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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005/08/16 - Agenda Packet • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY AUGUST 16, 2005 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Dan Coleman Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel CONSENT CALENDAR 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. (Lou/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW • DRC2005-00109 - NEWPORT REAL ESTATE SERVICES — A request to construct a two-story office building of approximately 25,000 square feet on 3.16 acres in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District (Subarea 6), located at southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Arrow Route - APN: 0209-491-01. 7:10 p.m. (Mike/Cam) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-01 1 26- PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC -A proposal to construct one single-story retail and restaurant building with a total floor area of about 7,000 square feet on a parcel of 1.61 acre in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7), located at the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Milliken Avenue and Mayten Street - APN: 0229-011-85. Related file: Pre-Application Review DRC2004-00426. 7:30 p.m. (Michael D.) DESIGN REVIEW DRC2005-00178 — INVESTWEST GROUP - A request to construct a 7,000 square foot retail building on Lot 15 of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM15716-2 within the Route 66 Area of the Victoria Gardens Master Plan in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at 8008 Monet Avenue - APN: 0227-464-053. 7:45 p.m. (Michael D./Joe) DESIGN REVIEW DRC2005-00576 — EUROMARKET DESIGN, INC. FOR CRATE & BARREL HOMESTORE - A request to construct a two-story, 35,000 square foot retail housewares and furniture store within the Victoria Gardens Lifestyle Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of North Mainstreet and Monet Avenue - . APN: 0227-452-12. DRC ACTION AGENDA August 16, 2005 Page 2 • PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 p.m. Louis Le Blanc August 16, 2005 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2005-00109-NEWPORT REAL ESTATE SERVICES — A request to construct a two-story office building of approximately 25,000 square feet on 3.16 acres in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District (Subarea 6), located at southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Arrow Route-APN: 0209-491-01. Design Parameters: This site has had three previous office building approvals, all with similar site plan arrangement of two-story buildings at the corner with parking behind. Haven Avenue and Arrow Route are designated as Special Boulevards by the General Plan and should receive special design, including meandering sidewalks, berms, and informal tree clusters. Along Arrow Route, meandering sidewalks are not possible because right-turn lane/bus bay and berming may not be feasible because of the grade differential (the site is feet 3 to 4 feet below the street). The building access from both streets is via shared driveways with adjoining twin office buildings. The applicant is proposing a 10-car carport in the first parking row on the south side of the building. The concrete tilt-up building has extensive blue reflective glass (same as the adjoining building to the south), and 12-inch by 12-inch Arizona tile veneer as the second primary building material. The outdoor employee eating area, located at the southeast corner of the building,features an overhead steel tube and cable trellis. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee • discussion. Major Issues: None. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to address 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: 1. Provide bus shelter on Arrow Route, outside the public right-of-way, with complimentary architecture. 2. Plant climbing vine, such as wisteria, on the outdoor employee eating area overhead trellis or plant more canopy trees for shade. 3. Carport elevations were not provided. The carport should be designed compatible with the architectural theme of the office building. Standard metal post and metal roof "flimsy," "stick-like" carport designs are not desirable. 4. An unspecified "enhanced paving" at the building entry is shown on the Conceptual Landscape Plan. Staff recommends a washed aggregate or sandblasted natural color concrete finish, or decorative pavers that compliment the earth tones of the building. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval with the above items as conditions. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Stewart, McPhail, Henderson • Staff Planner: Louis Le Blanc The Committee approved the project as presented. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:10 p.m. Michael Smith August 16, 2005 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-01126 PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC -A proposal to construct one single-story retail and restaurant building with a total floor area of about 7,000 square feet on a parcel of 1.61 acre in the Industrial Park District(Subarea 7), located at the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Milliken Avenue and Mayten Street - APN: 0229-011-85. Related file: Pre-Application Review DRC2004-00426. Design Parameters: The project site is located about 340 feet east of the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Mayten Street on a parcel of 53,500 square feet(about 258 feet wide by 213 feet deep). The site is designated as a Suburban Parkway Enhancement Area by the Foothill Boulevard-Historic Route 66 Visual Improvement Plan. The Foothill Boulevard Historic Route 66 Visual Improvement Plan designates a "Suburban Parkway Enhancement Area" (see attached) along this portion of Foothill Boulevard, featuring colored pavement emblazoned with the Route 66 logo, special sidewalk treatment, artwork, and a historic post and cable roadway safety barrier (to discourage people from crossing Foothill Boulevard). The"Suburban Parkway Enhancement Area" is limited to a 45-foot stretch that has already been enhanced(except for pavement emblazoning)by the adjoining Carrows restaurant; therefore, the proposed project would be installing normal • parkway improvements. The properties to the north and south are vacant, the property to the west is undergoing grading for a future commercial building (related file: DRC2004-00404), and the property to the east is Carrow's restaurant. The site is part of the Catellus Master Plan that was conceptually approved by the Planning Commission on April 28, 1999 (related file: DR99-11), and includes Lowes home improvement center, Farmer Boys restaurant, and Carrows restaurant. The existing topography slopes from about 1,210 feet on the north (street) side of the lot to about 1,201 feet on the south (interior) side. The building pad will be 5 feet below the Foothill Boulevard curb. An existing, east-west drive aisle along the south side of the site allows vehicular access to other parts of the commercial complex. Pedestrian access has also been provided from the southeast corner of the building directly to a driveway located immediately to the east of the building. The proposed building will most likely have four tenant spaces. The primary entrances to each proposed tenant space is from the south side of the building. The parking area is situated along the south and west side of the building and is comprised of 50 parking stalls. Landscape coverage is 26 percent; the minimum requirement is 15 percent for this development district. The proposed building is comprised of architecture that is generally consistent with the surrounding pad tenants. Key features include raised "towers" at all corners of the building (except the northwest), arched soffets, columns, and storefront glass. The south face of the southeast corner tower element projects horizontally about 15 feet from the primary south wall plane of the building. A 60-foot by 13-foot trellis defines the entrances of the"secondary"tenants; it also serves to visually link the tower elements at each end. Additional features include cornice trim,wainscots, and reveals on all wall planes similar to those on the Union Bank of California and Carrows restaurant buildings. The stucco finish and color will generally match those buildings. • Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-01126 - PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC • August 16, 2005 Page 2 Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project. 1. Incorporate glass along the north elevation facing Foothill Boulevard to minimize the expanse of bare stucco walls. The application of glass, which probably will be spandrel (non-vision), should be similar to the north elevation of the commercial building under construction to the west(related file: DRC2004-00404)that employs a least two panels of glass adjacent to each man door (Exhibit A). An alternative to glass could be murals with a Route 66 theme. 2. Provide a wainscot comprised of cultured stone veneer on all elevations of the building. 3. Enhance the entrance of the tenant space at the west end of the building by projecting the west face of the southwest corner tower element,and corresponding columns,further out from the primary west wall plane of the building the same as the tower at the southeast corner of the building (Exhibit 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. Cultured stone veneer should be applied to the full height of the columns at all tower locations (Exhibit A). • 2. Provide an additional trellis element along the west side of the building (Exhibit B)to match the one on the south side of the building. 3. The joists of all trellises shall be a minimum 4 inches by 12 inches and should have a maximum spacing of 24 inches on center. 4. The retaining wall located along the east side of the project should be constructed of decorative block/stone to match the veneer on the building. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion. 1. Provide decorative accent medallions/quatrefoils at various locations on each elevation of the building similar to those applied on the Union Bank of California and Carrow's restaurant buildings. 2. Provide decorative paving in the walkways along the south and west sides of the building. 3. All roof equipment shall be screened by parapet walls. 4. All trash enclosures should be constructed per the City's design standard for commercial projects. 5. In order to provide one tree per 30 linear feet of horizontal building face, provide additional 5-foot by 5-foot tree wells (Exhibit B). • Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the proposal subject to submittal of revised plans addressing the above modifications. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2004-01126 - PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC August 16, 2005 • Page 3 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Stewart, McPhail, Henderson Staff Planner: Michael Smith The applicant presented revised plans. The Committee recommended approval of the project to the Planning Commission subject to the following: • Add ledgestone to the "column" on the north elevation because of its high visibility to Foothill Boulevard; • Use various tree species in identified locations, specifically at the south and west sides of the building), to avoid interference with the visibility of signs; and • Revise the Landscape Plan to incorporate a greater variety and quantity of plants and trees. The Committee directed the applicant to work with staff to resolve these issues. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:30 p.m. Michael Diaz August 16, 2005 DESIGN REVIEW DRC2005-00178 — INVESTWEST GROUP - A request to construct a 7,000 square foot retail building on Lot 15 of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM15716-2 within the Route 66 Area of the Victoria Gardens Master Plan in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at 8008 Monet Avenue - APN: 0227-464-053. Design Parameters: The subject project is located within the 13.3-acre area known as the Route 66 Area of the Victoria Gardens Master Plan. The Route 66 Area boundaries are Interstate 15 on the east, Victoria Gardens Lane on the north, Day Creek Boulevard on the west, and Foothill Boulevard (Route 66)on the south. Lot 15 of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM15716-2 is approximately 38,887 square feet(.89 acre)in size. The developer, Forest City, has installed all interior roadways, parking areas, and perimeter landscaping within the Route 66 Area. Projects within the Route 66 Area are required to reflect the architectural styles (e.g., Mission, Craftsman, Art Deco/Streamline Modern, and Adobe/Pueblo) found on historic roadside retail buildings that once lined Route 66. Each design is required to incorporate certain architectural elements, including a beacon and eyebrow as defined in the Design Guidelines for the Route 66 Retail Handbook. Projects within the Route 66 Area are subject to final approval by the City Planner following a review and approval of the project design by the Design Review Committee (DRC). • Protect Description and Architectural Design: The proposed retail building will be single-story and approximately 7,000 square feet in gross lease space. The building is designed to accommodate up to four non-restaurant tenants. Three of the spaces will be approximately 1,500 square feet in size with the corner unit being approximately 2,500 square feet in size. The project requires 35 parking spaces and the site contains 42 on-site parking spaces, including 2 for disabled persons. The proposed retail building is designed in a contemporary interpretation of the Streamlined Modern style. The main architectural features of the proposed building include a bold curved cornerelement facing the intersection, a custom glass storefront with semi-circular ends, and painted steel cantilever canopies on all sides of the building. Exterior materials include a plaster(or metal panels if budget permits) with reveal lines, metal storefront, ceramic tile, and glass block. A single L.E.D. rope light placed on the outside edge of the canopy is proposed to replicate a neon light and accentuate the overall form of the building. A sign program is being developed to allow wall signs composed of individual freestanding letters between the canopy and parapet. Landscaping is proposed for the south and east sides of the building to supplement that which exists on the perimeter of the site. Nine trees are proposed for removal from the site to accommodate the building and a new pedestrian sidewalk along the south site of the property. Two new trees,shrubs, and groundcovers will be installed in the newly created in the planter adjacent to the building. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. • Major Issues: None. The applicant has responded well to the major issues previously identified during staff review of the proposal. As a result, staff believes the proposed building is well designed. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2005-00178 — INVESTWEST GROUP August 16, 2005 • Page 2 Secondary Issues: Staff has identified several secondary issues for discussion: 1. Enhance the Landscaping Plan for areas adjacent to the building. The proposed plan is a good start but does not appear to provide enough visual interest and variety to complement the new building. Minimum City Code requirement is one tree per 30 linear feet of building elevation; however, no landscaping is provided on the west elevation. Adding 1 to 2 trees to the east of the building is also recommended. Code Issues: The following items are a matter of City Ordinance and shall be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. All roof-mounted equipment shall be screened from direct view from the street by the parapet wall of the building. The building sections do not show proposed roof equipment. The maximum 3-foot parapet may not be sufficient to screen HVAC units mounted in the middle of the roof, particularly since the pad sits 2 to 3 feet below Victoria Gardens Lane. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval with the revisions listed above. Design Review Committee Action: • Members Present: Stewart, McPhail, Henderson Staff Planner: Michael Diaz The DRC reviewed the proposed retail building and was greatly satisfied with its design and proposed no changes. The Committee did request that enhanced paving (color and texture) material be utilized for the walkway on the west side of the building, and that the landscaping plan be modified to provide a bolder and varied plant pallete that was in keeping with the strong architectural design of the building. The Committee requested that the applicant work staff on these issues. The applicant agreed to their recommendations. The project was approved. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:45 p.m. Michael Diaz August 16, 2005 DESIGN REVIEW DRC2005-00576 — EUROMARKET DESIGN, INC. FOR CRATE & BARREL HOMESTORE - A request to construct a two-story, 35,000 square foot retail housewares and furniture store within the Victoria Gardens Lifestyle Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of North Mainstreet and Monet Avenue - APN: 0227-452-12. Design Parameters: The Crate & Barrel store will be located at the southwest corner of North Mainstreet and Monet Avenue within the North Mainstreet District of the Victoria Gardens Lifestyle Center. On the east of the new building is the recently opened The Cheesecake Factory restaurant, and to the south will be another new large retailer. Adequate parking will be available for the proposed store and is primarily located in the parking lots/structure to the north of the site. New building projects within the Victoria Gardens are subject to final approval by the City Planner following a review and approval of the design of the project by the Design Review Committee(DRC). Proiect Description and Architectural Design: The proposed building will be two-stories high (39 feet • 8 inches to the top of the parapet) and approximately 35,000 square feet in size. A recessed outdoor terrace for the display of outdoor furniture is proposed on the second floor level of the east side of the building. A ground level outdoor plaza facing North Mainstreet will be located at the west side of the building as a transition space between the Crate & Barrel and the Cheesecake Factory buildings. The plaza is designed as a passive space that will include a mounded island and planter with trees, drought tolerant succulents, boulders for seating, and a panelized screen/vine wall serving as the background for the space. Additional landscaping is provided in a 2-foot deep planter at the base of the building along North Mainstreet,which then wraps around the corner and ends at the store entry. The building is contemporary in design and is characterized by the project architect as "Warm Modern." As such, the design features an arrangement of simple geometric forms, minimal decorative elements, and high quality exterior materials. Exterior materials are Exterior Insulating Finish System (EIFS), glass, brick, metal panels, stained cedar siding,and cultured stone. A glazed curtain wall identifies the front and main entry into the building, while the north building frontage is clad in horizontal wood siding with evenly spaced display windows. The EIFS material is broken up with reveal lines that complement the architecture. The predominant color for the building will be white (i.e., EIFS, brick, and metal panels), with texture and warm color tones being provided by the use of stained cedar siding ('Beige") and dry-stacked cultured stone in a subtle "southwest' blend color. The building sections indicate that roof-mounted equipment will be screened from view. Identification signs for the business are located on the east elevation mounted vertically on a projecting wall plane, and at the corner of the building. A smaller vertical "marquee" sign will be located at the west end of the building near the outdoor plaza. All signs will be matte black letters on a white background. • Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. DRC ACTION AGENDA DRC2005-00576— EUROMARKET DESIGN, INC. FOR CRATE & BARREL HOMESTORE August 16, 2005 • Page 2 Major Issues: None. The proposed building has been well designed and.features high quality materials and finishes. Staff believes the proposed building will provide a strong and attractive visual anchor for this corner of the center and compliments the existing streetscape. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Stewart, McPhail, Henderson Staff Planner: Michael Diaz Building design for the Crate & Barrel building was unanimously approved by the Committee. No changes were requested. The Committee authorized staff to work with applicant to finalize minor design issues with pedestrian plaza adjacent to Cheesecake Factory waiting area and entrance. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • August 16, 2005 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Br uller Secretary • •