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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004/10/19 - Agenda Packet\J DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY OCTOBER 19. 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTION AGENDA • Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher CONSENT CALENDAR Brad Buller Larry McNiel 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. (Tom/Cam) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16455 -HAIFA-A request to subdivide 1.9 net acres of land into three parcels in the Very Low Residential District (less than 2 dwelling units per acre), located at the northeast corner of Hermosa Avenue and Wilson Avenue -APN: 1074-261-02. " 7:10 p.m. (Mike/Cam) HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-01071 -ANDREWS & CHAPMAN ARCHITECTS - A request to construct atwo-story single-family residence with a total floor area of about 7,500 square feet (footprint approximately 3,900 square feet) on a parcel of 20,300 square feet that includes excavation in excess of 5 feet (the maximum permissible in the Hillside Overlay) in the Very Low Residential District, located at 10946 Carriage Drive -APN: 1074-561-25. 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 (Mike/Cam) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01174 - HPJ ARCHITECTS - A request to develop an industrial building with a floor area of 127,559 square feet on a parcel of 258,109 square feet (5.9 acres) in the Minimum Impact/Heavy Industrial District (Subarea 9), located at 11096 Jersey Boulevard -APN: 0209-145-08. . 7:40 p.m. (Brad/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00503 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 2,260 square foot Del Taco fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.53 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) -APN: 0227-161-35. CJ • DRC ACTIONAGENDA October 19, 2004 Page 1 8:00 p.m. (Brad/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00504 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 3,000 square foot Wendy's fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.73 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) -APN: 0227-161-35. 8:20 p.m (Donald/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00061 -TOLL BROTHERS, INC. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 15single-family lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (.1 to 2 dwelling units per acre), located on the west side of Archibald Avenue, north of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16262 and Minor Exception DRC2004-00662. 8:40 p.m. (Donald/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16714 -CECIL R. CARNEY - A request to subdivide 1.48 acres into 3 parcels for industrial purposes in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue -APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Development Review DRC2004-00564 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00564 - CECIL R. CARNEY -The development of 3 industrial buildings totaling 15,500 square feet on 1.48 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16714 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. 9:00 p.m. (Emily/Cam) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16574 - MARTINEZ PROPERTIES -A request to subdivide .90 acre into 4single-family lots in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way -APN: 1077-041-56. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00692 -MARTINEZ PROPERTIES - A review of 4single-family homes on .90 acre of land in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way -APN: 1077-041-56. 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 CONSENT CALENDAR 7:00 p.m. Tom Grahn October 19, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16455 -HAIFA - A request to subdivide 1.9 net acres of land into three parcels in the Very Low Residential District (less than 2 dwelling units per acre), located at the northeast corner of Hermosa Avenue and Wilson Avenue - APN: 1074-261-02. PLAN WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller, Fletcher, McPhail Staff Planner: Tom Grahn The Committee approved the project as presented. • • . DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:10 p.m. Mike Smith October 19, 2004 HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-01071 -ANDREWS & CHAPMAN ARCHITECTS - A request to construct atwo-story single-family residence with a total floor area of about 7,500 square feet (footprint approximately 3,900 square feet) on a parcel of 20,300 square feet that includes excavation in excess of 5 feet (the maximum permissible in the Hillside Overlay) in the Very Low Residential District, located at 10946 Carriage Drive - APN: 1074-561-25. Background: The proposed single-family residence is located in the Very Low Residential District and is included in the Hillside and Equestrian Overlay Districts. The intent of the Hillside Development regulations is to minimize grading and ensure that the form, mass, profile, and architectural features of the house are designed to blend with the natural terrain, preserve the character and profile of the slope, and give consideration to the lots size and configuration. Typically, Hillside Design Review applications are reviewed and approved by the City Planner. However, because of the amount of excavation proposed, the project has been forwarded to the Design Review Committee for discussion. This project also requires the review and approval by the Planning Commission because more than 5 feet of cut is proposed. Design Parameters: The project site is located on the north side of Carriage Drive on a parcel of • about 20,000 square feet. The existing topography slopes from about 2,234 feet on the north (rear) side of the lot to about 2,212 feet on the south (front) side. The applicant is proposing to construct a two-story single-family residence with an attached 4-car garage. The first floor of the house will have three stepped pads with finished floor elevations of 2,218 feet, 2,220 feet, and 2,222 feet (moving from the front to the rear). The garage will be located partially below the first floor and will have a finished surface elevation of 2,211 feet. The depth of excavation, or "cut," that will be required to construct this "tuck-under" garage will vary between 4.5 feet at its front to 10 feet at its rear. As seen from the outside, the east elevation, the surrounding slope will generally rise to about the midpoint of the garage and then "level" off at 2,216 feet. Because of this, the depth of cut at the rear of the garage will not be apparent. Excavation throughout the rest of the property in order to provide features such as a patio and planter areas will be 5 feet high or less. At the rear and east side of the house a series of terraced retaining walls, 4 feet height ,or less, have also been proposed. The overall height of the structure will not exceed 30 feet measured from the finished grade. Lot coverage will be significantly less than 25 percent-the maximum permissible in the Very Low Residential District. 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. 1. The maximum excavation ("cut") or fill in the Hillside Overlay is 5 feet. Amounts in excess are discouraged and when viable alternatives exist, staff will suggest to the applicant that they seriously consider those alternatives first. The applicant's proposal as described above includes solutions such as stepped floors and minimized lot grading that were initially not contemplated. • These solutions are the result of discussions with the applicant. Staff believes thatthe applicant has made a good faith effort to satisfy the intent of this ordinance. The remaining issue - excavation greater than 5 feet deep -will not be apparent from the exterior. Aside from the depth of cut, the project complies with the Hillside Development Regulations. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2003-01071 -ANDREWS & CHAPMAN ARCHITECTS October 19, 2004 • Page 2 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the proposal as submitted. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller. Fletcher. McPhail Staff Planner: Mike Smith The Committee recommended approval to the City Planner. • . DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Mike Smith October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01174 - HPJ ARCHITECTS - A request to develop an industrial building with a floor area of 127,559 square feet on a parcel of 258,109 square feet (5.9 acres) in the Minimum Impact/Heavy Industrial District (Subarea 9), located at 11096 Jersey Boulevard - APN: 0209-145-08. Design Parameters: The project site is located at the north side of Jersey Boulevard on a parcel of 258,109 square feet (about 510 feet wide by 510 feet deep). The site is undeveloped with limited vegetation. The properties to the north, south, and west are developed with industrial office/warehouse buildings; the property to the east is vacant. Parallel to the north property line there is a rail line. The existing topography slopes from about 1,140 feet on the north (rear) side of the lot to about 1,130 feet on the south (front) side. The applicant is proposing to construct an industrial building of 127,559 square feet. The design and layout of the building takes into consideration the possibility of future rail service, via a rail spur constructed by others, as required by Section 17.30 of the Development Code. The site has two access points from Jersey Boulevard. Truck parking and loading areas are primarily located at the west side of the building. This area will be screened from public view by an 8-foot high wall and gate. Employee/visitor parking will be located at the southwest corner and east side of the site. Offce areas and the primary entrance is located at the southwest corner of the building; secondary access and the opportunity for more office space is located at the southeast corner of the building. • The building is designed with two primary building materials. The construction of the building will be concrete tilt-up panels. Each wall plane will have both painted and sandblasted bands; additional sandblasted bands are proposed at the southwest and southeast corners of the building. The design of the building includes vision glass at the office corners and spandrel glass along the west, south, and east elevations. Horizontal articulation has been provided at the office corners and on the south wall plane between them. The parapet has vertical articulation on all elevation exceptthe north. 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. To minimize the expanse of plain wall surfaces, the applicant should provide two, thicker sandblasted bands (see attached). These sandblasted bands should be incorporated on all elevations. 2. The majority, if not all, of the wall panels at the office corners should be sandblasted. 3. The physical dimensions of each spandrel glass panel should be increased in proportion to the surface area of the wall plane on which it is applied - especially on the east elevation (see attached). Secondary Issues:.Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. • 1. Incorporate bermed landscaping along the Jersey Boulevard frontage within the landscape setback and landscape areas. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2003-01174 - HPJ ARCHITECTS October 19, 2004 • Page 2 Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. 2. Decorative paving shall be provided at the two vehicular access points of the site. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the proposal with the above modifications. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller, Fletcher, McPhail Staff Planner: Mike Smith The Design Review Committee reviewed the architectural plans forthe proposed industrial building and recommended approval, subject to the following revisions that the applicant can address without returning for additional discussion with the Committee. Once staff has determined that the revisions made are consistent with the Committee's direction, the application can then be forvvarded to the City Planner for his review and action. Issue #1: To minimize the expanse of plain wall surfaces, the applicant should provide two, thicker • sandblasted bands. These sandblasted bands should be incorporated on all elevations. The Committee discussed the possibility of increasing the vertical height of the sandblasted band that was provided. The applicant was directed to increase the vertical height of this band to about 6 feet (equal to the height of the adjacent glass panels). The Committee determined that it is not necessary to carry the sandblasted bands to the other elevations nor is it necessary to provide a second sandblasted band below the first. Issue #2: The majority, if not all, of the wall panels at the office corners should be sandblasted. The Committee concurred with staffs comment, and the applicant agreed to sandblast all of the wall panel surfaces surrounding the offices located at the southwest and southeast corners of the building including their respective east-facing and west-facing wall panel surfaces. Issue #3 The physical dimensions of each spandrel glass panel should be increased in proportion to the surface area of the wall plane on which it is applied -especially on the east elevation. The Committee concurred with staffs comment. They suggested that the applicant increase the horizontal dimension of each glass panel from 6 feet to 22 feet so that it covers a greaterwidth of each tilt-up concrete panel; the vertical dimension can remain unchanged at 6 feet. The Committee gave the applicant the flexibility to work with staff and possibly eliminate the glass panels altogether from the east and west elevations. • Issue #4: The Committee indicated that they wanted to see more horizontal glass at the office areas. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2003-01174 - HPJ ARCHITECTS October 19, 2004 Page 3 Tilt-up columns should not interrupt the vision and spandrel glass at the office areas; instead, the glass should "wrap" continuously around the corners. The applicant was directed to work with staff. Secondary Issues: Revisions such as bermed landscaping in the front yard area, increased landscape coverage to meet the minimum 10 percent, shifting the outdoor employee eating areas closer to the offices, and decorative paving at the drive entries were briefly discussed and accepted by the applicant. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Brad Buller October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00503 -TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 2,260 square foot Del Taco fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.53 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of,the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) - APN: 0227-161-35. Design Parameters: The project site is one of the first of 16 pad sites and is part of the Route 66 Center of the Victoria Gardens Mall. A Master Plan and a Design Handbook supplement were approved for this portion of the mall. Del Taco is proposed on Pad #12 in the east half of the Center. The architectural design theme for the Center is Route 66 architecture. Project pads that are submitted to the Design Review Committee (DRC) have been through a separate review process through Forest City, the master builder for the center. Only those projects that have the approval of Forest City will be presented to the DRC for consideration. 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 issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The concept of exposed neon is very Route 66. The applicant has proposed a lighting system that will appear as exposed neon, but does not have the same potential safety risks. The plans show the proposed location and color (red). An example of the lighting system and method of attachment will be presented to the DRC at the meeting. The City's Sign Ordinance allows exterior neon; however, prohibits exposed tubing because of wind safety concerns. Neon tubing may be permitted when enclosed within Plexiglas. 2. The applicant should consider greater use of decorative paving for the handicap parking spaces immediately outside the front of the building. 3. Trash enclosure shall be designed to architecturally integrate with the Center's Route 66 architecture. 4. Menu board sings shall not exceed the height of screen wall. 5. On-site directional signs are currently not allowed for the separate pad users. Forest City is • working to establish a separate program to address on-site directional signs for the entire Route 66 Center. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-00503 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES October 19, 2004 Page 2 Provide broad canopy shade trees or shade structures for the outdoor dining patio. This could be accomplished by adding a tree in planters at the northwest and southeast corners of patio. Consider adding a fountain to help mask traffic noise and cool space. Any shade structure should carefully consider the high winds and would be subject to City Planner review and approval. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Any freestanding wall shall end at a pilaster with a decorative cap. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the projectwith the above listed conditions. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller. Fletcher. McPhail Staff Planner: Brad Buller 1. Approved use of red LED lighting as shown on elevations. 2. The applicant is to work with the City Planner on the following: a. Expanding the area of decorative paving in front of the restaurant. b. The design of the proposed trash enclosure. c. The placement of two additional shade trees near the outdoor eating area. d. Ensuring that the layout of the outdoor eating area seating does not conflict with the required 48-inch wide ADA path of travel from the public sidewalk. 3. Noon-site directional signs will be allowed until the masterdeveloper (Forest City) processes a program for directional signs for the entire Route 66 Outparcel project. 4. All freestanding screen walls shall terminate with a pilaster with a decorative cap. 5. The menu board sign was permitted to be taller than the 48-inch high screen wall because it was not visible to Monet Avenue. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 p.m. Brad Buller October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00504-TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 3,000 square foot Wendy's fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.73 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) - APN: 0227-161-35. Design Parameters: The project site is one of the first of 16 pad sites and is part of the Route 66 Center of the Victoria Gardens Mall. A Master Plan and a Design Handbook supplement were approved for this portion of the mall. Wendy's is proposed on Pad #6 in the southwest quadrant of the Center. The architectural design theme for the Center is Route 66 architecture. Project pads that are submitted to the Design Review Committee (DRC) have been through a separate review process through Forest City, the master builder for the Center. Only those projects that have the approval of Forest City will be presented to the DRC for consideration. 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 issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The Landscape Plan was mistakenly omitted from the submittal package and will be presented at the DRC meeting. The earlier Landscape Plan did not provide trees along the front entry side of the building (the west elevation). At a minimum, staff recommends trees within a landscape finger at the northwest corner of the building and within the planter south of the trash enclosure. 2. The concept of exposed neon is very Route 66. The applicant has proposed a lighting system that will appear as exposed neon, but does not have the same potential safety risks. The plans show the proposed location and color (red). An example of the lighting system and method of attachment will be presented to the DRC at the meeting. The City's Sign Ordinance allows exterior neon; however, prohibits exposed tubing because of wind safety concerns. Neon tubing may be permitted when enclosed within plexiglas. 3. The applicant should consider greater use of decorative paving in the drive aisle immediately outside the front of the building. 4. Trash enclosure shall be designed to architecturally integrate with the building architecture. • DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-00504 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES October 19, 2004 Page 2 5. On-site directional signs are currently not allowed for the separate pad users. Forest City is working to establish a separate program to address on-site directional signs for the entire Route 66 Center. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: There are no policy issues. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project with the above listed conditions. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller, Fletcher, McPhail Staff Planner: Brad Buller Approved use of red LED lighting as shown. 2. The applicant is to work with the City Planner on the following: a. Expanding the area of decorative paving in front of the restaurant. • b. The design of the proposed trash enclosure. c. The planting of additional trees within the planter islands west of the building. d. Modifying the streetscape planting of the masterdeveloperto be reflective of the project design approved at this meeting. It was suggested that planting not screen the proposed 48-inch high stone-faced screen wall of the drive through. 3. Noon-site directional signs will be allowed until the masterdeveloper (Forest City) processes a sign program for directional signs for the entire Route 66 Outparcel project. 4. All freestanding screen walls shall terminate with a pilaster with a decorative cap. 5. Menu board signs as submitted were not approved. Signs shall not extend above the 48-inch drive through screen wall or be visible to Foothill Boulevard. • `' DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:20 p.m. Donald Granger October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00061 -TOLL BROTHERS, INC. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 15single-family lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (.1 to 2 dwelling units peracre), located on the west side ofArchibald Avenue, north of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16262 and Minor Exception DRC2004-00662. Design Parameters: The project site has a final map (SUBTT16262) and has been graded, and Alexis Avenue has been paved. The site is bounded on the east tiyArchibald Avenue, to the south by the historic landmark Demens-Tolstoy Ranch House and an approved 11-lot single-family subdivision, to the west by vacant land, and to the north by existing single-family houses. All properties to the north, south, east and west are zoned Very Low Residential (.1-2 dwelling units per acre). The proposed project consists of four floor plans that range in square footage from 4,466 square feet to 5,864 square feet. Architectural styles include Spanish Colonial, Tuscan, Craftsmen, Mission, and Manor. The project site is located within the Hillside Overlay District, which requires architectural design techniques that minimize the amount of grading and allow the house to follow the natural grades. The project has been designed so that all floor plans have stepped pads, with • elevation changes ranging from a minimum of 3 feet to a maximum 5.8 feet, thereby, meeting the design goals of the Hillside Overlay District. All plans have variation in the footprints and articulation in the wall planes, thereby avoiding "box on box" building forms. All plans have been designed with roof planes that have strong variation, and are within the 30-foot high building envelope requirement. All horse corrals meet the 70-foot radius requirement from all adjacent dwelling units, and the Community Trail on Archibald Avenue will be required to be installed with the proposed project. Background: The Design Review Committee reviewed the project at its September 14, 2004, meeting and did not approve the project. The Committee directed the applicant to revise the plans and to work with staff on the following Major Issue: The Committee indicated that additional enhancement to the side and rear elevations would be required in order to meet the 360-degree architectural requirement. The Committee directed the applicant to add substantial amounts of architectural elements to the side and rear elevations, including, but not limited to, divided light windows, recesses, decorative wrought iron accents, corbels, potshelfs, Craftsman style windows, shutters, and arched windows as appropriate to each architectural style. The applicant has made substantial enhancements to the side and rear elevations of all plans. The applicant has added the following architectural elements where appropriate to the selected architectural style (e.g. Spanish Colonial, Craftsman, etc.): divided light windows, shutters, base treatment with battered cap, stucco recesses with wrought iron accents, faux wrought iron balconies, arched windows with decorative sills and surrounds, wood siding to wall planes, and stone or siding to chimneys. Staff is pleased with the enhancements and is of the opinion that no other modifications are necessary the meet the 360-degree architectural requirement. • Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-00061 -TOLL BROTHERS, INC. October 19, 2004 • Page 2 Maior Issues: There are no major issues. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve all major issues. Secondarv Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. 1. There are no secondary issues. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. All interior private yard slopes are required to be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs, and one tree per 150 square feet of area. 2. River rock shall be real, or native fieldstone maybe used. Stone veneers are not permitted. 3. Provide decorative pavement on driveways. Decorative driveways shall have variation throughout the subdivision. 4. No wood fencing is allowed. Construct block walls between homes (i.e. along interior side and rear property line) for permanence, durability, and design consistency. • 5. Access gates to rear yards should be constructed of a material more durable than wood. Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC. 6. Taper three or four-car driveways down to standard two-car width at the street. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend approval to the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller. Fletcher. McPhail Staff Planner: Donald Granger At the September 14, 2004, Design Review Committee (DRC) meeting, the Committee indicated that substantial enhancement to the side and rearelevations would be required in orderto meet the 360-degree architectural requirement. At the October 19, 2004, DRC meeting, staff presented revised drawings which satisfied the Major issues the Committee raised at its September 14, 2004, meeting. The Committee reviewed the project and recommended approval. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:40 p.m. Donald Granger October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16714 - CECIL R. CARNEY - A request to subdivide 1.48 acres into 3 parcels for industrial purposes in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Development Review DRC2004-00564 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00564 - CECIL R. CARNEY -The development of 3 industrial buildings totaling 15,500 square feet on 1.48 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located atthe southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16714 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Design Parameters: The 1.48 acre project site at located is the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue. Historically the project site was used for vineyards, but now is primarily comprised of invasive, weedyvegetation. The I-15 Freeway (4th Street off-ramp forthe I-15 Freeway) beginsjust east of the site; hence, the site is visually prominent from the freeway. The site slopes southerly at • approximately 1.5 percent and has previously been disced for weed abatement purposes. The surrounding properties include industrial development to the west, five industrial buildings which have an approved land use entitlement that are in the plan check review to the north, the I-15 Freeway to the east, and the I-15 Freeway/4th Street off-ramp to the south. The I-15 Freeway varies from 8 to 12 feet higher (north to south through the project site) than the building pad elevations. The applicant is proposing to subdivide 1.48 acres of land into three separate parcels and develop three industrial buildings. The buildings are proposed on Parcels 1 through 3 and range from 3,875 to 6,218 square feet in size. All three buildings will share access from a driveway on Charles Smith Avenue. All three buildings are designed with separate parking and loading areas. The loading areas are on the south side of each building away from public view. The buildings have a sculptural feel due to the articulation of wall planes both horizontally and vertically. The buildings constructed of painted tilt-up concrete with sandblasting incorporated as a second primary material. The sandblasting is primarily used as an accent material on recessed areas (above and/or below vision and spandrel glass). Other architectural elements on the buildings include vision and spandrel glass and metal canopies at the north and west elevations. All buildings have recessed window bays and columns that will provide shadow. 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. . 1. All buildings should have additional sandblasted concrete in order to fulfill the requirement of having two primary building materials. Sandblasted concrete should be added in larger proportions at all office areas/entrances for all buildings. Staff suggests the following enhancements: DRC ACTION AGENDA SUBTPM16714 AND DRC2004-00564 -CECIL R. CARNEY October 19, 2004 • Page 4 Buildings A, B, and C: Sandblast the entire wall plane on the north and west elevations at the office area/building entrances. The project has a frontage along the I-15. Freeway, and requires enhanced architectural treatment to the north and east elevations visible from the I-15 Freeway. Staff suggests that the following enhancements be made. Buildings A, B, and C: At the northeast corner of all buildings on the north and east elevations, the entire extended wall plane should be sandblasted. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. The existing chain link fence on the east property line should be replaced with a wrought iron fence, thereby, providing continuity of fencing materials with the existing wrought fence along the west property line. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. All roll-up doors shall be painted to match the building. • 2. Outdoor employee eating areas should pre-cast concrete furniture, including tables, chairs, and trash receptacles. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the Major and Secondary Issues addressed as recommended above. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller. Fletcher. McPhail Staff Planner: Donald Granger At the meeting, the Committee reviewed the project and recommended approval, subject to the following conditions: Buildings A, B, and C: The tower element shall include a decorative cornice, subject to City Planner review and approval. 2. Buildings A, B, and C: The wall planes shall have additional vertical articulation including, but not limited to, score lines and reveals. Final design shall be subject to City Planner review and approval. The existing chain link fence on the east property line shall be replaced with a wrought iron fence, thereby, providing continuity of fencing materials with the existing wrought fence along the west • property line. The developer shall have the option to use a concrete tilt-up wall, or a combination of wrought iron fence and tilt-up wall. The final design of the wall/fence, spacing, and materials will be subject to City Planner review and approval during plan check. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 9:00 p.m. Emily Wimer October 19, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16574 -MARTINEZ PROPERTIES - A request to subdivide .90 acre into four single-family lots in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way - APN: 1077-041-56. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00692 -MARTINEZ PROPERTIES -A review of four single- family homes on .90 acre of land in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way - APN: 1077-041-56. Design Parameters: This corner property totals .90 acre. The neighborhood is predominantly one-story homes. Located on-site is one single-family home which will be demolished. The applicant is proposing to remove nine trees which are located within the footprint of the homes; three of the trees are heritage trees and will require replacement per the Tree Preservation Ordinance. The developer is proposing four single-family lots averaging 9,763.50 square feet. The applicant is proposing all one-story floor plans, and two reverse footprints. The Development Code does not require a minimum number of floor plans because the application is only four lots. The applicant has requested to submit for design review of the project, however, it is not required. The applicant • has worked with staff to incorporate window shutters, pot shelves, mullions, and rockwork to all homes. 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: Is there sufficient architectural variety? Lots 2 and 4 will incorporate ledge stone, Lots 1 and 3 will incorporate stacked stone rock veneer. Separate color schemes will help provide variation as well. The homes facing public view (Lots 2 and 4) have been upgraded with additional eves and window detail. Because the site is only four homes, the Committee shall review and decide whether or not movement of the footprint is necessary to create less of a box like footprint. 2. Does the single footprint provide sufficient architectural interest in form and massing? The rear of the house is a simple box without any articulation. The Committee should provide direction whether their policy encouraging articulation applies to single-story homes. Although no floorplans were provided (see Roof Plan for an indication of interior layout), it should be possible to introduce apop-out element. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. To create visual variation between the four homes, provide a low wall and courtyard area on • two of the four homes (see attached example). DRC ACTION AGENDA SUBTPM16574 AND DRC2004-00692 - MARTINEZ PROPERTIES October 19, 2004 • Page 2 Because of the large expanse of driveway for the three car garages, scored and textured concrete shall be provided for all driveways. 3. Continue the rock work on all pilasters all the way to the roof eaves. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Construct decorative block walls along interior side and rear property lines, and decorative return walls between homes, ratherthan wood fencing, for permanence, durability, and design consistency. Access gates to the rear yards shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood gates (acceptable gate materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC). All block walls facing public view shall be constructed of decorative material including a trim cap detail. 2. Replacement trees are required at a one to one ratio, minimum 15-gallon sized tree for all heritage trees removed. 3. Chimneys should be designed consistent with the architectural style of the homes. Although not shown on Elevations, the Roof Plan indicates that homes will have a fireplace. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review the project in light of the • Major issue and Secondary Issues and recommend review and approval by the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Buller, Fletcher, McPhail Staff Planner: Emily Wimer The architect presented revised elevations which incorporated courtyard areas on the front elevation of the homes. The Committee then approved the project subject to the conditions as noted below: 1. Provide two separate roof colors which contrast differently from the original proposed colors. 2. Provide stone detail under the main window on the front elevation on all four homes. 3. Provide decorative front door entries on all four homes. 4. Provide brushed and stamped concrete with borders on each driveway for all four homes 5. Provide individual landscaping palates for each home prior to approval of construction drawings. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS OCTOBER 19, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, uller Secretary • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY OCTOBER 19, 2004 7:00 P.M. Committee Members: Alternates: CONSENT CALENDAR RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Brad Buller Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel 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. (Tom/Cam) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16455 -HAIFA - A requestto subdivide 1.9 net acres of land into three parcels in the Very Low Residential District (less than 2 dwelling units per acre), located at the northeast corner of Hermosa Avenue and Wilson Avenue -APN: 1074-261-02. • 7:10 p.m. (Mike/Cam) HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-01071 - ANDREWS & CHAPMAN ARCHITECTS - A request to construct atwo-story single-family residence with a total floor area of about 7,500 square feet (footprint approximately 3,900 square feet) on a parcel of 20,300 square feet that includes excavation in excess of 5 feet (the maximum permissible in the Hillside Overlay) in the Very Low Residential District, located at 10946 Carriage Drive -APN: 1074-561-25. 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. (Mike/Cam) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01174 - HPJ ARCHITECTS - A request to develop an industrial building with a floor area of 127,559 square feet on a parcel of 258,109 square feet (5.9 acres) in the Minimum ImpacUHeavy Industrial District (Subarea 9), located at 11096 Jersey Boulevard -APN: 0209-145-08. 7:40 p.m. (Brad/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00503 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 2,260 square foot Del Taco fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.53 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) -APN: 0227-161-35. DRC AGENDA October 19, 2004 Page 2 8:00 p.m. (Brad/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00504 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 3,000 square foot W endy's fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.73 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) -APN: 0227-161-35. 8:20 p.m (Donald/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00061 -TOLL BROTHERS, INC. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 15single-family lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (.1 to 2 dwelling units per acre), located on the west side of Archibald Avenue, north of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16262 and Minor Exception DRC2004-00662. 8:40 p.m. (Donald/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16714 - CECIL R. CARNEY - A request to subdivide 1.48 acres into 3 parcels for industrial purposes in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue -APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Development Review DRC2004-00564 and Preliminary Review • DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00564 - CECIL R. CARNEY -The development of 3 industrial buildings totaling 15,500 square feet on 1.48 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16714 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. 9:00 p.m. (Emily/Cam) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16574-MARTINEZPROPERTIES-A request to subdivide .90 acre into 4single-family lots in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way-APN: 1077-041-56. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00692 - MARTINEZ PROPERTIES - A review of 4single-family homes on .90 acre of land in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak W ay -APN: 1077-041-56. 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 DRC AGENDA October 19, 2004 Page 3 • 1, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist II for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 14, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to fhe meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. ~.[.Qiaea~ nL~~iJ • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:00 p.m. Tom Grahn October 19, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16455 -HAIFA - A request to subdivide 1.9 net acres of land into three parcels in the Very Low Residential District (less than 2 dwelling units per acre), located at the northeast corner of Hermosa Avenue and Wilson Avenue - APN: 1074-261-02. PLAN W ILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Tom Grahn Members Present: • C~ • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:10 p.m. Mike Smith October 19, 2004 HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-01071 -ANDREWS & CHAPMAN ARCHITECTS - A request toconstruct atwo-story single-family residence with a total floor area of about 7,500 square feet (footprint approximately 3,900 square feet) on a parcel of 20,300 square feet that includes excavation in excess of 5 feet (the maximum permissible in the Hillside Overlay) in the Very Low Residential District, located at 10946 Carriage Drive - APN: 1074-561-25. Background: The proposed single-family residence is located in the Very Low Residential District and is included in the Hillside and Equestrian Overlay Districts. The intent of the Hillside Development regulations is to minimize grading and ensure that the form, mass, profile, and architectural features of the house are designed to blend with the natural terrain, preserve the character and profile of the slope, and give consideration to the lots size and configuration. Typically, Hillside Design Review applications are reviewed and approved by the City Planner. However, because of the amount of excavation proposed, the project has been forwarded to the Design Review Committee fordiscussion. This project also requires the review and approval by the Planning Commission because more than 5 feet of cut is proposed. Design Parameters: The project site is located on the north side of Carriage Drive on a parcel of • about 20,000 square feet. The existing topography slopes from about 2,234 feet on the north (rear) side of the lot to about 2,212 feet on the south (front) side. The applicant is proposing to construct a two-story single-family residence with an attached 4-car garage. The first floor of the house will have three stepped pads with finished floor elevations of 2,218 feet, 2,220 feet, and 2,222 feet (moving from the front to the rear). The garage will be located partially below the first floor and will have a finished surface elevation of 2,211 feet. The depth of excavation, or "cut," that will be required to construct this "tuck-under" garage will vary between 4.5 feet at its front to 10 feet at its rear. As seen from the outside, the east elevation, the surrounding slope will generally rise to about the midpoint of the garage and then "level" off at 2,216 feet. Because of this, the depth of cut at the rear of the garage will not be apparent. Excavation throughout the rest of the property in order to provide features such as a patio and planter areas will be 5 feet high or less. At the rear and east side of the house a series of terraced retaining walls, 4 feet height or less, have also been proposed. The overall height of the structure will not exceed 30 feet measured from the finished grade. Lot coverage will be significantly less than 25 percent-the maximum permissible in the Very Low Residential District. 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. 1. The maximum excavation ("cut") or fill in the Hillside Overlay is 5 feet. Amounts in excess are discouraged and when viable alternatives exist, staff will suggest to the applicant that they seriously consider those alternatives first. The applicant's proposal as described above includes solutions such as stepped floors and minimized lot grading that were initially not contemplated. . These solutions are the result of discussions with the applicant. Staff believes that the applicant has made a good faith effort to satisfy the intent of this ordinance. The remaining issue - excavation greater than 5 feet deep -will not be apparent from the exterior. Aside from the depth of cut, the project complies with the Hillside Development Regulations. • DRC AGENDA DRC2003-01071 -ANDREWS & CHAPMAN ARCHITECTS October 19, 2004 Page 2 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the proposal as submitted. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Mike Smith Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Mike Smith October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01174 - HPJ ARCHITECTS - A request to develop an industrial building with a floor area of 127,559 square feet on a parcel of 258,109 square feet (5.9 acres) in the Minimum ImpacUHeavy Industrial District (Subarea 9), located at 11096 Jersey Boulevard - APN: 0209-145-08. Design Parameters: The project site is located at the north side of Jersey Boulevard on a parcel of 258,109 square feet (about 510 feet wide by 510 feet deep). The site is undeveloped with limited vegetation. The properties to the north, south, and west are developed with industrial office/warehouse buildings; the property to the east is vacant. Parallel to the north property line there is a rail line. The existing topography slopes from about 1,140 feet on the north (rear) side of the lot to about 1,130 feet on the south (front) side. The applicant is proposing to construct an industrial building of 127,559 square feet. The design and layout of the building takes into consideration the possibility of future rail service, via a rail spur constructed by others, as required by Section 17.30 of the Development Code. The site has two access points from Jersey Boulevard. Truck parking and loading areas are primarily located at the west side of the building. This area will be screened from public view by an 8-foot high wall and gate. Employee/visitor parking will be located at the southwest corner and east side of the site. Office areas and the primary entrance is located at the southwest corner of the building; secondary access and the opportunity for more office space is located at the southeast corner of the building. • The building is designed with two primary building materials. The construction of the building will be concrete tilt-up panels. Each wall plane will have both painted and sandblasted bands; additional sandblasted bands are proposed at the southwest and southeast corners of the building. The design of the building includes vision glass at the office corners and spandrel glass along the west, south, and east elevations. Horizontal articulation has been provided at the office corners and on the south wall plane between them. The parapet has vertical articulation on all elevation except the north. 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. To minimize the expanse of plain wall surfaces, the applicant should provide two, thicker sandblasted bands (see attached). These sandblasted bands should be incorporated on all elevations. 2. The majority, if not all, of the wall panels at the office corners should be sandblasted. 3. The physical dimensions of each spandrel glass panel should be increased in proportion to the surface area of the wall plane on which it is applied - especially on the east elevation (see attached). Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. • 1. Incorporate bermed landscaping along the Jersey Boulevard frontage within the landscape setback and landscape areas. DRC AGENDA DRC2003-01 1 74- HPJ ARCHITECTS October 19, 2004 • Page 2 Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. 2. Decorative paving shall be provided at the two vehicular access points of the site. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the proposal with the above modifications. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Mike Smith Members Present: • • ~ D I~~ ~J~i~{ ~ I I ~ ~ I~JCA~PSE9 _ ~. ~ EAST ELEVATION scALe: 1/16" = 1'-0" SOUTH ELEVATION ~~'n~n,,N^~ ~ (~ SCALD: 1/16" ~ P-O" S~N~~~' `~~ +~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Brad Buller October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00503 -TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 2,260 square foot Del Taco fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.53 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) - APN: 0227-161-35. Design Parameters: The project site is one of the first of 16 pad sites and is part of the Route 66 Center of the Victoria Gardens Mall. A Master Plan and a Design Handbook supplement were approved for this portion of the mall. Del Taco is proposed on Pad #12 in the east half of the Center. The architectural design theme for the Center is Route 66 architecture. Project pads that are submitted to the Design Review Committee (DRC) have been through a separate review process through Forest City, the master builder for the center. Only those projects that have the approval of Forest City will be presented to the DRC for consideration. 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 issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The concept of exposed neon is very Route 66. The applicant has proposed a lighting system that will appear as exposed neon, but does not have the same potential safety risks. The plans show the proposed location and color (red). An example of the lighting system and method of attachment will be presented to the DRC at the meeting. The City's Sign Ordinance allows exterior neon; however, prohibits exposed tubing because of wind safety concerns. Neon tubing may be permitted when enclosed within Plexiglas. 2. The applicant should consider greater use of decorative paving for the handicap parking spaces immediately outside the front of the building. 3. Trash enclosure shall be designed to architecturally integrate with the Center's Route 66 architecture. 4. Menu board sings shall not exceed the height of screen wall. 5. On-site directional signs are currently not allowed for the separate pad users. Forest City is • working to establish a separate program to address on-site directional signs for the entire Route 66 Center. DRC AGENDA DRC2004-00503 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES October 19, 2004 Page 2 6. Provide broad canopy shade trees or shade structures for the outdoor dining patio. This could be accomplished by adding a tree in planters at the northwest and southeast corners of patio. Consider adding a fountain to help mask traffic noise and cool space. Any shade structure should carefully consider the high winds and would be subject to City Planner review and approval. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Any freestanding wall shall end at a pilaster with a decorative cap. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project with the above listed conditions. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Brad Buller Members Present: -..J • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 p.m. Brad Buller October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00504-TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a 3,000 square foot W endy's fast food restaurant with drive-thru on 0.73 acre of land within the Route 66 out parcels of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Monet Avenue (private street) - APN: 0227-161-35. Design Parameters: The project site is one of the first of 16 pad sites and is part of the Route 66 Center of the Victoria Gardens Mall. A Master Plan and a Design Handbook supplement were approved for this portion of the mall. Wendy's is proposed on Pad #6 in the southwest quadrant of the Center. The architectural design theme for the Center is Route 66 architecture. Project pads that are submitted to the Design Review Committee (DRC) have been through a separate review process through Forest City, the master builder for the Center. Only those projects that have the approval of Forest City will be presented to the DRC for consideration. 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 issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The Landscape Plan was mistakenly omitted from the submittal package and will be presented at the DRC meeting. The earlier Landscape Plan did not provide trees along the front entry side of the building (the west elevation). At a minimum, staff recommends trees within a landscape finger at the northwest corner of the building and within the planter south of the trash enclosure. 2. The concept of exposed neon is very Route 66. The applicant has proposed a lighting system that will appear as exposed neon, but does not have the same potential safety risks. The plans show the proposed location and color (red). An example of the lighting system and method of attachment will be presented to the DRC at the meeting. The City's Sign Ordinance allows exterior neon; however, prohibits exposed tubing because of wind safety concerns. Neon tubing may be permitted when enclosed within Plexiglas. 3. The applicant should consider greater use of decorative paving in the drive aisle immediately outside the front of the building. 4. Trash enclosure shall be designed to architecturally integrate with the building architecture. • DRC AGENDA DRC2004-00504 - TARLOS AND ASSOCIATES October 19, 2004 • Page 2 5. On-site directional signs are currently not allowed for the separate pad users. Forest City is working to establish a separate program to address on-site directional signs for the entire Route 66 Center. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: There are no policy issues. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project with the above listed conditions. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Brad Buller Members Present: • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:20 p.m. Donald Granger October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00061 -TOLL BROTHERS, INC. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 15single-family lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (.1 to 2 dwelling units per acre), located on the west side of Archibald Avenue, north of Hillside Road - APN: 1061-561-02. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16262 and Minor Exception DRC2004-00662. Design Parameters: The project site has a final map (SUBTT16262) and has been graded, and Alexis Avenue has been paved. The site is bounded on the east by Archibald Avenue, to the south by the historic landmark Demens-Tolstoy Ranch House and an approved 11-lot single-family subdivision, to the west by vacant land, and to the north by existing single-family houses. All properties to the north, south, east and west are zoned Very Low Residential (.1-2 dwelling units per acre). The proposed project consists of four floor plans that range in square footage from 4,466 square feet to 5,864 square feet. Architectural styles include Spanish Colonial, Tuscan, Craftsmen, Mission, and Manor. The project site is located within the Hillside Overlay District, which requires architectural design techniques that minimize the amount of grading and allow the house to follow the natural grades. The project has been designed so that all floor plans have stepped pads, with . elevation changes ranging from a minimum of 3 feet to a maximum 5.8 feet, thereby, meeting the design goals of the Hillside Overlay District. All plans have variation in the footprints and articulation in the wall planes, thereby avoiding "box on box" building forms. All plans have been designed with roof planes that have strong variation, and are within the 30-foot high building envelope requirement. All horse corrals meet the 70-foot radius requirement from all adjacent dwelling units, and the Community Trail on Archibald Avenue will be required to be installed with the proposed project. Background: The Design Review Committee reviewed the project at its September 14, 2004, meeting and did not approve the project. The Committee directed the applicant to revise the plans and to work with staff on the following Major Issue: The Committee indicated that additional enhancement to the side and rear elevations would be required in order to meet the 360-degree architectural requirement. The Committee directed the applicant to add substantial amounts of architectural elements to the side and rear elevations, including, but not limited to, divided light windows, recesses, decorative wrought iron accents, corbels, potshelfs, Craftsman style windows, shutters, and arched windows as appropriate to each architectural style. The applicant has made substantial enhancements to the side and rear elevations of all plans. The applicant has added the following architectural elements where appropriate to the selected architectural style (e.g. Spanish Colonial, Craftsman, etc.): divided light windows, shutters, base treatment with battered cap, stucco recesses with wrought iron accents, faux wrought iron balconies, arched windows with decorative sills and surrounds, wood siding to wall planes, and stone or siding to chimneys. Staff is pleased with the enhancements and is of the opinion that no other modifications are necessary the meet the 360-degree architectural requirement. • Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. DRC AGENDA DRC2004-00061 -TOLL BROTHERS, INC. • October 19, 2004 Page 2 Maior Issues: There are no major issues. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve all major issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. There are no secondary issues. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. All interior private yard slopes are required to be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs, and one tree per 150 square feet of area. 2. River rock shall be real, or native fieldstone may be used. Stone veneers are not permitted. 3. Provide decorative pavement on driveways. Decorative driveways shall have variation throughout the subdivision. 4. No wood fencing is allowed. Construct block walls between homes (i.e. along interior side and rear property line) for permanence, durability, and design consistency. • 5. Access gates to rear yards should be constructed of a material more durable than wood. Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC. 6. Taper three or four-car driveways down to standard two-car width at the street. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend approval to the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Donald Granger Members Present: • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:40 p.m. Donald Granger October 19, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16714 - CECIL R. CARNEY - A request to subdivide 1.48 acres into 3 parcels for industrial purposes in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Development Review DRC2004-00564 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00564 - CECIL R. CARNEY -The development of 3 industrial buildings totaling 15,500 square feet on 1.48 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12), located at the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-321-21. Related Files: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16714 and Preliminary Review DRC2004-00171. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Design Parameters: The 1.48 acre project site at located is the southern terminus of Charles Smith Avenue. Historically the project site was used for vineyards, but now is primarily comprised of invasive, weedy vegetation. The I-15 Freeway (4th Street off-ramp for the I-15 Freeway) begins just east of the site; hence, the site is visually prominent from the freeway. The site slopes southerly at • approximately 1.5 percent and has previously been disced for weed abatement purposes. The surrounding properties include industrial development to the west, five industrial buildings which have an approved land use entitlement that are in the plan check review to the north, the I-15 Freeway to the east, and the I-15 Freeway/4th Street off-ramp to the south. The I-15 Freeway varies from 8 to 12 feet higher (north to south through the project site) than the building pad elevations. The applicant is proposing to subdivide 1.48 acres of land into three separate parcels and develop three industrial buildings. The buildings are proposed on Parcels 1 through 3 and range from 3,875 to 6,218 square feet in size. All three buildings will share access from a driveway on Charles Smith Avenue. All three buildings are designed with separate parking and loading areas. The loading areas are on the south side of each building away from public view. The buildings have a sculptural feel due to the articulation of wall planes both horizontally and vertically. The buildings constructed of painted tilt-up concrete with sandblasting incorporated as a second primary material. The sandblasting is primarily used as an accent material on recessed areas (above and/or below vision and spandrel glass). Other architectural elements on the buildings include vision and spandrel glass and metal canopies at the north and west elevations. All buildings have recessed window bays and columns that will provide shadow. 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. • 1. All buildings should have additional sandblasted concrete in order to fulfill the requirement of having two primary building materials. Sandblasted concrete should be added in larger proportions at all office areas/entrances for all buildings. Staff suggests the following enhancements: DRC AGENDA SUBTPM16714 AND DRC2004-00564 - CECIL R. CARNEY October 19, 2004 Page 4 Buildings A, B, and C: Sandblast the entire wall plane on the north and west elevations at the office area/building entrances. 2. The project has a frontage along the I-15 Freeway, and requires enhanced architectural treatment to the north and east elevations visible from the I-15 Freeway. Staff suggests that the following enhancements be made. Buildings A, B, and C: At the northeast corner of all buildings on the north and east elevations, the entire extended wall plane should be sandblasted. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. The existing chain link fence on the east property line should be replaced with a wrought iron fence, thereby, providing continuity of fencing materials with the existing wrought fence along the west property line. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. All roll-up doors shall be painted to match the building. • 2. Outdoor employee eating areas should pre-cast concrete furniture, including tables, chairs, and trash receptacles. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the project subject to the Major and Secondary Issues addressed as recommended above. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Donald Granger Members Present: • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 9:00 p.m. Emily Wimer October 19, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16574 -MARTINEZ PROPERTIES - A request to subdivide .90 acre into four single-family lots in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way - APN: 1077-041-56. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00692-MARTINEZ PROPERTIES-Areviewoffoursingle- family homes on .90 acre of land in the Low Residential District, located at 7388 Teak Way - APN: 1077-041-56. Design Parameters: This corner property totals .90 acre. The neighborhood is predominantly one-story homes. Located on-site is one single-family home which will be demolished. The applicant is proposing to remove nine trees which are located within the footprint of the homes; three of the trees are heritage trees and will require replacement per the Tree Preservation Ordinance. The developer is proposing four single-family lots averaging 9,763.50 square feet. The applicant is proposing all one-story floor plans, and two reverse footprints. The Development Code does not require a minimum number of floor plans because the application is only four lots. The applicant has requested to submit for design review of the project, however, it is not required. The applicant • has worked with staff to incorporate window shutters, pot shelves, mullions, and rockwork to all homes. 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: Is there sufficient architectural variety? Lots 2 and 4 will incorporate ledge stone, Lots 1 and 3 will incorporate stacked stone rock veneer. Separate color schemes will help provide variation as well. The homes facing public view (Lots 2 and 4) have been upgraded with additional eves and window detail. Because the site is only four homes, the Committee shall review and decide whether or not movement of the footprint is necessary to create less of a box like footprint. 2. Does the single footprint provide sufficient architectural interest in form and massing? The rear of the house is a simple box without any articulation. The Committee should provide direction whether their policy encouraging articulation applies to single-story homes. Although no floorplans were provided (see Roof Plan for an indication of interior layout), it should be possible to introduce apop-out element. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. To create visual variation between the four homes, provide a low wall and courtyard area on • two of the four homes (see attached example). DRC AGENDA SUBTPM16574 AND DRC2004-00692 - MARTINEZ PROPERTIES October 19, 2004 • Page 2 2. Because of the large expanse of driveway for the three car garages, scored and textured concrete shall be provided for all driveways. 3. Continue the rock work on all pilasters all the way to the roof eaves. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Construct decorative block walls along interior side and rear property lines, and decorative return walls between homes, rather than wood fencing, for permanence, durability, and design consistency. Access gates to the rear yards shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood gates (acceptable gate materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC). All block walls facing public view shall be constructed of decorative material including a trim cap detail. 2. Replacement trees are required at a one to one ratio, minimum 15-gallon sized tree for all heritage trees removed. 3. Chimneys should be designed consistent with the architectural style of the homes. Although not shown on Elevations, the Roof Plan indicates that homes will have a fireplace. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review the project in light of the • Major issue and Secondary Issues and recommend review and approval by the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Emily Wimer Members Present: • .. • STUCCO TRI STUCCO FIN If STONE V CONCRETE C~ STUCCO FINISH-I~ ~~ (~~alc~ ~Xlnibr} ",Ll~ v N ~! k :G`O:U:R:TTYA°R D DETAIL -PLAN 1 A • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY OCTOBER 5, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTION AGENDA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher CONSENT CALENDAR Nancy Fong Larry McNiel 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. (Emily/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00428 - OAKMONT INDUSTRIAL GROUP - A request to develop a 151,476 square foot warehouse facility in the General Industrial District (Subarea 4), located on the south side of 8th Street west of Archibald Avenue - • APN: 0209-171-59, 60, and 61. 7:10 p.m. (Brad/Joe) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00910 -THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY- The design review of a 9,577 square foot restaurant building with a bar, and a request for sale of distilled spirits for on-site consumption, in the Victoria Gardens regional center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the southeast corner of North Mainstreet and Monticello Avenue - APN: 0227-201-35 (Lot 12-15716-1 ). 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. (Alan/Mark) HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00917-BALENORESIDENCE- A request to construct a 3,925 square foot single-family home within the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at 8062 Camino Predera - APN: 0207-641-11. 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. Emily W imer October 5, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00428 - OAKMONT INDUSTRIAL GROUP - A request to develop a 151,476 square foot warehouse facility in the General Industrial District (Subarea 4), located on the south side of 8th Street west of Archibald Avenue - APN: 0209-171-59, 60, and 61. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Fong, McPhail Staff Planner: Emily Wimer The applicant incorporated sandblasted panels on the east, west, and south elevations, as required. The Committee approved the block wall on a portion of the east and west property boundaries. The applicant will construct wrought iron fencing with decorative pilasters, and screened with 5-gallon shrubs. An additional landscape planter was added, as requested, and decorative file detail was presented on the building elevations. The project was approved and will be forwarded to the City • Planner for review. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:10 p.m. Brad Buller October 5, 2004 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00910 -THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY -The design review of a 9,577 square foot restaurant building with a bar, and a request for sale of distilled spirits for on-site consumption, in the Victoria Gardens regional center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located atthe southeast corner of North Mainstreet and Monticello Avenue - APN: 0227-201-35 (Lot 12-15716-1 ). ORAL REPORT WILL BE PRESENTED AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Fong, McPhail Staff Planner: Brad Buller The Committee recommended approval of the project. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Alan Warren October 5, 2004 HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00917 - BALENO RESIDENCE - A request to construct a 3,925 square foot single-family home within the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at 8062 Camino Predera - APN: 0207-641-11. Background: The projectwas approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC) on May 18, 2004. Subsequently, significant issues of the hillside design along Camino Predera were brought to light during the appeal of DRC2003-00961. Also, after Committee review, the applicant noted that the proposed house was "sited" on the wrong lot. Because of these issues, staff believes it is appropriate for the Committee to revisit the subject project prior to being forwarded to the Planning Commission. The design has not changed significantly since the previous review. Refer to the attached DRC Comments of May 18, 2004, for staff analysis. The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion regarding the modified plan and issues. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: • 1. During the appeal of DRC2003-00961, the City Council felt that this unique neighborhood warranted more view consideration than the minimum/maximum hillside standards currently provide for. This house is located on the uphill side of Camino Predera rather that the south side of the DRC2003-00961 proposal. Therefore, this proposal does not appear to cause view concerns of the appealed project. 2. Because the grades on the north side of the road are rather uniform, the Grading Plan has not changed significantly from the previous submittal. The revised Grading Plan was approved by the Grading Review Committee on September 13, 2004. Staff notes, however, that the level area of the rear yard has been reduced and the minimum 15-foot level grade has not been provided adjacent to the house. Staff recommends that the minimum level area be provided by redesign of the grades or with low retaining walls along the rear slope. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project with the above listed conditions in addition to the conditions of the May 18, 2004, DRC approval. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Fong, McPhail Staff Planner: Alan Warren The Committee recommended approval of the application to the Planning Commission with the staff recommended conditions. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS October 5, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Br Iler Secretary • n U DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY OCTOBER 5, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher CONSENT CALENDAR Nancy Fong Larry McNiel 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. (Emily/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00428 - OAKMONT INDUSTRIAL GROUP - A request to develop a 151,476 square foot warehouse facility in the General Industrial District (Subarea 4), located on the south side of 8th Street west of Archibald Avenue - • APN: 0209-171-59, 60, and 61. 7:10 p.m. (Brad/Joe) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00910-THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY- The design review of a 9,577 square foot restaurant building with a bar, and a request for sale of distilled spirits for on-site consumption, in the Victoria Gardens regional center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the southeast corner of North Mainstreet and Monticello Avenue - APN: 0227-201-35 (Lot 12-15716-1 ). 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. (Alan/Mark) HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00917 - BALENO RESIDENCE - A request to construct a 3,925 square foot single-family home within the Low ' Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at 8062 Camino Predera - APN: 0207-641-11. 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. DRC AGENDA October 5, 2004 • Page 2 ADJOURNMENT I, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist II for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on September 30, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. ~ / (pX,ce.d a~ Q/1Gf~~.2c.~1~~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:00 p.m. Emily W imer October 5, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00428 - OAKMONT INDUSTRIAL GROUP - A request to develop a 151,476 square foot warehouse facility in the General Industrial District (Subarea 4), located on the south side of 8th Street west of Archibald Avenue - APN: 0209-171-59, 60, and 61. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: EmilyWimer Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:10 p.m. Brad Buller October 5, 2004 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-00910 -THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY -The design review of a 9,577 square foot restaurant building with a bar, and a request for sale of distilled spirits for on-site consumption, in the Victoria Gardens regional center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the southeast corner of North Mainstreet and Monticello Avenue - APN: 0227-201-35 (Lot 12-15716-1 ). ORAL REPORT WILL BE PRESENTED AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Brad Buller Members Present: • n LJ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Alan Warren October 5, 2004 HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00917 - BALENO RESIDENCE - A request to construct a 3,925 square foot single-family home within the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at 8062 Camino Predera - APN: 0207-641-11. Background: The project was approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC) on May 18, 2004. Subsequently, significant issues of the hillside design along Camino Predera were brought to light during the appeal of DRC2003-00961. Also, after Committee review, the applicant noted that the proposed house was "sited" on the wrong lot. Because of these issues, staff believes it is appropriate for the Committee to revisit the subject project prior to being forwarded to the Planning Commission. The design has not changed significantly since the previous review. Refer to the attached DRC Comments of May 18, 2004, for staff analysis. The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion regarding the modified plan and issues. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: • 1. During the appeal of DRC2003-00961, the City Council felt that this unique neighborhood warranted more view consideration than the minimum/maximum hillside standards currently provide for. This house is located on the uphill side of Camino Predera rather that the south side of the DRC2003-00961 proposal. Therefore, this proposal does not appear to cause view concerns of the appealed project. 2. Because the grades on the north side of the road are rather uniform, the Grading Plan has not changed significantly from the previous submittal. The revised Grading Plan was approved by the Grading Review Committee on September 13, 2004. Staff notes, however, that the level area of the rear yard has been reduced and the minimum 15-foot level grade has not been provided adjacent to the house. Staff recommends that the minimum level area be provided by redesign of the grades or with low retaining walls along the rear slope. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project with the above listed conditions in addition to the conditions of the May 18, 2004, DRC approval. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Alan Warren Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Alan Warren May 18, 2004 HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00917 - BALENO RESIDENCE - A request to construct a 3,925 square foot single-family home, located at 8062 Camino Predera within the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) - APN: 0207-641-1 1. Design Parameters: The site is located on the north side of Camino Predera Street, facing south on Red Hill. The front third of the lot has a 50 percent (2:1) down slope grade to the roadway and the remaining slope is around 15 percent (6.7:1) to the rear. The lot is in a row of five contiguous lots on the north side of the street that are vacant and have similar features. With the steep north-south down slope, the visual mass/height reduction of the house as viewed from Camino Predera Street will be an important aspect of conformity with the Hillside Design Standards. 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: • 1. A significant feature of the plot plan is the "switch-back" driveway configuration. This alignment provides an answer for vehicular access without unduly steep grades or grading cuts. This design is to be accomplished with multiple stepped retaining walls along the front yard area. Staff believes this driveway design is in keeping with the hillside policies. 2. The house is a three-story structure with atuck-under garage that is cut into the natural slope. This cut is as much as 9 feet and, therefore, the project must be reviewed by the Planning Commission. The two stories above fit within the 30-foot hillside building envelop except for the chimneys. The east elevation exhibits a total building height of 38 feet above the cut driveway grade into the garage. Much of the elevation mass of the top floor is taken up with hip roofs with dormers and stepped back gabled walls. The straight-up multiple-story walls are view only from the garage side and the rear yard. Staff, therefore, believes the house does satisfy the hillside policies by exhibiting single-story elements and hipped roof-lines toward the down slopes. 3. In order to provide the required 15 feet of level back yard area, the grading plan includes a cut into the rear slope at an increased grade of around 40 percent. Staff believes this feature can be acceptable as long as the slope is heavily planted and provided with extensive erosion controlling devices (terrace drains, jute mesh, etc.) Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. A Conceptual Landscape Plan should be provided for staff review prior to review of the project by the Planning Commission. The plan should provide a high degree of erosion control by use of appropriate plant materials to bind the soil. • 2. The Site Plan indicates that two trees on the rear of the site are to be saved in place. The Landscape Plan should include any specific preservation techniques (retaining wall planters, etc.) that will be used towards this end. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2003-00917 - BALENO RESIDENCE • May 18, 2004 Page 2 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. In hillside areas, development is to be designed to preserve open spaces, protect natural features, and offer views to residents. 3. Round off and contour all graded slopes to blend with the existing terrain, and present a more natural appearance. 4. Establish proper soil management techniques to reduce the adverse effects (i.e., erosion) of grading. 5. Minimize disruption of existing natural features, such as trees and othersignificantvegetation, natural ground forms, rock outcroppings, water, and views. 6. Coordinate exterior building design on all elevations from building to building to achieve the same level of design quality. • 7. Use native rock for fieldstone. Other forms of stone may be manufactured products. 8. Select plant materials for their suitability to the environment and compatibility with Xeriscape principles (i.e., water conservation). Include existing mature trees worthyof preservation in the landscape concept. Select fast growing vegetative ground covers for fill/cut slope areas to retard soil erosion. 10. Significant landscaping is required for downslope elevations. Slopes that required landscaping shall be planted with informal clusters of trees and shrubs to soften and vary the slope plane. Jute netting is required. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project with the above listed conditions. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fong, McPhail, Stewart Staff Planner: Alan Warren The Committee recommended approval of the application subject to the above listed conditions and that a complete Conceptual Landscape Plan be submitted for Committee review prior to being reviewed by the Planning Commission. C~