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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-10-23 - Minutes HPC-PCHPC/PC MINUTES – October 23, 2024 Page 1 of 4 Final Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission Agenda October 23, 2024 Final Minutes Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 7:00 p.m. The regular Joint meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission was held on October 23, 2024. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Morales at 7:00 p.m. A. Roll Call Planning Commission present: Chairman Morales, Vice Chairman Boling, Commissioner Dopp, Commissioner Daniels and Commissioner Diaz. Staff Present: Serita Young, Assistant City Attorney; Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Sean McPherson, Principal Planner; Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant. B. Public Communications Chairman Morales opened the public communications. No comments from the public, Chairman Morales closed the public communications. C. Consent Calendar C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2024. Motion: Moved by Commissioner Diaz; seconded by Vice Chairman Boling. Motion carried 5-0 approved the minutes as presented. D. Public Hearings D1. TIME EXTENSION – ISLAND VIEW VENTURES, LLC Associate Planner Tabe van der Zwaag presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He mentioned a revised version of the Resolution has been placed on the dais to reflect the new approval end date of January 18, 2027. Commissioner Daniels asked staff if any comments relating to the notices have been received. Associate Planner Tabe van der Zwaag responded no. Chairman Morales opened the public hearing. HPC/PC MINUTES – October 23, 2024 Page 2 of 4 Final Applicant Warmoth was in attendance and available to answer questions. No comments from the public, Chairman Morales closed the public hearing. Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura recommended to change the date in section Recital Item A.4. of Resolution 2024-032, from November 9th, 2024, to January 18, 2025, expiration date. Motion: Moved by Vice Chairman Boling; seconded by Commissioner Diaz to adopt Resolution 2024-032, Time Extension DRC2024-00325 as amended. Motion carried 5-0. D2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW – SC RANCHO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Associate Planner Tabe van der Zwaag presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He mentioned a revised version of the Conditions of Approval has been placed on the dais reflecting the changes requested by the Applicant as follows: • Planning Condition No. 12 - Parking space requirement that is in line with the development code there are slightly different requirements in the specific plan, and both are head in parking and parallel spots along the street, and it was decided to eliminate that condition. • Engineering Condition No. 2 - Stating the Development Impact would be subject to current fee schedules and added was the Development Agreement Amendment Ordinance 888 approved on June 1, 2016. Vice Chairman Boling asked about the change to the Engineering Condition of Approval regarding the Development Impact Fees, were certain fees fixed as of the date of the Development Agreement. Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura explained the Development Agreement outlined several fees that were in place during a cost perspective but not necessarily every Development Impact Fee that exists. She said outlined in the Development Agreement that there are specific fees, those fees will take precedent over any current fees. Chairman Morales opened the public hearing. Applicant Cendejas was present to answer any questions, along with his design team. Commissioner Dopp expressed concern for residents wanting to use their garages and homes in the event they close the bypass road for any reason. Applicant Cendejas stated it has not been looked at and it is something they would have to discuss with HOA. He said that residents do have access to the alley via Woonerf. Commissioner Dopp mentioned if residents need access to their homes using that road, it could create problems. He suggested to make it clear to residents it is something that could happen. Vice Chairman Boling expressed his excitement for this project being the first of its kind for the city. He said there could be logistical issues, major events could have an impact on neighbors, and he hopes there would be enough cooperation and communication ahead of time for those residents that live along Woonerf. He said there is a potential for a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) for larger events. Associate Planner Tabe van der Zwaag stated depending on the event a TUP might be required. HPC/PC MINUTES – October 23, 2024 Page 3 of 4 Final Vice Chairman Boling stated that Woonerf would be a neighborhood gathering place and it lends itself as a place for Public Art. He asked if there are any ideas or concepts for Public Art. Applicant Cendejas replied not at this point. Vice Chairman Boling suggested they may want to incorporate Public Art into Woonerf. Landscape Architect Murphy explained that the Woonerf would control traffic flow, streets would not be closed and it would not prohibit any access to homes. He is certain residents will be notified so they could be ready for a small event. Commissioner Dopp clarified that their plan is to not close the Woonerf and asked where are the Bollards. Landscape Architect Murphy explained that the Bollards are lining the side. He said they are removable and could provide a barrier for an organized notified event so the residents would always have access to their garages. No comments from the public, Chairman Morales closed the public hearing. Commissioner Dopp stated he shares with Commissioner Boling some trepidation but also excitement for a new architectural element to the city. He said the idea sells itself to some extent. It adheres to some of the principals we are willing to look in terms of strategies to get people out into the community more. He said he is not sure if we need to make it clear in the Conditions if the Woonerf must be always open. Maybe it can be sorted out after comments. He said the only comment he has is the architectural style and suggested that maybe the brick work can go up because it is plain when getting to the garage, it would make it more attractive beyond the first story. Commissioner Daniels mentioned it is nice to have a project that does not have a lot of waivers or exceptions and they are following the requirements we set forth in the Specific Plan. He expressed how he likes the architecture, style, colors and materials. He is also excited about the Woonerf and said it is too bad we do not have more streets like this. He said the open space adds a nice balance to the 99 units proposed. Commissioner Diaz expressed her excitement about Rancho Cucamonga’s inaugural. She said it is going to be great and she cannot wait to see how it turns out. Vice Chairman Boling stated we heard the excitement of something new and different. He said hopefully this becomes the shining example to other developers to install similar features in projects that get people out of their homes to meet and converse with neighbors which is a big asset to this project. He appreciates the varied architectural styles presented. They not only complement each other but also complement the other architectural styles in the adjacent planned areas within the resort. He expressed overall it is a good project. Chairman Morales stated he liked the Woonerf too. He mentioned his experience with HOA this year in his neighborhood they hosted for the first time a 4th of July BBQ, and they do not have a Woonerf, but they do have a cul-de-sac that has 5 houses on it. He said the community members really liked it, and they received a lot of positive feedback. He said it will work out well with HOA and it is a big positive for him. HPC/PC MINUTES – October 23, 2024 Page 4 of 4 Final Motion: Moved by Commissioner Daniels; seconded by Vice Chairman Boling to adopt Resolution 2024-031, Design Review DRC2023-00406. Motion carried 5-0. With the revised modification to the Conditions of Approval as discussed. E.Director Announcements Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura announced there are a few tentative items scheduled for the next meeting. F.Commission Announcements Commissioner Daniels mentioned when there are revisions to documents, he requested the red- line version to see the changes. G.Adjournment Motion: Moved by Vice Chairman Boling, seconded by Commissioner Dopp to adjoin the meeting. Hearing no objections, Chairman Morales adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant Planning and Economic Development Department Approved: HPC/PC November 13, 2024 meeting.