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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001/05/15 - Agenda PacketDESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING ACTION AGENDA AND MINUTES • TUESDAY MAY 15, 2001 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias CONSENT CALENDAR Lany Henderson John Mannerino The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. 7:00 p.m. (Warren) DEVELOPMENT REVIEWDRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES-The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive -APN: 225-251-47. Related files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. 7:20 p.m. (Doug) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MODIFICATION OF DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRCDR00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND (General Motors Corporation Industrial Facili - A request to construct a 393,880 square foot industrial building on 22.15 acres of land in General Industrial District (Subarea 5) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located west of Hermosa Avenue and north of 6th Street -APN: 209- 211-30 and 31. 7:40 p.m (Tom) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (DRCCU P00-45) - ALBERTSON'S EXPRESS - A request to construct a 2,029 square foot fuel service and convenience store on 0.71 acres of land in the Community Commercial District (Foothill Boulevard, Subarea 2), located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. u J • DRC AGENDA May 15, 2001 Page 2 8:00 p.m. (Alan) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16193 - EMPIRE HOMES LLC II -A request to subdivide 26.6 acres of land into 421ots forthe purpose of constructing 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and reserving 1 lot for the expansion of a water storage facility, located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application. APN'S: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: DRC2001-00079 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. (Alan) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC 2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II - A design review of the detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 16193, consisting of 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application - APN'S: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: SUBTT16193 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. 8:20 p.m. (Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions for future expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a fire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 207-211-05, O6, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS 7:00 p.m. Warren Morelion May 15, 2001 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC 2001-00133 -AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES -The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive - APN: 225-251-47. Related files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson Staff Planner: Warren Morelion The Committee recommended approval of the project subject to May 2, 2001 Design Review Committee conditions. The Committee also recommended that the applicant use the option "B" perimeter wall design to mitigate noise from the future 210 Freeway and Milliken Avenue. Attachment U N • s~ ,: i,~ ~~ r~~~ i H„ ~~ ~~ n p M (i( lp ~tl q ~~ ~b V 1• Y n M n dl: ~~, ~, a ~,~ U A 4 r p p n M IOIlV~OI ~ Id S1HJ13H aNf10S I ~ N IldO 1181HX3 P DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Doug Fenn May 15, 2001 • DRCDR00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND (General Motors Corporation Industrial Facility) -A request to construct a 393,880 square foot industrial building on 22.15 acres of land in General Industrial District (Subarea 5) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located west of Hermosa Avenue and north of 6th Street - APN: 209-211-30 and 31. Background: The project was approved by the Design Review Committee on February 6, 2001, with all issues being resolved at the meeting. However, at the Technical Review Committee meeting, the Engineering Department had a concern regarding the proposed deletion of 7th Street right-of-way. The applicant has meet with the Engineering Department representatives and the Public Works Committee over several meetings to address the initial issue of the deletion of 7th Street right-of- way. The outcome is that the 7th Street right-of-way could be deleted along with the following changes: a smaller building with enhanced landscaping areas, water features, and decorative entryways with the possibility of a future building to the north of the proposed project. Design Parameters: The site contains two vacant and adjacent rectangular shaped parcels that total 22.15 acres. A stand of mature Eucalyptus trees along Hermosa Avenue were removed as a result of the City's Capital Improvement program to install a underground storm drain system along Hermosa Avenue. There is no significant vegetation on the site. The site is currently cultivated as a vineyard. The site slopes from north to south at approximately 2 percent. The vacant industrially designated land surrounds the entire site. • The proposed building is designed to house a single industrial warehouse tenant. The primary building design and 19,675 square foot office portion of the building will front Hermosa Avenue. The loading area face is oriented towards the south and does face Hermosa Avenue and staff will condition that the loading area be screened with an 8-foot high solid screen wall. The buildings incorporate two primary building materials, however; more sandblasted concrete could be used (northeast corner of the building). The office portion of the buildings is well articulated with strong vertical and horizontals changes and recess to the building plane that are carried throughout and on all side of the buildings. Additionally, the public patio areas are designed to be accessible to the office entryways of the facilities without conflicting with on-site traffic maneuvering areas. The color variation of the building is silver chime, white, and cavalier blue accent squares, color scheme on a primarily concrete tilt-up facade. There is also vertical sandblast concrete element along with blue reflective colored glazing accents to help create contrast. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad issues will be on the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: Provide 360 degree sandblasted concrete along the building, and provide additional spandrel glass similar, to the earlier submittal. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: • 1. Provide pedestrian plaza screen wall (in addition to the landscaping), minimum 3 feet high, around outdoor employee eating areas. DRC COMMENTS DR DRCDR00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND May 15, 2001 • Page 2 2. Provide an 8-foot high wrought iron fence along the south property line. 3. Provide details have the wall and/or fencing, and a detail of the water tank and pump house, and should be architecturally compatible with the building. 4. Provide details of the outdoor furniture that will be used in the employees eating areas and gazebo areas. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. No exterior downspouts shall be visible from the adjacent right-of-ways. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the modifications as recommend above. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson Staff Planner: Doug Fenn • Applicant addressed all major and secondary items that where referenced in the staff report and the Design Review Committee recommended approval to the Planning Commission. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Tom Grahn May 15, 2001 • ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (DRCCUP00-45) - ALBERTSON'S EXPRESS - A request to construct a 2,029 square foot fuel service and convenience store on 0.71 acres of land in the Community Commercial District (Foothill Boulevard, Subarea 2), located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. Related file: Conditional Use Permit 97-19. Background: On February 6, 2001, the Design Review Committee (McNiel, Stewart, Henderson) reviewed this project application and directed the applicant to work with staff in resolving the design issues presented at the meeting. Desion Parameters: The proposed project will occupy one of the drive-thru pads approved with the application to develop the 10-acre site at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. The shopping center was approved under Conditional Use Permit 97-19 that created a Master Plan for the development of the site. The Master Plan included a 68,355 square foot supermarket, two satellite pads totaling 5,000 square feet each, and two drive-thru pads totaling 2,500 and 3,500 square feet. The Master Plan addressed conceptual building locations, overall circulation, access points, parking layout, landscaping, and provided conceptual elevations to establish an architectural style, and the form, bulk, and height of certain architectural elements. The master Conditional Use Permit was approved in 1997, and the supermarket opened during April 2001. The development of a Jack In The Box restaurant was approved on one of the drive-thru pads, the plan check has been completed and permits issued, but construction has not yet begun (Development 99-12). • Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: There are no major design issues. The applicant revised the project architecture to provide greater variation in the building design. This was accomplished by providing variation in the building plane, roofline, massing, and the addition of architectural elements that create greater visual interest in the building. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. On the front elevation (at the extreme northwest corner of the building), provide a column to add visual support to the boxed out element above the trellis. 2. All stone shall be native river rock; the use of faux stone is not permitted 3. Revise the canopy columns to either continue the river rock element up to the roof, or provide stucco to match the building from the top of the river rock element to the roof. If the stucco element is used, the column should be increased to a minimum width of 2 feet. 4. Special decorative paving should be used for the entire pedestrian sidewalk system, consistent with the approved Master Plan. • DRC COMMENTS CUP 00-45 - ALBERTSON'S May 15, 2001 • Page 2 Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. The trash enclosure shall be designed for compatibility with the City Standard Drawing. 2. All signs shall be designed to comply with the centers Uniform Sign Program. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project, subject to the preceding comments. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson Staff Planner: Tom Grahn The Committee recommended approval of the project. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS ~J 8:00 p.m. Alan Warren May 15, 2001 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16193 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II - A request to subdivide 26.6 acres of land into 42 lots for the purpose of constructing 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and reserving 1 lot for the expansion of a water storage facility, located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application. APN'S: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: DRC2001-00079 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC 2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II - A design review of the detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 16193, consisting of 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units peracre) located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application -APN'S: 1074- 251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: SUBTT16193 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. The site is located in the hillside area of Alta Loma and is generally vacant with a few old agricultural structures and an existing single-family house. There is an existing water storage tank on the east perimeter, with Lot 23 of the proposed tract being reserved for water facility expansion. Plans call for a perimeter tract wall along the north, south, and west property lines of the combined site along with complete sidewalk and parkway along the interior street bordering the facility. The majority of site slopes southwesterly between 5 to 10 percent grade. A Community Equestrian Trail borders the • site along the west side of Hermosa Avenue. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: Extensive grading is proposed far this hillside site. To compensate for this aspect, the grading engineer has provided curvilinear grades in the rear and side yards that encircle the building pads in an attempt to promote a natural character for the site. In addition, the landscape architect has included dry-stacked river-rock planter walls to further enhance the grading in the front yard areas. Staff generally accepts the grading concept with the provision that the following items are provided in the final plans: a. That the front and back yard slopes present vertical and horizontal undulating character to further emulate natural ground features. b. A Tree Removal Permit has been requested to remove 276 old windrow Eucalyptus trees. The applicant proposes to replace with 577 (approximately 2 for 1 replacement) new individual lot and street plantings. Staff believes the replacement should approach 2.5 - 3 to 1 (700-800 trees) in order to compensate for the loss of mature trees by the extensive grading operations. The project is to be reviewed by the Grading Committee on the morning of May 15, 2001. The committee comments will be presented at the Design Review Committee meeting n LJ DRC COMMENTS TT SUBTT16193 & DRC2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II May 15, 2001 • Page 2 The unit density (including the waterdistrict lot) equates to around 1.6 units/acre, well within the two units per acre maximum of the Very Low District. The proposed house and elevation mix satisfy the City's residential policy standards and staff believes the elevation styles and mix of 12 materials/color schemes are appropriate and will add to the character of the Alta Loma area. The different elevations all fit within the Hillside Development building envelope provisions as placed on the proposed graded lots and each has features along the sides and rear that contribute to the 360° architecture concept. Staff does not suggest any changes or additions to the architecture. Prior to permit issuance staff will request the applicant to provide acolor/materials key chart for each house to ensure a satisfactory mix of schemes. 3. The subdivision is scheduled to be reviewed by the Trails Committee on May 9, 2001. Staff has raised issues regarding the potential location of some of the corrals and possible expansion of the private trails to aid in connecting with nearby Community Trails. The committee comments will be presented at the Design Review Committee meeting. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. The applicant has provided solid block walls along the side rear lot areas for those lots on the perimeter street subdivision in keeping with current Planning Commission policy. The applicant has expressed a request that open equestrian trail type fencing would better provide for an open, countryside character to the project. The applicant may request a • modification to the proposal to allow for fencing rather than block walls along the perimeter. 2. The block wall design provides for rock-based pilasters. The spacing of the pilasters is not indicated. Staff believes the Design Review Committee should determine an appropriate spacing to break up long expanses of wall area. Staff recommends that the pilaster spacing be around 50-feet on center. Further, staff recommends that the pilaster bases be veneered with native fieldstone as opposed to manufactured stone of a different type. In addition, the Fencing Plan should include a hierarchy of fence types for the backyard privacy issues. Block walls should be provided for the downhill facing lots (Nos.: 6-8, 12-16, 33-39) backing onto the Equestrian trail (with gates to trail) and privacy fencing (with gates) should be provided along the pad perimeter of the uphill facing lots (Nos.: 1-6, 8-11, 17-21, 24-32). Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. Grade land and landscape in workable increments to avoid exposing vast expanses of bared earth at any given time to minimize soil erosion. 2. Round off and contour all graded slopes to blend with the existing terrain, and present a more natural appearance. 3. Provide 18-foot area in front of garage that does not exceed 5 percent. The driveway slopes beyond shall not exceed 20 percent, as provided in the Hillside Development Ordinance. Treat driveways with decorative hardscape. • 4. Provide 360°architectural treatment on all elevations. 5. Roof material shall be tile. DRC COMMENTS TT SUBTT16193 & DRC2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II May 15, 2001 • Page 3 Use native rock for fieldstone features. Other forms of stone may be manufactured products. Porches should be functional with a minimum 6-foot depth. 8. Select plant materials for their suitability to the environment and compatibility with Xeriscape principles (i.e., water conservation). 9. Maintain adequate sight lines for motorists at intersections and driveways. 10. Use low maintenance plant materials on corner side yards that will be privately maintained. 11. Provide decorative perimeter fencing (i.e., masonry) at tract edges and along streets, including surrounding of the water tank property and expansion lot. 12. Retaining walls exposed to public view are to be decorative masonry. 13. Wood fencing exposed to public view is to be treated with stain, paint, or water seal. 14. Return walls and corner side walls to be decorative masonry and compatible with the architectural style. If more than one style of house design exists, then a simple wall design is preferred. • 15. All new developments are to be designed in accordance with the Master Plan of Trails and adopted trail standards. 16. Within the Equestrian/Rural Area, provide trail connections through easements in order to connect disconnected trails and for needed access to recreation activities. Provide local feeder trails on the rear of residential lots for equestrian access and related equestrian service access within Equestrian/Rural Area. 17. Plot houses such that there is reasonable rear yard opportunity for the keeping of horses and other animals within the Equestrian/Rural Area. 18. Provide a 24-foot x 24-foot corral area in the rear yard of all residential lots within the Equestrian/Rural Area. Developer not required to build corrals. 19. Grade access from the corral area to trail with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of 10 feet. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the committee consider comments provided from the Grading and Trails Committees. If no significant concerns are reported, staff recommends that the subject project be approved with the above comments. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson • Staff Planner: Alan Warren The Design Review Committee approved the project having three architectural styles per floor plan along with the colors/materials schemes as proposed. DRC COMMENTS TT SUBTT16193 & DRC2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II May 15, 2001 • Page 4 The project shall be provided with wrought iron/tubular steel fencing along both sides of all interior trails and along all interior property lines, except those for Lot 23, which shall be a solid block wall. Exterior tract boundaries shall be provided with the solid block wall. All fencing bordering a trail shall have a 10-foot wide gate that aligns with the path to the private trail. All trail and property line fencing shall be pool barrier complaint. The developer shall provide each buyer/purchaser a no cost option of having a 24-foot by 24-foot or 12-foot by 48-foot graded pad suitable for an equestrian corral. One of the model homes shall be provided with a fully improved corral (pad and fencing). The applicant agreed with staffs tree planting recommendation of 700 trees for the entire site with the understanding that the increased numbers would be with 1 and 5-gallon sizes. The Committee concurred with this provision. Members of the Alta Loma Riding Club expressed concerns with the design of the project being consistent with the intent of the "Equestrian Overlay Zone." The opinion expressed was that in most cases the lots technically conform to the minimum code or Planning Commission policies for corral locations. In reality, the lot and house sizes and configurations were not compatible with equine use. The Committee concurred that this area of concern could be a major item of discussion at the Planning Commission level and that the Committee action should not be considered as resolving or endorsing a solution, prior to the public hearing. • The project was authorized to proceed to the Planning Commission. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:20 p.m. Brent Le Count May 15, 2001 • ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63-HALL AND FOREMAN -A request to constructs 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions forfuture expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a tire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 207-211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. The applicant has submitted a revised Site Plan in response to comments issued by the Committee at the May 1, 2001 meeting. There is insufficient time to prepare staff comments so these will be provided at the Design Review Committee meeting. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Brent Le Count The applicant presented a revised site plan wherein the buildings main axis is oriented north to south along the west property line. This layout allows for smoother traffic flow along Vineyard Avenue and Foothill Boulevard, moves loading away from the residences to the south, eliminates • the auto service uses, and allows Wal-Mart to have convenient parking fields in front of the main entry. The Committee was in favor of the revised design with the following refinements: Realign the drive aisle along the south property line so that there is room for a deep planter along the south property line to provide a buffer for the Orchard Meadows Condominiums to the south. 2. Truck circulation/loading shall not utilize the driveway or drive aisle along the south side of the site. 3. Provide substantial tree planting to define the main driveway entrance off of Vineyard Avenue. This will likely require enlarging the planters on either side of the driveway. 4. Utilize the traditional single column trellis feature established by the Conditional Use Permit 95-25 master plan design throughout the project and specifically along the north side of the main driveway entrance off of Foothill Boulevard to provide a focal element for those entering the site. 5. Provide a pergola along the pedestrian pathway linking the bus stop on Vineyard Avenue with the main store entrance. 6. Utilize the star pattern hard scape treatment established by the Conditional Use Permit 95- 25 master plan design at all key drive aisle intersection. Utilize decorative paving throughout, especially in front of the main store entry. • 7. There are several "tight" areas in the plan including the narrow planter depth for planters along the west side of the main north south drive aisle. Provide substantial planter depth throughout. • r 1 DRC COMMENTS DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN May 15, 2001 Page 2 8. Suggest eliminating the Taco Bell drive-thru, shown north of the store and replace with parking. This will help "loosen" the site plan and allow increased room for landscaping elsewhere. 9. Provide a focal element at the northeast corner of the building to enhance the entry experience on the Foothill Boulevard driveway. 10. Provide an interim screening solution for the truck loading area at the northwest corner of the store given that the in-line shops shown here are planned to be developed at a later phase. 11. Move the building as far west as possible, utilizing the flood channel right of way as anon- build able easement if possible. 12. Parking and garden center lighting along the south side of the building will have to be sensitively designed to avoid casting glare on the residences to the south. 13. Align the eastern-most north to south drive aisle with the drive aisle associated with the Conditional Use Permit 95-25 master plan to the north. The applicant also presented some architectural vignettes for which the Committee had the following comments: The design has substantial areas of flat stucco walls. Significantly restudy the design to provide much more visual interest and building articulation. 2. Revise store entrance design to provide enhanced entry experience. Wrap the entry colonnade around to the north elevation. 3. The Committee is not in favor of the split faced block wainscoting and suggests use of more up scale material such as river rock veneer or the work. Avoid faux columns or other tacked on design elements such as along the south wall near the southwest corner of the store. These features should relate to the building and have substantial pop-out dimension. 5. The design of the building should be sensitive to the Foothill Boulevard frontage. 6. There are several high quality design examples in the community such as the new Lowe's Home Improvement store at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Milliken Avenue. The applicant indicated their general agreement with the design direction but also indicated reluctance to provide architectural enhancement in areas not visible to the public. Representatives of the Orchard Meadows Condominiums Homeowner's Association were present and expressed the following concerns: The site is still elevated above the level of the coridominiums site. It is preferred that the site be lowered as much as possible to be closer to the same level as the condos. DRC COMMENTS DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN May 15, 2001 • Page 3 2. The project will only intensify the already heavy volume of traffic on northbound Vineyard Avenue. 3. Will the store be open 24 hours a dad 4. Glare, noise, auto and pedestrian circulation, vandalism, and general disturbances in the southern portion of the site should be controlled relative to the existing residence. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • May 15, 2001 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:00 pm Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller Secretary • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY MAY 15, 2001 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart Larry Henderson Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias John Mannerino CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. 7:00 p.m. (Warren) DEVELOPMENT REVIEWDRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES-The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lotfor future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive -APN: 225-251-47. Related files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. 7:20 p.m. (Doug) Facili - A request to construct a 393,880 square foot industrial building on 22.15 acres of land in General Industrial District (Subarea 5) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located west of Hermosa Avenue and north of 6th Street-APN: 209- 211-30 and 31. 7:40 p.m. (Tom) (DRGGUP00-451- ALBERTSON'S EXPRESS - A request to construct a 2,029 square foot fuel service and convenience store on 0.71 acres of land in the Community Commercial District (Foothill Boulevard, Subarea 2), located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. DRC AGENDA May 15, 2001 Page 2 8:00 p.m (Alan) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16193 - EMPIREHOMES LLC II -A request to subdivide 26.6 acres of land into 42 lots forthe purpose of constructing 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and reserving 1 lot for the expansion of a water storage facility, located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application. APN'S: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08;1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: DRC2001-00079 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. (Alan) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC 2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II - A design review of the detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 16193, consisting of 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application - APN'S: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: SUBTT16193 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. 8:20 p.m. (Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions for future expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a fire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 207-211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT 1, Mary Lou Gragg, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy o(the foregoing agenda was posted on May 10, 2001, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic enter Dr e, Rancho Cucamonga. n U CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS 7:00 p.m. Warren Morelion May 15, 2001 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC 2001-00133- AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES -The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24 single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive - APN: 225-251-47. Related files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Warren Morelion • n U DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Doug Fenn May 15, 2001 DRCDR00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND (General Motors Corporation Industrial Facility) - A request to construct a 393,880 square foot industrial building on 22.15 acres of land in General Industrial District (Subarea 5) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located west of Hermosa Avenue and north of 6th Street - APN: 209-211-30 and 31. Backoround: The project was approved by the Design Review Committee on February6, 2001, with all issues being resolved at the meeting. However, at the Technical Review Committee meeting, the Engineering Department had a concern regarding the proposed deletion of 7th Street right-of-way. The applicant has meet with the Engineering Department representatives and the Public Works Committee over several meetings to address the initial issue of the deletion of 7th Street right-of- way. The outcome is that the 7th Street right-of-way could be deleted along with the following changes: a smaller building with enhanced landscaping areas, water features, and decorative entryways with the possibility of a future building to the north of the proposed project. Design Parameters: The site contains two vacant and adjacent rectangular shaped parcels that total 22.15 acres. A stand of mature Eucalyptus trees along Hermosa Avenue were removed as a result of the City's Capital Improvement program to install a•underground storm drain system along Hermosa Avenue. There is no significant vegetation on the site. The site is currently cultivated as a vineyard. The site slopes from north to south at approximately 2 percent. The vacant industrially designated land surrounds the entire site. • The proposed building is designed to house a single industrial warehouse tenant. The primary building design and 19,675 square foot office portion of the building will front Hermosa Avenue. The loading area face is oriented towards the south and does face Hermosa Avenue and staff will condition that the loading area be screened with an 6-foot high solid screen wall. The buildings incorporate two primary building materials, however, more sandblasted concrete could be used (northeast corner of the building). The office portion of the buildings is well articulated with strong vertical and horizontals changes and recess to the building plane that are carried throughout and on all side of the buildings. Additionally, the public patio areas are designed to be accessible to the office entryways of the facilities without conflicting with on-site traffic maneuvering areas. The color variation of the building is silver chime, white, and cavalier blue accent squares, color scheme on a primarily concrete tilt-up fapade. There is also vertical sandblast concrete element along with blue reflective colored glazing accents to help create contrast. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad issues will be on the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: Provide 360 degree sandblasted concrete along the building, and provide additional spandrel glass similar to the earlier submittal. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: • 1. Provide pedestrian plaza screen wall (in addition to the landscaping), minimum 3 feet high, around outdoor employee eating areas. DRC COMMENTS DR DRCDR00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND • May 15, 2001 Page 2 2. Provide an 8-foot high wrought iron fence along the south property line. 3. Provide details have the wall and/or fencing, and a detail of the water tank and pump house, and should be architecturally compatible with the building. 4. Provide details of the outdoor furniture that will be used in the employees eating areas and gazebo areas. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: No exterior downspouts shall be visible from the adjacent right-of-ways. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the modifications as recommend above. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: • Staff Planner: Doug Fenn • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:30 p.m. Doug Fenn February 6, 2001 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND-A request to construct a 456,274 square foot industrial building on 19.25 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 5), located west of Hermosa Avenue and north of 6th Street - APN: 209-211-30 and 31. Desion Parameters: The site contains two vacant and adjacent rectangular shaped parcels that total 19.25 acres. A stand of mature Eucalyptus trees along Hermosa Avenue were removed as a result of the City's Capital Improvement program to install a underground storm drain system along Hermosa Avenue. There is no significant vegetation on the site. The site is currently cultivated as a vineyard. The site slopes from north to south at an approximately 2 percent. The vacant industrially designated land surrounds the entire site. The proposed building is designed to house a single industrial warehouse tenant. The primary building design and 20,000 square foot office portion of the building will front Hermosa Avenue. The loading area face is oriented towards the south and does face Hermosa Avenue and staff will condition that the loading area be screened with an 8-foot high solid screen wall. The buildings incorporate two primary building materials, however, more sandblasted concrete could be used (northeast corner of the building). The office portion of the building is well articulated with strong vertical and horizontals changes and recess to the building plane that are carried throughout and on all sides of the buildings. Additionally, the public patio areas are designed to be accessible to the office entryways of the facilities without conflicting with on-site traffic maneuvering areas. The color variation of the building is blackthorn and iron house grey, white shadow and cavlier blue accent squares, color scheme on a primarily concrete tilt-up fapade. There is also vertical sandblast concrete element along with blue reflective colored glazing accents to help create contrast. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad issues will be on the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: Provide sandblasted concrete at the northeast corner of the building, and design some movement along the fagade to mimic the office portion of the building at the southeast corner. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Provide pedestrian plaza screen wall minimum 3 feet high, around outdoor employee eating areas. 2. Decorative paving should be installed at the primary entrance (southerly entrance). 3. An 8-foot high solid screen wall must be installed along the south property line to screen the loading area, and should be architecturally compatible with the building. • Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. No exterior downspouts shall be visible from the adjacent right-of-ways. DRC COMMENTS DR 00-65 - HOGLE-IRELAND February 6, 2001 • Page 2 , Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the modifications as recommend above. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Larry Henderson Staff Planner: Doug Fenn Project approved subject to direction of the Design Review Committee. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • • 7:40 p.m. Tom Grahn May 15, 2001 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (DRCCUP00-45) - ALBERTSON'S EXPRESS - A request to construct a 2,029 square foot fuel service and convenience store on 0.71 acres of land in the Community Commercial District (Foothill Boulevard, Subarea 2), located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. Related file: Conditional Use Permit 97-19. Background: On February 6, 2001, the Design Review Committee (McNiel, Stewart, Henderson) reviewed this project application and directed the applicant to work with staff in resolving the design issues presented at the meeting. Design Parameters: The proposed project will occupy one of the drive-thru pads approved with the application to develop the 10-acre site at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. The shopping center was approved under Conditional Use Permit 97-19 that created a Master Plan for the development of the site. The Master Plan included a 68,355 square foot supermarket, two satellite pads totaling 5,000 square feet each, and two drive-thru pads totaling 2,500 and 3,500 square feet. The Master Plan addressed conceptual building locations, overall circulation, access points, parking layout, landscaping, and provided conceptual elevations to establish an architectural style, and the form, bulk, and height of certain architectural elements. The master Conditional Use Permit was approved in 1997, and the supermarket opened during April 2001. The development of a Jack In The Box restaurant was approved on one of the drive-thru pads, the plan check has been completed and permits issued, but construction has not yet begun (Development 99-12). Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. •' Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: There are no major design issues. The applicant revised the project architecture to provide greater variation in the building design. This was accomplished by providing variation in the building plane, roofline, massing, and the addition of architectural elements that create greater visual interest in the building. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: On the front elevation (at the extreme northwest corner of the building), provide a column to add visual support to the boxed out element above the trellis. 2. All stone shall be native river rock; the use of faux stone is not permitted. 3. Revise the canopy columns to either continue the river rock element up to the roof, or provide stucco to match the building from the top of the river rock element to the roof. If the stucco element is used, the column should be increased to a minimum width of 2 feet. 4. Special decorative paving should be used for the entire pedestrian sidewalk system, • consistent with the approved Master Plan. DRC COMMENTS CUP 00-45 - ALBERTSON'S • May 15, 2001 Page 2 Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. The trash enclosure shall be designed for compatibility with the City Standard Drawing. 2. All signs shall be designed to comply with the centers Uniform Sign Program. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project, subject to the preceding comments. Desi4n Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Tom Grahn • LJ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:00 p.m. Alan Warren May 15, 2001 LIYY11\VIYIYILIY IIIL IIV VLV VIVILIYI /'\IYV ILIY I/911VL Ifl~lVl VVUI I IV IJJ-GIVIr I1lC 11VIVIGV LLC II - A request to subdivide 26.6 acres of land into 42 lots for the purpose of constructing 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and reserving 1 lot for the expansion of a water storage facility, located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application. APN'S: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: DRC2001-00079 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. GIV VIIIVIVIVICIVIML MJJCJJIVIGIVI /11VV VCV CLVrIVICIVI IICVIC VV UrIIJ LVV I-VVV/~-ClVlrll-iC HOMES LLC II - A design review of the detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 16193, consisting of 41 single-family homes in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues. A Tree Removal Permit has also been requested in conjunction with this application -APN'S: 1074- 251-01, 02, 03, and 08; 1074-261-01 and 04. Related files: SUBTT16193 and Tree Removal Permit 2001-00157. The site is located in the hillside area of Alta Loma and is generally vacant with a few old agricultural structures and an existing single-family house. There is an existing water storage tank on the east perimeter, with Lot 23 of the proposed tract being reserved for water facility expansion. Plans call for a perimeter tract wall along the north, south, and west property lines of the combined site along with complete sidewalk and parkway along the interior street bordering the facility. The majority of site slopes southwesterly between 5 to 10 percent grade. A Community Equestrian Trail borders the • site along the west side of Hermosa Avenue. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: Extensive grading is proposed for this hillside site: To compensate for this aspect, the grading engineer has provided curvilinear grades in the rear and side yards that encircle the building pads in an attempt to promote a natural character for the site. In addition, the landscape architect has included dry-stacked river-rock planter walls to further enhance the grading in the front yard areas. Staff generally accepts the grading concept with the provision that the following items are provided in the final plans: a. That the front and back yard slopes present vertical and horizontal undulating character to further emulate natural ground features. b. A Tree Removal Permit has been requested to remove 276 old windrow Eucalyptus trees. The applicant proposes to replace with 577 (approximately 2 for 1 replacement) new individual lot and street plantings. Staff believes the replacement should approach 2.5 - 3 to 1 (700-800 trees) in order to compensate for the loss of mature trees by the extensive grading operations. The project is to be reviewed by the Grading Committee on the morning of May 15, 2001. • The committee comments will be presented at the Design Review Committee meeting DRC COMMENTS TT SUBTT16193 & DRC2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II • May 15, 2001 Page 2 2. The unit density (including the waterdistrict lot) equates to around 1.6 units/acre, well within the two unit per acre maximum of the Very Low District. The proposed house and elevation mix satisfy the City's residential policy standards and staff believes the elevation styles and mix of 12 materials/color schemes are appropriate and will add to the character of the Alta Loma area. The different elevations all fit within the Hillside Development building envelope provisions as placed on the proposed graded lots and each has features along the sides and rear that contribute to the 360° architecture concept. Staff does not suggest any changes or additions to the architecture. Prior to permit issuance staff will request the applicant to provide acolor/materials key chart for each house to ensure a satisfactory mix of schemes. 3. The subdivision is scheduled to be reviewed by the Trails Committee on May 9, 2001. Staff has raised issues regarding the potential location of some of the corrals and possible expansion of the private trails to aid in connecting with nearby Community Trails. The committee comments will be presented at the Design Review Committee meeting. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. The applicant has provided solid block walls along the side rear lot areas for those lots on the perimeter street subdivision in keeping with current Planning Commission policy. The applicant has expressed a request that open equestrian trail type fencing would better provide for an open, countryside character to the project. The applicant may request a • modification to the proposal to allow forfencing ratherthan block walls along the perimeter. 2. The block wall design provides for rock-based pilasters. The spacing of the pilasters is not indicated. Staff believes the Design Review Committee should determine an appropriate spacing to break up long expanses of wall area. Staff recommends that the pilaster spacing be around 50-feet on center. Further, staff recommends that the pilaster bases be veneered with native fieldstone as opposed to manufactured stone of a different type. In addition, the Fencing Plan should include a hierarchy of fence types for the backyard privacy issues. Block walls should be provided for the downhill facing lots (Nos.: 6-8, 12-16, 33-39) backing onto the Equestrian trail (with gates to trail) and privacy fencing (with gates) should be provided along the pad perimeter of the uphill facing lots (Nos.: 1-6, 8-11, 17-21, 24-32). Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. Grade land and landscape in workable increments to avoid exposing vast expanses of bared earth at any given time to minimize soil erosion. 2. Round off and contour all graded slopes to blend with the existing terrain, and present a more natural appearance. 3. Provide 18-foot area in front of garage that does not exceed 5 percent. The driveway slopes beyond shall not exceed 20 percent, as provided in the Hillside Development Ordinance. • Treat driveways with decorative hardscape. 4. Provide 360°architectural treatment on all elevations. 5. Roof material shall be tile. DRC COMMENTS TT S UBTT16193 & DRC2001-00079 -EMPIRE HOMES LLC II May 15, 2001 • Page 3 6. Use native rock for fieldstone features. Other forms of stone may be manufactured products. 7. Porches should be functional with a minimum 6-foot depth. 8. Select plant materials for their suitability to the environment and compatibilitywith Xeriscape principles (i.e., water conservation). 9. Maintain adequate sight lines for motorists at intersections and driveways. 10. Use low maintenance plant materials on corner side yards that will be privately maintained. 11. Provide decorative perimeter fencing (i.e., masonry) at tract edges and along streets, including surrounding of the water tank property and expansion lot. 12. Retaining walls exposed to public view are to be decorative masonry. 13. Wood fencing exposed to public view is to be treated with stain, paint, or water seal. 14. Return walls and corner side walls to be decorative masonry and compatible with the architectural style. If more than one style of house design exists, then a simple wall design is preferred. • 15. All new developments are to be designed in accordance with the Master Plan of Trails and adopted trail standards. 16. Within the Equestrian/Rural Area, provide trail connections through easements in order to connect disconnected trails and for needed access to recreation activities. Provide local feeder trails on the rear of residential lots for equestrian access and related equestrian service access within Equestrian/Rural Area. 17. Plot houses such that there is reasonable rear yard opportunity for the keeping of horses and other animals within the Equestrian/Rural Area. 18. Provide a 24-foot x 24-foot corral area in the rear yard of all residential lots within the Equestrian/Rural Area. Developer not required to build corrals. 19. Grade access from the corral area to trail with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of 10 feet. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the committee consider comments provided from the Grading and Trails Committees. If no significant concerns are reported, staff recommends that the subject project be approved with the above comments. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: • Staff Planner: Alan Warren .. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:20 p.m. Brent Le Count May 15, 2001 •~ ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions forfuture expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a fire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 207-211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. The applicant has submitted a revised Site Plan in response to comments issued by the Committee at the May 1, 2001 meeting. There is insufficient time to prepare staff comments so these will be provided at the Design Review Committee meeting. Desion Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Brent Le Count • ,.~ • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING ACTION AGENDA AND MINUTES TUESDAY MAY 1, 2001 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias CONSENT CALENDAR Larry Henderson John Mannerino The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. • (7:00 p.m. (Debra) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00108 - KB HOME -The review of detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 15174 consisting of 180 single-family lots on 33.13 acres in the Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 welling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Rochester Avenue and Church Street. APN: 227-151-52. Related File: Tentative Tract 15174.) 7:20 pm. (Warren) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES-The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive -APN: 225-251-47. Related Files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. 7:40 p.m. (Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions for future expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a tire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community • Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard -APN: 207-211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. DRC AGENDA May 1, 2001 Page 2 C~ PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:00 p.m. Debra Meier May 1, 2001 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00108 - KB HOME -The review of detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 15174 consisting of 180 single-family lots on 33.13 acres in the Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 welling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest comer of Rochester Avenue and Church Street. APN: 227-151-52. Related File: Tentative Tract 15174. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion: The side and rear of all elevations should include the unique details that reflect the theme portrayed on the front elevation. The applicant's have depicted a typical side and rear elevation for each architectural style (rather than the specific details of each architectural style on each elevation). As you review the elevations please note the following typical details for side and rear elevations that are provided: Plan 1 -Side and Rear elevations depicted for the FRENCH ECLECTIC style. Plan 2 -Side and Rear elevations depicted for the CRAFTSMAN style (characteristics of the BUNGALOW style are similar) Plan 3 -Side and Rear elevations depicted for the COTTAGE style Plan 4 -Side and Rear Elevations depicted for the ITALIANATE style • In addition, staff will be including the conditions of approval that were developed for Tentative Tract 15174/Development Review 00-84: 2. The use of stone/brick veneer shall occur on a minimum of 80 units within the tract. 3. Each of the four building plans shall be placed on a minimum of 27 lots (15 percent) and a maximum of 55 lots (30 percent) in order to ensure that a variety of building styles are used throughout the tract. 4. Single-story units shall be placed on corner lots to the extent feasible, while still providing the desired architectural variety. 5. All elevations shall exhibit features of the featured architectural style on all sides of the dwelling. These features shall include such elements as shutters, belly bands, color change, rafter details, or similar details that are reflective of the featured architectural style subject to City Planner approval. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the architectural design and plot plan as submitted for Committee Review. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart Staff Planner: Debra Meier DRC COMMENTS DRC2001-00108 - KB HOME May 1, 2001 • Page 2 The Committee recommended approval of the project with the following conditions: All trim and detail features, such as stone wainscot, or wood/stucco trim, shall be extended to the fence line along side the garage, and the post/column at the front porch on the front elevation. The stone/brick column shall be reflected around the corner whenever featured on the elevation. 2. Any shuttered window details (such as Plan 3 Left Elevation), shall be in proportion to the size of the space, and shall reflect the size of a typical window on the elevation. 3. The Plan 3, left elevation, the elevation shall depict the windows in the bonus room, as shown on the Floor Plan. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Warren Morelion May 1, 2001 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00133 -AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES -The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive - APN: 225-251-47. Related Files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. Background: The Planning Commission originally approved the tentative tract, design review, and variance for this project on September 13, 2000. The original applicant, Fieldstone Communities, Inc., has since sold the tract to American Pacific Homes who is now proposing the subject development review to develop a different home product than what was originally approved. Design Parameters: The site is located on the east side of Milliken Avenue between Vintage Drive and the 210 Freeway. The site is surrounded by residential development to the north, east, and west. To the south is the 210 Freeway. There is a GTE facility at the southeast corner of the tract which has been parceled out to GTE for future expansion. A Variance has been approved with the tract and original development review to increase the wall height along the 210 Freeway to a maximum height of 10 feet. The applicant, American Pacific Homes, is proposing to develop 24 single-family lots with four architectural styles (Craftsman, Santa Barbara, Tuscan, Mediterranean) and three floor plans that • range in size from 2,600 square feet to 3,516 square feet. Plan 1, the smallest, is a three bedroom single-story home with two optional bedrooms in its design. Plan 2, is a two-story home with four bedrooms and options for two additional bedrooms, a bonus room, and/or a three-car garage. Plan 3, is also atwo-story home that has three bedrooms and loft. Plan 3 has options for three additional bedrooms, a powder room, and/or a four-car garage.~All the homes proposed will be designed with a 360-degree architectural style that carries architectural treatments used on the front elevation around to the side and rear elevations. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: There are no major design issues associated with this project. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: In general, the maximum driveway slope percentages allowed in anon-hillside residential district is 5 percent. However, the previously approved development review was approved with driveway slope percentages that exceed this percentage. Revise driveway slope percentages so that they are no steeper than those, which were previously approved with Development Review 00-52. 2. Revise Lot 24 so it meets the side yard setback of 5 feet/10 feet that is required in the Low • Residential District. 3. Add additional river rock pilasters in perimeter wall design. The pilasters shall be added to all wall endings and spaced evenly not to exceed 50-foot intervals. Make pilasters a minimum of 30 inches by 30 inches. DRC COMMENTS DR DRC2001-00133 -AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES • May 1, 2001 Page 2 4. Revise elevations so they carry additional architectural treatments around to the side and rear elevations. Plan 1 Plan 2 Santa Barbara a. Eliminate stucco over foam bellyband trim on side and rear elevations. Tuscan a. Add additional pot shelves to side and/or elevations. Craftsman a. Wrap stone veneer around on right elevation a minimum of 5 feet. Santa Barbara a. Eliminate stucco over foam bellyband trim on side and rear elevations. b. Add additional wood shutters to side and rear elevations. Mediterranean a. Add additional pot shelves to side and/or rear elevations. b. Consider adding additional wrought iron railing side and/or rear elevations. • Craftsman a. Wrap stone veneer around on right and left elevations a minimum of 5 feet. b. Add additional wood shutters to rear and side elevations. Plan 3 Santa Barbara a. Eliminate stucco over foam bellyband trim on side and rear elevations. b. Add additional wood shutters to side and rear elevations. Tuscan a. Add additional stucco recesses to rear and side elevations. b. Consider adding additional wrought iron railing to rear and/or elevations. Craftsman a. Wrap stone veneer around on right and left elevations a minimum of 5 feet. b. Add additional wood shutters to rear and side elevations. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: For functional purposes, extend all front porches to a minimum of 6 feet useable (inside dimension) in depth. Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the above mentioned conditions. n U DRC COMMENTS DR DRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES May 1, 2001 • Page 3 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner Warren Morelion The Committee reviewed the project and was satisfied with all revisions by the applicant addressing staffs comments. The Committee allowed the applicant to design porches for Plan 2's that are less than 6 feet in depth, provided the applicant look at using score lines in front of the porches to architecturally enhance their designs. The Committee did not approve the project and asked that it return to the next meeting to further address sound wall height issues at the project's southern boundary. • n U DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:40 p.m. Brent Le Count May 1, 2001 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63-HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions forfuture expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a fire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 207- 211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. The Committee requested that a revised plan be provided which conforms to code. Attached are four alternative Site Plans for the project for review by the Committee. Staff will provide comments at the meeting. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Brent Le Count The applicant presented four Site Plan alternatives to the Committee. The plans were versions of two basic development schemes, one with the major axis of the building oriented east to west along • the south property line and the other with the major axis oriented north/south and located further to the north. The applicant prefers to locate the building along the south property line with the grocery expansion area along the east side. The primary concern of the applicant is to have a large parking field out in front of the entry to the store. The Committee expressed significant concern about traffic issues associated with the close signals along Vineyard Avenue associated with the plan alternatives that have the building located along the south side of the site. The Committee is also concerned about having loading activity and the bulk of the building located so close to the existing residences to the south. It appears that a solution with the main axis oriented north to south, with loading located away from the south edge of the site, and which meets the applicants needs is possible but will require creative solutions. The Committee would also prefer to have truck traffic enter and exit the site via Foothill Boulevard as opposed to Vineyard Avenue and especially not along the south property line. Representatives ofthe Orchard Meadows Condominiums Homeowners' Association and residents from the Red Hill area were present at the meeting. They expressed concern that commercial use of the site that is currently zoned for medium density residential is inappropriate and will lead to substantial traffic impacts in the vicinity. The applicant agreed to revise the plans to address the concerns of the Committee as well as possible and came back for further review. r 1 U DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • MAY 1, 2001 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Br uller Secretary n U • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY MAY 1, 2001 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias CONSENT CALENDAR Larry Henderson John Mannerino The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED • • PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction-to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. (7:00 p.m (Debra) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00108 - KB HOME -The review of detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 15174 consisting of 180 single-family lots on 33.13 acres in the Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 welling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Rochester Avenue and Church Street. APN: 227-151-52. Related File: Tentative Tract 15174.) 7:20 pm. (Warren) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES-The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive -APN: 225-251-47. Related Files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. 7:40 p.m. (Brent) DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions for future expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a fire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard -APN: 207-211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. • DRC AGENDA May 1, 2001 Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT 1, Mary Lou Gragg, Office Specialist II for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Apri126, 2001, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic enter rive, Rancho Cucamonga. o dam, o DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:00 p.m. Debra Meier May 1, 2001 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00108 - KB HOME -The review of detailed site plan and building elevations for Tentative Tract 15174 consisting of 180 single-family lots on 33.13 acres in the Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 welling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Rochester Avenue and Church Street. APN: 227-151-52. Related File: Tentative Tract 15174. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion: The side and rear of all elevations should include the unique details that reflect the theme portrayed on the front elevation. The applicant's have depicted a typical side and rear elevation for each architectural style (rather than the specific details of each architectural style on each elevation). As you review the elevations please note the following typical details for side and rear elevations that are provided: Plan 1 -Side and Rear elevations depicted for the FRENCH ECLECTIC style. Plan 2 -Side and Rear elevations depicted for the CRAFTSMAN style (characteristics ofthe BUNGALOW style are similar) Plan 3 -Side and Rear elevations depicted for the COTTAGE style Plan 4 -Side and Rear Elevations depicted for the ITALIANATE style In addition, staff will be including the conditions of approval that were developed for Tentative Tract 15174/Development Review 00-84: 2. The use of stone/brick veneer shall occur on a minimum of 80 units within the tract. 3. Each of the four building plans shall be placed on a minimum of 27 lots (15 percent) and a maximum of 55 lots (30 percent) in order to ensure that a variety of building styles are used throughout the tract. 4. Single-story units shall be placed on corner lots to the extent feasible, while still providing the desired architectural variety. 5. All elevations shall exhibit features of the featured architectural style on all sides of the dwelling. These features shall include such elements as shutters, belly bands, color change, rafterdetails, or similardetails that are reflective of the featured architectural style subjectto City Planner approval. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the architectural design and plot plan as submitted for Committee Review. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: . Staff Planner: Debra Meier DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Warren Morelion May 1, 2001 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00133 -AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES-The design review of building elevations and a detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 24single-family lots with a separate lot for future expansion of GTE facilities on 8 aces of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive - APN: 225-251-47. Related Files: Tentative Tract 15866, Development Review 00-52, Variance 00-05. Background: The Planning Commission originally approved the tentative tract, design review, and variance for this project on September 13, 2000. The original applicant, Fieldstone Communities, Inc., has since sold the tract to American Pacific Homes who is now proposing the subject development review to develop a different home product than what was originally approved. Design Parameters: The site is located on the east side of Milliken Avenue between Vintage Drive and the 210 Freeway. The site is surrounded by residential development to the north, east, and west. To the south is the 210 Freeway. There is a GTE facility at the southeast comer of the tract which has been parceled out to GTE for future expansion. A Variance has been approved with the tract and original development review to increase the wall height along the 210 Freeway to a maximum height of 10 feet. The applicant, American Pacific Homes, is proposing to develop 24 single-family lots with four architectural styles (Craftsman, Santa Barbara, Tuscan, Mediterranean) and three floor plans that • range in size from 2,600 square feet to 3,516 square feet. Plan 1, the smallest, is a three bedroom single-story home with two optional bedrooms in its design. Plan 2, is a two-story home with four bedrooms and options for two additional bedrooms, a bonus room, and/or a three-car garage. Plan 3, is also atwo-story home that has three bedrooms and loft. Plan 3 has options for three additional bedrooms, a powder room, and/or a four-car garage. All the homes proposed will be designed with a 360-degree architectural style that carries architectural treatments used on the front elevation around to the side and rear elevations. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: There are no major design issues associated with this project. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: In general, the maximum driveway slope percentages allowed in anon-hillside residential district is 5 percent. However, the previously approved development review was approved with driveway slope percentages that exceed this percentage. Revise driveway slope percentages so that they are no steeper than those, which were previously approved with Development Review 00-52. 2. Revise Lot 24 so it meets the side yard setback of 5 feeU10 feet that is required in the Low • Residential District. 3. Add additional river rock pilasters in perimeter wall design. The pilasters shall be added to all wall endings and spaced evenly not to exceed 50-foot intervals. Make pilasters a minimum of 30 inches by 30 inches. DRC COMMENTS DR DRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES • May 1, 2001 Page 2 4. Revise elevations so they carry additional architectural treatments around to the side and rear elevations. Plan 1 Plan 2 Santa Barbara a. Eliminate stucco over foam bellyband trim on side and rear elevations. Tuscan a. Add additional pot shelves to side and/or elevations. Craftsman a. Wrap stone veneer around on right elevation a minimum of 5 feet. Santa Barbara a. Eliminate stucco over foam bellyband trim on side and rear elevations. b. Add additional wood shutters to side and rear elevations. Mediterranean a. Add additional pot shelves to side and/or rear elevations. b. Consider adding additional wrought iron railing side and/or rear elevations. • Craftsman a. Wrap stone veneer around on right and left elevations a minimum of 5 feet. b. Add additional wood shutters to rear and side elevations. Plan 3 Santa Barbara a. Eliminate stucco over foam bellyband trim on side and rear elevations. b. Add additional wood shutters to side and rear elevations. Tuscan a. Add additional stucco recesses to rear and side elevations. b. Consider adding additional wrought iron railing to rear and/or elevations. Craftsman a. Wrap stone veneer around on right and left elevations a minimum of 5 feet. b. Add additional wood shutters to rear and side elevations. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: For functional purposes, extend all front porches to a minimum of 6 feet useable (inside dimension) in depth. Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the above mentioned conditions. • DRC COMMENTS DR DRC2001-00133-AMERICAN PACIFIC HOMES May 1, 2001 • Page 3 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner Warren Morelion • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:40 p.m. Brent Le Count May 1, 2001 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRCCUP99-63 -HALL AND FOREMAN - A request to construct a 159,412 square foot retail store with provisions for future expansion to 231,800 square feet and all appurtenant structure and facilities, including a fire and tube service, garden center, and interior fast food restaurant on 17.64 acres of land and to modify the existing master plan for Conditional Use Permit 95-25 to include these facilities in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the west side of Vineyard Avenue south of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 207- 211-05, 06, 12 - 15, 36, 38, and 40. The Committee requested that a revised plan be provided which conforms to code. Attached are four alternative Site Plans for the project for review by the Committee. Staff will provide comments at the meeting. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Brent Le Count • I~