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Home My WebLink About2004/05/18 - Agenda PacketDESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING • TUESDAY MAY 18, 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 Nancy Fong Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. 7:00 p.m. • (Doug/Willie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16539 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 parcels related to the development of 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00209 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. 7:20 p.m. (Donald/gene) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 15 single-family lots on 4.39 acres of land in the in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located at the southwest corner of Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 0225-161-45. Related Files: Tentative. Tract Map SUBTT14493, Variance DRC2003-01187, and Minor Exception DRC2004-00322. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified by the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in June of 1991, and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and Initial Study/Addendum certified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga on October 26, 1999, and August 1, 2001, respectively, and . does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, and Initial Study/Addendum. DRC ACTION AGENDA May 18, 2004 • Page 2 7:40 p.m. (Alan/Mark) 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: 0207-641-11. 8:00 p.m. (Nancy/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Red Robin restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating area within the approved Foothill Crossing commercial center in the Regional Related Commercial Office District, located atthe southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Foothill Boulevard -APN: 0229-021-62, 63, 64. 8:20 p.m. (Vance/Mark)' A request to construct one industrial building totaling 20,887 square feet on 2.52 acres of land in the General Industrial zoning district (Subarea 8), located at 8657 Pecan Avenue -APN: 0229-181-09 and 12. 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. Doug Fenn May 18, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16539 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 parcels related to the development of 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street-APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00209 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. Design Parameters: The site is located in an area of existing or proposed lead/spur railroad lines; hence, is "required to be developed in accordance with Rail Service Standards provided in Section 17.30.040. F" of the Industrial Districts. A spur track exists along the west project boundary. A lead/spur line is planned along the east project boundary. The site is surrounded by industrial designated land to the north, south, and east. A utility corridor containing power transmission lines and the Day Creek flood control channel exists to the west. Evidence of reoccurring discing for fire abatement purposes is evident. The site presently drains from the northwest to the southwest. To the north, across Arrow Route, is vacant land. To the east is vacant land; to the south are industrial buildings; and across Rochester Avenue, to the west, is an industrial center. The land slopes to the • south with a fall of 17 feet. The infill industrial development contains four single-story industrial warehouse buildings, which range in size from 7,380 square feet to 18,258 square feet. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site will be off of 6th Street and Santa Anita Avenue. Additionally, the applicant has provided an outdoor employees' area for most of the buildings. The buildings have a minimal amount of 360-degree architectural elements. The buildings do have detail at the primary entry points, but the remaining portions of the building are lacking the details. The buildings needing a secondary material will have recessed bronze reflective glazing, and sandblasted concrete, with a multi color paint scheme. The proposed map is for financing purposes. 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: Site Plan -Redesign the product type and Site Plan layout to address rail service standards. 2. Architecture - Provide a second primary exterior building material as required by Section 17.30.060.7. • 3. Architectural Form -Vertical and/or greater horizontal articulation is needed on the south elevation of Buildings H, J, K, P, and O along 6th Street. DRC ACTION AGENDA SUBTPM16539 AND DRC2004-00209 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES May 18, 2004 Page 2 4. Landscaping - A minimum 5-foot planter is required along entire north, south, and west property lines. The east property line and a portion of the north property line (at northeast corner) do not meet Code standard for a continuous 5-foot perimeter landscaped strip (RCMC 17.12.030.A.11.b and 17.30.040.E.4.c). 5. In addition, one tree per each 3 parking stalls is required to shade parking spaces between buildings J and E, and along the east property line of Buildings M, N, and O (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.a and 17.30.040.E.4.a.). Also, one tree per 30 linear feet of building face is required along the north, south, and west of all buildings except for loading areas (RCMC17.12.030.A.1 i .a and 17.30.040.E.4.b). Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. The City's line-of-sight standards will affect the landscape design along 6th Street, east of the intersection. Drivers exiting onto 6th Street have poor visibility due to the curvature of the street east of the Santa Anita Avenue intersection. Typically, no shrubs or berms, are allowed within the sight line visibility area. In addition, the number of species of trees allowed is also greatly limited. 2. Outdoor employee eating areas should be designed with surrounding landscape buffers from adjoining parking and drive aisles. • 3. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be Incorporated into the project design without discussion: Paint roll-up doors and service doors to match the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return to the Committee for further review. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fong, McPhail, Stewart Staff Planner: Doug Fenn At the meeting, the applicant agreed that he will work with staff to address the following: 1. The major issues regarding the requirements for a second primary exterior building materials and architectural enhancement to those buildings along 6th street. 2. The required 5-foot landscaping planters along the property lines and the required trees along the property boundaries and perimeter of the buildings. • 3. The outdoor employee areas. 4. No exterior downspouts and paint roll-up doors and service doors to match the building colors. DRC ACTION AGENDA SUBTPM16539 AND DRC2004-00209 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES May 18, 2004 Page 3 The applicant, however, disagreed with the Committee that the project should have to be designed to accommodate rail service standards. He stated that the railroad company has sent them a letter stating they have no interest in providing a rail line through the project. The Committee stated that with the acceptance of the applicant to work with staff in addressing all the identified design issues as stated in the staff report, they would recommend approval of the project. The Committee directed staff to review those revisions and only need to bring the plans back to the Committee for review if design issues were not resolved at staff level. However, the Committee commented that the applicant needs to address the rail issue by reserving the rail easement for future use and that this issue would have to be forwarded to the Planning Commission for discussion and review. C~ • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Donald Granger May 18, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 15single-family lots on 4.39 acres of land in the in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located at the southwest corner of Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 0225-161-45. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT14493, Variance DRC2003-01187, and Minor Exception DRC2004-00322. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified by the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in June of 1991, and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and Initial Study/Addendum certified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga on October 26, 1999, and August 1, 2001, respectively, and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, and Initial Study/Addendum. Background: The applicant is proposing to develop 15single-family homes on previously approved Tentative Tract 14493 (Monterra 3). Tentative Tract 14493 was previously approved by the County of San Bernardino and annexed into the City as part of the Rancho Etiwanda area. The homes have been designed with four architectural styles (Bungalow, Country, Ranch, and Santa Barbara), • and will include a total of four floor plans. Three of the plans include front porches, and the remaining plan has an option for aside-on garage. The applicant is proposing the same house product that was previously approved by the Planning Commission on September 11, 2002, for Tracts 14493-1 and 14522 (Development Review DRC2002-00442), and for Tentative Tract 16306 (Development Review DRC2002-01029), which was approved on June 25, 2003. Tracts 14493-1 and 14522 (Monterra 1) are located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, on the north and south sides of Vintage Drive. Tract 16306 (Monterra 2) is located at the southwest corner of Vintage Drive and Day Creek Boulevard. The model homes for Tracts 14493-1 and 14522 will serve as the model homes for the proposed project. Design Parameters: The site falls within the Rancho Etiwanda planned development, a 1,238 residential unit development approved by the County of San Bernardinoin May 1991, and subsequently annexed in to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The project site was rough graded when the Rancho Etiwanda area was mass graded and infrastructure was installed. The site is bordered bysingle-family homes to the west and south, future single-family residential to the north, across Banyan Street, and single-family homes to east, across Day Creek Boulevard. Development is regulated by a Development Agreement. 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 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. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. May 18, 2004 Page 2 The site is exposed to noise from rock crusher truck traffic, particularly during early morning hours. The developer has prepared a Noise Study that identifies sound mitigation measures, including sound walls up to 8 feet in height along street frontages and special construction techniques. The City's noise consultant is currently reviewing the Noise Study. Walls over 6 feet in height will require a Minor Exception. • 2. The decks should be a standard feature, not an option, for all lots that have reverse frontage on Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard. Banyan Street offers prime view opportunities of the mountains. Day Creek Boulevard is a Special Boulevard, and the rear elevations of houses that back onto Day Creek Boulevard should receive enhanced treatment. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. 1. Provide minimum 5-foot setback between public sidewalk and block walls on corner side yards (See problem on Lot 1). 2. All interior private yard slopes are required to be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs and one tree per 150 square feet of area. 3. River rock shall be real, or native fieldstone may be used. Stone veneers are not permitted 4. Provide decorative pavement on driveways. Decorative driveways shall have variation throughout the subdivision. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that, with Secondary Issues addressed, the Committee recommend approval to the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: ' Members Present: Fong, McPhail, Stewart Staff Planner: Donald Granger The Committee reviewed the project and recommended approval, subject to the policy issues and the following condition: The decks shall be a standard feature, not an option, for all lots that have reverse frontage on Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard. The decks shall have variation including, but not limited too, variation in the railing, deck sizes, materials, and supporting posts. Final design of the decks shall be subject to City Planner review and approval during the plan check process. • 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: 0207-641-11. 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. 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: 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 maybe 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 worthy of preservation in the landscape concept. 9. 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. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 p.m. Nancy Fong May 18, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Red Robin restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating area within the approved Foothill Crossing commercial center in the Regional Related Commercial Office District, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0229-021-62, 63, 64. Design Parameters: The proposed Red Robin restaurant is taking the approved building pad at the southwest corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards. This corner is designated as an activity center per the Foothill Boulevard Visual Improvement Plan and a very prominent cornerwhere there is truly no backside to a building. The building pad is part of the approved Foothill Crossing master planned commercial center, which included an established winery theme architectural program. Previously, the Planning Commission has approved architecture for this building pad that consisted of a Tuscan winery theme with file roof and generous stonework on the building walls (Exhibit "A). Although the ends of the Red Robin building include a curved parapet, similar to that of Sears Grand, and a river rock wainscot, the overall effect is not at the same level of richness and detail as the previously approved plans or the winery architectural theme. 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: The proposed building design is low profile and basically a box with curved trellis. Because this is a prominent corner, the building (all four sides) needs to exhibit a strong architectural design that includes taller elements such as, but not limited to, a roof tower to the main building entry and repeated at other sides, curvilinear parapet consistent with the design in the commercial center, articulation to the building plane with substantial size/depth of recessed and pop-outs areas, and articulation to building surface with rich materials. 2. The north elevation faces Foothill Boulevard. The side of the building particularly needs enhancement with roof tower, curvilinear parapet, river rock, 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. Use battered river rock columns for trellis works at the outdoor patio area and at the main entry. 2. ~ Provide trees around the perimeter of the building. Use the same tree species as in the center. 3. The outdoor seating area is next to the activity center. The design should not compete nor should it be totally separated from the activity center. The outdoor seating area should interface and be integrated with the activity center so that the two areas are designed to appears as one in terms of hardscape, trellis work, materials, colors, walkways, and • landscaping. 4. The wood rafter ends have the appearance of being tacked-onto the trellis. Modify the design so that they are true trellis element. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN . 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: Exposed neon tubing is not allowed by Sign Ordinance. 2. The Sign Ordinance and the Uniform Sign Program allow a maximum of three wall signs, or two wall signs and a monument sign. Four wall signs are proposed. The maximum wall sign area is 75 square feet and the maximum sign height is 3 feet per the Sign Program. Revise the signs to comply with the Sign Program. 3. Sign copy should display the name of the business only and not include marketing slogans, lists of products or services. Delete "America's Gourmet Burgers & Spirits". 4. Use real river rock rather than manufactured rock veneer. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the applicant revised the elevations to address the above identified issues and resubmit for Committee review. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: • Members Present: Fong, McPhail, Stewart Staff Planner: Nancy Fong The Design Review Committee stated that the design of the restaurant is one of prototype and did not provide compatibility to the winery theme established for the center, and that the design of the building has facade elements that appear too "Hollywood-ish." The Committee did not object to the corporate burgundy accent color. The Committee accepted the logo sign provided that they comply with the sign area and sign height as contained in the Uniform Sign Program. The Committee directed the applicant to work with staff in revising the elevations and submit for Committee review. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:20 p.m. Vance Pomeroy May 18, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2002-00511 - DI CARLO - A request to construct one industrial building totaling 20,887 square feet on 2.52 acres of land in the General Industrial zoning district (Subarea 8), located at 8657 Pecan Avenue - APN: 0229-181-09 and 12. ORAL REPORT. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fong, McPhail, Stewart Staff Planner: Vance Pomeroy The Design Review Committee reviewed the revised elevations presented by the applicant. The revised elevations showed that the metal trellis/canopy around the building has been removed. In lieu of the metal trellis/canopy, three horizontal metal bars were being proposed at the corners of the buildings. The Committee approved the changes with the condition that additional sandblasting bands at the top of the buildings shall be provided, subject to City Planner review and approval. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • MAY 18, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller Secretary • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING • TUESDAY MAY 18, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Nancy Fong Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. • 7:00 p.m. (Doug/Willie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16539 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 parcels related to the development of 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2004-00209 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street - APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. 7:20 p.m. (Donald/gene) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 15 single-family lots on 4.39 acres of land in the in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located at the southwest corner of Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 0225-161-45. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT14493, Variance DRC2003-01187, and Minor Exception DRC2004-00322. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified by the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in June of 1991, and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and Initial Study/Addendum certified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga on October 26, 1999, and August 1, 2001, respectively, and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, and Initial Study/Addendum. • u DRC AGENDA May 18, 2004 Page 2 7:40 p.m. (Alan/Mark) 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: 0207-641-11. 8:00 p.m. (Nancy/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Red Robin restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating area within the approved Foothill Crossing commercial center in the Regional Related Commercial Office District, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0229-021-62, 63, 64. PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT 1, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 13, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. rl..P~/J~C~S ~Gv`Ul..~ • REVISED AGENDA DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY MAY 18, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Nancy Fong Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. 7:00 p.m. • (Doug/Willie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16539 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 parcels related to the development of 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00209 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. 7:20 p.m. (Donald/gene) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 15 single-family lots on 4.39 acres of land in the in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located at the southwest corner of Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 0225-161-45. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT14493, Variance DRC2003-01187, and Minor Exception DRC2004-00322. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Reportcertified by the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in June of 1991, and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and Initial Study/Addendum certified bythe City of Rancho Cucamonga on October 26, 1999, and August 1, 2001, respectively, and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, and Initial Study/Addendum. DRC AGENDA May 18, 2004 • Page 2 7:40 p.m. (Alan/Mark) 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: 0207-641-11. 8:00 p.m. (Nancy/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Red Robin restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating area within the approved Foothill Crossing commercial center in the Regional Related Commercial Office District, located atthe southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Foothill Boulevard -APN: 0229-021-62, 63, 64. 8:20 p.m. (Vance/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEWDRC2002-00511- DI CARLO - A request to construct one industrial building totaling 20,887 square feet on 2.52 acres of land in the General Industrial zoning district (Subarea 8), located at 8657 Pecan Avenue -APN: 0229-181-09 and 12. PUBLIC COMMENTS • This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT 1, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 13, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Cenfer Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 p.m. Doug Fenn May 18, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16539 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A requestfor 17 parcels related to the development of 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00209 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request for 17 industrial park warehouse buildings on 13 acres within the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at Santa Anita and 6th Street -APN: 0229-283-23 and 48 Design Parameters: The site is located in an area of existing or proposed lead/spur railroad lines; hence, is "required to be developed in accordance with Rail Service Standards provided in Section 17.30.040. F" of the Industrial Districts. A spur track exists along the west project boundary. A lead/spur line is planned along the east project boundary. The site is surrounded by industrial designated land to the north, south, and east. A utility corridor containing power transmission lines and the Day Creek flood control channel exists to the west. Evidence of reoccurring discing for fire abatement purposes is evident. The site presently drains from the northwest to the southwest. To the north, across Arrow Route, is vacant land. To the east is vacant land; to the south are industrial • buildings; and across Rochester Avenue, to the west, is an industrial center. The land slopes to the south with a fall of 17 feet. The infill industrial development contains four single-story industrial warehouse buildings, which range in size from 7,380 square feet to 18,258 square feet. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site will be off of 6th Street and Santa Anita Avenue. Additionally, the applicant has provided an outdoor employees' area for most of the buildings. The buildings have a minimal amount of 360-degree architectural elements. The buildings do have detail at the primary entry points, but the remaining portions of the building are lacking the details. The buildings needing a secondary material will have recessed bronze reflective glazing, and sandblasted concrete, with a multi color paint scheme. The proposed map is for financing purposes. 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: Site Plan -Redesign the product type and Site Plan layout to address rail service standards. 2. Architecture - Provide a second primary exterior building material as required by Section 17.30.060.7. 3. Architectural Form -Vertical and/or greater horizontal articulation is needed on the south elevation of Buildings H, J, K, P, and O along 6th Street. DRC AGENDA SUBTPM16539 AND DRC2004-00209 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES • May 18, 2004 Page 2 4. Landscaping - A minimum 5-foot planter is required along entire north, south, and west property lines. The east property line and a portion of the north property line (at northeast ' corner) do not meet Code standard for a continuous 5-foot perimeter landscaped strip (RCMC 17.12.030.A.11.b and 17.30.040.E.4.c). 5. In addition, one tree per each 3 parking stalls is required to shade parking spaces between buildings J and E, and along the east property line of Buildings M, N, and O (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.a and 17.30.040.E.4.a.). Also, one tree per 30 linear feet of building face is required along the north, south, and west of all buildings except for loading areas (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.a and 17.30.040.E.4.b). Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The City's line-of-sight standards will affect the landscape design along 6th Street, east of the intersection. Drivers exiting onto 6th Street have poor visibility due to the curvature of the street east of the Santa Anita Avenue intersection. Typically, no shrubs or berms, are allowed within the sight line visibility area. In addition, the number of species of trees allowed is also greatly limited. 2. Outdoor employee eating areas should be designed with surrounding landscape buffers from adjoining parking and drive aisles. • 3. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be Incorporated into the project design without discussion: Paint roll-up doors and service doors to match the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return to the Committee for further review. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Doug Fenn Members Present: • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Donald Granger May 18, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for a previously approved tentative tract map consisting of 15single-family lots on 4.39 acres of land in the in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located at the southwest corner of Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 0225-161-45. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT14493, Variance DRC2003-01187, and Minor Exception DRC2004-00322. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified bythe County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in June of 1991, and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and Initial Study/Addendum certified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga on October 26, 1999, and August 1, 2001, respectively, and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, and Initial Study/Addendum. Background: The applicant is proposing to develop 15single-family homes on previously approved Tentative Tract 14493 (Monterra 3). Tentative Tract 14493 was previously approved by the County of San Bernardino and annexed into the City as part of the Rancho Etiwanda area. The homes • have been designed with four architectural styles (Bungalow, Country, Ranch, and Santa Barbara), and will include a total of four floor plans. Three of the plans include front porches, and the remaining plan has an option for aside-on garage. The applicant is proposing the same house product that was previously approved by the Planning Commission on September 11, 2002, for Tracts 14493-1 and 14522 (Development Review DRC2002-00442), and forTentative Tract 16306 (Development Review DRC2002-01029), which was approved on June 25, 2003. Tracts 14493-1 and 14522 (Monterra 1) are located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, on the north and south sides of Vintage Drive. Tract 16306 (Monterra 2) is located at the southwest corner of Vintage Drive and Day Creek Boulevard. The model homes for Tracts 14493-1, and 14522 will serve as the model homes for the proposed project. Design Parameters: The site falls within the Rancho Etiwanda planned development, a 1,238 residential unit development approved by the County of San Bernardinoin May 1991, and subsequently annexed in to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The project site was rough graded when the Rancho Etiwanda area was mass graded and infrastructure was installed. The site is bordered bysingle-family homes to the west and south, future single-family residential to the north, across Banyan Street, and single-family homes to east, across Day Creek Boulevard. Development is regulated by a Development Agreement. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maor Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project. 1. 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. DRC AGENDA DRC2003-01186 -YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES, L.P. • May 18, 2004 Page 2 The site is exposed to noise from rock crusher truck traffic, particularly during early morning hours. The developer has prepared a Noise Study that identifies sound mitigation measures, including sound walls up to 8 feet in height along street frontages and special construction techniques. The City's noise consultant is currently reviewing the Noise Study. Walls over 6 feet in height will require a Minor Exception. 2. The decks should be a standard feature, not an option, for all lots that have reverse frontage on Banyan Street and Day Creek Boulevard. Banyan Street offers prime view opportunities of the mountains. Day Creek Boulevard is a Special Boulevard, and the rear elevations of houses that back onto Day Creek Boulevard should receive enhanced treatment. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. 1. Provide minimums-foot setback between public sidewalk and block walls oncornersideyards (See problem on Lot 1). 2. All interior private yard slopes are required to be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs and one tree per 150 square feet of area. 3. River rock shall be real, or native fieldstone may be used. Stone veneers are not permitted. • 4. Provide decorative pavement on driveways. Decorative driveways shall have variation throughout the subdivision. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that, with Secondary Issues addressed, the Committee recommend approval to the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Donald Granger Members Present: n LJ • 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: 0207-641-11. 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 athree-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. U DRC AGENDA DRC2003-00917 May 18, 2004 Page 2 - BALENO RESIDENCE Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Grade land and landscape in.workable increments to avoid exposing vast expanses of bared earth at any given time to minimize soil erosion. l J 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 other significant vegetation, 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 worthy of preservation in the landscape concept. 9. 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: Staff Planner: Alan Warren Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 p.m. Nancy Fong May 18, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Red Robin restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating area within the approved Foothill Crossing commercial center in the Regional Related Commercial Office District, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0229-021-62, 63, 64. Design Parameters: The proposed Red Robin restaurant is taking the approved building pad at the southwest corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards. This corner is designated as an activity center per the Foothill Boulevard Visual Improvement Plan and a very prominent cornerwhere there is truly no backside to a building. The building pad is part of the approved Foothill Crossing master planned commercial center, which included an established winery theme architectural program. Previously, the Planning Commission has approved architecture forthis building pad that consisted of a Tuscan winery theme with file roof and generous stonework on the building walls (Exhibit "A). Although the ends of the Red Robin building include a curved parapet, similar to that of Sears Grand, and a river rock wainscot, the overall effect is not at the same level of richness and detail as the previously approved plans or the winery architectural theme. 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: The proposed building design is low profile and basically a box with curved trellis. Because this is a prominent corner, the building (all four sides) needs to exhibit a strong architectural design that includes taller elements such as, but not limited to, a roof tower to the main building entry and repeated at other sides, curvilinear parapet consistent with the design in the commercial center, articulation to the building plane with substantial size/depth of recessed and pop-outs areas, and articulation to building surface with rich materials. 2. The north elevation faces Foothill Boulevard. The side of the building particularly needs enhancement with roof tower, curvilinear parapet, river rock, etc. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Use battered river rock columns for trellis works at the outdoor patio area and at the main entry. - 2. Provide trees around the perimeter of the building. Use the same tree species as in the center. 3. The outdoor seating area is next to the activity center. The design should not compete nor should it be totally separated from the activity center. The outdoor seating area should interface and be integrated with the activity center so that the two areas are designed to appears as one in terms of hardscape, trellis work, materials, colors, walkways, and • landscaping. 4. The wood rafter ends have the appearance of being tacked-on to the trellis. Modify the design so that they are true trellis element. DRC AGENDA DRC2004-00332 -RED ROBIN May 18, 2004 Page 2 Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Exposed neon tubing is not allowed by Sign Ordinance. 2. The Sign Ordinance and the Uniform Sign Program allow a maximum of three wall signs, or two wall signs and a monument sign. Four wall signs are proposed. The maximum wall sign area is 75 square feet and the maximum sign height is 3 feet per the Sign Program. Revise the signs to comply with the Sign Program. 3. Sign copy should display~the name of the business only and not include marketing slogans, lists of products or services. Delete "America's Gourmet Burgers & Spirits". 4. Use real river rock rather than manufactured rock veneer. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the applicant revised the elevations to address the above identified issues and resubmit for Committee review. 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PLANS W ILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Vance Pomeroy Members Present: C~ • • Committee Members: Alternates: CONSENT CALENDAR DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY MAY 4, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTION AGENDA Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Nancy Fong 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. (Larry/gene)) DEVELOPMENT/DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-00880 - PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES INC. -CARRIAGE ESTATES III - A request for 33 single-family residences, on 28.7 acres of land in the Very Low Residential and Estate Residential Districts (1-2 and .1-1 dwelling units per acre, respectively) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan located north of Banyan Street between Etiwanda and Bluegrass Avenues - Related Files: Tentative TractSUBTT16466Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-00533. APN: 0225-111-18, 20, 24, 25, and 27. \J 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. (Nancy/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00301 -CHICK-FIL-A -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for a fast food drive-thru restaurant within an existing approved pad of the approved Victoria Gateway Center in the Mixed Use Commercial District, located at the northwest corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards -APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. 7:40 p.m (NancyJoe) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00504 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to develop a retail center on approximately 9 acres of land within the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan located at the southeast corner of Base Line Road and Day Creek Boulevard -APN: 0227-161-39. 8:00 p.m. (EmilylRene) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16716 - JT STORM DEVELOPMENT - A request to subdivide 13.22 gross acres into 28 single-family homes in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of Victoria Avenue -APN: 0227-121-16 and 49. Related Files: Variance DRC2003-01061 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-01060. DRC ACTION AGENDA May 4, 2004 • Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT ~J . DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 p.m. Larry Henderson May 4, 2004 DEVELOPMENT/DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-00880 -PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES INC. - CARRIAGE ESTATES III - A request for 33 single-family residences, on 28.7 acres of land in the Very Low Residential and Estate Residential Districts (1-2 and .1-1 dwelling units per acre, respectively) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan located north of Banyan Street between Etiwanda and Bluegrass Avenues -Related Files: Tentative Tract SUBTT16466 Tree Removal Permit DRC2003- 00533. APN: 0225-111-18, 20, 24, 25, and 27. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING AND STAFF WILL PRESENT AN ORAL REPORT. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Fong, Stewart Staff Planner:Larry Henderson Approved revised plans for Lot 1 and Plan 2C with additional special conditions. • 1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, submission and approval by the City Planner of a detailed Landscape and Irrigation Plan for Lot 1, which shall include the front and corner side yard and extensive design elements including, but not limited to, decorative walkway treatment, planter and seating area walls or furniture, specimen size trees, shrubs, ground cover, and turf is required. 2. Prior to the issuance of Building permits, submission and approval by the City Planner of a Wall Plan for the entire project, which shall include the use of decorative masonry material, pilasters, cap detail, and solid non-wood gates is required. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Nancy Fong May 4, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00301 -CHICK-FIL-A -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for a fast food drive-thru restaurant within an existing approved pad of the approved Victoria Gateway Center in the Mixed Use Commercial District, located at the northwest corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards - APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. Design Parameters: The site is within the Victoria Gateway Center and the pad was approved with a fast food drive-thru restaurant or a retail pad, which the developer stated that Chick-Fil-A has picked this site for their restaurant. The center has established an architectural style, therefore, the design of Chick-Fil-A would need to be consistent and compatible with the center. Attached are examples of approved elevations within the center. 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. Enhance the west elevation by adding metal panel consisting with the center. The pop-out window should be flushed with the red overhang. 2. East elevation: A true tower should be provided over the pick-up window instead of trelliswork. The design of the tower should have the same level of details such as recess arch and niche. See attached example. 3. North elevation: A true tower should be provided over the main building entry and the design should have the same level of details and consistency with the towers in the center. 4. South elevation: This elevation faces Foothill Boulevard should have additional architectural treatment. The center of the south elevation should have apop-out design similar to the approved buildings in the center. The pop-out should be at least 3 feet deep to provide depth. A metal panel should be provided to break up the design. 5. Signs: A total of five signs (four wall plus one monument) are shown. This is the result of wall signs proposed on all four elevations. The Sign Ordinance limits wall signs to one per building face; however, a maximum of three signs for any 1 business. A combination of wall and monument signs is allowed; however, a maximum of three signs is permitted. All signs require separate review and approval of a sign permit application. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: • 1. Provide trees within planter areas along the north and west sides of the building, and within the planter on the east side of the drive-thru lane exit. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-00301 -CHICK-FIL-A • May 4, 2004 Page 2 2. Adjust the Site Plan design to comply with the required 6-foot minimum width for the landscape planter at the northwest corner of the building (at the east side of the drive-thru lane entry). , 3. Provide a substantial cornice at the top of the building wall. 4. Change the awning colors from bright red to a darker terra cotta or burgundy. No illumination for the awning. 5. The maximum number of signs, a combination of wall and monument sign, is three. The plans show four wall signs. 6. The design and color of free standing and wall mounted light fixtures should match the center. 7. Instead of a bright red canopy system over the ordering speaker system, use trelliswork. This bright red canopy is located at the southwest corner of the building and is very visible from Foothill Boulevard view. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. Logo and/or signs on directional signs are not allow. • Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the applicant revise the plans and submit for the next available Committee review as a Consent Calendar item. Attachments Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher. Stewart Staff Planner: Nancy Fong The applicant showed revised elevations at the meeting to address the identified design issues. The revised elevations showed a true tower over the pick-up window, a roof overhang for the pop-out at the west elevation,. and that the towers are pop-out 3 feet for the north and south elevations. The applicant stated they would agree to have three wall signs and address the identified secondary issues. The Committee reviewed the revised elevations and recommended approval. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Nancy Fong May 4, 2004 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00504 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -A request to develop a retail center on approximately 9 acres of land within the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan located at the southeast corner of Base Line Road and Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 0227-161-39. Design Parameters: On March 24, 2004, the Base Line/Etiwanda Task Force accepted the changes to the project design and directed the applicant to proceed in preparing detailed plans to be submitted for Design Review Committee reviewed. The applicant stated that he would prepare the Conceptual Site Plan, Elevations, and Plaza Design for Committee review for this meeting to make sure that the project meets the design directions of the Committee. The applicant understands that additional detailed plans may have to be prepared for further Committee review. The applicant also understands that detailed plans of all technical items would have to be prepared for staff and Task Force review before scheduling the project for Planning Commission review. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING AND STAFF WILL PRESENT AN ORAL REPORT. • Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Stewart Staff Planner: Nancy Fong The applicant presented the project design to the Committee. He described how each building design was modeled after winery buildings in Napa Valley. He showed the specific Napa Valley winery building and compared to each proposed building design (Buildings B through H). He pointed out that there is no building design proposed for Building A yet. He walked the Committee through the plazas at the corner and along the front of the buildings describing the details, the materials, and amenities being proposed. He showed the Committee a concept of sign program that was not the typical illuminated channel letters signs. He stated that he was in the process of refining the proposed sign program, which would be unique and exceptional. The Committee thanked the applicant for working with the Etiwanda Task Force (ETF) in addressing the many issues. The Committee stated they were very happy with the design direction of the project and commended the applicant of designing a high quality project that the City would be proud of. The Committee recommended approval of the proposed design with the following comments. The project should be forwarded to the ETF for review. 2. The Committee raised concerns with the backside of Buildings B and C, specifically the view • from Base Line Road and the winery. The Committee recommended additional treatment such as, but not limited to, roof overhang, architectural details, etc. be provided. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2003-00504 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES • May 4, 2004 Page 2 The Committee recommended that the backside of the towers for Buildings B and C to have the same level of treatment as the front. The Committee stated that the detailing and the architectural elements were very important in making this a quality project and asked the applicant to provide details of the architectural elements for their review. The Committee reiterated that the Sign Program need to be unique and not the typical signs that one might find in a neighborhood center. C~ • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 p.m. Emily W imer May 4, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16716 - JT STORM DEVELOPMENT - A request to subdivide 13.22 gross acres into 28single-family homes in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of Victoria Avenue - APN: 0227-121-16 and 49. Related Files: Variance DRC2003-01061 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-01060. ITEM CONTINUED FROM APRIL 20, 2004, DRC MEETING. SEE ATTACHED. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Fong, Stewart Staff Planner: Emily Wimer The applicant requested additional time to revise plans and incorporate the comments from the Etiwanda Task Force (ETF). The project is now scheduled for the May 18, 2004, ETF meeting. • When the project receives conceptual approval from the ETF, it will be forwarded back to the Design Review Committee for review and approval. C ~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • May 4, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, rad Buller Secretary • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY MAY 4, 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. (Larry/gene)) DEVELOPMENT/DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-00880 - PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES INC. -CARRIAGE ESTATES III - A request for 33 single-family residences, on 28.7 acres of land in the Very Low Residential and Estate Residential Districts (1-2 and .1-1 dwelling units per acre, respectively) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan located north of Banyan Street between Etiwanda and Bluegrass Avenues - Related Files: Tentative Tract SUBTT16466 Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-00533. APN: 0225-111-18, 20, 24, 25, and 27. 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. (Nancy/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00301 -CHICK-FIL-A -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for a fast food drive-thru restaurant within an existing approved pad of the approved Victoria Gateway Center in the Mixed Use Commercial District, located at the northwest corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards -APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. 7:40 p.m (NancyJoe) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00504 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to develop a retail center on approximately 9 acres of land within the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan located at the southeast corner of Base Line Road and Day Creek Boulevard -APN: 0227-161-39. 8:00 p.m. (Emily/gene) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16716 - JT STORM DEVELOPMENT - A request to subdivide 13.22 gross acres into 28 single-family homes in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of Victoria Avenue -APN: 0227-121-16 and 49. Related Files: Variance DRC2003-01061 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-01060. • DRC AGENDA May 4, 2004 • Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT I, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Apri129, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 p.m. Larry Henderson May 4, 2004 DEVELOPMENT/DESIGN REVIEW DRC2003-00880 -PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES INC. - CARRIAGE ESTATES III - A request for 33 single-family residences, on 28.7 acres of land in the Very Low Residential and Estate Residential Districts (1-2 and .1-1 dwelling units per acre, respectively) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan located north of Banyan Street between Etiwanda and Bluegrass Avenues -Related Files: Tentative Tract SUBTT16466 Tree Removal Permit DRC2003- 00533. APN: 0225-111-18, 20, 24, 25, and 27. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING AND STAFF WILL PRESENT AN ORAL REPORT. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Larry Henderson Members Present: • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 p.m. Nancy Fong May 4, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00301 -CHICK-FIL-A -The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for a fast food drive-thru restaurant within an existing approved pad of the approved Victoria Gateway Center in the Mixed Use Commercial District, located at the northwest corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards - APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. Design Parameters: The site is within the Victoria Gateway Center and the pad was approved with a fast food drive-thru restaurant or a retail pad, which the developer stated that Chick-Fil-A has picked this site for their restaurant. The center has established an architectural style, therefore, the design of Chick-Fil-A would need to be consistent and compatible with the center. Attached are examples of approved elevations within the center. 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. Enhance the west elevation by adding metal panel consisting with the center. The pop-out • window should be flushed with the red overhang. 2. East elevation: A true tower should be provided over the pick-up window instead of trelliswork. The design of the tower should have the same level of details such as recess arch and niche. See attached example. 3. North elevation: A true tower should be provided over the main building entry and the design should have the same level of details and consistency with the towers in the center. 4. South elevation: This elevation faces Foothill Boulevard should have additional architectural treatment. The center of the south elevation should have apop-out design similar to the approved buildings in the center. The pop-out should be at least 3 feet deep to provide depth. A metal panel should be provided to break up the design. 5. Signs: A total of five signs (four wall plus one monument) are shown. This is the result of wall signs proposed on all four elevations. The Sign Ordinance limits wall signs to one per building face; however, a maximum of three signs for any 1 business. A combination of wall and monument signs is allowed; however, a maximum of three signs is permitted. All signs require separate review and approval of a sign permit application. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. Provide trees within planter areas along the north and west sides of the building, and within the planter on the east side of the drive-thru lane exit. • 2. Adjust the Site Plan design to comply with the required 6-foot minimum width for the landscape planter at the northwest corner of the building (at the east side of the drive-thru lane entry). DRC AGENDA DRC2004-00301 -CHICK-FIL-A • May 4, 2004 Page 2 3. Provide a substantial cornice at the top of the building wall. 4. Change the awning colors from bright red to a darker terra cotta or burgundy. No illumination for the awning. 5. The maximum number of signs, a combination of wall and monument sign, is three. The plans show four wall signs. 6. The design and color of free standing and wall mounted light fixtures should match the center. Instead of a bright red canopy system over the ordering speaker system, use trelliswork. This bright red canopy is located at the southwest corner of the building and is very visible from Foothill Boulevard view. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Logo and/or signs on directional signs are not allow. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the applicant revise the plans and submit for the next available Committee review as a Consent Calendar item. Attachments Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Nancy Fong Members Present: S~ _ i{. ~ "3 • _.._ ~ $ ~~ ~ ~ ~~ ~ ~~~~' g I c s I u~ y , W O MR_ F- 6 0 ~2 I• pi Cqx 3~: i a: I{j~{~.'. i Z~ ~j~~ ,, • Y V ,~~ ~. ~;x ~~ , , ~, ~~ i ~ ' ~ N 6 N pp O Q Y W ~ N J~J f~ _ ! R ~ w N Q ' O O Z Z N ~ Z F O a .p, ~ a ~ w e` ~ ~ ( F A N y' y Wf~ 3~ y j , ;; i~ ~ili .! !! i; is r , ;I 1 ;. i I~ ~ i ~i i ii ii ii ii ii ii it it !I i S ,; ~~ S Z F ~= ~~YY ~yy ~vY W V m y~y Q i3 ~~~ F~ Ngg OC Q W q ~~~~ Z W as ~~ 08~Z~~ Ox W >~~ ~~~ ~x .. • • w y ~ W 0 a w Wq ' ~$ R°.n~ ~_ ~~ lil!! III ! a n ~~ I ~~ a~ U ' ~ ' ' .. 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Design Parameters: On March 24, 2004, the Base Line/Etiwanda Task Force accepted the changes to the project design and directed the applicant to proceed in preparing detailed ,plans to be submitted for Design Review Committee reviewed. The applicant stated that he would prepare the Conceptual Site Plan, Elevations, and Plaza Design for Committee review for this meeting to make sure that the project meets the design directions of the Committee. The applicant understands that additional detailed plans may have to be prepared for further Committee review. The applicant also understands that detailed plans of all technical items would have to be prepared for staff and Task Force review before scheduling the project for Planning Commission review. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING AND STAFF WILL PRESENT AN ORAL REPORT. Design Review Committee Action: • Staff Planner: Nancy Fong Members Present: n \J DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:00 p.m. Emily W imer May 4, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16716 - JT STORM DEVELOPMENT - A request to subdivide 13.22 gross acres into 28single-family homes in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of Victoria Avenue - APN: 0227-121-16 and 49. Related Files: Variance DRC2003-01061 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-01060. ITEM CONTINUED FROM APRIL 20, 2004, DRC MEETING. SEE ATTACHED. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Emily Wimer Members Present: • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:20 p.m. Emily Wimer April 20, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16716 - JT STORM DEVELOPMENT - A request to subdivide 13.22 gross acres into 28single-family homes in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of Victoria Avenue - APN: 0227-121-16 and 49. Related Files: Variance DRC2003-01061 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-01060. Design Parameters: The developer intends to subdivide the property. At this time, no house product has been submitted. Elevations for review and approval will be submitted at a later date. The property is a rectangular lot with a depth of 1,316 feet by 448 feet and a single "not a part parcel" which fronts onto Etiwanda Avenue. Surrounding land uses include Etiwanda Intermediate School to the north, a small vineyard to the east, Etiwanda Railway Station to the south and Etiwanda Avenue to the west. The Etiwanda Railway Station property has been leased by the City for a signature trailhead for the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail. The transition to single-family homes on the north and south sides is critical. Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District requires that future homes be oriented with their front toward Etiwanda Avenue. No homes are proposed at this time; however, lot size and width directly affect • the ability to plot properly. The developer has provided extra width on these three lots accordingly. 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. Subdivision Layout -The Committee should determine whether the subdivision, in combination with the lot layout, is ideal for this location. The proposed layout is a simple grid- pattern layout with inefficient single-loaded streets (i.e., houses on one side of the street only). The streets will be private, Homeowner's Association maintained, because of over 2,000 feet of parkway along east-west streets that the City will not take into the Landscape Maintenance District for the area.. The lots are proposed under the Basic Standards for the Low Residential District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan. The subdivision meets and exceeds these lot requirements; however, staff has discussed the idea of Optional Development Standards with the developer. Optional standards are intended to provide higher standards for the development of projects of superior quality and compatibility. These standards are used in conjunction with the Absolute Policies and Design Guidelines during the Development Review Process. Staff believes that Optional Standards are appropriate in this case due to the uniqueness of the site's location between the Etiwanda Intermediate School and the historic landmark Etiwanda Railway Station property. Optional Standards would provide a larger area of open space between the Etiwanda School District recreation fields and the Etiwanda Railway Station property. The opportunity exists to design a creative and innovative project that clusters homes within open space areas. Under the Optional Development Standards there is no minimum lot size because 30 percent of the site must be common open space. • 2. Because of both the Etiwanda Intermediate School (which includes parking and ball fields) and the future Etiwanda Railway Station trailhead amenities, the developer is required to provide at a minimum a 10-foot landscape buffer on each side of the property line. The buffer DRC AGENDA SUBTT16716 - JT STORM DEVELOPMENT April 20, 2004 Page 2 shall include mature vegetation on both sides to create a noise barrier and help screen the future homes from ongoing activities. 3. The project provides a secondary emergency access point at the southwest corner of the tract; however, the ideal solution is ultimately to connect with an existing street to the east (as shown on Site Utilization Map. This is not possible at this time because the property owner to the east has no intention of developing his property and has planted a vineyard. Staff recommends that a stub street be provided to the east tract boundary at the location shown on Site Utilization Map. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues. 1. If the Committee members approve the general lot layout, it is required that the developer submits a Landscape Plan specifically addressing the buffers, windrows, and vegetation for the site. The developer shall maximize the amount of open space and landscape buffer provided. The Landscape Plan shall include natural terrain and slope, as well as fencing and walls proposed and a landscape plant palette addressing the required buffer. 2. Tree Preservation: The applicant is also proposing the removal of a partial windrow located in the center of the parcel. Trees which will be directly affected by the development will be removed. All windrows which are located on the north, south, and east property lines are • proposed to be retained. The arborist disagrees and rated most of the trees as needing replacement. The developer will be required to replace trees in accordance with the Etiwanda Specific Plan standards (Spotted Gum windrows planted around perimeter of tract). Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. 1. Blue Gum Eucalyptus trees which are recommended by the Arborist to be removed shall be replaced at a one to one ratio on-site. The length of the windrow replacement shall be comparable in length. Replacement windrows should follow the project perimeter and along the 330-foot by 660-foot grid pattern wherever feasible. All replacement trees shall be replaced in accordance with the Etiwanda Specific Plan Sections 5.41.400 and 500. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return as a full item Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Fletcher, Stewart, Fong Staff Planner: Emily Wimer The Committee decided to table the item until the next DRC meeting. The applicant was directed to include Optional Development Standards as an option for the property. The task force meeting will • review this property on April 28, 2004, and comments will be available to the Design Review Committee Members prior to the next meeting. The item will be continued to the May 4, 2004, DRC meeting.