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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001/10/10 - Agenda PacketC~~.~, • • CITY OF RANCFIO CUCAMONGA ~ , ~- PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 10, 2001 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 III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 26, 2001 IV. CONSENT CALENDAR The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non- controversial They will be acted on by the Comm~ss~on at one bme wdhouf d~scuss~on I/ anyone has concern over any item, ~t should be removed for discussion A ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -The proposed protect is the development of approximately 7 miles of the Paafic Electric Inland Empire Trail, aClass Imulti-use bicycle, pedestrian, and separated equestrian trail located within the existing Pacific Electric Railroad nght-of-way, which varies m width from 80 feet to 100 feet, within the city limits of Rancho Cucamonga The protect also includes the acgwsition of the historic Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum, and the potential acgwsition or use of the historic Casa De Cucamonga, for use as a future transportation park-n-ride and trailhead The total area of development of the trail is approximately 85 acres. The total area of development associated with the use of the Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum, park-n-ride, or staging area for the Trail is approximately 4 acres, for a total of 89 acres of development Staff has prepared a Negatwe Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration (Continued from September 26, 2001) B TIME EXTENSION FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 99-04 -SAND D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, LTD - A time extension request for an approved development review fora 3-story, 34,850 square foot hotel and associated master planned development on 5 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7), located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets - APN 208-352-88 thru 91 Related files Conditional Use Permit 00- 38 (Chipotle) and Conditional Use Permit DRC2001-00203 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS The following items are public hearings in which concerned individuals may voice their opinion of the related pro/ect Please wait to be recogn¢ed by the Chairman and address the Commission by stating your name and address All such opinions shall be I~mrted to 5 minutes per individual for each pro/ect Please sign in afterspeaMng C MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 97-23 -TWINS - A request to allow service to patrons 18 years and older for an existing restaurant with sports bar and gall, including entertainment, dancing, amusement devices, and on site consumption of alcoholic beverages, in the Community Commercial District (Subarea 3), located at 10134 Foothill Boulevard -APN 1077-601-07 Related File Entertainment Permit 00-02 D ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT 00-02 -TWINS - A request to renew an entertainment permit to allow, D J music, danang, satellite television, occasional live entertainment, and amusement devises (pool tables, dart boards), and allow service to patrons less than 21 years of age in contunction with a bar and restaurant in the Communty Commercial District (Subarea 3), located at 10134 Foothill Boulevard -APN. 1077-601-07 Related file Conditional Use Permit 97-23 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 VIII. ADJOURNMENT The Planrnng Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an 11 00 p m ad/oumment time If items go beyond that time, they shall be heard only with the consent o/ the Commission • • • Page 2 ~J 1, Gad Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary of fhe City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 4, 2001, at least 72 hours poor fo the meeting per Government Code Section 54964 2 at 10500 Civic Center Dnve, Rancho Cucamonga Page 3 r .~ I Hillside ; 1- ~~~ Banyan t- 19th/210 Fwv Wilson Item A) Paeifie Eleetne. Inland Empire Trail Foothills Vicinity Map Planning Commission October 10, 2001 C and D -a c c ~ ~ U ~ j tU _ Y =_ Q -~ c~ w 4th City of Rancho Cucamonga ~ Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail * Clty Hall ~~ii~VVl N OCTOBER 10, 2001 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA INDEX ITEM NO ITEM TITLE PAGES Agenda 2 - 5 A Environmental Assessment for Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail 6 - 50 B Time Extension for Development Review 00-04 51 - 96 C - D Modification to Conditional Use Permit 97-23 Entertainment Permit 00-02 97 - 117 • T H E C I T V O F ANCHO IICAMONGA Staff Report DATE October 10, 2001 TO Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM Brad Buller, ASLA, City Planner BY Dan Coleman, Pnncipal Planner SUBJECT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -The proposed protect is the development of approximately 7 miles of the Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail, a Class Imulti-use bicycle, pedestnan, and separated equestnan trail located within the existing Pacific Electnc Railroad nght-of-way, which vanes in width from 80 feet to 100 feet, within the city limits of Rancho Cucamonga The protect also includes the acquisition of the histonc Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum, and the potential acquisition or use of the histonc Casa De Cucamonga, for use as a future transportation park-n-nde and trailhead The total area of development of the trail is approximately 85 acres The total area of development associated with the use of the Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum, park-n-nde, or staging area for the Trail is approximately 4 acres, for a total of 89 acres of development (Continued from September 26, 2001) PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION A Project The installation of amulti-purpose trail along an abandoned railroad comdor The proposed protect will include the following construction activities 1 Construct a Class I bike path from Grove Avenue to I-15 Freeway 2 Construct ahiking/equestnan trail from Cucamonga Creek to eastedy city limits 3 Install lighting 4 Install signs, mileage markers, and historic displays 5 Install landscaping and irrigation 6 Install historic signs and displays 7 Install trail amenities, including water fountains, benches, trash cans, etc 8 Install a hierarchy of street crossings, which may include stnping, warning signs, flashing beacons, traffic signals, or grade separations 9 Install trailhead facilities, including parking, restrooms, water fountains, benches, trash cans, etc 10 Reserve a 45-foot wide area for future rail service ITEM A PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL - CITY OF RC October 10, 2001 Page 2 B Surrounding Land Use and Zoning North - Various South - Vanous East - Vanous West - Vanous C General Plan Designations Protect Site - Class I Bicycle Path and Community Trail (hiking and riding) North - Vanous South - Vanous East - Vanous West - Vanous D Site Characteristics The Southern Pacific (former PaGfic Electhc Railway) comdor bisects the middle of the City of Rancho Cucamonga ingenerally aneast-west direction The rails have been removed and this abandoned comdor has become blighted and has caused law enforcement, weed abatement, and fire protection problems The comdor contains non-native and ruderal plant speaes The Casa de Cucamonga (a County Museum listed in the National Register of Historic Places) adjoins the south side of the comdor, east of Vineyard Avenue The historic Etiwanda Station adjoins the comdor's north side at Etiwanda Avenue ANALYSIS The protect will eliminate problems of blight, crime, and property damage associated with the current abandoned status of the railroad comdor Current burdens upon City enforcement services would be dramatically reduced and the overall appearance would be significantly improved Implementation of the protect will reduce traffic in the commurnty and region by providing for alternative forms of transportation, will establish an attractive recreational faality, link other bicycle, pedestrian, and equestrian trails in the City and the region, and provide a means of direct access to the City's largest planned park, nearby parks, schools, and shopping centers The project includes the potential acgwsition or lease of the Casa de Cucamonga and Etiwanda Station for use as trailhead facilities The existing Casa de Cucamonga parking lot is suitable if resealed and striped The Etiwanda Station sits on 4 acres of land sutable for parking and trail rest area faalities The Station could be renovated into a Pacific Electric Railway museum RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Commission, by minute action, forward a recommendation of approval to the City Council Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB DC mlg Attachments CEQA Irntial Study NEPA Preliminary Environmental Study A2 CM o/Rancho Cucamonga Planning Orviaon (809) 477-2750 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM (Part I -Initial Study) The purpose of~tFiis 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,~ordinance§, and guidelines; the Califo_rriia Environmental Quality Act; arid the City Rules and Procedures to Implement CEG+A. It is important that the information requested in tliisapplication be provided in full. - ..`__ , . ' -- _~- _- ` . - INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED Please note that rt rs the responslbll~ty of the applicant to ensure that the application Is complete at the time o/ submittal, Clty stall wdl not be available to per/orm work requln:d to provide missing mformahon Application Number /or the project to which this form pertains Pro/ect Title ~~cfa-~c ~~i~lyrid ~i~zo~r~ ~rcti Name & Address o/pro/ect C-~~~ r ~ owner(s) ~rG~c~i,~~~D~~~"~z/~~ 1~ c~'~n ~rr~olrGCChO G~9 ~z~/o/ Name & Addrnss o/ developer or pro/ect sponsor C/~y ~' ~t°ci~~ C~carn8 /~ ~/l//~' L'~i~r Sri >~ ~Gr~cho ~~c~z,~~~ I \PI ANNIN(;\FINAI \FORMSICOUNTER\INITSTf7'I WPfI ~/nn o~,.e ~ Name & Address of person pn:pann~ this form (d different from above) ~,~r~ /~/r°~ -- ~~, LOr>iJ~ra l~D:~ .~G~~~l'IeSS Cei~r ~' ~~ ~rhG1 r~l~r~o ~2~/oa lelepnone 9„/y ~Q,/~~~ Number ((//`"'~~ Inlormatron md~cated by astensk () ~s not requued of nonconstruchon CUP=s unless otherwise requested by stall '1) Provide a /ull scale (&12 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the protect site, and indicate the site boundanes 3) • 2) Provide a sef of color photographs which show representative wews info the site /rom the north, south, east and west, wews into and /rom the site trom the pnmary access points which serve the site, and reprosentahve wews of srgmficant features from the site Include a map showing Iocahon o/each photograph Pro/ect Location (descnbe) G ~/~ ~ / ~ ~G ~ ~~L'~, C1 l~~hlJ (~C7GGIi~'l ~ 7? Gc- C~ GI'/ ~i/ 4) Assessor=s Pamel Numbers (attach addrt~onal sheet d necessary) 'S) Gross Site Area (adsq ff) ~/ ~/ - i~ ~ro-r~ /S ~~7rJ1"~X/%7'l~ y ~~r~, ~/ ~~~ ~r~r~ ~6) Net Srte Area (total ste sae minus aroa of public streets 8 proposed ded~cahons) 7)Descnbe any proposed general plan amendment orzone change which would affect the protect site (attach additional sheet r/necessary , i1/D f~~Gl~ Glmer~a°~'Ierr~ iS ~~/~/i'~~' a~ i \Di n~innni ClCln~/1~ ~C(10rnC1!`rll If.ITCDV RI~TCTII~ 1NDIl O/hI1 ^--- ^ 8)Include a descnption of all permits which wdl be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental agenaes m onfer to fully implement the pro/ect Cm,~2ra~h~e e~r-t ,C~~weer~ ~1-r~ oil/ ~~ ~r~. ~ ~ ~~ ~orri~'or ~~ ~~ ~~ ~ni~~ ~ ~ hiG~/ r~ or Co a~i~~. 10) Descnbe the known cultural and/or h~stoncal aspects of the site Srte all sources of information (books, published reports and oral history) ,, /' ~~~ I72C/~ ~~ ~fG7// ~ ~ ~ /l'.'' 1~1G~d- ~ ui ~ an own ~~ ~ ~ h r~G ~~~~ ~1S o_ f Gr/ ir7 /9/5 1S o~ ~e l~~ ~ ,(~ ~ i5 ~~ exg~np/~ ~ /~r~i~-~y/e ~rch~c~ir~, ~-~' l~ ore aF ~ ~e~ ~e~zr/r~i,~ ~r~/ha/ ~~or~s. ~C~ G~ CtrtCGl~or~~., X150 ,~r~ow~ as ~ 9) Descnbe the physical setting of the ste as rt exists befog the project including information on topography, sod stability, plants and animals, mature trees, bads and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects Descnbe any ex~sbng structures on sde (mdudmg age and condition) and the use o(the structures Attach photographs ofs~gnificant features descnbed In adddion, sde all sources of rnlormahon (~ e , geological and/or hydrologic studies, biotic and archeological surveys, traffic studies) 1~C1~i~s _ ho%t~, Ong y alp ~ ~ncaroor~r~~ cts~ a ~61~ l /'~2GIG~ 7~ S~r/1c~7rre l%ur~-errf/y ~rv~5 ~t5 ~' Cou~'rf y ~r~.~u ~, ~~a1 / S ~ o~/y ~rl~~r re irr ~ C~~j~ l ~~~ec~ ors -die N~/ro~/ lC~e~iS~er ~ ~-ll~ric ~/gees, ~c~ ~~~ ~ 11)Descnbe any noise sources and theirlevels that now affect the site (aircraR, roadway noise, etc) and how they will affect proposed uses ~,~rG~~~ 7i'~~/ l /r~C'orpor~~ a C/~S5 / ryt~cffi-cry ~ i l ~ -l1~/ ~ ~ ~o~ /rn c~ ~irro~ir~ ~'re~ wv~~l~' ~ flint-~e~Y~v Cor~lrl~c ~-r r~ol~ 12)Descnbe the proposed protect in detail This should provide an adequate descnption of the site in terms o/ultimate use which will result from the proposed protect 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) i/necessary ~'~~Y //, l/~Yl Yr11 ~5 ~ ;IGI~ > ryir,~H~- ~ ~~ ~/i i a wfr~/n ~ e~ ~ ~~G Pc iG GJiIrO~ ri - ~ /~~r /h ~r~ wi ' ~n ' lGY~' (rt/ ` I' C~ /i rn hD C~4Carny ro e~f a/ i~l~ ~r~sifi~r~ ~ ~i-IA/l2~GIGr .~-fl~it~n r,are~r~l~i~, rt~a° >Cb/errfir~/ Q Gr 5 tin L'C~Sa G/~ C,'l~ICC Oil ' r Gr~2 as ~-c~ ~r ~~l l>h~ Gt~G,~7rai/her~cf ~ ~fa/ Gtrt°cc ~ she ~l 01C rem G~rol~r~~ ~ ~~c~ nda- ~~~iarl 13)Descnbe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultu2l, histoncal, or scenic aspects Indicate the type offend use (residential, commercial, etc ), intensity o/ land use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department ston:s, etc) and scale o/development (height, frontage, setback, rear yard, etc ) ~E~' ~v HeYn ~uv. GI 14)Will the proposed protect change the patfem, scale or character o/the surrounding general area of the prolect~ 5~~ l~Bli ~ C ys ~r~ ~~ ~s i~~~-h~i~~' ~ GlYInP ?~'~i ~ rD~i~ r~L /~WorK CD~Ine ~ lv~r ~~v~ 5 a /~r~q/ ~ ~° rte' ~G ,~ . , _ %G ;7f l % /5 ~' C~0 f~0/?L°r~ ref r~ '16) Indicate pmposed removals and/or replacements o/mature or scenic trees Na ~re~ r~rno~a,/ araQc~d ~f ~~in-~e . 17) Indicate any bodes o/water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drams ~~ 51-,{0 ~'r~a~ n5 i r~Jv ~ 1~r ro v~ chG~~els ir~clUClin~' Cuc~zrr~ Cr~ee,~ , der C~'~e m C2'~y Cree . ~ ~ ~/ c1o>~ ~~ b~/ ~YG~l'Gl~n i~ ~n/ .ha~i~v a>l'u~~er. 1B)Ind~cateexpectedamounto/water usage (SeeAttachmentAforusage~~~esjjjtimates) For/urthercrl~a~nfica6yo~n,, ~pleas~ec/ontactJ the Cucamonga County Water Drstnct at 987-2591 mar irr~o~'~ a~~' `/ % / ~f'i / / ~~ l a Residential (gaUday) Peak use (ga y) ~J b CommerciaUlnd (gaUday/ac) Peak use (gaUmiNac) 19)Indicate pmposed method o/sewage disposal Septic Tank X Sewer If septic tanks a2 pmposed, attach pen;olabon tests 1/discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation (See Attachment A for usage estimates) For further clanfication, please contact the Cucamonga County Water Distnct at 987- 2591 a Residential (gal/day) b CommemreUlnd (gaUday/ac) RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS 20) Number of rnsident~al units Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot sae and maximum lot ~~ size T~'CJ I IPI ~~I~O AIr71CIAIC11Lr1R AAC1(`r111NTFq\IAIITCTII~ 1A/Dn 7/t>n n...._ c 15) Indicate the type o/short-term and long-term noise to be generated, including source and amount How will these noise levels affect ad/scent pmpert~es and on-site uses What methods of sound proofing are proposed Attached (indicate whether units are rental or /or sale units) 21)Ant~apated range of sale pnces and/or rents Sale Pnce(s) $ to $ Rent (per month) $ to $ 22) Speaty number of bedrooms by unit type 23) Indicate antiapated household srze by unit type 24)Ind~cate the expected number of school children who will 6e ros~dmg within the pro/ect Contact the appropnate School Distracts as shown m Attachment B a Elementary b Junior High c Senior High COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS 25) Descnbe type of use(s) and major function(s) of commeroial, mdustnal ormshtubonal uses ~26) To[al floor area of commercial, mdustnal, ormstrtut~onal uses by type ~'l 1 SDI OnIAIILI!]~FI ~IGI \Fr1P~~C\r`r1111.ITFA\IAIITCTn~ 1~M1Jf17/n(1 n__„ r 27) Indicate hours of operation C~ 28) Number of Total employees Mawmum SbR Time of Maximum Shin 29)Prowde breakdown of ant~apated lob classficahons, including wage and salary ranges, as well as an indicahon of the rate o/hue /or each classficahon (attach addrt~onal sheet i/necessary) 30) Estimation of the number o/workers to be hued that currently reside in the City '31)For commercial and mdustnal uses only, indicate the source, type and amount of air pollution emissions (Data should be venfied through the South Coast Air Quality Management Distnct, at (818) 572-6283) ALL PROJECTS 32)Have the water, sewer, fire, and flood control agenaes serving the pm/ect been contacted to determine their abdrty to provide adequate service to the proposed prolect~ If so, please indicate their n=sponse ~~ 1\ni nu,.v,.\r`~rlnln~\C/10~IC1(`h11~ITCO11~11TCTIl11n/pll Olltn n + In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic matenalsv 33)Examples of hazardous and/or toxic matenals include, but are not limited to PCB=s, radioactive substances, pest~crdes and herbrades, fuels, oils, solvents, and other Iiammable l~qurds and gases Also note underground storage o/ any of the above Please list the matenals and descnbe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property, as well as the dates of use, r/ known 34)Will the proposed protect involve the temporary or long-term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic matenals, including but not limited to those examples listed above if yes, provide an inventory of all such matenals to 6e used and proposed method of disposal The location of such uses, along wdh the storage and shipment areas, shall be shown^^an//d labeled on the application plans /V~ •I hen:by certity that the statements fumrshed above and rn the attached exhibits pn;sent the data and rnformaton required (or adequate evaluahon of this pro/ect to the best of my abrl~ty, that the lacts, statements, and reformation presented are true and correct tot he best o/ my knowledge and belie/ I /urther understand that addrt~onal reformahon maybe 2qurrod to be submitted belon: an adequate evaluahon//s~can be made by the Crty of Rancho Cucamonga ~'/)//~ ,////J ,,/Q//~ Date DUB ~y - ~~ Srgnatu2 ~~%~~ ~/'~~/1.~G~~~~''-~/ V Title ~~//r'- / ~~~~ ~~ • A~~ ~J ~ r ~ ~ ~ ~ . a T ~~ S/~ !"! 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N ' tai ~ = 2 0 ~ ~Ui anuaAZ1 ~lttl3aA1}{ / `ti ,~ `l ,. ..^~ u o ~~~ • BACKGROUND City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II 1. Project Name: Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail 2. Description of Project: PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -The proposed protect is the development of approximately seven miles of the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail, a 15 foot paved Class I bike path and walking trail, and separated 15 foot wide equestrian trail located within the existing Paafic Electric Railroad right-of-way, which varies m width from 80 feet to 100 feet, within the city limits of Rancho Cucamonga The protect design includes reserving the middle 45 feet for future rail transit use The protect also includes the acgwsition of the historic Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum and trailhead, and the potential acquisition or use of the historic Casa de Cucamonga, for use as a trailhead The total area of development of the trail is approximately 85 acres The total area of development associated with the use of the Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum as a staging area for the Trail is approximately four acres, for a total of 89 acres of development 3. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: The protect is sponsored by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in partnership with Caltrans and the San Bernardino Associated Governments Dan Coleman, Principal Planner City of Rancho Cucamonga Department of Planning 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga CA 91730 Lisa Poe, Transportation Planner San Bernardino Assoaated Governments 427 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino CA 92401 Ernie Rogers, Local Assistance Engineer Caltrans District 8 464 West Fourth Street San Bernardino CA 92401 4. General Plan Designation: Regional Multi-purpose Trail 5. Project History and Setting: The County of San Bernardino purchased the historic Pacific Electric Railway right-of-way from the Southern Pacific Railroad m 1991, and then assigned control to the San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) In 1999, Rancho Cucamonga, SANBAG, and the cities of Claremont, Montclair, Upland, Fontana, and Rialto developed the Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail Master Plan The Plan archived the Pacific Electnc Railway right-of way's transportation history and developed plans fora 21-mile multi-purpose trail linking the cities from Claremont on the west to Rialto on the east The planned 'rail trail' calls for the preservation of a 45-foot corridor within the right-of-way for potential future transit use and the integration of A\3 Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 2 existing transportation infrastructure including links to rail, bus, multi-modal stations, and local and regional bicycle, pedestrian, and equestrian facilities as a Class I multi-use Trail The Master Plan also includes future transit Inks and multi-modal integration, staging areas, greenway landscaping, the preservation of historical bwldings and transportation stations along the route, and the development of historical monuments and markers to commemorate the Pacific Electric Railway's history and enhance the protect and the communities 'livability' The rail-trail protect will serve broad transportation and recreation needs in the populated western San Bernardino County Ultimately, it will also connect to the proposed 5 9-mile Citrus Regional Bikeway 'rail-with-trail' in the East San Gabriel Valley, connecting San Bernardino and Los Angeles Counties The focus of this Initial Study is the development of an approximately seven-mile portion of the rail-trail within the City of Rancho Cucamonga between the westerly and easterly city limits The proposed protect also includes the acquisition of the historic Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum and the potential acgwsition and use of the historic Casa de Cucamonga for use as a future transportation park-n-ride/staging area The City of Rancho Cucamonga is seeking Transportation Enhancement Activities (TEA) funding for this protect This protect meets the goals and obtectives of the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Master Plan by a) developing a portion of the multi-purpose trail, b) using the historic Etiwanda Station as a transd link/staging area, and c) preserving an historic transportation station along the route The Initial Study includes a serves of photographs to show portions of the route and adtacent land uses Photographs also show the Etiwanda Station and its existing land use 6. Lead Agency Name and Contact Person: City of Rancho Cucamonga Department of Planning Dan Coleman, Principal Planner 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 477-2750 i r ~ r~ LJ \~ r1 LJ Irntial Study for Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 3 ~~ Amethyst Tradhead (west side) Cucamonga Creek Channel Crossing West of Vineyard Avenue Initial Study for Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trad City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 4 ~~P West of Day Creek Boulevard Initial Study for Paafic Electnc Inland Empire Trad City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 5 tast of Kochester !~ ~~ Initial Study for Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 6 ~~~ ~J Initial Study for Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trad City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 7 A~~ Initial Study for Clty of Rancho Cucamonga Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Page 8 ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this protect, Involving at least one Impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentlally Slgnlflcant Impact Unless Mltlgatlon Incorporated," or "Less Than Slgnlflcant Impact" as Indicated by the checklist on the following pages. ()Land Use and Planning () Transportation/Circulation (x) Biological Resources ()public Services ()Population and Housing ()Energy and Mineral Resources (x) Utilities and Service Systems (x) Geological Problems ()Hazards (x) Aesthetics (x) Water ONoise (x) Cultural Resources OAir Quality x Mandato Findin s of S nficance ORecreation DETERMINATION On the bases 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. Signed. Debra Meier, Contract Planner August 30, 2001 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation Is required for all "Potentially Slgnlflcant Impact," "Potentially Slgnlflcant Impact Unless Mltlgatlon Incorporated," and "Less Than Slgnlflcant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects Identified Potanbally Sgrvficant Irtpan Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP g Polenbelly Significant unless Mnigabon Then Sgnihcam No I an Into tad I an I en LAND USE AND PLANNQVG. Would the proposal a) Conflict with general plan designation or () ( ) () (x) zoning? b) Conflict with applicable envlronmental plans or () ( ) () (x) policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project c) Be Incompatible with existing land use In the () ( ) () (x) wcirnty? d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an () ( ) () (x) established communlty~ Ago Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga Paafic Electric Inland Empire Trail Page 9 Comments: a-d) Since 1981, the City of Rancho Cucamonga's General Plan has identified a planned trail system to provide a network of interconnecting off-road trails that are integrated with recreation and open space, both within and beyond the community border The hiking/riding trail system is also intended to connect the residential and commercial activity centers, as well as the system of on-street bicycle trails The regional trails traversing the commercial and industrial areas of the City also provide a safe and convenient opportunity for bicycling to work, to shop or for recreation The regional trail serves as the backbone of the public trail system, they are reserved, long distance corridors that serve as the main connection, connecting regional parks, major open spaces, residential, commercial, and industrial areas The regional trails mainly follow flood control channels, utility corridors, and specifically, the former Pacific Electric Railway right-of-way corridor The proposed project is the development of approximately seven miles of a rail- trail which is part of the larger Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail, a proposed Class Imulti-purpose trail that follows the existing railroad corridor, traversing east-west across cities in western San Bernardino County, including the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is the lead agency, partnering with Caltrans, SANBAG and surrounding cities in developing the Master Plan for the entire 21-mile length of the corridor The City has initially applied for a grant from the Statewide Transportation Enhancements Program to design and construct three miles of the regional tratl (between Haven Avenue and a point approximately 1,200 feet east of Etiwanda Avenue) and acgwre the historic Etiwanda Rail Station which would be preserved as a museum and used as a transportation park-n-ride and/or staging area for the trail The development of the Trail and preservation of the Etiwanda Station implements the goals of the City General Plan and the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Master Plan Patentlelly Sipnifiunt Impact Less Issues and Su ortln Information Sources PP 9 Polenhelly Spruhcenl Unless Mitlpetlon Than Sipnifitent No I ep Into teE I atl I C 2. POPULATION AND HOUSWG Would the proposal. a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local () () () (x) population profections~ b) Induce substantial growth in an area either () () () (x) directly or indirectly (e g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure) c) Displace existing housing, espeaally affordable () () () (x) housing A2\ Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Page 10 Comments: a-c) The construction of the Trail and preservation of the Etiwanda Station will not displace existing housing No housing is present within the corridor, no housing will be removed or demolished due to this protect, and no mafor infrastructure will be developed that would be considered growth inducing within the community Potentially SipNficent Inpact Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP 9 Potentially 99rvficant unleee IMapatlon m~ Siprvficent No I ct Inrn tetl I C I act 3. GEOLOGIC F'ROBLE]NS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts mvolv~ng• a) Fault ruptures () () (x) ( ) b) Seismic ground shakings () () (x) ( ) c) Seismic ground failure, including hquefaction~ O O O (x) d) Seiche hazards O O O (x) e) Landslides or mudflows~ () () () (x) f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable () () () (x) soil conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? g) Subsidence of the lands () () () (x) h) Expansive soils O O O (x) i) Unique geologic or physical features? () () () (x) Comments: a/b) The Trail runs adjacent and parallel to the Red HIII Fault within aCity-adopted Special Study Zone at the west side of the City. Beginning near the intersection of Arrow Highway and Grove Avenue, the Trail and fault are parallel through the length of the Special Study Zone, which ends near the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. At this point the Trail takes a more northerly angle, separating from the inferred fault zone as it continues northeasterly through the city. The location of the Red Hill Scarp has been determined by several studies completed in the immediate area, however, they were unable to determine whether the fault is active The Red Hill Scarp is on a trend with the Etiwanda Avenue Scarp, which is clearly active, as well as the San Jose Fault, which caused both the 1988 and 1990 Upland earthquakes Since the Trail is parallel to, but does not cross the fault within the Special Study Zone, destruction of facilities is not likely to occur due to fault rupture However, the City, as well as the region, is susceptible to ground shaking and a maximum credible earthquake of 7 0 along the Cucamonga fault, located along the northern City boundary, can be expected Adhering to the Uniform Building Code for the construction of all facilities along the Trail will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant The Trail turns to a completely east-west orientation near Archibald Avenue, north of Base Line Road, and then crosses the inferred location of the Red Hill f~_~ p 22 r1 I-~ Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empue Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 11 fault north of Base Line Road, near the intersection of Haven Avenue and Valencia Avenue The inferred segment of the Red Hill fault is drawn on published maps and the City General Plan Exhibit V-1, to connect the Red Hdl and Etiwanda Avenue scarps Published locations for this segment of the fault vary as much as 1,000 feet, and subsurface explorations for the fault have found no evidence of its existence Therefore, mitigation through this zone is only regwred for cnUcal facddies. Trail construction will not include the development any critical faalities, and no mitigation will be necessary The Etiwanda Station is an existing structure that will be preserved as a museum As part of the restoration of the Station and Casa de Cucamonga, the City Building Official will determine the potential need to retrofit the bwldings to meet current building codes for earthquake safety The Depot is located approximately two miles south of the Etiwanda Avenue Scarp, which is assumed to be an extension of the Red Hdl Fault, and approximately three miles south of the Cucamonga Fault Zone ~..J c-i) Slopes along the Trail corridor are typically less than 10 percent, therefore, no special hazards due to slope failure, landslides, mudslides, or erosion are present along the mafority of the Trail However, the Trail section along the base of Red Hill is up to 30 percent natural slope Since there will be no habitable structures, and the Trail is intended for pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian usage only, no motorized vehicles or heavy equipment (except during construction), the existing slope will not be compromised Similar to large portions of western San Bernardino County, geologic conditions through the corridor include alluvial material and older alluvial fan deposits formed on granitic alluvwm of the valley floor. The corridor does not contain any unique geographical features or constraints due to unstable soils, therefore, adhering to the City grading standards and the Uniform Budding Code for the construction of any structures along the Trail will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant. Potentially 519nificent Irrpect Lean Issues and Supporting Information Sources Polemially 90n'hoant v"'°" 1Ntipaaon '"'" Sipnficant No I Inro tad 1 I 4. WATER. Will the proposal result gyn. a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, () () (x) ( ) or the rate and amount of surface water runoff b) Exposure of people or property to water related () () () (x) hazards such as flooding c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration () () () (x) of surface water quality (e g ,temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity) d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any () () () (x) water body e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction () () () (x) of water movements !"t ~-~7 Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 12 Potentially 5~9Nficant Inpacl Less Issues and Su ortin Information S r P°ta^t~a~'r unless men pp g ou ces Sipmficara Mitigation Sipnthcent No I ed Inco ratetl I I an f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either () ( ) () (x) 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? () ( ) () (x) h) Impacts to groundwater quality? () ( ) () (x) i) Substantial reduction in the amount of () ( ) () (x) groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? Comments: a/b) The protect will cause minor changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, and the rate and amount of surface water runoff due to the amount of new hardscape proposed on the currently unpaved corridor, approximately 85 acres Surface runoff from the Trail will be channeled to existing storm drains to the satisfaction of the City Engineer The Trail passes through segments of the 100-year flood zone in the following locations. near the intersection of Arrow Route and Grove Avenue and along Grove Avenue, along Foothill Boulevard at the base of Red Hill, and at Haven Avenue Since there will be no habitable structures, and the Trail is intended for pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian usage only, no motorized vehicles or heavy equipment, Trail development within the Flood zone would not result in a public safety hazard The future Casa de Cucamonga park-n-ride facility may require development of a new parking lot for up to 40 automobiles, including "pull-through spaces for vehicles with horse trailers; for a combined total of approximately four acres of impervious surface. c-i) The proposed Trail corridor Etiwanda Station and Casa de Cucamonga do not pass near any body of water Prior to construction, a grading plan will be prepared illustrating how stormwater runoff will be conveyed The protect will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area as the corridor is not used for groundwater recharge. Potentially $IQMticanl Inpact Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP g Pal°nliatiy $ipnificanl unless Mitipetion Than SiBnificenl No 1 hav latl 1 acY I n 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal• • a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to () ( ) () (x) an existing or protected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants () ( ) () (x) c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, () ( ) () (x) or cause any change in climate d) Create obtectionable odors () ( ) () (x) ~2~ Initial Study for Paafic Electric Inland Empire Trail L~ Comments: City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 13 a) During construction, there is the possibility of fugitive dust to be emitted from grading the Trail alignment, an area of approximately 85 acres, and development of the parking lot and related facilities for the proposed park-n-ride, approximately four acres, for a total of 89 acres. Sources of emissions during construction include exhaust emissions from construction vehicles and equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of construction vehicles and equipment traveling over exposed surfaces Levels of PM,o will be minimized through the use of standard construction watering procedures The proposed protect was screened using the Urban Emissions Model (URBEMIS7G) The criteria pollutants screened for included reactive organic gases (ROG), nitrous oxides (NO^), carbon monoxide (CO), and particulates (PM,o) Two of these, ROG and NO„ are ozone precursors Default values were used where protect specific information was unavailable. Based on the estimated amount of criteria pollutants to be emitted per day, construction emissions will not exceed SCAOMD thresholds of significance However, since the South Coast Air Basin is in non-attainment status for ozone and suspended particulates (PM,o) standard construction conditions (i a application of water to the protect area) will minimize the protect contribution to regional emission of criteria pollutants Sensdive receptors in the area include residences adtacent to the proposed trail During grading, fugitive dust (PM,o) will be generated Implementation of construction conditions of approval will ensure impacts to sensitive receptors are less than significant Table 1 URBEMIS7G Construction Emissions Summary (Pounds per Day) Source ROG NO^ CO PM,o Gradin 1.59 19.30 - 2136 Worker Tn s 0 00 0 00 0.01 0 00 Stationa E w 0.34 0 27 - 0 02 Mobile E w 4 52 25 84 - 5.04 As halt 5 30 - - - Totals 11 75 45 42 0 01 26 42 SCAOMDThres 75 100 550 150 Si nificance No No No No c-d) The proposed protect is the development of approximately seven miles of the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail, aClass Imulti-use bicycle, pedestrian, and separated equestrian trail within the existing Pacific Electric Railroad right-of- way within the Rancho Cucamonga City Limits. The end use of the Trail will not generate emissions that could cause climatic changes or obtectionable odors Following construction, the Trail use would be limited to pedestrians, bicyclists and equestrian riders, therefore, no long-term impacts to au quality are A2S Initial Study for Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trad City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 14 associated with the Trail development The Trail Master Plan includes future transit links and multi-modal integration and staging areas in order to enhance the communities 'livability' by potentially reducing the need for vehicle trips within the community The protect will serve a broad transportation and recreational need in western San Bernardino County It will also connect to the proposed 5.9-mile Citrus Regional Bikeway 'rail-with-trail' in the East San Gabriel Valley, connecting San Bernardino and Los Angeles Counties PnenYelly Sipnifitent Irtpen Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP 9 Pote"early Sipruficant uMess Mitipaean '"en Sipmfinfnt No I I Inco reteE I an I 6. TRANSPORTATIOWCIRCULATION. Would the proposal result ~n: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestions () () () (x) b) Hazards to safety from design features (e g., () () () (x) sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e g ,farm equipment) c) Inadequate emergency access or access to () () () (x) nearby uses d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-sites () () () (x) e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or () () () (x) bicyclists f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting () () () (x) alternative transportation (e g ,bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? g) Rail or air traffic impacts O O O (x) Comments: a-g) The proposed Trail protect is a toint effort between the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Caltrans, SANBAG, and the cities of Claremont, Montclair, Upland, Fontana, and Rialto in developing a Trail Master Plan fora 21-mile multi- purpose trail linking ail the partner cities The planned ' rail trail' calls for the preservation of a 45-foot corridor within the right-of-wa y for potential future transit use and the integration of existing transportation infrastructure including links to rail, bus, multi-modal stations, and local and regional bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The Master Plan also includes future transit links and multi-modal integration, staging areas, greenway landscaping, the preservation of historical buildings and transportation stations along the route, and the development of historical monuments and markers to commemorate the Railway's history and enhance the protect and the communities `livability' by potentially reducing the need for vehicle trips within the community. The protect will serve a broad transportation and recreation need in western San Bernardino County. It will also connect to the proposed 5 9-mile Citrus Regional Bikeway `rail-with-trail' in the East San Gabriel Valley, connecting San Bernardino and Los Angeles Counties L J ~_ A2~ Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 15 The ultimate design of the Trail will include a grade separation at Foothill Boulevard and Carnelian (both have existing bridges) and Milliken Avenue (the Trail will pass under the street) Master Plan of Trails calls for routing Trail users to the nearest signalized intersections, when interfacing the Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail with the City Trail system Potentially Siprvficent Inpecf Lev Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP 9 P°te"^elly $ipmficent unless Mibpabon '"°" Siprvficant No I en Into ted I ect I 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to• a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or () () (x) ( ) their habitats (including, but not limited to plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds) b) Locally designated species (e.g ,heritage trees, () () () (x) eucalyptus windrow, etc )~ c) Locally designated natural communities (e g , () () () (x) eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc )? d) Wetland habitat (e.g ,marsh, riparian, and () () () (x) vernal pool) e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors () () () (x) Comments• a) The areas within the City that may provide habitat for endangered, threatened, or rare species are the North Etiwanda area, (beyond the urban areas), the non- channelized portions of the major drainage ways of Cucamonga, Deer, Day, Etiwanda and San Sevaine creeks and those areas underlain by Delhi sand soil These areas may provide habitat for the Delhi sands flower-loving fly (DSFLF), coastal California gnatcatcher (CAGN), the San Bernardino kangaroo rat (SBKR) or other species of concern, such as the Los Angeles pocket mouse and Plummer's mariposa lily The proposed trail follows the former Pacific Electric Rail Road alignment and is south of the North Etiwanda area The mafor creeks have been improved with concrete linings and the Trail crosses these channels via bridges The Trail does not cross any areas of Delhi sands The Trail is a clearly defined corridor vegetated with non-native and/or ruderal species The Trail improvements will be constructed along the outside 15 to 20 feet of both sides of the corridor, with a 45 foot space in the center to be landscaped and reserved for potential future transit use The area around the existing Etiwanda Station is currently used as a building materials storage yard with no open space for vegetative growth ~Z T Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 16 b) There are no locally designated speces, (eucalyptus windrows) or habitats along the trail alignment. c) The only designated natural community occurring in the protect vianity is sage scrub, which occurs along the non-channelized portions of the mafor creeks and in the north Etiwanda area Throughout the protect wcinity there are vacant lots which may contain some elements of the scrub community but typically do not exhibit the necessary components of habitat for listed species, trees or large shrubs for nesting or floodway terraces (i.e CAGN and SBKR). These areas are isolated from habitat areas, are subfect to disturbance from surrounding urban uses and are generally post disturbance communities d) There are no wetlands (marshes, vernal pools, etc.) in the protect wcinity The only riparian areas in the City are along the non-channelized portions of the mafor creeks, which are typically 2 5 miles northerly of the Trail. e) The only areas that serve to provide wildlife dispersal areas are the North Etiwanda area and the mafor drainage ways which are located typically 2 5 miles, or more, northerly of the Trail Potentially SiOnificant Inpecl Lass Issues and Su ortm Information Sources PP g Pmem~elly Sipnficant u"°" MivQatlan '"an Siprvficant No I IMO te0 I I 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal. a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation () () () (x) plans? b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and () () () (x) ineffiaent manner c) Result in the loss of availability of a known () () () (x) mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State Comments: a-b) The purpose of the proposed Trail improvements is to create amulti-purpose trail ultimately linking San Bernardino County to Los Angeles County The Trail will include a corridor for future transit use and the integration of existing transportation infrastructure including links to rail, bus multi-modal stations, and local and regional bicycle and pedestrian facilities The trail system is intended to connect the residential and commeraal activity centers, as well as the system of on-street bicycle trails The regional trails traversing the commercial and industrial areas of the City also provide a safe and convenient opportunity for bicycling to work or to shop, thus potentially reducing energy consumption within the community c) The Trail corridor does not pass through any aggregate resource zones within the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 1I 1, u r 1 LJ Pt2~ Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 17 Potentially Sipniecant I"pact Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP g Pate"Deily Sipn~hcam unless Mitipeean rnen Sipn~ficent Nc 1 Inca ted I en I 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal ~nvolve• a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of () () () (x) hazardous substances (including, but not limited to. oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiaUon)~ b) Possible interference with an emergency () () () (x) response plan or emergency evacuation plan c) The creation of any health hazard or potential () () () (x) health hazard d) Exposure of people to existing sources of () () () (x) potential health hazards e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable () () () (x) brush, grass, or trees? Comments: a-e) Although this is a corridor previously used by the Pacific Electric Railway, there is no evidence of discarded drums, containers, discolored soils or hazardous wastes along the corridor There was no indication of underground storage tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site The proposed protect will not pose a health hazard or increase the risk of exposure to a potential health hazard to the community along the Trail corridor. The site of the Etiwanda Station is currently used for storage of wood building materials Depending on the types and age of materials currently stored on site, there may be some hazardous materials. A Phase I Site Assessment should be conducted on this site. Potentially Sgrufitenl Impact Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP g Potentially SiOmficent unless Mitigation rnan Sipnificent No I en Inco retee I en I act 10. NOISE. Wdl the proposal result rn• a) Increases in existing noise levels? () () () (x) b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels () () () (x) Comments: a/b) The planned Trail Master Plan includes the 'rail trail' concept, which calls for the preservation of a 45-foot corridor within the right-of-way for potential future transit use and the integration of existing transportation infrastructure including links to rail, bus, multi-modal stations, and local and regional bicycle and pedestrian facilities However, the current proposal includes only the Class I multi-purpose trail for pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian uses and the acquisition of the Etiwanda Station and potential acquisition of the Casa de ~2 ` Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Page 18 Cucamonga Therefore the noise impact on the residential land uses adjacent to the corridor would primarily be limited to the construction of the trail The City's Noise Standards will be applied to the project which limit construction activities to 7.00 a m to 8.00 p m. PMenfially Significant nryaq Lea$ Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP g Paem~elly 9pluficant unless Auvgason rnan Siglsficera No I Intro a0 1 1 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 protections () () () (x) b) Pohce protections O O O (x) c) Schools () () () (x) d) Maintenance of public facilities, including () () (x) ( ) roads e) Other governmental services? () () () (x) Comments: a-c/e) The proposed Trail will require a limited degree of monitoring by the Police Department to ensure that there is minimal destruction of public or private property or public nuisance. The City would use existing bicycle or equestrian patrols along the Trail route. The proposed Trail would have no impact to Fire protection services, schools or other governmental services. d) The City of Rancho Cucamonga would be responsible for maintenance of the seven-mile Trial segment within the City limits. This additional maintenance would incrementally add to responsibilities of the Landscape Maintenance Districts and the financial obligations of the City but is not anticipated to be a significant amount Pmannelly Significant Irryecl Lass Issues and Supporting Information Sources s roecarln p M~a lass paean than 9pnifiwlt No Irtpacl IncolpwateE I,ryaci Ingap 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result rn a need for new systems or supplies orsubstant~al alterations to the following utd~ties• a) Power or natural gasp () () (x) ( ) b) Communication systems O O O (x) c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution () () () (x) facdiUes~ d) Sewer or septic tanks () () () (x) e) Storm water drainages () () () (x) ~~ ~~ ~~ Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 19 Potentially $~pruficant Irryecl Less Issues and Su ortin Informatlon Sources PP 9 P°'Bnpa1y Sfinficam u"'~' A4opaoon n'a' si0nlfieam No I Into teE I ecl I ecl f) Sohd waste disposah O O O (x) g) Local or regional water supplies? () () (x) ( ) Comments• a-g) The proposed Trail improvements will require water for landscaping purposes and potentially restroom or dunking fountains (water for landscape purposes could include non-potable water if sources exist in the immediate area); power would be required for low-level security lighting, and solid waste would be collected in small receptacles at transfer points and staging points along the corridor There would be no significant impact to any public services or utilities upon implementation of the Master Plan multi-use Trail Development of the Etiwanda Station as a museum and Casa de Cucamonga as a future park-n-ride facility would have minimal impact on public services There are existing underground (i.e water Imes) and overhead (i.e telecommunication lines and poles) utility lines that may regwre relocation within the corridor during construction of the Trail The presence of underground pipelines will be discussed with affected service providers prior to construction This is not considered to be an environmental impact. Pmamlally $Iprvficant bryad Less Issues and Supporting Informatlon Sources ~ fi°°;,'~, 9 ,~~'°~ peoon ""~" S~W~caa No I In°o tad I 1 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal. a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highways () () () (x) b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic () () () (x) effect c) Create light or glares () () (x) ( ) Comments• a-b) The proposed Trail improvements include greenway landscaping in order to enhance the corridor through the community and enhance appearance and 'livability' Landscaping along the Tail will be installed for both aesthetic and functional reasons, including visual and psychological cooling, wind break, reduce glare and dust, create nodes and focal points along the Trail, promote historical and cultural information, and conserve water and energy. The following Plant Palette is included in the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Master Plan ~~J~ Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 20 Suggested Plant Palette Scientific Name Common Name Accent Trees Cendium Micro h Ilum Foothills Palo Verde Cercis Occidentalis Western Redbud Gei era Parviflora Australian Willow Corridor Trees Platanus Racemosa California S camore Phoenix Dac lifers Date Palm Cu ressus Sem ervirens `Stncta' Italian C ress Quercus A nfolia Coast Live Oak Ouercus Ilex Holl Oak Washin ton Fdifera California Fan Palm Tall shrubs isolated use onl Chilo sis Lmeans'Bur and ' Desert Willow Larrea Tndentata Creosote Bush Rosemannus Officinalistuscan Blue Rosema Simmondsia Chinesis Jo oba Salvia Chamaed oides Sa e Low Shrubs Artemisia Cahfornica California Sa ebrush Eno onum Fasaculatem California Buckwheat M o onum'Pacrficum' Pacific M o orum Penisetum Setaceum `Rubrum' Pur le Fountain Grass Salvia Clevelandu Cleveland Sa e Ground Covers Archtosta h los'Uva-Ursa' Manzanita Baccharris P. Twin Peaks' Co ote Brush Convolulus S Bush Mornin Glo Enceha Cahfornica California Enceha Eschscholzia Cahfornica California Po Lu mus S ewes Lu ine Mahonia Re ens Ore on Gra e c) Low-level security lighting would be used along the trial in strategic locations near rest stops, street crossings, trail linkages at neighborhoods, with more lighting used at transfer points and staging areas All lighting will be designed m a manner to avoid intrusion into existing adjacent uses, particularly residential PotenLally Significant Irtpact Less Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP g Pota"°ally Spmhwnt unl¢s, M"Ipahon '"'" S~pn~ficant No I aR Inco reteE I act I C 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal a) Disturb paleontological resources b) Disturb archaeological resources? O O O (x) U O O (x) A3~ Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 21 Paem~ally Significant Irryan L»ss Issues and Su ortin Information Sources PP 9 P°'°"Dally Sipnihcam u"lass Mmpaaon Than Significant No I an Into retetl I I c) Affect historical or cultural resources () () (x) ( ) d) Have the potential to cause a physical change () () () (x) which would affect unique ethnic cultural values e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within () () () (x) the potential impact area? Comments• a-e) The Etiwanda Depot was constructed in 1915 and was one of three that were built by the Pacific Electric Railway Company to serve the newly completed Upland to San Bernardino Line, and was identified in the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trait Master Plan as an important historic landmark The structure is an excellent example of Mission style architecture It was used by the railroad beginning in the early 1900's, and is one of the few original stations still remaining As the citrus industry declined, so did use of this line This depot was closed in 1960 and has since been leased for a lumber supply and sales yard The Depot represents an opporturnty to create a museum about the Pacific Electric Railway and a signature trailhead location. The depot is in the heart of Etiwanda and is in close proximity to other historic structures The proposed protect includes the preservation of the rail corridor and the Etiwanda Station. Proposed improvements to the site include restoration of the depot, street improvements, parking for approximately 40 vehicles (including vehicles pulling trailers for equestrian use), landscaping and lighting, and improvements associated with the trailhead which would include restrooms, picnic tables, bicycle racks, and an equestrian staging area. The City is also exploring the use of parking at Casa de Cucamonga (a County Museum listed in the National Register of Historic Places) as a trail head. The Casa De Cucamonga is located on the south side of the Trail, on the east side of Vineyard/Carnelian The use of the museum would be a mutually benefiaal relationship because it would promote visitors to the museum as well as the Trail The museum site is already fully developed including a large parking lot. Poterroelly Sigrufitant Inpatl less Issues and Su ortln Information Sources PP g Potentially Sipmhcent unless Mmpaaon men Sipnifitent No I an Into tail 1 an I en 15. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or () () () (x) regional parks or other recreational facilities? b) Affect existing recreational opportunities () () () (x) A'~3 Initial Study for Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 22 Comments: a/b) Since 1981, the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan has identified a planned system of trails to provide a network of interconnecting off-road trails that are integrated with recreation and open space, both within and beyond the community border The hiking/nding trail system is also intended to connect the residential, commercial and industnal activity centers, as well as the system of on-street bicycle trails The regional trails traversing the commercial and industrial areas of the City also provide a safe and convenient opportunity for bicycling to work or to shop The proposed Trail is a Class I multi-use bicycle, pedestrian, and separated equestrian trail located within the Pacific Electrc Railroad nght-of-way which would be an implementation of the recreational goals of the City General Plan PoleMielly $iptuficant InpaR Lms Issues and Su ortin Information Sources pp 9 PoterNally Significant unless M~hpahon rnen ^a9rnhcent No I Into etl I act I ec1 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Potential to degrade: Does the protect have () () (x) ( ) 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 mator periods of California history or prehistory? b) Short term: Does the protect have the potential () () (x) ( ) 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 protect have impacts () () () (x) that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a protect are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past protects, the effects of other current protects, and the effects of probable future protects.) d) Substantial adverse: Does the protect have () () () (x) environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly A3y Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trad Page 23 Comments: a-d) This Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail (Trail) is a proposed Class I multi- purpose trail that follows old Pacific Electric corridor east-west across the City, connecting to the cities of Claremont, Montclair, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, and Rialto During construction, there is the possibility of fugitive dust to be emitted from grading the trail alignment Sources of emissions during this phase include exhaust emissions from construction vehicles and equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of construction vehicles and egwpment traveling over exposed surfaces Levels of PM~o will be minimized through the use of standard construction watering procedures Any remaining open space lands are isolated from native habitat and known occurrences of endangered species, such as kangaroo rat or California gnat-catcher. Due to the level of development m the surrounding area, and the lack native habitat that could support endangered speces, the impact is considered less than significant No major infrastructure will be developed that would be considered growth induang within the community 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 m 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)• (x) General Plan EIR Certified April 6, 1981; and Draft General Plan Update dated July 2001 (x) Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update, SCH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989, and the Draft EIR for the 2001 General Plan Update dated July 2001 (x) Paafic Electric Inland Empire Trail Master Plan dated November 2000; and Preferred Design Alternative, dated January 1999. r1 U X35 Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 6-A Preliminary Environmental Studies (PES) Form PRELIMINARY ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY (PES) FORM EXAMINE FOR POTENTIAL EFFECTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, AND ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS To Be A The Physical Environment Yes Determined No I fs the protect a Type I protect as defined m 23 CFR 772 5(h), "construction on new location or the physical alteration of an X existing highway which significantly changes either the honzon[al or vertical alignment or increases the number of through-traffic lanes " 2 Are there water resources (nvers, streams, bays, inlets, lakes, X • drnmage sloughs) within or immediately adjacent to the protect area 3 Is prol ec[ within a designated sole-source agwfer~ X 4 Is protect within the State Coastal Zones X 5 Is the construction area located within a regulatory Boodway or within the base Floodplain (100-year) elevation o(a water course or lakev X 6 Is the prgect wntfin or immediately adjacent to a Wdd and Scenic River Systems X 7 Is there a potential for a federnlly-listed, threatened, or endangered species (including candidate species) or their rntical or sensitive habitat within the construction areas X 8 Is there a potential for wetlands within the construction areav X 9 Is there a potential for agnculmrnl wetlands within the constmctwn areas X 10 Av Quality a Is the pro3ect included m a currently conforming regional trnnsportation plan (RTP) and trnnsportahon improvement program (TIP) and that there have been no substantial changes in the design concept and scope as used m the TIPS X b Is the protect exempt from the regwrement to determine conformity (40 CFR 93 I26)~ X I I Is the protect m anon-attainment or maintenance areav (National Ambient Air Quality Standards) ~_ Page 6-29 February 1, 1998 Agency (Dist-Co-Rte-Agency) Caltrnns Dtstnct 8. San Bernardino County. City of Rancho Cucamonea Protect Number (Federal Prog Prefix-Prof No (Agrmnt No ) Protect Location Pacific Electric Radway~ght-of-wav wrth~n the cntporate houndanec of the City EXHIBIT 6-A Local Assistance Procedures Manual Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) Form To Be A The Physical Environment (continued) Yes Determined No 12 Is there a potential for pnme or unique farmlands within or Immediately adjacent to the conslrvchon area ]3 Is there a potential for hazardous matenals (including underground tanks) or hazardous matenal remains within or Immediately adjacent to the construction area 14 Are there any publicly-owned public parks, recreation areas, or wildlife or waterfowl refuges [Section 4(f)] within construction area IS Are there any aesthetically visual resources within the pro3ect area B The Soaal and Economic Environment 16 Wdl the project regmre any nght of way, mcludmg partal or full takes Consider constmction easements and utility relocations 17 Is the pro3ect inconsistent with plans and goals adopted by the community 18 Will the project result m the need for public services, mcludmg utilities other than those presently available or proposed 19 Wdl the pro3ect involve changes m access controh 20 Will pro3ect involve the use of a temporary road, detour or ramp closure 21 WIII the project reduce available parking 22 Wdl the pro3ect require future constmchon to fully utilize the design capabilities included m the proposed prolect~ 23 W dl the project generate public controversy based on potential environmental effects 24 W dl project construction encroach on State or Federal Lands 25 Are there National Register listed or potentially eligible histonc properties [Section ] 06, Section 4(Q] wrthtn the constnuction areas X X X X X X X X X ~_ X Page 6-30 ~~~ February 1,1998 Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 6-A Environmental Studies (PEST Form DATA AS REQUIRED TO SUPPORT THE CONCLUSIONS OF THIS CHECKLIST SHOULD BE ATTACHED OR AVAILABLE FROM THE LOCAL AGENCY UPON REQUEST (Check to Indicate Reqwred Technical Studtes, Coordination, Permits or Approvals) C REQUIRED TECHNICAL STUDIES D COORDINATION E PERMIT/APPROVALS NOISE STUDY Tm1He Related _ FHWA _ Constmction Related ^ WATER QUALI7Y STUDY _ Discharge Dredged/Fdl matenal (US waters) _ U S Anny Corps of Engineers _ Issues Section 404 Pemnt _ Constmchon m Navtgable Waters _ U S Anny Corps of Engineers _ Section ]0 Permu _ Constmctton of Bndges/Causeways Across _ U S Coazt Guard _ Approves Plans Navtgable Waters _ Constmctton of Bndge _ Cahfomta Regional Water Quality _ Water Quality Control Board Certification _ Stream or Lake Alteration _ Cahfomta Department of Ash & Game _ Section 1601/03 Permit _ NEPA/404 MOU _ FHWA ^ SOLE SOURCE AQUIFER _ EPA (S F Regional Office) _ Contamtnatton Threat ^ COASTAL ZONE _ State Coastal Zone Management agency _ Coastal Zone Consistency (Cahfomta Coastal Commission (CCC)) ^ FLOODPLAIN STUDY' _ Federal Emergrncy Managcment Agency FHWA _ Flood lain Findin ^ WILD & SCENIC RI VERS _ U S Department of lntenor _ Hentage Conservation/Recreation Service ^ BIOLOGY STUDY _ FHWA _ Scc 7 Consultation Cahfomia Department of Fish & Game _ Intndental Take Pemnt ^ WETLANDS STUDY ' _ FHWA/EPA Wetlands Findings _ U S Ash & Wddhfe _ U S Anny Corps of Engineers _ Venfies3uns wetlands National Manne Fishenes Service Agncultural Wetlands _ Natural Resources Conservation Service _ Venfies agn wetlands ^ AIR QUALITY STUDY _ FHWA _ Confomuty Fmdmg ^ FARMLANDS STUDY _ Natural Resources Conservation Sernce _ Venfies pnmelumque _ U S Arm Co s of En necrs _ A roves Conversions HAZARDOUS MATERIAL STUDY _ 1 CALIF EPA, (Cleanup ofHa7ardous Matenal Sites) Departrnent of Toxic Substances Control, Biennial Reports, Lists ofActrve Annual Workplan Sites 2 CALIF OPR, Hazardous Wastes & Substances Sties List, List of Contamina Sites ~ 3 LOCAL, Health & Human Sernces Dcpt , Hazardous Waste Operations Division ' FH WA has responstbdrty for consultation under regulation or interagency agreement or FH WA has responsbtLty fora finding or determination regwred bylaw, regulation or Executive Order A-ity, Page 6-31 ~-' February 1, 1998 EXHIBIT 6-A Local Assistance Procedures Manual Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) Form C REQUIRED TECHNICAL STUDIES D COORDINA710N E PERMIT/APPROVALS ^ SECTION 4(Q EVALUATION •• FHWA _ Makes Detemunahon _ Public OfSctal w/]unsdtcttonal Responsibility SHPO/ACHP (as appropnate) _ DOI/DOAMUD/USDA (as appropnate) ^ SECTION 6(Q EVALUATION _ Park Official DOl VISUAL IMPACT STUDY (AESTHETICS) _ FHWA RELOCATION IMPACTS STUDY _ State & Local Planning Departmems SOC70-ECONOMIC STUDY _ Arrports, Schools, State and Local Planning Departments TRAFFIC _ FHWA SECTION ]06 STUDY • ,(APE Map }~ Caltrans y Determines apphcabdtty of Mmtmal APE FHWA _ Approves APE _ SHPO/ACHP (as appropnate) Local Preservation groups and/or Native _ Amencan Tnbes _ Hrstonc Property Survey Report (HPSR) _ FHWA _ Concurs or Consults with SHPO/ACHP ^ CONSTRUCT-ON/ENCROACH ON STATE LANDS _ Under State Lands Comrmsston Junsdtction _ State Lands Comnusston _ General Penntt/Revtse General Plans Under Caltrans Junsdtctton _ Caltrans _ Encroachment Pemut ^ CONSTRUCTION/ENCROACHMENT _ U S Bureau ofReclamatton _ Encroachment Permit ON FEDERAL LANDS _ Pnvate Land Owner _ Right of Entry Pennrt Additional studies may be regmred for other Federal Agenmes F Public Heating and Public Availability X_ Not Regmred Opportunity for a Public Heating _ Notices ofAvailabthty Public Heating Required Environmental Document ONLY G Preliminary Environmental Document Classification (NEPA) Based on the evaluation of the protect, the environmental document to be developed should be _ Environmental Impact Statement _ Envvonmental Assessment _ Categoncal Excluston, with regmred technical studies (mvolvmg Federal action) _ Programmatic Categoncal Excluston, without regmred technical studies •~ Programmatic Categoncal Excluston, with regmred technical studies (not mvolvmg Federal action) FHWA has responsibility for consultation under regulation or interagency agreement or FHWA has responsibility for a finding or determination regmred bylaw, regulation or Executive Order Page 632 ~~q February 1, 1998 Local Asststance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 6-A Prehmmary Environmental Studies (PES) Form • Prepared by Nancy FeiguSOn, Lllbuin COip. Date9/26/01 Telephone#(909) A90_1818 This document was prepared under my supervision, in accordance with the Loca! Asststance Procedures Manual, Exhibit 6- B, "Instrochons for Com hng the Prel wary Envronmental Study Form " Si nature local a enc , ~~ ~/~~~ r 9~ ~ Z7S0 g g y ~ ~, ~~ Date Telephone # I have reviewed this Preliminary Envtronmental Study (PES) form and determined that the submittal is complete and sufficient 1 concur with the studies to be performed and the recommended level of environmental document (if regmred) Signature DLAE Date Telephone # THE FOLLOWING SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED FOR EAs, EISs, REGULAR CEs, AND (WHEN REQUESTED) FOR PROGRAMMATIC CEs: 1 have reviewed this Prehmmary Environmental Study (PES) form and determined that the submittal is complete and sufficient 1 concur with the studies to be performed and the recommended level of environmental document Signature Distnct Environmental Date Telephone # FHWA REVIEW of PES RECOMMENDED YES ^ NO ^ THE FOLLOWING SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED FOR EAs, EISs, AND (WHEN REQUESTED) FOR REGULAR CEs: H I concur with the studies to be performed and the recommended level of environmental document Signature FHWA Date Telephone # Distribution: On~nal District Local Asststance Engineer Copy Local Agency Pro)ect Files ~~O Page 6-33 February 1,1998 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS A. The Physical Environment 1) Is the project a Type I project as defined in 23 CFR 772.5(h)? No. The Pacific Electric Inland Empire Traill -Rancho Cucamonga section does not alter any ex~shng highways as defined m 23 CFG 772 5(h) The proposed protect ~s the construction of a multi-purpose trail along an abandoned railroad right-of--way 2) Are there water resources within or immediately adjacent to the project area? No The proposed trail comdor, Et~wanda Station and Casa de Cucamonga are not located near any water resources 3) Is the project within a designated sole-source aquifer? No The proposed trail will be located wrthm railroad right-of--way and does not fall wrthm a sole source aquifer 4) Is the project within the State Coastal Zone? No The project site ~s located m San Bemardmo County approximately 60 miles east of the Pacific Ocean 5) Is the construction area located within a regulatory tloodway? Yes The Trail passes through segments of the 100-year flood zone m the following locations. near the intersection of Arrow Route and Grove Avenue and along Grove Avenue, along Foothill Boulevard at the base of Red Hill; and at Haven Avenue Since there will be no habitable structures, and the Trail ~s intended for pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian usage only, no motorized vehicles or heavy egwpment, Trail development wrthm the Flood zone would not result to a public safety hazard 6) Is the project within or immediately adjacent to a Wild and Scenic River System? No The proposed trail follows the former Pacific Electric Rail Road alignment The major creeks in the area are ephemeral and have been improved with concrete lm~ngs. The Trail crosses these channels via bridges 7) Is there a potential for afederally-listed, threatened, or endangered species? No The Trail ~s a clearly defined comdor vegetated with non-native and/or ruderal species. The Trail improvements will be constructed along the outside 15 to 20 feet of both sides of the comdor, with a 45 foot space in the center to be landscaped and reserved for potential future transit use (not reasonably foreseeable and not a part of this project) The area around the aye existing Etiwanda Station ~s currently used as a bu~ldmg materials storage yard with no open space for vegetative growth 8) Is there a potential of wetlands within the construction area? No There are no wetlands (marshes, vernal pools, etc.) m the project vrc~mty. The only riparian areas m the City are along the non-channehzed portions of the mayor creeks, which are typically 2 5 miles northerly of the Trail. 9) Is there a potential for agricultural wetlands within the construction area? No. The site ~s not considered farmland pursuant to Farmland Mapptg and Momtonng Program of the Cahforn~a Resources Agency There are no wetlands m the project v~cimty. 10) Air Quality a) Is the project included in a currently conforming regional transportation plan (RTP)? Yes The proposed multi-use trail ~s included m the San Bemardmo Associated Govenunent (SANBAG) Non-motorized Transportation Plan b) Is the project exempt from the requirement to determine conformity? Yes The Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilrt~es aze exempted from the requirement to determine confonmty under 40 CFR, Chapter I, Part 93 126 11) Is the project in anon-attainment or maintenance area? Yes The project site ~s w~thm a maintenance area according to National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 12) Is there a potential for prime or unique farmlands within the construction area? No The project site ~s an ex~shng, abandoned railroad right-of--way and is not considered farmland pursuant to Farmland Mapping and Momtonng Program of Cahfom~a Resources Agency. 13) Is there a potential for Hazardous Materials within the construction area? An environmental site assessment (ESA) was conducted for the Metropolitan Transportation Agency (MTA) prior to purchasing the property. The ESA ~dentrfied area where clean up would be required The City of Rancho Cucamonga is proposing to remodel and upgrade the grounds of the Etiwanda to loin it into a museum, related to the history of the Pacific Electric Rarlway Prior to any disturbance of the building or site, the City will have the property assessed to aye determine ~f any hazardous matenals are present Appropnate cleanup of the site and building will be undertaken pnor to occupancy 14) Is there any publicly-owned park, or recreation areas within the construction area? No Project site ~s a former railroad route that has been abandoned There aze no pazks or recreation areas currently associated with the nght-of--way. 15) Is there any aesthetically visual resources within the project area? No The project site ~s a hneaz nght-of--way that passes through the City The area has views of the San Gabnel Mountains which will not be affected by the project B) The Social and Economic Environment 16) Will the project require any right of way? No The nght-of--way for the project has been secured by SANBAG. 17) Is the project inconsistent with plans and goals adopted by the community. No The protect ~s included m the Crty's General Plan 18) Will the project be in need of public services other than those presently proposed? No Public services and utilrt~es aze available 19) Will the project involve changes in access control? Yes. The ultimate design of the Tnal includes a hierarchy of street crossings to control access based upon traffic volume and speed The Pacific Electnc Inland Empire Trail will have a total of 18 crossings over its 7 mile length m the City of Rancho Cucamonga Grade separations will be provided at Foothill Boulevard, Camehan Avenue, V~ctona Park Lane, and I-15 Freeway (all have ex~stmg bndges). The ma~onty of access control will be signalized, which includes. Grove Avenue, Baseline Road, Archbald Avenue, Hermosa Avenue, Haven Avenue, Mtll~ken Avenue, Rochester Avenue, Day Creek Boulevazd, Ehwanda Avenue, and East Avenue The remaining lower volume streets will ut~hze flashing beacons for traffic control, including Hellman Avenue, Amethyst Street, Ramona Avenue, and Kenyon Way 20) Will the project involve the use of a temporary road, detour or ramp closure? No The proposed project will be developed on an ex~stmg railroad nght-of--way . 21) Will the project reduce available parking? P~y3 No. The trail master plan includes future transit hnks and staging areas so no parking will be • affected 22) Will the project require future construction to fully utilize the design capabilities included in the proposed project? No. The protect will be designed for full ut~hzation of bicycle, pedestnan and equestnan facilmes. 23) Will the project generate public controversy based on potential environmental effects? No The proposed trail would use an abandoned railroad nght-of--way. Dunng preparatton of the Trail Master Plan, there was an extensive public outreach program that included public workshops on June 8 and July 20, 2000 In addition, survey forms were dtstnbuted throughout the Master Plan study area and posted on the Trail's webs~te. Over 500 responses were received, all m support of the Tnal, and no environmental issues were rased 24) Will project construction encroach on State or Federal Lands? No The length of the protect falls within the railroad nght-of--way 25) Is there National Register listed or potentially eligible historic properties within the construction area? Yes Casa de Cucamonga ~s fisted on the National Register of H~stonc Places (N1UIP-L-73-428). Use of the sae's ex~stmg parking lot as a trailhead by trail users ~s likely to increase awareness of, and v~srtors to, this important h~stonc museum The proposed use will not affect the mtegnty of the h~stonc building or grounds. ~yy City of Rancho Cucamonga NEGATIVE DECLARATION The following Negative Declaretion is being circulated for public review in accordance with the Cali/omia Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code. Project File No.: Paafic Elecfic Inland Empre Trail Public Review Period Closes: October 10, 2001 Project Name: Project Applicant: City of Rancho Cucamonga Project Location (also see attached map). Located wAhm the existing Paafic Electric Railroad nghtof-way, which vanes m width from 80 feet to 100 feet wdhm the aly limits of Rancho Cucamonga Project Description: The proposed protect is the development of approbmately 7 miles ofthe Paafic Electric Inland Empire Trail, aClass Imulti-use bicycle, pedestrian, and separated equestrian trod The protect also includes the acgws~tion of the historic Etiwanda Station for preservation as a museum, and the potential aaluis~6on or use of the historic Casa De Cucamonga, for use as a future transportation park-n-ride and tradhead The total area of development of the trail is appro~nmately 85 acres The total area of development assoaated wrth the use of the Etrvvanda Station for preservation as a museum as a park-n-ride or staging area for the Trail is approwmately 4 acres, for a total of 89 acres of development FINDING This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an InRial Study to determine 'rf the protect may have a signrficant effect on the environment and is proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding: ® The In~6al Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the protect may have a significant effect on the environment ~ The Initial Study identified potentially signficant effects but (1) Revisions m the protect plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this proposed Negative Declaration was released for public reviewwould avob the effects or mitgate the effects to a point where clearly no signifiaant effects would occur, and (2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the protect as revised may have a significant effect on the environment ff 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 projedfile and all related documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 70500 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. r 1 U Date of Determination Adopted By !1~ ANCIiO C I T Y CUCAMONGA Staff Report DATE October 10, 2001 TO Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM Brad Buller, ASLA, Clty Planner BY. Brent Le Count, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT. TIME EXTENSION FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 99-04 - S AND D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, LTD - A time extension requestfor an approved development review fora 3-story, 34,850 square foot hotel and associated master planned development on 5 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7), located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets - APN: 208-352-88 thru 91. Related files. Conditional Use Permit 00-38 (Chipotle) and Conditional Use Permit DRC2001-00203 BACKGROUND The Planning Commission approved the subtect protect on March 23, 1999 At that time, development reviews were approved for atwo-year time period with a provision for time extension to a maximum overall time period of five years Since then the Development Code has been amended to provide five-year approval periods for development reviews with no provisions for time extension The proposed time extension would therefore bring the approval penod for the protect into conformance with current Development Code requirements The site has been rough graded, the main east to west and north to south driveway spines have been installed, and two of the five master planned buildings have been constructed (a dental office and the Kinko's at the northwest corner--lust east of Applebee's restaurant) On February 28 of this year, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 00-38 for a Chipotle restaurant and a fast food drive-thru restaurant on the northeastern pad. Environmental Assessment• The Planning Commission issued a Negative Declaration with approval of the protect on March 23, 1999 A second Negative Declaration was issued with approval of the Chipotle protect (Conditional Use Permit 00-38). The site has been rough graded, most street improvements have been installed, and two of five master planned buildings are constructed No further environmental review is necessary for the requested time extension ITEM B PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 99-04 TE - S AND D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, LTD October 10, 2001 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the requested time extension through adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval with conditions Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB BLC mlg Attachments Exhibit "A" -Applicant's Letter Exhibit "B" -Planning Commission Staff Report dated March 23, 1999 Exhibit "C" -Resolution 99-23 (Approving Development Review 99-04) Resolution of Approval r-1 I~ \_J j;2 S&D RANCHO CUCAMONGA CALIFORNIA, LTD. 5216 SEASCAPE LANE PLANO, TEXAS 75093 972-769-9003 972-769-1110-FAX CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONG JUL 16 20U1 RECEIVED -PLANNING July 6, 2001 Brent LaCount, City Planner City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Dnve P O Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 RE DR99-04 Dear Brent: . This letter will serve as S&D Rancho Cucamonga California, Ltd 's request for an extension of the approval of the above-referenced matter. I Have enclosed a check nn the amount of $549.00 to cover the extension. Thank you for your assistance in this matter If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Enclosure ~Itg ~ ~~ i ~~ ~~~ -off 1"~wE ~t~,~+. --~ct~..¢ R~-e.~x--p u~ l~lblol $3 ~~~' ~ CITY OF RANCHO CUC'~10NGA - STAFF REPORT DATE March 23, 1999 TO Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM Brad Buller, City Planner BY Brent Le Count, AICP, Assoaate Planner _ • SUBJECT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 99-04 - SILVERADOGROUP -A request to bwld a 3-story, 34,860 square foot hotel as part of a master planned development with three other commercial buildings on 5 acres of land in Subarea 7 (Industnal Park) of the Industnal Area Specific Plan located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets -APN 208- 352-82 Related file Parcel Map 15282 PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION A Requested Action Approval of a 3-story hotel and a master plan for development of three other commercal buildings B Surroundmo Land Use and Zoning North - Terra Vista Shopping Center, Community Commeraal District Terra Vista Community Plan South - Offices, Industnal Area Specific Plan Subarea 7 (Industnal Park) East - Magic Wok restaurant, Industnal Area Speafic Plan Subarea 7 (Industnal Park) West - Applebee's restaurant and Brooklyn Deli restaurant (under construction), Industnal Area Specific Plan Subarea 7 (Industnal Park) C General Plan Designations Project Site -Industnal Park North - Community Commeraal South - Industnal Park East - Industnal Park West - Industrial Park D Site Characteristics The site has frontage on both Foothill Boulevard and Laurel Street with existing curb and gutter improvements on both streets The site has been rough graded and slopes at approximately 3 to 4 percent from north to south, with a 14-foot grade difference from Foothill Boulevard to Laurel Street Slopes are proposed along the south side of Foothill Boulevard (down slope) and along the north side of Laurel Street (up slope) to accommodate the grade Slopes along street frontages present a design challenge for screening of parking areas due to the difficulty of providing berms, and a challenge for required handicap access This is espeaally true along the Laurel Street frontage where the site (parking area) is elevated above the street r1 LJ r1 I~ ~~16rr "~„ By PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 99-04 - SILVERADO GROUP March 23, 1999 Page 2 E Parkins Calculations Number of Number of Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces of Use Footage Ratio Required Provided Hotel 124 rooms 1/room 124 128 Office 6,500 1/250 26 28 Retail 3,615 1/250 14 20 Restaurant 6,950 1/100 70 71 TOTAL 234 247 ANALYSIS A General The hotel is intended to serve business travelers It would rely on restaurant and . consumer service uses in the vanity rather than providing them within the hotel At this time, the other three buildings are antiapated to be a restaurant, retail, and business services The project will take primary access from Foothill Boulevard, however, access is also available from Aspen Street to the west, Laurel Street to the south, and Spruce Avenue to the east The hotel budding is proposed to have stucco, brick veneer, and copper roofing The use of brick veneer and copper roofing is intended to compliment the Applebee's restaurant architecture to the northwest B Design Review Committee The Committee (McNiel, Stewart, Henderson) reviewed the protect on March 2, 1999 and requested revisions The Committee (McNiel, Stewart, Henderson) again reviewed the protect on March 16, 1999, and recommended approval with conditions (see Exhibit "G") C Technical Review Committee The Technical and Grading Review Committees reviewed the protect and recommended approval sub/ect to the conditions outlined m the attached Resolution of Approval D Environmental Assessment The applicant completed Part I of the Initial Study and staff has completed Part II Staff has found that there may be a significant noise impact caused by traffic on Foothill Boulevard and Laurel Street A noise study was required to address noise levels and identify mitigation The report found that the traffic noise would be reduced to acceptable levels of the wall and window construction proposed by the protect The site is identified as potential Delhi Sands Flower Loving Fly (DSF) habitat A biological assessment . was conducted which indicates that the site is not swtable DSF habitat No mitigation is necessary If the Planning Commission concurs with these findings, then issuance of a Negative Declaration would be appropriate 1.JS PLANNING COMMISSION~AFF REPORT • DR 99-04 - SILVERADO GROUP March 23, 1999 Page 3 RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review 99-04 through adoption ofthe attached Resolution ofApproval with conditions and issuance of a Negative Declaration City Planner BB BLC mlg Attachments Exhibit "A" Exhibit "B" Exhibit "C" Exhibit "D" Exhibit "E" Exhibit "F" -Site Utilization Map -Site Plan/Master Plan -Grading Plan -Landscape Plan -Hotel Floor Plans -Elevations Exhibit "G" -Design Review Committee Action Agendas dated March 2 & 16, 1999 Exhibit "H" -Initial Study Part II Resolution of Approval with Conditions C r 1 U ~' ~ = 19~! ~ I ' ~^~ ~o I ~I ( (I~~i (I! ~I Fillif I!e tEMtAY ]JAI/t ~~~~~~ ~9}$ yyN 11 c ~ R QM Iln~u'nII ~ ~ 44 1 ys{ V •I ` ~ ~ F ` ~ ;~~~; 59~°~ °a : ~i .. ~~ 5~9~'~ i ~ ~~~~ ~ ° ~ ®~~~~ ~I~ > ~ . y Y e O O ! i O a ` Y Y M A~ Y i 1 tl IInI I' I' IT I1~u~'I II T^'\\ f a V 1 111 ! 1 111 V jI^\\ \ ~~~j~~~~~~ ~V V IIT~IIIY L, ~i 1 i' i])III •JitY ~ar~ss A Q W J 0 Jgj .1 h 0 0 i~ i~ i ii i~ i~ 4 'sr ! ~ ~} `. ~N~y `N - 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I\ I i ,~~ ~ \/ DRC COMMENTS • DR 99-04 - SILVERADO GROUP March 2, 1999 Page 2 6 Provide intensified landscaping, including hedgerow planting and low walls along the Laurel Street frontage to screen views of parking areas from the street 7 Decorative dnveway and pathway pavng shall match that of Applebee's Maionty of Foothill Boulevard entrance dnveway throat should have decorative paving 8 Enclose pool/spa area with a decorative masonry wall and/or wrought iron fence 9 Provide a clearer pedestnan connection from the large parking area to the east and the main hotel entrance Also, consider a pergola extending from the copper roof entry element out into the parking area to further enhance the entry statement 10 Provide a sidewalk, with handicap ramps and striped crosswalks, connecting all three pads along Foothill Boulevard 11 Provide ADA handicap access, with maximum 5 percent grade, to connect from public sidewalk on Foothill Boulevard to on-site (see Comment #10 above) 12 pedestnan pathways appear to be approximately 3 feet in width, which is very tight Suggest at least 4 to 5 feet of width and provision of occasional "nodes" with benches or similar along the paths • 13 Eliminate 3-foot wide pathway along east side of building, which leads to nowhere and replace with landscaping 14 All roof drainage fixtures shall be located inside the bwldmg No exterior down spouts or other drainage fixtures 15 Trash enclosure on south side of bwldmg should be as decorative as possible given proximate to Laurel Street Policv Issues The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the protect design without discussion Any roof-mounted egwpment, such as HVAC, satellite dishes or other form of communication fixtures shall be completely screened through the use of decorative walls that are incorporated into the bwldmg architecture Provide, at a mmwm, one tree per 30 linear feet of budding wall exposed to public view, one tree per 30 linear feet of site perimeter, and one tree per 3 parking spaces to provide shade Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the protect be revised per the above comments and be brought back for further review Design Review Committee Action Members Present Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson • Staff Planner Brent Le Count ~\~ ~ONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS. 8 10 p m Brent Le Count March 16, 1999 GY V In VIYrvIUY I /'~L /"~JJ CJ JIVI CIV 1 /11VU UC V CLV r1V1 CIV I RC V ICV V ~tf-V4 - JILV CRMUV VRVUr - A request to build a 3-story, 34,860 square foot hotel as part of a master planned development with three other retail buildings on 5 acres of land m Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets - APN 208-352-82 Related File Parcel Map 15282 Design Review Committee Action Members Present Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson Staff Planner Brent Le Count The Committee (McNiel, Stewart, Henderson) reviewed the revised protect and recommended approval subject to the following 1 The alignment of the main driveway intersection near the center portion of the site shall have as little offset as possible 2 Brick veneer shall have 90 degree angled pieces for corner treatment to avoid a grout line at building comers 3 Staff shall verify with Bwlding and Safety Diwsion that the light roof material proposed can handle seasonal high winds ~~~ u BACKGROUND City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II Project File: Development Review 99-04 2. Related Files: 3. Description of Project: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 99-04 - SILVERADO GROUP - A request to build a 3-story, 34,860 square foot hotel as part of a master planned development with three other retail buildings on 5 acres of land m Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets - APN 208-352-82 Related File Parcel Map 15282 4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Silverado Group 7514 Brava Street La Costa, CA 92009 5. General Plan Designation: General Industrial 6. Zoning: Industrial Area Specific Plan Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) 7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The site has frontage on both Foothill Boulevard and Laurel Street with existing curb and gutter improvements on both streets The Applebee's restaurant is located to the northwest and the Brooklyn Deli restaurant is under construction to the southwest To the east is the Magic Wok restaurant The Terra Vista shopping center is to the north across Foothill Boulevard and to the south lie offices. 8. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Diwsion 10500 Ciwc Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 9. Contact Person and Phone Number: Brent Le Count (909) 477-2750 Initial Study for ~ ~ty of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this pro)ect, Involving at least one Impact that is "Potentially Slgnlficant Impact," "Potentially Slgnlficant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Slgnlficant Impact" as Indicated by the checklist on the following pages ()Land Use and Planning (-~ TransportatioNCirculation ()Public Services ()Population and Housing (~ Biological Resources ()Utilities and Service Systems (~ Geological Problems ()Energy and Mineral Resources (~ Aesthetics (~ Water ()Hazards ()Cultural Resources ()fur Quality (-7 Noise ()Recreation ()Mandatory Findings of Significance DETERMINATION On the basis of this Initial evaluation (/) I find that the proposed pro)ect COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment A NEGATIVE DECLARATION well be prepared () I find that although the proposed pro)ect 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 pro)ect, or agreed to, by the applicant A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared () I find that the proposed pro)ect MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required () I find that the proposed pro)ect 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 descnbed 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 pro)ect 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 pro)ect Signed `-'~'^~ Brent Le Count Associate Planner March 1, 1999 n ~72~ Initial Study for ~ ~ty of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-1}4 Page 3 Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Gwdelines, an explanation is required for all "Potentially Sigmficant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Sigmficant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS PobnluJy spnrTiCrn MpW Lsu Wars rd Supportnp htlameUOn Saaces Paentally Unbas Then Spndsaml Milpatrn SpnYraa No Im hn hn 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal a) Conflict with general plan designation or zomng~ () ( ) () (/) b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or pollees adopted by agenaes with lunsdiction over the prolect~ () () () (/) c) Be incompatible with existing land use m the wcwty~ O O O (/) d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established commumty~ () () () (/) • Paenaaly SpnRIUM hoped Lsss Issuea vd Supporlmp Intormaron Sdacos Paenluly Unbw Than Spneimnl MNpehon SpMrara No Im I ed Im Im 2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal. a) Cumulatively exceed offiaal regional or local population projections? () () () (/) b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e g ,through projects m an undeveloped area or extension of major mfrastructure)~ () () () (,i) c) Displace existing housing, espeaally affordable housmg~ O O O (/) Paearlly Issuea and Suppatap htlamaion Sources SlBndkara Impact Lass PaeMrlty Unbss Than $pnGlmnl MNpelpn Spndlcent Na Im I tee Im Im 3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result rn or expose people to potential impacts mvolwng a) Fault ruptures ( ) () () (/) 62\ Initial Study for ~ ~ty of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 4 PatantuAy dram S Iswee and Suppateq 4dermae"n Sovoa M pM Lesa Paeniwly Unbaa Than Sh~dwenl MepaWn Spndrenl No Im p Inw ea Im a Im a b) Seismic ground shakings () () () (/) c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefactions () () () (/) d) Seiche hazards () () () (/) e) Landslides or mudflows~ () () () (/) f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable sod conddions from excavation, grading, or filly () () () (/) g) Subsidence of the lands () () () (/) h) Expansive soils? () () (/) ( ) i) Umque geologic or physical features? () () () (/) Comments: h) According to Figure V-5 of the General Plan, the site contains Tulunga-Delhi sod assoaation which "may have sod beanng capacities that could limit some development Structures proposed on this soil type should be permitted only after a site speafic investigation has been performed that indicates the soils can adequately support the weight of the structure " A sods report will be required pnor to issuance of permits The impact is not considered significant Paenwuy Sgndwn 4npea Lsu PelenWlly Unbu Then laauea nE suppaNOq IMarmawi Sousa Spndrant M2paem Spndrant No Im a 1 ed Im Im 4. WATER. ill the proposal result ~n a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoffs () () (/) ( ) 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 () () () (/) • v22 Irntial Study for • ~y of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-174 Page 5 Polatllaly SpnRicent Impact Lsss bauea anE Supportrcp IeMOnnehm Bastes PasnbalN Unbss Than SpnRicenl Mrtpallon SpnAlceM No Im as I tatl Im Im a f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an agwfer 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 () ( ) () (/) Q Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supphes~ O O O (/) Comments• a) The pro/act will increase the amount of surface runoff due to the amount of hard scape proposed However, the drainage will be conveyed to factlities designed to handle the flows The impact is not considered significant i PaenCaly Spn~nt Impel Less lasues aril Suppatsp InMmetron Sauces PoleMUly SpnfiraM Unbu Mapetan than Sgndranl No Im a I ed Im Im a 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposa/• a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or protected air quality violations () ( ) () (/) b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants () () () (/) c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or cause any change in climates () () () (/) d) Create obtectionable odors () () () (/) Paenllaly Spnlficant Impact Lana Issues attl Supportap Inbrmelan Sauces Pamtuly Unbss Than SpnRkeM MRpeeon Spndpenl No Im ed I tad Im Im 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result rn a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion 623 Initial Study for • ~ty of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 6 Polenbalty SpnRicanl Impel leu lasues enE Supporting Inlorme4on Spaces Pdeneelty SpnRraM Unbes MNpatwn Than SpnRKxnt No Im I raletl Im ad Im ed b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g , sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e g ,farm egwpment)~ () ( ) () (/) c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses () ( ) () (/) d) Insuffiaent parking capacity on-site or off-sites () ( ) () (/) e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists () () () (/) f) Conflicts with adopted pollees supporting alternatroe transportation (e g ,bus turnouts, bicycle racks) () () () (/) g) Red or air traffic impacts O O O (/) Comments: a) The pro/ect will generate additional vehicular movement The City's General Plan and Industrial Area Specific Plan address the short term and long term cumulative traffic impacts upon surrounding streets Based on this information, the proposed protect has no potential to alter the present pattern of circulation The impact is not considered significant Pdenrlty Spnerarit Impel Lesa Pddtllelty Unbu Then Inuee enA Supporlrp tn(armeuon Saacea Spn~nl Mdpebon Slpndlranl No Im Inco raleE nn Im 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result m impacts to a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their habitats (including, but not limited to plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds) O O (/) ( ) b) Locally designated speces (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 veinal pool) () () () (/) e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corndors~ () () () (/) DZ~ Imtlal Study for • ~ty of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 7 • Comments: a) The U S Flsh and Wildlife Service Identifies the prolect area as potential habitat for the Delhi Sands Flower Loving Fly (DSF) As a result, habitat assessment and biological survey were required to determine potential impacts to the DSF habitat These surveys, which were conducted by a biologist permitted by the U S Fish and Wildlife Service to conduct surveys for DSF Results of the surveys (Tierra Madre Consultants, Inc, December 28, 1998) indicated that the site does not contain adequate DSF habitat since there is a lack of actual Delhi series sods present, the site has been disturbed through rough grading practices, and there are not extensive areas of exposed sand No other unique, rare, or endangered animal species are known to be located on the prolect site PgenUally SpnRCent dnpetl Lew lavw~ entl SyyMrp trdormahon Savcsa Potaaully SpMCarn Urlbss Mrtpahon Then $pnl/KJlII No hn tl I ted MI Im 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 manners () () () (/) 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 States () () () (/) Potxalely $IQlIIeWM Impact Lew leww entl Supponep InMmehon Bootee Pobm,aly Spnifimnl Unbw Mrtpalm Than Spnllrsnl No Im tl I Im Im 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to oil, pestiades, chemicals, or radiation) () ( ) () (/) b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plant () () () (/) c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazards () () () (/) d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards () () () (/) e) Increased fire hazard In areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees () () () (/) ~Z~ Initial Study for • ~y of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 8 Potentaly SgnRw+t Impel Lase laves anC Supportaq 4tlormebon Souwa PalemmAy SpnRrent Unbss MNpeWn Tien SpMeam No Im tl I ed Im Im 10. NOISE. lMll the proposal result in a) Increases in existing noise levels () () (/) ( ) b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels () () (/) ( ) Comments: a) The prolect will mcrease existing noise levels because the site is currently vacant However, the mcrease will be nominal in relation to ex~stmg surrounding development and traffic The impact is not considered significant b) According to Figure V-9 of the General Plan, the site is subject to future noise levels between 60 and 65 dB CNEL New construction may only be undertaken after a detailed analysis of the noise reduction regwrements is made and needed noise insulation features included m the prolect design A noise study was conducted (P A Pardini and Assoaates, February 26, 1999) which indicated that the maximum ultimate exterior traffic noise level impacting the building is 65 td6 CNEL which results m a maximum interior noise level of 40 dB CNEL with windows closed The building is proposed to have closed windows with individual air conditioning units for each room Therefore, the traffic noise is mitigated via prolect design The impact is not considered significant Palsmwlty Sgnui®nt knPetl Laae Issues W Suppanrq Wormelbn Sourros Pdeneally SpnMrant UMess Mmpetm Then SpnKram No hn I ed Im Im 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 protections O O O (/) b) Police protections O O O (/) c) Schools? () () () (/) d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads () () () (/) e) Other governmental services () () () (/) ~j2lP Irntial Study for . ~y of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-1)4 Page 9 l~l `J Comments: PdenaaPy SgnRkenl Impea Lass Isu»s aM Supportap 4dormahon Soucss Paen4aly Spndmra Unbas MM1paron Than Spnk'vni No Im rMea Im p Im p 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result m a need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following utd~t~es. a) Power or natural gasp () () () (/) b) Communication systems () () () (/) c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution faalities~ () () () (/) d) Sewer or septic tanks () () () (/) e) Storm water dramage~ () () () (/) f) Solid waste disposals () () () (/) g) Local or regional water supplies () () () (/) Palealally Spndranl Impap Lela Issues a~M S~pporimp Infametron Bourse PdaMUly Spndaznl Unksa MM1pelron Then Spndlpnl No Im ap I led Im Im p 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highways () () () (/) b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect c) Create light or glare? O O (/) O c) New light and glare will be created since the site is currently vacant However, a Standard Condition ofApproval will regwre the preparation of a photometric diagram to demonstrate that no light or glare will be cast upon adjacent properties or public rights-of-way The impact is not considered significant • Paanlully Sgndimd Impep Lass bausa anE S~gponaq Infamaaon Sours PaeM~elly S~dmenl Unbss MRpetbn Then SgJ/ceta Na Im p I ed Im hn 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal a) Disturb paleontological resources b) Disturb archaeological resources c) Affect historical or cultural resources? O O U (/) ~' 24 Initial Study for •- ~y of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 10 Pgmllely SpnErant hoped Lpt leeuu erM Supportrp Irilartnehan Sauce PotenWlly Unlua Tun SpnA~I,1 MNpelpn SpnRkeni No Im tl I ed Im Im etl d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values e) Restnct existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact areas () () () (/) PatsMUly Spndl~l ImPerl Less Issun v~C ~~ ~~ Pa1x0vAy UnWS Tun Spndmnl M~pe4on Spnlfrart No Im I eC Im tin 15. RECREATION. Would the proposal a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational faalities~ () () () (/) b) Affect existing recreational opportunities () () () (/) Polentuly sgnm~m Impetl Lsu ~~ an0 S~~ ~~ Souse PotaMUDy Unkee Tun Spmfom Mepelon SgMinnl No Im I eG Im Im 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Potential to degrade: Does the protect 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 restnct the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major pencils of California history or prehistory b) Shoot term: Does the protect 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 m a relatively bnef, definitive pencil of time Long-term impacts will endure well into the future ) O O O (/) C~ ~j2`b Initial Study for ~ ~y of Rancho Cucamonga DR 99-04 Page 11 Pgemially • Spndxant Impeq Len loon aritl Supportmp Inlormatan Sovw PgmWIN Unbsa Than Spndcenl MM1paLOn S~diwrt No Im ad I tee Im Im aq 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 m connection with the effects of past protects, 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 mdirectly~ () () () (/) EARLIER ANALYSES Earlier analyses maybe used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed m an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration per • Section 15063(c)(3)(D) The effects identified above for this protect were within the scope of and adequately analyzed m the following earlierdocument(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 m 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 (CertifiedApnl6, 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) APPLICANT CERTIFICATION I certify that I am the applicant for the protect 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 clearly no significant environmental effects would occur • Signature Print Name and Title Date l~~- \ . RESOLUTION NO 99-23 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO 99-04, A REQUEST TO BUILD A 3-STORY, 34,860 SQUARE FOOT HOTEL AS PART OF A MASTER PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH THREE OTHER COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS ON 5 ACRES OF LAND IN SUBAREA 7 (INDUSTRIAL PARK) OF THE INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD BETWEEN ASPEN AND SPRUCE STREETS, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN 208-352-82 A Recitals 1 Sdverado Group has filed an application for the approval of Development Review No 99- 04, as described in the title of this Resolution Hereinafter m this Resolution, the subject Development Review request is referred to as "the application " 2 On the 23rd day of March 1999, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date All legal preregwsites 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 specificaily finds that ali 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 March 23, 1999, including written and oral staff reports, this Comm~ss~on hereby specifically finds as follows a The application applies to property located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets with a street frontage of 563 feet on Foothtll Boulevard and 309 feet on Laurel Street and lot depth of 395 feet and is presently vacant, and b The property to the north of the subject site is developed with the Terra Vista Shopping Center, the property to the south consists of offices, the property to the east is vacant and occupied by a restaurant, and the property to the west is developed with a restaurant and a restaurant under construction, and c The project includes berming and landscaping along street frontages to screen views of parking from the streets, and d The protect is consistent with Industrial Area Specific Plan objectives m that ~t provides convenient services to workers and business visitors as weli as the needs of local businesses, and ~X~16t( ~~ 1 ~~ ~~ PLANNING COMMISSION~SOLUTION NO 99-23 DR 99-04 - SILVERADO GROUP March 23, 1999 Page 2 e The protect is consistent with Industrial Area Speafic Plan obfectives in that it provides high quality architecture compatible with existing development and is a positive enhancement to the immediate area 3 Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth m paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows That the proposed protect is consistent with the obtectives of the General Plan; and b That the proposed use is in accord with the obtectives of the Development Code and the purposes of the district m which the site is located, and c That the proposed use is m 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 mtunous to properties or improvements m the wcmdy 4 Based upon the facts and information contained m 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 protect will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration 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 gwdelmes promulgated thereunder, that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independenttudgment ofthe 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 protect, 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 forthe protect, there is no evidence that the proposed protect will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends Further, based upon 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 m 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 subtect to each and every condition set forth below and m the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference Planning Division 1) The alignment of the main driveway intersection near the center portion of the site shall have as little offset as possible U3\ PLANNING COMMISSION•SOLUTION NO 99-23 • ' DR 99-04 - SILVERADO GROUP March 23, 1999 Page 3 2) Provide enhanced paving, stop signs, and other vehicle control measures to enhance vehicle safety at the main driveway intersection near the center portion of the site 3) Provide terraced retaining wall(s) along the Laurel Street frontage where slope grade is 2 1 or steeper 4) Brick veneer shall have 90 degree angled pieces for corner treatment to avoid a grout line at bwldmg corners 5) Provide a bench at the northeast corner of the bwldmg 6) Provide Palm tree planting around entire bwldmg to the satisfaction of the City Planner 7) Prowde variation and undulation in slopes along street frontages to eiiat a softer, more natural appearance 8) Provide dense shrub planting, including hedgerow planting along the Laurel Street frontage to screen view of parking areas from the street 9) Copper roof material on Porte-cochere element shall be real copper • 10) Provide double door foyer design for main hotel entry on east side of bwldmg to mdigate seasonal high winds 11) Provide dense tree planting around hotel entrance to enhance entry statement and to mitigate seasonal high winds 12) Decoratve driveway paving and parking lot light standards shall match that of the Applebee's restaurant to the northwest 13) All roof drainage features shall be located inside the bwldmg No exterior down spouts 14) Enclose pool/spa area with a decorative masonry wall and/or wrought iron fence 15) Any roof or ground mounted egwpment shall be completely screened from view Engineering Division 1) Provide a right turn lane from the Foothill Boulevard drive approach with Standard Drawing No 119 The right turn lane shall be 11 feet wide and at least 210 feet long, including the transition Sidewalk shall be 6 feet wide curb adtacent along the right turn lane and should meander for the balance of the protect frontage The driveway shall be 35 feet wide at the right-of-way. 2) Parcel Map 15282 shall be recorded, prior to issuance of bwldmg permits X32 PLANNING COMMISSIO~SOLUTION NO 99-23 • DR 99-04 - SILVERADO G UP March 23, 1999 Page 4 3) The vacation of that portion of vehicular access rights to Foothill Boulevard regwred for the protect shall be processed through the City and approved, pnor to the issuance of bwlding permits 4) A contribution m lieu of construction for the Foothill Boulevard median island shall be paid to the City as indicated below The amount of the contribution shall be prorated on a per acre basis from the total contribution attributable to Parcel Map 10444 That total contribution shall be one-half the cost of the median (estimated at $60 00 per linear foot) times the length of the Foothill Boulevard frontage from a protection of the westerly right-of-way line for Aspen Street to a protection of the westerly right-of-way line for Spruce Avenue a) Contribution for Parcel 4 (Development Review 99-04) of Tentative Parcel Map No 15282 shall be paid, prior to approval of the final parcel map b) Contribution for Parcels 1, 2, and 3 of Tentative Parcel Map No 15282 shall be paid, pnor to bwlding permit issuance for these parcels 5) Parkway shall slope at two percent from the top of curb to 1-foot behind the sidewalk along all street frontages 6) All frontage improvements shall be installed with the first parcel to develop in Tentative Parcel Map 15282 7) To reflect new or relocated improvements, existing Street Improvement Plan No 404 shall be revised by a registered avil engineer Plan check fees will be regwred 6 The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 23RD DAY OF MARCH 1999 PLANNING CO,~MISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY an ATTEST 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 23rd day of March 1999, by the following vote-to-wit . AYES COMMISSIONERS MACIAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES COMMISSIONERS NONE ~33 ABSENT COMMISSIONERS NONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS PROJECT # Development Review 99-04 SUBJECT RC Hotel APPLICANT Stlverado Group LOCATION South side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Streets ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACTTHE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: General Requirements I ComotetlonDale 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 conddion The developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced, participated in, or consummated, aMello-Roos Community Faalities District (CFD) for the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection Distract to finance construction and/or maintenance of a fire station to serve the development The station shall be located, designed, and built to all specifications of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection Distract, and shall become the District's property upon completion The equipment shall be selected by the Distract in accordance with its needs In any building of a station, the developer shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations The CFD shall be formed by the Distract and the developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planners 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 Time Umits 1 Approval shall expire, unless extended by the Planning Commission, if building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 months from the date of approval -/-/- -/- - - -/- - -/. s~.t,t~ L',3y C. D. PrgeCt No DR W-0A Comoletlon Oata Stte 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 to the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations, and the Industrial Area Spectfic Plan 2 Prior to any use of the protect site or business acttwry being commenced thereon, all Conditions _/_/_ of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Ctty Planner 3 Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Budding 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 Bwldtng and Safety Division to show compliance The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy 4 Revised site plans and bulding elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be _/_/_ submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the tssuance of building permits 5 All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for _/_/_ consistency prior to tssuance 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 Spectfic Plans to effect at the hme of budding permd 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 tssuance of bulding permits Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of shielding so as not to adversely affect adtacent 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 Shopping Centers 1 The Master Plan is approved in concept only Future development for (each building pad/parcel) _/_/_ shall be sub/ect to separate DevelopmenUDesign Review process for Planning Commission approval Modifications to the Shopping Center Master Pian shall be sub/ect to Planning Commission approval Z 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 tssuance of building permits f Provide for the following design features in each trash enclosure, to the satisfaction of the Ctty Planner a Architecturally integrated into the design of (the shopping center/the pro/ect) /_/_ =c.,,,~ 2 ~3S • . Pmleot No DR'M-fN 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 wew 4 Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours 5 The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and m no event shall trash and debris remain for more than 24 hours 6 Signs shall be conveniently posted for "no overnight parking" and for "employee parking only " 7 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 actrvrties shall not create any noise that would exceed an • exterior noise level of 60 d6 during the hours of 10 p m until 7 a m and 65 d8 during the hours of l 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 Textured pavement shall be provided across circulation aisle, pedestrian walkway, and plaza They shall be of brick/tile pavers, exposed aggregate, integral colorconcrete, orany combination thereof Full samples shall be submitted for Crty Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of bwlding permits All future building pads shall be seeded and irrigated for erosion control Detailed plans shall be included rn the landscape and irrigation plans to be submitted for Planning Division approval prior to the issuance of bwlding permits 10 The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program It shall include the plaza area bghbng fixtures, bwlding lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot fighting fixtures 11 All future protects within the shopping center shall be designed to be compatible and consistent with the architectural program established 12 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 Crty Planner . prior to the issuance of building permits sc ina95 3 ~-~~+' Comolatlon Dala -~-~- - -~- -~- - -~-~- -~-~- -~- - -~- - _~-~. -~- - -~- - - -~- -~- - -f- - -~- . -~-~- -f- - F. • • P 99-0J N rotect o DR Comoiation Data Butldtng Design • 1 All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or _/_/_ pro/ections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from ad/scent properties and streets as required by the Planning Drnsion Such screening shall be architecturally Integrated with the budding design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner Details shall be included in building plans 2 For commercial and Industrial pro/acts, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main _/ /_ building colors 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 1_I_ 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 ad/scent 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 CIry standards and all driveway aisles, entrances, _/_/ and exits shall be striped per Ciry standards • 5 Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, Ciry Engineer, and Rancho _/_/_ Cucamonga Fire Protection Distract review and approval pnor to issuance of building permds 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 cars stacking into the public rightof-way 6 Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more _I_/_ parking stalls Designate two percent or one stall, whichever is greater, of the total number of stalls for use by the handicapped 7 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 8 Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily _/_/_ residential pro/acts 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 requred are 2 5 percent of the regwred 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. 3 Carpool and vanpool designated off-street parking close to the building shall be provided for _/_/_ • commercial, office, and industrial faalities at the rate of 10 percent of the total parking area If covered, the vertical clearance shall be no less than 9 feet 5~ ,,,~ 4 63~- • • Proieq No DR 9°.M Completion Date ~1 LJ 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 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 I _/_/_ 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 less 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 hetght 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 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, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming Any damaged, dead, diseased, ordecaying plant material shall be replaced within 30 days from the date of damage -/- _-/- The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be Included _/_/. in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to Clty Planner review and approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the Engineering Division Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering I _/_/_ sidewalks (with horizontal change), and Intensified landscaping, Is required along Foothill Boulevard and Laurel Street 10 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 11 All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment If located in public maintenance areas, the _/_/_ design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division sc v,v9s 5 j~J~ • • Proieot No DR 99-0., ComDletlon Date 12 Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for Clty Planner review and approval _/_/_~ prior to Issuance of building permits These criteria shall encourage the natural growth characteristics of the selected tree species 13 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 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 A Uniform Slgn Program for this development shall be submitted for Ctty Planner review and _/_/_ approval prior to Issuance of building permits APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: Site Development Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction All plans shall be _/_/_ marked with the protect file number (i e , DR 99-04) 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 Issuance of relative permits Please contact the Building . and Safety Division for copies of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts Prior to Issuance of building permits for a new commercial or Industrial development or addthon _/ / 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 Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation and _/_/_ prior to Issuance of building permits 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 J. 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 Butlding Code for required occupancy separation(s) 3 Roofing material shall be Installed as for wind-resistant roof covering at wind velocity not less than 90 mph 4 Plans for food preparation areas shall be approved by County of San Bernardino Environmental Health Services prior to issuance of buliding permits -/- - -/- - -/-/- -/-/- • 5~ ,,,~ 6 631 Dedication and Vehicular Access CemplltlOn Di[! ~. Gradmg Gradmg of the subfect property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, Clty Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices The final grading plan shall be In substantial conformance with the approved grading plan A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to perform such work PrgM No DR 99-0J _/-~ -/- _ The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits APPLICANTSHALL CONTACTTHE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: L. • M Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&R's or by deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building permits, where no map is involved Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be dedicated to the City 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 Street Improvements All public Improvements Qntenorstreets, drainage facdlhes, commurnty trails, paseos, landscaped areas, etc) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to Clty Standards Interior street Improvements shall Include, but are not Ilmlted to, curb and gutter, AC pavement, drive approaches, sidewalks, street Ilghts, and street trees Construct the fallowing perimeter street Improvements including, but not Ilmlted to Slreel Name Curb d Gutter A C Pvml Side- walk Dnve Appr Slreel Lights Slreel Trees Comm Trell Median laland Brke Trail Otner Foothill Blvd B C X X D F Laurel Street X E X F . 3 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 (d) If so marked, an In-lieu of construction fee shall be provided for this item (e) Reconstruct existing drive approach 35 feet wide (f) Post R26 or R25(s) signs Improvement Plans and Construction Street improvement plans, Including street trees, street Ilghts, and Intersection safety Ilghts on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil sc • ursr~s 7 to -/-/- -/-/- -/- -/-- -/- - -/-/- - -/- • • Pm~M NO DR O9.M 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 Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a construction permd shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office m adddion to any other permits required Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit, and interconnect conduct shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer Signal condwt with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction protect along mator or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and interconnect wrong 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 duetted by the City Engmeer f Existing City roads regwnng construction shall remain open to traffic at all Umes 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 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 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 protect intersections, including driveways Local residential street intersections and commercial or industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required Com01e0on Dala - -/- -/-- -/- - r~ LJ / / --- • -/- - -/- - - -/. -/-/. -/- - 6 A permit shall be obtained from Caltrans for any work within the following right-of-way Foothill _/_/_ Boulevard N. Public Maintenance Areas 1 A signed consent and waiver form to loin and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting Districts shall be filed with the City Engmeer prior to final map approval or issuance of bwldmg permits whichever occurs first Formation costs shall be,b1orne by the developer sc-msr~s t3 6 t ~ _/-/- • ~. Utilities Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water, gas, electric power, telephone, and cable N (all underground) in accordance with the Utility Standards Easements shall be provided as regwred The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the regwrements of the Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Ftre Protection District, and the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino A letter of compliance from the CCWD is regwred 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 protects APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT, (909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: P. General Fire Protection Conditions Mello Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this protect 2 Fire flow regwrement shall be 3,000 gallons per minute . X a Afire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel pnor to water plan approval X b For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants shall be conducted by the builderldeveloper and witnessed by fire department personnel after construction and pnor to occupancy 3 Fire hydrants are requved All regwred public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable pnor to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i a ,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, d any, wdl be determined by the Fire Dtstnct Ftre Dtstnct standards require a 6-inch user with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet this standard Contact the Fire Safety Diwsion for speafications on approved brands and model numbers 5 Prior to the tssuance 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 regwred fire protection system 6 Hydrant reFlectrve markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to final inspection 7 An automatic fire extingwshing system(s) will be required as noted below • X Per Rancho Cucamonga Ftre Protection District Ordinance 15 Pmtecl NO DR 90-01 Com0lellon Date /_ /_ /_ /_ _/- /- -!-/- -/- _ -!-/- -!-/- -/- _ -/- _ -!- -!- - -/-/- 5~.,,t~ 9 4y2 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 Ftre Safety Division to determine if the sprinkler system is adequate for proposed operations Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of sprinkler system A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15 X California Code Regulations Title 24 10 Roadways within protect shall comply with the Fve District's fire lane standards, as noted X All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 22 11 Ftre department access shall be amended to faalitate emergency apparatus Prole[l No OR g9~ Lomoletlon Oata /_/_ -/-/- - -/- - -/- -/-/- - -/- 12 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 13 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 14 A building directory shall be requred, as noted below X Standard Dvectory In main lobby ~ _/_/_ 15 A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final Inspection Proof of purchase shall _/_/_ be submitted prior to final budding plan approval Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific details and ordering Information 16 $677 00 Fire Dtstnct fee(s), and a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho _!_/_ Cucamonga Flre Protection District prior to Bwldtng and Safety permd Issuance " A Flre District fee in the amount of $132 00 shall be paid at the time of Water Plan submittal "Note Separate plan check fees for fire protection systems (sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc)and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon submittal of plans 17 Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction In accordance with 1994 UBC, UFC, _/_/_ UPC, UMC, NEC, and RCFD Standards 22 and 15 APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: O. 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 5~ ,,,~ ,o by 3 f•_J i ., -~ Protect No DR 99-0J Comoletlon Date 2 All buildings shall have minimal security Itghting 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 I _/_/_ R. Secunty Hardware 1 A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors / / 2 All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either Iron bars, metal gates, _/_/_ or alarmed S. Secunty Fencing 1 When utilizing security gates, a Knox box sub-master system security device shall be used since _/_/_ fire and law enforcement can access these devices T. Windows 1 All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted _/_/_ from frame or track in any manner 2 Store front windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic / / Building Numbering 1 Numbers and the backgrounds shall be ofcontrasting color and shall be reFlectrve for nighttime _/_/_ wsbihty ~~ SC 1n9t94 1 ~ ~~ 1 RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST FOR AN EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY APPROVED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 99-04 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 3-STORY, 34,850 SQUARE FOOT HOTEL AND ASSOCIATED MASTER PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ON 5 ACRES OF LAND IN THE INDUSTRIAL PARK DISTRICT (SUBAREA 7), LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD BETWEEN ASPEN AND SPRUCE STREETS, ANO MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN 208-352-88 THRU 91 A Recitals 1 S and D Rancho Cucamonga, LTD , filed an application for the extension of the approval of the Development Review 99-04, as descnbed in the title of this Resolution Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject time extension request is referred to as "the application " 2 On March 23, 1999, this Commission adopted its Resolution No 99-23, thereby approving Development Review 99-04 subtect to speafic conditions and time limits and adopting a Negative Declaration Subsequently, the site was rough graded, two buildings were completed, and all Foothill Boulevard street improvements installed 3 On the 10th day of October 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date 4 All legal prerequisites pnor to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred B Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planrnng Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows 1 This Commission hereby specrically 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 dunng the above- referenced meeting on October 10, 2001, including wntten and oral staff reports, this Commission hereby specfically finds as follows a The previously approved Design Review is insubstantial compliance month the Citys current General Plan, specfic plans, ordinances, plans, codes and polices, and b The extension of the Design Review approval will not cause significant inconsistenaes with the current General Plan, specific plans, ordinances, plans, codes and polices, and . c The extension of the Design Review approval is not likelyto cause public health and safety problems, and d The extension is within the time limits established by the Development Code Sys PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO DR 99-04 TE - S AND D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, LTD October 10, 2001 Page 2 3 Based upon the findmgs and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby grants a time extension for Development Review Applicant Expiration DR 99-04 S and D Rancho Cucamonga, Ltd March 23, 2004' ' The applicant is advised that no further extensions are allowed 4 The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2001 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY Lany 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 10th day of October, 2001 by the following vote-to-wit AYES COMMISSIONERS NOES COMMISSIONERS ABSENT COMMISSIONERS 6ylo lJ T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO C U C A M O N G A Staff Report DATE: October 10, 2001 TO. Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM. Brad Buller, Clty Planner BY• Brent Le Count, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PEFiMiI 97-23 - LAKttS l 1 W INJ SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) - A request to allow service to patrons 18 years and older for an existing restaurant with sports bar and grill including entertainment, dancing, amusement devices, and on-site consumption of alcoholic beverages, in the Community Commercial Distnct (Subarea 3), located at 10134 Foothill Boulevard -APN 1077-601-07 Related file Entertainment Permit 00-02. ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT 00-02 - LAKEES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) - A request to renew an entertainment permit to allow, disc jockey music, dancing, satellite television, and amusement devices (pool tables, dart boards), and allow service to patrons less than 21 years of age in conjunction with a bar and restaurant in the Community Commercial District (Subarea 3), located at 10134 Foothill Boulevard -APN 1077-601-07. Related file. Conditional Use Permit 97-23 BACKGROUND The Planning Commission approved the subject nightclub and sports bar on December 10, 1997. The applicant opened the nightclub and sports bar in February of 2000. In October 2000, the applicant received Planning Commission approval for an Increase in hours of operation so that the club may stay open until 2 00 a.m., seven nights a week. Earlier this year, the Twins Club was violating their permit by serving underage patrons for several months After several Police and Flre calls, as well as a request from the Planning Division to cease the underage service, the applicant compiled and discontinued doing so The applicant has since developed a control plan, and is now officially requesting to be allowed to serve patrons 18 years and older on Tuesday and Thursday nights, and for renewal of their current Entertainment Permit 00-02. COMPLAINT HISTORY: . A. Nelohborhood Issues: The business is surrounded to the north and east by single-family residences, and to the west by a convenience store and transient apartments. During the first few months of operation, staff received complaints from George Guidera, the property owner to the east of the Twins Club Mr Guidera again complained in October of 2000, lust after the ITEMS C 8 D PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT CUP97-23MOD AND EP00-02 - LAKEES -TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL October 10, 2001 • Page 2 Planning Commission's last action on the protect about trash being thrown over the Twins Club's easterly fence line onto his property, irrigation overspray, overgrown weeds on the club's site, and excessive glare from its security lighting. Staff investigated the complaints and found many of them to be true. The Twins Club operators were contacted and made a verbal commitment to resolve the situation Since that time, the Twins Club has installed a low wall along the east property line, and re-aimed the irrigation to spray west instead of east to mitigate overspray Additionally, they have re-aimed the security lighting to avoid casting glare to the east, and have offered to Mr. Gwdera to have Twins Club staff clean up any trash that gets tossed over the fence, however, Mr. Guidera has refused. Staff has not heard from Mr. Guidera since October of 2000 Mr Gilbert Ramos, owner of the "stone house° lust east of the Twins Club complained in February of this year about trash and debris in the drainage swale along the east side of the Twins bwlding, loud music with the back door open at night time, and fights and yelling in the parking area. The Twins Club said they pay special attention to maintaining the cleanliness of the swale area along the east side of the building, and also have a security guard patrol this area several times a night. Mr. Ramos has not complained again about these problems Finally, staff received a complaint from a homeowner on Hampshire Street, south of the B C Cafe (they would not provide name or address for fear of retribution) about Twins Club patrons parking in the B C. Cafe parking lot who yell and fight, and toss trash over into the rear . yards of homes along Hampshire Street Staff notified the Twins Club aboutthe problem, who then provided security guards to patrol the B.C. Cafe parking lot to try and discourage patrons from continwng to use the parking lot The Twins Club claim that for the past two months no patrons have used the B.C. Cafe parking lot, however, the proposed security plan (Exhibit "B°) indicates two security guards stationed at the B.C Cafe parking lot Allowance of underage patrons is expected to result in pressure for overflow parking. The security plan (Exhibit °B") indicates that, "smokers must smoke outside the club in the designated enclosed smoking area to the north side of the club", however, no such outdoor smoking area is shown on the approved Site Plan associated with Conditional Use Permit 97-23 The outdoor area constitutes an expansion of operations resulting in even further demand for parking spaces, while simultaneously reducing the number of parking spaces available (the smoking area takes up two parking spaces, at least one of which is designated for handicapped). The removal of two parking spaces does not conflict with code requirements for parking, but it exacerbates the demand for overflow parking as noted above. B Site Maintenance Upon submittal of the application, staff noticed several areas of missing or poorly maintained landscaping, weeds, and paint overspray (pilasters). Staff discussed this with the applicant, and it was agreed that the overall site would be brought up to higher standards and the specific items addressed. C. Code Enforcement. Records show some complaints earlier this year regarding loud music and graffiti These complaints have been resolved. ANALYSIS The Twins Club is requesting to be allowed to serve patrons 18 years of age and older . in a nightclub. Typically this type of activity is strongly discouraged in a nightclub environment due to obvious potential problems of increased demand on Police and Fire services The Club Matnxx operation made a similar request in October of 2000, but the request was denied due partly to a C.kD 2 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT CUP97-23MOD AND EP00-02 - LAKEES -TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL October 10, 2001 Page 3 concern that, "histoncally, businesses that allow after-hours activitywith under-aged patrons have a high instance of disturbances and vandalism, and a wide vanety of other problems" (Planning Commission Staff Report dated October 11, 2000) The Twins Club operated for some six months earlier this year with under-aged service, and there were at least two disturbance related instances due to drunken underage patrons on-site that resulted in Police and Fire calls for service. The Twins propose to control under-aged dunking by marking those under 21 years of age with a large black "X" on the back of each hand, color wnst bands with one color worn by of-age patrons and another byunder-aged patrons, and invisible fluorescent ink (visible under black light) spread across the knuckles of each hand for those who are under age The Twins Club also propose eight secunty guards indoors and five outside the club (including one immediately outside the entrance and one in the smoking area) plus two guards in the B C Cafe parking lotforoverflowcrowds. Note the attached secunty plan provided by the applicant (Exhibit "B") Shared Parking Twins Club indicate they have an agreement with the owner of the B C Cafe for shared use of the parking lot for overFlow purposes The Development Code allows shared padang only under the following cntena 1. Shared Parking Parking facilities may be used tointly with parking facilities for other uses when operations are not normally conducted dunng the same hours, or when hours of peak use vary Requests for the use of shared parking are subtect . to the approval of the City Planner and must meet the following conditions a A parking study shall be presented to the City Planner demonstrating that substantial conflict will not exist in the prinapal hours or periods of peak demand for the uses which the toint use is proposed [No study has been submitted ] b The number of parking stalls which may be credited against the regwrements for the structures or uses involved shall not exceed the number of parking stalls reasonably anticipated to be available dunng diffenng hours of operation [No study has been submitted to determine availability ] c Parking facilities designated fortoint use should not be located further than 300 hundred feet from any structure or use served [The matonty of the B C Cafe parking is more than 300 feet from Twins j d A wntten agreement shall be drawn to the satisfaction of the City attorney, and executed by all parties concerned assunng the continued availability of the number of stalls designated for toint use [No agreement has been submitted ] Therefore, staff believes there is insuffiaent information at this Ume to support shared parking. Staff is also concerned for the safety of potentially intoxicated patrons crossing Foothill Boulevard on foot dunng nighttime hours One potential alternative is to allow shared parking through valet service • only According to Fire Prevention regwrements, the maximum occupant load for the Twins Club is 300 people, but there are only 127 parking spaces provided (95 spaces are required per the Development Code) A Condition of Approval requires the applicant to prowde additional on-site parking spaces should existing parking be found insuffiaent to accommodate the operation. Staff C~ D3 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT CUP97-23MOD AND EP00-02 - LAKEES -TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL October 10, 2001 Page 4 does not support action on the proposed security plan with the inclusion of the B C. Cafe parking lot If the proposed use does m fact cause overflow parking, the requestto allow patrons under2l years of age should be continued to allow the applicant to submit the required parking study and wntten agreement. An option for the Planning Commission to consider would be to approve the request believing that there is sufficient parking on-site and rely on the existing condition that regwres the applicant to provide additional on-site parking spaces, should existing parking be found insufficient to accommodate the operation. Law Enforcement. The Police Department has met with the Twins Club operators, reviewed the request and the associated security plan, and recommends approval of the request subject to a 30-day teal period m which the operation can be monitored (Exhibit "C") Police intend to conduct bar checks in addition to possibly sending in undercover officers to ensure that the Twins Club is abiding by the security/underage control plan they submitted Use of off-site overflow parking and any resulting problems could also be monitored. The 30-day monitoring period would begin on the first day of underage service W dlmgness by the Police Department to allow the proposed activity on a 30-day monitoring program is the basis of staff support for the application. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing m the Inland Vallev Dady Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radws of the protect site RECOMMENDATION. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the requested • modification to Conditional Use Permit 97-23 and Entertainment Permit 00-02, subject to a 30-day momtonng period beginning on the first day of underage service. Respectfully submitted, Bra Buller City Planner BB•BU~c Attachments. Exhibit °A° - Location Map Exhibit °B" - Applicant's Security Plan Exhibit °C° - Police Comments dated September 17, 2001 Resolution of Approval for Modification to Conditional Use Permit 97-23 Resolution of Approval for Renewal of Entertainment Permit 00-02 C~ C+ ~ `~ ~> T 1 O O .u .... . _ ~"~ .... I • -• -~ ~ `~_ ~_. ~~ ~~ __ • ~ ~~ I . r ~'! ~ I I ~~ I ~ I ' T ° t 1 o Gv- ~ 11 II II I ~~ II ~ o I ~~~~ - - •- I - I I< L,^~ ~~ ~~ L I O I ~ ` r . ~ i ~ .. iar~ • -~ ll,L~ v ~ ---- ----- o d .~ o ._ C~D`~ Ite~ "A ~ 1'b~ }~' 1 II '~ I I~ ~ jl • oo~ ~ 0 I ~~ I I I e • I II i I I~ • -- ~ ~ - .:~-~ CJ_ . ~ ~ `~ o I . ri ,; .-- VICINITY MAP Epp FT. RADIUS _ ~/ I~ ~ ~I^\\~ I~ - r ~; + ~ , 4 ^f~~i : ~ ,~ ~ f ! ; ti { r kue~da~ys~an~9 ~ ~ :u~sdays 1= 8;, and: ®~~~~ proppsal; Q: What are the city of Rancho Cucamonga's concerns? A: Underage Drinking! Q: How does Twins Club propose to control the underage drinking? A: It starts when patrons first pull into the parking lot and are met with a member of Twins security. They are on the lookout for patrons drinking in their car before they enter the club. If anyone is caught, they are instructed to leave the property and will not be allowed entrance to the club for the evening. At the entrance, all patrons are required to show ID to a trained security officer. Nobody will be allowed entrance without proper ID. Patrons over 21 will have a customized colored wristband placed on them by security. Patrons under 21 will be: 1) Marked with a large black X on the back of each hand 2) Will be given and customized colored wristband of a different color 3) Have invisible fluorescent ink spread across the knuckles of each hand (the ink glows brightly under the black lights placed throughout the entire club and cannot be washed off) A $50 bounty is given out to every fake ID confiscated at the door. The color of wristbands change nightly to prevent old wristbands from being reused. All wristbands are numbered and accounted for at the beginning and ending of each night. Once inside the club, uniformed and undercover security are always on the lookout for underage drinkers. A security guard is placed at the entrance of each set of restrooms to ensure that no drinks are taken into the restrooms. If a patron is found inside the club without a wristband, he or she will immediately be asked for ID. If patron is over 21 they will be issued an appropriate wristband. If the patron is under 21 they will be escorted out of the building and off the property unable to return for the night. If and underage drinker is caught drinking, everyone at a their table, regardless of age, will be escorted out of the club and off the property. ~k~41~~ ~~°V,~ C~ D to r 1 ~,..J To help prevent legal age patrons from buying drinks for their underage friends, all shots must be done at the bar or in front of the waitress. All non- alcoholic drinks will be served in identifiable glasses so security and other employees can easily differentiate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. It is every employee's duty to keep an eye out for underage drinkers. A re-entry fee will be implemented to underage patrons to discourage them from leaving the nightclub and drinking in their cars. Smokers must smoke outside the club in the designated enclosed smoking area to the north side of the club that is monitored at all times by security. Nobody can access their car from the smoking azea. We aze not trying to reinvent the wheel by having an 18 and over night. Most major dance clubs in the Inland Empire do this already. In order to maintain a competitive edge against the competition throughout the Inland Empire, we feel it is imperative that we be able to compete on the same playing field. Q: If we allow 18 and over on Tuesdays and Thursdays, what will prevent them from starting it up every night? A: Twins club still plans on being a 21 and over club all other nights. We understand the concerns the city has with an 18 and over night. We do not want to jeopardize the relationship with the city and the future success of Twins. We are willing to sign an agreement that states we must receive city approval for any other additional 18 and over night or event any time other than Tuesdays of Thursdays. Furthermore, this agreement would also state the city and/or police department could revoke the 18 and over privileges at any time for any reason they deem necessary. If any problems or concerns arise we ask that we, the owners, be notified so we can address your concerns in an effective and efficient manner. Q: How will the city and/or police department know if Twins is abiding by their stated promises/policies? A: Twins Club welcomes and encourages announced as well as unannounced police inspections to ensure we are abiding by the rules. ~~~~ Q: How are you going to keep out the "undesirable" clientele? A: By having a greater clientele base (being 18 and over), we will have the capability of selecting a more desirable "Twins" clientele. What's better, picking the 10 best out of 20 or 10 best out of 100? In conclusion, Twins wants nothing more than to be a successful business in the City of Rancho Cucamonga that reflects the high standards the City has set forth. We have lived in Alta Loma for 28 years and own the property Twins Club is located. We plan on running a successful establishment for years to come. We can only do this by building a strong relationship with the ever-growing city of Ranch Cucamonga. We hope that this helps with any questions or concerns you may have had with this promotion. Thank you for your time and consideration in the matter. Sincerely, The Twins Eddie Lakkees Robbie Lakkees C~fl~ . Security • We ask that all our security have past experience and knowledge of their position. • Our team is proactive and tries to defuse situations verbally before they escalate. • Security is highly visible and strategically placed throughout the premises. • Each guard is equipped with 2 way radio with eaz piece (for constant contact), flashlights (for communication in noisy azeas of the club), yellow uniform shirt (easily identified). We also staff undercover security throughout the club. 1...~ C~4 fl Secunty rs identfied Nnth an (S) ~ (S) Each (S) stands for one guard Parking Lot Enter/Exit Shop n Go Maximum secunty for full night club 5 (S) Smoking Enclosure (S) Twnns Club (S) (S) (S) I (S) (S) (S) I(S) ~ I (S) (S) (S) Enter/Exit Enter/Exit Parking Lot (S) r1 LJ Ck fl \o Memorandum DATE: September 17, 2001 TO: BRAD BULLER, CITY PLANNER CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Qj FROM: RODNEY R. HOOPS, CAPTAIN h/`,'~p~(~ RANCHO CUCAMONGA POLICE DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: TWINS NIGHT CLUB On August 6, 2001, at 1400 hours, Lieutenant Ron Cochran and I met with Eddie and Robbie Lakkees at the Twins RestauranUClub, located at 10134 Foothill Blvd., in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Eddie and Robbie are the co-owners of Twins, in addition • to the surrounding land where Twins is located. Eddie and Robbie presented us with a proposal to open the Twins Night Club on Tuesdays and Thursdays to a clientele of eighteen-year-olds and older. Their plan detailed a comprehensive detailed security design, as well as a plan to prohibit under- age dunking of alcohol on the two evenings that they proposed Their plan seemed to be multi-faceted, with a number of strategies, which if implemented as proposed, should alleviate any concerns the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department would have. The plan began by discussing the security measures that the Twins Night Club would take in the parking lot. The plan proposes to have at least three (3) security guards in the main parking lot, and two (2) security guards in the BC Cafe parking lot. The responsibility of the parking lot security guards would be to insure that there is no drinking in vehicles prior to entering the Night Club If occupants of vehicles were found to be drinking, they would be asked to leave the premises. The interior of the Club will be manned by nine (9) uniformed and/or undercover security guards, whose main responsibility would be to insure there is no underage drinking. At the entrance of the Twins Night Club, all patrons would be required to show identification to trained security guards. Patrons over twenty-one (21) would be affixed with a customized, colored wristband, placed on them by security. Patrons under twenty-one would be marked with a large black "X" on the back of their hand, affixed with a colored wristband of a different color, and have invisible florescent ink spread across the knuckles of each hand (the ink glows brightly under the black lights placed throughout the entire Club and can not be washed off). Additionally, a bounty of $50 N~, CAD\\ isr~ c TWINS NIGHT CLUB • September 18, 2001 Page Two (Continued) would be awarded to any security guard who found a fake identification card. The wristbands would be changed on a nightly basis to prevent re-use and/or duplication. Additionally, the wristbands would be numbered and accounted for at the beginning of each night. After meeting with Eddie and Robbie Lakkees and reviewing their proposed security plan, it is my recommendation that the Twins Night Club be allowed athirty-day (30- day) teal period, in which they could be allowed to conduct business, and we can monitor the activities of the Club. The Lakees were advised that the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department would be conducting bar checks, in addition to possibly sending in undercover officers to ensure that they are abiding by the proposal that they submitted. The Lakkees welcomed the idea and thought it would provide an extra security measure. RRH/REC•Irg 2 (~.~ p \2 RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 97-23, TO ALLOW SERVICE TO PATRONS 18 YEARS AND OLDER FOR AN EXISTING NIGHT CLUB AND SPORTS BAR, INCLUDING ENTERTAINMENT, DISC JOCKEY MUSIC, DANCING, SATELLITE TELEVISION, AMUSEMENT DEVICES (POOL TABLES, DART BOARDS), AND ON-SITE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WITHIN AN EXISTING 7,930 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING IN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (SUBAREA 3), LOCATEDAT 10134 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORTTHEREOF -APN 1077-601-07 A Rentals 1 On the 10th day of December 1997, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on Conditional Use Permit 97-23 and approved said application 2 On the 11th day of October 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on Conditional Use Period 97-23 ModficaUon to allow increased hours of operation and approved said application . 3 Robbie and Eddie Lakees filed an application for the modification of Conditional Use Permit 97-23, as described in the title of this Resolution Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application " 4 On the 10th day of October 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on the application and concluded said heanng on that date 5 All legal preregwsites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred r 1 U B Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the Gty of Rancho Cucamonga as follows 1 This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Rentals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct 2 Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public heanng on October 10, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, togethermnth public testimony, this Commission hereby spenfically finds as follows a The application applies to property located at 10134 Foothill Boulevard with a street frontage of 214 feet on Foothill Boulevard and 220 feet on Hermosa Avenue, and is presently improved moth a motel, convernence market, and restaurant/mght club, and C ~ ~ ~3 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO CUP 97-23 MOD - LAKEES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) October 10, 2001 Page 2 b The property to the north of the subject site is designated for commercal uses and is vacant, the property to the south consists of a restaurant, the property to the east is developed with a residence, and the property to the west is occupied by a motel and convenience market, and c Night Gubs serving alcoholic beverages and/or providing entertainment are allowed in the Community Commercial District of Subarea 3, subted to review and approval of a Conditional Use Pertnit application, and d The subtect property is within a designated Activity Center pursuant to the Foothill Boulevard Plan, and e The development of the night club and sports bar is consistent with the Community Commercal District of the Development Code and the Commercial designation of the General Plan, and f The applicant has committed to upgrading the level of on-site maintenance to ensure that the site remains free of weeds and trash and landscaping is well maintained, and g The applicant has provided security measures forcontrolling the service of alcoholic beverages to prevent under-aged drinking that has been reviewed by, and received agreementfrom the Police Department, subject to a 30-day mondoring period, and h The application, with the attached Conditions of Approval, vnll comply with all • applicable standards of the Development Code. 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 obtectives of the Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located, in that the use provides a neighborhoodldistnct level commercial service, including commercial recreation adivilies. b The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially intunous to properties or improvements in the viGnity because the applicant will implement a security system and certain site improvements to control activities related to the use, and c The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code since the applicant is upgrading the existing parking area to meet current standards 4 The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines that the protect identified in this Resolution is categorically exempt from the regwrements of the California Environmental Quality Ad of 1970, as amended, and the Gwdelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEt~A Guidelines 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 C ~- D ~~ PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO CUP 97-23 MOD - LAKEES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) October 10, 2001 Page 3 Planning Division 1) All Conditions of Approval contained in the Resolution of Approval for Conditional Use Permit 97-23 and Entertainment Perrnit 00-02 Modification as approved by the Planning Commission on October 11, 2000, (Resolutions 00-111 and 00-112) shall be applicable 2) The Conditional Use Permit Modification herein granted to allow seance to under-aged patrons shall be monitored and brought back to the Planning Commission within 30 days from the date of initiation of underage service to review compliance v~nth Conditions of Approval and applicable City Ordinances Failure to comply v~nth Conditions of Approval, applicable Gty Regulations, or anv instance of drunkenness and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages by under-aged aatrons shall cause the immediate suspension of the pnwleges granted by the sub/ect Conditional Use Permit Modification by the Planning Commission 3) If operation of this Conditional Use Perot causes adverse effects upon adjacent residences, businesses, or operations including, but not limted to, noise, loitenng, parking, or disturbances, the Conditional Use Permit shall be brought before the Planning Commission for consideration and revocation of the permit 4) Additional on-site partung spaces shall be provided dpatron demand for parking spaces exceeds the number of existing parkng spaces, in orcler to avoid reliance of off-site parking 5) The entire site shall be kept free of weeds and trash, and all landscaped areas shall be adequately maintained and imgated 6) Any missing, dead, or dying plants or trees shall be replaced ~nnthin one month of the date of this approval 7) Any extenor changes to the budding, including but not limited to, awnings, windows, and signs or the development of an outside smoking area, shall be subject to review and approval by the City Planner 8) The roofing on the budding shall be replaced with entirely new matenal subtect to City Planner review and approval by March 1, 2002 The new matenal shall have an integral color and not be painted g) Secunty personnel shall be provided within the parking area at all times dunng evening and night hours Special attention shall be paid to patrolling the east side of the site to ensure that patrons to not throw trash over onto the adjacent property to the east, or cause other disturbances 10) Approval is granted to allow service to under-aged patrons for an existing night club/sports barwith DiscJockey music, dancing, satellde television, occasional live entertainment, and amusement devices (pool CkD~S PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO CUP 97-23 MOD - LAKEES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) October 10, 2001 Page 4 tables, dart boards) as identified in Entertainment Permit 00-02 No adult entertainment is permitted 11) A copy of this resolution and the resolution for Entertainment Perrnit 00-02 shall be attached to any lease for this space 12) The operation shall be conducted in full conformance with the secunty plan submitted with the application, with the exception that no overflow parlvng shall be allowed off-site Fire Distnct/Budding and Safety Division 1) The maximum number of occupants shall not exceed Budding and Fire codes The maximum occupancy for each room shall be posted as determined by the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection Distnct and/or the City's Fire Prevention Und Division Police Department 1) The operation is subject to a 30-day tnal penod beginning v~nth initiaUOn of underage service in which the Police Department well monitor the business activity, including bar checks and the use of undercover officers to ensure operation is in conformance with the secunty measures submitted vwth the application 6 The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2001 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 10th day of October 2001, by the following vote-to-wnt AYES COMMISSIONERS' NOES. COMMISSIONERS . ABSENT COMMISSIONERS C,~ O `~ RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RENEWING ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT 00-02, TO ALLOW CONTINUED ENTERTAINMENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DISC JOCKEY MUSIC, DANCING, SATELLITE TELEVISION, OCCASIONAL LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, AND AMUSEMENT DEVICES (POOL TABLES, DART BOARDS), AND ALLOW SERVICE TO PATRONS LESS THAN 21 YEARS OF AGE IN CONJUNCTION WITH AN OPERATING SPORTS BAR AND NIGHT CLUB IN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (SUBAREA 3), LOCATED AT 10134 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN• 1077-601-07 A Recitals 1 On May 21, 1986, the City Counnl of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopted Ordinance 290, providing for the regulation of entertainment 2 Robert Lakees filed an application for the issuance of Entertainment Permit 00-02, as described m the title of this Resolution 3. On the 11th day of October 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on the application and concluded said heanng on that date. 4 Robbie and Eddie Lakees filed an application for renewal and mod cation of Entertainment Permit 00-02, as described in the title of this Resolution Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Entertainment Permit renewal request is referred to as "the application " 5 On the 10th day of October 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public heanng on the application and concluded said heanng on that date. 6 All legal preregwsites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred B. Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, it is herebyfound, determined, and resolved bythe Plannrg Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows. 1 This Commission hereby spenfically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Rentals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct 2 Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public heanng on October 10, 2001, inGuding written and oral staff reports, togetherwith public testimony, this Commission hereby spenficelly finds as follows . a The application applies to property located at 10134 Foothill Boulevarci with a street frontage of 214 feet on Foothill Boulevard and 220 feet on Hermosa Avenue, and is presently improved wrath a motel, convenience market, and restaurenUnight club, and C.~ D \`~' PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO EP 00-02 RENEWAL - LAAKES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) October 10, 2001 . Page 2 b The property to the north of the subject site is vacant, the property to the south consists of a restaurant, the property to the east is developed with a residence, and the property to the west is occupied by a motel and convenience market; and c Night Gubs serving alcoholic beverages and/or providing entertainment are allowed in the Commumty Commercial Distnct of Subarea 3, subject to review and approval of a Conditional Use Permit application, and d The subtect property is within a designated Activity Center pursuant to the Foothill Boulevard Plan, and e The development of the night club/sports bar is consistent moth the Commumty Commercial designation of the Development Code and the Commercial designation of the General Plan, and f The applicant has committed to upgrading the level of on-site maintenance to ensure that the site remains free of weeds and trash and landscaping is well maintained; and g The applicant has provided secunty measures for controlling the service of alcoholic beverages to prevent under-aged dunking that has been reviewed by, and received agreement from the Police Department, subtect to a 30-day momtonng penod; and h The application, with the attached Conditions of Approval, will comply with all applicable standards of the Development Code 3 Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission dunng the above- referenced public heanng, and upon the specific findings of facts set forth m paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows a The conduct of the establishment and the granting of the application would not be contrary to the public health, safety, morals or welfare; and b The premises or establishment is not likely to be operated in an illegal, improper, or disorderly manner, and c The applicant, or any person associated with him as pnncipal or partner, or in a position or capacity involving partial or total control over the conduct of the business forwhich such permit is sought to be issued, has not been convicted in any court of competent /urisdiction of any offense involving the presentation, exhibition, or performance of any obscene show of any kind, or of a felony or of any come involving moral turpitude, or has not had any approval, permit, or license issued in coniunction moth the sale of alcohol or the provisions of entertainment revoked mnthin the preceding five years, and d Granting the application would not create a public nwsance, and e The normal operation of the premises would not interfere moth the peace and gwet . of the surrounding commerGal center and adtacent motel complex, and Ck-D ~°' PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO EP 00-02 RENEWAL - LAAKES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) • October 10, 2001 Page 3 f The applicant has not made any false, misleading, or fraudulent statement of matenal fact in the required application. 4 This Commission hereby finds and determines that the protect identfied in this Resolution is categoncally exempt from the regwrements of the California Environmental QualelyAct of 1970, as amended, and the Gudelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15301 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 approves the application, subtect to each and every condition set forth below Planning Division 1) This approval is only for Disc Jockey music, danang, satellite television, occasional live entertainment, and amusement devices (pool tables, dart boards) in contunction vnth a sports gnll and nightclub, and allowance of service to patrons 18 years of age and older Any change of intensely or type of entertainment shall require a modification to this perrnit • 2) All Conditions of Approval contained in the Resolution of Approval for Conditional Use Permit 97-23 and Entertainment Permit 00-02 Modification, as approved by the Planning Commission on October 11, 2000, (Resolutions 00-111 and 00-112) shall be applicable 3) The Entertainment Pertnit Renewal and Modification herein granted to allow service to under-aged patrons shall be monitored and brought back to the Planning Commission within 30 days from the date of initiation of underage service to review compliance ~nnth Conditions of Approval and applicable City Ordinances. Failure to comply vvith Conditions of Approval, applicable City Regulations, or anv instance of drunkenness and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages bounder-aced atp tuns shall cause the immediate suspension of the pnwleges granted by the subtect Entertainment Permit by the Planning Commission. 4) The days and hours of operation shall be limited to be between 10 00 a m and 2 00 a m ,seven days a week 5) No adult entertainment, as defined in the Rancho Cucamonga Muniupal Code, Section 1704 090, shall be permitted 6) Entertainment shall be conducted inside the building 7) When entertainment is being conducted, doors and wnndows shall remain Gosed for noise attenuation purposes r1 LJ C ~ D ``~ PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO EP 00-02 RENEWAL - LAAKES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) October 10, 2001 • Page 4 8) Extenor noise levels shall not exceed 65 dB dunng the hours of 7 00 a m to 10 00 p m ,and 60 dB dunng the hours from 10 00 p m to 700am 9) Access to the lounge/entertainment area must be from the main entrance to the pnmary use, and not from a separate extenor entrance Other exits shall be for "Fire Exit Only " 10) If operation of this Entertainment Permit causes adverse effects upon ad/scent residences, businesses, or operations inGuding, but not limited to, noise, loitenng, parking, or disturbances, the Entertainment Permit shall be brought before the Planning Commission for consideration and possible suspension or revocation of the permit 11) Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with any sections of the Development Code, State Fire Marshal's regulations, Uniform Building Code, or any other City Ordinances 12) This permit shall be renewed annually by the applicant per Munitapal Code, Section 5 12.115 13) A minimum of one of the secunty guards shall be a duly licensed, . certified or framed, and regularly employed secunty guard from a reputable secunty firm and shall be required to be on the premises from 8 00 p m until the parking lot is cleared after the contusion of any entertainment The guard shall be in "peace officer" attire and shall remain on duty in the parking area and outside adtacent areas of the fatality to avert problems such as loud noise, disorderly conduct from patrons or anyone in the parking lot, loitenng actwities, and any other nwsances or disturbances 14) The operation shall be conducted in full conformance with the secunty plan submitted with the application, Hnth the exception that no overflow parking shall be allowed off-site Fire DistncUBuilding and Safetv Division 1) The maximum numberof occupants shall not exceed Budding and Fire codes The maximum occupancy for each room shall be posted as detemuned by the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and/or the City's Fire Prevention Unit Drvision Police Department 1) The operation is sub/ect to a 30-day tnal penod beginning with initiation of underage service in which the Police Department will monitor the business activity, including bar checks and the use of undercover officers to ensure operation is in conformance Huth the security measures submitted with the application. Ck ~ Zd PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO EP 00-02 RENEWAL - LAAKES (TWINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL) • October 10, 2001 Page 5 6 The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2001 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 10th day of October 2001, by the following vote-to-wit AYES. COMMISSIONERS NOES COMMISSIONERS ABSENT. COMMISSIONERS C~ D '~-\