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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-04-26 - Minutes - HPC-PC Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission Agenda April 26, 2023 FINAL MINUTES Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 7:00 p.m. The regular meeting of the Historic Presentation Commission and Planning Commission was held on April 26, 2023. The meeting was called to order by Chair Dopp at 7:00 p.m. A. Roll Call Planning Commission present: Chair Dopp, Vice Chair Morales, Commissioner Williams, Commissioner Boling, and Commissioner Daniels. Staff Present: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; Matt Marquez, Director of Planning and Economic Development; Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning; Brian Sandona, Senior Civil Engineer; Sean McPherson, Acting Principal Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant. B. Public Communications Vice Chair Dopp opened the public communications and seeing no one, closed public communications. C. Consent Calendar C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of April 12, 2023. Motion to adopt Meeting Minutes as presented by Commissioner Boling; second by Commissioner Williams; unanimous 5-0 vote. D. Public Hearing D1. DESIGN REVIEW - LEAP DEVELOPMENT, LLC – A request for a site plan and architectural review of a multi-family development comprising 160 residential units and one (1) live-work unit with 745 square feet of commercial lease area along with a related Variance for a reduction in the required non-residential land use mix for a site on 4.46 acres of land at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue in the Corridor 1 (CO1) Zone. APN: 0207-211-43 and -44. (Design Review DRC2022-00189 and Variance DRC2023-00022.) Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, presented Commissioners with a Staff Report and presentation (copy on file). Chair Dopp opened Public Hearing. Mike Pallmann, Applicant, was present and available to answer questions. HPC/PC MINUTES – April 26, 2023 Page 2 of 4 FINAL Barbara Bannowsky, Resident, expressed concern of congestion due to apartment buildings being built (she noted two large apartment developments along the 10 freeway). She mentioned there was supposed to be a report on traffic flow in the area, but never received. She also noted that she would prefer these units be for sale rather than for rent, to allow individuals to make an investment in the city. Chair Dopp hearing no other comments closed Public Hearing. Commissioner Morales asked staff to explain the General Plan corridors and how everything is planned out and designed for future development for the next 10-20 years and the concept behind it. He also asked to briefly explain the traffic flow. Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning, explained how the General Plan was developed to meet state housing requirements by redeveloping key corridors with a mix of residential and commercial uses in a more walkable environment to provide housing options and maintain single family development in other areas of the city. She requested the Applicant talk about the traffic issue. Mike Pallmann, Applicant, explained an extensive study was performed and it indicated no modifications to any traffic control equipment for the next 20 years at either Foothill or Vineyard will be necessary. Commissioner Morales asked was the site enhanced for the neighborhood around to fit in. Also, he asked if the neighbors will be able to use the walkway to access the trails. Mike Pallmann replied yes. Commissioner Boling stated for the record, the apartment complexes along the 10 freeway at Vineyard and the other complex on Archibald, are located in the City of Ontario. Commissioner Boling asked that if the development were the rentals or for sale townhomes would the traffic analysis change? Jennifer Nakamura answered no, assuming the product is identical, it would be the same. Commissioner Boling commented on the architectural elements and diversity of materials used. He said it’s a very well thought out project. He especially likes the connection to existing trail providing residents of the project access to walking and biking, contributing to the Healthy RC programs. He encourages the Applicant to work with County Flood Control to look at ways to minimize dirt and debris runoff onto the trail. Commissioner Daniels asked on the size of apartments, if wanted to do a conversion in the next few years, are there minimum or maximum sizes on the condominiums. Jennifer Nakamura replied yes a condominium conversion is possible but does not recall there being a size limitation or restrictions. City Attorney Nick Ghirelli concurred that there is no unit size restrictions. Commissioner Daniels concurs with fellow Commissioners. Added that the color, design, and articulation are very good. He asked how the tandem parking will be handled. Expressed could be problematic. Mike Pallmann answered that the garage doors will have windows, which would allow property management to make sure residents utilize the garage for parking. Jennifer Nakamura mentioned that in Planning Condition #3, it requires a parking management plan for the Planning and Economic Development Director to approve and review. If problems arise, staff can work with the property owners to take care of those issues. HPC/PC MINUTES – April 26, 2023 Page 3 of 4 FINAL Vice Chair Morales mentioned that when we updated the General Plan, one of the factors we had to consider is state housing laws. During the General Plan outreach process the public stated they wanted more housing along the corridors in a walkable community. He said that is why this project site was zoned for higher- density . He mentioned positive comments on the project. Jennifer Nakamura stated that this property was zoned mixed-use for several years even prior to the new General Plan. Commissioner Williams expressed it’s been a long time coming. Added it’s a wonderful corner. People who live there will have access to walk and ride bikes. She is hoping people will be enthusiastic and embrace the walkability, bringing customers to the four corners. Chair Dopp Closed Public Hearing. Motion to adopt Resolution 23-09, Design Review DRC2022-00189 and Resolution 23-10, Variance DRC2023-00022 by Commissioner Boling; second by Commissioner Daniels. Motion carried unanimously 5-0 vote. D2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP – FLATIRON DEVELOPMENT GROUP – A request to subdivide a 3.59- acre project site into two (2) parcels, related to the previous approval of a 72-bed residential care facility (Design Review DRC2017-01011) within the Medium (M) Zone at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Banyan Street; APN: 0201-821-51. This project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15315 – Minor Land Divisions. (Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM20034-1.) Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, presented Commissioners with a Staff Report and presentation (copy on file). Chair Dopp opened Public Hearing. Doug Pancake, Applicant, was available to answer questions from the Commissioners. Chair Dopp closed Public Hearing. Commissioner Daniels commented that staff did a very good job. A lot of information. Tabe van der Zwaag added that once the project is complete, the church will retain ownership of their parking lot. Commissioner Boling concurred with his fellow Commissioner and said we are only addressing tentative parcel map and having the project information provided at this level of detail, it was helpful but probably more than what was needed but thanked staff for it. Motion to adopt Resolution 23-08, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM20034-01 by Commissioner Daniels; second by Commissioner Boling. Motion carried unanimously 5-0 vote. E. General Business E1. Presentation on the Public Art Strategic Plan. HPC/PC MINUTES – April 26, 2023 Page 4 of 4 FINAL Katie Bailey, Management Analyst, provided an update of the Public Art Strategic Plan. Commissioners asked questions, expressed their thanks to staff on the completion of such an important project. Planning Commission received and filed the report. F.Director Announcements Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning, announced the following: •There will be a meeting on May 10th. No Public Hearing items will be considered. Matt Marquez, Director of Planning and Economic Development, updated the Commissioners with the following information: •Reaching out and speaking with the brokerage community and local businesses. Wanting to start building relationships. •ICSC is around the corner. Wrapping up prep work. Currently have 11 meetings scheduled and probably will get more walking through the convention center. Date: May 21-23. •Focusing on the “Opportunities Sites Booklet”. Laying out as much information as possible, not only who we are as a city but what our big ideas are. Talking about the region and how powerful it is. Getting into the people and the amenities here as a community. Once booklet is finalized, a copy will be provided. •Upon return from ICSC, an update will be provided with progress and contacts made. G.Commission Announcements - None H.Adjournment Motion by Commissioner Boling, second by Commissioner Williams to adjourn the meeting. Hearing no objections, Chair Dopp adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ________________________ Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant Planning and Economic Development Department Approved: HPC/PC Meeting May 24, 2023.