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Home My WebLink About2025-064 - Resolution RESOLUTION NO. 2025-064 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DENYING THE APPEAL AND UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S APPROVAL OF DESIGN REVIEW DRC2024-00174 - A REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN AND DESIGN REVIEW OF 8 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES ON 4.78 ACRES OF LAND ON A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED TRACT MAP (TRACT 14644) AT THE TERMINUS OF CAMELLIA COURT IN THE VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL (VL) ZONE AND THE EQUESTRIAN OVERLAY; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF—APN: 1061-381-24 THRU 31 A. Recitals. 1. Studio Roca filed an application for the issuance of Design Review DRC2024- 00174, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Design Review request is referred to as "the application." 2. On May 14, 2025, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopted Resolution No. 25-014 approving the application and making findings in support of its decision. 3. On May 22, 2025, the City received a timely appeal of the Planning Commission's decision approving the application. 4. On August 20, 2025, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga opened a duly noticed public hearing on the appeal, conducted the public hearing, concluded the hearing on that date, and adopted this Resolution denying the appeal and upholding the Planning Commission's approval of the application and making findings in support thereof. 5. 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 City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This City Council 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 all available evidence in the record and presented to the City Council during the above-referenced public hearing on August 20, 2025, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, the City Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The 4.78-acre project site is located at the terminus of Camellia Court, east of Beryl Street; and b. The irregularly shaped site measures approximately 350 feet from east to west and 700 feet from north to south. The site slopes from north to south,with elevations ranging from 2,179 feet at the northeast corner to 2,130 feet at the southwest corner, reflecting a grade change of approximately 49 feet; and Resolution No. 2025-064— Page 1 of 5 c. The subject design review is related to Tentative Tract Map 14644, which was approved by the Planning Commission on September 12, 1990 (Planning Commission Resolution of Approval 90-114), authorizing the subdivision of the 4.78-acre site into eight single- family residential lots. The Final Map was subsequently approved by the City Council on June 3, 1992 (City Council Resolution of Approval 92-171). The current application pertains solely to the design and construction of the proposed residences. No changes to the previously approved tentative map are proposed; and d. The existing Land Use, General Plan, and Zoning Designations for the project site and adjacent properties are as follows: Land Use General Plan Zoning Site Vacant Land Semi-rural Neighborhood Very Low (VL) North Single-Family Semi-rural Neighborhood Very Low (VL) Residences South Open Space General Open Space and Facilities FC/UC Flood Control/Utility Corridor • East Open Space General Open Space and Facilities FC/UC Flood Control/Utility Corridor •West Single-Family Semi-rural Neighborhood Very Low (VL) Residences e. Approval is for the design review and site layout of 8 single-family residences; and f. The project complies with each of the development standards for the Very Low (VL) Conventional Zone and Hillside Overlay as shown in the following table: COMPLIANCE TABLE Development Required Proposed Complies Standard Density 2 DU/AC 1.67 DU/AC YES Front Setback 42 Feet 37 —45 Feet YES Plus or Minus 5 Feet Side Yard Setback 10/15 Feet 10 Feet/Greater Than 15 Feet YES • • Rear Yard 60 Feet 60 Feet or Greater ' YES Building Height 30 Feet Max Less Than 30 Feet YES Lot Coverage 25 Percent 20.9 to 24.4 Percent YES Resolution No. 2025-064— Page 2 of 5 3. Based upon all available evidence in the record and presented to the City Council during the above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs 1 and 2 above, the City Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan, which designates the project site as Semi-Rural Neighborhood. This designation permits the development of single- family residences at a maximum density of up to six units per acre. The project proposes eight single-family residences, resulting in a density of 1.67 units per acre, which is well within the allowable density range; and b. The proposed use is in alignment with the objectives of the Development Code and the purposes of the zoning district in which the site is located. The project site is situated within the Very Low (VL) Residential District and the Hillside Overlay. The Very Low Residential District is intended for single-family residences at a maximum density of two dwelling units per acre. The proposed project, with a density of 1.67 dwelling units per acre, complies with the zoning district requirements and supports the district's objectives; and c. The proposed use complies with all applicable provisions of the Development Code. Located within the Very Low (VL) Residential District and the Hillside Overlay, the project adheres to the relevant development standards outlined in the code. All requirements, including those related to setbacks, lot sizes, and design standards, have been met; and d. The City Council has considered all issues raised in the appeal, including concerns related to neighborhood compatibility, environmental effects, public safety, drainage, infrastructure, and quality of life. Based on staffs analysis and the evidence presented, the City Council finds that the proposed project, together with the conditions of approval, will not be detrimental to public health, safety, or welfare, nor will it be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. The project qualifies for a CEQA Section 15332 Class 32 infill exemption, and the record demonstrates that it will not result in significant environmental impacts.. 4. The Planning Department Staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines. The project qualifies for a Class 32 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 — Infll Development Projects, as it involves the construction of eight single-family residences on a 4.78-acre site. The Class 32 exemption applies to infill developments on sites less than five acres in size that are consistent with the applicable general plan and zoning, and which would not result in significant impacts related to traffic, noise, air quality, or water. To support this determination, a CEQA Section 15332 exemption report was prepared by CSG Consultants, Inc. in April 2025, an environmental consulting firm retained by the City (refer to Exhibit D — CEQA Section 15332 Infill Exemption). Staff reviewed the exemption documentation and concluded that the proposed project would not result in significant environmental impacts, including those related to biological resources, traffic, noise, and air quality. The City Council has reviewed the Planning Department's determination of exemption, and based on its own independent judgment, concurs with staffs determination of exemption. Resolution No. 2025-064— Page 3 of 5 5. Based upon the findings, evidence, and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, the City Council hereby denies the appeal (DRC2025-00130) and upholds the Planning Commission's decision to approve Design Review DRC2024-00174 subject to each and every condition set forth in the Conditions of Approval attached to Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-014. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. Resolution No. 2025-064— Page 4 of 5 PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 20'h day of August, 2025. L nis Michael, M or ATTEST: Sevy, 9f y Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) ss CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ) I, Kim Sevy, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a Regular Meeting of said Council held on the 20'h day of August, 2025. AYES: Hutchison, Kennedy, Michael, Scott, Stickler NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None Executed this 21st day of August, 2025, at Rancho Cucamonga, California. Kim S y, Ci Clerk Resolution No. 2025-064— Page 5 of 5