is undertaken have substantially changed.
Substantial changes in circumstances are those defined as those that would require major
revisions of the previous EIR in order to describe and analyze new significant environmental
effects, or any changes that would cause a substantial increase in the severity of the
previously identified significant effects.
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3. New information of substantial importance, which was not known and could have not been
known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at thc time the previous E]R was certified,
shows:
A. The project will have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous
EIR;
B. The significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than
identified in the previous EIR;
C. Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact
be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the
project, but the project proponent declines to adopt the mitigation measures or
alternatives; or
D. Mitigation measures or alternatives that are considerably different from those
analyzed in the previous EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant
effects on thc environment, but the project proponent declines to adopt the mitigation
measures or alternatives.
If none of the above conditions are met, the City is not permitted to require preparation of a
subsequent EIR. Rather, the City may require preparation ora Mitigated Negative Declaration or an
Addendum, or the City may decide that no further environmental documentation is necessary.
This Initial Study/Addendum has evaluated each of thc issues addressed in the Supplemental EIR, as
well as each of the issues contained in the checklist presented in Section 3.0 of this document. Based
on this analysis and the information contained herein, there is no evidence that the proposed project
requires major changes to the Supplemental EIR. Comparison of the previous project with the
proposed project, as described in Section 2.3 of this document, indicates that there are no new
significant environmental impacts associated with implementation of applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement.
This Initial Study/Addendum relies on use of an Environmental Checklist Form (Form), as suggested
in Section 15063 (d)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines. The Form is used:
X To evaluate whether or not there are any new or more severe significant environmental
effects associated with implementation of the Development Agreement; and
X To review whether there is new information or circumstances that would require preparation
of additional environmental documentation in the form of a subsequent or supplemental EIR,
or if an Addendum is appropriate.
Section 3.0 of this document contains the Checklist Form and explains the basis for each response to
the questions on the Form.
1.4 EXISTING DOCUMENTS TO BE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Section 15150 of the State CEQA Guidelines permits an environmental document to incorporate by
reference other documents that provide relevant data.
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The documents outlined in this section are hereby incorporated by reference, and the pertinent
material is summarized throughout this Initial Study/Addendum, where that information is relevant to
the analysis of impacts of the project. All documents incorporated by reference are available for
review at City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Department.
Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised University Crest Project
(SCttNo, 98121091), LSA Associates, lnc., April 15, 1999
Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised University Project (SCH
No. 98121091), LSA Associates, Inc., July 21, 1999
Final Biological Surveys for the University Planned Development and Adjacent Parcels, San
Bernardino County, California, Harmsworth Associates, July 28, 1999
Final Environmental Impact Report University/Crest Project PUD No. W121-49 SCH No.
88082915, Environmental Perspectives, August 1989
1.5 CONTACT PERSONS
The Lead Agency for thc Initial Study/Addendum for Revised University Project is the City of
Rancho Cucamonga. Any questions about the preparation of this Initial Study/Addendum, its
assumptions, or its conclusions should bc referred to:
Salvador Salazar, AICP
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Tel: (909) 477-2750
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2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 PROJECT SITE SETTING
The proposed project entails modifications to thc previously entitled Revised University Project as
outlined in the Development Agreement. Implementation of the Revised University Project as
entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement will not alter the type or
intensity of permitted uses within the project site.
The Revised University Project site is situated in unincorporated San Bernardino County, adjacent to
the City of Rancho Cucamonga (Figure 1). The site is bounded on the north by the Crest portion of
the previously approved University/Crest PD, on the west by a SCE utility corridor, on the south by
Highland Avenue, and on the east, south of Wilson Avenue, by Hanley Avenue (Figure 2). The
project site is located west of the Devore Freeway (I-15) and north of both the San Bernardino
Freeway (I-10), and the future State Route 30 (SR-30) in western San Bernardino County.
2.2 PROPOSED DISCRETIONARYACTIONS
Approval of the Development Agreement by City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning
Commission
Approval of the Development Agreement by the Rancho Cucamonga City Council
2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposed project is the development of the University Project Site as entitled, subject to
applicable provisions of the Development Agreement. Provisions of the Development Agreement
which may result in impacts not identified in the Supplemental EIR include the following:
Section 2(B): The extension of City street improvement, lighting, storm drain landscape, and
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards to uses within the project site;
Section 2(C)(l)(a)(ii): The extension of Etiwanda North Specific Plan design criteria to
commercial uses located within Area "G;"
Section 2(C)(2): The design of the Day Creek Boulevard streetscape shall be modified to be
consistent with the Day Creek Boulevard streetscape south of the project site and/or
substantially consistent with the City's Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan;
Section 2(C)(3): Provision by the Property Owner of funding and/or construction necessary
to improve Banyan Avenue from the existing SCE easement, through to Rochester Avenue;
Section 2(C)(5): Reviewand approval by the City of slopes within all landscape maintenance
districts and adherence to City standards for slopes in excess of 12.5 feet in height;
I - Project Location
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Section 2(C)(8): The installation of seven additional "paseos" to provide access to the City
trail system;
Section 2(C)(9)(c): Modifications to type, extent, location, and/or timing of circulation
improvements included in the Revised University Project; and
Section 2(D)(I): The timing and funding of circulation improvements to Banyan Avenue and
Day Creek Boulevard and the timing and extent of development of the park site.
2.4 EXISTING CONDITIONSThe project site remains vacant and undeveloped. Existing
physical conditions have not changed since approval of the Revised University Project and
certification of the Supplemental EIR in October of 1999.
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3.0 INITIAL STUDY
3.1 ENV1RONMENT. dI., CHECKLIST FORM
The following pages contain the Environmental Checklist Form (Form) for the proposed project. The
Form is marked with findings as to the environnental effects of the project. A checked box in
columns 1, 2, or 3 shall require additional environmental analysis in the form of a supplemental or
subsequent EIR. A checked box in columns 4, 5, or 6 shall require preparation of a mitigated
negative declaration, a negative declaration, or an addendum.
As explained in Section 1.0, this analysis has been undeCtaken, pursuant to the provisions of CEQA,
to provide the City of Rancho Cucamonga with the factual basis for determining, based on the
information available, the form of environmental documentation the project warrants. The basis for
each of the findings listed in the attached Form is explained in Section 3.2, Environmental Analysis
and Explanation of Checklist Responses.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
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1. Project Title: Development Agreement for the Revised University Project
2. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
3. Contact Person and Phone Number: Salvador Salazar (909) 477-2750
4. Project Location: The Revised University Project site is situated in unincorporated San
Bemardino County, adjacent to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The site is bounded on the
north by the Crest portion of the previously approved University/Crest PD, on the west by a
SCE utility conidor, on the south by Highland Avenue, and on the east, south of Wilson
Avenue, by Hanley Avenue. The project site is located west of the Devore Freeway (I-15)
and north of both the San Bemardino Freeway (I-10), and the future SR-30 in western San
Bemardino County.
5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: U.C.P., Incorporated
5109 E. La Palma Avenue, Suite D
Anaheim, CA 92807
Ben Anderson, Senior Vice President
(714) 693-6700
6. General Plan Designation: Planned Development (PD) (San Bernardino County
designation)
7. Zoning: WF/PD-3/1; WF/I2q (San Bemardino County designations)
8. Description of the Project (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to
later phases of the project, and any secondary, support or off-site features necessary for its
implementation. Attach additional sheets if necessary.): The proposed project is the
development of the University Project Site as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement. Provisions of the Development Agreement which may result in
impacts not identified in the Supplemental EIR include the following:
· Section 2(B): The extension of City street improvement, lighting, storm drain
landscape, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards to uses within the
project site;
· Section 2(C)(1)(a)(ii): The extension of Etiwanda North Specific Plan design criteria
to commercial uses located within Area "G;"
· Section 2(C)(2): The design of the Day Creek Boulevard streetscape shall be
modified to be consistent with the Day Creek Boulevard streetscape south of the
project site and/or substantially consistent with the City's Day Creek Boulevard
Master;
· Section 2(C)(3): Provision by the Property Owner of funding and/or construction
necessary to improve Banyan Avenue from the existing SCE easement, through to
Rochester Avenue;
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Section 2(C)(8): The installation of seven additional "paseos" to provide access to
the City trail system;
· Section 2(C)(9)(c): Modifications to type, extent, location, and/or timing of
circulation improvements included in the Revised University Project; and
· Section 2(D)(I): The timing and funding of circulation improvements to Banyan
Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard and the timing and extent of development of the
park site.
9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting (Briefly describe the project's surrounding.): The
property west of the southern extension of Hanley Avenue and north of Highland Avenue in
the City of Rancho Cueamonga has a minimum lot size of 7,200 square feet (minimum lot
average of 10,000 square feet). Lots to the east of this area south of Banyan Avenue and
north of Highland Avenue have a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet (minimum lot
average of 25,000 square feet). Lots north of Banyan Avenue, east of Hanley Avenue and
south of Wilson Avenue have a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet (minimum lot
average of 25,000 square feet). Properties to the north of Wilson Avenue adjacent to the
northern SCE easement of the revised University Project have a minimum of 7,200-squar~
foot lots (minimum lot average of 10,000 square feet). Lots to the south of Highland Avenue,
also in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, are planned for 3,000- to 7,200-square-foot sizes, and
lots to the west of Day Creek Channel are planned for a minimum of 7,200 square feet.
10. Public Agencies Whose Approval is Required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or
participation agreement). The following list is not exhaustive, and contains the
approvals and permits that may be necessary based on the best available data at the
time the Initial Study was prepared.
Approval of the Development Agreement by the Rancho Cucamonga Planning
Commission
Approval of the Development Agreement by the Rancho Cucamonga City Council
Determination: (To Be Completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
The City finds that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
~ The City finds that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared.
The City finds the proposed project May have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but
at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the
earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a potentially significant
impact or potentially significant unless mitigated an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to addressed.
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The City finds that changes to the project or the cimumstances under which the project
would be undertaken require major revisions to the previous EIR in order to make the
previous EIR adequately apply to the proposed project in accordance with Public Resoumes
Code Section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15163. Thus, a SUBSEQUENT EIR
shall be prepared.
The City finds that changes to the project or the circumstances under which the project
would be undertaken require only minor revision to the previous EIR in order to make the
previous EIR adequately apply to the proposed project in accordance with Public Resources
Code Segtion 21166 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15163. Thus, a SUPPLEMENTAL E1R
shall be prepared.
The City finds that the significant effects that would result from the proposed project have
been .addressed in an earlier EIR, and that none of the determinations set forth in Public
Resources Code Section 21166 and State CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 can be
established. Thus, an ADDENDUM to the University/Crest Supplemental EIR shall be
prepared.
Signature Date
Title Agency
Evaluation of Environmental Impacts
This Initial Study/Addendum uses an Environmental Checklist Form (Form) to compare the
anticipated environmental effects of the project with those disclosed in the previous EIR and to
review whether any of the conditions set forth in Section 15162 of the State CEQA Guidelines
requiring preparation of a subsequent EIR are met. The Form is used to review the potential
environmental effects of the proposed project for each of the following areas:
Aesthetics
X Agricultural Resources
X Air Quality
X Biological Resources
X Cultural Resources
X Geology/Soils
X . Hazards and Hazardous Materials
Hydrology/Water Quality
X Land Use/Planning
X Mineral Resources
X Noise
X Population/Housing
X Public Services
X Recreation
Transportation/Traffic
Utilities/Service Systems
Cumulative Impacts (This Checklist Form topic is discussed in Section 3.0- Initial Study,
Subsection 3.2 - Environmental Analysis, under heading 16 [Mandatory Findings of
Significance]).
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This Initial Study/Addendum is based on an Environmental Checklist Form, as suggested in Section
15063 (d)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines. The Form includes a checklist to indicate whether the
conditions set forth in Section 15162 of the State CEQA Guidelines that would require a subsequent
or supplemental EIR are met, and whether there are new significant impacts resulting from the
project.
The Form is found in Section 3.0 of this Initial Study/Addendum. It contains a series of questions
about the project for each of the areas. Following the Checklist Form in Section 3.2 is an explanation
for each answer on the Form.
There are six possible responses to each of the questions included on the Form:
1. Substantial Change in Project Requiring Major Revision of Previous E1R. This response is
used when the project has changed to such an extent that major revisions of the previous EIR
are required due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or an increase in
the severity of the previously identified significant effects.
2. Substantial Change in Circumstances under which Project is Undertaken Requiring Major
Revision of Previous EIR. This response is used when the circumstances under which the
project is undertaken have changed to such an extent that major revisions of the previous EIR
are required because such changes would result in the project having new significant
environmental effects or would substantially increase the severity of the previously identified
significant effects.
3. New Information of Substantial Importance Showing New or Greater Significant Effects
Than Identified in Previous EIR. This response is used when new information of substantial
importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of
reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified in, shows that the project
would have a new significant environmental effect or more severe significant effect than
identified in the previous EIR.
4. New Information of Substantial Importance Showing Ability to Substantially Reduce
Significant Impacts Identified in Previous EIR. This response is used when new information
of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the
exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified as complete,
shows:
A. The significant environmental effects of the project could be substantially reduced
through imposition of mitigation measures or alternatives that although previously
found to be infeasible are in fact now feasible, but the project proponent declines to
adopt them; or
B. The significant environmental effects of the project could be substantially reduced
through imposition of mitigation measures or alternatives that are considerably
different from those analyzed in the previous EIR, but the project proponent declines
to adopt them.
5. Less Than Significant Impact/No Changes or Circumstances and No New Information That
Would Require the Preparation ora Subsequent or Supplemental EIR. This response is used
when 1) the potential impact of the project is determined to be below known or measurable
thresholds of significance and would not require mitigation, or 2) there are no changes in the
project or circumstances and no new information that would require the preparation of a
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subsequent or supplemental EIR pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166 and
Section 15162 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
6. No Impact. This response is used when the proposed project does not have any measurable
environmental impact.
The Form and accompanying evaluation of the responses provide the information and analysis upon
which the City of Rancho Cucamonga may make its determination that no subsequent EIR may be
required for [he project.
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1SSUES: Significant
1. AESTHETICS -- Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic 't~ 't~ 'l~ '~ 't~
vista?
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, '~ 'l~ ~ -~ 't~
including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and
h storc bud ngs within a state scenic highway?
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual ~ '~ ~ -~ ~
character or quality of the site and its surroundings?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare 't~ -~ -t~ 't~ ~
which would adversely affect day or nighRime views in
the area?
2. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES: In
determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are
significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer
to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site
Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California
Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to use in
assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would the
project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or ~ '~ 't~ '~ '~
Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown
on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping
and Monitoring Program of the California Resources
Agency, to non-agricuhural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural usc 't~ 't~ '~ ~ 't~
or a Williamson Act contract?
c) Involve other changes in the existing 't~ 't~ -~ '~ '~
environment which, due to their location or nature, could
result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use?
3. AIR QUALITY -- Where available, the
significance criteria established by the applicable air
quality management or air pollution control district may be
relied upon to make the following determinations. Would
the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the ~ -~ ~ ~ ~
applicable air quality plan?
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute ~ ~ '~ ~ 2~
substantially to an existing or projected air quality
violation?
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net ~ '~ '~ -~ -~
increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project
region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or
state ambient air quality standard (including releasing
emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone
precursors)?
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial ~ ~ '~ '~ 't~
pollutant concentrations?
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a ~ ~ '~ '~ 't~
substantial number of people?
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4, BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES -- Would the
project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly
or through habil;at modifications, on any species identified
as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local
or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the
California Department ofFish and Game or U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service?
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian
habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in
local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the
California Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and
Wildlife Service?
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally
protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean
Water Act (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal
pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling,
hydrological interruption, or other means?
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any
native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with
established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors,
or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances
protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation
policy or ordinance?
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community
Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or
state hab tat conservation plan?
5. CULTURAL RESOURCES -- Would the
project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a historical resource as defined in
§15O64.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to
§ 15064.57
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique
paleontological resource or site or unique geologic
feature?
d) Disturb any human remains, including those
interred outside of formal cemeteries?
6. GEOLOGY AND SOILS -- Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential
substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss,
injury, or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as
delineated on thc most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake
Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the
area or based on other substantial evidence of a known
fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special
Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including
liquefaction?
iv) Landslides?
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of
topsoil?
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c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is
unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the
project, and potentially result in on- or off-site landslide,
lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table
18ol-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating
substantial risks to life or property?
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting
the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal
systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of
waste water?
7. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS - Would the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal
of hazardous materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and
accident conditions involving the release of hazardous
materials into the environment?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous
or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within
one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school?
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of
hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to
Govemmant Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would
it create a significant hazard to the public orthe
environment?
e) For a project located within an airport land use
plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within
two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would
the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or
working in the project area?
0 For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project result in a safety hazard for
people residing or working in the project area?
g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere
with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency
evacuation plan?
h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk
of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including
where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where
residences are intermixed with wildlands?
8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY --
Would the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste
discharge requirements?
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or
interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that
there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a
lowering of the local groundwater table level (e.g., the
production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to
a level which would not support existing land uses or
planned uses for which permits have been granted)?
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern
of the site or ama, including through the alteration of the
course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result
in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off site?
d) Substantially alter the existi.ng drainage pattern
of the site or an.'a, including through the alteration of the
rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would
result in flooding on- or off-site?
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would
exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater
drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources
of polluted ranntT?
f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
g) Place housing within a ] O0-year flood hazard
area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Bounda~ or
Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard
delineation map?
h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area
structures wh c ~ wou d mpede or redirect flood flows?
i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk
of loss, injury or death involving flooding, including
flood ng as a resu t of the failure ora levee or dam?
j) Inandat on by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow?
9. LAND USE AND PLANNING - Would the
project:
a) Phys c. ally divide an established community?
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan,
policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over
the project (including, but not limited to the general plan,
specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance)
adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an
environmental effect?
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation
10. MINERAL RESOURCES -- Would the
project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known
mineral resource that would be of value to the region and
the residents of the state?
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b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-
important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a
local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan?
1 I. NOISE- Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise
levels in excess of standards established in the local
general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of
other agencies?
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of
excessive groundbome vibration or groundborne noise
levels?
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing
without the project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in
ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels
existing without the project?
e) For a project located within an airport land use
plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within
two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would
the project expose people residing or working in the
project area to excessive noise levels?
For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project expose people residing or
working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
12. POPULATION AND HOUSING -- Would the
project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an ama,
either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and
businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension
of roads or other infrastructure)?
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing
housing, necessitating the construction of replacement
housing elsewhere?
c) Displace substantial numbers of people,
necessitating the construction of replacement housing
elsewhere?
13. PUBLIC SERVICES
a) Would the project result in substantial adverse
physical impacts associated with the provision of new or
physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or
physically altered governmental facilities, the construction
of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in
order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times
or other-performance objectives for any of the public
services:
Fire protection?
Police protection?
Schools?
Parks?
Other public facilities?
14. RECREATION --
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a) Would the project increase thc use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational
facilities such tlaat substantial physical deterioration of the
facility would occur or be accelerated?
b) Does the project include recreational facilities or
require the construction or expansion of recreational
facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on
the environment?
15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC .. Would the
project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial
in relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the
street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in either
the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on
roads, or congestion at intersections)?
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a
level of service standard established by the county
congestion management agency for designated roads or
highways?
c) Result in a change in air traflic patterns,
including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in
location that results in substantial safety risks?
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design
feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
e) Result in inadequate emergency access?
Result in inadequate parking capacity?
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or
programs supper:lng alternative transportation (e.g., bus
turnouts, bicycle racks)?
16. UTI]L,ITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS -
Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of
the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board?
b) Require or result in the construction of new
water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of
existing facilities, the construction of which could cause
s gn ficant environmental effects?
c) Require or result in the construction of new
storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing
facilities, the construction of which could cause significant
environmental effects?
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve
the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are
new or expanded entitlements needed?
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater
treatment provider which serves or may serve the project
that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's
projected demand in addition to the provider's existing
commitments?
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted
capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal
needs?
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes
and regulations related to solid waste?
17. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
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a). POTENTIAL TO DEGRADE: Does the project 't~ '~ ~ ~ ~ ~,
have the potential to degrade the quality of the
environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop
below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant
or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the
range ora rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate
important examples of the major periods of California
history or prehistory?
b). CUMULATIVE IMPACTS: Does the project '~ ~ ~t~ -~ ~ j~[
have impacts that are individually limited, but
cumulatively cons retable? ("Cumu anve y considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project are
considerable when viewed in connection with the effects
of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and
the effects of probable future projects)?
c) ADVERSE IMPACTS ON x~ '~ -~ -~ -~ ~
HUMANS: Does the project have environmental effects
which will cause substantial adverse effects on human be-
ings, either d rectly or indirectly?
18. EARLIER ANALYSES
Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program E1R, or other CEQA process, one or more effects
have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration (Section 15063(c)(3)(D).)
X Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised University Crest Project (SCH No, 98121091), LSA
Associates, Inc., April 15, 1999
X
X Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised University Project (SCH No. 98121091}, LSA
Associates, Inc., July 21, 1999
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X Final Environmental Impact Report University/Crest Project PUD No. W121-49 SCH No. 88082915, Environmental
Perspectives, August 1989
X
3.2 EXPLANATIONS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL ANAL YSIS CHECKLIST
l. Aesthetics. Would the ProjecL..
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista?
No Impact. Mitigation measures adopted with the Final EIR designated SR-30 as a scenic
corridor. Adherence to applicable Revised University Project and City of Rancho Cucamonga
development and/or design standards will reduce potential adverse impacts within the SR-30
viewshed. There are no other scenic highways or vistas that would be affected by development
on site. Therefore, no impacts related to scenic vistas or highways will occur.
b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock
outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway?
No Impact. The Final EIR does not identify any on-site scenic resources, therefore, development
of the Revised University Project, as entitled and subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within the project
site. Therefore, no damage to scenic resources will take place. No impact associated with this
issue will occur.
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c) }Fould the project substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site
and ,its surroundings?
No Impa'ct. The proposed project pertains to implementation of the Development Agreement
between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the project applicant. Development within the
project site will be subject to applicable provisions of the Revised University Project Entitlements
and City of Rancho Cucamonga standards (as outlined in the Development Agreement).
Implementation of the Development Agreement will ensure the consistency and continuity of
design, landscaping, and development standards within the City and would, therefore, have a
beneficial effect. No degradation of the existing visual character or quality of the project site
would occur.
d) Would the project create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely
affect day or nighttime views in the area?
No Impact. As stated in the Development Agreement, City of Rancho Cucamonga lighting
standards will apply throughout the project site. Development of the Revised University Project,
as entitled and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the
scale or intensity of permitted uses within the project site; therefore, no new source of light or
glare beyond that identified in previous environmental documents will be created. No impact
associated with this issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to aesthetics.
Addendum Determinations
Major E1R Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised IJniversity Project.
No Substtmtial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This lnitial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
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No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
2. Agricultural Resources. Would the Project..
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance
(Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and
Monitoring Program of the California Resources Agency, to non-agricultural use?
No Impact. The Revised University Project envisions development of residential and eommemial
uses and community facilities within the project site. The project site has not been used for
agricultural purposes and is not viewed as an agricultural resource. No agricultural use of land
within the project site is planned. Development of the project site as entitled, and subject to
applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the mix of planned uses on
the project site; therefore, no impact associated with this issue will occur.
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract?
No Impact. The site is not zoned for agricultural use, and is not subject to a Williamson Act
contract. Development of the project site as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter current on-site or planned land uses. No impact related to
this issue will occur.
c) Would the project involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to their
location or nature, could result in conversion o f farmland to non-agricultural use?
No Impact. The project site is not currently used for agricultural production. Development of the
project site as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will
not result in the conversion of farmland to non-agricultural uses. No impact associated with this
issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to agricultural resources.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major E1R Revisions
There i.'; no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplen~tental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revision!; of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
3. .4ir Quality. Would the ProjecL..
a) Would the project conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality
plan ?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type and intensity of permitted uses
within the project site. No increase in the amount of operational and/or construction emissions
will occur. The Final and Supplemental EIRs identified measures which would reduce air quality
impacts resulting from development of the Revised University Project. Impacts associated with
this issue not identified in the Final and Supplemental EIRs will not occur.
b) Would the project violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing
or projected air quality violation?
No Impact. The Final and Supplemental EIRs identified measures which would reduce air quality
impacts resulting from development of the Revised University Project. Development of the
Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of he Development
Agreement, will not alter the type and intensity of permitted uses within the project site. No
increase in the amount of operational and/or construction emissions beyond that estimated in
previous environmental documents will occur. In addition, modifying the schedule for
traffic/circulation improvements may decrease the amount of local traffic congestion, which
could result in a decrease in the number and/or level of CO hotspots. Such a decrease would
result in a beneficial impact.
c) Would the project result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria
pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or
state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions which exceed quantitative
thresholds for ozone precursors) ?
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No Impact. Development of the project site will result in short-term increases in dust and
construction equipment exhaust emissions and long-term regional increases in mobile and
stationary source emissions. The Final and Supplemental EIRs identified measures which would
reduce air quality impacts resulting from development of the Revised University Project.
Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of
the Development Agreement, will not alter the type and intensity of permitted uses within the
project site. No increase in the amount of operational and/or construction emissions beyond that
estimated in previous environmental documents will occur. Therefore, no impact related to this
issue will occur.
d) }Yould the project expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type and intensity of permitted uses
within in the project site. No increase in the amount of operational and/or construction emissions
beyond that estimated in previous environmental documents will occur. The Final and
Supplemental EIRs identified measures which would reduce air quality impacts resulting from
development of the Revised University Project. The proposed project will not result in impacts
which were not identified and addressed in the previous environmental documents. Therefore, no
impact related to this issue will occur.
e) I~Yould the project create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people?
No Impact. The Revised University Project envisions development of residential and commercial
uses and community facilities within the project site. The proposed project would not generate
new odors, in and of itself; however, short-term odor impacts (i.e., diesel fumes, asphalt paving)
associated with project construction may occur during construction. These fumes would dissipate
quickly, and do not pose a potentially significant odor impact. Commercial and residential uses
will be required to adhere to standards which ensure the sanitary and timely disposal of solid
waste. Odors associated with these uses would quickly dissipate and would not adversely affect
adjacent properties or persons. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and
subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not result in the creation of
objectionable odors beyond that identified in previous environmental documents. No impact
associated with this issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
air quality issues.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major E1R Revisions
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There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addeadum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
4. Biological Resources. Would the ProjecL..
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any
species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional
plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service?
No Impact. The Revised University Project modified the previously approved University/Crest
PD by splitting the project into separate University and Crest PDs. This action resulted in
modifications to the University Project site which included adding acreage formerly held by SCE;
increasing the number of permitted dwelling units; increasing amount of commercial, school, and
park acreage; and revising street alignments and lot configurations. The Revised University
Project included Area "H," a linear (former) SCE easement, that extends northeast from the
project site. With the exception of Area "H," biological assessments were conducted for the
Revised University Project site. No plant and/or animal species classified as"endangered" or
"threatened" by state or federal programs were identified on site. The Supplemental EIR
contained mitigation measure 4.3.1.C which states,"Until such time as biological habitat studies
determine otherwise, the northerly 30 acres of the former SCE easement are presumed to be
habitat for species protected by the California and federal endangered species acts, and no
development may be permitted."
Biological surveys were conducted by Harmsworth Associates in the Spring of 1999. These
surveys concluded that the entire Revised University Project site did not support suitable habitat
for the Quino Cbeckerspot Butterfly (Euphydryas editha quino), a federally listed endangered
species. In addition, biological surveys of Area"H" did not identify the California gnatcatcher
(Polioptila californica californica) (federally designated as"threatened") or the San Bernardino
kangaroo rat (Dipodomys merriami parvus) (federally listed as "endangered"). No federally or
state listed plant species were detected during these biological surveys. The findings of these
surveys may be referenced in Appendix B of this document. Because biological surveys
conducted prior and subsequent to certification of the Supplemental EIR did not identify any state
or federally listed threatened or endangered species on site, impact development of the project
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site as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not
result in impacts related to this issue.
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
communiOJ identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California
Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
No Impact. Biological surveys conducted prior to and subsequent to certification of the
Supplemental EIR did not identify impacts associated with his issue. A"blue-line" stream was
identified on site. It was determined that this intermittent watercourse did not fit the normal
stream/wetlands pattern. The vegetation associated with this stream is Riversidean alluvial sage
scrub instead of the typical willow/cottonwood riparian association found for most blue-lined
streams. Because of the lack of riparian vegetation, loss of this feature was not deemed
significant. Development of the project site as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of
the Development Agreement will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses within the
project site. Therefore, the implementation of the proposed project will not have an adverse
effect on riparian habitat or other sensitive natural communities. No impact associated with this
issue will occur.
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404
of the Clean Water Act (including, but not Hmited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.)
through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 4(b).
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or
wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or
impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
No Impact. The Supplemental EIR stated that pattern of commercial and residential
development south, east, and west of the Revised University Project site, has lessened the value
of the site as a wildlife corridor. The loss of the project site as a potential wildlife corridor was
determined to be a less than significant impact. Development of the Revised University Project
as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the
type or scale of permitted uses within the project site. Therefore, impacts greater than those
identified in the Supplemental EIR will not occur.
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a
tree preservation policy or ordinance?
No Impact. Please refer to Responses 4(d) and 4(t).
Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural CommuniOJ
Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan?
No Impact. Subsequent to approval of the University/Crest PD in 1991, the County of San
Bemardino established the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program
(NEOSHPP) (1994). This program seeks to establish open space areas and to provide
connections between open space within a 7,243-acre area located north of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga. The Revised University Project site is located within the NEOSHPP program area.
Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of
the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses within the project
site. Therefore, impacts greater than those identified in the Supplemental EIR will not occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to biological resources.
Addendum Determinations
Major 1~TR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
enviromnental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing ~lbility to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
5. Cultural Resources. Would the Project...
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined
in §15064.5?
No Impact. The project site is currently vacant. This condition is similar to that which existed at
the time the University/Crest Final EIR and Revised University Project Supplemental EIR were
certified in 1991 and 1999 (respectively). While the University/Crest PD Final EIR stated the
subject property and surrounding area are highly sensitive for historic resources, moderately
sensitive for historic structures, and have a low sensitivity for prehistoric remains relative to the
presence of cultural materials, no such resoumes where identified on site. Development of the
Revised University Project as entitled will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses within
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the project site. Development within the project site will be required to adhere to applicable
local, state and federal requirements pertaining to the identification, preservation and/or
disposition of historical resoumes. Because no historic resoumes were previously identified on
site, development of the project site as entitled and subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement will not cause a substantial change in the significance of a historic
resource. No impact related to this issue will occur.
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource
pursuant to §15064.5?
No Impact. The project site is currently vacant. Thiscondition is similar to that which existed at
the time of the University/Crest Final EIR and Revised University Project Supplemental EIR
were certified in 1991 and 1999 (respectively). Development of the Revised University Project
as entitled will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses within the project site.
Development within the project site will be required to adhere to applicable local, state and
federal requirements pertaining the identification, preservation and/or disposition of
archaeological resources. Because no archaeological resources were previously identified on-site,
development of the project site as entitled and subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement will not cause a substantial change in the significance of a historic
resource. No impact related to this issue will occur.
0 Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic
feature?
No Impact. The project site is currently vacant. This condition is similar to that which existed at
the time the University/Crest Final EIR and Revised University Project Supplemental EIR were
certified in 1991 and 1999 (respectively). Development of the Revised University Project as
entitled, subject to applicable provisionsof the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or
intensity of permitted uses within the project site. The 1991 Final EIR included Mitigation
Measure No. 73 which mandated the retention of a qualified vertebrate paleontologist to develop
a Paleontological Impact Mitigation Program (PRIMP) prior to the issuance of grading permits.
This mitigation was carried forward in the Supplemental EIR. Because the proposed project will
not result in a change in the type or scale of uses, and development of the Revised University
Project will adhere to applicable provisions of Mitigation Measure No. 73, no impact associated
with this issue will occur.
d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries?
No Impact. The 1991 Final EIR and Supplemental EIR did not identify on-sita human remains.
Development of the Revised University Project, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not result in changes to the type or scale of permitted uses.
Because on-site human remains have not been identified prior or subsequent to certification of the
Supplemental EIR, and because development within the project site will be required to adhere to
applicable local, state, and federal regulations, standards and guidelines pertaining to the
identification, preservation and/or disposition of human remains, no impact associated with this
issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to cultural resources.
Addendum Determinations
Major EiR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environn'tental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
E1Rs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
6. Geology and Soils. Would the Project..
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of
loss, injury, or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other
substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special
Publication 42.
No Impact. Development of the project site as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses. As stated in the
Supplemental EIR, the Revised University Project site does not lie in a fault zone area. No
further impacts associated with this issue are anticipated.
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ii) Strongseismicgroundshaking?
No Impact. Development of the project site as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter thc type or scale of permitted uses. As stated in the
previously approved Supplemental EIR, development of the Revised University Project will be
designed and constructed in accordance with requirements of the latest edition of the Uniform
Building Code (UBC) for Seismic Zone 4. Therefore, implementation of the Development
Agreement will not result in ground shaking impacts greater than that identified in the
Supplemental EIR.
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction?
No Impact. Liquefaction occurs when loose, unconsolidated, water laden soils are subject to
shaking, causing the soils to lose cohesion. The possibility of liquefaction occurring at a project
site is dependent upon the occurrence of a significant earthquake in the vicinity, sufficient
groundwater (within 40 feet of the ground surface) to cause high pore pressures, and on the grain
size, plasticity, relative density, and confining pressures of the soil at the project site.
Groundwater depths at the project site are approximately 250 feet below ground level.
Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses within the project site,
or significantly affect local groundwater levels. Therefore, no impact greater than that identified
in the Supplemental EIR will occur.
iv) Landslides?
No Impact. Elevations on the project site range from approximately 1,500 feet at the south end of
the site to approximately 1,850 feet along the northern project boundary. The project site is
relatively flat, sloping generally to the south at an overall gradient of approximately 5 percent.
The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(5) requires City review and approval of selected
slopes within the project site. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject
to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of
permitted uses within the project site. Adherence to City standards pertaining to slope design will
not result in impacts greater than that addressed in the Supplemental EIR. Therefore, no impact
related to this issue will occur.
b) Would the project result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil?
No Impact. The soils identified on the project site have a slight potential for wind or water
erosion. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. Construction activities in thc project area would not increase this potential
beyond that addressed in the Supplemental EIR. No further impacts are anticipated.
Would the project be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would
become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or offsite landslide,
lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
No Impact. Please Refer to Responses 6(a)(iii), 6(a)(iv) and 6(d). Development of the Revised
University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement,
will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses within the project site. As stated in the
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previously approved Supplemental EIR, development of the Revised University Project will be
designed and constructed in accordance with requirements of the latest edition of the Uniform
Building Code (UBC) for Seismic Zone 4. No impacts greater than that addressed in the
Supplemental EIR will occur.
d) Would the project be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table lgl-B of the UniJbrm
Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or proper~y?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. The geotechnical report prepared for the Supplemental EIR addressed
impacts associated with expansive soils and identified requirements that related to grading
operations. These requirements will be incorporated into the grading operations as required to
obtain the necessary grading permits. No impacts greater than those identified in the
Supplemental EIR will occur.
e) Would the project have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks 'or
alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of
waste water?
No Impact. The site is not currently served by sanitary sewers. Sanitary sewer service will be
provided by Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD). Wastewater flows will be conveyed to
facilities operated by the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA). Development of the Revised
University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement,
will not alter the planned method of waste water disposal. Because the Revised University
Project will not utilize septic or alternative methods of wastewater disposal, no impact associated
with this issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related geology and/or soils.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
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No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substattially reduce one or more &the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
7. Hazards and Hazardous Materials. Would the Project..
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routinetransport,
use, or disposal of hazardous materials?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site; therefore, no impact related to this issue greater than that addressed in the
Supplemental EIR will occur.
b) Would the project create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through
reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous
materials into the environment?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 7(a).
c) Would the project emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous
materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school?
Less than Significant Impact/No New Information or Changed Circumstances Requiring
Preparation of an EIR. The Revised University Project includes a 6.44-acre elementary school
site. Construction and occupation of proposed on-site land uses will result in the generation of air
emissions from motor vehicles, construction equipment, and commercial uses. The Supplemental
EIR identified and mitigated air quality impacts resulting from the construction and occupation of
on-site uses. Development of the project site as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses within the project
site. Therefore, no increase in the level of air pollutants or in the frequency and/or amount of
hazardous material transport, sale, or storage is anticipated. Because these factors remain
unchanged, no impacts beyond those identified in the Supplemental EIR will occur.
d) Would the project be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials
sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it
create a significant hazard to the public or the environment?
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No Impact. The Final and Supplemental EIRs did not identify any ba?~rdous materials site within
the bou~daries of the Revised University Project site. Development of the Revised University
Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter
the type or scale of permitted uses within the project site. Developers of the project site will
adhere to applicable local, State, and federal standards related to the identification, remediation
and/or disposal of hazardous materials. Therefore, no impa~:t related to this issue will occur.
e) Would the project be located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not
been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project
result in a safe~y hazard for people residing or working in the project area?
No Impact. The Revised University Project site is located approximately 5.5 miles northeast of
Ontario International Airport, 8.0 miles west of Rialto Municipal Airport, and 8.5 miles northeast
of Cable Airport (Upland). Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to
applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alterthe type or scale of permitted
uses within the project site. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
Would the project be located within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project
result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 7(e).
g) Would the project impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted
emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
Less thtm Signi~cant Impact/No New Information or Changed Circumstances requiring
Preparation of an EII~ The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(3), Section 2(C)(9), and
Section 2(D)(I) specify the extent and timing of specific circulation improvements which were
not included in the approved Revised University Project. Development of the Revised University
Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter
the type or scale of permitted uses within the project site. Compliance with emergency access
requirements of the San Bemardino County Fire Department (SBCFD), San Bemardino County
Sheriffs's Department (SBSD), and/or the City of Rancho Cucamonga will ensure that emergency
response to the site will not be hampered. Therefore, no impact beyond that identified in the
Supplemental EIR will occur.
h) Would the project expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death
involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or
where residences are intermixed with wildlands?
No Impact. A combination of climate, topography, vegetation, and development pattern can
create fire risks in the vicinity of the Revised University Project. The project site is currently
vegetated with a variety of weeds, annual grasses, shrubs, and other forms of plant material.
This vegetation will be removed to allow for the construction of homes, commercial sites, and
community facilities. Ail new construction will comply with applicable standards of the Uniform
Fire Code, regulations of the San Bernardino County Fire Department (SBCFD) and/or City of
Rancho Cucamonga. No impact beyond that addressed in the Supplemental EIR will occur.
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Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to hazards or hazardous materials.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This lnitial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental E1R
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
& Hydrology and Water Quality. Would the Project...
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements?
No Impact. Development within the project will adhere to applicable provisions of the National
Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit as required by the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Santa Ana Region. Development of the Revised
University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement,
will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses within the project site. Therefore, impacts
associated with this issue will be no greater than that identified in the Supplemental EIR.
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b) Sub'.~tantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater
recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local
groa~ndwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to
a level which would not support existing land uses orplanned uses for which permits have
been granted) ?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. No increase in the amount of water required to service the project site or
the amount of impermeable surfaces is anticipated. Therefore, development of the project site
will not :result in impacts related to groundwater supply and/or recharge beyond that identified in
the Supplemental EIR.
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the
alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial
erosion or siltation on- or off-site?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses, or
substantially modify the configuration of residential and commercial areas. Therefore, substantial
alteration of existing drainage patterns beyond that identified in the Supplemental EIR will not
Occur.
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the
alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of
surface runoff in a manner which would result in .flooding on-or off-site?
No Impact. The Revised University Project includes on-site storm water facilities that will be
designed, installed, and maintained to adequately handle the ultimate drainage anticipated for the
area. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions
of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses, or substantially
modify the configuration of residential and commercial areas. Therefore, no impact greater than
that addressed in the Supplemental EIR will occur.
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned
storm water drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff.
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses, or
substantially modify the configuration of residential and commercial areas. No significant
increase in the amount of impermeable surfaces is anticipated. Development within the project
will adhere to applicable provisions of the NPDES permit as required by the RWQCB. No
impact beyond that addressed in the Supplemental EIR will occur.
99 Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 8(e).
g) Place housing within a lO0-year .flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard
Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map?
No Impact. The project site is not within a 100-year flood hazard area. No impact will occur.
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h) Place withln a lOO-year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood
flows?
No Impact. Refer to Response 8(g).
0 Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding,
including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam?
No Impact. The Revised University Project includes on-site storm water facilities that will be
installed and maintained to adequately handle the ultimate drainage anticipated for the area.
Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses, or substantially
modify the configuration of residential and commercial areas. The risk of exposing persons or
structures to flooding hazards through the construction and occupation of on-site uses is no
greater than that identified in the Supplemental EIR.
j) Be subject to inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mud flow?
No Impact. The project site is not located adjacent to coastal waters, on large, contained bodies
of water. Therefore, impacts resulting from either a tsunami or seiche will not occur. The project
site is relatively flat, sloping generally to the south at an overall gradient of approximately 5
percent. The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(5) requires City review and approval of
selected slopes within the project site. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled,
subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of
permitted uses within the project site. Adherence to City standards pertaining to slope design will
not result in impacts greater than that addressed in the Supplemental EIR.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to hydrology and water quality.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major E1R Revisions
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There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revision.,; of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
9. Land Use and Planning. Would the Project..
a) Physically divide an established community?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. Because the project site is currently undeveloped, no disruption of an
established community will occur.
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with
jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, or
zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental
effect?
No Impact. The Development Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the
owners of the Revised University Project permits development of the project site as entitled.
Selected provisions of the Development Agreement require adherence to City standards,
regulations and guidelines, modify the extent and scheduling of circulation improvements, or
permit the City to apply new ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies to the project site.
Adherence to City of Rancho Cucamonga standards, regulations and guidelines will result in a
pattern of development which is consistent with adjacent properties. The consistency of
standards resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement will provide a beneficial
impact to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural communiO~ conservation
plan?
No Impact. Subsequent to approval of the University/Crest PD in 1991, the County of San
Bemardino established the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program
(NEOSHPP) (1994). This program seeks to establish open space areas and to provide
connections between open space within a 7,243-acre area located north of the City of Rancho
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Cucamonga. The Revised University Project site is located within the NEOSHPP program area.
Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of
the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses within the project
site. Therefore, impacts greater than those identified in the Supplemental E1R will not occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to land use or planning.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
10. Mineral Resources. I~ould the Project...
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the
region and the residents of the state?
No Impact. The Final and Supplemental EIRs did not identify any on-site energy or mineral
resources. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
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b) Resalt in the loss of ava/lability of a locally-important mineral resource recovery site
delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 10(a).
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new ~md/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to mineral resources.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
Il. Nois~ [9buld the Project..
a) Result in exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards
established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other
agencies?
No Impact. The Final EIR identified potential noise impacts associated with development of the
Revised University Project and provided mitigation measures to reduce the significance of these
impacts. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
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within the project area; therefore, no increase in commercial, residential, construction and/or
traffic related noise is anticipated. No impact related with this issue will occur.
b) Result in exposure of persons to or generation of excessive ground borne vibration or
ground borne noise levels?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project area; therefore, the amount of on-site construction activity will remain
unchanged. No increase in the amount of groundborne noise or vibration is anticipated. No
impact related to this issue will occur.
c) Result in a substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity
above levels existing without the project?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 1 l(a).
d) Result in a substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project
vicinity above levels existing without the project?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 1 l(a).
e) If located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted,
within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, expose people residing or
working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
No Impact. The Revised University Project site is located approximately 5.5 miles northeast of
Ontario International Airport, 8.0 miles west of Rialto Municipal Airport, and 8.5 miles northeast
of Cable Airport (Upland). Development of the Revised University Project as entitled,subject to
applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted
uses within the project site. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
)9 If within the-vicinity of a private airstrip, expose people residing or working in the project
area to excessive noise levels?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 1 l(e).
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
noise related issues.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
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No Subs~antial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is: no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing ~4bility to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
12. Population and Housing. Would the ProjecL..
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing
new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other
infrastructure) ?
No Impact. Development under the Revised University Project will result in the development of
sing}e-family residential units, and the installation of roadways, utilities, and community
facilities. Impacts resulting from this development have been identified and, if necessary,
mitigated for in the Final and Supplementa~ EIRs. Development of the Revised University
Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter
the type or intensity of permitted uses within the project site; therefore, no population increase
would take place. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
b) Displace substantial numbers of e~cisting housing or people, necessitating the construction
of replacement housing elsewhere?
No Impact. The project site is currently vacant. Development of the Revised University Project
as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type
or intensity of permitted uses within the project site; therefore, persons or housing will not be
displaced. No impact related to this issue will occur.
c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement
housing elsewhere?
No Impact. Please refer to Response 12(b).
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
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Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to population and housing.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental E1R
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental ElR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR
13. Public Services. Would the Project...
a) Result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or
physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental
facilities, the construction of which would cause significant environmental impacts, in
order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives
for any of the public services:
i) Fire protection?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project site, therefore no increase in the demand for fire protection services will take
place. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
ii) Police protection?
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No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project site; therefore, no increase in the demand for police protection services will
take place. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
iii) Schools?
No Imp~ct. The Supplemental EIR stated, "Prior to the issuance of building permits for any
residence, the developer shall pay school fees pursuant to Government Code 65995."
Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses within the project
site; therefore, no population increase will take place. Demand for school services and facilities
will be similar to that identified in the Supplemental EIR. No impact associated with this issue
will occur.
iv) Parks?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project site; therefore, no population increase will take place. Demand for park
facilities will be similar to that identified in the Supplemental EIR. No impact associated with
this issue will occur.
v) Other public facilities?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project site; therefore, no increase in the demand for library, medical, or social services
will take place. No additional maintenance burden of public facilities is anticipated. Therefore,
no impact associated with this issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to the provision of public services.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised lJniversity Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
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There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental E1R
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR
14. Recreation. Would the Project...
a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational
facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be
accelerated?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project site; therefore, no population increase will take place. Demand for park
facilities will be similar to that identified in the Supplemental EIR. No impact associated with
this issue will occur.
b) Does the project include recreatlonal facilities or require the construction or expansion of
recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment?
No Impact. The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(8), requires the installation of seven
additional "paseos" to provide access to the City of Rancho Cucamonga trail system. The location
and construction of these paseos shall be in substantial conformance with "Exhibit L" and
"Exhibit L-I" of the Development Agreement and/or approved by the City's Trail Committee.
The construction and maintenance of these paseos will not alter the type or scale of permitted
uses within the project site and, therefore, will not have an adverse effect of the environment.
The Revised University Project included a 10-acre park site. Section 2(D)(2) of the Development
Agreement specifies the extent and timing of park improvements, but does not entail actions
which would have an adverse effect on the physical environment. No impact related to this issue
will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to the provision of recreational facilities.
Addendum Determinations
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Major lq'IR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Sub&~antial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is; no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental EIR
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time theFinal and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
15. Transportation/Traffic. Would the ProjecL..
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and
capacity of the street system (~, result in a substantial increase in either the number of
vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or intensity of permitted uses
within the project site. Because the type and intensity of development remains unchanged from
that identified in the Supplemental EIR, no increase in the number of vehicle trips, volume to
capacity ratios, or congestion on local roadways is anticipated. No impact related to this issue
will occur.
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the
county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways?
No Impact. As noted in Response 15(a), no increase in the number of vehicle trips, volume to
capacity ratios, or congestion on local roadways is anticipated as a result of development of the
project site (as entitled). Therefore, impacts to level of service standards will be no greater than
that identified in the Supplemental EIR. The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(3), Section
2(C)(9), and Section 2(D)(I) specify the extent and timing of specific circulation improvements
which were not included in the approved Revised University Project. These modifications to the
previously entitled Revised University Project, may improve traffic flow in and adjacent to the
project site. Any such improvement would be a beneficial impact.
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a
change in location that results in substantial safety risks?
No Impact. The Revised University Project does not include an air transportation component.
Therefore, no impact related to this issue will occur.
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous
intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g.,farm equlpmenO ?
No Impact. The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(3), Section 2(C)(9), and Section 2(D)(I)
specifies the extent and timing of specific circulation improvements which were not included in
the approved Revised University Project. Development of the Revised University Project as
entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the
type or scale of permitted uses within the project site, and will not increase hazards from
incompatible uses or design features. Adherence to Development Agreement and mitigation
measures included in the Final and Supplemental EIRs will reduce traffic related impact resulting
from development of the Revised University Project.
e) Result in inadequate emergency access?
No Impact. The Development Agreement, Section 2(C)(3), Section 2(C)(9), and Section 2(D)(I)
specifies the extent and timing of specific circulation improvements which were not included in
the approved Revised University Project. Development of the Revised University Project as
entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or
scale of permitted uses within the project site. Compliance with emergency access requirements
of the San Bernardino County Fire Department (SBCFD), San Bernardino County Sheriffs's
Department (SBSD), and/or the City of Rancho Cucamonga will ensure that emergency response
to the site will not be hampered. Therefore, no impact beyond that identified in the Supplemental
EIR will occur.
J) Result in inadequate parking capacity?
No Impact. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. No impacts associated with this issue were identified in the Final or
Supplemental EIRs. Parking for commercial uses and community facilities will be provided per
City of Rancho Cucamonga standards. No impact associated with this issue will occur.
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation
(e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)?
No Impact. The Final EIR includes Mitigation Measure No. 39, requiring that development
within the project site shall include transit improvements such as bus shelters, bike storage
facilities, benches, and bus pockets in streets. Development of the Revised University Project as
entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or
scale of permitted uses within the project site. Because Mitigation Measure No. 39 still applies to
development within the project site, no impact related to this issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
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Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to the provision of recreational facilities.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
Based on the foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to the
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental E1R
This Initial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
16. Utilities and Service Systems. Would the Project...
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional }Fater Quality
Control Board?
No Impact. Modification of the Revised University Project, as outlined in the Development
Agreement will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within the project site.
Therefore, no increase in the amount of wastewater generated by on-site uses will occur. No
impact associated with this issue will occur.b) Require or result in the construction of new
water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of
which could cause significant environmental effects?
No Impact. Modification of the Revised University Project, as outlined in the Development
Agreement will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within the project site. Without a
change of uses or an increase in the intensity of development, no increase in the demand for water
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or wastewater treatment will take place. Therefore, no impact associated with this issue will
occur.
c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities orexpansion of
existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects?
No Impact. Modification of the Revised University Project, as outlined in the Development
Agreement will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within the project site. The
Revised University Project provided a storm drain system. Construction and/or expansion of
storm water drainage facilities beyond that identified in the Supplemental EIR is not required.
Therefore, no impact related to this issue will occur.
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and
resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed? No Impact. The Revised
University Project identified water system improvements which will Provide adequate service
to planned on-site uses. Modification of the Revised University Project, as outlined in the
Development Agreement will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within the
project site. Without a change of uses or an increase in the intensity of development, no
increase in the demand for water supply or delivery facilities will occur. Therefore, no impact
associated with this issue will occur. "~13 e) Result in a determination by the
wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate
capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing
commitments? No Impact. Modification of the Revised University Project, as outlined
in the Development Agreement will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within
the project site and would not result in increased sewer flows or increased pressure on
existing or planned waste water treatment facilities. Construction and/or expansion of
wastewater treatment facilities beyond that identified in the Revised University Project.
Therefore, no impact related to this issue will occur.
Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid
waste disposal needs?
No Impact. Modification of the Revised University Project, as outlined in the Development
Agreement will not alter the scale or intensity of permitted uses within the project site and would
not increase the amount of solid waste generated by on-site uses. Therefore, no impact related to
this issue will occur.
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste?
No Impact. Because modifications to the Revised University Project, as outlined in the
Development Agreement, will not result in an increase in the amount of solid waste generated by
on-site uses, no impact associated with this issue will occur.
Refined Project Mitigation Measures
Implementation of the Development Agreement for the Revised University Project will not result in
any new significant impacts. Therefore, no new and/or refined mitigation measures are required for
issues related to the provision of utility services.
Addendum Determinations
Major EIR Revisions Not Required
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Based on thc foregoing analysis and information, there is no evidence that major changes to thc
Final and/or Supplemental EIR are required. Comparison of the previous project with the project
as described in Section 2.3 of this document indicates that there are no new significant
environmental impacts resulting from implementation of the Development Agreement for the
Revised University Project.
No Substantial Change in Circumstances Requiring Major EIR Revisions
There is no information in the record or otherwise available that indicates that there are
substantial changes in circumstances that would require major changes to the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Greater Significant Effects than in Final and/or Supplemental I~TR
This lnitial Study/Addendum has analyzed all available relevant information to determine
whether there is new information that was not available at the time the Final and Supplemental
EIRs were certified that may indicate that a new significant effect may occur that was not
reported in the Final or Supplemental EIR. Based on the information and analysis above, there is
no substantial new information that there will be new, significant impacts requiring major
revisions of the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
No New Information Showing Ability to Reduce Significant Effects in the Final and/or
Supplemental EIR
The analysis above shows that there are no feasible alternatives to the project or additional
mitigation measures that must be considered to substantially reduce one or more of the significant
effects identified in the Final and/or Supplemental EIR.
17. Mandatory Findings of Significance
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop
below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the
number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate
important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory ?
No Impact. As previously stated in Section 4 (Biological Resources), biological surveys
conducted prior to and subsequent to certification of the Supplemental EIR did not identify any
state or federally listed threatened or endangered species on site. Impacts associated with riparian
areas, migration corridors, or natural community conservation areas were determined not to be
significant. Development of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable
provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses
within the project site. Therefore, impacts related to biological resources will be no greater than
that identified in the Supplemental EIR.
No historic, archeological, or paleotological resources have been identified on site. Development
of the Revised University Project as entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development
Agreement, will not alter the type or scale of permitted uses within the project site. Therefore,
impacts to historic or cultural resources would be no greater than that addressed in the
Supplemental EIR.
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b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable?
("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are
considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of
other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects) ?
No Impact. Cumulative impacts associated with development of the project site have been
previously identified in the Supplemental EIR. Development of the Revised University Project as
entitled, subject to applicable provisions of the Development Agreement, will not alter the type or
scale of permitted uses within the project site. Implementation of provisions of the Development
Agreement will not result in cumulative impacts which were not identified in the Supplemental
EIR. Therefore, no impact associated with this issue will occur.
c) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on
human beings, either directly or indirectly?
No Impact. Potential impacts associated with development of the Revised University Project
have been identified and (where necessary) mitigated for in the Supplemental EIR. Development
of the Revised University Project as entitled, and subject to applicable provisions of the
Development Agreement, will not alter the type and scale of permitted uses within the project
site. Implementation of provisions of the Development Agreement will not cause direct or
indirect impacts greater than that identified in the Supplemental EIR. Therefore, no impact
associated with this issue will occur.
4.0 LIST OF PREPARERS/REFERENCES/PERSONS
AND ORGANIZATIONS CONTACTED
4.1 LIST OF PREPARERS
This document was prepared under the direct management of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as Lead
Agency for the proposed project, and reflects the independent judgement and position regarding the
environmental consequences of the proposed project. The Lead Agency was assisted by the
following outside consultant(s):
Lead Consultant
LSA Associates, Inc. (LSA)
Environmental/Planning Consultants
Lynn Calvert-Hayes, AICP, Associate/Project Manager
Carl Winter, Environmental Analyst
Jennifer Schuk, Graphics Technician
Elsa Brewers Word Processor
4.2 REFERENCES
Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised University Crest Project (SCH
No, 98121091), LSA Associates, Inc., April 15, 1999
Final St~pplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised University Project (SCH No.
98121091), LSA Associates, Inc., July 21, 1999
Final Biological Surveys for the University Planned Development and .4djacent Parcels, San
Bernardino County, California, Harmsworth Associates, July 28, 1999
Final Environmental Impact Report University/Crest Project PUD No. W121-49 SCH No.
88082915, Environmental Perspectives, August 1989
LEGEND
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CEQA FINDINGS
City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
Findings Related to The University Crest Planned
Development Environmental Impact Report,
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the
Revised University Planned Development Project and
Addendum in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
UNIVERSITY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
CEQA FINDINGS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 1
Il. PROJECT SUMMARY .................................................................................................................... 2
A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 2
B. PROJECT OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................... 4
III. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ............................................... 4
A. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT FINDING ......................................................................... 5
B. GENERAL FINDING ON MITIGATION MEASURES ................................................... 6
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND FINDINGS ........................................................................ 7
A. IMPACTS IDENTIFIED IN THE EIR AS LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT
REQUIRING NO MITIGATION ....................................................................................... 7
B. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS WHICH CAN BE MITIGATED
BELOW A LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE AND MITIGATION MEASURES .................. 9
C. IMPACTS ANALYZED IN THE EIR AND DETERMINED TO BE
SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE .......................................................................... 11
V. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES ........................................................................................................ 21
VI. PROJECT BENEFITS .................................................................................................................... 24
Vll. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................. 26
VIll. ADOPTION OF A MONITORING/REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE CEQA
MITIGATION MEASURES .......................................................................................................... 29
Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations
Regarding the Environmental Effects from
The University Planned Development
(SCH # 88082915 and 98121091)
I. IIVrRODUCTION
The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga ("this Council")in approving The University Planned
Development (PD), makes the findings described below and adopts the Statement of Overriding
Considerations presented at the end of the Findings. The University Planned Development (PD) (the
"Project") is a modification to a project previously approved by the Board of Supervisors ("Board") of the
County of San Bemardino in June, 1991. The prior project was identified as the University/Crest Planned
Development (PD) (the "University/Crest PD"), and at the time of that project approval, the Board certified
a Final Environmental Impact Report, State Clearinghouse Number (SCH) 88082915 (the "1991 Final
EIR"). In May 1991, the Board approved the addendum to the 1991 Final EIR.
Subsequent to the 1991 approval, a portion of the University Crest Development Project was purchased, and
in 1998 the new owners made application to the County for approval of the Revised University Project,
severing the University portion form the Crest portion of the original University Project. The Board was
presented with the Revised University Project ard certified a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report
(the "SEIR") on October 26, 1999 (SCH 98121091).
On November 29, 1999, the City of Rancho Cucamonga commended a judicial challenge to
the Board's certification of the SEIR by filling an action entitled "The City of Rancho
Cucamonga v. the County of San Bernardino and the Board of Supervisors of the County of
San Bernardino, et al" Consolidated Case No. SCVSS 62412, (the Action). The Action
challenged the adequacy of the SEIR for the Project on a number of grounds, of which the
primary concerns included inadequate traffic impacts analysis, inadequate open space analysis
and improper application of the City's zoning standards applicable within its sphere of
influence. The City, Board, and the Project proponent have entered into a conditional
settlement agreement as regards to the Action. The primary benefits to the City arising from
the settlement agreement are (a) the Project proponent's agreement to enter into a development
agreement as regards to the Project and (b) the addition of further clarifying language into the
SEIR pursuant to an Addendum, as the same is defined in Section 15164 of the Guidelines.
Through the settlement agreement, the City and the Project proponent have addressed the
City's concerns about potential traffic impacts, and have agreed to modify certain traffic
elements, primarily design and timing of construction issues, which address the City's
concerns. The City has been advised that the Project proponent is acquiring additional off-site
land for perpetual use as open space that addresses the City's other primary concerns. Finally,
of additional benefit is the proposal that the Project be annexed into the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, thus providing further benefits to the City and through the settlement agreement
addresses concerns about the City's zoning standards as applied to the Project.
These Findings are based upon the entire record before this Council, including the Supplemental
Environmental Impact Report ("SEIR") prepared for the Project and the addendum which augments the
FEIR and SEIR for the Project as regulated by the settlement agreement and the development agreement.
The EIR and SEIR were prepared by the County of San Bernardino acting as the lead agency under the
California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"). The City of Rancho Cucamonga is identified as a
responsible agency regarding the development of the Project pursuant to CEQA and the Notice of
Preparation of the SEIR.
II. PROJECT SU3,11VlARY
A. PROJECTDESCRIPTION
The site proposed for the Project is located in an unincorporated area of southwestern San Bemardino
ICounW, approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, 20 miles west of downtown San
Bernardino, and 30 miles northeast of central Orange County. The Project site is located just west Interstate
15 (I-15) and north of the future State Route 30 (SR-30) within the City of Rancho Cucamonga sphere of
influence. The City ofRancho Cucamonga is located to the south and east. (SEIR Figures 1.1 & 1.2)
The University/Crest PD was approved in 1991 with 1,238 residential units, related commercial
development, school, park and open space on 1,111.29 acres. To provide for comprehensive planning
and infrastructure efficiency, two separate properties "known as University and Crest" were included
under a single land use approval. The University/Crest PD was never developed.
The current owner of the University portion, U.C.P. lnc., proposed revisions to reflect the changes in
circumstances with regard to ownership, land area, and concept design. The Project provides a detailed plan
for residential and commercial development, park, school and open space on 250.67 acres. The specific
modifications analyzed in the SEIR were:
· Revise the existing University Development Plan of 578 re~dential units, commercial,
school, and park on 186.83 acres by:
- Adding 64 acres of former SCE property to the project;
Increasing the proposed number of dwelling units from 578 to 685;
- Modifying the location of proposed commercial uses and adding a new 23 acres of
commercial development as shown in Figure 2.3; and
_ Increasing the size of the proposed school and park sites from a cumulative total of
11.96 to 18.00 acres.
Revise portions of the project design by adding new street alignments, new lot designs,and
new lot sizes. All parcels are proposed to be a minimum 7,200 square feet.
Transfer to the County of San Bernardino, in fee, of a one-half interest in 172 acres of off-
site land for permanent open space purposes, along with funding to provide for the long-
term maintenance of the off-site land.
Create two stand-alone planned development projects, which will be called the University
Planned Development and the Crest Planned Development.
Eliminate the 675-acre open space area from the project.
Extend Banyan/Summit Avenue westerly over Day Creek Channel to connect with
Rochester Avenue.
Reduce the design standard of Day Creek Boulevard from six lanes to four lands divided
from SR-30 to Banyan Avenue, four lanes undivided to Wilson Avenue and two lanes north
of Wilson Avenue.
The SEIR was to evaluate the potential environmental effects that would result from the development of
these modifications to the approved University/Crest PD, according to the requirements of the CEQA.
The FSEIR, and subsequent SEIR together with and as clarified by the Addendum was intended to serve
as an informational document to be used by the City in its responsible and lead agency role in assessing
the environmental effects of the proposed Project, and to provide mitigation measures to avoid or
minimize identified significant impacts.
The proposed project is the development of the University Project Site as entitled by the County,
subject to applicable provisions of the Settlement Agreement and Development Agreement. Provisions
of the Development Agreement include the following:
· Section 2(B): The extension of City street improvement, lighting, storm drain landscape, and
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards to uses within the project site;
· Section 2(C)(l)(a)(ii): The extension of Etiwanda North Specific Plan design criteria to commercial
uses located within Area "G;'
· Section 2((;)(2): The design of the Day Creek Boulevard streetscape shall be modified to be
consistent with the Day Creek Boulevard streetscape south of the project site and/or substantially
consistent with the City's Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan;
· Section 2(C)(3): Provision by the Property Owner of funding and/or construction necessary to
improve Banyan Avenue from the existing SCE easement, through to Rochester Avenue;
· Section 2(C)(5): Review and approval by the City of slopes within all landscape maintenance
districts and adherence to City standards for slopes in excess of 12.5 feet in height;
· Section 2(C)(8): The installation of seven additional "paseos' to provide access to the City trail
system;
· Section 2(C)(9)(c): Modifications to type, extent, location, and/or timing of circulation
improvements included in the Revised University Project; and
· Section 2(D)(1): The timing and funding of circulation improvements to Banyan Avenue and Day
Creek Boulevard and the timing and extent of development of the park site.
B. PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the Project are as follows:
Integrate the former utility easement which extended through the boundaries &the original
University/Crest PD, the easement was sold by SCE as surplus property to the project
proponents, U.C.P. Inc., for incorporation, thereby increasing the project area by 64 acres.
Allow for an independent entitlement so that the independently owned University property
can be developed separately from the independently- owned Crest property.
Modify the prior approval to take into account the changes in off-site urban development.
· Increase the amount of acreage provided for the school site.
Realign the location of community facilities to achieve a better relationship between these
uses.
Relocate commemial land uses adjacent to SR-30 in order to take advantage of the
proximity to this transportation corridor.
Better reflect the current residential development market, and improve the compatibility of
proposed development with surrounding communities.
Recognize that the 675-acre parcel originally proposed for open space mitigation is not
controlled by the owners of the University and Crest properties, has been committed to
permanent open space by its current owner as mitigation for a project other than he
University/Crest PD, and is no longer part of the University or Crest development projects.
Provide substitute off-site permanent open space to replace the 675-acre parcel.
Develop the Project in conformance with the design standards within the EtiwandaNorth
Specific Plan regulating commercial land uses.
· Provide for the timely installation of roadway improvements in conformance with City
standards.
IlL ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
The County of San Bemardino has previously conducted an environmental review for this project which
included a the FSEIR, the SEIR; including technical repons concerning traffic and circulation impacts; air
quality; biological resource and open space impacts, as well a review of the project site's previous
environmental documentation. The following is a summary of the County's environmental review for this
project:
A Notice of Preparation (NOP) and Initial Study identifying the scope of environmental
issues, were distributed to 89 state and federal agencies, and local agencies md
organizations on December 21, 1999, and notice was provided through publicatim~ on
December 25, 1999, in the San Bemardino Sun. A total of 17 comment lettem were
received. Copies of those comment letters are included in Appendix A of the Draft SEIR
(under separate cover). Relevant comments received in response to the NOP/lnitial Study
were incorporated into the Draft SEIR.
· The Draft SEIR was distributed for public review on April 19, 1999, for a 45-day review
period with the comment period expiringon June 3, 1999. Seventeen comment letters were
received at the close of the public comment period. The specific and general responses to
comments are in the Final SEIR.
A Notice of Completion (NOC) was sent with the Draft SEIR to the State Clearinghcuse on
April 16, 1999, and notice was provided on April 19, 1999, in the following newspaper of
general and/or regional circulation:
The San Bemardino County Sun
The Final SEIR was distributed for a 10-day notification period beginning on July 26, 1999.
The San Bemardino County Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the
Project and staff recommendations on August 19, 1999. Following public testimony, and
staff recommendations, the Commission recommended to the Board that the SEIR is
adequate and should be certified and that the Board adopt these Findings and Statement of
Overriding Considerations and approved the Project.
On October 26, 1999, the Board held a public hearing to consider the Project and staff
recommendations. Following public testimony and staff recommendations, the Board
certified the SEIR and adopted the Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations
and approved the Project.
· On July 26, 2000, the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission held a public
hearing on the development agreement and recommended the City of Rancho Cucamonga
City Council approve adoption of the addendum to the SEIR and approve adoption of the
ordinance approving the proposed development agreement.
A. NDEPENDENT JUDGMENT FIIN-DI~NG
San Bemardino County in undertaking the CEQA review of the project solicited proposals from independent
consultants to prepare a SEIR to the FEIR for the Revised University PD. Subsequently, LSA Associates,
Inc., was retained to prepare the SEIR. The SEIR was prepared under the supervision and direction of the
County of San Bemardino Land Use Services/Planning Division with the City of Rancho Cucamonga as a
responsible agency. The City of Rancho Cucamonga subsequently retained LSA Associates to prepare the
Addendum to the FEIR and SEIR. The addendum was prepared under the direction and supervision of the
City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department, Planning Division.
Finding: The FEI1L SEIR, and addendum reflect the City's independent judgment. The City has
exercised its independent judgment in accordance with Public Resources Code, Section
21082.1(c)(3) in retaining its own environmental consultant, directing the consultant in
preparation of the addendum to the EIR, SEIR, and addemndum as well as reviewing,
analyzing, and revising material prepared by the consultant.
B. FINDING ON THE EIR, SUPPLEMENTAL EIR AND ADDENDUM
Finding: The proposed changes to the revised University Planned Development require only minor
technical changes or additions to the EIR, SEIR to adequately make the EIR and SEIR
apply to the Project. Pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines, an addendum to the
supplemental EIR is the required environmental documentation for the City's
consideration of the Project.
C. GENERAL FINDING ON MITIGATION MEASURES
In preparing the conditions of approval for this project, the County incorporated the mitgation measures
recommended in the FEIR, SEIR. In the event that the conditions of approval do not use the exact wording
of the mitigation measures recommended in the SEIIL in each such instance, the adopted conditions of
approval are intended to be identical er substantially similar to the recommended mitigation measure. Any
minor revisions were made for the purpose of improving clarity or to better define the intended purpose.
Additionally, the City has reviewed the conditions of approval and mitigationmeasures applicable to the
Project as a result of the County's approval of the University/Crest PD in 1991. Attached as Exhibit "A" is a
table comparing their environmental mitigation measures fi.om the 1991 Final EIR to the mitigation
measures applicable to the Project.
Findings: Unless specifically stated to the contrary in these findings, it isthe City's intent to adopt all
mitigation measures recommended by the FEIR, SEIR and addendum. Ifa measure has,
through error, been omitted from the Conditions of Approval or from these Findings, and
that measure is not specifically reflected in these Findings, that measure shall be deemed to
be adopted pursuant to this paragraph.
In addition, unless specifically stated to the contrary in these Findings, all Conditions of
Approval repeating or rewording mitigation measures recommended in the FEIR, SEIR and
addendum are intended to be substantially similar to the mitigation measures as worded in
the FSEIR and are found to be equally effective in avoiding or lessening the identified
environmental impact.
Finally, the mitigation measures applicable to the Project have incorporated, or deleted, as
necessary, the mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR, as shown on Exhibit "A."
Such mitigation from the 1991 Final EIR has been properlyassigned to mitigate the impacts
of the Project, or has been deleted because the mitigation is no longer applicable as set forth
in Exhibit "A."
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND FINDINGS
City and County staff reports, the EIR, SEIR, and addendum, written and oral testimony at all relevant
public meetings or hearings, and these Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and other
information in the administrative record serve as the basis for the City's environmental determination.
The detailed analysis of potential environmental impacts and proposed mitigation measures for the Project
are presented in Chapter 4 of the DEIR, Draft SEIR and within the addendum. Responses to comments and
any revisions or omissions to the Draf~ SEIR are provided in Chapters 3 and 4 of the Final SEIR.
The SE1R evaluated throe major environmental categories (traffic and cimulation, air quality, and biological
resources/open !;pace resources) for potential significant adverse impacts, including cumulative impacts.
Both project-specific and cumulative impacts were evaluated. Of these three environmental categories, the
City concurs with the conclusions in the SEIR that the issues and subissues discussed below can be
mitigated below a significant impact threshold and for those issues which cannot be nitigated below a level
of significance, overriding considerations exist which make impacts acceptable. In addition to the three
major environmental categories addressed in the SEIR, twelve other major categories were found to be
nonsignificant in the Ini~al Study prepared for the project. The City concurs with the conclusions on these
categories as outlined in the Initial Study (Appendix A of the Drafi SEIR) and finds that no significant
impacts have been identified as to those categories identified in fie lnitial Study and no further analysis is
required.
In addition the City prepared an addendum to the SDEIR to address potential irapacts which may result
from development of the Revised University Project site, subject to applicable provisions of the
development agreement.
A. IMPACTS IDENTIFIED IN TH~ SEIR AS LESS THAN SIGNIIqCANT REQUIRING NO
MITIGATION
The following issues were identified in the Initial Study as having the potential to cause significant impact
and were carried forward to the SEIR for detailed evaluation. These issues were found in the SEIR as having
no potential to cause significant impact and therefore require no project-specific mitigation. In the following
presentation, each resource issue is identified and the potential for significantadverse environmental effects
is discussed.
1. BIOLOGICAL AND OPEN SPACE RESOURCES
a. Plummer's Mariposa Lily
Potential Significant Impact: The proposed Project would substantially diminish habitat for the
lummer s Mar posa Lily (Calochortus plummerae).
Finding: Potential impacts to Plummer's Mariposa Lily are discussed in Section 4.3 of the SEIR. The
analysis concluded that, impacts to Plummer's Mariposa Lily brought about by the
implementation of the proposed Project would not be significant. No mitigation is
required.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: The Plummer's Mariposa Lily, a species designated by
the California Native Plant Society under CNPS List lB was
observed in several locations on the University portion of the site
but not within the SCE easement. Currently, this species has no
federal or state status but is on a watch list by CNPS which
indicates that this species is rare in California and is eligible for
state listing. The Biological Survey completed for the SEIR
shows that approximately 50 +/- individual plants are located on
the University project site, in gravely alluvium and rocky soils.
The range of this species extends from Pasadena to Yucaipa, and
includes the Etiwanda Wash, where the largest intact population
exists. Substantial numbers of this plant are protected within the
North Etiwanda Preserve and the loss of 50 +/- individuals is not
considered to be significant. Because no plants were found with
64 acre easement acquired from Southern California Edison,
which is being added to the previously approved project, no
additional mitigation is necessary.
b. "Blue-line" stream.
Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project would result in the loss of an on-site "blue-line"
Finding: Potential impacts to the "blue-line" stream are discussed in Section 4.3 of the SElR. The
analysis concluded that the loss of the "blue-line" stream would not be significant due to the
lack of riparian vegetation associated with this intermittent watercourse.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: This "blue-line" stream does not fit the normal
stream/wetlands pattern. No riparian vegetation was associated
with this intermittent watercourse. The vegetation associated
with the stream is Riversidian alluvial fan sage scrub instead of
the typical willow/coaonwood riparian association found for
most blue-lined streams. The loss of this intermittent stream
course would not result in a loss of streamcourse associated or
wetland habitat. Therefore, impacts to the "blue-line" stream are
not significant and no mitigation is required.
c. Wildlife Movement
Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project would interfere with local wildlife movement
patterns.
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Finding: Potential impacts to any potential on-site wildlife corridor are discussed in Section 43 of
the SEIR. The analysis concluded that the loss of any potential on-site wildlife corridor
would not be a significant impact.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: The former utility easements which cross the proposed
project site were previously identified as potential corridors for
the movement of wildlife. The 1991 Final EIR found the
quality of habitat in these easements to be degraded. Utility
easements directly south of the proposed project site have been
sold and are planned for development. The proposed project is
located at the southern extreme of the NEOSHPP area and is
located directly north and east of commercial and residential
development and north of the right-of-way for the future SR-30.
The pattern of commercial and residential development in the
areas adjacent to the proposed project site lessens the value of
the parcel as a wildlife corridor. Therefore, impacts of the
proposed project on wildlife corridors is not significant and no
mitigation is required.
B. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS WHICH CAN BE IVIITIGATED BELOW A
LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE AND MITIGATION MEASURES.
The following issues from the environmental categories analyzed by the FEIR and SEIR; Traffic and
Circulation, Air Quality, and Biological/Open Space Resources, were found to be potenially significant, but
can be mitigated to a less than significant level, with the imposition of mitigation measures. Tie San
Bernardino County Board of Supervisors (The Board) finds that all potentially significant impacts of the
project listed below can and will be mitigated, reduced or avoided by inposition of the mitigation measures,
and these mitigation measures are set forth in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Plan
adopted by the Board. Specific findings of the Board for each category of such impacts are set forth in
detail below. Public Resources Code Section 21081 states that no public agency shall approve or can'y out a
project for which an Environmental Impact Report has been completed which identifies one or more
significant effects unless the public agency makes one or more ffthe following findings:
1. Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project
which mitigate or avoid the significant effects on the environment.
2. Those changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiclon of
another public agency and have been, or can and should be, adopted by that other
agency.
3. Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, make
infeasible the mitigation measures or alternatives identified in the SEIR.
The City hereby finds, pursuant to Section 21081 that the following potential environmental impacts can and
will be mitigated to below a level of significance, based upon the implementation of the mitigation measures
in the FEIR, SEIR and Addendum. Each mitigation measure discussed in this section of the findings is
assigned a code letter correlating it with the environmental category used in the Mitigation Monitoring
Program included in the SEIR.
1. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
a. Roadway Construction and Improvement
Potential Significant Impact: The proposed Project would significantly impact area roadways. The 1991
Final EIR determined that with mitigation, no significant project-related or
cumulative impacts would result from development of the University/Crest
PD.
Finding: The potential impacts to area roadways are discussed in Section 4.1 of the SEIR. The 1991
Final EIR determined that with mitigation, no significant project-related or cumulative
impacts would result from thc University/Crest PD. The SEIR analysis 0oncluded that
construction of internal roadways and improvements to roadways providing access to the
Project site to standards required to maintain satisfactory operations and safe traffic
conditions contained in the mitigation measures avoid or substantially lessen the
significant environmental effects analyzed in the SEIR such that no significant impacts
remain.
The following measures from the 1991 EIR are still applicable and will mitigate these impacts to below a
level of significance.
4.1.lB Landscape plantings and signs shall be limited in height in the vicinity of project roadways to
assure good visibility.
4.1.0 The project proponent shall construct the following roadway and intersection improvements
prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy for any dwelling unit wHhin each development
phase of the project as stipulated in the project's conditions of approvah
Day Creek Boulevard/Wilson Avenue - Install traffic signal.
Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue - Install trafftc signal
Day Creek Boulevard/Vintage Drive. Install traffic signal.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: Since the certification of the 1991 Final EIR, the 762-acre
Oak Summit development project, located north of the Project site,
has been converted to permanent open space, resulting in a
decrease in future traffic volumes. Consequently, some of the
traffic mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR are no longer
required to mitigate project-related and cumulative traffic impacts,
as analyzed in the SEIR. The required improvements to roadways
and intersections within the Project site will provide adequate
access and maintain satisfactory levels of service. Design
standards related to roadways and intersections generally ensure
the safe and adequate design, construction and maintenance of
these facilities will reduce the potential impacts to less than
significant levels.
b. Public Transportation
Potential Significant Impa~: Increased demand for public transportation in the vicinity of the proposed
project.
Finding: The potential impacts related to public transportation are discussed in Section 4.1 of the
SEIR. The analysis concluded that the project will increase demand for transit service
along the Day Creek Boulevard, Wilson Avenue, and Banyan Street/Summit Avenue
corridors. This is a potentially significant impact of the proposed project Implementation
of the mitigation measures stated below will substantially lessen the significant impact
identified in the SEIR such that no significant impacts remain.
The following measure from the 1991 EIR is still applicable and will mitigate these
impacts below a level of significance.
4.1.7 To mitigate the project's increase in demand for transit service in the project area, bus
transit stops shouM be provided at major intersections as follows:
Day Creel{ Boulevard: - Bus turnout northbound far side of Vintage Drive
- Bus turnout southbound far side of Vintage Drive
- Bus turnout northbound far side of Banyan Street-Summit Avenue
~ Bus turnout southbound far side of Banyan Street-Summit Avenue
- Bus stop northbound far side of Vintage Drive
- 3'us stop southbound far side of Vintage Drive
Summit ,4 venue:
- Bus stop eastbound far side of Day Creek Boulevard
Banyan Street:
- Bus stop westbound far side of Day Creek Boulevard
Wilson A venue:
Bus stop eastbound far side of Day Creek Boulevard
Bus stop westbound far side of Day Creek Boulevard
Facts and analysis to Support of the Finding: As with the University/Crest PD, the proposed Project
would increase the demand for transit service along the Day
Creek Boulevard, Wilson Avenue, and Banyan Street/Summit
Avenue corridors. The TIA for the Revised University Project
identified measures associated with providing transit stops along
roadways within the project. Implementation of these measures
will reduce potential impacts related to public transportation to
less than significant levels.
2. AIR QUALITY
a. On-site stationary emissions
Potential Significant Impact The project will increase emissions from on-site stationary sources.
Finding: The potential impact to air quality is discussed in Section 4.2 of the SEIR. The long-term
occupancy of the proposed development of homes and retail commercial uses would
consume natural gas and electricity. On-site stationary sources (i.e., energy consumption)
emissions would be below the emission thresholds established by the SCAQMD and,
therefore, is not a significant long-term impact of the proposed project. Adherence to the
following energy conservation measures will reduce energy consumption and mitigate
impacts related to stationary source emissions identified in the SEIR such that no significant
effect remains.
The following measure from the 1991 EIR is still applicable and will mitigate these
impacts below a level of significance.
10. Require bus turnouts and shelters in commercial developments and public use areas as identified.
11. Include solar water heaters and pool heaters in model homes and community facilities with pools.
12. Use extensive landscaping to shade buiMings
Facts and analysis in Support of the Findings: Criteria pollutant emissions associated with stationary
sources are generally small compared to those of the mobile
sources. This was reflected in the 1991 air quality analysis.
There would be an increase in indirect stationary source
emissions (energy consumption) associated with the addition of
107 dwelling units. Total net increase in daily emissions for all
criteria pollutants would be less than 5 pounds for NOx, and less
than 3 pounds for the others. The project also proposes a lower
density for the on-site commercial development. Together, the
proposed modifications would not result in significant changes
to the County's General Plan and SCAG's projection for the
project area. Therefore, the project is considered to be
consistent with the local Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP).
Implementation of the mitigation measures stated above will
reduce potential impacts from on-site stationary sources to less
than significant levels.
C. IMPACTS ANALYZED IN THE FEIR, SEIR AND ADDENDUM AND DETERMINED TO
BE SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE.
With the implementation of all available and feasible mitigation measures recommended in the EIR, the
following adverse impacls of the project stated below are considered to be significant and unavoidable, both
individually and cumulatively, based upon information in the SEIRand addendum, in the record, and based
upon testimony provided during the public hearings on this project. These impa:ts are considered
significant and unavoidable despite the mitigation measures which are imposed and which will reduce
impacts to the e~:tent feasible.
1. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
a. Key Intersections are forecast to exceed LOS standards at one or more peak hours
Significant Unavoidable Impact: The following intersections are forecast to exceed the City of
Rancho Cucamonga minimum standard of LOS D or meet
warrants for installation of traffic signals under 2003
background plus project conditions during the one or both peak
hours:
· Rochester Avenue/Banyan Street
Etiwanda Avenue/Victoria Street.
Finding: Issues associated with the proposed Project's impact on traffic and circulation systems
are discussed in Section 4.1 of the SEIR. Implementation of the mitigation measures
stated below cannot be ensured since future development projects will be required to
make "fair share" contributions towards needed improvements, but that will not
guarantee that adequate funding will be available to construct the improvements at the
time development occurs. Based on this conclusion, development of the proposed
project will create a significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the
project benefits as set forth in the statement &overriding considerations.
4.1.2 Prior to issuance of building permits for any dwelling unit within each devel-
opment phase of the project, the applicant shall pay its fair share cost in accordance with
Table 4. I.G (Table 6-4 of the TL4 for the Revised University Project, included as
Appendix B of the SEIR) for installing signals at the following intersection:
Rochester Avenue/Banyan Street
Etiwanda Avenue/Victoria Street
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: The project peak hour trip assignments were added to
the year 2003 traffic base. Intersection level of service analysis was
conducted for the year 2003 with project peak hour condition at key
study area intersections, based on existing intersection
configurations with the SR-30 Freeway improvements. In addition,
improvements to roadways and intersections within the project site
which would be required to provide adequate access and maintain
satisfactory levels of service are included. The Etiwanda Avenue/
Victoria Street intersection is forecast to operate at LOS E during
the a.m. peak hour with year 2003 plus project traffic volumes.
Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, a
significant and unavoidable impact
b. Key Intersections are forecast to exceed LOS Standards
Significant Unavoidable Impact: The following intersections are forecast to exceed the City of
Rancho Cucamonga minimum standard of LOS D:
Day Creek Boulevard/Highland Avenue
Etiwanda Avenue/Summit Avenue
Etiwanda Avenue/Highland Avenue
Findings: Issues associated with the proposed Project's impact on traffic and circulation systems
arc discussed in Section 4.1 of the SEIR. Implementation of the stated mitigation
measures cannot be ensured since future development projects will be required to make
"fair share" contributions towards needed improvements, but that will not guarantee that
adequate funding will be available to construct the improvements at the time
development occurs. Based on this conclusion, development of the proposed project will
create a significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the project
benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
4.1.3 Prior to issuance of building permits for any dwelling unit within each devel-
opment phase of the project as stipulated in the project's conditions of approval, the
applicant shah pay pro-rated costs as shown in Table 4.1. G (Table 6-4 of the TI,4 for the
Revised University Project, included as Appendix B of the SEIR) for the following
intersection improvements:
Day Creek Boulevard/Highland A venue - .4ddition ora second southbound left turn
lane, a second eastbound left turn lane, a second eastbound through lane, and a
second westbound through lane.
Etiwanda /lvenue/Summit.dvenue - Signalization of the intersection.
Etiwanda.~venue/Highland.4venue -.4ddition ora westbound right turn lane.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: The project trip assignment was added to the future year
2015 traffic base. The 2015 plus project daily, a.m. and p.m.
peak hour traffic volumes are illustrated in the SEIR. The
project scenario level of service analysis is based on the future
year 2015 circulation network improvements discussed
previously. With the addition of the project a.m. and p.m. peak
hour traffic volume to the future year 2015 traffic base, four
intersections will operate below local LOS threshold standards
It should be noted that the intersection of Etiwanda
Avenue/Victoria Street will operate at LOS E with the current
stop control. However, as noted in the discussion of year 2003
plus project impacts, this intersection will require signalization
by 2003 to maintain satisfactory levels of service. With
signalization, this location would continue to operate with
satisfactory levels of service under 2015 plus project conditions.
Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures,
a significant and unavoidable impact remains.
C. Required Intersection Improvements
Significant Unavoidable Impact: The following intersections will require additional lane
improvements to maintain satisfactory operations:
· Milliken Avenue/Highland Avenue
Day Creek Boulevard/Base Line Road
Finding: Issues associated with thc proposed project's impact on traffic and circulation systems
are discussed in Section 4.1 of the SEIR. Implementation of the stated mitigation
measures cannot be ensured since future development projects will be required to make
"fair share" contributions towards needed improvements, but that will not guarantee that
adequate funding will be available to construct the improvements at be time
development occurs. Based on this conclusion, development of the proposed project will
create a significant and unavoidable impact.' This impact is overridden by the project
benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
4.1.4 Prior to issuance of building permits for any dwelling unit within each
development phase of the project as stipulated in the project's conditions of
approval, the applicant shah pay pro-rated costs as shown in Table 4.1.G (Table
6-4 of the TIA for the Revised University Project, included as Appendix B of the
SE1R) for the following intersection and roadway improvements:
Milliken Avenue/Highland Avenue - Addition of a second northbound left
turn lane.
· Day Creek Boulevard/Base Line Road - Addition of a second eastbound
left turn lane.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: While the level of service analysis indicates that these
locations will operate with satisfactory levels of service,
examination of the forecast volumes for the northbound left turn
at Milliken Avenue/Highland Avenue and the eastbound left turn
at Day Creek Boulevard/Base Line Road warrant additional left
turn lanes to accommodate forecast demand. Despite
implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, a
significant and unavoidable impact remains.
d. Signalization of Key Intersection
Significant Unavoidable ImPact: The intersection of East Avenue/Summit Avenue will require
installation of a traffic signals under 2015 background plus
project conditions.
Finding: Issues associated with the proposed project's impact on traffic and circulation systems
are discussed in Section 4.1 of the SEIR. Implementation of the mitigation measures
stated below cannot be ensured since future development projects will be required to
make "fair share" contributions towards needed improvements, but that will not
guarantee that adequate funding will be available to construct the improvements at the
time development occurs. Based on this conclusion, development of the proposed
project will create a significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the
project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
4.1.5 Prior to issuance of building permits for any dwelling unit within each
development phase of the project as stipulated in the project's conditions of approval, the
applicant shall pay its fair share cost in accordance with Table 4.1.G (Table 6-4 of the
TI~t for the Revised University Project, included as ,,tppendix B of this supplemental E1R)
for installing a signal at the intersection o fEast ,4venue/Summit ,,1venue.
.Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: The project proponent is required to pay its fair share
contribution for installing a signal at the intersection of East
Avenue/Summit Avenue. Despite implementation of the above
stated mitigation measures, a significant and unavoidable impact
remains.
e. Freeway Segments Levels of Service
Significant Unavoidable Impact: The proposed project will contribute to deficiencies along the
following freeway sections:
SR-30 Eastbound - Euclid Avenue to 1-15 and Cherry
Avenue to Beech Avenue
SR-30 Westbound - Beech Avenue to Cherry Avenue and
I-15 to Euclid Avenue
I-15 Northbound - I-10 Freeway to SR-30 Freeway
1-15 Southbound - SR-30 Freeway to 1-10 Freeway.
Finding: Issues associated with the proposed Project's impact on traffic and circulation systems
are discussed in Section 4.1 of the SEIR. There is no mechanism for individual projects
to contribute financially to freeway mainline improvements. No mitigationis proposed
that is feasible, therefore the impact to freeway mainline improvements remains
significant and unavoidable. Development of the proposed project will create a
significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as
set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
Facts and analysis in Support of the Finding: The forecast year 2015 freeway mainline analysis
summary tables are contained in the T1A for the Revised
University Project (Appendix B, Tables 5-10 and 5-11 of the
SEIR). Within the project study area, 11 freeway segments are
forecast to operate at LOS F during the a.m. and/or p.m. peak
hour, without or with the project.
The project would not be responsible for the degradation of
freeway segments to LOS F; however, the project would
contribute additional traffic to the forecasted impacted segments
on SR-30 and 1-15. Funds have not been made available for
freeway improvements along these sections of SR-30 and 1-15.
Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures,
a significant and unavoidable impact remains.
2. AIR QUALITY
a. Impacts from Construction and Grading
Significant Unavoidablelmpact: Peak grading and construction emissions would exceed the
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
thresholds for the criteria pollutant of NOx and PM i0, which is
100 and 150 pounds per day respectively.
Finding: Air quality issues for project grading and construction are discussed in detail in Section
4.2 of the SEIR. The 1991 Final EIR found the University/Crest PD to be consistent with
the 1989 AQMD update and to have no project related impacts, which would not be
mitigated to below a level of significance. However, the SEIR identifies that
implementation of the mitigation measures stated below and identified in the Addendum
to the 1991 Final EIR would not reduce the criteria pollutant emissions for NOx and
PMI0 associated with construction of the proposed Project to a less than significant
level under current standards. Despite implementation of the stated mitigation measures
significant and unavoidable impacts remain. This impact is overridden by the Project
benefits as'set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
The following mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR, as revised, are still applicable and will
mitigate these impacts to below a level of significance.
61. As a requirement of the County Development Code. Sections 810.0305 through
810-0360, the applicant shall obtain a permit from the County Agricultural
Commissioner for the purpose of controlling wind borne soil erosion.
1. During clearing, grading, earth moving or excavation:
a. Control fugitive dust by regular watering, paving construction
roads, or other dust preventive measures as defined in District
Rule 403.
b. Maintain equipment engines in proper tune.
2. After clearing, grading, earth moving or excavation:
a. Spread soil binders.
b. Wet the area down, sufficient enough to form a crust on the
surface with repeated soakings, as necessary, to maintain the
crust and prevent dust pick up by the wind.
c. Sweep streets should silt be carried over the adjacent public
thoroughfares.
3. During construction:
a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems to keep all areas where
vehicles move damp enough to prevent dust raised when leaving
the site.
b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is completed
for the day.
c. Use low sulfur fuel (0.05 percent by weight) for construction
equipment.
4. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts.
4b. The dust control measures shall be required for both the grading period and for
long-term control of dust once grading has been completed and prior to building
construction.
4c. Grading shah be restricted during high velocity sustained wind conditions
exceeding 25 mph in accordance with the requirements established by the Inland
Empire Conservation District.
4d. Soil binders and stabilizers which are non-hazardous shah be used
Facts in Support of theFinding: Grading and construction activities would cause combustion
emissions from utility engines, heavy-duty construction vehicles,
haul trucks, and vehicles transporting the construction crew.
Exhaust emissions during grading and constraction activities
envisioned on site would vary daily as construction activity
levels change. It is anticipated that peak grading days would
generate larger amounts of air pollutants than during peak
construction building erection days. The project will be required
by law to comply with regional rules, which would assist in
reducing the short-term air pollutant emissions. Implementation
of these dust suppression techniques as required by the
SCAQMD can reduce the fugitive dust generation (and thus the
PM10 component) by 50 to 75 percent.
Building erection or construction would have different types of
equipment being used on the project site. Similarities do exist in
terms of equipment exhaust emissions and fugitive dust
emissions. However, it is anticipated that emissions during
building erection phase would be below peak grading day
emissions. Therefore, mitigation implemented for the peak
grading day emissions would be adequate to reduce emissions
during the building erection phase.
Emissions associated with architectural coating can be reduced
by using precoated/natural colored building materials, water-
based or Iow-VOC coating, and using coating transfer or spray
equipment with high transfer efficiency. Compliance with the
SCAQMD Rules and Regulations for architectural coatings
would reduce this potential impact to less than significant.
Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures,
a significant and unavoidable air quality impact remains.
b. Increased Vehicle Emissions
Significant Unavoidable Impact: Vehicular trips associated with the proposed Project would
produce emissions that would exceed the SCAQMD daily
thresholds for the criteria pollutant of CO, ROC, and NOx.
Finding: Issues associated with the proposed Project's impact on air quality are discussed in
Section 4.2 of the SEIR. Implementation of the mitigation measures identified in the
Addendum to the 1991 Final EIR would not reduce the criteria pollutant emissions for
CO, ROC, and NOx associated with vehicle emissions of the Revised University Project
to a less than significant level. This air quality impact would remain significant and
unavoidable after mitigation. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set
forth in the statement of overriding considerations
The following measure from the 1991 Final EIR is still applicable, but will not mitigate these impacts to
below a level of significance.
39. Transit improvements, such as bus shelters, bike and storage facilities, benches
and bus pockets in the streets, if recommended and approved by the County
Transportation Department and the local transit authority, shah be included in
the project design and shown on the final Development Plan. Bus turnouts and
shelters shall be included in the commercial and public use areas, where
feasible.
Facts in Support of the Finding: Although emissions of these criteria pollutants would be I 1
percent less than those associated with the original development
plan analyzed in 1991, mobile source emissions associated with
the Project would exceed daily thresholds established by
SCAQMD (550 ppd CO, 75 ppd ROC, and 100 ppd NOx), and
is an impact which remains significant and unavoidable.
c. Cumulative Impacts
Significant Unavoidable Impact: Cumulative short-term air quality impacts from
grading/construction and long-term impacts from increased
vehicle emissions.
Finding: Cumulative impacts to air quality are discussed in Section 4.2 of the SEIR. The 1991
Final EIR determined that the site is located within a non-attainment, that is, ambient air .
quality exceeds EPA standards for the air basin. The proposed project will result in a
locally and regionally significant unavoidable impact to air quality. These impacts are
overridden by the project benefits set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
Facts in Support of the Finding: As discussed in the 1991 air quality analysis, the project would
contribute less than 0.03 percent of criteria pollutants to the
entire South Coast Air Basin projected for the year 2000.
Although this appears to be insignificant for the regional air
quality, grading and construction emissions for NOx and P10, as
well as operational emissions for CO, ROC, and NOx would
exceed the daily thresholds established by the SCAQMD, and
would contribute cumulatively to local and regional air quality
degradation which is significant and unavoidable.
3. BIOLOGICAL AND OPEN SPACE RESOURCES
a. Loss of Alluvial Sage Scrub
Significant Unavoidable Impact: Project implementation would result in the loss of mature and
intermediate alluvial fan sage scrub. The loss of the alluvial fan
sage scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of
this regionally limited resource.
Finding: Impacts to Biological and Open Space resources are discussed in Section 4.3 of the
SElR. The 1991 Final EIR determined that cumulative impacts to biological resources,
specifically, the loss of natural alluvial sage scrub habitat, would remain significant.
Based on the whole record, project development, which will result in the loss of
intermediate alluvial fan scrub is a significant and unavoidable impact. The loss of this
resource within the proposed project site will still contribute to a significant adverse
unavoidable cumulative impact within the region. The cumulative loss of open space
will remain significant and unavoidable. These impacts are overridden by the project
benefits set forth in the statement of overriding considerations.
1. Any sycamores and oaks removed for the project shall be replaced either on site or
in the mitigation site in a sufficient ratio to guarantee replacement. 21 tree removal
and replacement plan for native trees or plants shall be required prior to issuance
of grading permits. In addition, the removal of any vegetation within 200feet of the
bank of a stream or indicated as a protected riparian area on a community or
specific plan shall be subject to a tree removal permit.
4. All graded and disturbed surfaces remaining outside developed areas following
construction shall be revegetated as soon as feasible. Landscape design and plant
selection in areas directly adjacent to open space shall conform to the composition
of surrounding vegetation. The use of native trees and sbrub species shall closely
match those already present in the allawial fan scrub on-site.
7. The potentially adverse effects of night lighting on surrounding open space areas
shall be mitigated by implementing one of the following alternatives:
· low intensity street lamps at the development edge
low elevation lighting poles
· shielding by internal silvering of the globe or external opaque reflectors.
The degree to which these measures are utilized should be dependent upon the distance
of the light source from the urban edge.
4. 3.1.4. The long-term preservation of a one-half interest of the 172-acre parcel is the
principal mitigation included in the proposed project. This off-site property has
been acquired jointly by U.C.P. Inc. and the new owners of the Crest properties.
Eighty-six acres along with funding to maintain the open space area shall be
offered as mitigation for project impacts related to the loss of open space.
4.3. lB. Deed restrictions to future development shall be placed the 172-acre parcel in
order to ensure that it retained as natural open space.
4.3.1C. Until such time as biological habitat studies determine otherwise, the northerly
30 acres of the former SCE easement are presumed to be potential habitat for
species protected by the California and federal endangered species act, and no
development of that area may be permitted.
Facts in Support oftheFinding: The biological habitat impacts of development within the
southerly portion of the University/Crest PD, encompassing the
University and Crest properties is unchanged from the existing,
certified 1991 Final EIR. The addition of the SCE easements to
the Project represents a loss of an additional 64 acres of this
plant community. The principal impact of the Project is the
conversion of land from undeveloped open space to mixed
residential, commercial, and community uses. Riversidian
alluvial fan scrub habitat is designated by California Natural
Diversity Data Base (CNDDB) as a plant community requiring a
high priority status for preservation. The conversion of alluvial
fan scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of
this regionally limited resource. Despite implementation of the
above stated mitigation measures, project development will
result in significant and unavoidable impacts to biological and
open space resources.
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b. Cumulative Impacts
Significant Unavoidable Impact: The cumulative loss of intermediate alluvial fan scrub and open
space.
Finding: The cumulative impact to biological and opens space resources is discussed in Section
4.3 of the SEIR. The 1991 Final EIR determined that the cumulative impacts to
biological resources, specifically, the loss of natural alluvial sage scrub habitat, would
remain significant. The proposed Project will result in a significant and unavoidable
impact to these resources. These impacts are overridden by the project benefits set forth
in the statement of overriding considerations.
Facts in Support ofthe Finding: The 1991 Final EIR concluded that the conversion of
Riversidian alluvial fan scrub community to urban uses would
add to the cumulative loss of this regionally significant resource.
The cumulative loss of such habitat was considered an
unavoidable, significant impact. Implementation of the
mitigation measures identified in the 1991 Final EIR was
determined to reduce all remaining biotic impacts to a less than
significant level. In the time since the certification of the 1991
Final EIR for the University/Crest PD, the county has
established the North Etiwanda Open Space Habitat Preservation
Program (NEOSHPP) area. The University Project is within the
NEOSHPP area. The NEOSHPP was adopted by the County to
aid in the future preservation of open space and sensitive
biological habitat in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.
Potential mitigation for cumulative impacts includes
participation in a regional mitigation plan (i.e., the San
Bernardino Valley Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan).
However, the participation in the plan as a mitigation measure is
speculative at this time as no such plan is yet in place and the
San Bernardino plan is only in its early formative stages.
Therefore this cumulative impact remains significant and
unavoidable.
V. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES
Three project alternatives are discussed in Chapter 6 of the SEIR and the potential significance for all of the
alternatives are analyzed in Section 6 of the Dra~ SEIR. The Board has considered these alternatives for the
development of th6 Revised University Project and makes the f~llowing findings.
Previously Approved Project Alternative
This alternative includes the implementation of the previously approved University/Crest PD. The
previously proposed project consists of approximately 1,100 acres in the West Foothills Planning Area in
unincorporated San Bernardino County. The property is comprised of parcels under different ownership
and is divided into two discrete elements. The larger of these encompasses 675 acres in Day Canyon,
north of the City of Rancho Cucamonga (City), and extends approximately 2 miles into the San
Bernardino National Forest. This element had been proposed to be set aside for open space preservation.
The southern element of the previously proposed project is located adjacent to the northern limits of the
City and is completely within the City's sphere of influence.
Planned development within the southern element consists of 1,238 single-family residential units on
377.79 acres. The addition of commercial areas (12.66 acres), a school site (4.66 acres), parkland (7.30
acres), and necessary acreage (31.25) required for landscaping and drainage brought the total acreage in
this southern element to 433.66 acres.
The 675-acre northern element which was owned by Etiwanda Highland Properties in 1991, was required
as a condition of approval for the 1991 project to be dedicated through an easement to the County of San
Bernardino for open space, recreational, scenic purposes. In the time since approval of the
University/Crest PD, this property has been sold to individuals not associated with the University/Crest
PD project. Eventually, the 675 acres was acquired by MWD and has since been committed to
permanent open space as environmental mitigation for its Inland Feeder Project.
Under this alternative, significant cumulative impacts to biological resources, especially the loss of natural
alluvial sage scrnb would remain after mitigation. The implementation of the previously approved project
would result in the loss of approximately 425 acres of natural alluvial plant and animal communities.
The previously approved project would generate a total of 26,980 average daily trips (ADT) and 2,530
trips at the PM peak hour. This is approximately 14.0 percent of the traffic expected with development of
the entire traffic study area. Project related impacts can be fully mitigated by the implementation of the
improvements identified in the 1991 Final EIR. Cumulative development anticipated in the vicinity of
the proposed pro. iect as previously approved, would result in unacceptable levels of service (LOS) at two
future intersections. The implementation of regional mitigation measures will reduce this potential
cumulative impact to a level of less than significant.
Implementation of the University/Crest PD would result in increased stationary and mobile source
emissions in the air basin. The project emissions would be expected to be 0.03 percent of the total air
basin emissions forecast for the year 2000. Although the previously approved project is consistent with
AQMD, cumulative impacts would be significant. Impacts associated with noise, cultural resources, and
sewer facilities would be adequately mitigated with the implementation of the measures stated in the 1991
Final EIR.
Finding: The Previously Approved Project Alternative was rejected as an alternative to the Project
because the removal of the area set aside for open space purposes alters the status of the
University/Crest PD approval. Compliance with the conditions of approval is now
impossible; therefore, implementation of the previously approved University/Crest PD as an
alternative to the proposed project is not possible.
Project With SCE Easement Used To Increase Park And Open Space Alternative
The Project as proposed contains 8.0 acres for an elementary school and 10.00 acres of parkland. Under
this alternative the amount of acreage for parks would increase by 2.38 acres for a total of 12.23 acres by
adding additional park area long Day Creek Boulevard. This alternative would also increase the school
site from 8.0 acres to 10 acres and reduce the single-family units by 85. The overall residential density
would increase from 3.09 to 3.11 dwelling units per acre. This alternative would also provide for 30.07
acres of on-site open space as the northern portion of the SCE easement would never be developed, and
one-half interest in a 172-acre off-site parcel for open space.
This alternative would generate approximately 17,458 daily trips. While the Revised University Project
would generate 18,289 daily trips. Thus, this alternative would generate 831 less daily trips than the
proposed project. The proposed project would be required to mitigate project traffic impacts by the
installation of roadway improvements such as street widening, traffic signals, and stop signs. Cumulative
traffic impacts would be mitigated by fair share costs to provide future roadway improvements. This
alternative would be required to provide the same mitigation because the reduction in trip generation is
not substantially less than that generated by the proposed Project. Therefore, impacts to traffic from this
alternative are substantially the same.
With implementation of the proposed Project, emissions of the three criteria pollutants (NOx, ROC and
CO) by mobile sources associated with the modified development on the University property would
remain greater than the daily thresholds established by the SCAQMD. Emissions of these criteria
pollutants would be 11 percent less than those associated with the original development plan analyzed in
1991. This alternative would reduce the number of daily trips by 0.88 percent and therefore, reduce the
amount of pollutants from mobile sources by about 0.88 percent. The reduction in emissions would be
minimal and the impact to air quality from development of this alternative would remain significant.
Under this alternative, the northern portion of the SCE Easement would remain as open space. In the
1991 Finale EIR, the quality of habitat in the SCE Easement was found to be degraded, and would not be
quality habitat for wildlife, nor would it serve as a wildlife corridor because of urban development, which
surrounds the Easement. Under this alternative, impacts to biological resources would remain significant
although they would slightly diminished.
Finding: The Project With SCE Easement Used To Increase Park And Open Space Alternative
was rejected because the significant unavoidable impacts of the proposed project on the
cumulative impacts to traffic, air quality and biological resources would not be avoided
nor substantially lessened with development of this alternative.
Project With SCE Easement Converted To Open Space Alternative
This alternative would propose leaving the 64-acre SCE easement in permanent open space. In leaving
the SCE easement in permanent open space the amount of acreage for residential, commercial, and
parkland would be reduced. This alternative would reduce the proposed Project's residential units by 144
units and residential area by 48.10 acres, for a total of 541 units (685 residential units are proposed in the
Revised University Project on 433.43 acres). A total of 14.95 acres of commercial land is proposed with
the Project, but this alternative would reduce the commercial land to 4.4 acres. Park acreage would be
reduced from 10.00 acres with the proposed Project to 4.64 acres with this alternative. This alternative
would also provide one-half interest in a 172-acre off-site parcel for open space.
This alternative would retain the elementary school acreage at 8.0 acres and not increase the elementary
school acreage to a minimum of l0 acres that has been requested by the State Department of Education
and the Etiwanda School District.
This alternative would have fewer impacts on schools, traffic generation, air quality, and open space than
the proposed Project. Impacts to biological resources would remain similar to those of the proposed
Project due to the degraded nature of the SCE easement and its Iow quality as habitat for wildlife.
Impacts to parks would increase, but still remain less than significant, with a reduction in acreage allotted
to active park space.
Potential mitigation for cumulative impacts includes participation in a regional mitigation plan (i.e., the
San Bemardino Valley Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP)). However, the participation
in the plan as a mitigation measure is speculative at this time as no such plan is yet in place and the
MSHCP is only in its early formative stages. The proposed Project is providing one-half interest in a 172
acre off site parcel for open space, which is located within the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat
Preservation Program (NEOSHPP) area. This alternative would have similar impacts as the proposed
project on biological resources because the majority of the 250.67-acre site would be developed with the
exception of 26.8 acres within the SCE easement.
This alternative would generate approximately 10,226 daily trips while the Revised University Project
would generate 18,289 daily trips. Thus, this alternative would generate 8,063 less daily trips than the
proposed project. The proposed Project would be required to mitigate project traffic impacts by the
installation of roadway improvements such as street widening, traffic signals, and stop signs. Cumulative
traffic impacts would be mitigated by fair share costs to provide future roadway improvements. This
alternative would be required to provide the same mitigation even through trip generation is less than the
proposed project because traffic generated under this alternative would still have a significant impact on
roadways in the project area.
With implementation of the proposed Project, emissions of the three criteria pollutants (NOx, ROC and
CO) by mobile sources would remain greater than the daily thresholds established by the SCAQMD.
However, emissions of these criteria pollutants would be 11 percent less than those associated with the
original development plan analyzed in 1991. This alternative would reduce the number of daily trips by
44 percent and, therefore, reduce the amount of pollutants from mobile sources by about 1.8 percent.
Construction emissions would also be reduced because the 64-acre site would not be graded. These
reductions in emissions would be minimal however, and the impacts to air quality would remain
significant.
The proposed project was determined to have significant unavoidable adverse impacts on biological
resources. The loss of Riversidian sage scrub within the proposed development area will still contribute
to a significant adverse unavoidable cumulative impact within the region. The cumulative loss of open
space will also not be reduced to below a level of significance with implementation of required mitigation
measures.
Potential mitigation for cumulative impacts includes participation in a regional mitigation plan (i.e., the
San Bernardino Valley Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan). However, the participation in the plan
as a mitigation tueasure is speculative at this time as no such plan is yet in place and the San Bernardino
plan is only in its early formative stages. The proposed project is providing one-half interest in a 172-
acre off- site parcel for open space. This alternative would have similar impacts as the proposed project
on biological resources because the majority of the 250.67-acre site would be developed with the
exception of 64 acres within the SCE easement.
Finding: The Project With SCE Easement Converted To Open Space Alternative would have less
impacts on schools, traffic, air quality and open space, than the proposed project.
However, this alternative does not have the benefits of the proposed project, which will
provide orderly residential and commercial development and provide additional acreage
for the school site.
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Alternative Site to the Proposed Project
An alternative site was not considered because the University/Crest Project is an approved and entitled
project. The proposed project simply modifies the existing, entitled project; therefore, relocating the
proposed project to another site is impossible. An alternative site would not accomplish the objectives of
the proposed project that is to amend the original approved plan and was, therefore, rejected from further
consideration.
VI. PROJECT BENEFITS
The benefits from the approving the Revised University Planned Development Project are related to the
establishment of a residential and commercial planned development that will provide a new, high quality
residential community within theCity. The benefits of the Project will result in a well-designed urban type
development that provides for some major backbone infrastructure that would not be made available to the
community without this Project's development. The following benefits will occur as a result of project
implementation:
1. Construction of Banyan/Summit Avenue westerly over Day Creek Channel to Rochester Avenue
will provide an east/west corridor north of future SR 30. This will allow Hanson Aggregate, located
west of Day Creek Channel, access south of Highland Avenue after the completion of SR-30.
2. Relocating planned commercial development near the future interchange of Day Creek Boulevard
and future SR-30, which will provide amenities to travelers on SR-30 and to future residents north
of SR-30 and Highland Avenue.
3. Providing continuous, compatible development by integrating the former utility easement into the
University Planned Development.
4. Providing a new site as a substitute off-site permanent conservation area to replace the prior off-
site acreage, which is now unavailable for the University/Crest PD.
5. Implementation of the Project will provide additional housing, in addition to that approved in the
University/Crest PD to meet housing demands in the City. The Project provides for a well-
developed and adequate infrastructure, and which complements existing and proposed
development in the area.
6. Implementation of the Project will result in new soumes of income to the area through new
property taxes, and through the creation of new jobs, both short-term construction and long-term
commercial and retail jobs.
7. The commercial component of the Project provides new job opportunities and provides shopping
amenities closer to the housing components to reduce some of the vehicular trips of residents.
8. The joint use of the park and school site will benefit both the community and the school district.
9. The extension of Banyan Avenue, west of Day Creek Boulevard to Rochester Avenue will
provide a vital link in the City's circulation plan.
VII. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS
The City of Rancho Cucamonga adopts this Statement of Overriding Considerations with respect to the
significant unaw~idable impacts identified in the FEI1L SEIR and Addendum, specifically (1) traffic and
circulation related to (a) off.site Development Plan roadway impacts, (b) levels of service along freeway
segments on 1-10 and 1-15 in the peak direction, and (2) air quality related to (a) temporary increases in
PMI0, NOx emissions from construction, (b) increased local and regional air pollutant emissions from
future development, (c) contribution to increased CO concentrations at one intersection and (3) biological
resources (a) cumulative impacts of alluvial fan sage scrub and loss of open space of the project when
combined with other projects in the vicinity.
This section of findings specifically addresses the requirements of Section 15093 of the CEQA Guidelines,
which require the lead agency to balance the benefits of a proposed project against its unavoidable
significant impacts and to determine whether the impactsare acceptably overridden by the project benefits.
The City finds that the previously stated major project benefits, see Section V and VI above, of the
University Project, outweigh the unavoidable significant adverse environmental impacts noted above. Each
of the separate benefits of the proposed development to be governed by the planned development cited in
Section V above, is hereby determined to be, in itself and independent of the other project benefits, a basis
for overriding all unavoidable environmental inpacts identified in the Final EIR, SEIR, and addendum and
in these findings.
The City's findings set forth in the preceding sections have identified all of the adverse environmental
impacts and the feasible mitigation measures which can reduce impacts t~ less than significant levels where
feasible, or to the lowest feasible levels where significant impacts remain. The findings have also analyzed
three alternatives to determine whether there are reasonable or feasible alternatives to the proposed action or
whether they might reduce or eliminate the significant adverse impacts of the proposed Project. The EIR
presents evidence that implementing the development pursuant to the University Planned Development
Project will cause significant adverse impacts, which cannot be substantially mitigated to nonsignificant
levels. These significant impacts have been outlined above and the City makes the following finding:
Finding: ltaving considered the unavoidable adverse impacts of the University Planned
Development to construct the planned development, the City hereby determines that all
li~asible mitigation has been adopted to reduce or avoid the potentially significant impacts
identified in the ·Final EIR, SEIR and addendum, and that no additional feasible mitigation
is available to further reduce significant impacts. Further, the City finds that economic,
social, and other considerations of the University Planned Development outweigh the
unavoidable adverse impacts described above. The reasons for accepting these remaining
· unmitigated impacts are described below. In making this finding, the City has balanced the
benefits of the proposed Project against its unavoidable environmental impacts and has
indicated its willingness to accept those risks.
Furthermore, the City has considered the alternatives to the project, and makes the following finding:
Finding: .Feasible alternatives to the proposed Project which are capable of reducing identified
impacts have been considered and rejected because the alternatives offer a reduced level of
benefit when compared to the Project.
The City further finds that the Project's benefits are substantial and override each unavoidable impact of the
project, as follows:
1) Findings Regarding Traffic and Circulation Impacts
Offsite traffic circulation impacts resulting from Project-related traffic are significant,
despite numerous modifications to the circulation system of the University Development
Plan, and despite offsite traffic improvements to be constructed by the project applicant and
the project's contribution to fair share expenses of other off-site improvements.
Implementation of the identified traffic mitigation measures cannot be ensured since future
development projects will be required to make "fair share" contribution toward needed
improvements, but that will not guarantee that adequate funding will be available to
construct the improvements at the time development occurs. The proposed Project's
impacts to freeway segments remain significant and unavoidable because there is no
mechanism for individual projects to contribute financially to freeway mainline
improvements.
Operating levels at three intersections, as specifically analyzed in Chapter 4.4 of the EIR
and in the Traffic Impact Analysis, cannot be mitigated- Day Creek Boulevard at
Highland Avenue, Etiwanda Avenue at Summit Avenue, Etiwanda Avenue at Highland
Avenue. Operating levels at Milliken Avenue and Highland Avenue and Day Creek
Boulevard and Base Line Avenue will require additional land improvements to maintain
satisfactory operations. The applicant will provide funds on a fair-share basis for
improvements to the roadway intersections; however, the City cannot ensure that adequate
funding will be available to construct the improvements at the time development occurs.
Since additional mitigation measures are technically and economically infeasible, this
impact is overridden by the new housing and jobs provided by the Project.
The proposed Project will also contribute to deficiencies along the following freeway
sections; SR-30 Eastbound - Euclid Avenue to 1-15 and Cherry Avenue to Beech Avenue;
SR-30 Westbound - Beech Avenue to Cherry Avenue and 1-15 to Euclid Avenue; 1-15
Northbound - I-10 Freeway to SR-30 Freeway; and 1-15 Southbound - SR-30 Freeway to
1-10 Freeway. Widening of the freeways to improve levels of service is not feasible
mitigation, and there is no mechanism for a private project to contribute a pro rata fair
share, which could likely be economically infeasible. Since additional mitigation
measures are technically and economically infeasible, this impact is overridden by the new
housing and jobs provided by the Project.
2) Findings Regarding Air Quality Impacts
Construction activities occurring in the Project area, including mass grading, will result in
short-term increases in air emissions that exceed applicable thresholds of the SCAQMD,
despite the imposition of mitigation measures. Short-term increases in air emissions from
construction can be mitigated but are not entirely avoidable, as construction activities
within this region will continue to provide necessary and vital housing. This impact is
overridden by the new housing and jobs provided by the Project.
The impacts from the Project on air quality will increase local and regional pollutants
despite the imposition of several mitigation measures and implementation of Best
Available Control Technology. Increases in local and regional pollutants are not entirely
avoidable, as development activities within this region will continue to provide necessary
.and vital housing. This impact is also overridden by the new housing and jobs provided by
the Project.
The project related traffic may contribute to increased CO concentrations at one
intersection which already exceeds the State's threshold of significance. The EIR
identified no feasible mitigation to control traffic flow at the impacted intersection, and it
remains a significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the new
housing and jobs provided by the Project.
3) Findings Regarding Cumulative Impacts
The project will contribute to cumulative air quality impacts including shor~term impacts to
air quality during construction or other major projects in the area and on a long term basis as
a source of vehicle emission from the Project and other projects in the region contributing to
an increase in pollutants. Since the South Coast Air Basin is a nonattainment area for
federal air quality standards, cumulative increases are considered significant and
unavoidable. This impact is overridden by the new housing and jobs provided by the
project.
The Project will also contribute to the cumulative loss of mature and intermediate alluvial
sage scrub on a regional basis. The conversion of alluvial fan sage scrub represents a
significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally significant limited resource. The
loss of open space will also contribute to the cumulative loss of open space in the Rancho
Cucamonga area. These impacts are overridden by the Project benefits. While the prior
proposed off-site conservation area was substantially larger, 675-acres, no permanent
funding was provided under the prior approval, and that land is now set aside as
permanent conservation for a project built by the Metropolitan Water District. The
undivided one-half interest in the 172-acre amenity site and the dedication of now
proposed as a part of the Revised University Planned Development project provides for
permanent conservation of land located within the North Etiwanda Open Space and
Habitat Preservation Program (NEOSHPP) area, consisting of a portion of alluvial fan
draining into San Sevaine Canyon. This amenity site has the potential for endangered
species or species of special concern, and if protected from encroachment, Riversidean
sage scrub can be re-established to support a diverse habitat. The channelization of Day
Creek, near the project site, diminishes the biological value of the project site, which is no
longer subject to flooding and natural regeneration. The long-term commitment to
provide funding for the amenity site represents a positive action towards preservation and
conservation of regional open space.
As the CEQA Responsible Agency for the EIR and SEIR and Lead Agency for the
addendum to the DSEIR and development agreement, the City has reviewed the project
description and the SEIR and fully understands the Project proposed by U.C.D. Inc. for
its development in accordance with The Revised University Development Plan. Further,
the City finds that all potential adverse environmental impacts and all feasible mitigation
measures to reduce these impacts have been identified in the SEIR and addendum, the
Final EIR and public testimony. These impacts and mitigation measures are discussed in
Section VI above. The City also finds that a reasonable range of alternatives was
considered in the SEIR and this document, Section VI above, and that no feasible
alternatives which substantially lessen project impacts are available for adoption.
The City has identified economic and social benefits and inportant public policy objectives,
Section V above, which will result from implementing the proposed project. The City has
balanced these substantial social and economic benefits against the unavoidable significant
adverse effects of the proposed project. Given the substantial social and economic benefits
that will accrue to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and the region, from developing under
Revised University Development Plan, the City finds that the benefits identified herein
override the unavoidable environmental effects.
California Public Resources Code 21002 provides: "In the event specific economic, social,
and other conditions make infeasible such project alternatives or such mitigation measures,
individual projects can be approved in spite of one or more significant effects thereof."
Section 21002.1(c) provides: "tn the event that economic, social, or other conditions make
it infeasible to mitigate one or more significant effects of a project on the environment, the
project may nonetheless be approved or carried out at the discretion of a public agency...."
Finally, California Administrative Code, Title 14, 15093(a) states: "lf the benefits of a
proposed project outweigh the unavoidable adverse environmental effects, the adverse
environmental effects may be considered 'acceptable.'"
VlII. ADOPTION OF A MONITORING/REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE CEQA
1VIITIGATION 1VIEASURES
Section 21081.6 of the Public Resoumes Code requires the City adopt a monitoring or reporting program
regarding the changes in the project and mitigation measures imposed to lessen or avoid significant effects
on the environment. The Mitigation Monitoring and Compliance Program, included as Chapter 5 in the
Final SEIR, (MMCP) is adopted because it fulfills the CEQA mitigation monitoringrequirements:
a) The MMCP is designed to ensure compliance with the changes in the project and mitigation
measures imposed on the project during project implementation; and
b) Measures to mitigate or avoid significant effects on the environment are fully enforceable through
permit conditions, agreements or other measures.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING ADOPTION OF
A CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE EIR AND SEIR
CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, AS AUGMENTED
BY AN ADDENDUM PREPARED BY THE CITY, AND ADOPTION OF AN
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA TO
ENTER INTO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 00-02, FOR A
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT CONSISTING OF A MAXIMUM OF
685 RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND UP TO TWO COMMERCIAL CENTERS IN
THE LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER
ACRE), GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE
BETWEEN DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND HANLEY AVENUE, AS PROVIDED
FOR IN SECTION 65864 OF THE CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE, FOR
REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF -TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 14493 THROUGH 14498,
14522, 14523, 15838, AND 15902.
A. Recitals.
1. U.C.P., Inc. has filed an application for Development Agreement 00-02, as described in
the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Agreement is
referred to as "the application."
2. On October 26, 1999, the County Board of Supervisors reviewed and approved a
residential development project consisting of 685 residential lots and two commercial centers.
3. On October 26, 1999, ~n Environmental Impact Report was prepared for the project and
was certified by the County Board of Supervisors
4. On November 29, 1999, the City of Rancho Cucamonga filed a lawsuit on the adequacy
of the EIR and SEIR for the Project.
5. In June 2000, the City of Rancho Cucamonga, County of San Bemardino, and U.C.P. Inc.
reached a settlement agreement. As part of the settlement agreement, the developer is required to
enter into a development agreement with the City, and the City is required to f~le an annexation
application to the Local Agency Formation Commission for the annexation of the project area into the
City of Rancho Cucamonga.
6. On July 12, and continued to July 26 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing and recommended to
City Council the adoption of Development Agreement 00-02.
7. The subject prope~J of the Development Agreement is legally described herein.
8. A true and correct copy of the proposed Development Agreement is attached as
Exhibit "A" to the attached draft Ordinance.
9. The Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the associated Environmental
Assessment prepared for said project.
10. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
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B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. This Commission hereby specifically finds that the Development Agreement and each
and every term and provision contained herein conform to the General Plan of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
3. This Commission hereby recommends approval of the Development Agreement attached
as Exhibit "A" of the attached draft Ordinance and draft City Council Resolution affirming the EIR
and SEIR as certified by the County of San Bemardino and as augmented by an addendum
prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga attached as Exhibit "B."
4. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Lan~ T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted bythe
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA AFFIRMING THE EIR AND SEIR AS
CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND AS
AUGMENTED BY AN ADDENDUM PREPARED BY THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA AS LEGALLY SUFFICIENT FOR THE
UNIVERSITY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT.
A. Redtals.
1. The Board of Supervisors of the Count of San Bernardino (Board) previously
certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the University Development Project in 1991
(SCH #88082915). The project was never constructed. Subsequent to the 1991 approval, a
portion of the University Development Project was purchased, and in 1998 the new owners
made application to the County for approval of the Revised University Project (Project), severing
the University portion from the Crest portion of the original University Development Project. The
Board was presented with the Project and certified a Supplemental Environmental Impact
Report (SEIR) on October 26, 1999 (SCH #98121091). In its Statement of Facts, Findings and
Statement of Overriding Considerations, dated October 26, 1999, the Board found that the SEIR
had been prepared to evaluate the potential environmental effects that would result from the
development of the proposed modifications to the Project in accordance with the requirements
of both the California Environmental Quality Act, as amended, (CEQA) and the State CEQA
Guidelines (Guidelines). No judicial determination to the contrary has been issued.
2. On November 29, 1999, the City of Rancho Cucamonga commenced a judicial
challenge to the Board's certification of the SEIR by filing an action entitled "'The City of Rancho
Cucamonga v. the County of San Bemardino and the Board of Supervisors of the County of San
Bernardino, et al" Consolidated Case No. SCVSS 62412, (the Action). The Action challenged
the adequacy of the SEIR for the Project on a number of grounds, of which the primary
cencems included inadequate traffic impacts analysis, inadequate open space analysis, and
improper application of the City's zoning standards applicable within its sphere of influence.
The City, Board, and the Project proponent have entered into a conditional settlement
agreement as regards to the Action. The primary benefits to the City arising from the settlement
agreement are (a) the Project proponent's agreement to enter into a development agreement as
regards to the Project and (b) the addition of further clarifying language into the SEIR pursuant
to an Addendum, as the same is defined in Section 15164 of the Guidelines. Through the
settlement agreement, the City and the Project proponent have addressed the City's concerns
about potential traffic impacts, and have agreed to modify certain traffic elements, primarily
design and timing of construction issues, which address the City's concerns. The City has been
advised that the Project proponent is acquiring additional off-site land for perpetual use as open
space that addresses the City's other primary concerns. Finally, of additional benefit is the
proposal that the Project be annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga, thus providing further
benefits to the City and through the settlement agreement addresses concerns about the City's
zoning standards as applied to the Project.
3. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is identified as a responsible agency regarding the
development of the Project pursuant to CEQA and the Notice of Preparation of the SEIR was
served on the City as such responsible agency. However, the City is the lead agency as
regards to the processing of the development agreement. This Resolution is intended to satisfy
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all requirements of CEQA and the Guidelines in regards to the Project as amended by the
settlement agreement and in regards to the development agreement as set forth in the related
Addendum. Upon annexation, the City will become the lead agency for all CEQA purposes as
regards the Project.
4. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have been completed as
required by law.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
as follows:
1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the
Recitals, Part "A," of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. This City Council makes the following findings in regard to the addendum
prepared for, and which augments the EIR and SEIR, for the Project as regulated by the
settlement agreement and the development agreement;
a. The City, as a responsible agency under CEQA for the Project and as
lead agency for the development agreement, has prepared an addendum to the SEIR, pursuant
to CEQA Guidelines Section 15096 and 15164 to address the refinements to the Project as set
forth in the development agreement.
b. The decision not to prepare a further subsequent environmental impact
report or a Supplement to the SEIR is explained and supported by substantial evidence in the
Initial Study/addendum attached hereto as Attachment 1. The City Council expressly finds that
through the settlement agreement which settles the Action and through the adoption of the
development agreement the Project has been sufficiently modified in terms of certain design,
construction timing, circulation issues, and zoning concerns, affecting the development of the
Project, that the issues alleged in the Action have been resolved and the City can now support
the Project. The modifications have not substantially altered the previously identified significant
environmental impacts and/or related mitigation measures, as reflected in Attachment 1.
c. That on the basis of the facts and evidence set forth in Attachment 1, an
addendum is the adequate further environmental analysis that is required as authorized by
Section 21166 of CEQA and Section 15162 of the Guidelines.
d. That the addendum has been completed in compliance with CEQA.
e. In reaching its decision concerning the development agreement, the City
has considered the environmental effects of the Project as shown in the EIR, the SEIR and the
addendum, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15096(f), prior to approving the development
agreement, which will govern development of the Project.
f. That the EIR, SEIR, and addendum collectively reflect the City Council's
independent judgment and analysis.
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3. The City Council, pursuant to the requirements of Guidelines Section 15096(h)
hereby makes the findings required by Section 15091 of the Guidelines as shown on
Attachment 2 and the findings required by Section 15093 of the Guidelines, as shown on
Attachment 3 hereto.
4. The City Clerk shall cause the notice of determination required by Section 15094
and Section 15096(i) of the Guidelines to be filed as required by law.
DRAFT ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 00-02,
A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA AND U.C.P. INC. FOR THE PURPOSE OF
DEVELOPING AN APPROXIMATELY 250-ACRE SITE WITH UP TO
685 RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND UP TO TWO COMMERCIAL AREAS,
GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE, BETWEEN
DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND WEST OF HANLEY AVENUE -
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 14493 THROUGH 14498, 14522, 14523,
15838, AND 15902.
A. .Recitals.
1. California Government Code Section 65864 now provides, in pertinent part, as
follows:
'q'he Legislature finds and declares that:
a) The lack of certainty in the approval of development projects can result in a
waste of resources, escalate the cost of housing and other developments to the consumer, and
discourage investment in and commitment to comprehensive planning which would make
maximum efficient utilization of resources at the least economic cost to the public.
b) Assurance to the applicant for a development project that upon approval of the
project, the applicant may proceed with the project in accordance with existing policies, rules
and regulations, and subject to conditions of approval, will strengthen the public planning
process, encourage pdvate participation in comprehensive planning, and reduce the economic
costs of development."
2. California Government Code Section 65865 provides, in pertinent part, as follows:
"Any city.., may enter into a Development Agreement with any person having a
legal or equitable interest in real property for the development of such property as provided in
this article..."
3. California Government Code Section 65865.2 provides, in part, as follows:
"A Development Agreement shall specdy the duration of the Agreement, the
permitted uses of the property, the density of intensity of use, the maximum height and size of
proposed buildings, and provisions for reservation or dedication of land for public purposes.
The Development Agreement may include conditions, terms, restrictions, and requirements for
subsequent discretionary actions, provided that such conditions, terms, restrictions, and
requirements for discretionary actions shall not prevent development of the land for the uses
and to the density of intensity of development set forth in the Agreement..."
4. "Attached to this Ordinance, marked as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this
reference is proposed Development Agreement 00-02, concerning that property generally
located north of Highland Avenue, east of Day creek Channel and west of Hanley Avenue, and
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as legally described in the attached Development Agreement. Hereinafter in this Ordinance, the
Development Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is referred to as the "Development
Agreement."
5. On July 12, and continued to July 26, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga held a duly noticed headng concerning the Development Agreement and
concluded said hearing on that date and recommended approval through adoption of its
Resolution.
6. On ,2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a duly noticed public hearing concerning the Development AgreemenL
7. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.
B. Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby find,
determine, and ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the
Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct.
SECTION 2: Prior to the adoption of this Ordinance, this Council has reviewed an
addendum to the EIR and SEIR as certified by the County of San Bemardino and augmented by
an addendum prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga as legally sufficient for the University
Planned Development Project.
SECTION 3: Based upon substantial evidence presented dudng the above-referenced
public hearing on , including written and oral staff reports, together with public
testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows:
a) The location, design, and proposed uses set forth in this Development Agreement
are compatible with the character of existing development in the vicinity.
b) The Development Agreement conforms to the General Plan of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
SECTION 4: It is expressly found that the public necessity, general welfare, and good
zoning practice require the approval of the Development Agreement.
SECTION 5: This Council hereby approves Development Agreement 00-02, attached
hereto as Exhibit "A".
SECTION 6: The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall cause the same
to be published with 15 days after its passage at least once in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, a
newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Ontado, California, and circulated in
the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California.
RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND
WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:
City Clerk
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
(Space above for Recorder's Use Only)
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
By and Between
THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA
and
U.C.P. INCORPORATED, a California corporation
Dated: ,2000
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND
U.C.P. INCORPORATED CONCERNING
THE REVISED UNIVERSITY PROJECT
This AEfeement (the "Development Agreement") is made and entered into this th day of ,2000, by
and between U.C.P. Incorp,o, rated ,~ California corporation (,,U.C.p.,,) and the Ci of Ra~c
municipal corporation (the CITY ~ .......... L .~ . ~ ~ . ty ho Cucamonga, a
/ r~o,,~,L ~o u~e aumonty oI~ecUons 65864 through 65869.5 of the California
Government Code. U.C.P. and its successors and assigns, if any, are referred to collectively hereinafter as the
"Properly Owner." The CITY and U.C.P. are collectively referred to herein as the "Parties."
RECITALS:
A. To provide more certainty in the approval of development projects, to encourage private
participation in comprehensive planning, and to reduce the economic risk of devehipment, the Legislature of the
State of California has adopted Sections 65864, et seq. of the California Government Code, thus authorizing the
CITY to enter into binding development agreements with persons having legal or equitable interests in real property,
in order to establish development rights with respect thereto.
B. Section 65865(b) of the California Government Code authorizes the CITY to enter into a binding
development agreement with respect to real property which is in unincorporated territory but also within CITY's
sphere of influence, provided that the effect veness of the development agreement is conditioned upon the
annexation of such real property to the CITY within the period of time for annexation as specified in the
Development Agreement.
C. Property Owner owns fee title to approximately 250.67 acres of real property located entirely
within the County of San Bemardino (the "County") and more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto
(the "Project Site"). Previously, the Project Site was subject to land use entitlements resulting bom the County's
approval in 1991 of the University/Crest Project Planned Development, PUD No. WI21-49 (the "University/Crest
PD"). The University/Crest PD entitlements combined two separately owned nroperties with I 2 residentia units,
commercial development, school, park and open space of 1,111.29 acres. The~Project Site is the I~versity port on
of the University/Crest PD.
D. In 1998, Properly Owner applied to County for approval of revisions to the University/Crest PD,
to modify the previous entitlements related to the Project Site (the "Revised University Project" or the "Project").
The requested modifications included:
1. Separating the University portion of the University/Crest PD from the Crest portion;
2. Adding 64 acres to the University portion, formerly owned by Southern California Edison which had
bisected the Project Site;
3. Increasing the number of dwelling units from 578 to 685;
4. Modifying the location of commercial uses and adding a net 2.3 acres of commercial development;
5. Increasing the proposed school and park sites by 6.0 acres;
6. Revising the project design with s~'eet alignments, lot designs and increased lots sizes;
7. Extending Banyan/Surmmt Avenue westerly over Day Creek Channel, to connect to Rochester;
8. Transferring to the County of San Bemardino, in fee, 86 acres (one-half of a 172 acre parcel) ofoff-
si~e land for permanent open space, along with funding in the amount orS110,000.00, to provide for
long-term maintenance of such off-site land; and
9. Eliminating thc 67S-acre open space area from the Project, as it had already been transferred to the
County by the Metropolitan Water District.
E. On October 26, 1999, the County approved the Revised University Project, namely Revised
Preliminary Development Plan WI21-49, and a Minor General Plan Amendment and zone change for the former
SCE property (the "Revised University Project Entitlements"). In accordance with the rules, regulations and
policies of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the County's Development Code, the County
certified a Supplemental EIR in connection with the Revised University Project Entitlements (the "SEIR") as being
accurate, adequate and complete in the environmental evaluation of the impacts associated with the Revised
University Project and adopted Findings and a Statement of Overriding Considerations.
F. On November 29, 1999, the CITY filed a Petition for Writ of Mandate and Complaint for
Declaratory Relief challenging County's approval of the Revised University Project and certification of the SEIR
(the "Litigation"). The CITY filed a f~rst amended Petition for Writ of Mandate and Complaint for Declaratory and
Injunctive Relief on February 3, 2000 (the "Petition"). In the Petition, the CITY alleged, inter alia, that (1) the
County should have prepared a new, or subsequent EIR for the approval of the Revised Project due to the requested
changes in the Project; (2) the SEIR is inadequate; (3) the Findings did not support the Statement of Overriding
Considerations; (4) the County failed to consider and apply the CITY's land use and zoning standards when it
approved the Revised University Project; (5) the County's finding of conformity with the CITY's land use and
zoning laws was not supported by substantial evidence; and (6) the County's general plan amendment related to
spheres of influence was invalid.
G. On March 20, 2000, U.C.P. filed its answer and response to the Petition, denying each and every
allegation.
H. On March 24, 2000, the County filed its answer and response to the Petition, denying each and
every allegation.
I. Subsequent to initiation of the Litigation, the CITY and Property Owner have resolved their
differences, as memorialized in a transaction which is the subject of a Settlement, Pre-Annexation, and Tolling
Agreement between them, dated April __, 2000 (the "Settlement and Pre-Annexation Agreement"). As a condition
of entering into the Sei~lement and Pre-Annexation Agreement, the CITY and Property Owner have agreed to enter
into a development agreement, substantially in the form of this Development Agreement, subject to compliance with
all applicable legal requirements for notice, hearing and findings. In addition to providing a vehicle for settlement
of the Litigation, this Development Agreement will enable the CITY to realrze recreational, commercial, residential
and regional benefits and facilities. The development of the Project at the earliest practicable date will enhance the
quality of life of present and future residents of the CITY.
J. As further set forth in Ordinance No. enacted by the CITY on __ __, 2000 (the
"Enacting Ordinance"), the execution of this Development Agreement and the performance of and compliance with
the terms and conditions set, for& herein by the Parties hereto: (i) is in the best interest of the CITY; (ii) will
promote the public convenience general welfare, and good land use practices in the CITY; (iii) will promote
preservation of land values: (iv) will encourage the development of the Project by providing a level of certainty to
the Property Owner; and (v) will provide for orderly growth and development of the CITY consistent with the
CITY's General Plan.
Agreement
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals, and the mutual promises and covenants of the
Parties, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged,
the Parties agree as follows:
Section 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Effectiveness of Development Agreemen!
Notwithstanding the effective date of the Enacting Ordinance, this Development Agreement shall
only become operative and the fights and obligations of the Parties shall only arise, if all of the following have
occurred before March 01, 2001, unless that date is mut~aIly extended in writing by Property Owner and the CITY:
(i) The Project Site has been annexed to the CITY and said annexation is final as to any and
all administrative actions, and is not then subject to judicial challenge; and
(ii) The Parties have performed ail of their respective obligations under the Settlement and
Pre-Annexation Agreement.
B. Term
The term of this Development Agreement shall commence on the effective date of the enacting
Ordinance and shall extend for a period of ten (10) years thereafter (the "Term"), unless this Development
Agreement is terminated, modified or extended by circumstances set forth in this Development Agreement,
including, without limitation, the extensions provided below and any extension attributable to the "force majeure"
circumstances described in Section 2D5 hereof or by mutual written consent of the Parties.
Following the expiration of the Term, this Development Agreement shall be deemed terminated and of no
further force and effect; provided, however, that such termination shall not affect any fight or duty arising fi.om
project entitlements granted prior to, concurrently with, or subsequent to the approval of this Development
Agreement and the structm'es that are developed in accordance with this Development Agreement and the use of
those structures shall continue to be governed by this Development Agreement for purposes of ensuring, for land use
puq~oses, that those structures continue to be legal conforming structures and that those uses continue to be legal
conforming uses.
C. Assi~znment
Subject to the terms of this Development Agreement, Property Owner shall have the right to
convey, assign, sell, lease, sublease, encumber, hypothecate or otherwise txansfer (for purposes of this Development
Agreement, "Transfer") the Project Site, in whole or in part, to any person, par~ership, joint venture, firm or
corporation at any time during the term of this Development Agreement, and to the extent of each such Transfer, the
~'ansferor shall be relieved of its legal duty to perform such obligations under this Development Agreement at the
time of the Transfer, except to the extent Property Owner is in Default, as defined in Section 3C hereof, of any of the
terms of this Development Agreement when the Transfer occurs.
If all or a portion of the Project Site is Transferred and there is noncompliance by the transferee owner with
respect to any term and condition of this Development Agreement, or by the txansferor with respect to any portion of
the Project Site not sold or Transferred, such noncompliance shall be deemed a breach of this Agreement by that
transferee or transferor, as applicable, but shall not be deemed to be a breach hereunder against other persons then
owning or holding any interest in any other portion of the Project Site and not themselves in breach under this
Development Agreement. Any alleged breach shall be governed by the provisions of Section 3C hereof.
In no event shall the reservation or dedication ora portion of the Project Site to a public agency cause a
~ansfer of duties and obligations under this Development Agreement to such public agency unless specifically
stated to be the case in this Development Agreement, any of the exhibits attached to this Development Agreement,
the instrument of conveyance used for such reservation or dedication, or other form of agreement with such public
agency.
Property Owner shall notify the CITY not less than sixty (60) days before any such Transfer, and such
notice shall contain all material information regarding the contemplated Transfer, including but not limited to the
identity of the transferee, and the material terms of such contemplated Transfer.
D. Amendment of Agreement
This Development Agreement may be amended from time to time by mutual consent of the Parties
in accordance with the provisions of Government Code Sections 65867 and 65868. Notwithstanding anything stated
to the contrary in this Development Agreement, the Panics may enter into one or more implementing agreements, as
set forth below, to clarify the intended application or interpretation of this Development Agreement, without
amending this Development Agreement.
Property Owner and the CITY acknowledge that the provisions of this Development Agreement require a
close degree of cooperation between Property Owner and the CITY and that, in the course of the development of the
Project Site, it may be necessary to supplement this Development Agreement to address the details of the Panics'
respective performance and obligations, and to otherwise effectuate the proposes of this Development Agreement
and the intent of the Parties. If and when, from time to time, the Panics find that it is necessary or appropriate to
clarify the application or interpretation of this Development Agreement, without amending the Development
Agreement, the Panics may do so thi'ough one or more implementing agreements (the "Implementing Agreement"),
which shall be executed by the Community Development Director of CITY (the "Community Development
Director") and by an authorized representative of Property Owner. After execution, each Implementing Agreement
shall be attached as an addendum and become a part of this Development Agreement, and may be further changed or
supplemented from time to time as necessary. Such Implementing Agreement shall not require the approval of the
City Council of the CITY and shall only be executed by the Community Development Director (on behalf of the
CITY), if the Community Development Director has determined that such implementing agreements are not
materially inconsistent with this Development Agreement, and the applicable ordinances, rules, regulations and
official policies of the CITY in effect at the time of execution of this Development Agreement. Any changes to this
Development Agreement which would impose additional obligations on the CITY beyond those which would be
deemed to arise under a reasonable interpretation of this Development Agreement, or which would purport to
change land use designations applicable to the Project Site under the Revised University Project Entitlements, shall
be considered "material" and require amendment of this Agreement in accordance with the provisions of California
Government Code Sections 65867 and 65868.
Section 2. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OF THE PROJECT
A. Land Use Entitlements
The land use entitlements approved by the County are depicted on Exhibit "B". The Parties
acknowledge that, without being obligated to do so, Property Owner plans to develop the Project Site in substantial
conforrmty with the Revised University Project Entitlements as amended by this Development Agreement. During
the Term, the permitted uses for the Project, or any portion thereof, the density and intensity of use, zoning,
maximum height and size of proposed buildings, building and yard setback requirements, provisions for reservations
or dedications, design and performance standards and other terms and conditions of development of the Revised
University Project, shall be those set forth in the Revised University Project Entitlements as amended by this
Development Agreement. The specific terms of this Development Agreement shall supercede and be controlling
over any conflict anti/or inconsistency with the Revised University Project Entitlements.
The Parties acknowledge and agree that the total number of lots in the approved tracts total 685
lots and that lots may be shifted between tracts without increasing the overall number of lots and be in substantial
conforrmty with the Revised University Project Entitlements as amended by this Development Agreement. The
CITY Planner shall exercise his reasonable discretion to review transfers of lots between tracts and make the
determination of substantial compliance.
Other certain specific modifications of the Revised University Project Entitlements to which the
Parties agree are set forth below. All Exhibits anached hereto constitute material provisions of the Development
Agreement, and are incorporated herein.
B. Rules and Regulations
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65856 and except as otherwise explicitly
provided in this Development Agreement, the ordinances, roles, regulations and official policies governing
permitted uses of the Project Site, the density and intensity of such uses, and design, improvement, and construction
standards and specificatinns applicable to deveinpment of the Project, shall be the Revised University Project
Entitlements and those ordinances of the CITY, as implemented by this Development Agreement, roles, regulations
and official policies and General Plan provisions in force at the time of the effective date of this Development
Agreement, but only to the extent that they are consistent with the Revised University Project Entitlements, as
modified and/or amended by this Development Agreement (the "Existing Laws"), except that the CITY's street
improvement, lighting, storm drain, and Americans With Disabilities Act ("ADA") standards shall be followed, and
the landscape standards applicable shall be those specified in this Development Agreement, and/or the CITY's
standards. In the event of any conflict between the CITY's ordinances, roles, regulations and official policies and
General Plan and the Existing Laws, then the Existing Laws shall control. The CITY shall not be prevented in
subsequent actions applicable to the Project, from applying new ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies in effect
("Future Policies") to the extent that they do not conflict with the Existing Laws. Such conflict shall be deemed to
occur if, without limitation, such Future Policies:
(i) modify the permirted types of land uses, the density or intensity of use, the maximum
height or size of proposed buildings on the property, building and yard setback requirements, or impose
requirements fur the construction or provision of on-site or off-site improvements or the reservation or dedication of
land for public use, or the payment of fees or the imposition of exactions, other than as are in each case specifically
provided for in this Development Agreement;
(ii) prevent the Property Owner from obtaining all necessary approvals, permits, certificates
or other entitlements at such dates and under such circumstances as the Property Owner would otherwise be entitled
under this Development Agreement;
(iii) prevent or inhibit Property Owner from commencing, continuing and finishing on a
timely basis the construction and development of the Revised University Project or timely satisfaction of Property
Owner's obligations under this Development Agreement, in the manner contemplated by this Development
Agreement; and/or
(iv) render any conforrmng use of the Project Site a non-conforming use or any structure on
the Project Site a non-conforming structm'e.
C. Design and Infrastructure Issues
1. Commercial, Park and School Sites
The County's approved land uses in the Revised University Project are depicted on
Exhibit "B'. Despite these approved land uses, the CITY and Property Owner desire that Property Owner modify
certain of the approved commercial sites, and provide for the joint use of the Park and School site in conformity with
this Development Agreement.
a. Commercial Sites
(i) The Intex Properties Commercial Site
The CITY desires that the commercial site located on the northwest comer of Banyan
Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard be enlarged and have a minimum depth of three hundred (300) feet. If a larger
commercial development is not feasible, then this site should be considered for residential development. However,
this commercial site is owned by Intex Properties, and not by Property Owner and, therefore, Property Owner has no
legal ability to make an agreement about the future development of this commercial site. Nevertheless, Property
Owner shall use good faith, diligent efforts in negotiations with Intex Properties to accommodate the CITY's desires
to provide for a commercial site of 9.1 acres in substantial conformity with Exhibit "C". The CITY recognizes that
the commercial development depleted on Exhibit "C" does not meet the CITY's usual 10-acre minimum site.
Should these negotiations result in an agreement to develop a larger commercial site, Property Owner agrees to
make application to the CITY to modify its Entitlements and to use diligent, good faith efforts to cause an
application to be made to the CITY for the entitlements to develop the larger commercial site. Should the
negotiations not result in an agreement with Intex Properties, then Property Owner may proceed with residential
development of Tract 14494 of its project site, as generally depicted on Exhibit "D". Ifa larger commercial
development is not possible, then the Intex Properties Site may be considered for development with residential
development or other CITY-approved commercial uses allowed under the low residential district of the Etiwanda
North Specific Plan. In that case, the approved entitlements of Tract 14494 will be modified to extend the street
south to Banyan Avenue, as generally depicted on Exhibit "D" and the CITY agrees to participate in any required
condemnation proceeding to allow the construction of the new street to connect to Banyan Avenue in conformity
with CITY standards.
(ii) Area G
Property Owner may apply to the CITY for development of the commercial site located
within Area G of the Project Site Plan (see Exhibit "B") in accordance with the Revised University Project
Entitlements and the CITY agrees to consider, in good faith, such application. The Parties acknowledge that the
design criteria for this commercial development shall be those contained in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, except
the commercial site will be approximately 6.77 acres. All other development criteria shall comply with the
applicable development standards of the CITY. Should commercial development under these criteria be infeasible,
then the use of Area G will revert to residential, which may include a minimum of 26 lots for single family, detached
homes, with minimum lot sizes of 7,200 square feet as depicted in Exhibit "E". Upon final decision by the CITY
that commercial development of Area G is not feasible, the Property Owner shall initiate a zone change and General
Plan amendment for residential development of the site within 120 days of such final decision.
b. Park and School Sites
The CITY and Property Owner agree to use diligent, good faith efforts to obtain the
Etiwanda School District's agreement for reciprocal rights to shared parking facilities and use of the park site and
school site.
2. Day Creek Boulevard Streetscapes
The CITY desires that the design of Day Creek Boulevard streetscapes be modified from
that approved as part of the Revised University Project Entitlements, to accommodate a wider landscape setback
along the east side of Day Creek Boulevard, and that the walls, pilasters and landscapes be modified to be
substantially consistent with the development of Day Creek Boulevard south of the Project Site. Property Owner
agrees to modify the design of Day Creek Boulevard as depicted on Exhibit "F", to build said streetscapes in
substantial conformity with Exhibit "F- 1". With the exception of grading and hardscape requirements, the
improvements for Day Creek Boulevard shall be substantially consistent with the CITY's approved Day Creek
Boulevard Master Plan however, the Parties acknowledge and agree that the median width shall be a maximum of
10 feet, and the parkway on the east side of Day Creek Boulevard shall be 25 feet in depth from curb face, except as
shown on Exhibit "F-2". The monuments at the intersections on Day Creek Boulevard shall be constructed in
substantial conformity with Exhibits "G" and "G-I" and with the "Entry Monument Constructions Documents" on
file with the CITY on October 1, 1999.
3. Banvan/Surnn'at Avenue From SCE Easement to Rochester Avenno
The CITY desires that Banyan Avenue, west of Day Creek Boulevard, be fully extended from the
existing Southern California Edison easement, which parallels the western boundary of the Project Site, through to
Rochester Avenue on the west as this is identified as a vital link in tl)e CITY's circulation plan. The CITY
acknowledges and agrees that such extension is not a part of the Revised University Project Entitlements, and is not
required for traffic circulation related solely to the Revised University Project. Property Owner hereby agrees to
provide the funding, and/or, construction necessary to build the improvements to Banyan Avenue through to
Rochester Avenue, including all construction drawings and plans. The CITY agrees that within thirty (30) days of
the receipt of final drawings and required completed applications, it will apply to the County of San Bernardino and
any other local, State or Federal agencies with jurisdiction for all necessary permits to complete such improvements
(the "Permits"). Property Owner shall have no obligation to obtain the Permits, but agrees to cooperate as necessary
with the CITY to obtain such Permits. Once the CITY has obtained the Permits, Property Owner agrees to make
such approved unProvements to Banyan Avenue, in substantial conformity with the improvements depicted on
Exhibit "H'. The CITY agrees that it has requested that landscaping, including irrigation, be installed along the
south side of the extension of Banyan Avenue, west of the properW line of the Project site, and the CITY agrees that
it will be responsible for the cost of maintenance of this landscaping, which may include, at the CITY's option,
inclusion in any landscape maintenance district created pursuant to Section 2K, below. Attached as Exhibit "H- l" is
the "Banyan Offsite Full Width Construction" costs estimate.
4. Dry Utilities
The Revised University Project Entitlements do not require that Burd vaults be installed
and the CITY and Property Owner agree that no Burd vaults will be required throughout the Project Site.
5. Slopes
Grading plans depicting slopes in all landscape maintenance districts ("LMDs") shall be
reviewed and approved by the CITY. The goal of such review is to minimize the slopes within the LMD project site
areas. 2H: 1V slopes may be permitted for up to 12 feet, six inches (12.5 feet) in height; hardscape conforming to
the CITY's standards above the 12.5 feet height may be used upon review and agreement with CITY Staffand with
retaining walls and/or crib walls as approved by the CITY Engineer. The location of slopes in excess of 12.5 feet
within the Project Site are depicted on Exhibit 'T'. Proposed specific slope treannents which shall be applied to the
slopes in excess of 12.5 feet are depicted on Exhibits "I-l" through "I-6".
6. Area H - with 68 Future Lots
The Revised University Project Entitlements include a density of 68 lots on lots of a
minimum size of 10,000 square feet for Area H, as depicted on Exhibit "B". Property Owner proposes to develop
Area H as generally depicted on Exhibit "J". The Property Owner shall cooperate with the CITY to address
transportation and circulation issues. The CITY agrees that this density will be applied to Area H, including the
agreement to allow grading to achieve this density, unless public health and safety issues preclude approval of the
necessary grading to allow the density as approved in the Revised University Project Entitlements. The CITY
further agrees that any future approvals for Area H will rely upon the Revised University Project Entitlements,
including the SEIR. In all other respects, Area H shall be reviewed and approved in compliance with the CITY's
then applicable rules and regulations. The CITY acknowledges that the property now owned by the Etiwanda
School District, identified as Area I in paragraph 7 below, may allow for residential development and provide
alternate access to Area H. In the event that such development of Area I is approved, the Property Owner shall alter
its development to accommodate the additional point of access.
7. Area 1 - Etiwanda School District Property
The Parties acknowledge that the Etiwanda School Distxict ("District") owns the area
depicted as Area I on Exhibit "K". Representations have been made to the Parties that the Distxict is prepared to
submit a tentative tract map for residential development in Area I which will propose the development of 30 tots in
accordance with the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. The CITY and Property Owner agree to use diligent, good faith
efforts in considering the development of Axea I in conjunction with the Revised University Project.
8. Paseos
In accordance with the previous Settlement Agreement among CITY, COUNTY and
Property Owner's predecessors-in-interest, the Project Site is to include seven (7) additional paseos to provide
access to the trails provided in CITY. The CITY and Property Owner agree that the number ofpaseos to be required
within the Project Site and the location of the paseos shall be approved by the CITY's Trails Committee. The
CITY's Staffaccepts eight (8) foot maximum widths for construction of the paseos in substantial conforrmty with
the drawing attached as Exhibits "L" and "L-1".
9. Circulation Issues and Fees
a. Hanson Aggregates
(i) Access. The Revised University Project Entitlements require that Property Owner
provide to the Hanson Aggregates operation located west of the Project Site, interim and permanent access ~long
Banyan Avenue to the Day Creek Boulevard interchange at State Highway Route 30. CITY and Property Owner
agree that such access shall be provided in accordance with the Revised University Project Entitlements and as
depicted on Exhibit "M". Furthermore, the Parties agree that the intersection of Banyan Avenue and Day Creek
Boulevard will be constructed in substantial conformity to the depiction on Exhibit "M-1".
(ii) Disclosure. Property Owner agrees to provide a disclosure statement to all
purchasers stating that the Hanson Aggregates operations has rights of access for its truck traffic along Banyan
Avenue from the operation to Day Creek Boulevard, and to the interchange at State Highway Route 30.
b. Transportation Fee/Traffic Impacts Analysis
Circulation improvements necessary to serve the area in and around the Project Site, not
currently within the CITY, are generally depicted on Exhibit "N." The Parties acknowledge that the Property
Owner plans to build improvements that exceed the Project Transportation requirements. The CITY agrees to
establish a circulation fee for the area depicted on Exhibit "N" as a mechanism to reimburse the Property Owner for
construction of infrastracmre in excess of Property Owner's fair share. The fee shall be calculated on a per-acre
basis, with the cost of the infrastructure allocated to the benefiting properties. Exhibit "N-I" depicts the benefiting
properties and their respective fair share. Exhibit "N-2" through "N-5" depict the estimated costs of the
infrastracture. Exhibit "N-6" depicts the street cross-sections.
c. Other Circulation Improvements
The CITY has requested and the Property owner has agreed to make the following
changes to the Revised University Project:
(i) Hanley Avenue shall be a minimum of 50 feet in width, curb to curb, from Banyan
Street to the School District's north property line in order to provide left turn pockets and overflow parking for the
school as depicted on Exhibit "O".
(ii) Property Owner shall construct sidewalks on the west side of Hanley Avenue from
Banyan Street to Wilson Avenue, except for the portion of fee property depicted as "N.A.P." on Exhibit "P". As to
this portion, the Parties acknowledge that the School District owns this portion and has already submitted plans to
the State of California which depict the construction of a sidewalk on this portion.
(iii) Traffic signals shall be installed on Day Creek Boulevard at Wilson Avenue, Banyan
Avenue, and Vintage Drive, the traffic signal at the intersection of Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard shall be
operational when warranted, or by the issuance of the one-hundred and fiftieth (150a') building permit, whichever
first occurs. The other traffic signals shall be installed by the end of the Project development, or when warranted,
whichever first occurs.
(iv) A raised median shall be provided on Day Creek Boulevard from Wilson Avenue to
the Route 30 Freeway. Median island openings shall be allowed on Day Creek Boulevard at Wilson Avenue, the
intersection located one-half distance between Wilson Avenue and Banyan Street, Banyan Street and Vintage Drive.
(v) Banyan Street from Hanley Avenue to Rochester and Day Creek Boulevard from the
Route 30 Freeway to the north project limit; shall be posted "no parking any time".
(vi) Wilson Avenue shall be fully improved by Property Ovaler fi.om the western
boundary of Tract 14494 to the existing termmns of Wilson Avenue located west of Hanley Avenue, except for the
north side of ¥~'ilson Avenue from Hanley Avenue to the point that is approximately 330' east of Day Creek
Boulevard wh/eh is the responsibility of Tract 13527, except one lane north of the median shall be installed to allow
for traffic circulation. Wilson Avenue shall be constructed with 72 feet of paved width, fi.om curb to curb. A raised
medium shall be constructed on Wilsun Avenue, with median breaks allowed only at Day Creek Boulevard and
Hanley Avenue. Any other median breaks must be approved by the CITY Engineer. The westerly terminus of
Wilson Avenue shall include a suitable turn-around area for vehicles.
(vii) Wilson Avenue shall be open to public traffic, but not necessarily fully improved,
prior to issuance of any certificate of occupancy.
(viii) Property Owner shall construct Day Creek Boulevard from Route 30 to Vintage
Avenue, as depicted on Exhibit "F", by the issuance of the une-hundreth (100t~) building permit, except that the
Parties acknowledge this construction cannot be completed without the cooperation of th/rd parties who own the
properties on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard above Route 30 or condemnation of a right of way along these
properties. If, for any reason outside the control of the CITY and the Property Owner, Property Owner cannot
timely complete the construction of this portion of Day Creek Boulevard, then Property Owner shall be entitled to
deposit with the CITY a sum of cash or a letter of credit equal to two-hundred percent (200%) of the projected actual
costs, either total or partial, of such construction in full and complete satisfaction of its obligation, and to be relieved
of any further i'estrictions on the issuance of building permits. If the CITY is required to construct these
improvements because of the Property Owner's failure or inability to do so, then Property Owner shall be entitled to
an accounting for the use of funds by the CITY to complete the construction and to a refund of monies not used for
such construction.
d. Reimbursement to Property Owner fi.om The CITY's Street Improvement
Deposits
The CITY acknowledges that it has received deposits fi'om other surrounding property
owners or projects, including, but not limited to, Centex Homes (Tract 12659, $148,152.40), and Panda
Development (Tract 13812, $225,000.00), and may collect other fees for construction along Hanley and/nr Wilson
Avenues (Tract 14120) (as more fully depicted on Exhibit "Q") (the Street Improvement Deposits). The CITY
agrees that it will cooperate with Property Owner to requ/l'e such surrounding property owners or projects to
complete such Street improvements $o that the improvements on Summit Avenue and Hanley Avenue, on Vintage
Drive and on Wilson Avenue are completed at the same time as Property Owner's adjacent development.
Alternatively, the CITY will complete the construction of these Street Improvements using the Street Improvement
Deposits, or the CITY agrees that Property Owner may elect to complete construction of all or a portion of the street
improvements, limited to curb, gutter, street paving and striping, and street lights and CITY further agrees it will
reimburse Property Owner fi.om the Street Deposits upon the CITY Engineer's acceptance of the Street
Improvements and review and of Property Owner's costs of construction, which approval shall not be unreasonably
withheld.
10. Storm Drains
According to the Revised University Project Entitlements, the regional portion of the
Etiwanda/San Sevaine drainage fee is $114,000.00, which Property Owner shall pay to the County, if required. The
Property Owner shall also reimburse Kaufman & Broad and The Lyon Company on a per-acre basis for the
construction of storm drain systems in Day Creek Boulevard south of Highland Avenue in the form of payments at
the time of the first certificate of occupancy of any unit tributaD' to the storm drain systems. The per-acre basis
calculation and Property Owner's fair share of the total cost of the construction of the storm drain systems set forth
herein is contained in Exhibit "R.'
D. Timing of Development and Fees
1. Development of Circulation Improvements
a. Banyan/Summit Avenue - Hanley Avenue to Rochester Avenue
Property Owner agrees to promptly make such improvements for acceptance by the CITY
Engineer before the issuance of any building permit for a housing unit over and above one-h~xndred (100) such units.
However, if, for any reason not within the control of the CITY or the Property Owner, the CITY cannot obtain the
Permits so that Property Owner can complete the improvements prior to the issuance of the building permit for the
one-hundred and first such umt, Property Owner shall be entitled to either deposit with the CITY a sum of cash or a
letter of credit equal to two-hundred percent (200%) of the projected actual cost, either total or partial, of the
construction of the improvements in full and complete satisfaction of its obligation, and to be relieved of any further
restrictions on the issuance of building permits. If the CITY is required to construct these improvements because of
the Property Owner's failure or inability to do so, then Property Owner shall be entitled to an accounting for the
CITY's use of the funds to complete the improvements, and to a refund of monies not used for such improvements.
b. Day Creek Boulevard
Property Owner agrees to construct Day Creek Boulevard north to Wilson Avenue
concurrently with Phase 1 (as defined in the Revised University Entitlements) and that such improvements will be
substantially complete no later than issuance of the one-handredth (100m) building permit in the Project. The CITY
agrees to promptly process all applications and permits consistent with its usual and customary procedures.
Streetscape improvements from the curb will be constx'acted as development of the adjacent ~xacts occurs.
2. Develovment of the Park Site
Property Owner agrees to constract the Park (as defined in the Revised University Project
Entitlements) at the park site in substantial conformity with the depiction on Exhibit "S" and in conformance with
ADA standards, except that the Parties agree that the Park will be constructed with up to four (4) lit basketball courts
and two (2) lit ball fields. The Park improvements will be substantially complete no later than issuance of the one-
hundredth ( 100m) building pen'mt in the Project. The Parties agree that the product specifications for the park
amenities are listed on Exhibits "S- 1" through "S-2" and that such amenities shall conform to CITY standards. The
quantities and sizes of the amenities and materials shall be as depicted on Exhibit "S-3" and any remaining issues
shall conform to CITY standards. The CITY agrees to promptly process all applications and permits consistent with
its usual and customary procedures. The CITY agrees that through dedication of 10 acres and construction of the
Park, Property Owner will exceed, through its construction costs, all requirements of the CITY's parl~ fees and
applicable standards. The CITY waives any requirement for payment of a Park fee against the Revised University
Project. Property Owner shall dedicate the Park to the CITY and the CITY shall accept the dedication promptly
upon completion. The CITY reserves the right to name the Park.
3. Development of Remainder of Project Site
Neither Property Owner nor CITY can presently predict when or the rate at which phases
of the Project Site shall be developed, since such decisions depend upon numerous factors which are not within the
contxol of Proper'Pi Owner including, without limitation, market orientation and demand, interest rates, absorption,
competition~ and other factors.
The Parties acknowledge and agree that Proper~ Owner retains flexibility under this
Development Agreement to develop the Project in such order and at such rate and times as are appropriate within
the exercise of the Property Owner's business judgment. The CITY fm-ther acknowledges that Property Owner
may desire to market, sell, or otherwise arrange for disposition of some or all of the Project Site, prior to
development, and that the rate at which the Project develops will likely depend upon the business judgement of
subsequent owners of the Project Site.
4. CITY's Cooperation
CITY shall use good faith, diligent efforts to promptly process and take £mal action on
any applications for permits or approvals filed by Property Owner with respect to the Project. Such cooperation
shall include, without limitation, (a) using good faith, diligent efforts to process subsequent Development/Design
Review in accnrdance with state regulations; and (b) promptly processing all ministerial permits in accordance with
Section 2I below. Without limiting the effect of any other provision of this Development Agreement, any future
regulation, whether adopted by initiative or otherwise, limiting the rate or timing of development of the Project Site
or the extent thereof, shall be deemed to conflict with Property Owner's vested rights to develop the Project under
this Development Agreement and shall, to that extent, not apply to the development of the Project.
Processing and review of development proposals shall be subject to established
procedures in effect in the entire CITY, including Development and Design Review, as specified in the Existing
Laws. Howeve. r, the criteria used in the evaluation of each development proposal shall be based on the objectives,
policies and specific development standards specified herein.
5. Force Maieure
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Development Agreement,
Property Owner and CITY shall be excused from performance of their obligations under this Development
Agreement during any period of delay caused by acts of God or civil commotion, tints, s~'ikes, picketing, or other
labor disputes, shortage of materials or supplies, or damage to or prevention of work by reason of fire, floods,
earthquake, or other casualties, litigation, acts or neglect of the other pan'y, economic consideration or any other
cause beyond the reasonable control of CITY or Property Owner, as applicable. The time of performance of such
obligations as well as the term of this Development Agreement shall automatically be extended by the period of
such delay hereunder.
E. Reimbursement Provision
1. Reimbursement Mechanism
As set forth herein, pursuant to the Revised University Project Entitlements, the Property
Owner will construct certain traffic/circulation improvements which will benefit other proper~ owners and
developments adjacem to or surrounding the Project Site. The Property Owner has incurred the costs of designing
~hese improvements and will incur additional costs, including but not limited to construction, installation, permit and
mspectinn (the "Cnsts"), as depicted in Exhibits "O-l" and "O.2." The Parties agree and acknowledgn that the
Costs are estimates, and ultimately, Propen3, Owner will submit its actual costs to the CITY, and the CITY's
calculation of Property Owner's reimbursement shall be based upon such actual costs. The CITY further
acknowledges and agrees that as a part of the approvals of each of the projects referenced herein, it will condition
such projects to pay fees for ~raffic/circulation improvements consistent with Section 9.b. hereof. This will provide
the sole source of funds to reimburse Property Owner for its Costs. The Property Owner, upon application to the
CITY made by the Property Owner not more frequently than once a calendar quarter, will be entitled to recover
from the CITY the fees so collected as reimbursable Costs. The CITY £mds it reasonable and appropriate to provide
for a mechanism for reimbursement to the Property Owner for these Costs. However, the CITY's reimbursement
obligations shall be limited to the extent that the CITY eun collect such funds.
2. Term of Reimbursement Provision
The CITY agrees to collect the funds identified and to use those funds to reimburse the Property
Owner, without interest thereon, pursuant to this provision. This reimbursement provision shall continue in effect
until the ProperS. Owner has been fully reimbursed as set forth herein, and shall survive the Term of this
Development Agreement, unless the obligation is sooner satisfied by the payment in full of all reimbursable Costs
due and owing to the Property Owner, after which the obligation shall cease.
F. Future Entitlements
With respect to any entitlements that Property Owner may require in the future, including, without
limitation, tentative tract and parcel map approvals, conditional use permits, and Development/Design Review
related to the Park Site, Commercial Sites and Area H, the CITY shall retain its discretionary review authority and
the CITY's applicable ordinances, rules, regulations and official policies. However, any such discretionary review
shall be expressly subject to the provisions of tins Development Agreement and the CITY may only impose
conditions upon such discretionary entitlements which are consistent with the Revised Uinversitv Project
Entitlements as amended by this Development Agreement, except as otherwise specifically required by state
federal law. or
G. Environmental Review
Other than the mitigation measures and conditions of approval set forth in the SEIR and the
Revised University Project Entitlements (and any additional future mitigation programs contemplated therein), no
other mitigation measures for environmental impacts created by the Revised Uinversity Project, as presently
approved and as evaluated in the SEIR, shall be required. In connection with the CITY's issuance of any further
entitlement (as contemplated in Section 2F above), winch is subject to CEQA, the CITY shall promptly commence
and diligently process any and all initial studies and assessments required by CEQA, and to the extent permitted by
CEQA, the CITY shall use and adopt the SEIR and other existing environmental reports and studies as adequately
addressing the environmental impacts of such matter or matters, without requiring new or supplemental
environmental documentation. In the event CEQA requires any additional environmental review, the CITY may
impose additional measures (or conditions) to mitigate, as permitted by CEQA, the adverse environmental impacts
of such future entitlements, which were not considered at the time of approval of the Project; provided, however,
that:
(i) Unless required by state or federal law, no new or additional mitigation measures shall be
imposed as a result of any Future Policies; and
(ii) The CITY agrees and acknowledges that the TIA incorporated in the SEIR has fully
analyzed the traffic projected to be generated from the Revised University Project, and, in accordance with all
applicable legal requirements including, without limitation, the TIA Guidelines set forth in the San Beruardino
County Congestion Management Plan ("CMP"), no additional traffic impact analysis shall be required for
development of the Project Site as long as the number ofveincle trips generated do not exceed the veincle trips
evaluated in the TIA analysis. In the event and at such time as the Project generates more vehicle u'ips than
analyzed in the TIA, the CITY may require a new traffic impact analysis in accordance with such CMP standards as
may exist at such time. Except in such event (and except for such traffic circulation/site-access analysis as may be
reasonably required to detemUne the configuration and alignment of Streets adjacent or internal to the Project), no
further traffic impact analyses shall be required by the CITY with respect to implementation of the Project.
FI. CITY Fees and Mandates by State or Federal Law:
The Parties acknowledge and agree that the fees and impositions winch may potentially be
imposed by the CITY on the Revised University Project and Property Owner (collectively, "Fees") fall within one of
three categories: (a) fees for processing land use and constn~ction permit applications which are not otherwise
governed by the provisions of Section 66000 of the Government Code (but winch are subject to the limitations set
forth in Sections 66013,66014 and 66016-66018.5 of the Government Code) (collectively, the "Processing Fees");
(b) fees or other monetary exactions which are contemplated under ordinances or resolutions in effect as of the date
of tins Development Agreement and which puq~ort to defray all or a portion of the cost of impacts to certain public
facilities, improvements and other amenities from development projects, including any fees described in
Government Code Sections 66000 et seq. (collectively, the "Existing Fee Categories") (the Existing Fee Categories
include any increases, decreases, or other modifications to existing fees, so long as such modified fees relate to the
same category of impacts identified in the Existing Fee Categories); and (c) fees or other monetary exactions which
may be imposed in the funa'e by the CITY for purposes of defra34ng all or a portion of the cost of public facilities,
improvements, or amenities related to development projects, but excluding the Existing Fee Categories ("Other
Fees"). The Property Owner's obligation to pay Fees shall be specifically governed by the following provisions:
1. Processing Fees. The CITY may charge Processing Fees which are in force and effect on
a CITY-wide basis at the time of Property Owner's application for a land use entitlemem or a construction perrmt.
The amount of any Processing Fees shall be determined by the CITY in accordance with all applicable laws
including, witlaout limitation, Government Code Sections 66013,66014 and 66017-66018.5 (or any successor laws,
as applicable). Unless otherwise agreed by Property Owner and the CITY, the Processing Fees assessed Proper~
Owner shall be the same as those imposed upon other development projects throughout jurisdictional limits of the
CITY.
2. Existinr, Fee Categories. As set forth above, the CITY agrees that certain fee categories,
(including, without limitation, Transportation Improvement fees, storm drain improvement fees, and commUmty
park fees) haw.* been or will be met by Property Owner through the construction of improvements. In consideration
of the construction costs to be borne by Property Owner, CITY waives its right to collect a Beautification Fee from
the development of the Revised University Project. Neither Property Owner nor the Project shall be subject to any
additional CITY imposed fees, impositions or monetary exactions with respect to any Existing Fee Categories, for a
period often (10) years following the effective date of this Agreement. The period during which fees within any
Existing Fee Categories are limited as described in this section (and as further applied in paragraph 3 below) is
referred to hereinafter as the "Fee Limitation Period."
3. Other Fees. In consideration of the Property Owner's agreement to modify the Revised
University Project Entitlements as specifically set forth in this Development Agreement and implement the timing of
development in accordance with the terms set forth above, no Other Fees shall be imposed upon Property Owner or
the Revised University Project during the applicable Fee Limitation Period, except as may be specifically required to
carry out any state or federal law or mandate enacted after the effective date of this Development Agreement, as
necessary to mitigate environmental impacts of the project in accordance with Section 2G above. Even in those
cases where Property Owner or the Project may be required to pay Other Fees, any such Other Fees shall be limited
to Property Owner's fair share contribution to impacts created by the Project, shall not discriminate against Property
Owner (as compared to other property owners in the CITY) and shall not duplicate any Exactions or other
mitigations or fees contributed or paid by Property Owner or the Project, or borne by property Owner or the Project
through in-lieu construction.
4. Fiscal Impact Analysis. In consideration of the Property Owners' agreement to modify
the Revised University Project Entitlements as specifically set forth in this Development Agreement and to
implement the timing of development and improvements in accordance with the terms set forth above, and including
the additional improvements the Property Owner has agreed to construct, including but not limited to, the extension
of Banyan Avenue from the SCE Easement to Rochester Avenue, the CITY hereby waives any requirement which it
could impose of the Property Owner or the revised University Project to complete a fiscal analysis for any approvals
or permits that the CITY might issue under this Development Agreement.
I. Non-Discretionary Permits
The Parties acknowledge that in the course of implementing the Revised University Project,
Property Owner will, from time to time, apply to the CITY for various ministerial permits, licenses, consents,
certificates, and approvals, including, without limitation, non-discretionary subdivision approvals, grading permits,
construction permits, certificates of occupancy and permits required to connect the Project to utility systems under
the CITY's jurisdiction (collectively, the "Non-Discretionary perrmts"). Property Owner shall have the right to
apply for any such Non-Discretionary pernuts in accordance with the Existing Laws (and any applicable Future
Policies under Section 2B, above). The CITY shall issue to Property Owner, upon such applications, all required
Non-Discretionary Permits, subject only to compliance with the terms ofth~s Development Agreement, the CITY's
Existing Laws (and any applicable Futu~'e Policies under Section 2B above) and payment of CITY's usual and
customary fees and charges for such applications and Non-Discretionary Permits (subject to the provisions of
Section H above). The CITY further agrees that upon its approval of any plans, specifications, design drawings,
maps, or other submittals of Property Owner in connection with such Non-Discretionary Permits (the "Approved
Plans"), all further entitlements, approvals and consents required f~om the CITY to implement the Project which are
consistent with and further implement such Approved Plans, shall be expeditiously processed and approved by the
CITY in accordance with this Development Agreement.
J. Cooperation
1. Cooperation With Other Public Agencies
The CITY acknowledges that Property Owner may apply from time to time for permits
and approvals as may be required by other governmental or quasi-governmental agencies having jurisdiction over
the Revised University Project, in connection with the development of or provision of services to the Project,
including, without limitation, approvals in connection with developing and implementing a tertiary water system,
potential transportation improvements and other on-site and off-site infrastructure. The CITY shall cooperate with
Property Owner in its efforts to obtain such permits and approvals from such agencies (including, without limitation,
the Cucamonga County Water District, and the Inland Empire Utilities Agency, and shall provide any documents or
certificates reasonably required to process and obtain such permits and approvals.
2. Construction of Off-Site Improvements
To the extent that Property Owner is required to consmact any off-site improvements as a
c~nditinn of developing the Project, the Property Owner shall make good faith, diligent efforts to acquire any off-
s~te property interests required to construct such public improvements. If Property Owner fails to do so, Property
Owner shall, at least 120 days prior to submittal of the first final subdivision map for approval, enter into an
agreement to complete the improvements under Government Code Section 66462 at such time as the CITY acquires
the property interests required for the public improvements. Such agreement shall provide for payment by Property
Owner of all costs incurred by the CITY to acquire the off-site property interests required in connection with the
subdivision. Security for a portion of thnse costs shall be in the form of a cash deposit in the amount stated in an
appraisal report obtained by Property Owner, at Propert3' Owner's cost. The appraiser shall have been approved by
the CITY prior to commencement of the appraisal. To the extent that such off- site improvements, or the
consmaction of any substantial infrastructure on-site, substantially benefit other property owners or other portions of
the jurisdiction of limits of the CITY, the CITY agrees to assist Property Owner to the fullest extent possible in
obtaining reimbursement or other fair share contribution by such other benefited property owners. Such assistance
may include, without limitation, conditioning the approval of development projects proposed by such benefited
property owners upon such owners' contribution, on a fair share, pro-rata basis, to the construction costs of such
improvements. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the CITY agrees that with respect to the
infrastructure improvements identified in Section 2E above, which are adjacent to and benefit other properties
(whether such properties are undeveloped or developed), any further discretionary approvals sought by such
property owners shall be conditioned to require fair share reimbursement to Proper~y Owner for construction and
related costs incurred in providing such improvements to the extent legally permissible.
3. Public Financing
The Panics hereby acknowledge that substantial public improvements must be
constructed in order to develop the Park Site and the School and the remainder of the Project Site and that public
financing of a substantial portion of these improvements will be critical to the economic viability of the Revised
University Project. Subject to the CITY's ability to make all fundings required by applicable law and complying
with all applicable legal procedures and requirements, the CITY agrees to cooperate with and assist Property Owner
to the fullest extent possible in developing and implementing a public financing plan for the construction of the
public infraslructure improvements. The implementation of such plan may include, without limitation, the
formation of one or more assessment districts, or Mello-Roos community facilities districts, or the issuance of
bonds, certificates of participatinn, or other debt securities necessary to implement such plan. The Parties
acknowledge that it is Property Owner's intention to request that the Etiwanda School District act as the lead agency
for the plan, possibly with a joint powers agreement with CITY, for school facilities fees, the Park improvements,
the storm drain improvements, and other CITY facilities. If the Etiwanda School District declines to act as the lead
agency, CITY agrees to act in that capacity. All formation costs shall be borne by Property Owner subject to
reimbursement by the Community Facilities District.
K. Creation of the Landscape and Street Lighting Maintenance Districts
The CITY agrees to promptly form the necessary Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Disu'icts
("LMD') pur.,;uant to California Streets and Highways Code Sections 22500 et seq. (the "Landscaping and Lighting
Act of 1972") for the Revised University Project development to encompass the Project Site as well as the area
being annexed by the CITY in accordance with the Settlement and Pre-Annexation Agreement. The Property
Owner shall pay for the formation of the LMDs. The Parties agree that the LMD's must be established no later than
recordation of the final tract map and that the CITY may create LMD's which allow annexation of other areas. The
Parties also acknowledge that assessments for LMD's are collected annually in June, and to the extent that
assessments are not collected through the LMD for the period ending June 2001, the CITY may request, and
Property Owner agrees to provide, a reasonable cash deposit to fund the LMD. The CITY shall promptly upon
receipt of assessments the following June reimburse Property Owner for any such cash advances to fund the LMD's.
Section 3. ANNUAL REVIEW
A. Good Faith Compliance
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65865. I, the CITY shall, once every twelve (12)
months during the term of this Development Agreement, review the extent of good faith substantial compliance by
Property Owner with the terms of this Development Agreement; provided, however, that it is intended that this
review shall apply to the Project Site as a whole, as opposed to each individual Property Owner who may own a
parcel comprising the Project Site. In connection with such annual review, Property Owner shall provide such
information as may be reasonably requested by the CITY in order to determine whether any provisions of this
Agreement have been breached by Property Owner. If at any time prior to the review period there is an issue
concerning a Property Owner's compliance with the terms of this Development Agreement, the provisions of this
Section 3 will apply.
B. Certificate of Comnliance
If Property Owner is found to be in compliance with this Development Agreement after annual
review, the Community Development Dh'ector shall, upon written request by Property Owner, issue a certificate of
compliance ("Certificate of Compliance") to Property Owner stating that based upon information known to the
CITY, the Development Agreement remains in effect and Property Owner is not in default. The Certificate of
Compliance shall be in recordable form and shall contain such information as shall impart consm~ctive record notice
of compliance. Property Owner may record the Certificate of Compliance in the Official Records of the County of
San Bemardino.
C. Finding of Default
If, upon completion of the annual review, the Community Development Director intends to find
that Property Owner has not complied in good faith with the material terms of this Development Agreement (a
"Default"), he shall first give written notice to such effect to Property Owner. The notice shall be accompanied by
copies of all staffrepons, staffmcommendations and other information concerning Property Owner's compliance
with the terms of this Development Agreement as the CITY may possess and which is relevant to determining
Property Owner's performance under this Development Agreement. The notice shall specify in detail the grounds
and all facts allegedly demonstrating such noncompliance, so Property Owner may address the issues raised on a
point-by-point basis. Property Owner shall have twenty (20) days after its receipt of such notice to file a written
response with the Community Development Director. Within l0 days after the expiration of such 20-day response
period, the Community Development Director shall notify Property Owner whether he has determined that Property
Owner is in Default under this Development Agreement ("Notice of Default"). Such Notice of Default shall specify
the instances in which Property Owner has allegedly failed to comply with this Development Agreement and the
terms under which compliance can be obtained. The Notice of Default shall also specify a reasonable time for
Property Owner to meet the terms of compliance, which time shall not be less than tha-ty (30) days from the date of
the Notice of Default, and which shall be reasonably related to the time necessary to bring Property Owner's
performance into good faith compliance.
D. Right to Anneal
Upon receipt of a Notice of Default, Property Owner may appeal the Community Development
Director s dee's'on directly to the City Council. Such appeal shall be initiated by filing a written notice of appeal
with the City Clerk within ten (I0) calendar days following Property Owner's receipt of the Notice of Default. The
hearing on such appeal shall be scheduled in accordance with Section 17.02.080 of the CITY's Development Code.
At the hearing, Property Owner shall be entitled to submit evidence and to address all of the issues raised by the
Notice of Default. If, after considering all of the evidence presented at the hearing, the City Council finds and
deterr~nes on the basis of substantial evidence that Property Owner is in Default, then the City Council shall specify
m writing to Property Owner the instances in which Property Owner has failed to comply and the terms under which
compliance can be obtained, and shall also specify a reasonable time for Property Owner to meet the terms of
compliance, which time shall not be less than thirty (30) days from the date of such writing from the City Council
and which shall be reasonably related to the time necessary to bring Property Owner's performance into good faith
compliance.
E. Prol:,ertv Owner's Cure Rights
If Property Owner is in Default under this Development Agreement, it shall have a reasonable
period of time to cure such Default before action is taken by the CITY to terminate this Development Agreement or
to otherwise amend or limit Property Owner's rights under this Development Agreement. In no event shall such
cure period be less than the time set forth hi the £mding of Default made under Sections 3C or 3D above (as
applicable) or less than the th'ne reasonably necessary to cure such Default. Any such cure period shall be extended
by the force majeure circumstances described hi Section 2D5 above.
Section 4. ENFORCEMENT
A. Enforceable by Either Parry
Subject to all requirements mandated by applicable state or federal or other law, this Development
Agreemem shall be enforceable by any of the Parties.'
B. Cumulative Remediv~
In addition to any other rights or remedies, any of the Parties may institute legal action to cure,
correct or remedy any Default (to the extent otherwise permitted herein and in Government Code Section 65864 et
seq. or any successor laws and regulations), to enforce any covenant or agreement herein in this Development
Agreement or to enjoin any threatened or attempted violation, including suits for declaratory relief, specific
performance, and relief in the nature of mandamus. All of the remedies described above shall be cumulative and not
exclusive of one another, and the exercise of any one or more of the remedies shall not constitute a waiver or
election with respect to any other available remedy. The provisions of this Section 4B are not intended to modify
other provisions of this Development Agreement and are not intended to provide additional remedies not otherwise
pertained by law.
C. Attorneys' Fees
In any legal proceedings brought by either party to enforce any covenant or any of the Parties'
rights or remedies under this Development Agreement including, without limitation, any action for declaratory or
equitable relief, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and ali reasonable costs,
expenses and disbursements in connection with such action. Any such attorneys' fees and other expenses incurred
by either of the Parties in enforcing a judgment hi its favor under this Development Agreement, shall be recoverable
separately from and in addition to any other amount included in such judgment, and such attorneys' fees obligation
is intended to be severable from the other provisions of this Development Agreement and to survive and not be
merged into any such judgment.
Section 5. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
A. Successors and Assigns
Subject to the provisions of Section 1C above, the terms of this Development Agreement shall be
binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties, and their successors and assigns. Insofar as this Development
Agreement refers to Property Owner, as defmed herein, if the rights under this Development Agreement are
assigned, the term "Property Owner" shall refer to any such successor or assign.
B. Project as a Private Undertaking
It is specifically understood and agreed by and between the Parties that the Revised University
Project is a private development, that neither party is acting as the agent of the other in any respect under this
Development Agreement, and that each of the Panics is an independent contracting entity with respect to the terms,
covenants and conditions contained in this Development Agreement. No parmership, joint venture or other
association of any kind is formed by this Development Agreement. The only relationship between the CITY and
Property Owner is that ora government entity regulating the development of private property and the owner of such
private prope~'.
C. Captions
The captions of this Development Agreement are for convenience and reference only and shall in
no way define, explain, modify, construe, limit, amplify or aid in the interpretation, construction or meaning of any
of the provisions of this Development Agreement.
D. Mort~,agee Protection
1. Discretion to Eucumber. T/ds Development Agreement shall not prevent or limit
Property Owner, in any manner, at Property Owner's sole discretion, from encumbering the Revised University
Project or any portion of the Revised University Project or any improvement on the Revised University Project, by
any mortgage, deed of mast or other security device securing financing with respect to all or any pan of the Revised
University Project or any improvement thereon (a "Mortgage").
2. Effect of Defauh. This Development Agreement shall be superior and senior to any
Mortgage subsequently placed upon the Property, or any portion thereof, or any improvement thereon, including the
lien of any mortgage or deed oftrnst. Despite the foregoing, breach of any provision of this Development
Agreement shall not defeat, render invalid, diminish or impair the lien of any Mortgage made in good faith and for
value.
3. Mortgagee Not Obligated. Notwithstanding anything in this Development Agreement to
the contrary, (al) any holder of the beneficial interest under a Mortgage ("Mortgagee") may acquire title to or
possession of all or any portion of the Revised University Project or any improvement thereon pursuant to the
remedies provided by its Mortgage, whether by judicial or nonjudicial foreclosure, deed in lieu of foreclosure, or
otherwise, and such Mortgagee shall not have any obligation under this Development Agreement to consU'uct, fund
or otherwise perform any aff'u'mative obligation or afl-u'mative covenant of Property Owner hereunder or to
guarantee such performance, and Mortgagee may, a/ter acquiring title to all or any portion of the Project as
aforesaid, assign or otherwise transfer the Project or any such portion thereof to any person or entity, and upon the
giving of notice of such assignment or transfer to the CITY and the assumption by the assignee or transferee of the
obligations of the Property Owner with respect to the Property or portion thereof so acquired which arise or accrue
from and after the date of assignment or transfer, Mortgagee shall be relieved and discharged of and from any and
all further obligations or liabilities under this Development Agreement with respect to the Project or portion thereof
so assigned or transferred; and (b) the consent of CITY shall not be required for the acquisition of all or any portion
of the Project by any purchaser at a foreclosure sale conducted pursuant to the terms of any Mortgage, and such
purchaser shall, by virtue of acquiring title to the Project or such portion thereof, be deemed to have assumed all
obligations of Property Owner with respect to the Project or portion thereof so acquired which arise or accrue
subsequent to the date of purchase, but such purchaser shall not be respomible for an) prior defaults of Property
Owner; provided, however, that in either of the instances referred to in clauses (a) and (b) above, to the extent any
obligation or covenant to be performed by Property Owner is a condition to the granting ora specific benefit or to
the performance of a specific covenant by CITY, the performance thereof shall continue to be a condition precedent
to the CITY's granting of such benefit and performance of such covenant hereunder.
4. Notice of Default to Mort~;agee: Right ofMortt, a~ee to Cure If a Mortgagee files with
the CITY Clerk, a written notice requesting a copy of any Notice of Defanlt given Property Owner under this
Development Agreement and specifying the address for delivery thereof, then the CITY shall deliver to such
Mortgagee, concurrently with delivery thereof to Property Owner, any notice given to Property Owner with respect
to any claim of the CITY that Property Owner has not complied with the terms of this Development Agreement or is
otherwise in Default under this Development Agreement. Each such Mortgagee shall have the right (but not the
obligation) for a period of thirty (30) days after the expiration of any cure period given to Property Owner with
respect to such Default, to cure such default; provided, however, that if any such Default cannot, with diligence, be
remedied or cured within such thixty (30) day period, then such Mortgagee shall have such additional time as may be
reasonably necessary to remedy or cure such Default, if such Mortgagee commences to remedy or cure within such
thirty (30) day period, and thereafter diligently pursues and completes such remedy or cure. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, if the Default is of a nature which can only be cured by Mortgagee by obtaining possession, such
Mortgagee shall be deemed to have remedied or cured such Default if such Mortgagee shall, within such thirty (30)
day period, commence efforts to obtain possession and carry the same forward with diligence and continuity through
implementation of foreclosure, appointment of a receiver or otherwise, and shall thereafter remedy or cure or
commence to remedy or cure the Default within the cure period specified in Section 3E above.
5. Bankruntcy. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 5D4 above, if a Mortgagee is
prohibited from commencing or prosecuting foreclosure or other appropriate proceedings in the nature thereof to
obtain possession of the Project Site by any process or injunction issued by any court or by reason of any action by
any court having jurisdiction of any bankruptcy or insolvency proceeding involving Property Owner, Mortgagee
shall for the purposes of this Development Agreement be deemed to be proceeding with diligence and continuity to
obtain possession of the Property during the period of such prohibition if Mortgagee is proceeding diligently to
terminate such prohibition.
6. Amendment to Development Agreement. The CITY and Property Owner agree not to
modify or amend this Development Agreement or to allow this Development Agreement to be modified or amended
xn any way, or cancel this Development Agreement, without the prior written consent of each Mortgagee, which
consent shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. Notwithstanding anything stated above to the contrary, the
CITY and Property Owner shall cooperate in including in this Development Agreement, by suitable implementing
agreement from time to time, any provision which may reasonably be requested by a proposed Mortgagee for the
purpose of implementing the mortgagee-protection provisions contained in this Development Agreement and
allowing such Mortgagee reasonable means to protect or preserve the lien of the Mortgage on the occurrence of a
default under the terms of this Development Agreement. The CITY and Property Owner each agree to execute and
deliver (and to acknowledge, if necessary, for recording proposes) any implementing agreement necessary to effect
such request; provided, however, that any such implementing agreement shall not in any material respect adversely
effect any rights of the CITY under this Development Agreement or be materially inconsistent with the substantive
provisions of this Development Agreement, the Revised University Project Entitlements and the Existing Laws.
E. .Consent
Where the consent or approval of any of the Parties is required in or necessary under this
Development Agreement, unless the context otherwise indicates, such consent or approval shall not be unreasonably
withheld.
F. ~nt re Agreement
This Development Agreement and the documents attached to and referred to in this Development
Agreement constitute the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter of this
Development Agreement.
G. Further Actions and Instruments
Each of the Parties shall cooperate with and provide reasonable assistance to the other to the extent
contemplated under this Development Agreement in the performance of all obligations under this Development
Agreement and the satisfaction of the conditions of this Development Agreement.
H. ~
This Development Agreement including, without limitation, its existence, validity, construction
and operation, and the fights of each of the Parties shall be determined in accordance with the laws of the State of
California.
I. Recording
The CITY Clerk shall cause a copy of this Development Agreement to be recorded in the office of
the Recorder of the County of San Bemardino no later than ten (10) days following the effective date of this
Development Agreement.
J. Time
Time is of the essence in this Development Agreement and of each and every term and condition
of this Development Agreement.
K. Waiver
The failure of any of the Parties at any time to seek redress for any violation of this Development
Agreement or any applicable law or regulation or to insist upon the strict performance of any term or condition shall
not prevent any subsequent act or omission of the same or similar nature which would have originally constituted a
breach of or default under tiffs Development Agreement from having all the force and effect of an original breach or
default, and such subsequent act or omission may be proceeded against to the fullest extent provided by this
Development Agreement. No provision of this Development Agreement shall be deemed to have been waived by a
party unless the waiver is in writing and signed by any of the Parties.
L. Partial Invalidity
If any term, covenant, condition or provision of this Development Agreement is held by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remainder of the provisions of this Development
Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and shall in no way be affected, impaired or invalidated thereby.
M. Notices
All notices between the CITY and Properly Owner and any transferee under this Development
Agreement, shall be in writing and shall be given by personal delivery, mail or facsimile. Notice by personal
delive~ or facsimile shall be deemed effective upon the delivery of such notice to the party for which it is intended
at the address set forth below (or, in the case ora n'ansferee, at the address specified by such transferee in a written
notice to CITY). Notice by mail shall be deemed effective upon receipt or rejection of the addressee. The Panics'
current address are as follows:
To CITY: City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
Arm: Commumty Development Director
With copies to: Mr. James Markman
City Attorney
Richards, Watson & Gershun
One Civic Center Circle
Brea, California 9282 l
To Property Owner: U.C.P., Inc.
5109 La Palina, Suite D
Anaheim Hills, California 92807
Arm: Mr. Bruce Elieff
Mr. Ben Anderson
With copies to: Gresham, Savage, Nolan & Tilden
600 N. Arrowhead Avenue, Suite 300
San Bernardino, California 92401
Arm: Mr. Mark Ostoich
Ms. Penny Alexander-Kelley
Either of the Parties may change its mailing address or the person to whom notices are to be sent at any time by
giving wrinen notice of such change to the other of the Parties in the manner provided above.
N. Indemnification
Property Owner hereby agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the CITY and its Council
members, representatives, agents, officers, attorneys, and employees (the "Indenmified Parties") from and against
any third party claim, action, or proceeding against the Indemaified Par6es to attack, set aside, void, or annul the
approval of this Development Agreement; provided, however, that Property Owner's obligations under this Section
are subject to and conditioned upon the CITY and Proper~ Owner entering into a mutually satisfactory joint defense
agreement under which the CITY shall cooperate fully with ProperVd Owner in the defense of any such claim, action
or proceeding, Property Owner will be entitled to coordinate and direct the prosecution and defense of such claim,
action, or proceeding, and Property Owner shall retain settlement authority with respect thereto. The CITY and
Property Owner agree not to unreasonably withhold or delay their approval of such joint defense agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have duly executed this Development Agreement as of the
day and year frrst above wrinen.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA U.C.P., Inc.
a California corporation
By:. By:
Mayor Name: Brace Elieff
Its:
ATTESTED TO:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Ci/~ AHomey
Attorneys for U.C.P,, Inc.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT SITE
U.C.P. owned property is described as follows:
BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PORTION OF SECTIONS 20 AND 29, TOWNSHIP I NORTH, RANGE 6
WEST, SAN BERNAKDION BASE AND MERIDIAN, IN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, IN THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA.
Excepting therefrom the Intex ovmed properties further described as follows:
THE SOUTH ~ OF THE SOUTHEAST ¼ OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 29
AND THE NORTH ~ OF THE NORTHEAST ¼ OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF
SECTION 29 AND THE SOUTH ~A OF THE SOUTHWEST ¼ OF THE SOUTHEAST 'A OF THE NORTHWEST
¼ OF SECTION 29 EXCEPTING THE WESTERLY 330 FEET, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 6
WEST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN, IN SAN BERNARIDNO COUNTY, IN THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA.
EXHIBIT "A"
LEGEND
~ SINGLE FAMILY
(7,200 SF = ~INIMUM LOT SIZE)
P~UC (P~( & ~L~. SCHOOL)
RANCHO ETIWANDA
ADOPTED UNI~RSI~
P~NNED DE~LOPME~
WQson Avenue
RANCHO ETIWANDA
TRACT !'!.'!.94
BANYAN COMMERCIAL 81TE
~ ~r~a 9.1 ACRE OPTION
"°' "'"'"' )1 ~-"'J EXHIBIT C
RANCHO ETIWANDA
BANYAN COMMERCIAL
RESIDENTIAL OPTION
15 LOTS
65' 88' 63'
II
98' . ..~- ~ ._.~?j.
99' ( ~2' ~ ~
~oo'
~oy ~ ~
106'
106'
108'
100'
- RANCHO ETIWANDz
A~A G
LOTTING OPTION
~'"~ ""-'"" "" {~ EXHIBIT E
ROUT~ 30 TO VINTAGE DRIVI~
N.T.$.
WILSON AVENUE TO NORTH PROPEFR'~ UNF
N.T.S.
RANCHO ETIWANDi
~: DaY CREEK BOULEVARI~
~D ~N~ STREET CROSS SECTION
'~ ~'-'~ ""' EXHIBIT F
ROUTE 30 TO VINTAGE DRNF Wll ~ AVENUE TO NORTH PROPERTY LII'~
N.T.~. N.T..~.
)
I~_~. _ ,
TREE
WASHIGTONIA
ROBUSTA
I
~"~"~ SHRUBS &
GROUND COVI
~.' WALK I I O' WALK
JBS &
GROUND COVER CANOPY TREE
RIVER ROCK PYRUS CALLERYANA
VINTAGE DRIVE TO WILSON AVENL.~
N.T.~.
RANCHO ETIWANDA
STREETSCAPE EXHIBIT
--- ~1~ I EX.,~,t ~-~
LU
~3
10' WALK ~ .
MEDIAN
DAYCREEK BLVD. BUS STOP SECTION
EAST SIDE
// RETAINING W~ ,
LL
~ RETAINING WALL
S~R~SS ~ ~- o.c.
LOT ~3S LOTS 16, 17
DAYCREEK BLVD, LOTS 16, 17, & 3~
EAST SIDE
RANCHO ETIWAND
STREETSCAPE EXHIBIT
EXH,~,T ~-~
ENTRY MONUMENT
DNDARY ENTRY MONUMENT (S)
, RANCHO ETrWANDA
- '~-'' J '~1"~"~ INTERSECTIONS
EXHIBIT G
<,~_~'~.._._,~ ;~:~: .. ~ ~,.~.j .NOTE:
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS ON
~; ~____.~,-~----- FILE WITH C'~ FOR EXACT
~"~ ~'~'~ DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS,
~ ~.m~ P~NS DATED 10/1/99
DAY CIL~2~C I~LV'D
RANCHO ETIWAND~.
INTERSECTIONS
-- ~'~ '~- EXH,Bn' ~-~
1/4 SEC. LINE
AND
F"I/
,:,.,'--ZI-~--IA ~ _L ~ Al_ II~-""'"l ~-.._
t~) SEc'noN
~ 1520'
240 .........
S,B. CO. FLOOD CONTROL PROPERTY
~ SCE ....
~ ~ EX~ST~NG 16" CORRIDOR
3 I
ac u. CCWD WATERLINE j
PROPOSED w o uJ ~
C,L. ~ -~
3o .l 96" ac~ --
3 E MWD PIPELINE -PROPOSED
~ W/CHAIN
O' GATE
FUTURE C&G BANYAN
PROPOSED EQUESTRIAN W ..
PROPOSED TRAIL ~
8.B. CO. FLOOD CONTROL PROPERTY n -
~rO 0
RANCHO F,?IWANDA
,,: BANYAN AVENUE
~.'u'J'~. SN~:¢R~v~ FULL WIDTH IMPROVEMENTS I I /
glaring - Land Planning ___
* '.~'._~";7..._~'J"~ .....
Banyan Offsite Full Width Construction
UCP Incorporated
Rancho Etiwanda
685 LOT.~; 280 ACRES
DATE ESTIMATED: 2/22/00
DATE PRINTED: 4/8/00
ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering
~ ITEM AMOUNT
CONSTRUCTION
AC PAVING 56,200 S.F. $2.00 $112,40
CURB AND GUTTER 2,610 LF $10.00 $26,10
SIDEWALK 5,440 S.F. $3.00 $16,32
EQUESTRIAN TRAIL 15,520 S.F. $3.00 $46,56
10' x 8' x 130' BOX CULVERT 1 EA. $200,000.00 $200,00
6' x 4' x 130' BOX CULVERT I EA. $200,000.00 $200,00
72" RCP 130 LF $282.00 $36,66
HEADWALL 2 EA. $20,000.00 $40,00,
RIPRAP 14,000 TON $15.00 $210,00~
CATCH BASIN 2 EA. $5,000.00 $10.00~
CONCRETE DRIVEWAY 450 SF $5.00 $2.25~
AC DRIVEWAY (TO PL) 3,720 SF $5.00 $18.6OI
6' CHAIN LINK FENCE 2,190 LF $15.00 $32,85(
6' x 12' CHAIN LINK GATE 6 LA. $1,000.00 $6.00(
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY ROW 105,600 SF $1.00 $105,60(
STREET LIGHTS 7 EA. $1,500.00 $10,50(
LANDSCAPING 7,150 SF $4.00 $28,60(
Sub Total Full Width Construction $1,11
ENGINEERING 6% $66,14(
SURVEY 5% $55,12;
PLAN CHECK/INSPECTION 8% $88,1
CONTINGENCY 20% $220,48E
TOTAL FULL WIDTH CONSTRUCTION $1,532,39~
Notes:
Box Culvert costs are market projections
EXHIBIT H-1
__ L! .! ,! ,! ,! ,! ,!,~ LEGEND
,J~ SLOPES HIGHER THAN '[2..:
Wilson Avel3ue
EXHIBIT I-4
EXHIBIT I-3
.,~ RANCHO ETIWAND.~
": ~Pl ~--~LMD SLOPES EXHIBIT
e~o~ c~ ~ 'STAT~ HIGHWAY
RIVER ROCK
36" HIGH CRIB WALLS OR
RETAINING WALLS AS APPROVED
BY CITY ENGINEER.
4' WALK
WILSON AVENUE
RANCHO ETIlgAND~
LIVE) SLOPES EXHIBIT
EXHIBIT I-1
4' WALK --
PAYCREEK BLVD.
WEST SIDE
RANCHO ETIIgANDA
~ SLOPES EXI-III~'I'
RIVER ROCK
4' WALK
VINTAGE DRIVE
RANCHO ETIWAN
LMD SLOPES EXHIBIT
----. '"-~ -~) ~'O EXHIBIT I-3
~.o-~
RIVER ROC
1 O' WALK
DAYCREEK BLVD.
EAST SIDE
RANCHO ETIWANDA
~ SLOPES EXHIBIT
--~--. '~ )/'Jl' [ EXHIBIT I-4
36" HIGH
RETAINING WALL --
4'_ WALK
HANLEY AVENUE
I~ANCHO ETIWAND~
LIVE) SLOPES EXHIB~ '"'"
TALL NARROW
UPRIGHT TREE
FLOWERING MEDIUM SHRUB
CASCADING GROUND COVER
/ 4' HIGH RETAINING
WALLS (2)
~ 10' WALK
· ~ ~'~ -
PRIVATE SLOPE EXHIBIT
RANCHO ETIWANDA
PRIVATE SLOPE FXH~B~T
EXHIBIT I-6
il s.c.~.
Intermediate
School Site
Avenue
· EI.~LRD E.N'OJ~,~'~'O AREA H
,~"~' ~ ,~ I EXHIB~ d
· ~CLUDE$ 30 LOT~ OWN~ BY
ET1WANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT
RANCHO ETIWANDA
715 LOTe LOTTING EXHIBIT
A T.I.A.RD
"~' ~ ~ EXHIB~ K
WIDE UAX. LEGEND
PASEO
~ PASEO LOCATION
WIDE MAX;.
PASEO
PAS wUson Ivenue
8' WIDE MAX.
PASEO
8' WIDE MAX. ~
PASEO
8' WIDE MAX.
PAS EO
20' WIDE STORI
DRAIN EASEM!
AND PASEO
NAP
Elementar~
School Site
WIDE MAX
PASEO latex
PASEO
8' WIDE MAX
PASEO
20' WIDE
PASEO
8' WIDE MAX- NAP
PASEO
8' W, DE MAX RANCHO ETIWAN
PASEO STAU
"': ~o~ ~o .o, PASEO EXHIBIT
~D ~G~ER~G
RANCHO ETIWANDA
~ PASEO CROSSECTIO.
---' ~:)) ~"'~ EXHIBIT L-1
,¢' t- 0
Avenue
INSTALLED BY
ge Drive
;tote Highwoy
30
RANCHO ETIWANDA
HANSEN AGGREGATE
HAUl_ ROAD
SCALE: 1"= 100'
RANCHO ETIWANDA
BANYAN/SUMMIT AVE. INTERSECTI¢
I ....5' "'.",'~-..' ' ~ '~ ~.'.:' '" !' ;','."': ".'ii,ii
I -..,':,.. ...,, ,. ~ ~--.. ! '
.. .. I . .-..i" '"!' ~:-.',..;. '""
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,e ,'., :,:i::;~il ~ ' '!
Ill ~ *''
,! ii,
!
· .:., ,'{
wil~o, a,en.e ...: ,.,:~ , .~ ::, · LEGEND
~" ~ I '-, .... :--. ':, ;.: ~ ; :.'~'
o, o I ....... "::: ~', I~ , ' '
m; ~1 "' .: / ' :~ ' " ".~'
. __ .__ -- --~ Ba~n ~/'-'~: II I ' Surest Avenue
I I I~:~'.~! i':~ r ..." ~ ~m ~ : ~
I · ';:t~ 'ii ' ' ,,L : ~ ' ' ~' '
I I;il j; ~11~ .U,L.:~' ' ' ~ ; :,:'"'
· ' ~ · I" ~ ::" ' .' : ~ '; ·
~~., , :.,,,~ =~1~ ~)'.~ ~., .. RANCHO ETIWANDA
mot ~ .i ~ ; I ...:J .i3 · : ' .... ' ~ .-'. ' .. '".
rm~ ~lro~ e2~ '1 i ~ "'"~"~ .~-.. ~ . .; .':' : ~ ,...
~1~- ~." '.: ' '. I ~' " .ouT~ 3o ' :'"' IMPACT FEE AN~Y81S
' ' .t '~:'; -': ' ;:2 t~' ' .....
Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga
DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATED: 4115/00
DATE PRINTED: 4/21/00
ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering
Total Transportation Costs $3,028,800.00
Total Area Acres 508
Fee Per Acre $5,962.20
PER ACRE BASIS
Parcel APN Acres Lots % of Project Fee Per Acre Fair Share Amount Comments
UCP 232 685 46% $5,962.20 ' $1,383,231.50 No school or park
~Crest 240 660 47% $5,962.20 $1,430,929.13 660 lots exclude Park
~ School Lots 12 30 2% $5,962.20 $71,546.46 30 lots
Intex Commercial 225-101-34 5 15 1% $5,962.20 $29,811.02
Inlex Lots 225-161-45 5 15 1% $5,962.20 $29,811.02
Kolo 225-161-66 5 20 1% $5,962.20 $29,811.02
Chun 225-161-65 5 20 1% $5,962.20 $29,811.02
Chang 225-161 - 13 4 16 1% $5,962.20 $23,848.82
Total 508 100% $3,028,800.00
EXHIBIT N - 1
Transportation Impact Fee Analysis. City of Rancho Cucamonga
DAY CREEK AREA. Etiwanda North
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATED: 4/15100
DATE PRINTED: 4/21/00
ESTIMATED BY: Aliard Engineering
ITEM ESTIMATED UNIT UNIT
ITEM QUANTITY MEASURI PRICE AMOUNT
FACILITY
1 ETIWANDA Avenue. 25th street to LADWP 1320 LF $240.00 $316,800.0
2 DAY CREEK BLVD. RL30 to Wilson 4300 LF $240.00 $1,032.000.0
3 DAY CREEK BLVD. North of Wilson 800 LF $225.00 $180,000.0,
4 WILSON AVE. - East of Day Creek 1400 LF $240.00 $336,000.01
5 WILSON AVE.. West of Day Creek 1050 LF $220.00 $231,000.0~
6 BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Rochester 1320 LF $155.00 $204,600.0(
7 BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Hanley 1380 LF $180.00 $248,400.0C
8 Traffic Signals 3 EA $160,000.00 $480,~
TOTAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS $3,028,800.0(
EXHIBIT N - 2
Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga
DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATED: 4/15/00
DATE PRINTED: 4/21/00
ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering
ITEM ESTIMATED UNIT UNIT
NUMBER ITEM QUANTITY PRICE AMOUNT
MAJOR ROAD
ETIWANDA Avenue - 25th street to LADWP Corridor
Excavation 2.2 CY $1.60 $3.52
Fine Grade 78,0 SF $0.20 $15.60
5" AC over 12" AB 60,0 SF $1.50 $90.00
1" AC Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24,00
8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00
8" Curb Only 2.0 LF $6.00 $12.00
4" P.C,C, Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00
Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00
Median Landscaping SF $3.00 $0.00
Signing & Striping 4.0 LF $0.50 $2.00
Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0,15 $9.00
Sub Total $171.12
Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $17.11
Contingencies 30% $51.34
TOTAL $239.57
Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $240.00
DAY CREEK BLVD - Rt.30 to Wilson & WILSON AVE. - East of Day Creek
Excavation 2.2 CY $1.60 $3.52
Fine Grade 78.0 SF $0.20 $15.60
5" AC over 12" AB 60,0 SF $1.50 $90,00
1' AC Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24.00
8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00
8" Curb Only 2.0 LF $6.00 $12,00
4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00
Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00
Median Landscaping SF $3,00 $0.00
Signing & Striping 4.0 LF $0.50 $2.00
Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0,15 $9.00
Sub Total $171.12'
~ltility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $17.11
Contingencies 30% $51.34
TOTAL $239.57
Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $240.00
EXHIBIT N -3
Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga
DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATE[): 4/15/00
DATE PRINTED: 4/21100
ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering
NUMBER~ ITEM ] QUANTITY ] MEASURE PRICE AMOUNT
DAY CREEK BLVD - North of Wilson
Excavation 2.2 CY $1,60 $3,52
Fine Gra(~e 78.0 SF $0.20 $15.60
5" AC over 12' AB 60.0 SF $1.50 $90.00
1' AC Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24.00
8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00
4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00
Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00
Signing & Striping 4.0 LF $0.50 $2.00
Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0.15 $9.00
Sub Total $159.12
Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $15.91
Contingencies 30% $47.74
TOTAL $222.77
Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $225.00
WILSON AVENUE - West of Day Creek
Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08
Fine Grade 60.0 SF $0.20 $12.00
5" AC over 12" AB 60,0 SF $1.50 $90.00
1' AC Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24.00
8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00
4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00
Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0,00
Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50
Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0.15 $9.00
Sub Total Collector $153.58
Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $15.36
Contingencies 30% $46.07
TOTAL $215.01
Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $220.00
EXHIBIT N - 4
Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga
DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATED: 4/15/00
DATE PRINTED: 4121/00
ESTIMATED BY: Ailard Engineering
ITEM ESTIMATED UNIT UNIT
NUMBER ITEM QUANTITY MEASURE PRICE AMOUNT
BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Rochester
Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08
Fine Grade 44.0 SF $0.20 $8.80
5" AC over 12" AB 40.0 SF $1.50 $60.00
1" AC Cap 40.0 SF $0.40 $16.00
8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00
4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00
Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00
Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50
Fog & Seal Coating 40.0 SF $0.15 $6.00
Sub Total Collector $109.38
Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $10.94
Contingencies 30% $32.81
TOTAL $153.13
Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $155.00
BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Hanley
Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08
Fine Grade 50.0 SF $0.20 $10.00
5" AC over 12" AB 48.0 SF $1.50 $72.00
1" AC Cap 48.0 SF $0.40 $19.20
8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00
4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00
Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00
Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50
Fog & Seal Coating 48.0 SF $0.15 $7.20
Sub Total Collector $126.98
Utility/Right of Way AJlowance (10%) $12.70
Contingencies 30% $38.09
TOTAL $177.77
Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE'* $180.00
EXHIBIT N - 5
SECTION A ~"~"
N.T.S.
DAY ~ BOULEVARD - ~ 30 TO W~LSON
WiI.~ON A~U[ -- ~ OF DAY CR~ BOU~D
N.T.S.
R~
~C~ON C
N.T.S.
NO~
R~ ~ SO~
SEt'ON E
N.T,S.
~: ~NSPO~A~ON
~ ~a~ IMPACT ~E A~YSIS
Tract 14497 · ....
Not a Pe. rt /i
RANCHO ETIWANDA
HANL~ A~NUE
I
'~" ' Not a Part
I.
I
Park Site ....................... i .... '
School Site J -
RANCHO ETIWAN
SIDEWALK EXHIBIT
13527
, , , Conditioned to build
~ ~'~Wilson Avenue Half Width [mprovements
including the medJe~
~ _ .Tract 12659
~l I I I I J'/' ~'~'~ '1' I"[~.~ Centex Homes
$'148,152.40 in '
Cucamonga Account
14120
Conditioned to build
Full Width (66' ROW)
Improvements
]~ Park Tract 13812
Panda Development
$200,000.00 in
it City of Rancho
, Cucamonga Account
.... . ..-_. :-:' L'~..i '~ i' ." ~--Tract 13812
JZZ~ '. ': ....... / Panda Development
~[.~J~l '; - ~--~-'~ ~ : $25,000.00 in
"'J~zz~=J~- - .~1 ~_ i..":'" -.. City of Rancho
Cucamonga Account
~ IL 'ql' -
RANCHO E?];WANDA
STREET IMPROVEMENT DEPOSIT:
,,o, ~--.. EXHIBIT Q
Storm Drain Cost Sharing Proposal. City of Rancho Cucamonga
DAY CREFK STORM DRAIN
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATED: 4/15/00
DATE PRINTED: 4/21/00
ESTIMATED ElY: Allard Engineering
This proposal allows for the UCP project to participate in the cost of the
Baseline Avenue and Victoria Storm Drain Systems.
Costs and acreage assumptions are prelimina,%, from the developers
and are subject to further review and approval.
Facility
Baseline Ave System $230,349.96
Victoria System $335,260.00
UCP ~;196,805.00
Total $762,414.96
Total Acres 199.60
Cost Per Acre $3,819.71
Property Acres CostJAcre Fair Share
K & B - Baseline 21.1 $3,819.71 $80,595.97
RDA Parcel 19.8 $3,819.71 $75,630.34
Horrero 28.3 $3,819.71 $108,097.91
K&B Victoria 19.1 $3,819.71 $72,956.54
Lyon 26.3 $3,819~71 $100,458.48
UCP 60.0 $3,819.71 $229,182.85
Intex,Kolo etc. 25.0 $3,819.71 $95,492.86
TOTAL 199.6 $666,922.10
Note:
ActuaJ Master Planned Limits and Construction Costs to be verified after construction.
EXHIBIT R
'i: HOOL
CONNEC'~ON
Rancho Etiwanda Park Site
RANCHO ETIWANDA
PARK SITE
EXHIBIT S
'"~'~' Note: Product Specifications
Cucamonga Standard:
RANCHO ETIWAND
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
"--,,~ .o..,.,,~.,~ Note: Product Specifications
· ,,~ ~o, "~ ~'~ ," ~ ~,~ --*, ,-0. are per City of Rancho
· ,,----==~-~ ,~.~-,~*°'""'~'"'"~'°"'°"~ Cucamonga Standard:
RANCHO ETIWANDA
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
~ ~ \ L~'z~ EXHIBIT S-2
Rancho Etiwanda
DATE ESTIMATED: 4/15100
DATE PRINTED: 4/21100
J ESTIMATEDI UNIT I
ITEM I QUANTITY I MEASURE I
Park -~,~cape Per 10-19.99 Plans
24' Box Tipu Trees 8 EA.
24" Box Elms 31 EA.
24" Box Evergreen Pear 19 EA.
24" Box Plum
15 Gallon Plane Tree 11 EA.
54 EA.
15 Gallon Pine Mondel 43 EA.
48" Box Pine Canary 25 EA.
36' Box Crepe Myrtle 11 EA.
24" Box Flame Tree 13 EA.
24' Box Camphor 43 EA.
Shrub/Ground Cover
Lonicera 24,572 SF
Myoporum 5,684 SF
Star Jasmine 1,662 SF
Turf - per City of Rancho Cucamonga seed mix 314,298 SF
Cobble 30,657 SF
Park Hardscape Per 10-19-99 Plans
Tot Lot area with 1,500 sf ADA rubber surface 1 EA.
Lighted Basketball Courts 4 EA.
Parking stalls with access to school parking 65 EA.
Restroom Building (per plan) 1 EA.
Entry Monumentation with Signage 1 EA.
Picnic Tables (1 HDCP) 14 EA.
Two-Bin Trash Enclosure I EA.
Drinking Fountain 2 EA.
BBQ Grill 12 EA.
Trash Receptacles 2 EA.
Bench 8 EA.
!.,200 sf Wood Arbor Structure 2 EA.
EXHIBIT S - 3
.---.
RANCHO ETIWANDA OPEN SPACE
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
NORTHERLY PORTION:
THAT PORTION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 22,
TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, SAN BEKNARDINO MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF
SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT
OF SAID LAND APPROVED BY THE SURVEYOR GENERAL, DATED NOVEMBER 13,
1885, LYING NORTHERLY AND NORTHWESTERLY OF THE NORTHERLY AND
NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN STRIP OF LAND BEING 85 FEET W]I)E
AS CONVEYED TO THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA. A PUBLIC CORPORATION, BY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 31, 1969,
IN BOOK 7363, PAGE 582, OFFICIAL RECORDS.
TOGETHER WITH THAT PORTION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF
SECTION 22, TOWNSI-I~ 1 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN,
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE
OFFICIAL PLAT OF SAID LAND APPROVED BY THE SURVEYOR GENERAL, DATED
NOVEMBER 13, 1885, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING ON A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1/4, SAID POINT
BEING N 00°05'03" E, 344.33 FEET FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID
NORTHEAST 1/4; TI-[ENCE N 89°54'57'W, A DISTANCE OF 1322.81 FEET TO A POINT
ON THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SAID SECTION 22,
TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST.
SOUTHERLY PORTION:
THAT PORTION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 22,
TOWNSHIP I NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST. SAN BERNARDINO MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF
SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT
OF SAID LAND APPROVED BY THE SURVEYOR GENERAL, DATED NOVEMBER 13,
1885, LYING SOUTHERLY AND SOUTHEASTERLY OF THE SOUTHERLY AND
SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN STRIP OF LAND BEING 85 FEET WIDE
AS CONVEYED TO THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA, A PUBLIC CORPORATION, BY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 1, 1969,
IN BOOK 7363, PAGE 582, OFFICIAL RECORDS.
EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE SOUTHERLY 50 FEET AS CONVEYED TO THE
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO RECORDED SEPTEMBER 26, 1949, IN BOOK 2464,
PAGE 510, OFFICIAL RECORDS.
EXHIBIT C
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,on Avem,e
JCK ACTIVATED
TRAFFIC SIGNAL (TO
BE INSTALLED BY
HANSEN AGGREGATE)
;tare Highway
~te. 30
RANCHO ETIWANDi
SE'I-rLEMENT AGREEMENT
EXHIBIT D
~-//~-25- O; 11:25AM; 9099412782 => R CUCAMONGA COM OEV; #2
~ ~.~'/2S/O0 T'~ 1i:27 FAZ 9099412782 Ins'cltutional De¥ ~002
~/ The Alta I.oma Gardens Homeowners Asseoiation, Inc.
J/. Craig Justice, Negotiating Committee Chairperson
. 6330 Haven Avenue, Alta I. oma, CA 91737
Tel. 909.466-28~2, Fax 909.941-2783, ejuetice~ chaffey.cc.ca.ue
July 21, 2000
The City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Attn: Dcbra Meier
Dear Ms. Meier,
This letter is in support of the project being d~veloped by Evergreen Devco at Haven
Avenue and Alta Loma Drive, which is adjacent to The Alta Loma Gardens ~esi&-ntial
development (formerly Imow~ as ~ Garden Apa~huen~ of Alta Lonm'). I am the board-
appoin~l representative who has liaison ~.spons/bilitie~ with the City, developer~, and others
who are h~volved in discussions about proposed projects near our property.
After several mouth* of detailed negotiationS, I am please ~o mpor~ that Everg~en and The
I_oma Gardens Homeowners Association have successfully ceacluded an agreement that both
panics sapport. This agreement addresses all the relevant issueS of engress, egress, a_~¢ss by
public safety vehicles, compcasation~ and mitigations to thc satisfaction of all 25 of tl~ unit
owne~ iu ou~ community. The Board of Directors of The Alta Loma Gardens Homeowners
Association, Iuco~/xrrated, have voted unanimously to approve all executable documents
involved in this transaction, Our legal counsel, Mr. Charles Doskow, has reviewed the
documents and is also satisfied that they are sufficient and adcq,.~ate in addressing the interests of
the homeowners.
We fccl that Evergrecn's development is in the best interests of Tbe Alta Loma Gardens
and The City of Rancho Cucamonga We recommend approval of thc project by the Plan~ing
Commission.
cc: Judy Piette, Board Pres/dent
Jcannc Nichols, Board Member
~ Elbc~ Board Treasurer
Nancy Mitchell, Board Sc~wtary
Sylvia Raeca~ Board Member
THE C ~ T Y OF II
~ANCHO CUCA~IONGA
StaffRe rt
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO:. Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Debra Meier, AICP, Contract Planner
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 99-49 -
EVERGREEN/DEVCO INC. - The development of a drugstore with a drive-
through window for prescription orders, consisting of a 13,813 square foot
building on a 1.52 acre parcel in the Office Professional (OP) District, located at
the northwest corner of Haven Avenue and Alta Loma Drive. - APN: 201-262-37.
Related file: Tree Removal Permit 99-37.
TREE REMOVAL PERMIT 99-37 - The removal of up to seven trees of mixed
species ranging in size from 18 feet to 2 feet 8 inches generally along the west
project boundary. Actual number of trees to be removed will be based on final
wall alignment in the field.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
A. Surroundinq Land Use and Zoning:
North - Shopping Center
South - Vacant land
East Shopping Center
West Residential condominiums
B. General Plan Desiqnations:
Project Site - Office/Professional
North - Neighborhood Commercial
South- Office/Professional
East Neighborhood Commercial
West Medium Residential (8-14 dwelling units per acre)
C. Site Characteristics: The project site is vacant land. A concrete block wall borders the
north end of the site while mature trees and shrubs border the western boundary of the
site. The southern boundary was once lined with mature Eucalyptus trees, which have
been removed to facilitate the construction of Alta Loma Drive, which was per[ormed by
Caltrans in association with Route 30 construction. Several mature trees along the
ITEM C
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 99-49 - EVERGREEN DEVCO, INC.NVALGREEN'S
July 26, 2000
Page 2
western project boundary are being protected in-place by adjusting the placement of the
boundary wall. A scattered variety of trees along Haven Avenue were also recently
removed to facilitate roadway widening and construction. Any trees which must be
removed are subject to the conditions of a Tree Removal Permit with appropriate
replacement on-site.
D. Parkinq Calculations:
Number of Number of
Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces
of Use Footaqe Ratio Required Provided
General Retail 13,813 1 space/250 SF 56 57
ANALYSIS:
A. General: Evergreen Devco, Inc. proposes the development of a pharmacy with drive-thru
window on behalf of Walgreen's. The drive-thru window is located on the north building
wall. All drive-thru traffic enters the window from the east and then must U-turn to the east
to exit the site (Exhibit "A"). The 1.5 acre site will include a 13,813 store with required on-
site parking, loading area, and landscaping. The loading activities will occur on the west
side of the building in a gated delivery zone. An 8-foot high sound wall will be constructed
along the western site boundary (not on the property line) to eliminate any potential for
noise impacts to the adjacent neighborhood. The applicant has designed the site based
upon discussions with the condominium homeowners immediately west of the site to
address landscaping and access concerns.
B. Desiqn Review Committee: The Design Review Committee (McNiel and Fong) reviewed
the project on November 16, 1999, and again on January 18, 2000 (McNiel, Stewart and
Coleman). The developer originally presented to the Committee essentially the same
building that was approved earlier in 1999 for a Walgreen's located at the southeast corner
of 19th Street and Highland Avenue (Conditional Use Permit 99-10). However, because of
the unique characteristics of this site, and particularly the relationship to the existing
residential condominiums, the Committee requested several variations to the building
architecture and the Site Plan.
At the first Committee meeting in November, the discussion focused on the Site Plan
issues related to the tight design of the site and the potential conflict between the loading
area and the customer drive-thru circulation. In addition, the loading area is situated
adjacent to an existing residential condominium neighborhood. The Committee felt
potential for future conflict due to noise and disturbance with the neighborhood should be
avoided and it recommended that the applicant consider variations to the drive-thru and
loading/delivery area design and function.
Also at the November meeting, the Committee considered the material sample board and
the building architecture. The Committee approved the material sample board as
presented; however, the Committee requested additional attention to architectural details
including the entry tower and plaza and entry plaza area, and suggested incorporating
pedestrian accessible colonnades along the south and east building elevations.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 99-49 - EVERGREEN DEVCO, INC.NVALGREEN'S
July 26, 2000
Page 3
The project returned to the Committee in January 2000. The drive-thru customers are now
directed to the prescription window from the east, and then will be directed to U-turn back
to the east. The loading area is now independent of the customer traffic and will be gated
and accessible only during the delivery periods. In addition, the applicant modified the
wall along the west property boundary in order to preserve the majority of the mature trees
that exist between the Walgreen's parcel and the residential neighborhood.
The revisions made to the circulation through the drive-thru pharmacy were found to be
acceptable, including the re~ocation of the gated loading area. Although the Committee
still had concerns about the potential to generate excessive noise in the loading area; it
recommended approval of the Site Plan subject to the following conditions (which have
since been incorporated into the Site Plan and site design):
1. The applicant sha~l pursue with the noise consultant whether the use of noise
absorption material can or should be added to the building wall to eliminate the
"reverberation" of sound between the wall and the building.
2. The planters that direct traffic into the drive-thru pharmacy shall be expanded, and
more pronounced, in order to direct traffic into the drive-thru lane, as wetl as provide
additional landscaping in this location at the rear of the building.
The Committee also recommended approval of the landscape concept subject to the
following conditions:
1. The wall along the west boundary shall be designed using split face block, which is
consistent with the block used on the buitding wainscot. The pilasters shall be
designed using fluted block of the same integral color.
2. The landscaping along the west property line shall be designed to not only preserve
the existing trees where feasible, but also to supplement the landscaping for
buffering and screening purposes. Therefore, tree replacement and density of
landscaping shall be incorporated as follows: Pinus Elderica at 10-feet on center; a
double row of shrubs for a distance of 60 feet south of the delivery gate; a single row
of shrubs from the delivery gate north to the maintenance access gate; a double row
of shrubs from the maintenance gate to the north property boundary; all sh. rubs shall
be planted 3-feet on center or as recommended based on the chosen species.
3. Vines shall be placed on the west side (facing the condominium project) of the west
boundary wall.
4. The Haven Avenue streetscape is a Special Boulevard, which must include the
following design elements: undulating mounding along with the use of river rock
and/or boulders; and informal massing of shrubbery which can be used to screen the
parking lot. The street tree shall be Magnolia Grandiflora "Majestic B~auty" (used
within the street right-of-way). The background tree (used behind the right-of-way)
shall be informal grouping of Brachychiton Populneus (Bottle Tree).
5. The trees used along Alta Loma Drive shall be Lagerstroemia Indica "Catawba"
(Crape Myrtle) at approximately 20-feet on center.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 99-49 - EVERGREEN DEVCO, INC./VVALGREEN'S
July 26, 2000
Page 4
6. Accent trees shall be used at project entries, and entry and building plaza areas.
The recommended accent tree is a Palm species.
The applicant has addressed the building design along the east elevation through
incorporating the arcade along the entire elevation, wrapping the north side of the building.
In doing so, the foundation planters have been removed, and tree wells have been added
in front of the colonnade columns. The Committee approved this revision; however,
recommended that the applicant work with staff to resolve any remaining design details,
prior to the project's being forwarded to the Planning Commission for review and approval:
1. Incorporate additional trim on the arches along the colonnades.
2. Incorporate additional tile accent elements and vary the color patterns for additional
variety.
At this time, the applicant has satisfactorily responded to the issues raised by the
Committee and any outstanding design items have been included as conditions of
approval.
C. Technical Review Committee: The Technical Review Committee Reviewed the project on
November 3, 1999. All requirements of the Committee are included as conditions of
approval.
D. Environmental Assessment: An Initial Study was prepared for the project. The attached
Resolution contains mitigation measures for air quality impacts during construction of the
project, noise impacts due to location of the loading zone in relation to the adjacent
residential neighborhood, and biological resources related to the preservation and
replacement of trees along the westerly boundary.
E. Neiqhborhood Meetinqs: The applicant conducted two neighborhood meetings, along with
numerous meetings between the applicant and the condominium homeowners'
representatives. The primary focus was the residents of the condominiums located
immediately west of the site; however, the notice for the neighborhood meeting did include
all properties within 300 feet of the project boundary. The first meeting was held on
January 19, 2000, with approximately 20 residents in attendance. The general questions
ranged from whether an ABC license is being requested, to the hours of operation and
delivery. The primary concern raised by the condominium residents was the revision of
the access into their neighborhood which has been necessitated by not only the proposed
Walgreen's, but also by the construction of Alta Loma Drive west of Haven Avenue, which
was recently completed by Caltrans. Walgreen's has proposed, as a part of this project, to
create a second means of access for emergency purposes into the condominium
neighborhood. In addition, the Walgreen's representatives have been assisting the
residents in the location of a primary access from Alta Loma Drive further to the west with
a separate property owner.
CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners
within a 300-foot radius of the project site.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 99-49 - EVERGREEN DEVCO, INC.ANALGREEN'S
July 26, 2000
Page 5
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve issuance of
the Mitigated Negative Declaration and adopt the Resolution of Approval for Conditional Use
Permit 99-49 subject to all conditions of approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Buller
City Planner
BB:DM:mlg
Attachments: Exhibit"A" - Site Plan
Exhibit "B" - Site Cross Sections
Exhibit"C" - Landscape Plan
Exhibit "D" - Building Elevations
Exhibit "E" - Tree Removal Permit
Exhibit"F" - Initial Study
Resolution of Approval with Conditions
Landscape Legend
· FROM CONSTRUCTION
Existinfl tree Note
Landscape Plan
PERPEND/CULAR TO ~ ~
~ALL NON-TURF AREA ARE TO RE- CEIVE A 2" TOP-DRESS OF GRA /NiTE MULCH
0~
ELEVATION
~OUTH ELEVATION
NO~TH ELEVATIO~
Tree Removal Permit
Development
Ordinance No. 276, pertaining to the preservation of trees on private property, requires that no person remove or relocate any
woody plants in excess of fifteen (15) feet in height and having a single trunk circumference of fifteen (15) inches or more and
multi-trunks having a circumference of thirty (30) inches or more (measured twenty-four (24) inches from ground level), without
first obtaining a Tree Removal Permit from the City.
Location of Subject Site: ~%'[1J~(~2 't'~ ~ ~t-~ ~...[~/'V~
Name, Address, Telephone of Applicant: 6"J"'C.'Y-~
Name, Address, Telephone of Prope~ Owner (if other than applicant): y[~ ~ I~
Reasons for Removal (a.ach necessa~ sheet(s):
Proposed Method of Removal: ~ ~
Applicant's Signature: ~~ ~ ~ Date:
This application shall include a plot plan indicating location of all trees to be removed and retained. The species, number,
and size of the trees to be removed shall be so designated. If a tree is diseased, then a writ*ten statement from a licensed
arborist stating the natpre of. the disease shall be required. (-~.,
[] APPROVED [] DENIED
BY: Reasons:.
Date:
Date/rime Received Received By ~ ~ Fees Received Receipt No.
ENVIRONMENTAL
INFORMATION FORM
c,~0,.~.c~ocuc.~o~. (Part I - Initial Study)
(909) 477-2750
The purpose of this form is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed
project so that the City may review the project pursuant to City policies, ordinances, and
guidelines; the California Environmental Quality Act; and the City's Rules and Procedures
to Implement CEQA. It is important that the information requested in this application be
provided in full.
INCOMPLETE APPI. I~A TIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure
that the application is complete at the time of submittal; City staff will not be available to pedorm work required lo provide missing
information.
Applicalion Number for the project lo which lhi$ form petlains: ~ a~ ~--~l a~
Name & Address of developer or project
Contact ~erson & Add.ss:
Telephone Number: (~0~' '"]'~"~* ~ ~ [ ~
Name & Address of person preparing this form (if different from above):
Telephone Number:
Information indicated by astedsk (*) is not required of non-construction CUP's unless otherwise requested by staff.
°I) Provide a fU~ sca~e (8~1/2 x11) c~py ~f the USGS Quadrant Sheet(~) which inc~udes the pr~ject site~ and indicate the
2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from the north, south, east and west;
views into and fr~n! the site from the pdmary access points which serve the site; and representative views of significant
features f~m the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph.
3) ProjectLocation(describe): ~O~J~hV~'- COY~ ~- ~V'C/Ct ~ Al"~
4) Assessor's Parcel Numbers (attach additional .sheet if necessary):
°5) Gross$iteArea(ac/$q. ft.): ~:~1 ~J~ ~.J~' :. '~' ''
'6) Net Site Area (tatar site size minus ama ot'~b/'ic '~'t'm'ot'~ & P~'~bsedi~e'dicati~;s}.'. . ~, '~0 ~.'~"
7) Describe any proposed gerieral l~)an'ame.ndrhent or ~o,ne'chahge which Wou/d affect the project site (attach additional sheet
8) Include a description of all permits which wifl be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental
agencies in order to fully implement the project:
INITSTD1 .WPD - 4~96
9) Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists before the project including infon~ation on topography, soil stability, plants
and animals, mature trees, trails and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on site
(including age and condition) and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of significant features descdbed. In addition,
site all sources of information (i.e., geological and/or hydrologic studies, biotic and archeological surveys, traffic studies):
1 O) Descn'be the known cultural and/or historical aspects of the site. Site all sources of information (books, published reports and
oral history):
11) Descdbe any noise sources and their levels that pgv~ affect the site (aircraft, roadway noise, etc.) and how they will affect
proposed uses:
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12) Descfibe the pmposed project in detail. This should provide an adequate deacfiption of the $ite in terrns of ultimate use which
will result from the prosed project. Indicate if there are proposed phases for development, the extent of development to occur
with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each incmment. A~ach additional sheet(a) if necessa~:
..... ,,
13) De$cdbe the su~munding properties~ inc~uding inf~tmati~n ~n p~an~s and anima~s and any cu~ural, hist~dcal. ~r scenic aspects.
Indicate the type of land use (residential. commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses, shops,
department a/ores, etc.) and scale of development (height, frontage, setback, rear ya~l, etc.):
14) ~11 the pmpoxed pmlect change the peseta, *cele or chamctor of tho ~u~unding gene~l e~e of the project?
INITSTD1 .WPD - 4/96 Paoe 4
15) Indicate the type of short-term and long-term noise to be generated, including source and amount. How will these noise levels
affecl adjacent properties and on-site uses, What methods of sound proofing are proposed?
17) Indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drains:
18) indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further cladfication, please contact
the Cucamonga County Water District at 987-2591.
a. Residential (gal/day) V~ [ ~ Peak use (gal/Day)
b. Commercial/Ind. (gal/day/ac) [ l").--(JO Peak use (gal/min,/ac)
19) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal. -- Septic Tank X Sewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach
pen:olation tests. If discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See
Attachment A for usage estimates). For further cladfication, please contact the Cucamonga County Water Distdct at 987-2591.
a. Residential (gaUday)
b. Commercial/Ind. (gal/day/ac)
RE IDENTIA PR T:
20) Number of residential unit$:
Dqtached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size:
AttachEd (indicate, whether units are rental or for sale units):
21) Anticipated range of sale prices and/or rents:
Sale Price(s) $ $
Rent (per month) $. $
22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit type:
23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type:
24) Indicate the expected number of school children who II be residing within the project: Contact the appropriate School
Districts as shown in Attachment B:
a. Elementary:
b. Junior High:
c. Senior High
25) Describe type of use(s) and majorfunction(s) of comm~ /iai. industrial or institutional uses; d ~'b~
26) Total floor ama of commercial, industrial, or institutional uses by type:
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Maximum Shift: ~ ~0~~(~-~
Time of Maximum Shift: ~ ~ ~
29) Pr~vide broakd~wn ~f anticipated j~b c~a$si~ca~i~n$' inc~uding wage and sa~ar~ £anges~ as we~ as an indicati~n ~f ~he rate
of hire for each classification (a~acfl additional sheet if necessa~):
30) Estimation of the number of workers to be hired that cumently reside in the City:
'3 I) For commercial and industrial uses only, indicate the source, type and amount of air pollution emissions. (Data should be
verffied through the South Coast Air Quality Management District. at (818) 572-6283):
adequate service to the proposed project? IfaD, please indicate their response.
33) In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials?
Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, bul are not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances; pesticides and
herbicides; fuels, oils. solvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above.
Please list the matedals and descdbe their use. storage, and/or discharge on the property, as well as the dates of use. if
known.
34) W?II the proposed project involve the temporary or Iong-tenm use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic
matedals, including but not tim#ed to those examples listed above ? If yes, provide an inventory of afl such materials to be
used and proposed method of disposal. The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be
shown and labeled on the application plans.
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for
adequale evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and
correct tot he best of my knowledge and belief, I further understand that additional information may be required to be submitted
before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
INITSTD1.WPD - 4/96 m-~.~, a
City of Rancho Cucamonga
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
INITIAL STUDY PART II
BACKGROUND
1. Project File: Conditional Use Permit 99-49
2. Related Files: Tree Removal Permit 99-37
3. Description of Project: The development of a drugstore with a drive-through window for
prescription orders consisting of a 13,813 square foot building on a 1.52 acre parcel in the
Office Professional (OP) District, located at the north west corner of Haven Avenue and Alta
Loma Drive. - APN 201-262-37.
4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
Evergreen DEVCO, Inc.
2929 Camelback Road, Suite 100
Phoenix, Arizona 85016
5. General Plan Designation: Office Professional (OP)
6. Zoning: Office Professional (OP)
7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The project site is vacant land overgrown with
weeds and grasses. A concrete block wall borders the north end of the site, mature trees
and shrubs border the western boundary of the site. The southern boundary was lined with
mature Eucalyptus which have been removed to facilitate the construction of Alta Loma
Drive which is being preformed by CaITrans. Several mature trees along the western
project boundary are being protected in place by adjusting the placement of the boundary
wall. A scattered variety of trees along Haven Avenue will be removed to facilitate roadway
widening and construction. Any trees which must be removed are subject to the conditions
of a Tree Removal Permit with appropriate replacement on-site.
Surrounding land uses include Chaffey Plaza to the north (NC), vacant land to the south
(OP), Shopping Center on the east side of Haven Avenue (NC), including McDonalds, Union
76 gas station, supermarket and other in-line tenants, and an existing residential
condominium project (M) who's construction pre-dates incorporation.
8. Lead Agency Name and Address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
9. Contact Person and Phone Number:
Debra Meier, Contract Planner
(909) 477-2750
Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga
Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Parle ?
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environm,gntal factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at
least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless
Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the
following pages.
(x) Land Use arid Planning (x) Transportation/Circulation ( ) Public Services
( ) Population and Housing (x) Biological Resources ( ) Utilities and Service Systems
(x) Geological Problems ( ) Energy and Mineral Resources (x) Aesthetics
(x) Water ( ) Hazards ( ) Cultural Resources
(x) Air Quality (x) Noise ( ) Recreation
(x) Mandatory Findings of Significance
DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
( ) I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment.
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
(x) I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,
there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described
on an attached sheet have been added to the project, or agreed to, by the applicant. A
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
( ) I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
( ) I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at
least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based upon
the eadier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially Significant
Impact" or "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated." An
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but must analyze only the effects that
remain to be addressed.
( ) I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,
there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects
1) have been analyzed adequately in an eadier EIR pursuant to applicable standards, and
2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or
mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
Signed: ~AiCP~~
Contract Planner
June 26, 2000
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Parle 3
Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation
is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation
Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to
mitigate the significant effects identified.
Significanl
1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or
policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction
over the project? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the
vicinity?. ( ) ( ) (x) ( )
d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an
established community? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
a/b) The proposed project is consistent with the existing General Plan Land Use and
zoning designation of Office Professional.
c/d The existing land uses in the immediate vicinity of the project include the following:
North - Existing development established in the Neighborhood Commercial District.
South - Undeveloped land, Office/Professional District.
East - Existing development established in the Neighborhood Commemial District.
West - Existing residential condominium development, which was established prior
to incorporation. The zoning of the site is presently Low-Medium Residential (8-14
dwelling units per acre).
Land uses surrounding the project site to the north, south, and east are consistent
with, and compatible with, the proposed project. A vadety of design elements have
been included in the project in order to address compatibility issues with the existing
residential condominium complex located immediately adjacent to the west
boundary. The proposed project boundary wall has been moved off of the property
line in order to allow the preservation of existing mature trees. Landscaping will
include a dense planting of shrubs and trees to screen the truck loading zone and
the westem elevation of the store from view of the residences. The project boundary
wall will be constructed of split-face block with fluted-block columns for added
architectural detailing. The building elevations include variation in the roof-line along
with the use of crown molding and tile accent details to provide appropriate aesthetic
value to the west elevation. With these considerations the proposed project would
be compatible with the adjacent residential development.
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2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local
population projections? ) ( ) (x)
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either
directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an
undeveloped area or extension of major
infrastructure)? ) ( ) (x)
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable
housing? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
Comments:
The proposed project is consistent with the existing General Plan Designation of
Office/Professional. No existing housing will be displaced by the proposed project.
3, GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS, Would the proposal result in
or expose people to potential impacts involving:
a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) ) (x)
b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) ( ) ) (x)
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) ( ) ) (x)
d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) ) (x)
e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? ( ) ( ) (x) ( )
g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
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Comments:
a-c) The project site is not located within a Geotechnical Hazard zone as identified on
Figure V-4 of the City General Plan. No known faults pass through the site, it is not
in an Alquist-Pdolo Special Studies Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City
Spedal Study Zone along the Red Hill Fault. The Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue
Fault, passes within one mile south of the site, and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies
approximately 2¼ miles northerly. These faults are both capable of producing rv~ 6.0
- 7.0 earthquakes, respectively. Aisc, the San Jacinto fault, capable of producing up
to Mw 7.5 earthquakes is 10 miles northeast of the site and the San Andreas, capable
of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is 13 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can
produce strong ground shaking. Liquefaction could occur at the site if a strong
earthquake coincided with an extended pedod of heavy rains raising the local water
table. The site is otherwise located on stable soils. Adhedng to the Uniform Building
Code will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant.
d) The site is not located near a body of water.
e) The site is relatively fiat so landsliding or mudflows are not likely to occur.
f) The topography of the site will be modified by the grading and construction of the
proposed project. The General Plan (Figure V-2) indicates that the site is located
within the Tujunga-Soboba soil association. On-site grading will be preformed under
the supervision of a licensed civil engineer, based on an approved grading and
erosion control plan, and a site specific soils investigation. The resulting impact will
not be significant.
4. WATER. Will the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns,
or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? ) ( ) (x) ( )
b) Exposure of people or property to water related
hazards such as flooding? ) ( ) ( ) (x)
c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of
surface water quality (e.g., temperature,
dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any
water body?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of
water movements? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either
through direct additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an aquifer by cuts or
excavations, or through substantial loss of
groundwater recharge capability? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
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g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
h) Impacts to groundwater quality?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of
groundwater otherwise available for public water
supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
a) The absorption rate will be altered due to the increase in pavement, hardscape, and
building coverage. All runoff will be conveyed to existing and/or proposed drainage
system facilities, which will be designed to accommodate the anticipated flows. The
impact is less than significant.
b) There are no special flood hazard areas within or near the project site. NO IMPACT.
e) The project will not alter the course or direction of water movement. Surface runoff
that currently reaches the site from off-site areas will be conveyed to the existing
and/or proposed drainage facilities, which have been designed to handle the
anticipated flows. NO IMPACT.
5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal:
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to
an existing or projected air quality violation? ( ) (x) ( ) ( )
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) ( ) (x) ( )
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or
cause any change in climate? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
a/b) Air quality impacts may occur during the site preparation including grading and
equipment exhaust as it is used on-site. Major sources of emissions dudng this
phase include exhaust emissions from construction vehicles and equipment and
fugitive dust generated as a result of construction vehicles and equipment traveling
over exposed surfaces, as well as soil disturbances by grading activities. NOX and
PM~0 levels will be exceeded on a daily basis dudng construction. The following
mitigation measures will be required to reduce short-term construction impacts to
less than significant:
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Page ?
1) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-
site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The
construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans include
a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in
accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
2) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or diesel-powered equipment
in-lieu of gasoline powered engines where feasible.
3) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans
include a statement that work crews will shut-off equipment when not in use.
c/d) The proposed Walgreen pharmacy will not generate emissions that could cause
climatic changes or objectionable odors.
6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) Increased vehicle tdps or traffic congestion? ( ) (x) ( )
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g.,
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? ( ) ( ) (x)
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to
nearby uses? ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ( ) ( ) (x)
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ( ) ( ) (x)
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting
altemative transportation (e.g., bus tumouts,
bicycle racks)? ( ) ( ) (x)
g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
a) The proposed project will result in increased vehicle tdps at this location. Alta Loma
Road improvements are being completed by CalTrans as part of the SR-30 work
scope, improvements to Haven Avenue along the project frontage will be required
at the time of development. The proposed project is consistent with the General
Plan land use for the area and the surrounding streets have been designed in
anticipation of future development. The resulting impact is less than significant.
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Parle 8
7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal
result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their
habitats (including, but not limited to: plants,
fish, insects, animals, and birds)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Locally designated species (e.g., hedtage trees,
eucalyptus windrow, etc.)? ( ) (x) ( ) ( )
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g.,
eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, dpadan, and
vernal pool)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
b) The project site is vacant land overgrown with weeds and grasses. A concrete block
wall borders the north end of the site, mature trees and shrubs border the western
boundary of the site. The southern boundary was lined with mature Eucalyptus
which have been removed to facilitate the construction of Alta Loma Ddve which is
being preformed by CalTrans. Many mature trees along the western project
boundary are being protected in place by adjusting the placement of the boundary
wall. The proposal requires that a total of 12 trees be removed. Of the total, ten
trees meet the cdteda for requiring a Tree Removal Permit (15' in height and 15" in
diameter), these range in size from 18" in diameter to multi-trunk clusters of
approximately 2'-8".
1. Trees that are to be retained shall be protected in-place by a construction
barrier in accordance with Municipal Code Section 19.08.110 and so noted
on the grading plans.
2. Tree replacement shall consist of Pinus Eldarica (24" Box min. size) at 15-
feet on-center along the western boundary (adjacent tot the loading zone).
8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the
proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation
plans? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and
inefficient manner? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
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c) Result in the loss of availability of a known
mineral resource that would be of future value to
the region and the residents of the State? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
c) The project site is not located in a Classified or Designated Mineral Resource area
by the State Mining and Geology Board as identified by the San Bemardino County
General Plan.
9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A dsk of accidental explosion or release of
hazardous substances (including, but not limited
to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Possible interference with an emergency
response plan or emergency evacuation plan? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential
health hazard? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of
potential health hazards? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable
brush, grass, or trees? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
a/c There is no evidence of commercial or industrial uses other than pdor vineyard
cultivation. No evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes or
discolored soils are observed. There was no indication of underground storage tanks
or illegal dumping of refuse on-site.
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Parle 10
Potentially Unless T~an
10, NOISl-'. Will the proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise levels? ( ) (x) ( ) ( )
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) (x) ( ) ( )
Comments:
A Noise Study was prepared by RKJK and Associates, Inc. dated August 1999, to analyze
the impacts of noise on the adjacent residential condominium residents located immediately
west of the site. An acoustical study has been completed to determine the extedodinterior
noise exposure and the necessary noise mitigation measures for the proposed Walgreen's
store. The results of this analysis indicates that delivery trucks, autos and speakerphone
noise impacts are the principal source of community noise that will impact the existing
residents located west of the site.
The Leq noise levels measured in the existing residential community ranged from 49.8 dBA
Leq to 53.6 dBA Leq. The development of the Walgreen's project will generate noise
extedor noise levels ranging from 62,2 to 62.8 dBA Leq. With the construction of an 8-foot
high sound barrier, these levels can be reduced to 55.6 to 57.3 dBA Leq.
The following mitigation measures were recommended by the Noise Analysis to minimize
the potential noise impacts resulting from the development of this project.
t) During construction the project shall comply with the following:
a) All construction vehicles or equipment fixed or mobile, operated within
1,000 feet of a dwelling unit shall be equipped with properly operating
and maintained mufflers.
b) All operators shall comply with the City Ordinances with respect to
hours of construction activity to minimize noise impacts.
c) During construction best efforts shall be made to locate stockpiling
and/or vehicle staging areas as far as practical from existing residential
dwellings.
2) Construct an 8-foot high noise barrier along the western proJect boundary to
protect the existing residential development from potential noise impacts of
loading and service activities. The noise barrier shall be constructed of split-
face masonry block consistent with the building wainscot.
3) Limit truck deliveries activities to the hours between 7:00 a.m, and 10:00 p,m,
4) Reduce delivery truck noise by minimizing engine idling time during deliveries,
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Page 11
11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an
effect upon or result in a need for new or altered
government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
e) Other governmental services? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments
a-f) Fire Protection - The site, located on the west side of Haven Avenue north of Alta Loma
Drive, is served by either of two tim stations located near 19th and Amethyst Stme~ or near
Banyan Street and Milliken Avenue, approximately 2 miles from the project site. Standard
conditions of approval from the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will be placed on the
project.
Police Protection - The proposed Walgreens pharmacy and drugstore may incrementally
increase the need for routine police protection services, this is consistent with the City of
Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the
City Council.
Schools - The proposed Walgreens store will not increase the need for schools because the
number of employees at this proposed store will not be significant to impact the population
and housing in the immediate area. Nevertheless, development impact fees have been
established by the school district for commercial development, which will be payable pdor to
the issuance of building permits.
Parks - The proposed Walgreens store will not incrementally increase the need for park and
recreation services, because the number of anticipated employees is not a significant impact
to the immediate area.
Public Facilities - The proposed Walgreens store may incrementally increase traffic on
adjacent streets, this is consistent with the expectations of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
General Plan. The appropriate development impact fees have been adopted by the City
Council to address incremental impacts to the citywide circulation system.
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Conditional Use Permit 99.-49 Page 12
12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies or
substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
b) Communication systems? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution
facilities? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( (x)
Comments
a-g) Existing utility systems are available immediately adjacent to the site. The proposed
project will not require major modifications or alterations to the existing utility system.
13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposah
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) (x) ( )
Comments:
a/b) The proposed Walgreen's Pharmacy is located on an in-fill parcel at the corner of
Haven Avenue and Alta Loma Ddve. Commercial development has occurred
immediately north and east of the parcel, with a residential condominium cempiex
located immediately to the west. The residential condominiums are estimated to be
over 30 years old with significant mature landscaping which provides the setting for
a very unique and secluded community. The Walgreen's development proposal has
addressed mature trees at and near the property line, and has adjusted the location
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Pacje 13
c) The minimum requirement for lighting in the proposed parking lot is 1 foot-candle
which could create light or glare on surrounding properties, particularly to adjoining
residential condominiums. Vehicle headlights would be shielded from adjoining
properties by the block wall and solid view-obstructing gate on the west property line.
All other light fixtures are required, by Standard City Codes, to be shielded from
shedding light on the adjoining property. Therefore, the impact will be less than
significant.
14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposak
a) Disturb paleontological resources? ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) ( ) (x)
c) Affect historical or cultural resources? ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change
which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ( ) ( ) (x)
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within
the potential impact area? ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments
a-e) No cultural resources have been observed on-site or on adjacent properties. As
development of the proposed store will impact a surface area of approximately 1%
acres, and that the adjacent and surrounding areas have been disturbed, the likelihood
of unearthing cultural resources is minimal and impacts are considered less than
significant.
15. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or
regional parks or other recreational facilities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments
a) The proposed Walgreens Store will not incrementally increase the need for park and
recreation services because only a minimal number of new employees will be created
as a result of this development.
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Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Page 14
b) The proposed Walgreens Store will have no impact to existing recreational
opportunities. The surrounding propedies have been developed with either retail of
office park development.
16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the
potential to degrade the quality of the
environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a
fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self-sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restdct the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or
eliminate important examples of the major ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
periods of California history or prehistory?
b) Short term: Does the project have the potential
to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of
long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term
impact on the environment is one which occurs in
a relatively brief, definitive pedod of time. Long-
term impacts will endure well into the future.) ( ) ( ) (x) ( )
c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that
are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection with
the effects of past projects, the effects of other
current projects, and the effects Of probable
future projects.) ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have
environmental effects which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings,
either directly or indirectly?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x)
Comments:
a) The proposed Walgreens Store will be include 13,813 SF of space on a 1~ acre
parcel. The site will be completely landscaped. No endangered or sensitive
species or habitats will be effected by this project.
b) The proposed Walgreens Store will impact approximately 1~ acres and grading will
be limited to preparing the pad for the building foundation and development of the
parking and landscaped areas surrounding the building. There are sensitive
receptors nearby that would be significantly affected by noise and fugitive dust
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EARLIER ANAL.Y~
Earlier analyses may be u..~d where, pumuant to the ~ierlng, program EIR, or o~her CEQA pmca.~.
one or mere e~/ee~ Ilave been adequately analyze~l in an eadier EIR or Negative DecJaral~on per
Seclion 15063(cX3XD), The effect~ idenlJfied above foi' l~is pmjecl we~e within the scope of and
adequamly anatyz'ed i~ Ihe f~Jo~i~g eadler docu~eflt[s) pursuit ~appliC~ble I~l st~n~an~s, and
such effects were acidm__~--~d by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis, The f~[owing
earlier analyses were ~ll~d in ~m~ietbg this Initial Study end ara available for review in the City
of Rancho C~can3~la, Plafl~i~g Oivieien offset, 10~00 OIvl~ Center Drive (check ell that apply);
(x) General Plan EIR
(Certified Ap~l 6, 1881)
(x) Master Environmental A~ser~ment for the 1888 Genera[ Pl&n Update
{SCH ,~taO301 la, ~1ifie~t Jenualy 4, 1988)
(x) Phase I F.~vimnn~al~al Site Asse~sment - Northwest Con, er Haven Avenue and Nra
t. oma Drive, prepared by Klazan & A',eo~iates, Inc. dated April 19. t999,
(x) Noise Analy~i~ - Nod~we~t C~mer Haven Avenue and Alta t.oma Drive, prepared
by RKJK & Aero, iotas, In~. de~d August 3, 1~99.
~PLICANT CERTIFICATION
I cattily that I am ~he applicant for the project described In this Inillal Study. I ac~no~edgo that I
have reed this Initial Sh,dy and the pmpoS~ mitigalion measures. Fudher, I have revised the
pro~ct plans er pmpml~ andl~r I~eret~y agree m the proposed mitigation measures to avoid the
e//ec[s or mitigate the effect~ to a point where ¢lea~ no signitleant enviroamentel ei~ects wOUld
City of Rancho Cucamonga
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code.
Project File No.: Conditional Use Permit 99-49 Public Review Period Closes: July 26, 2000
Project Name: Project Applicant: Evergreen DEVCO, Inc.
Project Location (also see attached map): Located at the northwest corner of Haven Avenue and Alta
Loma Drive - APN: 201-262-37.
Project Description: The development of a drugstore with a drive-though window for prescdpfion orders
consisting of a 13,813 square foot building on a 1.52 acres parcel in the Office Professional (OP) District.
Related file: Tree Removal Permit 99-37.
FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
[] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant
effect on the environment.
[] The Initial Study identJtied potentially significant effects but:
(1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this
proposed Negative Declaration was released for public reviewwould avoid the effects or mitigate
the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and
(2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required.
Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related
documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic
Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period.
July 26, 2000
Date of Determination Adopted By
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 99-49 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A DRUGSTORE WITH
A DRIVE-THRU WINDOW FOR PRESCRIPTION ORDERS, CONSISTING
OF A 13,613 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING ON A 1.52 ACRE PARCEL IN THE
OFFICE PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT (OP), LOCATED AT THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF HAVEN AVENUE AND ALTA LOMA DRIVE,
AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 201-262-37.
A. Recitals.
1. Evergreen Devco, Inc. filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit
No. 99-49, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of July 2000, the P1anning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing
on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on July 26, 2000, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located at the northwest corner of Haven
Avenue and Alta Loma Drive, with a street frontage of 355.42 feet along Haven Avenue and lot
depth of 200.11 feet along Alta Loma Drive,and the site is presently unimproved; however, Alta
Loma Drive has been constructed by Caltrans in association with Route 30 construction; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is Chaffey Plaza; the property to the
south consists of vacant land; the property to the east is a shopping center, including a freestanding
fast food restaurant and service station; and the property to the west is residential condominiums;
and
c. The property includes mature trees along the west property line.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1
and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the
Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located.
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b. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
c. The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment
for the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the
project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative
Declaration and Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference,
based upon the findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliam_.e with
the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project, which are
listed below as conditions of approval.
c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code
of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole,
the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat
upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the
Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to
the Planning Commission during the public headng, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts
the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the Califomia
Code of Regulations.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4
above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition
set forth below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this
reference.
Planninq Division
1) The wall along the west boundary shall be designed using split face
block, which is consistent with the block used on the building
wainscot. The pilasters shall be designed using fluted block of the
same integral color.
2) The landscaping along the west property line shall be designed to not
only preserve the existing trees where feasible, but also to
supplement the landscaping for buffering and screening purposes.
The density of landscaping shall be as follows: Pinus Elderica at
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10-feet on center; a double row of shrubs for a distance of 60 feet
south of the delivery gate; a single row of shrubs from the delivery
gate north to the maintenance access gate; a double row of shrubs
from the maintenance gate to the north property bounda'y; all shrubs
shall be planted 3-feet on center or as recommended based on the
chosen species.
3) Vines shall be placed on the west side (facing the condominium
project) of the west boundary wall.
4) The Haven Avenue streetscape is a Special Boulevard, which must
include the following design elements: undulating mounding along
with the use of river rock and/or boulders; and informal massing of
shrubbery which can be used to screen the parking lot. The street
tree shall be Magnolia Grandiflora "Majestic Beauty" (used within the
street right-of-way). The background tree (used behind the right-of-
way) shall be informal grouping of Brachychiton Populneus (Bottle
Tree).
5) The trees used along Alta Loma Drive shall be Lagerstroemia Indica
"Catawba" (Crape Myrtle) at approximately 20-feet on center.
6) Accent trees shall be used at project entries, and entry and building
plaza areas. The recommended accent tree is a Palm species.
7) The surface of handicap parking spaces, located near the building
entry, shall be decorative pavement, matching the decorative
pavement used for the pedestrian connections on-site.
8) Tree Removal Permit No. 99-37 is granted subject to replacement
measures as identified in the Environmental Mitigation.
Enqineerin.q Division
1 ) Caltrans is constructing Alta Loma Ddve and Haven Avenue adjacent
to the project per Route 30 Plans. The developer shall provide for
the completion of missing public improvements after Caltrans
construction. However, should this development precede any portion
of the Route 30 construction, this development shall be required to
provide approved final or interim (to be determined) improvements
on both Alta Loma Drive and/or Haven Avenue frontages. Also
provide access to the adjacent properly.
2) Missing Haven Avenue improvements outside the limits of the
freeway project shall be improved per improvement plans.
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3) Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to
all parcels for the Alta Loma Drive approach to the west. The
easements shall be recorded prior to issuance of building permits.
Also provide driveway relocation of the adjacent property.
4) Street improvements plans, prepared by a civil engineer, shall be
submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Prior to any work
being preformed in the public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer.
Security shall be posted and an agreement executed to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer and City Attorney, guaranteeing
completion of the public improvements, prior to the issuance of a City
construction permit.
5) The developer shall pay an in-lieu fee for the reimbursement of the
previously undergrounded overhead utility lines (telecommunications
and electrical except for any 66 kv electrical lines) onthe opposite
side of Haven Avenue, prior to the issuance of building permits. The
fee shall be based on Resolution No. 10-231 and Reimbursement
Agreement UR-004.
6) The existing overhead utility lines located along the southern
boundary shall be under grounded from the first utility pole west of
the west project boundary to the first utility pole on the east side of
Haven Avenue, prior to public improvement acceptance or
occupancy, whichever occurs first. All service crossing shall be
undergrounded at the same time. The developer may request a
reimbursement agreement to recover one-half of the City adopted
cost for undergrounding from future development (redevelopment) as
it occurs on the adjacent side of the southerly boundary. If the
developer fails to submit for said reimbursement agreement within
6 months of the public improvements being accepted by the City, all
right of the developer to reimbursement agreement shall terminate. If
the development is not allowed to underground, then in-lieu fee as
contribution to the future under grounding of the existing overhead
utilities shall be paid.
7) The development parcel (APN: 201-262-3'7) and the driveway
portion along Alta Loma Drive (APN: 201-626-36) shall have a lot
line adjustment to have the shared property line extend north-south
to Alta Loma Drive right-of-way.
Environmental Mitiqation
Air Quality
1) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment
used on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy
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efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure that construction
Grading Plans include a statement that ail construction equipment
will be tuned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's
specifications.
2) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or dieseFpowered
equipment in-lieu of gasoline powered engines where feasible.
3) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction Grading
Plans include a statement that work crews will shut-off equipment
when not in use.
Biological Resources
1) Trees that are to be retained shall be protected in-place by a
construction barrier in accordance with Municipal Code Section
19.08.110 and so noted on the grading plans.
2) Tree replacement shall consist of Pinus Eldarica (24-inch Box
minimum size) at 15 feet on-center along the western boundary
(adjacent to the loading zone).
Noise
1) During construction the project shall comply with the following:
a) All construction vehicles or equipment fixed or mobile, operated
within 1,000 feet of a dwelling unit shall be equipped with
properly operating and maintained mufflers.
b) All operators shall comply with the City Ordinances with respect
to hours of construction activity to minimize noise impacts.
c) During construction best efforts shall be made to locate
stockpiling and/or vehicle staging areas as far as practical from
existing residential dwellings.
2) Construct an 8-foot high noise barrier along the western project
boundary to protect the existing residential development from
potential noise impacts of loading and service activities.
3) Limit truck delivery activities to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and
10:00 p.m., which shall be conspicuously posted.
4) Reduce delivery truck noise by minimizing engine idling time during
deliveries.
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6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Larry T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and
adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of
the Planning Commission held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Conditional Use Permit 99-49 - Evergreen Devco, Inc. NValgreen's
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the aboveiisted project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance. The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentationwill
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Ddve
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City stafPs is needed,
as deterrnined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific
mitigation activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may adse requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City
department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational
personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MM P is not occurring after written
notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The
Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of
guarantee) with the City. These funds shall beused by the City to retain consultants and/or pay
for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required pedod of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know
whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting
plan shall conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development
Director prior to the issuance of building permits.
h\FINAL\CEQA'u~4 MP Form-rev.wpd
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: CUP 99-49 Applicant: EverRreen Devco, Inc./VVal.qreens
Initial Study Prepared by:. Debra Meier Date: June 26, 2000
Air Quallt'y ·"
Selection of Iow-emission construction equipment. CP/BO B/C Plan Check C/A 2/4
Utilization of electric or diesel powered equipment CP/BO C Ongoing A 4
where feasible.
Grading Plans state equipment shut off when not in CP/BO C Plan check C 2
use.
Biologic~al ResoUrce : '~ *?'
l,tTrees that are to be retained shall be protected in place CP B/C Plan review & A/C 2/4
~in accordance with Municipal Code Section 19.08.110. inspections
:.Tree replacement shall consist of Pinus Eldarica (24" CP BID Plan review & A/C 3
~)ox min.) at 15' on center along the west boundary, inspections
Noise
Construction equipment shall be installed with proper CP/BO C During 4
mufflers; stockpiling/staging shall occur as far as Construction
practical from residential dwellings; and all operators
shall comply with City Ordinances for construction
hours and activity.
Construct an 8-foot high noise barrier along the CP/BO D Plan check CIA 3
western property boundary.
Limit truck deliveries to 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CP E Ongoing A 6
Minimize engine idling during delivery. CP E Ongoing A 6
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person ' M0nltorleg Freque~;~Y , '. Method of Verification , , , ,, ~, Sanctions
CDD - Community Development Director A- With Each New Development A- On-site inspection I - Withhold Recordation of Final Map
CP - City Planner or designee B - Prior To Construction B - Other Agency Permit / Approval 2 - Withhold Grading or Building Permit
CE - City Engineer or designee C - Throughout Construction C - Plan Check 3 - Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO - Building Official or designee D - On Completion D - Separate Submittal (Reports / Studies / Plans) 4 - Stop Work Order
PO - Police Captain or designee E - Operating 5 - Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC - Fire Chief or designee 6 - Revoke CUP
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: Conditional Use Permit 99-49
SUBJECT: Walgreen's Pharmacy
APPLICANT: Evergreen Devco, Inc.
LOCATION: Northwest corner Haven Avenue and Alta Loma Drive
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Comoletion Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but
such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the
date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which
include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein,
Development Code regulations.
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all
Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
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3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Appreval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or
approved use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development
Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in
effect at the time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and
approved by the City Planner and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of
building permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of
shielding so as not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations,
and the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior
to the issuance of building permits.
9. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of
concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground
vaults.
10.All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
11. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be
manufactured products.
D. Shopping Centers
1. Provide for the following design features in each trash enclosure, to the satisfaction of the City
Planner:
a. Architecturally integrated into the design of (the shopping center/the project).
b.Separate pedestrian access that does not require the opening of the main doors and to
include self-closing pedestrian doors.
c. Large enough to accommodate two trash bins.
d. Roll-up doors.
e. Trash bins with counter-weighted lids.
f. Architecturally treated overhead shade trellis.
g.Chain link screen on top to prevent trash from blowing out of the enclosure and
designed to be hidden from view.
2. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
3. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash
and debris remain for more than 24 hours.
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4. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards
which shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an
exterior noise level of 60 dB during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during
the hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
b. Loading and Unloading - No person shall cause the loading, unloading, opening,
closing, or other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage
cans, or other similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. unless otherwise
specified herein, in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a residential
area.
5. Textured pavement shall be provided across circulation aisle, pedestrian walkway, and plaza.
They shall be of brick/tile pavers, exposed aggregate, integral color concrete, or any
combination thereof. Full samples shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
6. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. It shall include the
plaza area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
7. Any outdoor vending machines shall be recessed into the building faces and shall not extend
into the pedestrian walkways. The design details shall be reviewed and approved by the City
Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
8. Cart corrals shall be provided for temporary storage. No permanent outdoor storage of
shopping carts shall be permitted unless otherwise approved by the Planning Commission.
The shopping carts shall be collected and stored at the approved designated place at the end
of each work day.
E. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
Details shall be included in building plans.
2. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doore to match main
building colors.
F. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space
abuts a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of
11 feet wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,
entrances, and exits shall be striped per City standards.
4. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, City Engineer, and
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building
permits. For residential development, private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-
around space in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid care
stacking into the public right-of-way.
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5. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or
more parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall, whichever is greater, of the total
number of stalls for use by the handicapped.
6. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at
the rate of one percent. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square
feet.
7. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects or more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the
required automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater.
After the first 50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are.
2.5 percent of the required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall
provide bicycle storage spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent on the required automobile parking
spaces with a minimum of a 3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking
spaces required exceed 100. Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number
shall be rounded off to the higher whole number.
G. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home
landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape
architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building
permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier
in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading plans.
The location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees
shall be shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's
recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
3.A minimum of 20% of trees planted within indus'~rial projects, and a minimum of 30% within
commercial and office projects, shall be specimen size trees - 24-inch box or larger.
4. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three
parking stalls, sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21.
5.Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
6. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than
2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for
erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation
system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
7. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or
greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their
appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area, 1-
gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover.
In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall
also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and
shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting
required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the
developer prior to occupancy.
8. For multi-family residential and non-residential development, property owners are responsible
for the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted
areas within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and
debris and maintained in healthy and thriving condition, and shall receive regular pruning,
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fertilizing, mowing, and trimming. Any damaged, dead, diseased, or decaying plant material
shall be replaced within 30 days from the date of damage.
9. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be
included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and
approval arid coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be
required by the Engineering Division.
10. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Haven
Avenue.
11. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on
the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
12. AIJ walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
13. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural
growth characteristics of the selected tree species.
14. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
H. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this
approval. Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and
shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of
any signs.
I, Environmental
1. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required
to post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of $719.00, prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory
performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used by the
City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation
measures. Failure to complete all actions required by the approved environmental documents
shall be considered grounds for forfeit.
J. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
K. General Requirements
1. Submit four complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
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c. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and
size of service entrance conductors, pan,el schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number {i.e., TT #, CUP #, DR #, etc.) cleady identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
4.Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
5.Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by
the Building and Safety Division.
L, Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number (i.e., CUP 98-01). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code,
National Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the
Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development or
addition to an existing development, the applicant shall pay development fees at the
established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: Transportation Development
Fee, Drainage Fee, School Fees, Permit and Plan Checking Fees. Applicant shall provide a
copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance.
3.Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation
and prior to issuance of building permits.
4.Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
5.Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public
counter).
M. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the' Uniform Building Code for the property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
N, Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved grading plan.
2.A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
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3. The final g~'ading plans shalt be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits.
4. A separate, grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more
of combined cut and fill. The Grading Plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a
California Registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets (measured
from street centerline):
Varies from 60 to 67 feet total feet on Haven Avenue
33 total feet on Alta Loma Drive
2. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or
by deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building
permits, where no map is invorved.
P. Street Improvements
1. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb & A.C. Side- Odve Street Street Corem Median Bike Other
Gutter Pvrnt walk Appr. Lights Trail
Street Name Trees Trail Island
Haven Ave. x x x x x x x x
Alta Loma Dr. x x x x x x
2. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety
lights on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered
Civil Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security
shall be posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and the City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street
improvements, prior to final map approval or the issuance of building permits,
whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
c. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit,
and interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or
reconstruction project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future
traffic signals and interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the
street at 3 feet outside of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City
Engineer.
Notes:
(1) Pull boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets, a maximum of
200 feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
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(2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (atong streets) galvanized
steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A
cash deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving, which shall be
refunded upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall
be installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan
check.
3. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
4. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight p~otted as required.
5. A permit shall be obtained from Caltrans for any work within the following right-of-way: Alta
Loma Drive.
Q. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
2. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan Haven Avenue.
R. Drainage and Flood Control
1. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe
measured from the outer edge of a mature tree trunk.
S. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water,
gas, electric power, telephone, and cable 3-V (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and
the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of
compliance from the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,
whichever occurs first. Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days
prior to final map approval in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the
case of all other residential projects.
T. General Requirements and Approvals
1. An easement for a joint use driveway shall be provided prior to final map approval or issuance
of building permits, whichever occurs first, for: driveway at Alta Loma Drive.
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2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City, covering the estimated operating costs for
all new street lights for the first six months of operation, prior to final map approval or prior to
building permit issuance if no map is involved.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT,
(909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
U. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Fire flow requirement shall be: 3,000 gallons per minute, Per '97 UFC Appendix Ill-A, 5, (b)
(Table).
X A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire
department personnel prior to water plan approval.
For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site
hydrants shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire
department personnel after construction and prior to occupancy.
2. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e.,
lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department
personnel.
3. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required
hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6-inch
riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet
this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and
model numbers.
4. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to
final inspection.
5. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15.
Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as
woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage,,high piled
stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if the sprinkler system is adequate
for proposed operations.
6. Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of
sprinkler system.
7. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15.
8. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
X All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 32.
9. Fire department access shall be amended to facilitate emergency apparatus.
10. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
11. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows:
X $677 for New Commercial and Industrial Development (per new building).**
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**Note: Separate plan check fees for Tenant Improvement work, fire protection systems
(sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon
submittal of plans.
12. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997 UBC
UFC, UPC, UMC, and RCFD Standards 32 and 15 and 1996 NEC.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
V. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,
with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the
entire development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
W. Security Hardware
1. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be
used.
2. All rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
3. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal
gates, or alarmed.
X. Security Fencing
1. All businesses or residential communities with security fencing and gates will provide the
police with a keypad access and a unique code. The initial code is to be submitted to the
Police Crime Prevention Unit along with plans. If this code is changed due to a change in
personnel or for any other reason, the new code must be supplied to the Police via the 24-hour
dispatch center at (909) 941-1488 or by contacting the Crime Prevention Unit at (909) 477-
2800 extension 2474 or 2475.
Y. Windows
1. Store front windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic.
2. Security glazing is recommended on store front windows to resist window smashes and
impede entry to burglars.
Z. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility.
2. Developer shall paint roof top numbers on one or more roofs of this development. They shall
be a minimum of three feet in length and two feet in width and of contrasting color to
background. The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police
Department.
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AA. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and I I
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in
turn save dollars and lives.
2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriff's dispatch number: (909)
941-1488. / /
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THE C I T ¥ OF
Rancho Cucamonga
SlaffReport
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Debra Meier, AICP, Contract Planner
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-13 -
COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH - A request to develop a temporary Youth Center
totaling 4,900 square feet on an existing church campus of 4.95 acres of land in the
Medium Residential District located at the Community Baptist Church, 9090 19th
Street, at the northwest corner of 19th Street and Beryl Street. APN: 201-221-08.
Related File: Pre-Application Review 00-05.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
A. Surroundinq Land Use and Zonin,q:
North Right-of-way for the SR-30 Freeway/Low Density Residential
South - A large parcel with an existing Victorian home/Low Density Residential
East Single-family residences/Low-Medium Density Residential
West Multi-family apartment complex/Medium Density Residential
B. General Plan Desiqnations:
Project Site - Medium Density Residential (8-14 dwelling units per acre)
North Low Density Residential (4-6 dwelling units per acre)
South - Low Density Residential (4-6 dwelling units per acre)
East Low-Medium Density Residential (6-8 dwelling units per acre)
West Medium Density Residential (8-14 dwelling units per acre)
C. Site Characteristics: The Community Baptist Church is an existing campus including a
sanctuary and a classroom building, totaling approximately 26,000 square feet. The entire site
is developed, including landscaping, a parking lot with 32'/spaces, and street improvements.
The proposed Youth Center is to be located on an existing lawn area immediately north of the
classroom building.
ITEM D
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 00-13 - COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH
July 26, 2000
Page 2
D. Parkinq Calculations: No additional parking spaces will be added with the construction of the
Youth Center. Parking for churches is based on sanctuary capacity and classroom space. By
Development Code standards (1 space for every 35 square feet of sanctuary seating area),
this facility requires a minimum of 200 parking spaces. The Youth Center is providing
additional building space for Youth programs that are already conducted at the church. The
existing 327 parking spaces will be adequate for the entire church campus.
ANALYSIS:
A. General: This project was reviewed by the Planning Commission at a March 22, 2000,
workshop as Pre-Application Review 00-05. At that workshop the Commission supported the
innovative solution to their space requirements. The Committee provided design comments
regarding the use of the two-tone building color scheme and encouraged the Church to go
forward with the Conditional Use Permit application.
The intent of the Youth Center is to provide additional space to conduct on-going youth
programs that have out-grown the existing space available on-site. The Youth Center will
provide a safe, positive environment for local teens to worship, do homework, receive
counseling and tutoring, use computers, study, and play games. The stressed-membrane
structure is a temporary building intended for use as the Youth center. The Development
Code allows the use of a temporary structure for up to 5 years. The Church has chosen to use
a stressed-membrane structure, rather than conventional temporary structures, to take
advantage of the increased ceiling height and uninterrupted floor area of this structure which
will allow a wide range of youth activities to occur, from recreation to counseling and studying.
The proposed structure is 88 feet by 60 feet (4,500 square feet) in area and 26 feet high. The
stressed membrane structures are made of acrylic-coated PVC fabric tensioned between an
extruded aluminum substructure. This structure is designed to withstand 83 mph wind load,
and meets the minimum requirements for flame/fire resistance established by the California
State Fire Marshall.
B. Desiqn Review Committee: This project was reviewed by the Design Review Committee on
June 20, 2000 (Coleman, McNiel and Stewart). The Committee recommended approval of the
proposed project subject to appropriate screening of the ground-mounted air condiUoning units
located on the north side of the building and providing shrub planting around the base of the
entire building.
C. Environmental Assessment: The Environmental Initial Study Parts I and II were prepared for
the project. As a result of the analysis in the Initial Study, no mitigation is required and a
Negative Declaration is provided for your consideration.
CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public headng in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a
300-foot radius of the project site.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 00-13 - COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH
July 26, 2000
Page 3
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the issuance of a
Negative Declaration, and adoption of the Resolution recommending approval of Conditional Use
Permit 00-13 subject to all conditions of approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Buller
City Planner
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Attachments: Exhibit"A" - Site Utilization Map
Exhibit"B" - Building Elevations
Exhibit"C" - Site Plan
Exhibit "D" - Applicant's Letter of Justification
Exhibit"E" - Initial Study
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PRE,APPLICATION REVIEW ~5~9-O~5-
LETTER OF JUSTIFICATION / EXPLANATION
Community Baptist Church (CBC) is located on 4.95 acres on the northwest comer of
Beryl Street and 19th Street in Rancho Cucamonga. The site as it exists consists of two
(2) existing buildings of approximately 26,000 sq. ft., 330 parking spaces and green space
in excess of City requirements.
It is the intent of CBC to construct a temporary building on the grass pad located on the
north side of the property. This building will be used as a Youth Center whose purpose is
to provide a safe, positive environment for local teenagers. The proposed use will in no
way impact existing zoning regulations.
The Youth Center will provide approximately 5,000 sq. ft. of facility. This Youth Center
will provide an enclosed building for teenagers to do homework, be mentored, be
counseled, use computers, get tutoring, and play games and study. These are current
activities that have outgrown our existing facilities.
ENVIRONMENTAL
INFORMATION FORM
(Part I - Initial Study)
Planning Divi$~bn
(909) 477-2750
The purpose .of this form is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed
project so that the City may review the project pursuant to City policies, ordinances, and
guidelines; the California Environmental Quality Act; and the City's Rules and Procedures
to Implement CEQA. It is important that the information requested in this application be
provided in full.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED, Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure
that the application is complete at the time of submittal; City staff will not be available to perform work required to provide missing
information.
Application Number for the project to which this form pertains:
Pr~ect~tle: NEW YOUTH CENTER
Name&Addressofp~ectowner~: COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH
9090 19th STREET, P.O. BOX 490
ALTA LOMA, CA 91701 (attn: ED REINGROVER, EXECUTIVE PASTOR)
Name & Address of developer or project sponsor:
ContactPe~on&Address: JAMES DiCAMILLO, ~qLC ARCHITECTS
10470 FOOTHILL BLVD.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
Telephone Number: 9 0 9 - 9 8 7 - 0 9 0 9
Name & Address of person pre ,p~ ng this form (if different from above):
TeIephone Number: 19O~} 9'd~' "S ~:~ '
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Information indicated by asterisk (*) is not required of non-construction CUP's unless otherwise requested by staff.
"1) Provide a full scale (8-112 x ? 1) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the
site boundaries.
2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from the north, south, east and west;
views into and from the site from the primary access points which sen/e the site; and representative views of significant
features from the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph.
3) Project Location (describe): NORTHWEST CORNER OF 1.9th & BERYL. NFW YOUTH
CENTER TO BE SITED NORTH OF EXISTING FAMILY LIFE CENTER BUILDING,
4) Assessors Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary): 2 0 1 - 2 2 1 - 0 8
'5) Gross Site Area (aclsq. ft.): 5.76 ACRES INCLUDING STREET RIGHT OF WAY.
'6) Net Site Area (total site size minus area of public streets & proposed dedications): 4. 9 6 A C R E S
7) Describe any proposed general plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (attach additional sheet
if necessary:
N/^
8) Include a description of all permits which will be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental
agencies in order to fully implement the project:
BUILDING PERMIT
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9) Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists before the project including information on topography, soil stability, plants
and animals, mature trees, trails and reads, drainage coupes, and scenic aspects. Descdbe any existing structures on site
(including age and condition) and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of significant features desc~fbed. In addition,
site all sources of information (i.e., geological and/or hydrologic studies, biotic and archeologica/ surveys, traffi~studies):
THE SITE IS FULLY DEVELOPED WITH A GENTLE SLOPE FROM NORTH DOWN
TO SOUTH. TWO EXISTING BUILDINGS OCCUPY THE SOUTH EAST QUADRANT
OF THE PROPERTY. A ONE STORY SANCTUARY/OFFICE BUILDING OF APPROX-
IMATELY 4,500 sf IS LOCATED AT THE STREET CORNER AND A TWO STORY
FAMILY LIFE CENTER (CLASSROOMS) IS SET JUST NORTH OF THAT.
THE SITES NORTH AND WEST EDGES ARE OCCUPIED BY 327 QN GRADE
PARKING STALLS.
THE NEW YOUTH CENTER WILL BE SITUATED NORTH OF THE FAMILY LIFE
CENTER ON A GRASS PAD WHICH HAD BEEN M~RLANNED FOR JUST SUCH
~ EXPANDSION. THE YOUGH CENTER PAD IS WITHOUT MAJOR VEGETATION
AND IS BASICALY LEVEL.
1 O) Descdbe the kr~own cultural and/or historical aspects of the site. Site all sources of information (books, published reports and
oral history):
N/A
11) Desc~eany~o~esourcesandthe~leve~thatn~wa~ctthesite~ra~ roadwayno~e, etc.)andhowthey~#a~ct
proposeduses:
THE SITE IS BASICALLY A QUIET SUBURBAN LOCATION. THE NEW 210
FREEWAY EXTENSION WILL EVENTUALLY PASS BY THE SITE ON THE NOBTH
PROPERTY LINE.
INiTSTD1 ,WPD - 4/96 Page 3
1 ~ Descdbe the proposed pmject ~ ~ ~ shou~ p~vide an a~quate ~sc~n of~e s~ ~ te~s of~tima~ use wh~h
will ~sult f~m the pmsed pmjecL ~dicate if ~em am pmposed phases ~r developmen~ ~e ex~nt of development to occur
with each phase, and the an~a~d complan of each ~cmment. A~ach ad~iona/ sheet~ ff necessa~
THE NEW 4,500 sf YOUTH CENTER IS INTENDED AS A TEMPORARY~ 10 YEAR
MAXIMUM~ USE. THE ACTIVITIES IT WILL HOUSE ARE PRESENTLY
ACCOMMODATED IN THE EXISTING BUILDING. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE
YOUTH GROUP MEETINGS~ RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES~ HOMEWORK AND SMALL
GROUP/INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING. THE BUILDING IS INTENDED TO BE
RELOCATED IN THE FUTURE TO A LARGER SITE WHICH THE CHURCH LEADERS
ARE PRESENTLY SEARCHING FOR WITHIN THE CITY. THE NEW YOUTH CENTER
IS INTENDED TO BE THE LAST BUILDING ERECTED ON THE SITE. NO NEW
PARKING IS PROPOSED AS THE ACTIVITIES HELD IN THE BUILDING WLL
NOT CONFLICT WITH THE HOURS OF OPERATION OF THE PRIMARY SANCTUARY.
13) Desc~e ~e su~und~g pmpe~ies~ ~duding ~at~n ~n p~n~ and an~a~ and any cu~tu~L h~t~dca~ ~r scen~ aspects.
In.cate the type of land use ~sidenfia~ comme~a~ e~.), ~tens~ of land use ~ne-~m~, apadment houses, shops,
depadment stoms, etc.) and scale of development ~e~h~ ~ntage, se~ack, mar ya~, etc.):
THE SITE's WEST NEIGHBOR IS AN EXISTING TWO-STORY APARTMENT
COMPLEX. SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES EXIST ACROSS BERYL ST. TO THE
EAST. THE NORTH SIDE IS VACANT AWAITING THE 210 FREEWAY EXTENSION.
THE SOUTH SIDE I$ VACANT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY
VICTORIAN RESIDENCE ON THE CORNER.
14) ~hepmp~sedp~ectchange~epa~em~sca~rcha~ter~fthesu~undinggene~a~a~fthepmject?
NO
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15) ~ndicate~hetype~fsh~rt~termand~~ng~termn~ise~~begenereted~inc~udings~urceandam~unt~ Howwillthesenoiselevels
affect adjacent properties and on-site uses. What methods of sound proofing are proposed?
THE BUILDING IS ENTIRELY INSULATED. NO USES ARE PROPOSED FOR THE
NEW YOUTH CENTER WHICH ARE NOT PRESENTLY HOUSED WITHIN THE
EXISTING BUILDINGS.
Indicate proposed removals and/or replacements of mature or scenic trees:
NOT APPLICABLE
17) indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water suppfies) into which the site drains:
NOT APPLICABLE
18) Indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further clarification, please contact
the Cucamonga County Water Distdct at 987.2591.
NONE NONE
a. Residential (gal/day) Peak use (gal/Day)
b. Commercial/ind. (gal/day/ac) NONE Peak use (gal/rain/ac) NONE
19) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal. N / A Septic Tank ~ Sewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach
percolation tests. If discharge to a sanitaG' sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See
Attachment A for usage estimates). Forfurthercladfication, please contact the Cucamonga County WaterDistdct at 987-2591.
a. Residential (gal/day) n o n e
b. Commercial/Ind. (gal/day/ac) none
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS:
20) Number of residential units:
Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size:
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Attached (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units):
21) Anficipated renge of sale prices and/or rent$:
Sate Price(s) $ to $
Rent (per month) $ to $
22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit type:
23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type:
24) Indicate the expected number of school children who will be residing within the project: Contact the appropriate School
Districts as shown in Attachment B:
a. Elementary:
b. Junior High:
c. Senior High
COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL ANO INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
25) Desc~betype~fuse(s)andmaj~rfuncti~n(s)~fc~mmercia~~indust~a~~rinstituti~na~uses: ?HE NEW YOUTH
CENTER WILL BE USED FOR HOMEWORK HELP, GROUP COUNSELING, RECREATIONAL
ACTIVITIES, AND CLASSROOM STYLE MEETINGS.
26) Total floor area of commercial, industrial, or institutional uses by type:
THE NEW YOUTH CENTER TOTALS 4 . 500 $ . f .
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27) Indicate houre of operation: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8 a.m. - 10p.m.
SATURDAY - SUNDAY 8 a.m. - lOp.m.
28) Numberofemployees: Total: ONE YOUTH PASTOR
Maximum Shift: 0 N E
Time of Maximum Shift: SEE ABOVE
29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and salary ranges, as well as an indication of the rate
o£ hire for each classification (attach additional sheet if necessary):
VOLUNTEER PASTORAL STAFF
30) Estimation of the number of workers to be hired that currently reside in the City:
N/A
'31) For commercial and industrial uses only, indicate the source, type and amount of air pol/ution emissions. (Data should be
verified through the South Coast Air Quality Management District, at (818) 572-6283):
N/A
ALL PROJECTS
32) Have the water, sewer, fire, and flood c°ntml agencies ser¢ing the project been c°ntacted t° detetmine their ability t° pr°vide
adequate service to the proposed project? If so, please indicate their response.
WATER: n/a
SEWER: n/a
FLOOD CONTROL: n/a
FIRE:
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33) In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or diacha~je of hazardous and/or toxic materials?
Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances; pesticides and
herbicides;fuels, oils, aolvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above.
Please list the materials and descdbe their use, atorage, and/or discharge on the property, aa well as the dates of use, if
known.
34) Will the proposed project involve the temporary or long-term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic
materials, including but not limited to those examples listed above? If yes, provide an inventoo/ of all such materials to be
used and proposed method of disposal The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be
shown and labeled on the application plans.
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for
adequate evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and
correct tot he best of my knowledge and belief. I further understand that additional information may be required to be submitted
before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Date: Signature:
Title:
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City of Rancho Cucamonga
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
INITIAL STUDY PART II
BACKGROUND
1. Project File: CUP 00-13
2. Related Files: PAR 00-05
3. Description of Project: Environmental Assessment and Conditional Use Permit 00-13
- Community Baptist Church - An application for a temporary Youth Center totaling
4,500 square feet on an existing church campus of 4.95 acres of land in the Medium
Residential District located at the Community Baptist Church, 9090 19th Street, at the
northwest corner of 19th Street and Beryl Street. APN: 201-221-08
4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
Community Baptist Church
9090 19th Street
Alta Loma CA 91701
5. General Plan Designation: Medium Density Residential
6. Zoning: Medium Density Residential
7, Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Land use surrounding the church include a
multi-family apartment complex adjacent along the west boundary; single-family
residences are present on the east side of Beryl Street; the right-of-way for the SR-30
th
extension is adjacent along the north boundary; and on the south side of 19 Street is a
large parcel with an existing Victorian home near the street corner.
The Community Baptist Church is an existing campus including a sanctuary and a
classroom building, totaling approximately 26,000 square feet. The entire site is
developed, including landscaping, a parking lot with 327 spaces, and street
improvements. The proposed Youth Center is to be located on an existing lawn area
immediately north of the classroom building. No additional parking will be added
(parking for churches is based on the seating capacity of the sanctuary).
The intent of the Youth Center is to provide additional space to conduct on-going youth
programs that have out-grown the existing space available on-site. The Youth Center
will provide a safe, positive environment for local teens to worship, do homework,
receive counseling and tutoring, use computers, study and play games.
8. Lead Agency Name and Address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
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9. Contact Person and Phone Number:
Debra Meier, AICP, Contract Pfanner
(909) 477-2750
10. Other agencies whose approval is required:
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving
at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless
Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the
following pages.
( ) Land Use and Planning ( ) Transportation/Circulation ( ) Public Services
( ) Population al~d Housing ( ) Biological Resources ( ) Utilities and Service Systems
(x) Geological F roblems ( ) Energy and Mineral Resources
(x) Water ( ) Hazards (x) Aesthetics
(x) Air Quality ( ) Noise ( ) Cultural Resources
( ) Mandatory Findings of Significance ( ) Recreation
DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
(x) I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project, or agreed to,
by the applicant. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but
at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based
upon the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially
Significant Impact'' or "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated." An
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but must analyze only the effects that
remain to be addressed.
() I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially
significant effects 1) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to
applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier
EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed
project.
Signed: ~~
Debra Meier, AICP
Contract Planner
June 21,2000
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an
explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact
Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a
discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposah
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) ( ) ((,/)
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or ( ) ( ) (,/)
policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction
over the project?
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the ( ) ( ) (v')
vicinity?
d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an ( ) ( ) (,/)
established community?
Comments:
a-d) The proposed addition of the Youth Center to the existing church campus is
designed to conform to the Development Code. No change of use or plan
amendment is proposed.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Po~e,~a,y Unless Than
2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local ( ) ( ) (v')
population projections?
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either ( ) ' ( ) (,/)
directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an
undeveloped area or extension of major
infrastructure)?
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable ( ) ( ) (,/)
housing?
Comments:
a-b) Construction activities at the site will be short-term and will not attract new
employees to the area.
c) The existing church campus presently includes a sanctuary and classroom building.
No existing housing is located onsite, t'~
I
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnless Tllan
3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in
or expose people to potential impacts involving:
a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) (,/) ( )
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) (,/) ( )
d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) (,/)
e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) (,/')
f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil ( ) ( ) (,/')
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill?
g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ( ) (,/')
h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
Comments:
a-c) No known faults pass through the site, it is not in an AIquist-Pdolo Special Studies
Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Red Hill
Fault. The Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes within 2 miles south and
east of the site, and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately 2 miles northerly.
These faults are both capable of producing Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquakes, respectively.
Also, the San Jacinto fault, capable of producing up to tv1, 7.5 earthquakes is 13 miles
northeast of the site and the San Andreas, capable of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is
approximately 15 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can produce strong
ground shaking. Liquefaction could occur at the site if a strong earthquake coincided
with an extended pedod of heavy rains raising the local water table. The site is
otherwise located on stable soils. Adhering to the Uniform Building Code will ensure
that geologic impacts are less than significant.
d) The site is not located near a body of water.
e) The site is relatively fiat so landsliding or mudflows are not likely to occur.
f) The site is relatively fiat so grading in preparation of the building pad will be
minimal. Grading will create the necessar,/ slope gradient to allow proper site
drainage.
g/h) Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Hanford-Greenfield. A soils report will be
required by the Building and Safety Division prior to issuance of building permits.
i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
4. WATER. Will the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, ( ) 0 (,/) ( )
or the rate and amount of surface water runoff?
b) Exposure of people or property to water related ( ) (,/)
hazards such as flooding?
c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration ( ) (,/)
of surface water quality (e.g., temperature,
dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)?
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any ( ) (,/)
water body?
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction ( ) ( ) . (,/)
of water movements?
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either ( ) ( ) (,/)
through direct additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an aquifer by cuts or
excavations, or through substantial loss of
groundwater recharge capability?
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
groundwater otherwise available for public water
supplies?
Comments:
a) The site is relatively fiat so grading in preparation of the 4,500 square foot building
pad will be minimal. Grading will create the necessary slope gradient to allow
proper site drainage.
b) The site is located not located within the 100-year flood plain.
c-e) The project site is not located rear a body of water.
f-i) The project will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposah
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to ( ) (,/') ( )
an existing or projected air quality violation?
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? (,/) ( )
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or ( ) (,/)
cause any change in climate?
d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) (,/')
Comments:
a-b) Potential impacts to air quality are consistent with the Public Health and Safety
Super-Element within the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. During construction,
there is the possibility of fugitive 'dust to be emitted from grading the site. Dust
emissions could be sufficient to warrant the use of water at this site as a standard
condition of approval for grading and earth-disturbing activities.
c-d) The proposed Youth Center addition to the existing church campus will not
generate emissions that could cause climatic changes or objectionable odors.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotenballyUnleS~ Than
6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) Increased vehicle tdps or traffic congestion? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to ( ) (,/)
nearby uses?
d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? (,/')
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? (,/)
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting (,/)
alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)?
g) Rail or air traffic impacts? (,/')
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Comments:
a) The proposed addition of the Youth Center to the existing church campus is
providing additional square footage for youth activities, which are presently
accommodated within the existing sanctuary and classroom buildings. The
activities of the Youth Center will not increase the demand for parking and traffic
generation of the main sanctuary. No new uses are being added to the site
operation.
b/c) The proposed addition of the Youth Center to the existing church campus will not
create hazards or result in inadequate emergency access to the site.
d) No additional parking spaces will be added with the construction of the Youth
Center. Parking for churches is based on sanctuary capacity and classroom
space. By Development Code standards (1 space for every 35 square feet of
sanctuary seating area), this facility requires a minimum of 200 parking spaces.
The Youth Center is providing additional building space for Youth programs that
are already conducted at the church. The existing 327 parking spaces will be
adequate for the entire church campus.
e-f) The proposed addition of the Youth Center to the existing church campus will not
impact cyclists or pedestrians nor create transportation-related hazards. The
perimeter of the site is fully improved with curbs, gutters, sidewalk, and streetlights.
g) Located 6 miles northerly of the Ontario Airport, the site is offset north of the flight
path and will not be dangerous to users or aircraft
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Tnar~
7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal
result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened, or ram species or their ( ) ( ) ( )' (,/)
habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish.
insects, animals, and birds)?
b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
eucalyptus windrow, etc.)?
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., ( ) ( ) (,/)
eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)?
d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and ( (-) (,/)
vernal pool)?
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ( ) (,/)
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Comments:
a-c) The proposed Youth Center will be an addition to an existing church campus. The
site is completely landscaped. The Youth Center will be placed within a portion of
the site that presently lawn. No endangered or sensitive species or habitats will be
effected by this project.
d) There is no riparian or wetland habitat on-site.
e) The site, along with other sites in the vicinity, are developed. Therefore,
development has eliminated any wildlife corridors that may have occurred in the
past.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Ur~less Than
8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES, Would the
proposah
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation ( ( ) ( ) (V')
plans?
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and ( ( ) ( ) (v')
inefficient manner?.
c) Result in the loss of availability of a known ( ( ) ( ) (v')
mineral resource that would be of future value to
the region and the residents of the State?
Comments:
c) The project site is not located in a Classified or Designated Mineral Resource area
by the State Mining and Geology Board as identified by the San Bernardino County
General Plan.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
hazardous substances (including, but not limited
to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)?
b) Possible interference with an emergency ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
health hazard?
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources; PotenballyUnless Than
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of ( ) ( ) ((,/)
potential health hazards?
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable ( ) ( ) ((,/)
brush, grass, or trees?
Comments:
a/c There is no evidence of prior industrial uses on the site; there is no evidence of
discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes or discolored soils. At the time the
church sanctuary and classroom building were constructed there was no indication
of underground storage tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
10. NOISE. Willthe proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise revels? ( ) ( ) ) (,/)
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) ( ) ) (v')
Comments:
a-b) The proposed project will not produce any noticeable long-term noise ~mpacts. The
Youth Center is an addition to an existing church campus containing a sanctuary
and classroom building. The temporary increase in noise during construction, is
not considered significant because the extent of surface disturbance is related to
approximately 5,000 square feet in area.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially unless Than
11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an
effect upon or result in a need for new or altered
government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
e) Other governmental services? ,[~ "'~ ~.=~ .~. ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
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Comments:
a-e) Fire Protection - The site, located at the corner of 19th Street and Beryl Street, is
served by a fire station located near the corner of 19th Street and Amethyst Street -
approximately ¼ mile east of the project site. Standard conditions of approval from
the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will be placed on the project.
Police protection - The proposed Youth Center is part of an existing church facility,
and may incrementally increase the need for routine police protection services,
consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and Development
Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council.
Schools - The proposed Youth Center will not increase the need for schools.
Parks - The proposed Youth Center will not increase the need for park and
recreation services.
Public facilities -The proposed Youth Center will not increase traffic on adjacent
streets.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS, Would the
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies
or substantial alterations to the fo/lowing utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Communication systems? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution ( ) ( ) ( ) (V')
facilities?
d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
0 Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments:
a-g) The proposed project will include the construction of approximately 4,500 square
feet of space to be used as a Youth Center. Existing systems and utilities are
available to the site. The proposed project will not require major modifications or
alterations to the existing utility systems.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal'.
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) (,/) ( )
c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) ( ) (V')
Comments:
a/b) The proposed Youth Center is a 4,500 square foot single-story stressed membrane
structure, which will have the appearance similar to a tent. However, the stressed
membrane structure will be of a similar two-tone color as the existing buildings on-
site. The air conditioning units will be screened through a combination of fencing
and landscaping, and the base of the building will be landscaped with shrubbery as
would a standard building. The resulting impact to the surrounding neighborhood
will be less than significant.
c) The proposed Youth Center addition to the existing church campus may
incrementally add to the creating additional light or glare within the area with the
addition of exterior lighting. The church is an existing facility and any increase
exterior lighting will have a negligible effect on surround residences.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
a) Disturb Paleontological resources? ( ) (,/)
b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) (,/)
c) Affect historical or cultural resources? ( ) (,/)
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change, ( ) (,/)
which would affect unique ethnic cultural values?
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within ( ) (,/)
the potential impact area?
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Comments:
a-e) Although no cultural resources have been observed on-site, grading of the site may
expose or unearth historic cultural resources. As the site is relatively small (less
than 5,000 square feet) and the site has previously been disturbed by grading and
construction, the likelihood of unearthing cultural resources is minimal and impacts
are considered less than significant. In the event that a historic or cultural resource
is found, the contractor will be required to contact the owner of the site and the San
Bernardino County Museum for the proper recovery and removal of the artifact.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Pote~l~ially u.less Than
15. RECREATION. Would the proposal'.
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
regional parks or other recreational facilities?
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
Comments:
a) The proposed Youth Center will not increase the need for park and recreation
services.
b) The proposed Youth Center addition to the existing church campus will not affect
any existing recreation opportunities.
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Issues and Supporting information Sources: Po[entially Unless Than
16, MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE,
a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the ( ) (,/)
potential to degrade the quality of the
environment, substantially reduce the habitat of
a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self-sustaiaing levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or
eliminate impodant examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory?
b) Short term: Does the project have the potential ( ) (,/')
to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of
long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term
impact on the environment is one which occurs
in a relatively brief, definitive period of time.
Long-term impacts will endure well into the
future.)
c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that ( ) (,/)
are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection
with the effects of past projects, the effects of
other current projects, and the effects of
probable future projects.)
d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have ( ) (./)
environmental effects, which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings,
either directly or indirectly?
Comments:
a) The proposed Youth Center will be an addition to an existing church campus. The
site is completely landscaped. The Youth Center will be placed within a portion of
the site that presently lawn. No endangered or sensitive species or habitats will be
effected by this project.
b) The project site is 4.96 acres and grading will be limited to disturbing
approximately 5,000 square feet of area. Sensitive receptors nearby will not be
affected by the construction due to the minor nature of the construction activities.
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c) The project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable. The site is within an Medium Density residential area which allows
churches through approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The initial study did not
identify any impacts that could not be mitigated through the City's standard
conditions of approval.
d) The proposed Youth Center development on the 4.96~acre site would not cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. The site
is located in a residential area at the corner of 1~h Street and Beryl Street.
EARLIER ANALYSES
Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA
process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative
Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within
the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on
the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study
and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500
Civic Center Drive (check all that apply):
· General Plan EIR
(Certified April 6, 1981)
· Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update
(SCH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989)
City of Rancho Cucamonga
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code.
Project File No.: Conditional Use Permit 00-13 Public Review Period Closes: July 26, 2000
Project Name: Project Applicant: Community Baptist Church
Project Location (also see attached map): Located at the Community Baptist Church, 909019th Street at
the northwest corner of 19th Street and Beryl Street. APN: 201-221-08.
Project Description: A request to develop a temporary Youth Center totaling 4,900 square feet on an e)dsting
church campus of 4.95 acres of land in the Medium Residential District.
FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
[] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant
effect on the environment.
[] The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but:
(1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this
proposed Negative Declaration was released for public reviewwould avoid the effects or mitigate
the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and
(2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required.
Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related
documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic
Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period.
July 26, 2000
Date of Determination Adopted By
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 00-13, FOR AN INTERIM USE, A YOUTH CENTER,
LOCATED IN THE MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, AND MAKING
FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 201-221-08
A. Recitals.
1. Community Baptist Church has filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use
Permit No. 00-13, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of July 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said headng
on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission dudng the above-
referenced public hearing on July 26, 2000, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located at the northwest comer of 19t~ Street
and Beryl Street, which is the present location of the Community Baptist Church campus consisting
of a sanctuary and classroom building; the site is presently improved with parking lot, landscaping,
and all perimeter street improvements; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is right-of-way for the State Route 30
freeway construction, the property to the south consists of an existing Victorian residence on a
otherwise undeveloped parcel, the property to the east is single-family residential, and the property
to the west is an apartment complex; and
c. The application proposes construction of a stressed membrane structure with 4,500
square feet of area to be used for youth activities associated with the church; and
d. The temporary use of the structure is for a period of 5 years from this date of
approval.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
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July 26, 2000
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a. The proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the
Development Code, and the purposes of the distdct in which the site is located.
b. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvement.,; in the vicinity.
c. The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration,
together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the
application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration attached hereto,
and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows:
a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated
thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the
independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and
considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application.
b. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into
the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur.
c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project
will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife
depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the
staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission dudng the
public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set
forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth
below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Planninq Division
1) The temporary use of this structure is for a pedod not to exceed 5
years.
2)The screen walls around the ground-mounted air-conditioning units
shall be stucco coated, masonry walls.
3) Shrub planting shall be used around the base of the entire building..
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
CUP 00 - 13 COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH
July 26, 2000
Page 3
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Larry T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Builer, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: Conditional Use Permit 00-13
SUBJECT: Temporary Youth Activity Center
APPLICANT: Community Baptist Church
LOCATION: NWC 19th Street and Beryl Street
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements ComoleflonDate
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but
such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the
date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which
include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the
Development Code regulations.
2.Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all
Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3.Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
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be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or
approved use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development
Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in
effect at the time of building permit issuance.
7. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of
concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground
vaults.
D. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home
landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape
architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building
permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2.Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
E. General Requirements
1. Submit four complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
c. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and
size of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number (i.e., TT #, CUP #, DR #, etc.) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Amhitect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or wails.
4. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
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5. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by
the Building and Safety Division.
F. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number (Le., CUP 98-01). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code,
Nationat Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the
Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development or
addition to an existing development, the applicant shall pay development fees at the
established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: Transportation Development
Fee, Drainage Fee, School Fees, Permit and Plan Checking Fees. Applicant shall provide a
copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation
and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public
counter).
6. The following is required for side yard use for increase in allowable area:
a. Provide a reduced site plan (8 ~" x 11") which indicates the non-buildable easement.
b. Recorded "Covenant and Agreement for the Maintenance of a Non-Buildable
Easement," which is signed by the appropriate property owner(s).
c. Sample document is available from the Building and Safety Division.
G. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the Uniform Building Code for the property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the Uniform Building Code for required occupancy separation(s).
3. Plans for food preparation areas shall be approved by County of San Bemardino
Environmental Health Services prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with UBC Table
5-A
H. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
4. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits.
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5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more
of combined cut and fill. The Grading Plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a
California Registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT,
(909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
I. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Mello Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project. The
developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced,
participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a
fire station to serve the development. The CFD shall be formed by the District and the
developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs.
2. Fire flow requirement shall be:
1750 gallons per minute, Per '97 UFC Appendix Ill-A, 5, (b) (Table).
- OR-
a. A fire flow shall be conducted by the buildeddeveloper and witnessed by fire department
personnel prior to water plan approval.
b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants
shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by tim department personnel
after construction and prior to occupancy.
3. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required
hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6-inch
riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet
this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and
model numbers.
4. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for ali hydrants and installed prior to
final inspection.
5. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15.
Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as
woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage, high piled
stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if the sprinkler system is adequate
for proposed operations.
6. Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of
sprinkler system.
7. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
X California Code Regulations Title 24.
8. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
X All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 32.
9. All trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14 feet,
6 inches from the ground up, so as not to impede fire apparatus.
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10. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
11. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows:
X $677 for New Commercial and Industrial Development (per new building).**
**Note: Separate plan check fees for Tenant Improvement work, fire protection systems
(sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon
submittal of: plans.
12. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997 UBC,
UFC, UPC, UMC, and RCFD Standards 32 and 15 and 1996 NEC.
J. Special Permits
1. Special permits may be required, depending on intended use, as noted below:
a. Places of assembly (except churches, schools, and other non-profit organizations).
NOTE: SEPARATE PLAN CHECK FEES FOR TENANT IMPROVEMENTS, FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEMS (SPRINKLERS, HOOD SYSTEMS, ALARMS, ETC.), AND/OR ANY
CONSULTANT REVIEWS WILL BE ASSESSED UPON SUBMI'I-rAL OF PLANS.
NOTE: A SEPARATE GRADING PLAN CHECK SUBMI'I-I'AL IS REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS WHERE
IMPROVEMENTS BEING PROPOSED WILL GENERATE 50 CUBIC YARDS OR MORE
OF COMBINED CUT AND FILL. THE GRADING PLAN SHALL BE PREPARED,
STAMPED AND SIGNED BY A CALIFORNIA REGISTERED CIVIL ENGINEER.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
K. Security Lighting
1. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,
with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the
entire development.
2. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
L. Security Hardware
I. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are I
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be
used.
M. Windows
All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted /
from frame or track in any manner.
N. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for /
nighttime visibility.
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Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and I /
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in
turn save dollars and lives.
2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriff's dispatch number:
(909) 941-1488. / /
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NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 2f091 and 2f092 of the Public Resources Code.
Project File No.: Development Review 00-22 Public Review Period Closes: July 26, 2000
Project Applicant: Michael Mords, Development Manager, Legacy Partners
Project Location (also see attached map): Located near the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and
Sixth Street-APN: 210-081-07 and 210-081-15.
Project Description: Theproposeddevelopmentoffour2-storyofficebuildingstotaling280,000squarefeet
on 19.39 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, and within
the Haven Avenue Overlay District. Related files: Tentative Parcel Map 15447, Tree Removal Permit 00-13,
Pre-Application Review 00-01, and Preliminary Review 00-01.
FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
[] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant
effect on the environment.
[] The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but:
(1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this
proposed Negative Declaration was released for public reviewwould avoid the effects or mitigate
the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and
(2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required.
Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related
documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic
Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period.
July 26, 2000
Date of Determination Adopted By
T H E CITY OF
RANCHO CUCA~ONGA
Staff Report
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Debra Meier, AICP
Contract Planner
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-22 - LEGACY
PARTNERS - The proposed development of four 2-story office buildings totaling 280,000
square feet on 19.39 acres of land, located near the southeast comer of Haven Avenue and
Sixth Street in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, and
within the Haven Avenue Overlay District - APN: 210-081-07 and 210-081-15. Related Files:
Tentative Parcel Map 15447, Tree Removal Permit 00-13, Pre-Application Review 00-01, and
Preliminary Review 00-01.
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 15447 - LEGACY PARTNERS - The proposed subdivision of
19.39 acres into four parcels, located near the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth
Street in the Industrial Park Distdct (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, and within
the Haven Overlay District. APN: 210-081-07 and 210-081-15. Related Files: Development
Review 00-22, Tree Removal Permit 00-13, Pre-Application Review 00-01, and Preliminary
Review 00-01.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
A. Surroundinq Land Use and Zoninq:
North - Office Park/Industrial Park (Subarea 6)
South - Multi-tenant Industrial/Office Park/Industrial Park (Subarea 6)
East - General Dynamics Office Park Master Plan/Industrial Park (Subarea 12)
West - Vacant Land/Industrial Park (Subarea 6)
B. General Plan Desiqnations:
Project Site - Industrial Park
North - Industrial Park
South - Industrial Park
East Industrial Park
West Industhal Park
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C. Site Characteristics: The project site is situated along Haven Avenue, with existing development in the
immediate area including an office/industrial park on the north side of Sixth street; The Empire Lakes
Corporate Center on the east side of Utica Avenue; the Trademark Office/Industrial Park adjacent to the
south. Land on the west side of Haven Avenue remains in agricultural use. The comer of Haven
Avenue and Sixth Street is not a part of this proposed project, neither is the site of Haven Building
Materials, an existing non-conforming use consisting of outdoor sales and storage of building supplies
and products such as blocks, bricks, sand and masonry related materials. Haven Building Materials is
secured with chain-link fencing and therefore, all materials and activities are cleady visible from the site.
The project site has been previously graded and gently slopes toward the south. The land was cleared
of vineyards approximately ten years ago; however, several eucalyptus trees remain. The site contains
no structures and is occasionally disced for weed control.
D. Parkinq Calculations:
Number of Number of
Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces
of Use Footaqe Ratio Required Provided
Office 280,000 4/1,000 1,120 1,415
ANALYSIS:
A. General: The Commission reviewed the proposed project as a Pre-Application Review workshop on
January 26, 2000. At the workshop, the applicant was encouraged to provide master planning for the
not-a-part portion at the comer of Sixth and Haven, and were provided commentary on other design
issues such as screening of roof mounted equipment, the use of two building materials, building
setbacks and street orientation, and the use of public art. The master planning is shown on Exhibits "A"
and "B."
The Commission also discussed the policy regarding the use of two pdmary building materials. The
proposed project lacks the typical use of two primary building materials as defined by Planning
Commission policy. The Commission felt that given the design theme and quality of the project, the use
of the second building material could be limited to the tile on the stand-alone wall elements used at the
project entry.
The proposed project consists of four 2-story office buildings, each on their own parcel. Phase 1
includes three of the four clustered at the east side of the site odented toward Utica Avenue. The
Phase I buildings are connected through decorative hardscape, outdoor employee seating areas, and
entry plaza spaces. Phase 2, Building 4, stands alone, and is oriented toward Haven Avenue.
B. Design Review Committee: The project was reviewed by the Design Review Committee (McNiel,
Stewart, and Coleman) on May 16, 2000. The Committee began with a review of attention to detail
given to the project as a result of the Pre-Application workshop. The primary concerns expressed by
the Committee were the repetitive design of the project, including building footprint, color, material, and
architectural pattern. The Committee adjourned with the intent to visit a similar project in Newport
Beach, upon which this design is based. The Committee directed the applicant to analyze the building
design elements as discussed and prepare a perspective rendering to more realistically depict the
building design and style for future Committee review. The Committee was not convinced at this first
meeting that the project meets the intent of the Haven Avenue Overlay Disthct. Following the meeting,
Committee member Stewart did have the opportunity to visit the project in Newport Beach, and
Committee member McNiel and Coleman reviewed photographs of the same project, which had been
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provided by the applicant. Based on viewing the actual site and site photographs, the Committee once
again reviewed the proposed color renderings on June 6, 2000. The Committee agreed that, with minor
additions, they were more comfortable with the overall project design theme and elements. The
Committee then recommended the following:
1. The Committee recommended the addition of the wainscot element, which was used on the
Newport Beach project.
2. The Committee expressed concern regarding the material used for the cornice and window sill
elements. The architect has indicated that the foam add-ons allow for a greater depth of the
cornice/windowsill due to the weight of the matedal (versus concrete precast) and are more easily
attached to the building. The finish is EIFS (stucco) in a light texture that matches the building
surface. The goal is that there be no perceptible change in color or matedal between the building
face and the detail elements.
Both recommendations have been added to the revised plans that are included in the staff report for
your consideration.
C. Technical Review Committee: The Technical Review Committee reviewed the project on May 17, 2000.
All requirements of the committee are included as conditions of approval.
D. Environmental Assessment: The Initial Study was prepared for the project. The attached resolution
contains mitigation measures for air quality impacts during construction of the project, biological
resources related to the preservation and replacement of trees, and signal warrant analysis for traffic-
related impacts to Haven Avenue and Sixth Street.
CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radius
of the project site.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission issue a Mitigated Negative
Declaration and adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Development Review 00-22 and Tentative Parcel Map
15447, subject to all conditions of approval.
BB:DM\Is
Attachments: Exhibit"A" - Site Location
Exhibit "B" - Illustrative Site Plan
Exhibit"C" - Building Elevations
Exhibit"D" - Initial Study
Exhibit "E" - Tree Removal Permit
Exhibit"F" - Parcel Map
Exhibit "G" - Pre-Application Review Minutes dated January 26, 2000
Resolution of Approval for Development Review 00-22
Resolution of Approval for Tentative Par~:el Map 15447
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INFORMATION FORM
c, o,R..c oCu am . (Part I - Initial Study)
(909) 477-2750
The purpose of this form is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed
project so that the City may review the project pursuant to City policies, ordinances, and
guidelines; the California Environment31 Quality Act; and the City's Rules and Procedures
to Implement CEQA. It is important that the information requested in this application be
provided in full.
IN~QMPI. E~TE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED, Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure
that the application is complete at lhe time of submittal: Cily staff will not be available to per[orrn work required to p~ovide missing
information.
Application Number for the project to which this form pertains: File No. PR/PAR 00-01
Project Title: RANCHO CORPORATE CENT~
Na.me & Address of project owner(s): AMIR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY MONEY PURCHASE PENSION PT.AN.
8730 WILSNIRE BOULEVARD, . SUITE 300, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 C/o PAUL AMIRr TRUSTEE
Name & Address of developer or project sponsor: LEGACY PARTNERS COMMERCIAL, INC.
Contact Person & Address: MICHAEL MORRIS, LEGACY PARTNERS
30 EXECUTIVE PARK, SUITE 100, IRVINE, CA 92614
Telephone Number:. ' 949-261-2100
Name & Address of pe~on prepadng this form (if di~orent frem,above):
Telephone Number:.
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Information indicated by astedsk (*) is not required of non-construction CUP's unless otherwise requested by staf~
'1) Provide a full scale (8-1,,'2 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site. and indicate the
site boundades.
2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representalive views into the site from the nodh, south, east and west;
views ~nlc; and f~m the site from the pdmary access points which serve the site: and representative views of significant
features frgm the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph.
3) Project Location (describe): SOUTHEAST.(~UADRANT INTERSECTION OF HAVEN AVENUE AND 6th STREET,
~YCL~TDT~C TNE TWO PARCELS AT THE INTERSECTION. SITE ALSO FRONTS ON UTICA AVENUE
AND WINSTON AVENUE
4) Assessor's Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary):
APN 210-081-07 and 15
'5) Gross Site Araa (ac/sq. ft.): +19 acres
'6) Net Site Area (total site size minu& area ol pubh'c streets & proposed dedicetions):
17.5 acres
Oescdbe anypreposed gene~lplan amendmentorzone change which would affectthe projectsite(aMach additionalsheet
ifnecessary:
None
Include a description of all pen~s which w~ be necessa~ from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental
agenc~s ~ o~er to ~1~ implement the project:
GRADING PERMIT FROM CITY
BUILDING PERMITS FROM CITY
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT, TENTATIVE AND FINAL PARCEL MAPS
NEGATIVE
DECLARATION
Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists before Ihe project including information on topography, soil stability, plants
and animals, mature trees, trails and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on site
(including age and condition) and the use of the structures. Attach photographs o! significanl features described. In addition.
site all sources of infon~nation (i.e., geological and/or hydrologic studies· biotic and archeological surveys, traffic studies):
THE SITE IS FLAT GRADED AND GENTLY SLOPES TO THE SOUTH. ~HE SITE BAS BEEN VACANT
FOR TEN YEARS AND WAS PREVIOUSLY UTILIZED FOR CULTIVATION OF GRAPE VINEYARDS.
SEVERAL EUCALYPTUS TREES, THE REMAINDER OF A WINDOW, TRAVERSE THE SITE. THERE ARE
NO STRUCTURES ON THE SITE. OTHER THAN WEEDS AND A PILE OF CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
RUBBLE, THE SITE IS BARREN. THE SOIL IS COMPACTED ALLUVIUM SAND.
I O) Describe the known cultural and/or historical aspects of the site. Site ell sources of information (books, published reports and
oral history):
SITE IS VACANT. SITE WAS HISTORICALLY UTILIZED FOR CULTIVATION OF GRAPE VINEYARDS.
11) Describe ~ny n~e s~u~es ~nd their ~eve~s tha~ ~W e~ect the sile (airc~ ~dw~y n~e~ etc~)~nd h~w ~hey ~ a~ect
praposed uses:
ROADWAY NOISE FROM THE FRONTAGE STREETS. THE COMPLETED BUILDINGS WILL BE DESIGNED
WITH INSULATION AND GLAZING TO LIMIT EXTERIOR NOISE. __
12) Descdbe the ptoposed pmject in detail. This should pmvide an adequate descdption of the site in terms of ultimate use which
will result Item the prosed project. Indicate if there are preposed phases for development, the extent of development to occur
with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each increment. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessat),:
The project consists of four two-story concrete tilt-up office buildings totaling to 280,000
SF. The buildings vary in size from 60,000 to 80,000 SF with footprint/floor plates
varying from 30,000 SF to 40,000 SF. Buildings 1,2, and 3 totaling to 220,000 SF are
planned as Phase I with construction planned to commence 3ra Quarter 2000 with
completion in the 2nd Quarter 2001. Building 4, totaling to 60,000 SF, near Haven
Avenue is planned as Phase 2 with construction commencement and completion
anticipated in 2002 dependent on market conditions.
The project will have over 5:1000 parking, landscaped plazas, in a campus environment.
The project has a Mediterranean theme with a warm color palette, abundant landscaping
and outside people spaces.
Incorporated into the interior building design will be technologically superior building
systems and features that appeal to a wide range of corporate tenants.
13) Descrfbe the surrounding propedies, including infom~ation on plants and animals and any cultural, historical, or scenic aspects.
Indicate the type of land use (residential. commercial, etc.], intensity of land use (onegamily. aparlment houses, shops,
depariment stores, etc.) and scale of development (height. frentage, setback, rear yard. etc.):
To the north is a developed business park across 6th Street. To the east across Utica
Avenue is a 400,000 SF vacant manufacturing/office building. To the south is a
developed business park and a vacant lot planned for an additional building. To the west
across Haven Avenue is a vacant site planned for commercial/industrial development. To
the north and west is a vacant lot at the coruer of Haven and 6th Street. To the south of
that vacant lot abutting the subject site is Haven Building Materials, an operating building
supply company, with outside storage and a metal building.
14) Wt~~ th~ pt~p~s~d pr~j~ct chang~ th~ patt~rn~ ~ca~~ ~r charect~r ~f ~h~ surmunding g~n~re~ ama ~f th~ pt~ject?
Indicatethe~peofsho~-~rmand~n~nmnoisetobegenemte~ ~cludingsou~eandamount. How ~lllheseno~e ~ve~
affecta~acentprope~esandon*s~euses. Whatmetho~ ofsoundproofingam proposed?
SHORT TERM, NORMAL COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION NOISE WILL BE GENERATED ON TRE SITE.
LONG TERM NOISE RELATED TO THE OPERATION OF AN OFFICE PARK WILL BE EXPERIENCE~,
SIMILAR TO THAT OF SURROUNDING PROPERTIES.
'1~ ~d~ateproposed~mova~ an~or~p~cement$ofmalum orscen~t~es:
SEVERAL EUCALYPTUS TREES, THE REMAINS OF A WINDROW THAT TRAVERSED THE PROPERTY,
ARE ON THE PROPERTY AND PROPOSED FOR REMOVAL. EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPING, INCLUDING
PARKING LOT AND PERIMETER TREES, AND DECORATIVE TREES IN TRE PLAZA AREAS ARE
PROPOSED TO BE PLANTED.
Indicateanybodiesofwa~r(includingdomes~ watersupp~ ~to wh~h ~esHed~s: TRE SITE
SURFACE DRAINS TO LOCAL STREETS OF UTICA AVENUE, WINSTON AVENUE AND RAVEN AVENUE
WHERE RUN OFF IS CONVEYED~:IN UNDERGROUND STORM DRAINAGE SYSTEMS TO
WHICH DISCHARGES
18) Indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For fu~lher clarification, please contact
Ihe Cucamonga County Water District at 987-259 I.
a. Residential (gal'day) N/A Peak use (gal/Day) N/A
b. CommerciaL, Tnd. (gal~day/ac) 1500 gal/day/ac. Peak use (gal/m#Vac)_3~.~.~.t--~i~.~/R,~LY--/.~.C.
19) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal __ Septic Tank X Sewer. If septic tanks ara proposed, attach
percolation tests. If discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See
Attachment A for usage estimates). For fu~fher clarification, please contact the Cucamonga Counly Water District et 987-2591.
a. Residential (gal~day) N/A
b. Commercial/Ind. (gal/day~ac) 2000gal/day/ac/ TRE DISCHARGE IS EXPECTED TO BE
SUBSTANTIALLY LESS THAN TRIS FIGURE AS TRE
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS: ONLY SEWER CONNECTIOt~WILL BE STANDARD OFFICE
20) Number of re$idenlial units! RE~TROOMS, SMALL EMPLOYEE KITCHENS, DRINKING
FOUNTAINS, AND JANITOR SINKS.
Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size: ."
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Attached (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units): _
21) Anticipated range of sale prfces and/or renls:
Sale Pdce($) $ to $.
Rent (per month) $ to $
22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit type:
23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type:
24) Indicate the expected number of school children who will be residing wilhin Ihe projecl: Conlact the appropriate School
Districts as shown in Attachment B:
a. Elementary:
b. Junior High:
c. Senior High
COMMERCIAL. INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
25) Descdbetype~fuse(s)~ndmaj~rfuncti~n(s)~fc~mmercia~~industda~~rinstituti~na~uses:
26) Total floor area of commercial, industrial, or institutional uses by type:
27) Indicate hour~ of operation: ESTIMATED AT 7AM TO 6pm. SOME TENANTS MAY HAVE A SECOND OR
SPLIT SHIFT. SOME TENANTS MAY HAVE SOME EMPLOYEES PRESENT AT OFF HOURS AND WEEKENDS.
28) Number of employee$: Total: ESTIMATED AT 1250 OR MORE
Maximum Shift: E~TTMAmED AT l~?K~
Time of Maximum Shift: 8AM - 5PM
29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and sala,'y ranges, as well as an indication of the rate
of hire for each classificalion (attach additional sheet ff naeessary):
APPROXIMATELY 95-100% ESTIMATED TO BE OFFICE PERSONNEL. WAGE AND SALARY RANGES
AND RATE OF HIRE UNKNOWN.
30) Estimation of the number of worke~ to be hired that currently reside in the City: ESTIMATE~ POTENTIALLY 1,250
WORKERS AT PROJECT BUILDOUT. ESTIMATE THAT ANYWHERE FROM 20~40% CURRENTLY RESIDE
IN THE CITY. EXPECT THAT OTHERS WILL MOVE TO THE CITY WHEN EMPLOYED HERE.
'31) For commercial and industrial uses only. indicate the source, type and amount of air pollution emissions. (Data should be
vedlied through the South Coast Air Quality Management Distdct. at (E!°-) f73 E2E3;: 909-396-2000
AUTO EMISSIONS TYPICAL TO BUSINESS PARK~OFFICE DEVELOPMENT
AI~L PROJECTS
32) Have the water~ sewer~ f;re~ and ~d c~ntro~ ~gencies serving the preject been c~ntacted t~ detennine their ebi~ity t~ provide
adequate sen, ice to the proposed project? If so. please indicate their response.
CUCAMONGA COUNTY WATER DISTRICT .~WATER/SEWER - YES
33) In the known history of this property, has there been any use. storage, or discharge of hazan:fous and/or toxic materials? -
Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but am not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances; pesticides and
herbicides; fu~ls, oils, solvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above.
Please list the materials and desc~fbe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property, as weft as the dates of use, if
known.
NONE
34) Will the proposed project involve the tempora~/ or long-term use, storage or discharge of haza~lous and/or toxic
materials, including but not limited to those examples listed above? If yes, provide an inventory of all such materials lo be
used and proposed method of disposal. The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be
shown and labeled on the application plans.
NO
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for
adequale evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statemonts, and infom~ation prasented are Irue and
correct tot ho best of my knowledge and belief. I further unde~tand that additional infon'nation may be required to be submitted
before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Date:3/13/00 Signature:
Title: ACQUISITIONS/DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
City of Rancho Cucamonga
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
INITIAL STUDY PART II
BACKGROUND
1. Project File: DR 00-22
2. Related Files: PR 00-01/PAR 00-01
3. Description of Project:
Environmental Assessment and Development Review 00-22 - Leqacy Partners - The
proposed development of four two-story office buildings totaling 280,000 square feet on
19.39 acres of land, located near the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth
Street in the Industrial Park (Subarea 6) District of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, and
within the Haven Avenue Overlay District. APN: 210-081-07 and 210-081-15
Tentative Parcel Map 15447 - Leqacy Partners- The proposed subdivision of 19.39
acres into four parcels, located near the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth
Street in the Industrial Park (Subarea 6) District of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, and
within the Haven Avenue Overlay District. APN: 210-081-07 and 210-081-15
4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
Michael Morris, Development Manager
Legacy Partners
30 Executive Park, Suite 100
Irvine CA 92614 '
(949)-261-2100
5. General Plan Designation: Industrial Park
6. Zoning: Industrial Park (Subarea 6) Industrial Area Specific Plan/Haven Avenue
Oveday District
7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The project site is situated along Haven
Avenue, with existing development in the immediate area including an office/industrial
park on the north side of Sixth Street; The Empire Lakes Corporate Center on the east
side of Utica Avenue; the Trademark Office/Industrial Park adjacent to the south. Land
on the west side of Haven Avenue remains in agricultural use. The immediate area at
the corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth Street is not a part of this proposed project, and a
portion of this area is the site of Haven Building Materials, an existing non-conforming
use consisting of outdoor sales and storage of building supplies and products such as
blocks, bricks, sand and masonry related materials. Haven Building Materials is secured
with chain-link fencing and therefore; however, all materials and activities are clearly
visible from the site.
The project site has been previously graded and gently slopes toward the south. The
land was cleared of vineyards approximately ten years ago, however, several eucalyptus
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trees remain. The site contains no structures and has been occasionally disced for
weed control.
8. Lead Agency Name and Address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
9. Contact Person and Phone Number:
Debra Meier, AICP, Contract Planner
(909) 477-2750
10. Other agencies whose approval is required:
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving
at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless
Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the
following pages.
I (x) Transportation/Circulation
( ) Land Use and Planning (x) Biological Resources ( ) Public Services
II ( ) Population and Housing ( ) Utilities and Service Systems
il(x) Geological Problems ( ) Energy and Mineral Resources ( ) Aesthetics
Il(x) Water ( ) Hazards
Il(x) Air Quality ( ) Noise (x) Cultural Resources
(x) Mandatory Findings of Significance ( ) Recreation
DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
() I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
(V') I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project, or agreed to,
by the applicant. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
( ) I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
( ) I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but
at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based
upon the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially
Significant Impact" or "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated." An
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but must analyze only the effects that
remain to be addressed.
() I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially
significant effects 1) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to
applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier
EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed
project.
Signed:
Debra Meier, AICP
Contract Planner
June 26, 2000
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an
explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact
Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a
discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
'1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposah
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction
over the project?
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
vicinity?
d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
established community?
Comments:
a-d) The proposed project was designed to conform to the Industrial Area Specific Plan
Subarea 6 and the Haven Avenue Overlay District. No increase in building density
or plan amendment is proposed.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Tnan
2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
population projections?
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an
undeveloped area or extension of major
infrastructure)?
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
housing?
Comments:
a-b) Construction activities at the site will be short-term and will not attract new
employees to the area. The proposed project is expected to result in approximately
1,250 employees, this project is related to the success of users within the Empire
Lakes Corporate Park located nearby. The project proponent expects between 20-
40% of potential employees will reside within the City. Other employees would be
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likely to locate to the immediate area. The Cities current housing market could
adequately provide for the housing market demand provided by this project.
c) The site is currently void of any structures. No existing housing is located onsite or
within the general vicinity of the site.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially UnleSS Than
3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in
or expose people to potential impacts involving:
a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) ( ) (,/) ( )
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) ( ) (,/) ( )
d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill?
g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments:
a-c) No known faults pass through the site, it is not in an Alquist-Pdolo Special Studies
Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Red Hill
Fault. The Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes within 3.0 miles north
and west of the site, and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately 7 miles
northerly. These faults are both capable of producing Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquakes,
respectively. Also, the San Jacinto fault, capable of producing up to Mw 7.5
earthquakes is 14 miles northeast of the site and the San Andreas, capable of up to
Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is 15 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can
produce strong ground shaking. Liquefaction could occur at the site if a strong
earthquake coincided with an extended pedod of heavy rains raising the local water
table. The site is otherwise located on stable soils. Adhering to the Uniform Building
Code will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant.
d) The site is not located near a body of water.
e) The site is relatively fiat so landsliding or mudflows are not likely to occur.
0 The site is relatively fiat so grading will be minimal; approximately 35,000 cubic
yards. Grading will even out the site and create the necessary slope gradient to
allow proper site drainage.
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g/h) Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga-Delhi. These soils are excessively
drained, nearly level to moderately sloping soils formed on alluvial fans. They are
relatively stable but are subject to liquefaction when the water table is relatively
shallow. Approximately 29,000 cubic yards of soil will be over-excavated and
compacted in order to meet current soil stability standards as required by the
Uniform Building Code. A soils report will be required by the Building and Safety
Division prior to issuance of building permits. The impact is not considered
significant.
i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Polentially Unless Thar~
4. WATER. Will the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, ( 0 (,/) ( )
or the rate and amount of surface water runoff?
b) Exposure of people or property to water related ( ( ) ( ) (,/)
hazards such as flooding?
c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration ( ( ) ( ) (,/)
of surface water quality (e.g., temperature,
dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)?
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any ( ) ( ) (,/)
water body?
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction ( ) ( ) (,/)
of water movements?
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either ( ) ( ) (v')
through direct additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an aquifer by cuts or
excavations, or through substantial loss of
groundwater recharge capability?
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? ( ) ( ) (,/)
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? ( ) ( ) (,/)
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of ( ) ( ) (,/)
groundwater otherwise available for public water
supplies?
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Comments:
a) The project is expected to result in changes in absorption rates and drainage
pattern. A drainage study/plan showing how stormwater runoff will be handled
both during construction and operation, shall be approved by the City Engineer
prior to issuance of a grading permit.
b) The site is located not located within the 100-year flood plain.
c-e) The project site is not located near a body of water.
f-i) The project will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposah
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to ( ) (,/) ( ) ( )
an existing or projected air quality violation?
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) (,/) ( ) ( )
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
cause any change in climate?
d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments:
a-b) Potential impacts to air quality are consistent with the Public Health and Safety
Super-Element within the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. During construction,
there is the possibility of fugitive dust to be emitted from grading the site.
Nonetheless, dust emissions could be sufficient to warrant the use of water or
other dust palliatives at this site.
Soumes of emissions during this phase include exhaust emissions from
construction vehicles and equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of
construction vehicles and equipment traveling over exposed surfaces. NO, and
PM10 levels may be exceeded dudng this phase, however with implementation of
the following mitigation measures, impacts will be reduces to less-than-significant
levels.
1. The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used
on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The
construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans
include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
2. The construction contractor shall utilize electric or diesel-powered
equipment in-lieu of gasoline-powered engines where feasible.
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3, The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans
include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in
use.
c-d) The proposed office park development project will not generate emissions that could
cause climatic changes or objectionable odors.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotenhallyUnless 3~lan
6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? ( ) (,/) ( )
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., ( ) (v')
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to ( ) (,/)
nearby uses?
d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ) (,X)
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ) (,/)
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting ) (V')
alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)?
g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ) (,/)
Comments:
a) A Congestion Management Program (CMP) Analysis specific to this project was
prepared by RKJK and Associates, dated May 2000. Regional access to the
project site is provided by Interstates 10 (from the south) and 15 (from the east).
Local access is provided by north-south arterials Haven Avenue, Utica Street or
Milliken; and east-west arterials 6th Street, 8th Street and 4th Street. The
intersections in this general area operate at Level of Service "D" or better during
the peak hours, except for the intersection of Haven Avenue at Trademark
Parkway, which operates at Level of Service "F" during the evening peak hour.
Therefore, a traffic signal is warranted at this intersection, and will be required as a
condition of development (see mitigation listed below).
Other on-site improvements and improvements adjacent to the site will be required
in conjunction with the proposed development to ensure adequate cimulation within
and around the project. Those required improvements include:
1. Prepare and submit a traffic signal warrant study for the intersections of
Haven Avenue and Trademark Parkway, and Sixth Street and Utica
Avenue. If either or both signals are warranted they shall be installed and
Transportation Department Fee Credits given.
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b-c) The proposed office park development will not create hazards or result in
inadequate emergency access to the site.
e-f) The proposed office park development will not impact cyclists or pedestrians nor
create transportation-related hazards. The perimeter of the site will be fully
improved with curbs, gutters, sidewalk, streetlights, signalization, and the
appropriate turn lanes.
g) Located three miles northerly of the Ontario Airport, the site is offset north of the
flight path and will not be dangerous to users or aircraft
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal
result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their ( ) ( ) (,/) )
habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish,
insects, animals, and birds)?
b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, ( ) ( ) (v') )
eucalyptus windrow, etc.)?
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., ( ) ( ) ( ) (/)
eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)?
d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
vernal pool)?
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
Comments:
a) A habitat assessment of the site was conducted on August 19 and 23, 1999, by
Impact Sciences report dated June 2000. The Natural Diversity Data Base was
consulted to identify potential sensitive species and habitats in the area. The site
has been cleared of vineyards for approximately ten years. Only marginal natural
habitat remains on the site (95% exotic and invasive species), and the property
was reviewed and cleared for the presence of Delhi Sands Flower-Loving fly
habitat as a result of soil characteristics on-site, which are silty sand and loamy
sands described as olive green in color. No sensitive species were detected on-
site and it is unlikely any will move on to the site due to the lack of natural habitat.
b-c) There are currently mature eucalyptus trees traversing the site. Proposed removal
of mature trees will be done included within the project proposal, including five
multi-trunk Eucalyptus groups varying in size from 3' to 25' circumference zone.
Tree Replacement shall consist of five multi-trunk accent species to be used
at project entry, building entry or outdoor seating area.
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d) There is no riparian or wetland habitat on-site.
e) The site, along with other sites in the vicinity, is undeveloped. However,
intermittent industrial/office park development along Haven Avenue has eliminated
any wildlife corridors that may have occurred in the past.
Impact SJgnificanl PotentiallYlmpact Impact Less Impact
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Petentlelly Unless Than
Significant Mit~gaedn Significant No
Incorporated
8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the
proposah
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
plans?
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
inefficient manner?
c) Result in the loss of availability of a known ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
mineral resource that would be of future value to
the region and the residents of the State?
Comments:
c) The project site is not located in a Classified or Designated Mineral Resource area
by the State Mining and Geology Board as identified by the San Bernardino County
General Plan.
issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUn~ess Tha~
9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of ) ( ) (v')
hazardous substances (including, but not limited
to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)?
b) Possible interference with an emergency ) ( ) (,/)
response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential ) ( ) (z')
health hazard?
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of ) ( ) (,/)
potential health hazards?
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable ) ( ) (v')
brush, grass, or trees?
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Comments:
a/c There is no evidence of commercial or industrial uses other than prior vineyard
cultivation. No evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes or
discolored soils are observed. There was no indication of underground storage
tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site. Some concrete rubble has been noted
along the eastern boundary of the site and will be removed with site grubbing and
grading activities.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnless Titan
10. NOISE. Will the proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise levels? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments:
a-b) The proposed site will not produce any noticeable long-term noise impacts, as the
site's proposed office uses are not intrinsically noisy. The temporary increase in
noise during construction, or increased roadway noise by additional vehicle tdps,
is not considered significant because there are no nearby sensitive receptors.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnless Than
11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an
effect upon or result in a need for new or altered
government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
e) Other govemmental services? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments:
a-e) Fire Protection - The site, located on Haven Avenue in Rancho Cucamonga, is
served by a fire station located near Archibald Avenue and Foothill Boulevard,
approximately 2 miles from the project site. Standard conditions of approval from
the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will be placed on the project.
Police protection - The proposed office park will incrementally increase the need for
routine police protection services, consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga
General Plan and Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council.
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Schools - The proposed office park will incrementally increase the need for schools
through the potential for increased housing and population growth, consistent with
the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and Development Impact Fees
established by the school district.
Parks - The proposed office park will incrementally increase the need for park and
recreation services through the potential for increased housing and population
growth, consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and
Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council.
Public facilities -The proposed office park will incrementally increase traffic on
adjacent streets, consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and
Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Pote~[ially Unless Than
12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies
or substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) ( ) (V')
b) Communication systems? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
facilities?
d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/,)
e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments.',
a-g) The proposed office park will include the construction of approximately 280.000
square feet of office space. The proposed development will extend as necessary
existing systems and utilities available in the immediate area. The proposed
project will not require major modifications or alterations to the existing utility
systems.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Ur~less Tna~
13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal'.
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources:, Potentially Unless Titan
C) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
Comments:
a/b) The site lies adjacent to Haven Avenue and Sixth Street which require
development to occur in a planned campus-like setting. The site will be
landscaped along the streetscape as well as through the site. A total of 18 percent
landscape coverage of the net lot area is proposed and 30 percent of the required
trees used in the parking lot are 24 inch box as required in the City of Rancho
Cucamonga Industrial Area Specific Plan (11-33.6.) Within the Haven Avenue
overly portion of the site, 23 percent of the area is landscaped.
c) The proposed office park will incrementally add to the creating additional light or
glare within the area. Immediately to the north, east and south of the site are
similar office/industrial park developments.
Issues and ~upporting Information Sources: Potenllally Unless Than
14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
a) Disturb Paleontological resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) ( ) (,/')
c) Affect historical or cultural resources? ( ) (,/) ( )
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change, ( ) ( ) (,/')
which would affect unique ethnic cultural values?
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within ( ) ( ) (,/)
the potential impact area?
Comments:
a-e) Although no cultural resources have been observed on-site, grading of the site may
expose or unearth historic cultural resources. As the site is relatively small (less
than 20 acres) and the adjacent and surrounding areas have been disturbed, the
likelihood of unearthing cultural resources is minimal and impacts are considered
less than significant. In the event that a historic or cultural resource is found, the
contractor will be required to contact the owner of the site and the San Bernardino
County Museum for the proper recovery and removal of the artifact.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potenlially Unless Than
15. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or ) ( ) ( ) (,/')
regional parks or other recreational facilities?
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Comments:
a) The proposed office park will incrementally increase the need for park and
recreation services through the potential for increased housing and population
growth, consistent with the City of Rancho Cucemonga General Plan and
Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council.
b) There is no impact associated with affecting existing recreational opportunities as
the property surrounding the project area is designated for industrial and office park
development.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the ( ) ( ) (,/') ( )
potential to degrade the quality of the
environment, substantially reduce the habitat of
a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self-sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or
eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory?
b) Short term: Does the project have the potential ( ) ( ) (,/) ( )
to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of
long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term
impact on the environment is one which occurs
in a relatively brief, definitive period of time.
Long-term impacts will endure well into the
future.)
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than
C) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection
with the effects of past projects, the effects of
other current projects, and the effects of
probable futura projects.)
d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
environmental effects, which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings,
either directly or indirectly?
Comments:
a) A habitat assessment of the site was conducted on August 19 and 23, 1999, by
Impact Sciences report dated June 2000. The Natural Diversity Data Base was
consulted to identify potential sensitive species and habitats in the area. The site
has been cleared of vineyards for approximately ten years. Only marginal natural
habitat remains on the site (95% exotic and invasive species), and the property
was reviewed and cleared for the presence of Delhi Sands Flower-Loving fly
habitat as a result of soil characteristics on-site, which are silty sand and loamy
sands described as olive green in color. No sensitive species were detected on-
site and it is unlikely any will move on to the site due to the lack of natural habitat.
b) The project site is 19.39 acres and grading will be limited to moving approximately
35,000 cubic yards. There are no sensitive receptors nearby that would be
significantly affected by noise and fugitive dust associated with construction of the
facility.
c) The project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable. The site is within an industrial area, which permits this type of office
park development. The initial study did not identify any impacts that could not be
mitigated through the City's standard conditions of approval.
d) The proposed office park development on 19.39-acres would not cause substantial
adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. The site is located in
an industrial area along Haven Avenue.
EARLIER ANALYSES
Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA
process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative
Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within
the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following eadier document(s) pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on
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the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study
and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500
Civic Center Drive (check all that apply):
· General Plan EIR
(Certified April 6, 1981)
· Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update
(SCH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989)
· Industrial Area Specific Plan EIR
(Certified September 19, 1981 )
· Congestion Management Program (CMP) Analysis, Rancho Cucamonga Corporate
Center, prepared by RKJK & Associates, dated May 2000.
· Results of a Delhi Sands Flower-Loving Fly Habitat Based Evaluation, prepared by
Impact Sciences, June 2000.
· Results of Soil characteristics Study, prepared by Petra Geotechnical, June 2000.
LEGACY PARTNERS ~]002
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APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am the applicant for the project described in this Initial Study. I acknowledge-that I
have read this Initial Study and the proposed mitigation measures. Further, I have revised the
project plans or proposals and/or hereby agree to the proposed mitigation measures to avoid
the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where cleady no significant environmental effects
would occur.
Signature: ~Date:
Pdnt Name and Title:
C :~W1N NT~Profiles~-nmune on .00~De~dop/IN STU DY-PT2.Wl3U
Tree Removal Permtt
Development
Ordinance No. 276, pertaining to the preservation of trees on private property, requires that no person remove or relocate any
woody plants in excess of fifteen (15) feet in height and having a single trunk circumference of fifteen (15) inches or more and
multi-trunks having a circumference of thirty (30) inches or more (measured twenty-four (24) inches from ground level), without
first obtaining a Tree Removal Permit from the City.
Location of Subject Site: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 6th STREET AND UTICA AVENUE APN
Name, Address, Telephone of Applicant: LEGACY PARTNERS COMMERCIAL, INC.
30 EXECUTIVE PARK, SUITE 100, IRVINE, CA 92614
Name, Address, Telephone of Property Owner (if olher than applicant): AMIR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
MONEY PURCHASE PENSION FUND, 8730 WILSHIRE BLVD., SUITE 300, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211
Reasons for Removal (altach necessary sheet(s): AGE, SIZE, SPECIES AND LOCATION OF TREES MAKES THEM
INFEASIBLE TO INCORPORATE INTO THE PROJECT LANDSCAPING AND SITE
Proposed Method of Removal: CUTTING
Applicant's Signature: ~Sy: //~./~L,--~- Date: 4/10/00
This application shall include a plot plan indicating location of all trees to be removed and retained. The species, number,
and size of the trees to be removed shall be so designated. If a tree is diseased, then a written statement from a licensed
arborist stating the nature of the disease shall be required.
[] APPROVED [] DENIED
BY: Reasons:
Date:
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CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Adjourned Meeting
January 26, 2000
Chairman McNiel called the Adjourned Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning
Commission to order at 8:15 p.m. The meeting was held in the Rains Room at Rancho Cucamonga
Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, Califomia.
ROLL CALL
COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Rich Macias, John Mannerino, Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart,
Peter Tolstoy
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Brad Buller, City Planner; Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Debra Meier,
Contract Planner; Emily Wimer, Assistant Planner
NEW BUSINESS
A. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW 00-01 - LEGACY PARTNERS- Review of conceptual plans to
develop four office buildings, totaling 280,000 square feet on 19 acres of land in the Industrial
Park (Subarea 6) and Haven Avenue Overlay Distdct of the Industrial Area Specific Plan,
located on the south side of Sixth Street between Haven Avenue and Utica Avenue -
APN: 210-081-07 and 15.
Michael Morris, Legacy Partners, introduced himself and the project by stating Legacy Partners was
formerly Lincoln Property Company, and that the General Dynamics Corporate Center is currently
managed by Legacy Partners. Mr. Morris was joined by his associates, Edc Hanson from Legacy
Partners and Jim Williams and Julie Yang from Ware and Malcomb, Architects. Mr. Morris
commented that there is a "sense of approach" to the project as the drive along Haven Avenue
provides a window into the project area and the same effect occurs ddving west on Sixth Street. He
also noted that he believes the overall design of the project is considered "contemporary classic."
The Commissioners provided positive comment and feedback to the applicant regarding the overall
project design and concept with the following specific suggestions and comments.
Commissioner Mannerino suggested the applicant avoid the "pill-box" approach to screening the
roof-mounted equipment.
Commissioner Stewart noted" there is a large amount of parking along the rear elevations of the
buildings with no apparent building entry. She asked the applicants to explain the entdes that would
be used by both employees and customers or clients of the building tenants.
Commissioner Macias indicated the need for a pedestrian link between Building 4 and the cluster of
Buildings 1, 2, and 3 (i.e. as in a walkway through the parking landscape median).
Commissioner Tolstoy felt there should be walkways for pedestrian movement from a parked car to
the building entry without having to traverse through landscape medians or planters.
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Commissioner Macias felt the building elevations that face Sixth Street and those rear elevations
that face the parking lots should include an appealing facade with access/entry features appropriate
to the building design.
Commissioner Tolstoy concurred with Commissioner Macias.
Commissioner Tolstoy suggested providing pul~lic ad within the project at an appropriate focal point.
He continued by suggesting the project capitalize on the "campus-like" concept by providing
walkways, landscaping, plaza spaces with outdoor furniture, and similar amenities. He stated
Commission policy for industrial/office projects calls for the incorporation of a second building
material. He noted a vadety of ways this could be accomplished, such as using sandblasted
concrete, stone, or tile for example.
Chairman McNiel thought sandblasted concrete could be a satisfactory secondary material. He also
suggested they consider moving Building 4 up to the streetscape setback line, as well as increasing
the building height to 3-stories. He agreed that the Sixth Street elevation and the elevations facing
the parking lots are in need of a more appealing access and entry.
Commissioner Mannerino suggested they consider the building placement as it relates to episodes
of Santa Ana winds because the prevailing direction of these winds is northeast to southwest;
therefore, an alternative building arrangement to protect building entries and plazas from severe
wind conditions to the extent feasible would be advised.
B. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW 99-07 - A request to review possible street closure of Roberds
Street for future additional parking in the Base Line Bargain Center located at 9456 Roberds
Street- APN: 202-092-008.
John Melcher, Architect, AIA, was present along with the owners of the property, Syed Iftikhar and
Lora Iftikhar.
Mr. Melcher gave an overview of the letter of justification. He stated that the reason for the
Pre-Application Review was an action brought by Code Enforcement and that the main issue is that
the building does not have enough parking for the current use. He said a previous Conditional Use
Permit allowed the owner to use half of the building for a warehouse and the other for a wholesale
use.
Emily Wimer, Assistant Planner, summarized staff recommendations as to the closure of Roberds
Street and the general direction given by staff to ensure that the project would include contact with
the adjacent property owners. She strongly recommended the creation of a "village center" feel with
landscaping, parking, and pedestrian walkways. She offered the following areas for the
Commission's consideration:
1) Master Planning - The Master Plan should encompass the entire block between Base Line
Road, Amethyst Avenue, and the abandoned Southem Pacific Railway right-of-way and it
should be developed in a way that is cohesive with the site. Support for the Master Plan
should be sought by all affected property owners in this block.
2) Pedestrian Space - The area encompasses an odd shaped layout with no definable
pedestrian walkways. Part of the Master Plan should encompass walkways and landscaping
for pedestrian use.
PC Adjourned Minutes -2: January 26, 2000
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. 00-22, LOCATED NEAR THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SIXTH
STREET AND HAVEN AVENUE IN THE INDUSTRIAL PARK DISTRICT
(SUBAREA 6) AND HAVEN AVENUE OVERLAY DISTRICT OF THE
INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF - APN: 210-081-07 AND 210-081-15.
A. Recitals.
1. Legacy Partners filed an application for the approval of Development Review No. 00-22,
as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development
Review request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of July 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites pdor to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission dudng the above-
referenced meeting on July 26, 2000, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located near the southeast comer of Haven
Avenue and Sixth Street, with a street frontage on Haven Avenue of approximately 330 feet and a
frontage on Sixth Street of approximately 630 feet and is presently unimproved; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is an existing two- and three-story office
complex. The property to the south consists of single-story multi-tenant industrial park complex, the
property to the east is the General Dynamics Master Plan office park, and the property to the west is
undeveloped land; and
c. The proposed application is for four 2-story office buildings consisting of 280,000
square feet of space; and
d. Five multi-trunk Eucalyptus trees are on-site.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission dudng the above-
referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs I and 2 above,
this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. That the proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
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b. That the proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code
and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
c. That the proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of
the Development Code; and
d. That the proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project, which are listed
below as conditions of approval.
c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the Califomia Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat
upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the
Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the
Planning Commission dudng the public headng, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code
of Regulations.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth
below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Plannin,q Division
1 ) Decorative pavement shall extend into handicap parking spaces near
building entries and at the west end of Buildings I and 3.
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2) All transformers located within the parking lot shall be screened with
either shrubbery and/or decorative walls.
3) Tree Removal Permit 00-13 is hereby approved, subject to
replacement measures as identified in the Initial Study, and listed as
Environmental Mitigation in this resolution.
Enqineednq Division
1) No median breaks will be allowed on Haven Avenue or Sixth Street.
Existing medians on Sixth Street, from Haven Avenue to Utica Avenue
shall be landscaped. The developer is eligible to submit for a
reimbursement agreement for offsite improvements, including the north
half of the median along the project frontage, from development as it
occurs. The Sixth Street median island tree is Lagerstroemia Indica
(20 feet on center).
2) Prepare and submit traffic signal warrant studies for the intersections of
Haven Avenue at Trademark Parkway and Sixth Street at Utica
Avenue. If either or both signals are warranted, they shall be installed
and Transportation Department Fee Credits will be given.
3) The Winston Avenue public street transition to private on-site is
conceptually accepted as shown on the site plan. The signing, striping,
and transition construction details must be approved by the City
Engineer. Provide the public turn-around access easement as shown
on the site plan.
4) The City has capital improvement street overlay for Sixth Street
scheduled to begin September 2000. The developer shall coordinate
the improvements with the City project.
5) Provide reciprocal access easement from Haven Avenue for the "Not A
Part" area.
6) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of overhead
utility lines (except for 66ky or larger electrical lines) on the opposite
side of Sixth Street shall be paid to the City prior to issuance of building
permits. The fee shall be one-half the City adopted unit times the
length of the project frontage.
7) Provide a swale along the south property line or obtain an off-site
drainage acceptance letter.
Environmental Mitiqation
Air Quality
1) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment
used on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency.
The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
DR 00-22 - LEGACY PARTNERS
July 26, 2000
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include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
2) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or diesel-powered
equipment in-lieu of gasoline-powered engines where feasible.
3) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading
plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
Transportation
1) Prepare and submit a traffic signal warrant study for the intersections of
Haven Avenue and Trademark Parkway and Sixth Street at Utica
Avenue. If either or both signals are warranted, they shall be installed
and Transportation Department Fee Credits given.
Biological Resources
1 ) Tree Replacement shall consist of five multi-trunk accent species to be
used at project entry, building entry, or outdoor seating area.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Larry T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Development Review 00-22
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance. The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covedng all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Ddve
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
Development Review 00-22
Page 2
3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed, as
determined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific mitigation
activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiting no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An M MP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department
and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after written
notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The
Department sha II require the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee)
with the City. These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff
time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required pedod of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior
to the issuance of building permits.
I:\FINAL\CEQA'~M MP Fon'n-rev,wpd
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: Development Review 00-22 Applicant: LeRacY Partners
Initial Study Prepared by: Debra MeierI AICP Date: July 26, 2000
The construction contractor shall selectthe construction CP/BO C/A A/C 4
equipment used on-site based on Iow emission factors
and high-energy efficiency.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or CP/BO C/A A/C 4
diesel-powered equipment in-lieu of gasoline-powered
engines where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that CP/BO C/A A/C 4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
Prepare and submit a traffic signal warrant study for the CE C/D C/D 3
intersections of Haven Avenue at Trademark Parkway
and Sixth Street at Utica Avenue. If either or both
signals are warranted, they shall be installed and
Transportation Department Fee Credits given.
~Boogca Resources~.~ : - ~ ,:~- -~¥ ~ . !~,
Tree Replacement shall consist of five multi-trunk CP C/A
accent species to be used at project entry, b~ilding I
entry, or outdoor seating area. I I I
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible ................ P~er ' ' M~o~.rl~g~Fr.e~l~nc~ ....
son. ~, ,.
CDP - Community Development Director A - With Each New Development A - On-site Inspection I - Withhold Recordation of Final Map
CP - City Planner or designee e - Prior To Construction B - Other Agency Permit / Approval 2 - Withhold Grading or Building Permit
CE - City Engineer or designee C - Throughout Construction C - Plan Check 3 - Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO - Building Official or designee D - On Completion D - Separate Submittal (Reports / Studies / Plans) 4 - Stop Work Order
PO * Police Captain or designee E - Operating 5 - Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC - Fire Chief or designee 6 - Revoke CUP
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: Development Review 00-22
SUBJECT: Rancho Corporate Center
APPLICANT: Legacy Partners
LOCATION: SEC Sixth Street and Haven Avenue
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements ComolefionDate
4. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its I
agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but
such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
5. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the
date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which
include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein,
Development Code regulations, and the Industrial Area Specific Plan.
2.Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all
Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
6.Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
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be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
7. Revised site plans and building elevations in,corporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
8. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or
approved use has commenced, whichever comes first.
9. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development
Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in
effect at the time of building permit issuance.
10. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and
approved by the City Planner and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of
building permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of
shielding so as not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
11. Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations,
and the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior
to the issuance of building permits.
12. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of
concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground
vaults.
13. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
14. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property
owner, homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this
landscape maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and
approved prior to the issuance of building permits.
15. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be
manufactured products.
D. Shopping Centers
1. The Master Plan is approved in concept only. Future development for (each building
pad/parcel) shall be subject to separate DevelopmentJDesign Review process for Planning
Commission approval. Modifications to the Shopping Center Master Plan shall be subject to
Planning Commission approval.
2. A uniform hardscape and street furniture design including seating benches, trash receptacles,
free-standing potted plants, bike racks, light bollards, etc., shall be utilized and be compatible
with the architectural style. Detailed designs shall be submitted for Planning Division review
and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
3. Textured pavement shall be provided across circulation aisle, pedestrian walkway, and plaza.
They shall be of brick/tile pavers, exposed aggregate, integral color concrete, or any
combination thereof. Full samples shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
4. All future building pads shall be seeded and irrigated for erosion control. Detailed plans shall
be included in the landscape and irrigation plans to be submitted for Planning Division
approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
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5. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. It shall include the
plaza area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
E. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
Details shall be included in building plans.
2.For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
F. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space
abuts a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of
11 feet wide.
2.All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be
provided throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open
spaces/plazas/recreational uses,
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,
entrances, and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or
more parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall, whichever is greater, of the total
number of stalls for use by the handicapped.
6. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at
the rate of one pement. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square
feet.
7. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects or more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the
required automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater.
After the first 50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are
2.5 percent of the required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall
provide bicycle storage spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent on the required automobile parking
spaces with a minimum of a 3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking
spaces required exceed 100. Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number
shall be rounded off to the higher whole number.
8. Carpool and vanpool designated off-street parking close to the building shall be provided for /
commercial, office, and industrial facilities at the rate of 10 percent of the total parking area. If
covered, the vertical clearance shall be no less than 9 feet.
G. Trip Reduction
1. Category 5 telephone cable or fiber optic cable shall be provided for office buildings and !
single-family developments of 500 or more units.
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2. Shower facility accessible to both men and women shall be provided for persons walking or
bicycling to work for each project which meets the following thresholds:
Commercial 250,000 square feet
Industrial 325,000 square feet
Office 125,000 square feet
Hotels and Motels 250 rooms
H. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home
landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape
architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building
permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2.A minimum of 20% of trees planted within industrial projects, and a minimum of 30% within
commercial and office projects, shall be specimen size trees - 24-inch box or larger.
3. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three
parking stalls, sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21.
4.Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
5. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than
2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for
erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation
system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
6. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or
greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their
appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area, 1-
gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover.
In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall
also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and
shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting
required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the
developer prior to occupancy.
7. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be
included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and
approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be
required by the Engineering Division.
8. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Haven
Avenue and Sixth Street.
9. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on /
the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, /
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
11. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and /
approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural
growth characteristics of the selected tree species.
12. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of /
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
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I. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this
approval. Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and
shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of
any signs.
2. A Uniform Sign Program for this development shall be submitted for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
J. Environmental
1. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost'of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required
to post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of $719.00, prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory
performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used by the
City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation
measures. Failure to complete all actions required by the approved environmental documents
shall be considered grounds for forfeit.
K. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
L. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
c. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and
size of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number (i.e., 'IT #, CUP #, DR ft, etc.) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
4. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
5. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by
the Building and Safety Division.
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tM. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number (i.e., CUP 98-01). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code,
National Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the
Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development or
addition to an existing development, the applicant shall pay development fees at the
established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: Transportation Development
Fee, Drainage Fee, School Fees, Permit and Plan Checking Fees. Applicant shall provide a
copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance.
3.Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation
and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday I
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public
counter). I
6. The following is required for side yard use for increase in allowable area: /
a. Provide a reduced site plan (8 ~" x 11") which indicates the non-buildable easement.
b. Recorded "Covenant and Agreement for the Maintenance of a Non-Buildable
Easement," which is signed by the appropriate property owner(s).
c. Sample document is available from the Building and Safety Division.
N. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the Uniform Building Code for the property line clearances I /
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Plans for food preparation areas shall be approved by County of San Bernardino / I
Environmental Health Services prior to issuance of building permits. --
3. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with UBC
Table 5oA. __/___
4. Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls. /
5. Roofing materials shall be Class "A." /
6. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed. I
O. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
4. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits.
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5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more
of combined cut and fill. The Grading Plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a
California Registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
P. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets (measured
from street centerline):
Varies from 51 to 71 total feet on Sixth Street
33 total feet on Utica Street
2. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards.
3. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or
by deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building
permits, where no map is involved.
4. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated
or noted on the final map. Also for acceptance of drainage from APN: 210-081-13,14.
5. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall
be dedicated to the City.
6. Additional street right-of-way shall be dedicated along right turn lanes, to provide a minimum
of 7 feet measured from the face of curbs. If curb adjacent sidewalk is used along the right
turn lane, a parallel street tree maintenance easement shall be provided.
Q. Street Improvements
1. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb & A.C, Side- Drive Street Street Corem Median Bike Other
Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trail
Street Name Trees Trail Island
Haven Avenue X X C X X
Sixth Street X X C X X a
Utica X X X X X X
· Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114.
2. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety
lights on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered
Civil Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security
shall be posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and the City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street
improvements, prior to final map approval or the issuance of building permits,
whichever occurs first.
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b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Off[ce in addition to any
other permits required.
c. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit
and interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or
reconstruction project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future
traffic signals and intemonnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the
street at 3 feet outside of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City
Engineer.
Notes:
(1)Pull boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets, a maximum
of 200 feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
(2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (along streets) galvanized
steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A
cash deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving, which shall be
refunded upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall
be installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan
check.
3.Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
4. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required.
R. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards
shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or
issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways,
medians, paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape
Maintenance District: Sixth Street Median.
2. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
3.All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
4.Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan Haven Avenue and Sixth Street.
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S. Drainage and Flood Control
1. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final
map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities
shall be installed as required by the City Engineer.
T. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water,
gas, electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and
the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bemardino. A letter of
compliance from the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,
whichever occurs first. Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days
prior to final map approval in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the
case of all other residential projects.
U, General Requirements and Approvals
1. Prior to approval of the final map, a deposit shall be posted with the City covering the
estimated cost of apportioning the assessments under Assessment District 82-1 among the
newly created parcels.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City, covering the estimated operating costs for
all new street lights for the first six months of operation, prior to final map approval or prior to
building permit issuance if no map is involved.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT,
(909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
V. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Mello Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project. The
developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced,
participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a
fire station to serve the development. The CFD shall be formed by the District and the
developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs.
2. Fire flow requirement shall be: 8000 gallons per minute, Per '97 UFC Appendix Ill-A, 5, (b) !
(Table).
-OR-
a.A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department
personnel prior to water plan approval.
b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants
shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel
after construction and prior to occupancy.
3. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e.,
lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department
personnel.
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4. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required
hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6-inch
riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet
this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and
model numbers.
5. Prior to the issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be
submitted to the Fire District that an approved temporary water supply for fire protection is
available, pending completion of the required fire protection system.
6. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to
final inspection.
7. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15.
Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as
woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage, high piled
stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if the sprinkler system is adequate
for proposed operations.
8. Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of
sprinkler system.
9. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
X Other As applicable for any Iow rise occupancy (3 or more stories).
10. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
X All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 32.
11. Emergency access, a minimum of 26 feet wide, shall be provided, and maintained free and
clear of obstructions at all times during construction, in accordance with Fire District
requirements.
12. All trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14 feet,
6 inches from the ground up, so as not to impede fire apparatus.
13. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
14. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows:
X $132 for CCWD Water Plan review/underground water supply.
X .$677 for New Commercial and Industrial Development (per new building).**
**Note: Separate plan check fees for Tenant Improvement work, fire protection systems
(sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon
submittal of plans.
15. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997 UBC,
UFC, UPC, UMC, and RCFD Standards 32 and 15 and 1996 NEC.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
W. Security Lighting
1.All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,
with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the
entire development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
X. Security Hardware
1. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be
used.
2. Alt roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal
gates, or alarmed.
Y. Windows
1. Security glazing is recommended on store front windows to resist window smashes and
impede entry to burglars.
Z. Building Numbering
1.Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility.
2. Developer shall paint roof top numbers on one or more roofs of this development. They shall
be a minimum of three feet in length and two feet in width and of contrasting color to
background. The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police
Department.
3.All developments shall submit a 8 ~" x 11" sheet with the numbering pattern of all multi-tenant
developments to the Police Department.
AA. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in
turn save dollars and lives.
2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriff's dispatch number:
(909) 941-1488.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, CONDITIONALLY APPROVING
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 15447, SUBDIVIDING 19.39 ACRES INTO 4
PARCELS, LOCATED NEAR THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF HAVEN
AVENUE AND SIXTH STREET, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF - APN: 210-081-07 AND 210-081-15.
WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map Number 15447, submitted by legacy Partners,
applicants, for the purpose of subdividing into 4 parcels, the real property situated in the City of
Rancho Cucamonga, County of San Bernardino, State of California, identified as APN: 210-081-07
and 210-081-15 located near the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Sixth Street; and
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2000, the Planning Commission held a duly advertised public
hearing for the above-described map.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That the following findings have been made:
1. That the Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the Industrial Area Specific Plan
and the General Plan, and;
2. That the improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent the Industrial Area
Specific Plan and the General Plan, and;
3. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed development.
4. That the proposed subdivision and improvements will not cause substantial
environmental damage or public health problems or have adverse effects on abutting properties.
SECTION 2: Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative
Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
1. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
2. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into
the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur.
3. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat
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upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the
Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the
Planning Commission dudng the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code
of Regulations.
SECTION 3: Tentative Parcel Map 15447 is hereby approved subject to each and every
condition set forth below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein
by this reference.
Enqineerin,q Division
1) No median breaks will be allowed on Haven Avenue or Sixth Street.
Existing medians on Sixth Street, from Haven Avenue to Utica Avenue
shall be landscaped. The developer is eligible to submit for a
reimbursement agreement for offsite improvements, including the north
half of the median along the project frontage, from development as it
occurs. The Sixth Street median island tree is Lagerstremia Indica (20
feet on center).
2) Prepare and submit traffic signal warrant studies for the intersection of
Haven Avenue at Trademark Parkway and Sixth Street at Utica
Avenue. If either or both signals are warranted, they shall be installed
and Transportation Depar{ment Fee Credits will be given.
3) The Winston Avenue public street transition to pdvate on-site is
conceptually accepted as shown on the site plan. The signing, sthping,
and transition construction details must be approved by the City
Engineer. Provide the ~ublic turn-around access easement as shown
on the site plan.
4) The City has capital ~mprovement street overlay for Sixth Street
scheduled to begin September 2000. Utility trenches will not be
allowed after the overlay. The developer shall coordinate the
improvements with the City project.
5) Provide reciprocal access easement from Haven Avenue for the "Not A
Part" area.
6) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of overhead
utility lines (except for 66kv or larger electrical lines) on the opposite
side of Sixth Street shall be paid to the City pdor to issuance of building
permits. The fee shall be one-half the City adopted unit times the
length of the project frontage.
7) Provide a swale along the south property line or obtain an off-site
drainage acceptance letter.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
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July 26, 2000
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BY:
Larry T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: Tentative Parcel Map 15447
SUBJECT: Rancho Corporate Center
APPLICANT: Legacy Partners
LOCATION: NEC Haven Avenue and Sixth Street
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Completion Dale
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but
such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B, Time Limits
1. This tentative tract map or tentative parcel map shall expire, unless extended by the Planning
Commission, unless a complete final map is filed with the City Engineer within 3 years from
the date of the approval.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which
include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein
Development Code regulations, and the Industrial Area Specific Plan.
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2. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
3. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
4. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or
approved use has commenced, whichever comes first.
5. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development
Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in
effect at the time of building permit issuance.
D. Shopping Centers
1. The Master Plan is approved in concept only. Future development for (each building
pad/parcal) shall be subject to separate Development/Design Review process for Planning
Commission approval. Modifications to the Shopping Center Master Plan shall be subject to
Planning Commission approval.
2. All future building pads shall be seeded and irrigated for erosion control. Detailed plans shall
be included in the landscape and irrigation plans to be submitted for Planning Division
approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
I~PPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
E. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets (measured
from street centerline):
Varies from 51 to 71 total feet on Sixth Street
33 total feet on Utica Street
2. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards.
3. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or
by deeds and shall be recorded concurrently wi{h the map or prior to the issuance of building
permits, where no map is involved.
4. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated
or noted on the final map. Also for acceptance of drainage from APN: 210-081-13, 14.
5.Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall
be dedicated to the City.
F. Street Improvements
1. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
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Curb & A,C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike Other
Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trail
Street Name Trees Trail island
Haven Avenue X X c X X
Sixth Street X X c X X a
Utica X X X X X X
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114.
2. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety
lights on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered
Civil Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security
shall be posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and the City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street
improvements, prior to final map approval or the issuance of building permits,
whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
c. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit,
and interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction Dr
reconstruction project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future
traffic signals and interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the
street at 3 feet outside of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City
Engineer.
Notes:
(1) Putl boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets, a maximum
of 200 feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
(2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (along streets) galvanized
steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A
cash deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving, which shall be
refunded upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall
be installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan
check.
3. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
4. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required,
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Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards
shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or
issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways,
medians, paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape
Maintenance District: Sixth Street median.
2. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
3. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
4. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan Haven Avenue and Sixth Street.
H. Drainage and Flood Control
1. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final
map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities
shall be installed as required by the City Engineer.
I. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water,
gas, electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and
the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of
compliance from the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,
whichever occurs first. Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days
prior to final map approval in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the
case of all other residential projects.
J. General Requirements and Approvals
Prior to approval of the final map, a deposit shall be posted with the City covering the
estimated cost of apportioning the assessments under Assessment District 82-1 among the
newly created parcels.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City, covering the estimated operating costs for
all new street lights for the first six months of operation, prior to final map approval or prior to
building permit issuance if no map is involved.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT,
(909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
K. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Mello Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project. The /
developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced,
participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a
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fire station to serve the development. The CFD shall be formed by the District and the
developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs.
2. Fire flow requirement shall be: 8000 gallons per minute, Per '97 UFC Appendix Iii-A, 5, (b)
(Table).
-OR-
a.A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department
personnel prior to water plan approval.
b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants
shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel
after construction and prior to occupancy.
3. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e.,
lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department
personnel.
4. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required
hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6-inch
riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet
this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and
model numbers.
5. Prior to the issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be
submitted to the Fire District that an approved temporary water supply for fire protection is
available, pending completion of the required fire protection system.
6. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to
final inspection.
7. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15.
Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as
woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage, high piled
stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if the sprinkler system is adequate
for proposed operations.
8. Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of
sprinkler system.
9. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
X Other As applicable for any Iow rise occupancy (3 or more stories)
10. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
X All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 32.
11. Emergency access, a minimum of 26 feet wide, shall be provided, and maintained free and
clear of obstructions at all times during construction, in accordance with Fire District
requirements.
12. All trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14 feet,
6 inches from the ground up, so as not to impede fire apparatus.
13. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
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14.Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows:
X $132 for CCWD Water Plan review/underground water supply.
X $677 for New Commercial and industrial Development (per new building).**
**Note: Separate plan check fees for Tenant Improvement work, fire protection systems
(sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon
submittal of plans.
15. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997 UBC,
UFC, UPC, UMC, and RCFD Standards 32 and 15 and 1996 NEC.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
L. Security Lighting
1.All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,
with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the
entire development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
M. Security Hardware
1. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be
used.
2. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal
gates, or alarmed.
N. Windows
1. Security glazing is recommended on store front windows to resist window smashes and
impede entry to burglars.
O, Building Numbering
1.Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility.
2. Developer shall paint roof top numbers on one or more roofs of this development. They shall
be a minimum of three feet in length and two feet in width and of contrasting color to
background. The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police
Department.
3. All developments shall submit a 8 ¼" x 11" sheet with the numbering pattern of all multi-tenant
developments to the Police Department.
P, Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in
turn save dollars and lives.
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2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriff's dispatch number:
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THE CITY OF
I~ANC~O CUCAMONGA
SlaffRe rt
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Mike Smith, Planning Aide
SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-11 - PACIFIC BELL WIRELESS - The
development of a wireless communication facility consisting of a 60-foot stealth
co-location "monopalm" and two cabinets housing transceiver equipment on
500 square feet of leased area on a 5.64-acre parcel of land in the Sunrize
Shopping Center in the Neighborhood Commercial District, located at 8647 Base
Line Road - APN: 207-022-14.
BACKGROUND: Staff has reviewed the application and found that the wireless communication
facility is within 500 feet of a residential district. The Development Code requires such facilities
to be located a minimum of 500-feet from any residential area. Staff has indicated to the
applicant that the wireless facility application cannot be considered without a Vadance request
to allow the facility to be located closer to the adjacent residences. The applicant agreed and
will submit a Variance application.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission continue Conditional
Use Permit 00-11 to the August 9, 2000, Planning Commission meeting, in order to advertise
the Variance.
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Buller
City Planner
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ITEM F
THE CITY OF
II
I~ANCHO CUCAHONGA
StaffRel rt
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Kid A. Coury, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-14 - PACI. FIC BELL WlRELES,~ - The installation of a
60-foot high "monopalm" wireless telecommunications facility in the Terra Vista Shopping
Center in the Neighborhood Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located
at 7629 Haven Avenue - APN: 1076-481-31.
BACKGROUND: Staff has reviewed the proposed application and found that the wireless communication
facility is within 500 feet of a residential district. The Development Code requires such facilities to be located
a minimum of 500 feet from any residential area. The applicant has decided to apply for a Variance to allow
the facility to be located closer to the adjacent residences.
In addition, the Design Review Committee (DRC) reviewed the proposal at the July 6, 2000, DRC meeting
and recommended that the project be redesigned and brought back for further Committee review. The
Committee indicated that exceeding the.40-foot height limit of the base district was inappropriate along a
Special Boulevard, near residences, and near a major intersection. The Committee further noted that there
are no other Palm trees in this shopping center; hence, a "Monopalm" was also inconsistent with the
landscape theme. The Committee stated that it may not be possible to co-locate because of design issues
associated with two sets of antennas on a single pole; however, the Committee indicated that the applicant
may bring back alternative designs that would be complimentary to the area. Staff met with the applicant on
July 18, 2000, and the applicant proposed a flag pole type structure.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission continue Conditional Use Permit 00-14
to a Planning Commission meeting to be determined. The continuance would allow the applicant an
opportunity to submit the Variance application and propose alternative designs allowing a Major Wireless
Communications facility within 500 feet of a residential zone and along a Special Boulevard. This
Conditional Use Permit and the related Variance would be re-advertised and new notices will be sent to
surrounding property owners.
Respectfully submitted,
City Planner
ITEM G
THE CiTY OF
I~AN Cfi 0 CUCAHONGA
DA'rE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
F'RO~ Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Kirt A. Coury, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - CHARLES JOSEPH
ASSOCIATES A request to amend the Industrial Area Specific Plan,
Development Code Chapter 17.30, to include "Medium Manufacturing" and
"Medium Wholesale, Storage, and Distribution" as permitted uses on parcels of 35
acres or larger, subject to the approval of a' Master Plan, within the Industrial Park
District (Subarea 6) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan.
BACKGROUND: At the April 26, 2000, meeting, the Planning Commission initiated an
amendment to the Industrial Area Specific Plan to allow "Medium Manufacturing" and "Medium
Wholesale, Storage and Distribution" as permitted uses within the Industrial Park District
(Subarea 6).
The issue is in response to a request by the applicant, Charles Joseph and Associates, who is
interested in constructing warehouse distribution buildings in excess of 50,000 square feet on
the south side of 6th Street between the Deer Creek Flood Control Channel and Haven Avenue
(see Exhibit "C").
"Medium Manufacturing" and "Medium Wholesale, Storage and Distribution" are defined
as follows:
Medium Manufacturinq: "Activities typically include, but are not limited to: manufacturing,
compounding of materials, processing, assembly, packaging, treatment or fabrication of
materials and products which require frequent large container truck traffic or rail traffic, or
the transport of heavy, bulky items ..... "
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PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
ISPA 00-02 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES
July 26, 2000
Page 2
Medium Wholesale, Storage and Distribution: "Activities typically include, but are not
limited to: wholesale, storage and warehousing services. Included are multi-tenant or
speculative buildings with over 50, 000 square feet of warehouse space ..... "
ANALYSIS: The Industrial. Area Specific Plan establishes a comprehensive plan for the
development of the industrial area. The Specific Plan is divided into Subareas based upon five
major land use categories which range in intensity from lightest to heaviest as follows: Industrial
Park, General Industrial, Mixed Use, Minimum Impact Heavy Industrial, and Heavy Industrial.
Each Subarea has distinct land use regulations and development standards. Subarea 6 is
designated as Industrial Park and has a Haven Avenue Overlay District to encourage office
uses within 300 feet of Haven Avenue. The proposed amendment would include a 16-acre
parcel fronting Haven Avenue, which is subject to the Haven Avenue Oveday. This amendment
would not impact the requirements of the Overlay District.
"Medium Manufacturing" and "Medium Wholesale, Storage and Distribution" are not allowed in
any of the five Industrial Park Subareas 6, 7, 12, 16, and 17. They are permitted uses within the
General Industrial, Minimum Impact Heavy Industrial, and Heavy Industrial Subareas 5, 9, 10,
11, 13, 14, and 15, and conditionally permitted uses in Subareas 1, 2, and 3 (see Exhibit "A").
Subarea 6 lies generally along Haven Avenue between 4th Street and Arrow Route. Portions of
Subarea 5 (General Industrial), where the previously mentioned "Medium" uses are a permitted
use, surround the subject property to the north and west.
The applicant proposes to include the referenced "Medium" uses on property 35-acres or larger
subject to a Master Plan. The intent of a Master Plan is to provide for integrated development at
the earliest possible time in the review process. Through the Master Plan process, there are
opportunities to coordinate the efforts of single or multiple property owners and discourage
piecemeal development. The applicant has prepared a Conceptual Master Plan (Exhibit "G"),
which is being reviewed as a separate application.
Requirements of a Master Plan for property 35-acres or larger would limit the possibility of this
type of development occurring throughout Subarea 6. Master Plan approval will ensure
comprehensive quality development while allowing the property full use of a unique
development opportunity. Further, approval of the amendment will not reduce or impact the
existing requirements of the Haven Avenue Overlay.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The proposed amendment is not defined as a project by
the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15378 and is therefore exempt from
environmental review per CEQA Section 15061b.1
CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspaper and notices were mailed to all property owners in Subarea 6 and within 300
feet thereof.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
ISPA 00-02 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES
July 26, 2000
Page 3
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval
of this amendment by the City Council through adoption of the attached resolution.
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Buller
City Planner
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Attachments: Exhibit"A"- Subarea Map .
Exhibit "B"- Subarea 6 Map
Exhibit "C"- Location Map
Exhibit "D"- Proposed Summary of Land Use Types
Exhibit "E"- Letter from Applicant
Exhibit "F" - Planning Commission Minutes dated April 26, 2000
Exhibit "G"- Conceptual Master Plan - Cabot
Resolution Recommending Approval to City Council
~ GENEHAL INDUSTRIAL
--~ ~ CITY OF
2117188
9~07~66
10/03/90
10/17/90
16- 6 6/17/97
City of Rancho Cucamonga Section 17.30.080
FIGURE 17.30.080.-I-I
**Deletion of Center Street, South of 6th Street.
EXHIBIT "B" ~?.~-78 ~ e/9o
Location Map
N
J----J parcels
~ Str~'t CenMines s
0 480 960 Feet
.Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.30.030
Table 17.30.030 - Use Regulations for Industrial Districts
SUMMARY OF LAND USE TYPE BY SUBAREA
..AND USE IP Gi Gl Gl Gl Gl IP IP Gl MI/HI Gl Gl IP Gl Gl HI IP IP MU/OS
USE TYPES
5UBAREAS HO 1 2 3 4 5 6 ? 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
MANUFACTURING
Custom PIP P PIP P PIP P P ;P P P lC P
Light pip P;P !P P P P P p ;p p P lC P
Medium C C C P H C P P P P P P
Heavy p
Minimum Impact Heavy p p
OFFICE PROFESSIONAL, DESIGN & RESEARCH
~:lministrative& Office P P P P P P P C P C C P P
:=rofessio~al/DesigrtSewices P P P P P P P C P C C P P
:~esearcflServices p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p
rWHOLESALE
STORAGE, & DISTRIBUTION
Public Storage C C P C C P C C C C I P
Light P P P P P P P P P P P P P P I P P P
Medium C P P C P'M P P P P P PIP
Heavy C i P C I P ~,,
MATERIALS RECOVERY FACIUTIES
es P P P P P P P P P P P P
Processing Facilities C C C C C C C C Ell
Scrap Operation C
CNIC
Administtative CivicServices p p p p p p p p p p p p p
Conventio~ Centers C C I C
Cultural P C C P C C U,~
Day CareFacility C C C C C C lc C C C C C C lc C C
Extensive Impact Utility Facilities C C C C C C C
FtoodCo*tlrol/UtilityCo~'ridor P P P P, P P P P P P P P P P i p p p p
Public Assembty C C C C C C C C C C C C C
Public Safety&UtilitySemices C C C C C C C C C C C 'C C C C C C C
~eligio~sAssembty C C C C C C C C;C C C C:C
5cflools C C CIC C C C C C C clc C C C:C
NOTES:
IP - Industrial Park P - Permitted Use
HO - Haven Avenue Oveday District C - Conditionally Permitted Use
Gl - General Industrial -- - Non-Marked Uses not permitted
MI/HI - Minimum Impact Heavy Industrial ~ - Adult Entertainment Zoning Permit Required
HI - Heavy Industrial MU/OS - Mixed Use/Open Space
M- Master Plan Approval 35 acres minimum
EXHIBIT "D" 17.30-7 ~][ ~7 6/99
Charles
PusUC/PRIVATE SECTOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES
June 21, 2000
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Re: Amendment to Industrial Specific Plan-Subarea 6 to allow
Medium Industrial Uses
Chairman and Planning Commission:
Our clientl Cabot Industrial Trust is interested in development of properties on the south
side of Sixth Street, west of Haven Avenue. Currently, Subarea 6 zoning does not allow
medium industrial uses in the area. The companies who would lease the proposed
buildings would require the "Medium" use designation in buildings larger than 50,000
square feet.
A formal application was made on March 28, 2000, to amend the Specific Plan to allow
such uses. Enclosed please find a prelimina;y site plan we are considering for the
property. The proposed amendment would include the 16-acre parcel fronting Haven
Avenue, which is subject to the Haven Avenue Overlay. This amendment would not
impact the requirements of the Overlay District. In response to conversation with
Planning staff, we are suggesting a revision to the development standards to allow
Medium Manufacturing, Medium Wholesale and Storage and Distribution to be permitted
subject to a Master Plan for an area in excess of 35 acres.
Several property owners to the south of our project site have contacted us regarding
proposed development of these properties and expressed a concern that Center Street
not be connected through the property. Their concern is that truck traffic from the
proposed project, as well as the existing industrial users to the north of Sixth Street
would negatively impact the primarily office development that currently extends north
from Fourth Street. We are requesting deletion of Center Street, south of 6t~ Street to be
responsive to these concerns.
In order for us to proceed in our planning and discussions with potential companies who
would occupy the facilities, we respectfully ask for your consideration and support of the
foregoing. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest opportunity should you have
any questions or need of additional information concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
Charles J. Buquet
Charles Joseph Associates
Enclosures
Office 909-481-1822 800-240,1822 Fax 909e481e1824
City Center · 10681 Foothill Blvd., Suite 395 · Rancho Cucamonga, CA · 91730
A CALIFORNIA CORpOKATION
EXHIBIT "E"
Mr. Adss re'l~ied there had been an ov'e[sight on exactly what,vas needed and they~b, ad just recently
~ discovered ffl~normity of the task and~ disruptive it wou~ to many other p~.~.
',[Vlotion: Moved't~,,y Macias, seconded by M'a.nnerino, to continue'l~odification to Conditional Use
I~rmit 99'10 t° M _~(~.0' 2000~the f°ll°wing v°te:~ ~
AYES; MACIAS, M~NNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY ~ ~
NOES.~,, NONE ~ .~ ~ . ~
ii!~ aN~ MNcONiNe:fel' that the re'ho ~p~ in th sky because of fib'~er tic technology.'
NEW BUSINESS
E. INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOClATF~
- A request to consider initiation of text changes to the Industrial Area Specific Plan to add
"Medium Manufacturing" and "Medium Wholesale, Storage and Distribution' as conditionally
permitted uses in Subarea 6.
Kirt Coury, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and indicated a letter had been received
from Riverside Commercial Investors in support of the request.
Chairman McNiel asked how many acres in the City are currently available for the type of use being
sought.
Dan Coleman, Principal Planner, responded staff had prepared an exhibit of the vacant land but had
not calculated the exact acreage. He indicated it is in the 100s of acres.
Chairman McNiel noted the conceptual plan does not indicate any building intrusion into the Haven
Overlay District.
Mr. Coury responded that was correct. He said the applicant had initially plotted buildings going into
the Overlay District but that had been changed.
Chairman McNiel observed the warehouse buildings shown on the plan are currently not allowed in
the subarea.
Mr. Coury confirmed that was tree.
Commissioner Mannerino asked if efforts would be made to coordinate the proposed change with
the General Plan Update Task Force. He thogght there may be some changes proposed in the
revised Land Use plan in this area of town.
Mr. Coleman responded that the preferred Land Use Plan submitted by the General Plan Update
consultant had been reviewed by the Task Force and no changes were recommended in this area.
Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Planning Commission Minutes -4- ~r ~ April 26, 2000
EXHIBIT "F"
Charles Buquet, Charles Joseph Associates, 10681 Foothill Boulevard, Suite 395, Rancho
Cucamonga, stated he was requesting text changes. He said he represents Cabot Industrial Trust
from Boston and they are seeking to build a high quality, high tech facility. He commented he had
been on the City Council when the Industrial Area Specific Plan was adopted. He did not believe.
they thought they would see any warehouses larger than 50,000 square feet. He thought the motive
was to limit the potential of smokestack industries in the corridor. He stated that Scripto Tokai,
Lowes, and GA'IX are in excess of the square footage. He said they excluded the area in the Haven
Avenue Overlay District and if any buildings intrude, they would be an office product.
Chairman McNiel asked why this particular site was chosen when there is so much available land
which is zoned for this use.
Mr. Buquet replied it was chosen because of the proximity to other projects under Cabot's control.
He said that Sparkletts would occupy 660,000 square feet to the west. He stated they wish to be
in an industrial park area rather than a heavy industrial area.
Hearing no further testimony, Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. He noted there are very
few smokestack industries in town even in the Heavy Industrial area.
Commissioner Mannerino said he saw nothing wrong with allowing the application to move for~vard.
Motion: Moved by Mannerino, seconded by Stewart, to direct staff to process an amendment to
Subarea 6 of the Industria! Area Specific Plan.
Chairman McNiel stated he didn't disagree with allowing staff to process the amendment, so long
as it was understood that this action did not imply acceptance, it merely allows staff to prepare an
analysis.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: MAClAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART
NOES: TOLSTOY
ABSENT: NONE - carried
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments at this time.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
F. GENERAL PLAN UPDATE PROGRESS
Dan Coleman, Principal Planner, indicated there was no new information.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Moved by Mannerino, seconded by Tolstoy, carried 5-0, to adjourn. The Planning
Commission adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Planning Commission Minutes .5- ¥~ ~ April 26, 2000
A MASTER PLANNED CORPORATE PARK
CABOT INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT lIPA
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF
INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02, TO INCLUDE
"MEDIUM MANUFACTURING" AND "MEDIUM WHOLESALE, STORAGE,
AND DISTRIBUTION" AS PERMITTED USES ON PROPERTY OF 35
ACRES OR LARGER SUBJECT TO A MASTER PLAN, WITHIN THE
INDUSTRIAL PARK DISTRICT (SUBAREA 6) OF THE INDUSTRIAL AREA
SPECIFIC PLAN, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF
A. Recitals.
1. Charies Joseph and Associates has filed an application for Industrial Area Specific Plan
Amendment 00-02, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter, in this Resolution, the
subject Industrial Area Specific Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of July 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga initiated this amendment through minute action.
3. On the 26th day of July 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on th,e application and concluded said heating
on that date.
4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on July 26, 2000, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property within the city; and
b. The proposed amendment will not have a significant impact on the environment;
and
c. The proposed amendment will allow refinement of the list of allowed uses in
Subarea 6.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public headng, and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and
2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the Industrial Area
Specific Plan or the General Plan and will provide for development, within Subarea 6, in a manner
consistent with the Industrial Area Specific Plan and the General Plan and with related development;
and
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
ISPA 00-02 - CHARLES JOSEPH & ASSOCIATES
July 26, 2000
Page 2
b. This amendment promotes the goals and objectives of the Industrial Area Specific
Plan; and
c. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity: and
d. The subject application is consistent with the objectives of the Industrial Area
Specific Plan and the purposes of Subarea 6; and
e. The' proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan.
4. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines that the amendment identified in
this Resolution is not defined as a project and is therefore exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated
thereunder, pursuant to Sections 153061b.1 and 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby recommends approval of Industrial Area Specific Plan Amendment 00-02,
amending Table 17.30.030 (Exhibit "D") as attached.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000.
pLANNING COMMISSION OF THE City of RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY'
Larry McNeil, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Bullet, Secretary
Brad Bullet, Secretary of the Planning Commission for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
~ertify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
commission, held on the 26th day of July 2000, by the following vote-to-wit.
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
07/2G/2000 09:07 7147570511 BIC~E:L I..I],~ PAGE: ~2
BICKEL UNDERWOOD
~ CALIFORNIA CORPORATION
July 26, 2000
Mr. Brant LeCount
Associate Planner
Ci~y of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civk; Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonge, CA g1729
Re: Development Review 00-t8 - Union Bank
Dear Bra~t:
This is s request that the Public Headn§ for the above-m~erencod project (Scheduled for July
26'~} be postponed to the following hearing on Augusi 9~ for the ~llowin9 reasons:
The progress of the Lowe's project, more specifically their parking area, has forced-us to create
an alternate parking configuration thai salvages recta of lite recently com;x~eted woFg. Pe~ yOur
request, we are having the traffic engineer evaluate the new plan end w~il submit their findings
with our final package. In addition, there are ,= number of medifioaUons to the building and
(resulting from the DRC and technical review) that we flit should be reflected lo the 'offiCial'
.approved documents. These include the extencled trellis, berm and landscaping adjustments, a
tower element on the north elevation, and removal of the raised median. Olher comments from
the st~,ff report have been inc, orporated into the drawings as w~ti.
Thank you for your affempt st continuing to expedite our project through approvala. Our hope is
this postponement will ultimately save time and confusion through plancheck.
If you have any comments or questions regarding this request, please confac~ me as sc, c.~ as
possible.
Si ly,
· . ~'ilme. s S. Bio,el, Jr. - AIA//
~ President
Jim Ponf,,ralli. Union Bank
Gayle I-larl3ell, Jone~ Lang LaSalle
.Iohn Bazzant, Catellus
.t600 lllacu S~'a==r. S[~?s 220. Neweoa? BBAC., CA 92660
P.ONE 949.7'57 - 0411 ]=AX 949. 757 -
the city of
I1~111
l~ancho Cucamonsa
DATE: July 26, 2000
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Brent Le Count, AICP, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-18
UNION BANK- The development of a 6,000 square foot bank on 1.2 acre of land
in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan,
located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Milliken Avenue. APN:
229-011-25, 31, and 32.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
A. Surroundinq Land Use and Zoninq:
North - Vacant land and the Rancho San Antonio Medical Building; Financial, Restaurants,
Residential, Community Commemial, Hospital and Related Facilities, and Office
uses, Terra Vista Community Plan
South -Lowe's Home Improvement Store (under construction); Industrial Park (Subarea 7),
Industrial Area Specific Plan
East - Vacant land and the Masi Plaza and the Quakes Stadium; Industrial Park
(Subarea 7), Industrial Area Specific Plan
West * Vacant land planned for Farmer Boys Restaurant and Lowe,s Home lmprovement
Store parking area; Industrial Park (Subarea 7), Industrial Area Specific Plan
B. General Plan Desiqnations:
Project Site - Industrial Park
North - Commercial
South - General Industrial
East Industrial Park
West Industrial Park
I tern J
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
DR 00-18 - UNION BANK
July 26, 2000
Page 2
C. Site Characteristics: The site is located at the main entrance to the Catellus Master Plan area,
which was approved by the Planning Commission in April of 1999; however, the approved
Master Plan was left "blank" in this area due to uncertainty of ultimate land use. It is northeast
of the Lowe's Home Improvement store now under construction. The site slopes from north to
south at approximately 3 percent.
D. Parkinq Calculations:
Number of Number of
Type of Square Parkinq Spaces Space
Use Footaqe Ratio Required Provided
Bank 6,000 1/250 24 30
ANALYSIS:
A. General: The site will be graded so that it sets approximately 3 to 4 feet below the level of
Foothill Boulevard. The building design incorporates the basic amhitectural features that were
established in the Lowe's building. The bank is proposed to have a drive-thru lane, which will
wrap around the east and north sides of the building, with ingress from the south. The building
will be visually prominent from Foothill Boulevard. The drive-thru lane is proposed to be
screened by a berm along the street frontage, a porte-cochere on the east side of the building
and a large member trellis on the north side.
The project represents a modification to the Catellus Master Plan, which did not define
building pads or circulation in this area. An on-site traffic study was prepared which indicates
that the proposed location of the east-west driveway spine will not lead to circulation conflicts
with main access from Foothill Boulevard. The main access point, which aligns with future
Mayten Street to the north, will be the only signalized access from Foothill Boulevard. The
Master Plan submitted with the application is a conceptual illustration only and is not part of
this approval.
B. Desi.qn Review Committee: The Design Review Committee (Mannerino, Tostoy, Coleman)
reviewed the project on June 20, 2000, and recommend approval with conditions. Refer to the
attached Design Review Action Agenda for further details.
C. Technical Review Committee: The Grading and Technical Review Committees have reviewed
the project and recommend approval subject to the conditions outlined in the attached
Resolution of Approval.
D. Environmental Assessment: The Environmental Initial Study, Parts I and II, were prepared.
Staff has determined that the project will not result in substantial impact to the environment. If
the Planning Commission concurs, then issuance of a Negative Declaration would be in order.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
DR 00-18 - UNION BANK
July 26, 2000
Page 3
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development
Review 00-18 through adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval and issuance of a Negative
Declaration.
Respectfully submitted,
City Planner
BB:BLC\ma
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Site Utilization Map/Master Plan
Exhibit "B" Site Plan
Exhibit "C" Grading Plan
Exhibit "D" Landscape Plan
Exhibit "E" Elevations
Exhibit "F" Initial Study
Exhibit "G" Design Review Action Agenda - June 20, 2000
Resolution of Approval with Conditions
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD I~-- Signalized T.~,~..~,~..,,~ .,,
Intersection
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'"""^""':' '"" I~*CA '~.g~."" *' ? CORPORATE PARK
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD
I ~i .... BANK
Preliminaw Plant nfl Legend
NOTES:
I PRELIMINARY LANDSCAPE PLAN I '"" ~ ~ [ L:I'=L-I'
ELEVATIONS
· ENVIRONMENTAL
INFORMATION FORM
C, o,.on oO camo g.p,on.,ngo i. on (Part I - Initial Study)
(909) 477°2750
The purpose of this form is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed
project so that the City may review the project pursuant to City policies, ordinances, and
guidelines; the California Environmental Quality Act; and the City's Rules and Procedures
to Implement CEQA. It is important that the information requested in this application be
provided in full.
INCOMPLETEAPPLICATIONSWILLNOTBEPROCESSFD Pleasenotethatitistheresponsibilityoftheapplicanttoensure
that the application is complete at the time of submittal; City staff wili not be available to perform work required to provide missing
information.
Application Number for the project to which this form pertains:
ProjectTitle: Union Bank of California - Rancho Cucamonga
Name&Addmssofproje~owne~s): Union Bank (Jim Pontarelli - Assist. V.P.)
530 "B" Street, Suite 1350
San Diego, CA 92101-4410
.Name&Addres$of~vel~erorpmject~onsor Catellus Development Corp.
4000 Westerly Place, Suite 200
Newport Beach, CA 92660
ContactPe~on&Address: Bickel Underwood (Jim B~ckel)
3600 Birch Street, Suite 220, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Telephone Number:. 949-757-041 1
Name & Address of person preparing this form (if different from above): SAME
Telephone Number
Infon~nation indicated by astedsk (*) is not required of non-construction CUP's unless othem, ise requested by staff.
'1) Provide a full scale (8-1'2 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site. and indicate the
site boundaffes.
2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from the no~th, south, east and west;
views into and from the site from the pdmary access points which serve--the site; and representative views of significant
features from the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph.
3) project Location (describe): Pad Parcel at the Southwest corner of Foothill
Blvd. and Mayten Street at the "Lowe's Center" in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
4) Assessor's Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary): 229-011-25, 31 , & 32
'5) Gross Site Area (ac/sq. ft.): 1 .14 Acres/49,529 sq. ft.
'6) Net Site Area (total site size minus area of public streets & proposed dedications): N / A
7) Describe any proposed general plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (attach additional sheet
if necessao,:
None
Includeadesc~tionofallpermi~ which willbenecessa~fremtheCi~ofRanchoCucamongaandotherg°vemmental
agencies~o~erto~plementtheproject:
Development review
Grading
Building
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9) Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists before the project including information on topography, soil stability, plants
and animals, mature trees, trails and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Descdbe any existing structures on site
(including age and condition) and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of significant features desc#bed. In addition,
site all sources of information (i.e., geological and/or hydrologic studies, biotic and archeological surveys, traffic studies):
flat lot, sloping gradually from north to south. There are a few
small shrubs scattered throughout the vineyard. No animals were
present at the time of the site evaluation. Along the southern
boundary of the project is a dirt road qraded for construction,
(Future Millennium Court). THere are no existinq structures on
this site. The only scenic aspect is that of the San Gabriel
Mountains to the North.
10) Descdbe the known cultural and/or histodcal aspects of the site. Site all sources of information (books, published reports and
oral history):
No known cultural or historical aspects
11) Descdbeanyn~ses~urcesandthe~eve~thatn~wa~ctthesite(aircratt~readwayn~ise~etc~)andh~wtheywll~a~ct
pmposed uses:
Normal traffic along Fo~h~]] Rn,~vmrd ~n~ ~]]~n Avenue are
adjacent to the site and are the current noise source for the site.
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12) Descdbe the proposed project in detail. This should provide an adequate descttption of the site in terrns of ultimate use which
will result from the prosed p~oject. Indicate if there are proposed phases for development, the extent of development to occur
with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each increment. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary:
New 6~000 square foot bank buildinq for public use. The buildinq
is single story with a plaster exterior in an earl~; California
motif. The buildinq has a drive-thru and m~ltiple ATM locations.
1~ Desc~be ~e surr~unding pmpe~ies~ ~c~uding ~ali~n ~n p~n~ and anima~ and any cu~tu~ h~a~ ~r scen~ a~ec~.
~dica~ ~e lype of ~nd use ~siden~ comme~ia~ e~.), ~ns~ of ~nd use ~ne-~mily, apa~ment houses, ~$,
depa~ment s~s, e~) a~ sca~ of ~velopment ~e~h~ ~ntage, se~ac~ mar ya~ etc.):
~orth of the project site is the continuation of the abandoned
grape vineyard to Foothill Boulevard. Across Foothill Boulevard
is vacant land. To the east the site is bordered by the Auto
Court in the Masi Center and Quake Stadium. South of the property
is GATX Buildinq under construction, 443,000 square foot industrial
building. TO the West is the abandoned grape vineyard.
14) ~thep~p~sedp~ectchangethepattem~sca~e~rcha~cter~fthesurr~un~nggene~a~a~thep~ect?
NO, the proposed project is keeping with the Industrial Specific
Plan and the approved Catellus Master Plan.
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~dicate~etypeofsho~and~-~no~e~begene~cludingsou~eandamounL Howwill~esenoise~ve~
a~ctadjacentpmpe~iesandon-siteuse&Whatme~o~ofsoundpmofingamp~posed?
The only noise generation will come from cars in the drive-thru
teller line. Location, configuration and berming will mitigate this.
'16) Indicate proposed removals and/or replacements of mature or scenic trees: None
17) Indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drains: None
18) Indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further clarification, please contact
the Cucamonga County Water District at 987-2591.
a. Residential (gal/day) Peak use (gal/Day)
b. Commercial/Ind. (gal/day/ac) 1 , 705 gal/day Peak use (gal/mia/ac)
19) Indicate preposed method of sewage disposaL __ Septic Tank X Sewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach
percolation tests. If discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See
AttachmentA forusage estimates). Forfurthercladfication, please contact the Cucamonga County WaterDistrictat 987-2591.
a. Residential (gaYday)
b. Commeroial/Ind. (gal'day/ac) 1 , 705 gal/day
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS:
20) Numberofresidentialunits:
Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size:
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Attached (indicate whether units are rental or for sate units):
21) Anticipated range of sale pdces and/or rents:
Sate Pdce(s) $. to
Rent (per month) $. to $.
22) Specify numberofbedrooms by unit type:
23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type:
24) Indicate the expected number of school children who wilt be residing within the project: Contact the apprepdate School
Districts as shown in Attachment B:
a. Elementary:
b. Junior High:
c. Senior High
COMMERClAL~ [NDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
25) Descdbetype~fuse(s)andmaj~rfuncti~n(s)~fc~mmercia~~indushfa~~rinstituti~na~uses:
Commercial Bank
26) Total floor area of commercial, indushfal, or institutional uses by type: 6,000 sq. ft.
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27) Indicate hours of operetion:
M - Th 9-5
Fri 9-6
Sat 9-1
28) Number of employees: Total: I 1
Maximum Shift: 8 hrs/day 40 hrs/wk
Time of Maximum Shift: 8: 4 5 a. m t,o 5: 4 5 p. m.
29) Pmvide breakd~wn ~f anticipatedj~b c~assi~cati~ns~ inc~uding wage and sa~ary ranges~ as we~~ as an indicati~n ~f the rete
of hire for each classification (attach additional sheet if necessary):
This is proprietary information
30) Estimation of the nurnberofworkers to be hired that currently reside in the City: To be determined
'31) For commercial and industrial uses only, indicate the source, type and amount of air pollution emissions. 'Data should be
vedfied through the South Coast Air Quality Management District, at (818) 572-6283):
None
ALL PROJECTS
32) Havethewater~sewer~~re~andfi~~dc~ntr~~agencie$$ervingthepr~jectbeenc~ntactedt~determinetheirabilityt~pr~vide
adequate se/vice to the proposed preject? If so, please indicate their response.
CCWD has reviewed the Master Plan regardin~ provision of sewer and
water. With the development of the Master Plan, the first phase
sewer and water infrastructure is being installed additionally.
The off-site Improvement Plan for the Master Plan addresses
drainage.
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33) In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic mateffals?
Examples of hazardous and/ortoxic materials include, but ara not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances; pesb~ides and
herbicides; fuels, oils, solvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above.
Please list the materials and descdbe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property, as well as the dates of use, if
known.
NO known use or discharqe of hazardous and/or toxic materials.
34) IA411 the proposed project involve the temporaq/ or long-term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic
materials, including but not limited to those examples listed above? If yes, provide an inventory of all such mate#als to be
used and proposed method of disposal. The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be
shown and labeled on the application plans.
None.
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for
adequate evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and
correct tot he best of my knowledge and belie~ I further understand that additional information may be required to be submitted
before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
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City of Rancho Cucamonga
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
INITIAL STUDY PART II
BACKGROUND
1. Project File: Development Review 00-18
2. Related Files: Development Review 99-11, Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park, and
Tentative Pamel Map 15295- Catellus.
3. Description of Project: Environmental Assessment and Development Review 00-18 -
Union Bank of California. New 6,000 square foot bank for public use. The proposed
structure is single story with a plaster exterior in an early California motif. The bank will
have a drive-thru and multiple ATM locations.
The 1.14-acre site is within the larger Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park, a 140-acre
commercial and industrial complex in Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga Industrial Area Specific Plan. The Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park is
located on the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Milliken Avenue.
4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
Union Bank of California
530 B Street Suite 1350
San Diego, CA 92101-4410
5. General Plan Designation: Industrial Park
6. Zoning: Industrial Park (Subarea 7) Industrial Area Specific Plan
7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The site is located on the southeast corner of
Foothill Boulevard and Milliken Avenue. The site is currently an abandoned grape
vineyard. North of the site is the continuation of the abandoned grape vineyard to Foothill
Boulevard. Across Foothill Boulevard is vacant land. The site is bordered on the east by
vacant land, and further to the east by Masi Plaza automotive services. South of the
property is the 443,000 square foot GATX Building (currently under construction); to the
west, is an abandoned grape vineyard and the Lowe's home improvement center under
construction.
8. Lead Agency Name and Address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
9. Contact Person and Phone Number:
Brent Le Count
(909) 477-2750
10. Other agencies whose approval is required: None
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving
at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless
Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the
following pages.
( ) Land Use and Planning (v') Transportation/Cimulation ( ) Public Services
( ) Population and Housing ( ) Biological Resources ( ) Utilities and Service Systems
(,.") Geological Problems ( ) Energy and Mineral Resources
( ) Hazards (v') Aesthetics
(v') Water (v') Noise ( ) Cultural Resources
(,/) Air Quality (v') Mandatory Findings of Significance ( ) Recreation
DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
(v') I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
Signed: ~"' ~-~ ~--
Brent Le Count
Associate Planner
June 27, 2000
EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an
explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact
Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a
discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: ~,y u.~, ~
1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) (/)
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or ( ) (,")
policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction
over the project?
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the ( ) (,/)
vicinity?
d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an ( ) (v')
established community?
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Comments:
a-d) The project site is part of the Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park and was
previously analyzed under the Initial Study prepared for Tentative Tract Map 15295,
and included a detailed look at the subdivision of the 140-acre area into 13 individual
parcels. The area is designated Industrial Park and General Industrial and is zoned
Subarea 7 and Subarea 8, respectively, and is located on Milliken Avenue between
Foothill Boulevard and Arrow Route. The proposed bank would be consistent with
existing and permitted land uses in Subarea 7.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
2. POPULATION AND HOUS~IG. Would the proposah
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local ( ) ( ) ( )
population projections?
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either ( ) ( ) ( ) (/)
directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an
undeveloped area or extension of major
infrastructure)?
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
housing?
Comments:
a-b) Construction activities at the site will be short-term and will not attract new
employees to the area. Operation of the bank will include 11 full-time employees.
The addition of these employees will not create a demand for additional housing as
they will likely reside within the City or surrounding communities.
c) Approximately 1.14 acres are proposed for development. The bank will be
constructed in an area designated Industrial Park (Subarea 7). There are no
residential structures within the vicinity.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnl~
3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or
expose people to potential impacts involving:
a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) ( ) (./)
b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) ( ) (,/) ( )
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) ( ) (/) ( )
d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) ( ) (/)
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: potentially Unless
e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) (v)
f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil ( ) ( )
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill?
g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ) ('/)
h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) (v~)
i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) ('~)
Comments:
a-c) No known faults pass through the site, it is not in an Earthquake Fault Zone, nor is it
in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Red Hill Fault. The
Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes within 2 miles northwest of the site,
and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately 6 miles northwest. These faults
are both capable of producing a Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquake, respectively. Also, the
San Jacinto Fault, capable of producing up to M,~ 7.5 earthquakes, is 9 miles
northeast of the site and the San Andreas, capable of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is
12.5 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can produce strong ground
shaking. Liquefaction could occur at the site if a strong earthquake coincided with an
extended period of heavy rains raising the local water table. Soils type on-site and in
the vicinity is Tujunga-Delhi. These soils are relatively stable but subject to
liquefaction when the water table is relatively shallow. Adhering to the Uniform
Building Code will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant.
d) The site is not located near a body of water.
e) The site is relatively flat so grading will be minimal. Grading will even out the site
and create the necessary slope gradient to allow proper site drainage.
f-h) Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga Soboba association. These soils are
excessively drained, readily level to moderately sloping soils formed on alluvial fans.
Runoff is very slow, and hazard of erosion is slight. Included with this soil in
mapping are areas of Tujunga gravely loamy sand in scattered tracts 10 to 20 acres
in size. Also included are small areas of Delhi fine sand. The project site is east and
outside of the Delhi Sands Special Study Area. Therefore, the site does not contain
significant amounts of Delhi sand or appropriate habitat for the Delhi Sand Flower-
Loving Fly.
i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Tllan
4. WATER. Will the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, ( ) ( ) (,,') ( )
or the rate and amount of surface water runoff?
b) Exposure of people or property to water related ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
hazards such as flooding?
c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration ( ) ( ) ( ) (~')
of surface water quality (e.g., temperature,
dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)?
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
water body?
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction ( ) ( ) ( )
of water movements?
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either ( ) ( ) ( ) (v~)
through direct additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an aquifer by cuts or
excavations, or through substantial loss of
groundwater recharge capability?
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? ( ( ) ( ) (,/)
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? ( ( ) ( ) (,/)
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of ( ( ) ( ) (v')
groundwater otherwise available for public water
supplies?
Comments:
a) The absorption rate will be altered because of the paving and hardscape proposed.
All runoff will be conveyed to approved drainage facilities which have been designed
to handle the flows. No other improvements beyond the master plan of drainage are
necessary to accommodate the project. The impact is not considered significant.
b) The site is not located within the 100-year flood plain as indicated on Figure III-G/2
"Flood Hazards" in the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan EIR.
c-e) The project site is not located near a body of water. The applicant will provide a
drainage study showing how storm water runoff will be conveyed, prior to issuance
of a grading permit.
f-i) The project will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area as
the site is not used for groundwater discharge.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Then
5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal:
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to ( ) ( ) (,") ( )
an existing or projected air quality violation?
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
cause any change in climate?
d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
Comments:
a-b) Potential impacts to air quality are consistent with the Public Health and Safety Super-
Element within the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. During construction, there is
the possibility of fugitive dust to be emitted from grading the site. However, the site
is too small (1.14 acres) to generate significant PM~o contamination that would
exceed the SCAQMD thresholds. Nonetheless, dust emissions could be sufficient to
warrant the use of water or other dust palliatives at this site.
c-d) The proposed project is to construct a 6,000 square foot bank for public use on 1.14
acres of vacant land. Adequate parking and landscaping will be provided in
accordance with the City Development Code. The bank will not generate emissions that
could cause climatic changes or objectionable odors.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? ( ) ( ) (v') ( )
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., ( ) ( ) (v')
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to ( ) ( ) (,")
nearby uses?
d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ( ) ( ) ("')
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ( ) ( ) ("')
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting ( ) ( ) (v')
alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)?
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: P~-,,~y Un~= ~
g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ( ) ( ) ( ) (./)
Comments:
a) The project site is part of the 140-acre Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park. An
Initial Study was prepared for Tentative Tract Map 15295 and included a review of
the subdivision of 140 acres of land into 13 parcels in the Industrial Park (Subarea 7)
and General Industrial (Subarea 8). Transtech Engineers, Inc. prepared a
Congestion Management Program/Traffic Impact Analysis (CMP/TIA) study, as part
of the review, to determine whether the Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park would
increase vehicle trips or traffic congestion in excess of projections for the adopted
land use. The CMP/TIA concluded that the project would result in excessive future
traffic congestion. The report recommended certain roadway improvements to
accommodate the project generated traffic. Recommendations were incorporated
into the Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) adopted for the master plan.
implementation of the MMP will maintain traffic impacts to less than significant.
The master plan for the Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park showed a main
east-west drive aisle leading from the Lowe's site to parcels to the east. This east-
west drive aisle/spine was approved much further south than is specified for the
subject project. This was intended to provide sufficient vehicle stacking distance on
the main north-south drive aisle (east of Union Bank) between the point at which the
main east-west drive aisle intersects the north-south drive aisle and Foothill
Boulevard. An on-site traffic analysis was prepared for the project (RKJK and
Associates, May 9, 2000) to address this issue. The findings of the report indicate
that the distance between Foothill Boulevard and the main east-west drive aisle
intersection is sufficient to provide adequate vehicle stacking on the north-south drive
aisle located east of Union Bank. The report recommended that the drive-thru entry
point for Union Bank be relocated westerly to avoid an awkwardly tight "U" turn
movement for those entering the site off Foothill Boulevard via the north-south drive
aisle. The project has been redesigned in light of this recommendation to the
satisfaction of RKJK and Associates. Through redesign of the project in
conformance with the traffic report, on-site traffic impacts are not considered
significant.
b-d) The site is a rectangular parcel with an entry to the site on both Foothill Boulevard
and Mayten Street. There is an entry setbacl~ designed so that visitors to the site will
not be backed up on either streets. The proposed project includes on-site parking
and drive through ATM.
d) Located approximately 6 miles northeast of Ontario Airport, the site is offset north of
the flight path and will not be dangerous to users or aircraft.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal
result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their ( ) ( ) ( ) (,")
habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish,
insects, animals, and birds)?
b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, ( ) ( ) ('/')
eucalyptus windrow, etc.)?
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., ( ) ( ) (¢')
eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)?
d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and ( ) ( ) (~')
vernal pool)?
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) (v')
Comments:
a) The site is an abandoned vineyard and is currently vacant. No natural habitat exists
on-site, and the property is not within the Ontario Recovery Unit as indicated in
Figure 6 of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Final Recovery Plan for the Delhi Sands
Flower-loving Fly (DSF) habitat. On-site vegetation is sparse and consists of non-
native species. It is unlikely that any DSF will move onto the site due to the lack of
natural habitat.
b-c) The site is an abandoned grape vineyard with no native vegetation on-site.
d) There is no riparian or wetland habitat on-site.
e) Intermittent industrial development in the area has eliminated any wildlife corridors
that may have occurred in the past.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless
8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the
proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation ( ) ( ) ( )
plans?
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and ( ) ( ) ( ) (,")
inefficient manner?
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless ~
C) Result in the loss of availability of a known ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
mineral resource that would be of future value to
the region and the residents of the State?
Comments:
a-b) The project will be required to conform to applicable City standards for energy
conservation.
c) The project site is located on the Day Creek alluvial fan, an area classified as a
Mineral Resource Zone (MRZ-2). An MRZ-2 Zone contains deposits of known value
and marketability. However, the State Geologist has determined that due to
urbanization, the site is not in a Designated Area of available resources.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: P,.~.~ial,y u.r.~ ~
9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of ( ) ( ) (,./)
hazardous substances (including, but not limited
to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)?
b) Possible interference with an emergency ( ) ( ) (~')
response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential ( ) ( ) (v')
health hazard?
d) Exposure of people to existing soumes of ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
potential health hazards?
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
brush, grass, or trees?
Comments:
a/c/d) During a site visit, no evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes,
or discolored soils were observed. There was no indication of underground
storage tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site. Based on the fact that the site
is an abandoned vineyard, pesticides were probably used in the past. However,
the project site is being developed as a commemial use where people will not
likely be exposed to soil. Therefore, this is no impact.
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b) The project will not interfere with the flow of traffic on Foothill Boulevard or Milliken
Avenue. Project plans will be reviewed and approved by City departments to
determine adequate access for emergency vehicles.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
10. NOISE. Will the proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise levels? ( ) ( ) (,/') ( )
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/)
Comments:
a-b) The project would increase noise levels since the site is currently vacant and the
development would add people and traffic to the area. Noise will be consistent with
existing levels, which includes traffic on Foothill Boulevard and surrounding
commercial use. There are no sensitive receptors in the area and impacts to noise
were not considered significant.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an
effect upon or result in a need for new or altered
government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/)
b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v')
c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( )
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
e) Other governmental services? ( ) ( ) ( )
Comments:
a-e) Fire Protection - The site is located on the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and
Milliken Avenue, and is served by a fire station located on the southwest corner of
Jersey Boulevard and Milliken Avenue, approximately 1.5 miles south of the project
site. Standard Conditions of Approval from the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will
be placed on the project. The addition of a 6,000 square foot bank is not considered
significant.
Police protection - Additional police protection is not required as the addition of the
commercial bank will not change current facility operating hours and will not have a
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· substantial increase in the area to be patrolled, as the project site is relatively small,
slightly larger than one acre.
Schools - The proposed bank building will not generate a substantial number of new
job opportunities or induce people to move to the project area. Therefore,
construction activities will not adversely impact local schools.
Parks - Proposed construction activities will not generate a substantial number of
new job opportunities or induce people to move to the project area, Operation of the
bank will require 11 full-time employees who will likely be hired from within the City or
surrounding communities. Therefore, construction of a commemial bank will not
adversely impact local parks or recreational opportunities.
Public facilities - The proposed project will utilize existing public facilities and will be
consistent will the City of Rancho Cucamonga Industrial Area Specific Plan.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies
or substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( )
b) Communication systems? ( )
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution ( ) (,/)
facilities?
d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) (,/)
e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) (v')
f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) (,~)
g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (/)
Comments:
a-g) The project will use existing gas, electrical, and communication systems. Solid
waste disposal will be provided by the current City contracted hauler. Currently
municipal solid waste from the City is taken to San Bernardino, Riverside, or Orange
County landfills for disposal; depending on the hauler. The project will increase
demand upon storm drain systems due to the increased runoff from new hardscape
proposed on the currently vacant site. Storm drain improvements will be necessary
to accommodate the project. This does not result in substantial alterations to the
master plan of storm drainage. The impact is not considered significant since it can
be mitigated by providing proper storm water drainage per the City Engineer.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal:
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) ( )
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) (v) ( )
Comments:
a) The project site is located at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Milliken
Avenue, which are not considered scenic corridors by the City or the County of San
Bernardino.
b) The proposed project is part of the larger Rancho Cucamonga Corporate Park and is
consistent with the goals and objectives set forth in the City of Rancho Cucamonga
General Plan for Subarea 7 of the Industrial Area Specific Plan. The proposed
design and exterior elements of the bank will be consistent with design standards set
forth in the Master Plan.
c) The project will create new light and glare because the site is currently vacant. The
design and placement of light fixtures will be shown on site plans, which require
review for consistency with City standards. The impact is not considered significant.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: ~.~,~y
14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposah
a) Disturb Paleontological resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/)
b) Disturb archaeological resoumes? ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/)
c) Affect historical or cultural resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change, ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
Which would affect unique ethnic cultural values?
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within ( ) ( ) ( ) (,")
the potential impact area?
Comments:
a-e) The site is on an alluvial fan, an environment not generally associated with fossils.
As the site is relatively small, and has been previously disturbed, the likelihood of
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affecting historical or cultural resources is minimal and impacts are not considered
significant.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: .o,~,~y u.~., ~
ir~orp<)rated
15. RECREATION. Would the proposah
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or ( ) ) ( ) (v')
regional parks or other recreational facilities?
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) ) ( ) (./)
Comments:
a) An increased demand for neighborhood or regional parks ~s not likely, as the
proposed bank will require a total of 11 full-time employees. A majority of these
employees will likely reside within the City or surrounding communities.
b) The proposed project will not affect existing recreational opportunity as the site is
located on Foothill Boulevard within the Industrial Park development area.
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: .o~.y u.,.~ ~.
16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the ( ) ( ) ( ) (-/)
potential to degrade the quality of the
environment, substantially reduce the habitat of
a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self-sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number er restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or
eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory?
b) Short term: Does the project have the potential ( ) ( ) (./) ( )
to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of
long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term
impact on the environment is one which occurs
in a relatively brief, definitive period of time.
Long-term impacts will endure well into the
future.)
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnless Tna.
c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/)
are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection
with the effects of past projects, the effects of
other current projects, and the effects of
probable future projects.)
d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have () () () (v')
environmental effects, which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings,
either directly or indirectly?
Comments:
a) The project site is a former vineyard. The vines have been removed and the site has
been disced for weed abatement and graded for the placement of a disused
driveway. There is no habitat suitable for rare or endangered species and there are
no locally protected species on-site. The site has no wetland and is cut off by
development to the north, east, and west, so it cannot serve as a wildlife corridor.
b) The site is small, slightly larger than 1-acre, and would not generate significant
amounts of criteria air pollutants during site grading. No short-term impacts will
result from the proposed project.
c) The Initial Study for the Catellus Master Plan did not identify any impacts that could
not be mitigated through the City's standard conditions of approval or mitigation
measures identified in the Catellus Master Plan.
d) Development of a 6,000 square foot bank would not cause substantial adverse
effects on humans, either directly or indirectly. The initial study did not identify any
impacts that would have a potentially significant affect to the environment.
EARLIER ANALYSES
Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA
process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative
Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within
the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on
the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study
and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500
Civic Center Drive (check all that apply):
(v')City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan EIR
(Certified April 6, 1981 )
Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga
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(v') Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update
(SCH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989)
(,") Industrial Area Specific Plan EIR
(Certified September 19, 1981 )
City of Rancho Cucamonga
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 2109f and 21092 of the Pubfic Resources Code.
Project File No.: Development Review 00-18 Public Review Period CIoses: July26,2000
Project Name: Project Applicant: Union Bank of California
Project Location (also see attached map): Located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of
Milliken Avenue. APN: 229-011-25, 31, and 32.
Project Description: The development of a 6,000 square foot bank on 1.2 acres of land in the Indust~al Park
District (Suba rea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan. Located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of
Milliken Avenue. APN: 229-011-25, 31, and 32.
FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
[] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant
effect on the environment.
[-I The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but:
(1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this
proposed Negative Declaration was released for public reviewwould avoid the effects or mitigate
the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and
(2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required.
Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related
documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic
Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period.
July 26, 2000
Date of Determination Adopted By
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
5:30 p.m. Brent Le Count June 20, 2000
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-18- UNION BANK- The
development of a 6,000 square foot bank on 1.2 acres of land in Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) of the
Industrial Area Specific Plan, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Milliken
Avenue. APN: 229-011-25, 31, and 32.
Desi.qn Parameters: The site is located at the main entrance to the Catellus Master Plan area,
which was approved by the Planning Commission in April of 1999; however, the approved Master
Plan was left "blank" in this area due to uncertainty of ultimate land use. It is northeast of the
Lowe's Home Improvement store now under construction. The site slopes from north to south at
approximately 3 percent. The site will be graded so that it sets approximately 3 to 4 feet below the
level of Foothill Boulevard. The building design incorporates the basic architectural features that
were established by the Lowe's building. The bank is proposed to have a drive-thru lane, which will
wrap around the east and north sides of the building, with ingress from the south. The building and
drive-thru lane will be visually prominent from Foothill Boulevard.
Master Plan: The project represents a modification to the Catellus Master Plan, which did not define
building pads or circulation in this area. An on-site traffic study was prepared which indicates that
the proposed location of the east-west driveway spine will not lead to circulation conflicts with main
access from Foothill Boulevard. The main access point, which aligns with future Mayten Street to
the north, will be the only signalized access from FoothillBoulevard. Master Plan (Sheet A0) is a
conceptual illustration only and is not part of this application; therefore, no comments will
be made.
Staff Comments:The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project.
1. Provide a porte-cochere matching that on the east elevation, or a major trellis, over the drive
thru lane on the north side of the building to minimizethe presence of the lane relative to
Foothill Boulevard. This will also add articulation and visual interest to the north elevation,
most visually prominent from Foothill Boulevard. Provide decorative wainscoting on this
elevation as well.
2. Eliminate or smooth out the awkward curve in the main east-west driveway spine west of the
site to avoid potential head-on collisions.
3. Mayten Street Entrance: Median island should be minimum width of 10 feet. Provide
minimum 20 feet of enhanced paving at entrance throat, outside public right-of-way, as
transition from Foothill Boulevard.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues.
1. The backsides of the parapet walls should be finished with comice treatment to convey a
sense of quality. Decorative parapets should have returns to provide a sense of depth and
avoid a movie-set appearance.
2. Provide Iow decorative walls and landscaped berms on the east and north sides of the drive-
thru lane to screen cars from public view. Examples include the Texaco station at Foothill
Boulevard and Elm Street, and the Carl's Jr. at Foothill Boulevard and Masi Drive.
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3. Provide planter area against the building between columns on west elevation, north of the
main entry.
4. Provide decorative driveway paving at the driveway entrance to Union Bank parking area.
5. Extend landscape finger planters to the full length of parking stalls (i.e. 18 feet).
6. Extend enhanced paving to include both handicap parking stalls at main entry.
7. Provide additional trees to shade northerly row of parking spaces.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion.
1. The Planning Commission Drive-thru Design Policy requires drive-thru businesses to be
located at least 300 feet away from any intersection (such as Foothill Boulevard and Mayten
Street) and from another drive-thru facility on the same side of the street. In this case, the
Union Bank and Farmer Boy's restaurant will be 300 feet apart. Union Bank is located at the
intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Mayten Street. The policy can be waived when a
project is being developed within a shopping center or master plan. Other examples of drive-
thrus approved at intersections include the Mobil car wash, Jack-in-the-Box and Cad's Jr.,
which are all located at Foothill Boulevard and Masi Drive, about one half block to the east.
2. All roof and ground mounted equipment and utilities shall be fully screened. Surround trash
enclosure and Edison box with dense shrub planting.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and retum for further
review.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: John Mannedno, Peter Tolstoy, Dan Coleman
Staff Planner: Brent Le Count
The Committee recommended approval subject to staff's comments with the following revisions.
The applicant agreed to all of the items and the following:
1. The Committee is open to provision of a trellis along the north side of the building over the
drive-thru lane instead of a porte-cochere. The trellis members should be substantial with
heavy and decorative footings.
2. The median is the driveway entrance from Foothill Boulevard, at Mayten Street and may
require modification or elimination subject to review and approval of the Engineering
Division.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. 00-18, THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 6,000 SQUARE FOOT
BANK ON 1.2 ACRE OF LAND IN SUBAREA 7 (INDUSTRIAL PARK) OF
THE INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN LOCATED ON THE SOUTH
SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, EAST OF MILLIKEN AVENUE, AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 229-011-25, 31, and
32.
A. Recitals.
1. Union Bank has filed an application for the approval of Development Review No. 00-18,
as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development
Review request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of July 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting on July 26, 2000, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard,
east of Milliken Avenue, with a street frontage of 273 feet and a lot depth of 186 feet, and is
presently vacant and abandoned vineyards; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is vacant and developed with a medical-
building, the property to the south consists of vacant land with the Lowe's Home Improvement store
under construction to the southwest. The property to the east is vacant with land further to the east
developed with the Masi Plaza, and the property to the west is being developed as parking for the
Lowe's Home Improvement store and a future restaurant; and
c. The project is part of an approved Master Plan for which a Congestion
Management Program/Traffic Impact Analysis was prepared to determine whether increases in
vehicle trips or traffic congestion will be in excess of projections for the adopted land use. The
master plan developer will be required to install frontage street improvements in their ultimate
configuration, per City ordinance. This will reduce traffic related impacts to a less than significant
level; and
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d. Storm drain improvements necessary to accommodate the project are not in excess
of that provided by the master plan of storm drainage; and
e. The project, with the recommended Conditions of Approval, complies with all
minimum City development standards; and
f. The project is consistent with the Industrial Park designation of the Industrial Area
Specific Plan, in that it will function as a transition between more intense industrial development to
the south and office and retail development to the north.
g. The proposed use is consistent with General Plan objective to provide commercial
facilities to meet the service needs of the community, which ara conveniently accessible; and
h. The proposed design incorporates many architectural and landscape design
elements consistent with the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan objective to provide compatible
building elevations; and
i. The proposed design includes a drive-thru lane that is incorporated into the building
design with a large porte-cochere and heavy member trellis and is screened from Foothill Boulevard
by berms.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above,
this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. That the proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. That the proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code
and the Industrial Area Specific Plan and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
c. That the proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of
the Development Code and the Industrial Area Specific Plan; and
d. That the proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration,
together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the
application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration attached hereto,
and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows:
a.' That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the Califomia
Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated
thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the
independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and
considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application.
b. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into
the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur.
c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the Califomia Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the pro_j.9_~t~tt~ere is no evidence that the proposed project
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Page 3
will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resoumes or the habitat upon which wildlife
depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the
staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission during the
public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set
forth in Section 753.5(c-1 -d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth
below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Planninq Division:
1) Eliminate or smooth out the awkward curve in the main east-west
driveway spine west of the site to avoid potential head-on collisions.
2) The backsides of the parapet walls shall be finished with cornice
treatment to convey a sense of quality. Decorative parapets shall have
returns to provide a sense of depth and avoid a movie-set appearance.
3) Provide planter area against the building between columns on west
elevation, north of the main entry.
4) Provide decorative driveway paving at the driveway entrance to Union
Bank parking area.
5) Provide additional trees to shade northerly row of parking spaces.
6) All roof and ground mounted equipment and utilities shall be fully
screened. Surround trash enclosure and Edison box with dense shrub
planting.
En ineerin Division:
1 ) The revised master plan included in the project submittal is not part of
this approval.
2) Tentative Parcel Map 15295 shall record pdor to the issuance of
building permits, or comply with all applicable conditions of said
tentative map.
3) No additional building permits will be issued until all of the public
improvement plans for Tentative Parcel Map 15295 have been signed
by the City Engineer. All improvements shall be completed pdor to any
additional occupancy releases.
4) The center portion of Milliken Avenue shall be completed between
Foothill Boulevard and Arrow Route, per Drawing 1705. This will
include median curbs, pavement on both sides of the median and
ultimate intersection improvements for Millennium Court, including
right-turn lanes. Extend the existing fourth northbound lane on the east
side of Milliken Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard to Millennium Court
and add a 300-foot right-turn lane for the Foothill Boulevard
intersection. This development shall not receive Transportation
Development Fee credit for the backbone system since a City project
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Page 4
completed the applicable portion of this segment. Additional conditions
are as follows:
a) Median landscaping shall be installed from Foothill Boulevard to
Millennium Court with this development.
b) Sidewalks and all drive approaches (with right-turn lanes) on the
project side of Milliken Avenue shall be installed from Foothill
Boulevard to Millennium Court with this development. Sidewalk
easements allowing the Milliken Avenue sidewalk to meander
shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
5) The existing storm drain in Milliken Avenue shall be extended
concurrent with the street improvements. All stub outs for future
development shall be provided at that time.
6) Foothill Boulevard frontage improvements, including curb, gutter,
sidewalk, street lights, a bus bay just east of Milliken Avenue ECR, all
drive approaches (with right-turn lanes), and street trees shall be
completed from Milliken Avenue to the existing terminus west of Masi
Drive with this development. Sidewalk on the west side of Milliken
Avenue, all off-site street trees, and the Activity Center may be
deferred until development of the adjacent properties. A "street type"
driveway will be required for the project driveway opposite Mayten
Street. If the developer chooses to defer the decision on a driveway
between Mayten Street and Masi Drive (including Caltrans permission
thereof) until development of the north half of Parcel 7 (Parcel Map
15295), curb and gutter shall be installed in lieu of a drive approach
and right-turn lane.
7) Replace the secondary emergency access from Millennium Court to
Foothill Boulevard with a useable drive aisle connecting to the drive
approach that aligns with Mayten Street.
8) Install a traffic signal at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and
Mayten Street. The developer shall receive credit against, and
reimbursement of costs in excess of the Transportation Development
Fee in conformance with City policy. If the developer fails to submit for
said reimbursement agreement within 6 months of the public
improvements being accepted by the City, all rights of the developer to
reimbursement shall terminate.
9) A contribution in lieu of construction for the median island on Foothill
Boulevard shall be paid to the City prior to the issuance of building
permits or final Parcel Map approval, whichever occurs first. The
amount of the contribution shall be one half the cost of the median
(currently estimated at $60.00 per linear foot) times the length of the
project frontage.
10) Construct Millennium Court full width and length, including streetlights,
with this development. Off-site street trees, sidewalk and drive
approaches may be deferred until development of the adjacent
properties.
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11) Install a traffic signal at the intersection of Milliken Avenue and
Millennium Court. Existing traffic signals at Milliken Avenue/Foothill
Boulevard and Milliken Avenue/Arrow Route shall be modified as
needed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
12) All drive approaches shall conform to Standard Drawing 101, Type C.
Driveways with right-turn lanes shall conform to Standard Drawing 19.
13) Sidewalks shall cross drive approaches at the zero curb face. Provide
additional public right-of-way as needed. Driveway accent paving shall
be located outside the public right-of-way.
14) Parkways shall slope at 2 percent starting from one-foot behind the
sidewalk along all street frontages.
15) The Congestion Management Program/Traffc Impact Analysis
!CMP/TIA) study for the project master p an (DR 99-11 ) identified traffic
~mpacts at six (6) locations which will result in an unacceptable level of
service unless mitigated. The TIA also determined the amount of the
overall project's fair share contribution to these mitigations. A cash
payment in lieu of construction as contribution for the designated future
projects shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permits or final
parcel map approval, whichever occurs first.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2000
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Larry T. McNiel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of July, 2000 by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT if: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-18
SUBJECT: NEW BANK
APPLICANT: UNION BANK
LOCATION: SOUTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, EAST OF MILLIKEN AVENUE
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Cornoletiot~Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its __/ /
agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but
such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all .__/ i
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B. Time Limits
1. Development/Design Review approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or _.._/ L
approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions
are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which ___/ /___
include site plans, amhitectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein
Development Code regulations, and the Industrial Area Specific Plan.
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2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all ! !
Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code ! /
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be /_._j
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for ._~ /
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or
approved use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development ! /
Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in
effect at the time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and ..__/ /~
approved by the City Planner and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of
building permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of
shielding so as not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be /___/
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of
concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground
vaults.
D. Shopping Centers
1. The Master Plan is not part of this proposal. Future development for (each building ._~ !
pad/parcel) shall be subject to separate Development/Design Review process for Planning
Commission approval. Modifications to the Shopping Center Master Plan shall be subject to
Planning Commission approval.
2. Provide for the following design features in each trash enclosure, to the satisfaction of the City
Planner: / /----
a. Architecturally integrated into the design of (the shopping center/the project). /~
b. Separate pedestrian access that does not require the opening of the main doors and to ___/ /
include self-closing pedestrian doors.
c. Large enough to accommodate two trash bins. ___/ /
d. Roll-up doors. _._/ i
e. Trash bins with counter-weighted lids. ~/ !
f. Architecturally treated overhead shade trellis. /___/
g. Chain link screen on top to prevent trash from blowing out of the enclosure and ! /~
designed to be hidden from view.
3. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours. /_~/
4. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash /___/
and debris remain for more than 24 hours.
5. Signs shall be conveniently posted for "no overnight parking" and for "employee parking only." /_.j
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6. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards
which shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an __/ !
exterior noise level of 60 dB during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during
the hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
b. Loading and Unloading - No person shall cause the loading, unloading, opening, __/ I
closing, or other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage
cans, or other similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. unless otherwise
specified hem!n, in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a residential
area.
7. Textured pavement shall be provided across cimulation aisle, pedestrian walkway, and plaza. .__/ !
They shall be of brick/tile pavers, exposed aggregate, integral color concrete, or any
combination thereof. Full samples shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
8. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the amhitectural program. It shall include the ___j !
plaza area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
9. Any outdoor vending machines/ATMs shall be recessed into the building faces and shall not ___/ !
extend into the pedestrian walkways. The design details shall be reviewed and approved by
the City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
E. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or .__/ !
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be amhitecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
Details shall be included in building plans.
2. For commemial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main ! !
building colors.
F. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space ! i
abuts a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of
11 feet wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall / !
conta~in a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be / /.__
provided throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open
spaces/plazas/recreational uses,
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, / /
entrances, and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or / /
more parking stalls. Designate two pement or one stall, whichever is greater, of the total
number of stalls for use by the handicapped.
6. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more ! /___
parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at
the rate of one percent. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square
feet.
7. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily / /.__
residential projects or more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the
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required automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater.
After the first 50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are
2.5 pement of the required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall
provide bicycle storage spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent on the required automobile parking
spaces with a minimum of a 3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking
spaces required exceed 100. Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number
shall be rounded off to the higher whole number,
8. Carpool and vanpool designated off-street parking close to the building shall be provided for _._/ /
commercial, office, and industrial facilities at the rate of 10 percent of the total parking area. if
covered, the vertical clearance shall be no less than 9 feet.
G. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home .~/
landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape
architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building
permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier /___/
in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading plans.
The location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees
shall be shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's
recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
3, A minimum of 30% within commercial and office projects shall be specimen size trees - 24-
inch box or larger. / /
4. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three .~/ /___
parking stalls, sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21.
5. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building. I-~
6. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than /__~/
2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for
erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation
system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
7. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or .__/ /
greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their
appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area, 1-
gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover.
In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall
also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. fi. of slope area. Trees and
shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting
required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the
developer prior to occupancy.
8. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering .~/_~/
sidewalks. (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Foothill
Boulevard.
9. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on ~ /
the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, ~ /
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
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11. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and __/ !
approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural
growth characteristics of the selected tree species.
12. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of / /
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19,16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
H. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this / !
approval. Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and
shall require separate application end approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of
any signs.
2. A Uniform Sign Program for this development shall be submitted for City Planner review and / !
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
I. Other Agencies
1, The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and ! /
location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
J. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following: ! !
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
c. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and
size of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number (i.e., TT #, CUP #, DR #, etc.) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report. ! !
Amhitect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls. ! !
4, Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation / /
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
K, Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be /__~
marked with the project file number (DR 00-18). The applicant shall comply with the latest
adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National
Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes, ordinances,
and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the Building and
Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
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2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential dwelling unit(s) or major addition to ___/ /
existing unit(s), the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees
may include, but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,
Transportation Development Fee, Permit and Plan Checking Fees, and School Fees.
Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division
prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation
and prior to issuance of building permits. /---J
4. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public
counter). / /___
L. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the Uniform Building Code for the property line clearances ~ /
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions. ~ /
3. Roofing materials shall be Class "A."
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4. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with UBC Table 5-A. ___/ /
5. Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with UBC Section 906.
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6. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed./.___/
M. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City _._/ /
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work. / /
3. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits. _~ /..
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
N. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Rights-of-way and easements shall be dedicated to the City for all interior public streets,
community trails, public paseos, public landscape areas, street trees, traffic signal
encroachment and maintenance, and public drainage facilities as shown on the plans and/or
tentative map. Private easements for non-public facilities (cross-lot drainage, local feeder
trails, etc.) shall be reserved as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
2.Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets (measured
from street centerline):
65-78 total feet on Foothill Boulevard. ~ /.__
66-80 total feet on Milliken Avenue. /.__/
33 total feet on Millennium Court. /..._j
3. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards. / /
4. Vehicular access rights shall be dedicated to the City for the following streets, except for
approved openings: Foothill Boulevard and Milliken Avenue.
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5. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or ___/ /.~
by deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building
permits, where no map is involved.
6. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated _._/ /
or noted on the final map.
7. A maintenance agreement shall also be granted from each lot to the adjacent lot through the ./ I
CC&Rs.
8. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on / /
the final map.
9. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall ! !
be dedicated to the City.
O. Street Improvements
1. All public improvements (interior streets, drainage facilities, community trails, paseos, i /
landscaped areas, etc.) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City
Standards. Interior street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, curb and gutter,
AC pavement, drive approaches, sidewalks, street lights, and street trees.
2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to: ! /
Curb & A.C. Side- Drive Str~t Street Comm Median Bike Other
Gutter Pvmt walk Appr, Lights Trail
Street Name Trees Trail Island
Foothill Boulevard x x c e x x f
Milliken Avenue x x c e x x x f
Millennium Court x x x x x x f
Notes: (al Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (bi Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilineer per Standard 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be
provided for this item. (el Driveway right-turn lane per Standard 119. (fi Post R26 or R26(s)
signs as required by the City Engineer.
3. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety / /
lights on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered
Civil Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security
shall be posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and the City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street
improvements, prior to final map approval or the issuance of building permits,
whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being per/ormed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a / /
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
c. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit, / I
and interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or ! !
reconstruction project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future
traffic signals and interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the
street at 3 feet outside of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City
Engineer.
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Notes:
(1)Pull boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets, a maximum
of 200 feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
(2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (along streets) galvanized
steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City .~/ !
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with / /
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are reqbired. A
cash deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving, which shall be
refunded upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall /__/
be installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan
check. /*~/
4. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in /_.__/
accordance with the City's street tree program.
5. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with ___/ /
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required.
6. A permit shall be obtained from Caltrans for any work within the following right-of-way: Foothill
Boulevard. /
Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards
shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or
issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways,
medians, paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape
Maintenance District: Milliken Avenue Median.
2. Public landscape areas are required to incorporate substantial areas (40%) of mortared i._~/
cobble or other acceptable non-irrigated surfaces.
3. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting ___/ !
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
4. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City. ! !
5. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective __.../ /_~
Beautification Master Plan Milliken Avenue and Foothill Boulevard Design Supplement.
Q, Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water, / /
gas, electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required,
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary. /._._j
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the ___/ !
Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and
the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bemardino. A letter of
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compliance from the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,
whichever occurs first. Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days
prior to final map approval in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the
case of all other residential projects.
R. General Requirements and Approvals
1. An easement for a joint use driveway shall be provided prior to final map approval or issuance /.~_/
of building permits, whichever occurs first, for.' all shaded drive approaches.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City, covering the estimated operating costs for ___/__/
all new street lights for the first six months of operation, prior to final map approval or prior to
building permit issuance if no map is involved.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT
(909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
S. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Meilo Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project. The __j !
developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced,
participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a
fire station to serve the development. The CFD shall be formed by the District and the
developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs.
2. 2,000 gallons per minute, Per '97 UFC Appendix Ill-A, 5, (b) (Table). ___/ !
a. A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire departmen~ ___/ /
personnel prior to water plan approval.
b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants shal ___/ /
be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel aftel
construction and prior to occupancy.
3. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, i i
flushed, and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e.,
lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department
personnel.
4. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required / /
hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6-inch
riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet
this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and
model numbers.
5. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for ail hydrants and installed prior to
final inspection. /__j
6. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
a. Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. L_._/
7. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
a. All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 32. .__J I
8. All trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14 feet, __/ /
6 inches from the ground up, so as not to impede fire apparatus.
9. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of pumhase shall .__/ !
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
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10. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows: /----/
a. $677 for New Commercial and Industrial Development (per new building).**
**Note: Separate plan check fees for Tenant Improvement work, fire protection systems
(sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon
submittal of plans.
11. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997 UBC, /_~/
UFC, UPC, UMC, and RCFD Standards 32 and 15 and 1996 NEC.
NOTE: A SEPARATE GRADING PLAN CHECK SUBMI']-rAL IS REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS WHERE
IMPROVEMENTS BEING PROPOSED WILL GENERATE 50 CUBIC YARDS OR MORE
OF COMBINED CUT AND FILL. THE GRADING PLAN SHALL BE PREPARED
STAMPED AND SIGNED BY A CALIFORNIA REGISTERED CIVIL ENGINEER.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
T. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power. /.__/
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,
with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the
entire development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
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Security Hardware
1. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal ~ /.__
gates, or alarmed.
V. Windows
1. Store front windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic.
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2. Security glazing is recommended on store front windows to resist window smashes and ~ /
impede entry to burglars.
W. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility. -__/ /
2. All developments shall submit a 8 Y2" x 11" sheet with the numbering pattern of all multi-tenant
developments to the Police Department. / L
X. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and /_._/
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in
turn save dollars and Jives.
2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriff's dispatch number: (909)
941-1488.
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