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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-135 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 00-135 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 00-04, A REQUEST TO AMEND VARIOUS RESIDENTIAL SECTIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT CODE PERTAINING TO ROOFING MATERIALS, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga filed an application for Development Code Amendment No. 00-04, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Code Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On the 13th day of December 2000, the Planning 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 December 13, 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 within the City; and b. The proposed amendment will not have a significant impact on the environment. 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. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development, within the district, in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and b. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Development Code; 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 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 00-135 DCA 00-04 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA December 13, 2000 Page 2 d. The subject application is consistent with the objectives the Development Code; and e. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan. 4. This Commission hereby finds that the project has been prepared and reviewed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, and further, specifically finds that based upon substantial evidence, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed amendment will have a significant effect on the environment and, therefore, the proposed amendment is exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby recommends approval of Development Code Amendment No. 00-04 by the adoption of the attached City Council Ordinance. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2000. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: C arty T. cl iel, Chairman ATTEST: Brad�dl , Secret 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 13th day of December 2000, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 00-04, AMENDING VARIOUS RESIDENTIAL SECTIONS OF THE DEVELOPMENT CODE PERTAINING TO ROOFING MATERIALS,AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga filed an application for Development Code Amendment No. 00-04, as described in the title of this Ordinance. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Code Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On December 13, 2000 the Planning Commission, after conducting a duly noticed public hearing and concluding said hearing on that date, adopted Resolution No. 00-135, recommending approval of said application to the City Council. 3. On the _ day of _ 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date. 4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does ordain 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. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during 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 application applies to property located within the City; and b. The proposed amendment will not have a significant impact on the environment. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development, within the district, in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and b. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Development Code; 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 CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DCA 00-04 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Page 2 d. The subject application is consistent with the objectives the Development Code; and e. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan. 4. This Council herebyfinds that the project has been prepared and reviewed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970,as amended,and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder,and further, specifically finds that based upon substantial evidence, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed amendment will have a significant effect on the environment and, therefore, the proposed amendment is exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby approves Development Code Amendment No. 00-04 by the adoption of the attached Exhibit"A." 6. The Secretary to this Council shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.08.040 P. Zero Lot Line. The dwelling unit may be placed on one interior side property line with a zero setback,and the dwelling unit setback on the other interior side property line shall be a minimum of 10 feet,excluding the connecting elements such as fences,walls, and trellises. Pools,decks, garden features, and other similar elements shall be permitted within the 10 foot setback area, provided, however, no structure, with the exception of fences or walls, shall be placed within easements required below. Where adjacent Zero Lot Line dwellings are not constructed against a common lot line, the builder or developer must provide for a perpetual wall maintenance easement of five feet in width along the adjacent lot and parallel with such wall. Q. Property Maintenance. Property owners are responsible for the continuous maintenance of all buildings, structures, yards, landscaping, signs, parking areas, recreational facilities, and other improvements in a manner which does not detract from the appearance of the surrounding area. In addition, multiple family residential developments subject to the Development/Design Review process shall maintain site improvements in compliance with all applicable conditions of approval imposed by the Planning Commission. R. Amenities. To enhance the quality of life for multi-family development,additional amenities shall be required as follows: 1. Storage Space. Each unit shall be provided with a minimum of 125 cubic feet of exterior lockable storage space. The storage space shall be located outside of the dwelling at grade or floor level and easily accessible by the residents. The design of the exterior storage space shall be architecturally integrated and/or compatible to the dwellings. The individual storage space units can be located within the fully enclosed garages designated for that dwelling unit. 2. Laundry Facility. Each unit shall be provided with a hook-up for washing machine and clothes dryer in the interior of the dwelling; or common laundry facilities shall be provided and be equipped with washing machines and clothes dryers at a rate of one washing machine and clothes dryer per five units. Common laundry facilities should be conveniently located for all residents within the complex. Common laundry facilities can be within freestanding buildings, attached to dwelling units, or within the recreation room. The design of the common laundry facilities shall be architecturally compatible to the dwellings. S. Roofing Materials. All new development within residential districts shall have roofing material made of tile, or the imitation thereof, but not including composition shingles. Other roofing materials such as metal, slate, or the imitation thereof, but not including composition shingles, may be approved by the Design Review Committee, if it is determined by the Design Review Committee that the roof material enhances the building design. Roofing materials for additions and accessory structures shall be governed by Section 17.08.0601f, Special Development Criteria. Section 17.08.050 -Absolute Policies The Absolute Policies are intended to address the most critical issues associated with residential development. These include assuring neighborhood compatibility, compliance with adopted plans, adequacy of public facilities and services, and protection of the environment and public health. Each project must satisfy all absolute policies before approval can be granted. These policies are used in evaluation of a residential project as described in Section 17.06.030 of this Title. 17.08-26 7/00 Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.08.060 e. Front yard and corner side yard. No accessory structure or addition shall occupy any portion of a required front yard or corner side yard. B. Patio enclosures. Where required in Tables 17.08.040-B and C, private open space shall maintain a minimum dimension of 12 feet for ground floor units, and 6 feet for upper story units. C. Proiections into Yards. 1. Eaves, roof projections, awnings, and similar architectural features may project into required yards a maximum distance of 3 feet, provided such appendages are supported only at, or behind, the building setback line. 2. Replacement chimneys,baywindows,balconies,fire escapes,exterior stairs and landings, and similar architectural features may project into required yards a maximum distance of 2 feet, provided such features shall be at least 3 feet from a property line. 3. Decks, platforms, uncovered porches, and landing places which do not exceed a height of 48 inches above grade, may project into any front or corner side yard a maximum distance of 6 feet and project into any rear or interior side yard up to the property line. D. Projections Above Height Limits. Flues, chimneys, elevators or other mechanical equipment, television antennas, spires or belltowers,or similar architectural, utility, or mechanical features, may not exceed the height limits in Tables 17.08.040-B and C more than 15 feet, except as provided for in Section 17.08.060-I, Antennas. E. RoofinoMaterials. All accessory structures,including,but not limited to,second dwelling units, guest houses, carports, detached or attached garages, and additions to main houses shall have roofing material made of tile, slate, or imitation thereof, but not including composition shingles. Detached accessory structures with roof cover that exceeds 120 square feet in area and/or are subject to public view from streets or from adjacent land uses,shall have roofing material made of tile,slate,orthe imitation thereof, but not including composition singles. The pitch of the roof for additions and accessory structures shall be designed to accommodate roof materials made of tile, slate, or an imitation thereof. Where the roof material for the main house consists of wood or composition shingles; additions to the main house, attached or detached accessory structures,and re-roofing can include the same material. Detached accessory structures with roof co ver such as patio covers,cabanas, etc., that do not exceed 120 square feet in area and/orare not subject to public view from streets or from adjacent land uses may use otherroof materials as approved by the City Planner. When such circumstances allow the use of composition shingles, it shall be of architectural dimension style to create a shadow. The burden of proof for detached accessory structures not subject to public view is on the applicant, which shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval. Accessory structures for equestrian or agricultural uses such as barns for keeping of horses or storing of agricultural equipment, may include other roof materials(metal) as approved by City Planner. F. Equestrian Trails. All new residential development within the Equestrian/Rural area designated by the General Plan shall require local feeder trail easements for equestrian purposes,to provide access to the rear of all lots. All non-residential development within the Equestrian/Rural area shall require local feeder trail easements for equestrian purposes where it is determined by the 17.08-33 6/99 Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.08.090 e. Spacing for right-of-way widths,street sections, street radii,and intersections are to conform to the Street Design Policy available from the Engineering Division. f. Corner lots are to be wider than interior lots. g. Relate lots and streets to one another to create neighborhoods. h. Relate development to adjacent development relative to street design and lot pattern. i. Avoid long flag lots, key lots, and lots which side on to the rear of other lots. j. If the tract is bordered or surrounded by undeveloped land, prepare a conceptual subdivision plan forthose properties to indicate that logical circulation and drainage can occur. k. Avoid double-frontage lots on interior streets. I. Four-way intersections are generally preferred over offset"T' type on collector or larger streets. M. Avoid four-way, local-to-local intersections. n. Intersections, including knuckles, are to be perpendicular(radial on curves). o. The maximum length for cul-de-sacs is 600 feet for single-family and 300 feet for multi-family developments. p. Local streets are to be a minimum of 150 feet apart. q. Align intersections with existing streets or provide adequate spacing between intersections. r. Only use private streets where through traffic is not necessary and where the private street is gated. S. For private,gated entrances,provide adequate turn-around space in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking into the public right- of-way. D. Building Design. 1. Design Theme. A recognizable design theme shall be established which is compatible with surrounding planned or existing developments and should be based upon prominent design features in the immediate area(e.g.,trees, landforms, historic landmarks). Subtle variations are encouraged which provide visual interest but do not create abrupt changes causing discord in the overall character of the immediate neighborhood. It is not intended that one style of architecture should be dominant butthat individual structures shall create and enhance a high quality and harmonious community appearance. 2. Architecture. The architecture should consider compatibility with surrounding character, including harmonious building style, form, size, color, material, and roof line. Individual dwelling units should be distinguishable from one another and have separate entrances. 17.08-53 6/99 Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.08.090 Shadow patterns created by architectural elements such as overhangs, projection or recession of stories, balconies, reveals, and awnings contribute to a building's character while aiding in climate control. Further, changes in the roof level or planes provide architectural interest. In particular, Low-Medium and multi-family residential development should be designed with upgraded architecture through increased delineation of surface treatment and architectural details. The architectural concept should also complement the grading and topography of the site. The City of Rancho Cucamonga seeks well thought out design solutions which reflect the best of a particular style, respect the community's heritage, and relate well to their surroundings. The following guidelines should be considered: a. Provide architectural treatment to all elevations (i.e., 360-degree architecture). b. If the front of a house is sided, then provide siding to the other sides of the house. C. Consider compatibility with surrounding architectural character, including harmonious building style, form, height, size, color, material, and roof line. d. Develop individual expressions within single buildings in harmony with the neighborhood. Refrain from architectural gimmicks that sacrifice the integrity of the streetscape to a single structure. e. Roof lines are critical to the visual impact of a home. Provide roof lines which respond to the general design of other roofs along the street. f. Vary roof massing and/or heights on larger buildings. g. Upgrade design treatment of carport structures to reflect the architectural design of the dwelling units. h. Enhance architectural elements exposed to public view. i. Vary roof designs along rear elevations of units backing up to perimeter streets to provide a pleasant and varied streetscape. j. Coordinate exterior building design on all elevations from building-to-building to achieve the same level of design quality. k. On small lot subdivisions, avoid diverse architectural styles. Keep the design statement, materials, and details consistent. The use of mixed, incompatible architectural styles is strongly discouraged. For example, a Cape Cod style is incompatible with a Spanish style. I. Choose colors consistent with the chosen design theme. Avoid "trendy" colors which become quickly outdated. Low-key and earth-tone colors work best for primary colors; use of more vibrant colors should be limited to accents. M. Provide lockable storage spaces for multiple family units. n. Use 2-car garages with bonus room on some floor plans or off setthe third car space to avoid garages which dominate the streetscape. For multi-family projects,garages should be architecturally designed to compliment the residences, consider varying the door treatment on multiple garage structures. 17.08-54 6/99 Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.08.090 o. One-story massing is preferred on corner side yards. p. Shadow patterns created by architectural elements such as overhangs, trellises, reveals and recesses, and awnings contribute to a building's character while aiding in climate control. q. Avoid identical or similar elevation schemes plotted on adjacent lots or across the street from one another. r. Avoid identical color schemes plotted on adjacent lots. S. Integrate screens for all roof-mounted equipment into the building design (i.e., extend parapet walls) rather than as an afterthought. t. Design roof line in conjunction with building mass for consistent composition. U. On hillsides, design the form, mass, and profile of buildings and architectural features so as to compliment the natural topography. V. Use native rock for fieldstone. Other forms of stone maybe manufactured products. W. Design chimney stacks with accent materials used on the house, such as brick or stone, except on interior chimneys. X. Use roofing material made of tile, slate, copper, or the imitation thereof, but not including composition shingles, that will upgrade the character and the visual quality of the structure. 3. Scale. The mass and scale of the building should be proportionate to the site, open spaces, street locations, and surrounding developments. Setbacks and overall heights should provide an element of openness and human scale. Multiple family product type (i.e., apartment, condominium, townhouse) is discouraged immediately adjacent to lower density single family areas. All attached projects adjacent to existing one-story single family developments shall be one story, unless the impact of two-story structures on the existing one-story neighborhood is fully mitigated with emphasis on privacy, views, and general compatibility. Buildings should emphasize horizontal as well as vertical appearance. This could be achieved by the use of projections or recessions of stories, balconies, windows and doors, and changes in roof levels and planes. In particular for multiple family product type, buildings over three stories should consider stepping back. 4. Materials and Colors. Colors,textures,and materials shall be coordinated to achieve total compatibility of design. The materials and colors chosen should complement the building character and enhance the visual quality. 5. Signing. Every building shall be designed with a precise concept for adequate signing. Provisions for sign placement,sign scale in relationship with building, and readability shall be considered in developing the signing concept. While providing the most effective signing,it shall also be highly compatible with the building and site design relative to color, material, and placement. 6. Equipment Screening. Any equipment, whether on the roof, side of building, or ground, shall be screened. The method of screening shall be architecturally compatible in terms 17.08-55 6/99