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1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call:
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING CCMLISSION
AGENDA
Thirsday, October 19, 1978, 7:00 p.m.
Community Services Building
9161 Baseline, Rancho Cucamonga, CA.
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Commissioner Dahl Commissioner Rempel
Commissioner Garcia Commissioner Tolstoy
Commissioner Jones
3. Approval of Minutes
4. Public Hearings
A. Site Approval No. 78 -02 - Request for an Aluminum Recycling Plant in an
M -2 zone generally located on the north side of Sixth Street between Archi-
bald and Turner Avenue - Request submitted by Reynolds Aluminum
B. General Plan - Certain residential and commercial designations will be
discussed.
5. Old Business
A. Modification of Tract Conditions for Regency Equestrian Estates -
Tracts 9378 -79.
6. New Business
7. Communications
A. Communication from Chaffey College
G. Adjournment
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CITY- COUNTY
pT,ANNTNC'7 COMMISSIONERS CONFERENCE"
Fall 178 Conference
October 2G, 1978
The meeting will be held at the Norton Air Force Base
Officer's
Club, San Bernardino.
6:30 P.M.
No Host Social Hour
7:30 P.H.
Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Welcoming
Remarks
Dinner
Roasted Half- Chicken with Sauce, (the price
of the dinner is $7.00 which includes tax &
tip).
Program
A workshop presentation of San Bernardino
County's proposed General Plan & Development
Code.
Note - The concept of a parcel specific
Gen ?ral Plan & integrated Development
Code is both new & exciting. The county's
efforts to implement this innovative concept
will undoubtedly be a challenging task.
Since the county's planning efforts affect the
cities & their spheres of influence, input
from the various city Planning Commissions
on this document is most essential and
desirable.
Association Business
is s9
Reservations must be made no later than October 23
(three days in advance of conference). This will enable
us to have a guest list at Norton Air Force Base Gate.
Please mail reservation and check for.S7.00 made payable
to Officer's Open Mess, and send to the San Bernardino
County Planning Department, 1111. East Mill Street,Building
1, San Bernardino, Ca. 92415, to the attentio. of
Alice Bowman.
If you have questions please call Alice, (714) 383 -1215,
or Mary Hartman (714) 383 -3474.
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CITY - COUNTY
PLANNING..COMMISSIONERS ASSOCIATION
September 28, 1978
Acting Planning Director
Rancho Cucamonga
P O Box 793
Rancho Cucamonga, Ca 91730
The impacts of Proposition 13 have drastically affected
the San Bernardino County Planning Commissioners
Association in that many cities have been forced to
withdraw any financial support to the organization.
However, in response to an inquiry made to the office of
Planning and Research regarding training programs for
Planning Commissioners, we have been advised that a
small grant is available to the Office of Planning and
Research for conducting Planning Commission training
sessions. It seems that the San Bernardino County
area is eligible to receive one of the six approved
California training sessions which quite coincidentally
could be held on the same date the San Bernardino County
Planning Commissioners Association had already set aside
for a conference, i.e. November 9 and 10.
The O.P.R. has a two stage training program, one for
staff and one for commissioners. Some of the topics
for the staff sessions include:
California Environmental Quality Act
Recent amendments and AB 884
General Plan Adequacy
Zoning & Subdivision Consistency
Meeting the State Housing Element Requirement.
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Basics of Local Planning Law
Roles & Responsibilties of the Planning
Commissioner
How To Be A More Effective Planning Commissioner
What To Expect From Your Planning Staff.
The staff for the training would be provided by the
Office of Planning and Research, Department of Housing and
Community Development, Attorney General's Office and
Warren Jones of the Institute of Local Government.
With such an impressive group of instructors, it would
appear to be well worth our grouping together for a
couple days to take advantage of this opportunity
for priority one training.
Please advise me of'both your desire for a program and
approximately how many staff and Planning Commission
members could attend.
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DOG WTEL 5/27/35
SPACE CON%gWrIQ.N CENTER: minimm 5 acres - cash bond required 7/22/65
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If enough interest is indicated, San Bernardino County would provide a place to
meet, and all printing and mailing and coordination with O.P.R.
Along these same veins the San Bernardino County Planning Department would like
to present its new General Plan and accompanying Development Code to the cities for
advice and comment. As you know we are working on a parcel specific type of
General Plan and a development code that would replace our existing General Plans
and Zoning Code. City Planners ;nay see many advantages for themselves in this
simplified approach to complying with State mandated elements while at the same
time implementing the policies of the decision makers.
Again, if sufficient interest can be generated, we would like to set the evening of
October 26, 1978 to make the presentation to both Planning Department staffs and
Planning Commissiuners. A place will be located as central as possible for the
meeting since it will obviously be an out -of- pocket expense for all.
In summary I need to know:
(1) A. Do you want a Planning training session?
B. If so, how many from your organization or Commission would attend on
November 9 and 10?
(2) A. Would you be willing to participate in a workshop session on aan Bernardino's
new General Plan concept and development code?
B. If so, how many from your organization would attend on the evening of
October 26?
I realize this is short notice, but I just recently received notice of the
availability of the training and felt I could schedule a City /County meeting on
the new General Plan concept under cover of the same letter. Please let me have
your response by October 11.
Thanks.
Mary Hartman Coordinator
City /County Planning Commissioners Association
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DomtAUtUTY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
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San Bernardino, Ca. 92415
STAFF REPORT
DATE: October 19, 1978
T0: Planning Commission
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FROM: Jack Lam, Director of Community Development
SUBJECT: STTF. APPROVAL NO. 78-07, Request for an Aluminum Recycling Plant
in an M -2 zone generally located on the north side of Sixth
Street between Archibald and Turner Avenue - Request submitted
by Reynolds Aluminum.
BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION: As the Planning Commission will recall, the
Reynolds Aluminum Company has requested site approval of a 8,325 square
foot aluminum recycling plant at the above described location. The Com-
mission will remember that the applicant was requested to submit noise
level measurements of other similar recycling plants. The measurements
were not received in time for review at the October 11, 1978 meeting,
thus the item was continued to the October 19, 1978 meeting.
The Commission also expressed concern about the architectural treatment
of the building. Staff was directed to work with the applicant to revise
the exterior elevation plans so as to allow for a more aesthetically
pleasing building.
ANALYSIS: The applicant has submittee -tnise level measurements from the
Reynolds plant in Hayward, California (Exhibit "C "). Staff has reviewed
these measurements and feels that increased noise attenuation measures are
needed in the Rancho Cucamonga plant. The applicant has agreed to use
further attenuation techniques so as to reduce the noise level at any
property line below 65 DBA. .A letter from Reynolds stating this intention
is enclosed (Exhibit "D").
The applicant has also agreed to revise the exterior elevation plans of the
building. The applicant proposes to extend the mansard roof to the top of
the building and increase the width so as to turn the corners of the build-
ing. Further, the applicant proposes to replace the chain link fence in
the front of the property with a decorative block wall. Staff is recom-
mending that the block wall design be approved by the Planning Division
prior to issuance of building permits. Finally, the applicant proposes to
install a 3 foot wt.de planter along the front of the building. A revised
elevation plan will be presented by the applicant at this meeting.
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Site Approval bo. 78 -02
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October 19, 1978
RECOMMENDATIOti: The Planning Division recommends approval of Resolution
No. ?8 -12 based on the findings and.conditions contained'therein, should
the exhibit satisfy the concerns of the Planning Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
JACK LAM, Director of
Community Development
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: October 11, 1978
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jack Lam, Director of Community Development
SUBJECT: SITE APPROVAL 78 -02 - Request for an Aluminum Recycling Plant
in an M -2 zone generally located on the north side of Sixth
Street between Archibald and Turner Avenue - Request submitted
by Reynolds Aluminum
BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting site approval of
an 8,325 square font recycling plant in a M -2 zone on the above described
property. The plant is designed to break down aluminum brought to it by
truck from collection stations throughout Southern California. After
breakdown, the aluminum would be stored in a 45' high storage silo and
then transported by train to melting plants back east.
The land use designation on the proposed General Plan for this site is
minimum impact industrial. The zoning for the site and aurrounding pro-
perty is M -2. The existing lard use for the area is currently vacant
except for the adjacent east property which has light industrial buildings
under construction.
ANALYSIS: The operation of the recycling plant would be conducted within
an enclosed building. Further, the applicant proposes to incorporate
noise attenuation techniques into the plant to minimize noise impact.
The applicant has assured staff that the noise generated by the plant
would not have an adverse effect on surrounding properties. To support
their contention, the applicant ties submitted noise level statistics for
their plant located in the City of Hayward. Staff has reviewed these
statistics and has determined that the noise levels are within reasonable
limits for a minimum impact Industrial use.
The plant would require eight parking spaces and the applicant has provided
eighteen (18). Staff recommends that the f lve (5) spaces located at the
southeast corner of the property in front of the entrance gates be replaced
with landscaping. Further, Staff recommends an increase in size of the
landscape island in front of the building allowing a twenty -five (25) feet
aisle width for the driveway.
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CORRESPONDENCE: A public hearing notice was published in the Cucamonga
Tines on September 28, 1978. In addition, property owners within 300
feet of the subject property were notified of said hearing. Staff has
not received any response from such notification.
RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Division recommends approval of Resolution
No. 78 -12 based on the findings and conditions listed therein.
Respectfully, submitted,
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Directo c
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REYNOLDS ALUMINUM RECYCLING COMPANY
October 12, 1978
Air. Bill Hoffman
Planning Commission
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Dear Mr. Hoffman:
You are in receipt of recent decibel readings recorded at
Reynolds' Recycling facility in Hayward, California, pro-
vided by George Lazich, our Regional Engineer.
Reynolds' Rancho Cucamonga facility should be in compliance
with the 65 decibel maximum at the property line location,
with the exception of the street noise level at the front
of our proposed building. I mention exception, relative to
street traffic readings we have recorded in excess of 78
decibels.
The position of the equipment in our Cucamonga facility will
also be further recessed inside the building, as compared to
Hayward.
You will note from Mr. Lazichs' sketch, that on the rail -side
of our building we had readings below the 65 D. B. maximum.
On the customer side of the building, we would anticipate
between 65 and 75 D. B.'a due to the relative position of our
machinery.
P. O. BOX 54075 5670 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD
LOS ANGELES. CALIFORNIA 90054 213/937 -3W0
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Mr. Sill Hoffman
October. 12, 1978
I sincerely hope that this amplification will assist the
Planning Commission in approving our plan to build on this
site.
If I can provide additional information, please contact me.
Sincerely,
J. A. Duncan
Western Regional Manager
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cc: Messrs. M. E. Kemph- Reynolds
C. C. Lazich- Reynolds
A. P. Storrs, Jr.- Morris, Beggs, Simpson
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: October 19, 1978
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jack Lam, Director of Community Development
SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN ISSUES
RESIDENTIAL
1. Arec: "Reserve Area"
Issue: A number of property owners - xpressed concern regarding the
meaning of reserve urea.
Factors: The land use element designates this reserve area primarily
because it is remote from urban services and need not he
developed in the near future_ Furthermore, there is lack
of information about ownership. • i.e. the sIze—of ho] in
and utit tee, err, rormheta ccrostraints
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, etc. Furthermore
V o Chc c. tv to exert any
ly
since the sh re o influence issue has not been resolved and -
will not be resole unt a ter the adoption of tl n use
eT.n.en t must a po n e out t to t sere is no marked change
in ropoLVraphy at the city boundary, therefore, the development
north of the city limits raises the issue of compatibility
with land use within the city limits. No refinement in delinea-
tion of land use may be made at this time with these unknown
f actors.
It seems Obvious that the 1?nd use will lit,
_ residential but
otter
environmental data is
needed before any approvals are
ranted
and there should be
assurances that there WITT'b
a Iaarge
enough
coumunit built over
a short tlmc to supportt the
cost of
prov c
r services to such dcvolopment.
'ierc ore, in
the interim
only large
parcels should be
requlrede This means that
any
zi,ulnp,
t-stabl Ished for this:
area should reflect larger
Parcels.
menr ran hr assessed in this area. It is agreed that owners are
cotirled to know under what- conditions they will be able to develop
their land but such conditions can not be detailed without further
study, nnmtil the development oC n growth tnauagement program
on the rate of growth is known.
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"reserve area" somehow has a connotation that development can
never occur an such property. Therefore, it is reasonable for
the Planning Commission to consider -a "study area" designation
instead of The text coul�hen indicate that a pre -
ominate use would _b�low density residential and that the city
thre c three yearn ham been selected in order to
allow time for the Planning Commission to develop Brcvtb
management policies develo went standards and other nece ry
rdinances and remaining documents o �o en It
should be noted that any growth management policies may deter-
mine the time and conditions of development approval for the
area anyway. ._An- e_saessment district for an ar gh
Ions
iitlative on the property owners part and commitment to finan-
cially support needes studies.
STAFF RE=4MENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission delete
the resQrve area designations and replace the same with "study area ". The
text to be changed to indicate predominately lower density residential uses
but that rapid urbanization of land within the area is to be discouraged
until:
1. A firm resolution of the LAFCO sphere of influence for the City and
agreement with the County on development standards and densities, etc.
on both sides of the city line.
2. Identification of environmental constraints and their mitigation or
resolution; i.e., the resolution of flood control deli or t
area should be established or determined) 5t '
3. The fiscal impacts to the city of development including the critical
issues of timing and utility extensions need to be determined.
4. The completion of a city zoning ordinance and completion of the
remaining General Plan elements.
5. The city will initiate a study and general plan amendment within
three years from date of adoption of a zoning map or unless such
a study and amendment can be made with props my owners beating
the cast of such study prior to the three year time period. Large
parcel zoning should be required to discourage premature conversion
to urban densities in the interim.
2. Arms: Area bounded by the Devore Freeway and East '.venue south of Vic-
toria Street in Etiwanda
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General Plan Designation: Windrow
Issue: The property 9gwners disagrees with the Windrow designation and
desires higt¢ density.
Factors: The question of density in the Etiwanda area has been discussed
numerous times in the past and residents of the area desire a
uniform land use pattern relating to the Windrow density des-
cribed within the General Plan.
RECCt4• YDATIM: Retain the Windrow designation for this area.
CC*94ERCM ISSUES
1. Area: Between the SMlthern Pacific Station and the Junior High School
on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue
General Plan Designation: Windrow
Issue: The property owner desires-commercial
Factors: The property owner indicates there is an opportunity to create
a commercial environment conducive to the creation of an historic
village for the Etiwanda area and that such an opportunity should
be recognized on the land use plan. The concept of a historic
village focusing upon any unique architecture of the area and
providing opportunities for supportive commercial enterprises
relating thereto is one which requires much advance planning
and detail development proposals. Depending on the size of
such a proposal a specific plan may be necessary to explore
the multiple facets of land use relationships, traffic and
circulation, compatibility of land uses and the uniqueness
of the development to the historical character of the community.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Windrow designation be retained
until such time as a specific proposal whether on a project basis or on a
plan basis be submitted for city consideration.
2. Area: Northwest and southeast corner of 19th and Archibald
General Plan Designation: high density residential, medium density resi-
dential
Issue: Property owners desire commercial designation
Factors: The Planning Consultant was directed not to recognize those
areas which are not desirable tor commercial center use unless
s es were spec ca ly
committed or 7 eve opment as a result
of site plan approval or the issuance of XMitgr
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No projects have been approved for these two sites although
withhold zone changes are pending on both parcels. Agth.r
roperty owners are currently in the process of develo in
a s er p an o approve a ou approves nave been given
The Consultant and Planning Commission have discussed the issue
of multi -co n develo nt and the fact that the greater number
of corners develop or re MM commeretat , ater
the potential for congestion of an intersection. -Such con es-
chibald. Furthermore, ae
guch�ites_ are directly across the street from snot er p
- hoppinn center of a n1m7 m sr Mature it beG4lmea queSrionabie Wnecni
the City has the ability to ulti le commeiciaS`C'EntVYW '
pf this mature 9lT'hTn__s_uc_Fi__cIose proximity especially since
the comm ad centers are numerM in Me Alta Logs
rea. While this latter factor s a market consideration it is
e a commercial
center can pose future nuisance factors for the community. The
consultant indicates that neighborhood community shopping centers
anchored by a major supermarket requires an average of 9,000
residents in its trade area thereby justifying 13 centers in
Rancho Cucamonga at full development. its Loma now has three
in operation and two more under construction. Cucamonga has
It is however, recognized that there are sites within the City
which developers have announced plans for future development.
The Planning Commission has yet to ake a firm statement re ar
the issue of such neighborhood she in centers whet e
Mould be allowed to be constructed within the concentrated area
of * oma. w [ zonee snot legal until the ordinance
s een adopted and no vested rights in continuing development
are present unless a building permit has been issued on a parti-
cular piece of property. The Planning- Commission should establish
a firm policy as to the rejection or selection of multiple corner
sites.
RECOMMENDATION: If the Planning Commission rejects the sites, the General
Plan designations should be retained. If the Planning Commission desires
in some respect to recognize outstanding commercial center projects, cri-
teria should be determined so that a selection may he made.
3. Area: Southeast corner and southwest corner of Foothill and Haven
General Plan Designation: Southwest corner mixed use. Southeast corner
industrial
Issues: The property owners want commercial center designat:ons.
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actors: The intersection of Foothill and Haven is a critical one since
it is a juncture of two major arterials in the community. It
is also a location for a regional shopping center alternative
thereby making the intersection more critical in terms of access
and efficiency flow of traffic. The consultant indicates that
a site in any quadrant of the Foothill /Haven intersection would
be suitable if a regional shopping center site is not to be
r reserved in the northeast quadrant. A regional center at this
ovation would generate additional traffic to and from the
lter augmenting the normal traffic that.would be utilized
this intersection going to and from Chaff ey College as well
as residential traffic and industrial traffic of the area and
intercommunity traffic through Foothill Blvd. Based upon an
older traffic model that the county had developed, Mr. Blayney
states that "two centers across the street would overload an
intersection that barely would be adequate with double left
turn lanes and an 8 phase signal, if a regional center is
built" Furthermore, there remains the issue of the design
and "tenant" quality of any subordinate center that might
adversely affect the future viability of a regional center.
While the aesthetic influences of a smaller center might be
addressed through maintaining high development standards, the
traffic issue remains an outstanding one irregardless of project
design. Therefore any development of shopping centers on corner
sites other than the northeast corner should be on a "show me"
basis with full traffic studies.
RECOMMENDATION: Retain General Plan designation on all four corners.
4. Area: West side of Etiwanda Avenue north of Highland Avcnue
General Plan Designation: Windrow
Issue: Property.owner desires neighborhood commercial center.
Factors: General Plan establishes alternative sites for neighborhood
community centers and establishes these alternatives based
upon their relationship to other sites as well as to tr -tir
location in relationship to the population distribution of
the community. Given the present concept of the Etiwanda
Avenue area, the consultant has estahllshed alternative shop-
ping center sites south of the proposed Foothill Freeway.
Until other factors change, the feneral plan designation
should be retained.
RECIhiMENDATION: Retain Windrow designation.
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5. Area: Area abounded by the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks, Archibald
Avenue, and the rear portion of Alpha Beta Shopping Center
General Plan Designation: High Density
Issue: Property owner desires commercial.
Currently under construction on the south side of the Southern
cif is tracks is a retail lumber sales outlet. Furthermore,
orage uses are adjacent to the tracks toward the rear of this
proposed site. Since Clie site is situated between two commer-
cial uses and the Southern Pacific tracks, it becomes questionable
whether this environment can be conducive toward high density
residential. In concept of course higher densities are encouraged .
near commercial development in order to provide a supportive
relationship between two types of land uses as well as create
a more vibrant character around focal nodes. General retail
commercial uses, however, generate trip generation ation aW-Tu
movements o t e Maier arterial furt er �a mpose'g"burden
intersection and currently generates a great deal of traffic.
This traffic would further increase with the construction of
the "committed" shopping center on the southeast corner of
Archibald and Baseline. It is therefore desirable that if
the site is not conducive for residential use, lower traffic
generation commercial uses be allowed thereby reducing the
impact upon that portion of Archibald Avenue. Proper zoning
can address this particular issue. Another alternative is
administrative professional type uses that could be related
to the existing commercial. Thus an A -P type zoning under a
mixed use designation can be achieved.
RECOMMENDATION: Modify general plan with either those commercial designa-
tions or mixed use designation.
6. Area: Southeast corner of Highland and Haven
General Plan Designation: Mixed Use
Issue: Property owner desires commercial designation. Other residents
don't want any commercial on a_x intersection.
Factors: This particular area contains alternative neighborhood shopping
center site!; as supportive uses to the mixed use and higher den-
sities as well as Chaffey College itself north of the proposed
Foothill Freeway. The reason an alternative site was not
designated on the southeast corner of Highland and Haven is that
alternative sites already shown on the northern
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side of Highland Avenue, these have been indicated on the
north side of Foothill Freeway because of the site relation-
ships with the Foothill Freeway and the other uses already
mentioned adjacent to and near Chaffey College. However,
Chaffey College has raised the issue of proper land use
around the college from the colleges` perspective. The
alternative shopping center sites as presented in the General
Plan should be retained unless the Planning Commission deter-
mine that other land uses around Chaffey College are not
appropriate.
RECOMMENDATION: Retain General Plan designation but re- evaluate if
any additional changes are made in the land use around Chaffey College
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nd the area between Chaffey College and the Foothill Freeway.
Respectfully submitted,
JACK LAM, Director of
Community Development
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DATE: October 19, 1978
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jack Lam, Director of Community Development
SUBJECT: MODIFICATION OF TRACT CONDITIONS FOR REGENCY EQUESTRIAN
ESTATES - TRACTS 9378 -79
The Planning Commission, at its meeting of October 11, 1978, continued•
review of the request for modification of wall requirements on the above
mentioned tracts. This was continued to the October 25, 1978 meeting.
However, the applicant is :.- ner_iencing some time problems and may pos-
sibly have additional information for review by the Planning Commission
at this meeting. Therefore, he is requesting that the Planning Commis-
sion consider the new information at this meeting.
• Reapectfu ly submitted, •
JACK LAM, Director of. _
Community Development
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STAFF REPORT
DATE- October 11, 1978
TO* Planning Commission
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FROM-. -lack Lam. Director of Community Dvvelopm�nt
S11R.11:C '1': Modification of Tract Conditions for Regency Equestrian
Estates - Tracts 9378 -79
Regency Equestrian Estates is located at the northeast intersection of
Archibald and Hillside Road. As a condition for approval of this particular
tract, the County required that "a standard or approved block wall or other
acceptable alternative will be required along the rear lots on Hillside Road ".
The particular : ubdivision, as the name denote:. is equestrian oriented and
therefore the design concept has been to provide a rural character.. The
developer feels that the requirement for such a block wall. would destroy the
rural .character of the setting.
The County requirement was not for the purpose of flood protection but solely
for the purpose of providing "screening ". An you notice from the attached
site plan the lots for these tracts are eleisted so that the homes would be
situated above the site line of the required block wall. Furthermore,
directly behind the block wall is a bridle tra!1 and behind the bridle trail
is a growth of citrus trees that were preserved on the site. Further up
the slope are the homes. I: is the desire of the developer to have the
block wall requirement removed from the conditions of-approval and substi-
tute the wall with a split rail type fencing along both sides of the bridle
trail. path. Such a fence alternative would be compatible with the character
of the development, as well as be more rustic than a solid block wall. Staff
feels that because of the physical character of the building site and the
design concept of the subdivision itself, the alternative of the split rail
fence on either side of the bridle path would be more appropriate to the sur-
roundings than a solid block wall.
RECONMENDAT1oll: Staff recommends that the Planning Ccanmission amend the con-
ditions of approval to delete the requirement of a solid block wall along the
perimeterof Hillside Avenue and instead require a split rail type fence be
constructed on both sides of the bridle easement..
Resplectfully s,bmltted,
JAC LAM, Director of . - -- — - --�
Community Development
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Mr. Jack Lam, Planning Director 819�Ip1U11 py
City of Rancho Cucamonga # 1�r21314151g
934U Baseline Road Unit A
Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. 91730
Re: Regency Equestrian Estates - Tracts 9378 -79
County Requirement for Block Wall - Hillside Avenue
Dear Mr. Lam:
Confirming your recent meeting with John Miller we are enclosing
a copy of the conditions covering tract 9378 as set forth by the San
Bernardino County Planning Camission.
These conditions state "A standard or approved block wall or
other acceptable alternative will be required along the rear of lots
on Hillside Road ".
We have done our utmost to develop this project with a minimum
impact on the environment. The project consists of 33 single family
hones on one acre lots (vs. one half acre zoning). We were able to
save many of the citrus, eucalyptus, and other trees on the site.
The project will be surrounded by a bridle trail ranging from
12' to 24' and wider With lodge pole fence on both sides of the
bridle trail. Because of this double fence, the existing and planned
landscaping, the topo�7rapny (most lots are well above Hillside with
a steep rear slope) and regulations concerning use of the bridle trail
via the Homeowners Association we believe that the added protection and/
or security of a 6' concrete block wall is unnecessary. We further
believe that it would serve to destroy part of the rural atmosphere that
we have attempted to preserve.
We therefore respectfully request that the Rancho Cucamonga City
Council review this county requirement and consider accepting our pre
sent lodge pole fence in place of the block wall.
4010 Palos Verdes Drive North No. 101, Rolling Hills Estates, CalifornIA 90274 (213) 377.0955
Either Mr. Miller or I would be happy to review this further
with you or the Council. Associated Engineers can supply you with
any required copies of plans. Please contact Rick Martin or Bob
Mills at 986 -5818.
Your attention to our request is sincerely appreciated.
Sincerely,
�Jofin Chavanne
General Partner
Regency Equestrian Estates
CC: Bob Mills, Associated Engineers
R & L Harris, General Contractor
John Miller
Encl: 1 set of Landscape Plans
-2 Polaroid pictures of bridle trail fencing
2 Polaroid pictures of tract looking north from Hillside Rd.
Copy of letter from Environmental Improvement Agency (7- 28 -76)
CHAFFEY COMMU1
COLLEGE DISTRICT 5885 HAVEN AVENUE, ALTA LUMA, CALIFORNIA 91701
TELEPHONE: (714) 987 -1737, 872.4484, 735.0242
October 13, 1978
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Mr. Herman Rempel, Chairman 9
Planning Commission
City of Rancho Cucamonga
P.O. Box 793
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Dear Mr. Rempel:
We have had a number of discussions at Chaffey College
about the decision of the Planning Commission to change the
designation of the property east, west and south of the
campus to medium density residential. A position statement
regarding that designation is being prepared through the
Faculty Senate and the President's Advisory Council. The
Board of Trustees will be asked to approve the statement at
its regular meeting on October 19, 1978. Assuming Board
{ approval, I would appreciate the opportunity to present
the proposal and hack -up information to the Planning Commission
at yotir October 25 meeting. Faculty representatives may also
be present.
Your cooperation in this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
.Tames L. Catanzaro
Superintendent /President
CC: L. Wasserman, City Manager
J. Lam; Director, Community Developmentt/
P. Hartley, President, Faculty Senate
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RESOLUTTON NO. 78 -12
A RESOLUTION OF THE RANCHO CUCANONCA PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING SITE APPROvAL NO. 78 -02
ALLOWING THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ALUMINUM PLANT
IN A M -2 ZONE GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTH
SIDE OF SIXTH STREET BETWEEN TURNER AVENUE
AND ARCHIBALD AVENUE.
WHEREAS, on the 30th day of August, 1978, an application was
filed and accepted on the above described project; and
WHEREAS, on the 19th day of October, 1978, the Planning Commission
reviewed the above described project.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLVED
AS,FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. :. The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
makes the following findings:
I. That the site for the proposed us. is adequate iq
size and shape, which shall mean to accommodate said
use and all yards, open spaces, setbacks, walls and
fences, parking areas, loading areas, landscaping,
and other features requirEd by the Zoning Ordinance
to adjust said use with abutting land and uses in
the neighborhood,
2. That the site for the proposed use has adequate
access, which shall mean that the site relates to
streets and highways properly designed as to width
and improvement type to carry the quantity and kind
of traffic generated by the proposed use.
3. Thac the proposed use will have no adverse effect
on abutting property or the permitted use thereof,
which shall mean that the use will not generate
excessive noise, vibration, traffic or other dis-
turbance.
4. That the lawful conditions stated in the approval
are deemed necessary to protect the public health,
safety, comfort convenience and general welfare.
SECTION 2: That this project will not create significant adverse
impacts on the environment and a Negative Declaration is issued on
Octobei 11, 1978.
SFCTION 3: Tile Planning Commission sets the following conditions
on the above described project:
Foothill Fire District:
Tile following items will be required by this agency
Prior to commencing construction of any building(s)
or structure(s).
1. Two (2) sets of building and plot plans shall be
submitted to this department.
2- The required fire flow will be 3000 gallons per
minute for a duration of 3 hours.
3. Calculations indicating that the fire flow re-
quirement will be met shall be submitted to this
department prior to plan approval.
4. Water mains and appurtenances shall be installed
In accordance with the requirements of the Cucamonga
County Water District.
S. This department shall be notified to witness an ac-
ceptance test of the water system.
6. Fire protection water systems and fire hydrants
shall be provided and installed in accordance
with requirements of this district.
7. A minimum 24 foot access shall be provided around
the proposed building.
a. In lieu of the 24 foot access on the west side-
of the building, this department will accept
a fully automatic fire sprinkler system in the
office area of said building.
8. This department will, require an on -site private
hydrant, at a location to be determined by this
department, capable of providing a minimum of
1500 gallons per minute for " duration of 3 hours
at a minimum residual pressure of 20 psi. i•his
department will also require the installation of
an approved public fire hydrant within 50 feet of
the fire department connection for the fire Sprink-
ler system.
9. Fire extinguishers will. be required. The size,
type and number will be determined by this depart-
ment prior to occupancy.
10. Should the operation be found to be producing an
explonive or combustible dust hazard, an approved
dust collection system will be required by this
agency.
11. Street address numbering shall be in accordance
with local ordinance.
It is further recommended that all buildings be pro-
vided with an approved automatice fire detection system
providing for the transmission of all fire alarms to
the Ontario Fire Department dispatch center.
En sneering Division:
12. At the time of development grading, drainage, and
street plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer
shall be submitted for review and approval of the
City Enginr-r. Hydraulic calculations and a topo-
graphic map will, be required to support the sizing
and location of drainage structures shown on the
plans.
13. At the time of development curb, gutter, drive ap-
proaches, sidewalk, street trees, and A.C. match -
tip paving shall be provided along 6th Street frontage.
14. All drainage shall. be to public right of way or with
prior approval of abutting property owners with pro-
per drainage facilities.
15. Drainage from the site shall be way of sidewalk
drains through the curb face and not over drive
approaches. '
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Planning Division:
16. That all requirements of the Rar.cho Cucamonga Zoning
Ordinance be complied.
17- That the applicant submit a revised development plan
to the Planning Division Office drawn in accordance
with the conditions of this resolution.
18. That the five (5) parking stalls on the southeast
corner of the property located outside the entrance
gates be eliminated cud replaced with landscaping.
19. That detailed lanscape and irrigation plans be sub-
mitted to and approved by the Planning Division
prior to issuance of building permits,
20. That the landscape island in front of the plant be
increased in area while maintaining a driveway
width of twenty five (25) feet.
21. That all roof counted equipment be screened fron
surrounding properties with materials which conform
with the architectural design of the building.
22. That signs are not approved for the center. Further,
sign plans must be submitted to and approved by the
Planning Division prior to installation.
23. That the vertical distance of the mansard roof he
extended to the top of the building_ Further, that
the horizontal distance of the mansard roof be ex-
tended around the corners of the building.
24. That a three (3) foot planter be provided along the
front of the building. Planting and irrigation for
':Iris planter shall be approved as part of the land-
scape and irrigation plans required by this resolution.
25. That a decorative block wall replace the originally
proposed chain link fence In the front portion of the
lot. Further, that the npplirant submit plans for
this wall to the Planning Division for its approve)
prior to issuance of building permits.
26. That if a building permit is not drawn within a
two (2) year period of rile date of this resolution,
this approval becomes null and void.
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 19TH DAY OF OCTOBER,, 1978.
PLANNINP COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA.
By:
Herman Rempel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Secretary of the Planning Commission
I, , Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City
of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly_
and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of
the City of Rancho Cucamonga at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission
held on the day of 1978, by the following
vote to -wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONFKc:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: