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DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY OCTOBER 4, 2011, 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Lou Munoz Ray Wimberly James Troyer Donald Granger
Alternates: Frances Howdyshell Richard Fletcher Francisco Oaxaca
CONSENT CALENDAR
7:00 p.m.
(Tom/Carlo) TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT18819 - WATER MILL HOMES - The proposed
subdivision of 10.6 acres into 17 lots in the Very Low Residential District of the
Etiwanda Specific Plan, located at the southwest corner of Etiwanda Avenue and
Victoria Street. APN: 1089-081-16, 17, 20, and 21. Related Files: Development
Review DRC2011-00629, Variance DRC2011-00383, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2011-00638.
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.
7:10 p.m.
(Mike/Carlo) MINOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2010-00400 - CHARLES JOSEPH
ASSOCIATES FOR ARCO - A request to construct a self-service carwash of
940 square feet at an existing automotive fueling services center on a parcel of 2 acres
in the Industrial Park (IP) District (Subarea 6) Haven Overlay, located at
9280 Haven Avenue - APN: 0209-262-20. Related files: Development Code
Amendment DRC2010-00399 and Conditional Use Permit CUP99-53.
7:30 p.m.
(Steve/Willie) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2011-00560 - AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT - BEDROS
DARKJIAN - A request to construct a 7,885 square foot tire sales and service building
on a 1.37-acre pad within the Victoria Commons Retail Center within the General
Commercial District, located at 11951 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0229-023-01. On
January 24, 2007, a Mitigated Negative Declaration was adopted by the Planning
Commission for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM17818. The California Environmental
Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is
required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of a
previous Mitigated Negative Declaration.
7:50 p.m.
(Steve/Betty) DESIGN REVIEW DRC2011-00671 - K. HOVNANIAN - RANCHO 79 - A request to add
a 5th Floor Plan, replot 9 parcels, and make revisions to the Plan 2 Floor Plan of the
previously approved Development Review DRC2010-00259 of the 79 single-family lots
on 34.1 acres of land in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, in the Low Residential
District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located on the north side of Day Creek Boulevard,
west of the Southern California Edison Corridor. APN: 1087-101-01 through 55,
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1087-111-01 through 02, 1087-111-14 through 1087-111-19, 1087-111-21, and
1087-111-27 through 1087-111-36. Related files: Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT16226-1. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project
covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse No. 88082915
and No. 98121091 certified by the City Council on August 1, 2001) and does not raise
or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental
Impact Report.
8:10 p.m.
(Tabe/Carlo) DEVELOPMENT DESIGN REVIEW DRC2011-00255 - ALL STATE PAPER AND
METAL RECYCLING - JAMES LIN - A request to operate a scrap operation and make
improvements to the 4.42-acre site within the Heavy Industrial District of Subarea 15,
located at 13195, 13207, 13231, 13243, and 13253 Whittram Avenue
APN: 022-192-09, 06, 04, 03, and 02. Related file: Conditional Use Permit
DRC2011-00254.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:00 p.m. Tom Grahn October 4, 2011
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT18819 - WATER MILL HOMES - The proposed subdivision of 10.6
acres into 17 lots in the Very Low Residential District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located at the
southwest corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Victoria Street. APN: 1089-081-16, 17, 20, and 21. Related
Files: Development Review DRC2011-00629, Variance DRC2011-00383, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2011-00638.
The applicant revised the project architecture based on previous Committee direction. Staff
recommends that the Committee recommend approval of the application.
Design Review Committee Action:
The Committee reviewed the revised Site Plan and elevations and recommended approval.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Tom Grahn
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:10 p.m. Mike Smith October 4, 2011
MINOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2010-00400 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR ARCO -
A request to construct a self-service carwash of 940 square feet at an existing automotive fueling
services center on a parcel of 2 acres in the Industrial Park (IP) District (Subarea 6) Haven Overlay,
located at 9280 Haven Avenue - APN: 0209-262-20. Related files: Development Code Amendment
DRC2010-00399 and Conditional Use Permit CUP99-53.
Background: The proposed carwash was reviewed by the Committee on April 5, 2011. At that time, the
carwash was to be situated between the west property line and the north to south drive aisle that extends
along the entire length of the west property line of the site. Staff noted, and the Committee agreed, that
the architecture of the carwash building is consistent with the existing buildings within the
commercial/office development and that no revisions or corrections to its design were necessary.
However, there were unique technical characteristics of the proposal that would have been difficult to
resolve. Although a solution for each could be acceptable in isolation, each solution introduced another
challenge that would need to be addressed. As a result, the applicant proposed an alternate location in
the parking and landscaped area near the southwest corner of El Ranchero restaurant (Building B) with
the primary axis of the building perpendicular to the aforementioned north to south drive aisle. The
Committee considered this location to be generally acceptable; further discussion was withheld and they
requested a review of revised plans showing the new location and specific details such as screening
(Exhibit A).
Design Parameters:
The general location of the new carwash building is near the southwest corner of El Ranchero restaurant
(Building B) and north of the ARCO fuel pumps and overhead canopy. The area of work is presently
developed with parking stalls and landscaping. The entrance and exit will be on the east and west sides,
respectively. To ensure safe exiting from the carwash, an area is provided at the exit of the carwash that
is sufficient in length to allow a vehicle to pause before proceeding into the north to south drive aisle.
Similarly, a drive aisle leading to the carwash is proposed that will allow up to three vehicles to queue
without blocking or otherwise interfere with traffic circulation in the immediate vicinity. Ten parking stalls
and nearby landscaping will be removed to accommodate the new building.
The vehicle entrance of the carwash building will be approximately 90 feet from the primary entrance of
the restaurant. Vehicle circulation in front of the restaurant will not be affected as the vehicle entrance
into the carwash is from the drive aisle that serves only the parking and circulation areas of
ARCO/Subway (Building A). There is no direct vehicle connection between the parking lots of either
building except at the aforementioned north to south drive aisle.
As it will have an east to west primary axis, visibility as seen from 6th Street of the mechanical equipment
will be very limited or non-existent. The carwash will be mostly screened from Haven Avenue by
Building B and an existing wall between Building B and Building A. To minimize/eliminate visibility of the
mechanical equipment as seen from the restaurant, the applicant proposes a new screen comprised of a '
solid wall and an open vertical vine trellis (Exhibit D). The overall height of this screen will be
approximately 12 to 14 feet with the solid wall section being approximately 4 to 5 feet. The vines on the
trellis will eventually fill-out the open spaces of the structure and serve to provide visual contrast against
the tiles of the carwash building. Noise impacts to the restaurant are not expected to be excessive. The
loudest component of the carwash operation is the blowers used to dry vehicles, which will be located on
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the west end of the carwash building on the opposite side from the restaurant; nevertheless, the
proposed screen wall will serve as a secondary purpose by minimizing potential noise impacts. Staff
notes that the applicant has stated willingness to revise the height of the screen and/or its corresponding
components if the Committee deems it necessary.
The architecture of the carwash building (Exhibit B) will match the design and general appearance of the
existing buildings (Exhibit C) and include matching finish, colors, trim, and materials. No revisions to the
existing buildings are proposed.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion.
Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this
project. _
1. The combined wall and vertical vine trellis proposed along the east side of the drive aisle leading to
the entrance of the car wash building shall be continuous, i.e. there is a gap between the screen as
currently proposed and the proposed carwash building that must be eliminated.
2. Provide spandrel glass on the north elevation of the proposed carwash building to match the glass
that is proposed to be installed on the south elevation.
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 vertical vine trellises proposed to be placed on the screen wall between the car wash building
and the parking lot of the restaurant shall be constructed of a durable weather-resistant material
such as polyvinyl (PVC) or an equivalent.
2. The windows on the south elevation of the carwash building shall be one-way vision glass that
restricts visibility of the interior of the car wash from the outside.
3. The tile (type, appearance, and pattern) on the support columns for the horizontal overhead
trellises and the screen wall shall match the tile on the existing buildings on-site.
4. Replacement light standards shall not exceed 15 feet in height measured from the adjacent
finished surface or finished grade. This height includes the base, pole, and the fixture.
5. If it is possible, the existing trees that are displaced by the construction of the carwash shall be
relocated to another location on the property. Otherwise, replacement trees shall be planted on a
one-to-one basis for each existing tree that is removed.
6. Shrubs of a minimum five gallon size shall be planted at an interval of 18 inches on center in the
1-foot wide planter located along the east side of the building.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission. policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion.
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1. All doors (roll-up, emergency access, etc.) shall be painted to match the color of the adjacent wall.
2. All downspouts on all elevations of the building shall be routed through the interior of the building.
Note: the downspouts shall be relocated to the east side of the building so that the water drains
onto the subject site and not onto the adjacent property to the west (as currently proposed).
3. All signs shall comply with the applicable provisions of the City's Sign Ordinance and Uniform Sign
Program #204. Signs identifying products, advertising services, or identifying the carwash building
as carwash are not permitted. Signs required by Federal, State, or local agencies are exempt.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be approved and forwarded to the Planning
Commission for review and action.
Design Review Committee Action:
The Committee reviewed the revised proposal and generally accepted the new location of the car wash
building. The applicant provided a new set of plans incorporating staff's recommendations for spandrel
glass on the north elevation of the building and eliminating the gap in the screen wall — the Committee
approved these revisions. The Committee had no further comment regarding the design of the car wash
building as they determined at the previous meeting that it was consistent with the existing buildings
within the commercial/office complex. The segment of the proposed screen wall along the north side of
the drive aisle into the car wash was deemed acceptable as the overall design and the materials, colors,
and finish were consistent with the car wash building. However, the Committee requested additional
embellishments on, and in the general vicinity of, the segment of the screen wall at the east side of the
aforementioned drive aisle. In particular, there was a concern about the appearance of the screen wall
as seen from the restaurant. The Committee requested that the applicant revise this part of the project
and resubmit it for review by the Committee.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Mike Smith
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:30 p.m. Steve Fowler October 4, 2011
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2011-00560 - AMERICAN TIRE DEPOT - BEDROS DARKJIAN - A
request to construct a 7,885 square foot tire sales and service building on a 1.37-acre pad within the
Victoria Commons Retail Center within the General Commercial District, located at
11951 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0229-023-01. On January 24, 2007, a Mitigated Negative Declaration
was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM17818. The California
,Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is
required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of a previous Mitigated
Negative Declaration.
Design Parameters: The applicant is proposing to construct a 7,885 square foot commercial auto repair
building that predominately deals with the retail sales and installation of auto and light truck tires on a
1.38-acre parcel, located at 11951 Foothill Boulevard. This site is on the south side of Foothill Boulevard
in the Commercial General District.
The design of the site was previously approved under DRC2005-01084. The 1.38-acre parcel is a
vacant pad towards the west end of the previously approved project that sits approximately 3 feet below
street level. The proposed building is a single-story structure with a contemporary commercial
architecture inspired style. One design feature is a 41-foot tower at the northeast corner of the building
to identify the entrance to the building. There are several pop-out features that extend away from the
wall between 2 to 3 feet and approximately 4 feet above the building.
The exterior of the building is proposed to use a mixture of earth tone colored stucco and stone veneer to
make up a majority of the material used on the building. The stone veneer is utilized on the columns of
the tower elements. The large tower at the northeast corner of the building has perforated metal window
coverings on the upper portion of the tower with wood corbels and a Mission style tile roof. Metal
awnings are located above all the tinted temper glass windows and stuccoed columns with 1 inch
grooves about every 2-1/2 feet to give the building visual interest and a commercial retail store style to
allow for reuse of the building if needed at a later time. The tempered glass at the entrance will be clear
to allow for clear view into the waiting area and cashier, but the remaining windows around the rest of the
building are tinted tempered glass so that the eight-bay repair area is not subject to public view. The
roof-mounted equipment will be screened by the parapet walls. The building utilizes materials from the
existing buildings to incorporate it into the center but not duplicate the style.
The proposed landscape around the building will compliment the existing site landscaping. The signage
locations have been indicated on the plans to allow for the review of future placement as it corresponds
with the building. The signage will be submitted under a sign permit package at a later date.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for the Committee
discussion regarding this project.
Major Issues: The applicant worked hard with staff to follow the criteria outlined in the Development
Code. There are no major issues regarding this project at this time.
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Minor Issues:
No Minor issues at this time.
Policy Issues:
No policy issues at this time.
Staff recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend approval of
this Development Review to the Planning Commission.
Design Review Committee Action:
The project was approved as presented.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Steve Fowler
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:50 p.m. Steve Fowler October 4, 2011
DESIGN REVIEW DRC2011-00671 - K. HOVNANIAN - RANCHO 79 - A request to add a 5th Floor Plan,
replot 9 parcels, and make revisions to the Plan 2 Floor Plan of the previously approved Development
Review DRC2010-00259 of the 79 single-family lots on 34.1 acres of land in the Etiwanda North Specific
Plan, in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located on the north side of
Day Creek Boulevard, west of the Southern California Edison Corridor. APN: 1087-101-01 through 55,
1087-111-01 through 02, 1087-111-14 through 1087-111-19, 1087-111-21, and 1087-111-27 through
1087-111-36. Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16226-1. Staff has found the project to be within
the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse
No. 88082915 and No. 98121091 certified by the City Council on August 1, 2001) and does not raise or
create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report.
Background: A Development Agreement was approved in 2001 that requires the Low Residential
standards for all lots within this tract. The property was rough graded in June of 2004. The area was
mass graded and infrastructure was installed. The master developer has installed the main access of
the gated community, as well as the slope landscaping and decorative perimeter walls. The site is
bordered by vacant land to the west; by single-family homes to the north; by Day Creek Boulevard to the
south; and by a portion of Tract 16227, built by K. Hovnanian, to the east.
On October 25, 2006, the Planning Commission approved Development Review DRC2006-00382 for the
development of 97 homes on a 34.1-acre site within the 632-unit Master Planned Community of Rancho
Etiwanda Estates. Of the 97 homes that were approved, only 18 were built before the downturn in the
economy. On October 27, 2010, the Planning Commission approved a new Development Review,
DRC2010-00259, for the remaining 79 homes. Because of a shifting demand in the housing market, the
applicant, K. Hovnanian Homes, made modifications to their previously approved Development Review
by proposing smaller homes. The request for the remaining 79 homes would complete the build-out.
This new request is to plot a fifth Floor Plan to the mix, increase the size of Floor Plan 2, and add an
option to Floor Plan 1. The applicant is required to develop within substantial compliance with the
Etiwanda North Specific Plan (ENSP), incorporating the architecture and design details of the Etiwanda
area. Requirements include side-on garages, recessed garages, exterior siding, and specific
architectural styles.
Design Parameters: The project site is located within the "Upper Etiwanda" neighborhood that has its
own unique architectural design guidelines per the ENSP. The ENSP requires that a mix of the following
primary architectural styles be used for at least two-thirds of the units: Bungalow, Ranch, Monterey, or
San Juan. Up to one-third of the units may use these styles: Country, Victorian, or Santa Barbara
Revival.
The proposed modifications are consistent with the required architectural styles and include an increase
in the square footage of the Plan 2 Floor Plans from 2,737 to 3,364, add a 330 square foot loggia option
to the Plan 1 Floor Plan and add Floor Plan 5 which will be the largest Floor Plan of 3,727 square feet to
the mix. The new range of Floor Plans will be from a 2,605 square foot plan to a 3,727 square foot plan.
These new plans provide more living space to meet the demand of the current housing market. The new
Plan 5 Floor Plan will replace 9 of the existing Plan 2 Floor Plans. The remaining 7 Plan 2 Floor Plans
will be constructed with the increased square footage Floor Plan. A total of 26 (33 percent) of the house
product will remain single-story. The new plan will be a two-story plan and have four architectural styles.
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The proposed architectural styles are San Juan, Santa Barbara Revival, Country, and Ranch to be
consistent with the product that was previously approved. The San Juan elevation incorporates wrought
iron details, recessed windows, decorative shutters, and an arched patio/entryway. The Santa Barbara
Revival incorporates built-up eaves, louvered shutters, and recessed windows. The Country style
incorporates brick veneer elements, flat tile roof, and balconies. The Ranch style incorporates louvered
shutters, recessed windows, and stone veneer.
All four sides of all the homes have articulation and incorporate decorative garage doors to match the
architectural style of the home. Each of the four plans feature covered porch entries which range in size
dependent upon the style.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion.
Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this
project:
1. The applicant has worked diligently with staff. Together with the Development Agreement and
discussions with staff, there are no major issues.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
1. The garage on Plan 5 shall not be labeled as a 4-car garage as it does not meet the minimum
interior areas of 10 feet by 20 feet for each parking space as the Development Code requires.
2. The proposed design of the houses does not meet the design regulations under RCMC
17.08.090.D2a (i.e. 360 degree architecture to all elevations). The front elevations include some
elements that either disappear or are sparse on the sides and rear elevations. Materials, such as
siding, stone veneer, wrought iron, and use of faux shutters should be utilized on all elevations and
in greater amounts to achieve 360 degree architecture. Long wall planes of stucco do not achieve
this requirement and should be avoided. Architectural elements should be added to create visual
interest, yet be authentic to the stated architectural theme. The applicant has added some
elements to the housing product but still requires more elements on the walls with long areas of
stucco and requires some of the front elevations to be embellished.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
1. Boulders from the project site shall be utilized and integrated as part of the front yard Landscape
Plan, per the Master Plan Resolution of Approval.
2. Driveways shall be colored and scored in a diagonal pattern for additional entryway detail.
3. Coach lights on the rear will match the coach lights utilized on the front of the residence.
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Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee review the proposed
project and provide additional feedback and input as necessary. Staff further recommends that the
applicant work with staff and revise the elevations to meet the 360 degree architectural requirement that
meets the City's architectural expectations. Following review of the revisions by staff, the project will be
scheduled for review and consideration by the Design Review Committee.
Design Review Committee Action:
The Committee members reviewed the project and requested that the applicant enhance and move
architectural elements found on the elevations of Plans 2 and 5 to adhere to the 360 degree architectural
requirement. The changes to the elevations were minor; so, the Committee agreed to recommend that
the project move onto the Planning Commission after the corrections have been made.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Steve Fowler
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:10 p.m. Tabe van der Zwaag October 4, 2011
DEVELOPMENT DESIGN REVIEW DRC2011-00255 - ALL STATE PAPER AND METAL RECYCLING -
JAMES LIN - A request to operate a scrap operation and make improvements to the 4.42-acre site within
the Heavy Industrial District of Subarea 15, located at 13195, 13207, 13231, 13243, and 13253 Whittram
Avenue - APN: 022-192-09, 06, 04, 03, and 02. Related file: Conditional Use Permit DRC2011-00254.
Proiect Proposal: The applicant proposes upgrading their existing ferrous metal processing facility on
Whittram Avenue. The facility has been operating at this location since 1987 and around the corner on
Etiwanda Avenue since 1999. The two facilities operate in tandem, with trucks first arriving at the
Etiwanda Avenue facility to be weighed and then heading to the Whittram Avenue facility to either pick up
or drop off metal (depending if they are purchasing or selling metal). They then go back to the
Etiwanda Avenue facility to be weighed again to either pay or be paid for the metal.
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The Whittram Avenue facility receives the scrap metal, breaks it down into smaller pieces, and then
resells it. The Whittram Avenue facility currently operates on 5 parcels which are separated by
2 unrelated parcels. The 2 unrelated parcels consist of a single-family residence and an automotive
repair shop. The applicant proposes purchasing a portion of the parcel on which the residence is located
and leasing a portion of the parcel on which the automatic repair shop is located in order to provide truck
access between the two sites and limit truck traffic on Whittram Avenue. The applicant has submitted an
acoustic study which recommends installing new windows in the residence to reduce noise from the
facility.
The existing facility has been operating on a portion of the two sites'on Whittram Avenue without a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and has been directed that the existing facility will need to be upgraded as
part of the CUP approval process. The upgrades include street improvements (curb, sidewalk,
landscaping), a new 10-foot high decorative wall and view obscuring metal gates along Whittram Avenue
(Development Code limits the height of stored material to the screen wall height for the first 120 feet from
the curb face), 10-foot high walls along the rail road right-of-way, employee parking, and outdoor eating
area, upgrading existing on-site structures (bathroom facility and covered work areas), paving and
on-site clean up. The street frontage upgrades will also include the areas in front of the single-family
residence and the automotive repair shop.
Staff Comments: Staff feels that the proposed changes will greatly improve this portion of
Whittram Avenue. A number of issues remain that need to be resolved by the Design Review
Committee.
The applicant proposes using painted solid metal fencing material along the rail right-of-way, along the
west property line, and between the project site and the residence and automotive shop. The question is
whether the metal fencing is adequate. It should be noted that there are other businesses that use metal
fencing along Whittram Avenue, and that the Development Code permits masonry, concrete, wood
metal, or chain link with slats in the Heavy Industrial District. Staff feels the metal fencing may be
appropriate (if properly installed and painted) along the rail right-of-way and along the west property line.
Staff believes that block walls would be a more appropriate separation between the facility and the
residence (with the block wall located along the side of the house and continuing a minimum 20 feet from
the back of the house).
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The applicant is also proposing to line the east property line with metal shipping containers and leaving
the existing chain link fencing in place (there is an auto wrecking business to the east). Staff has
informed the applicant that if the Design Review Committee approves the use of the shipping containers
as screening, they will at minimum need to paint them all a coordinating color.
Major Issues: None.
Secondary Issues:
1. Whether metal fencing is an adequate screening material or should be upgraded to decorative
block walls.
2. Whether block walls (rather than metal fencing) should be used to screen the facility from the
neighboring residential use. If block walls are required, for what distance?
3. Whether shipping containers may be used to screen the facility from the neighboring industrial use
or should be upgraded to either a solid metal fencing or block walls.
Policy Issues:
1. Barbed wire shall not be used on the property line walls facing Whittram Avenue or the railroad
right-of-way.
2. A Sign Permit is required for all signage.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee direct staff to the
appropriateness of the proposed changes and whether the project may be scheduled for Planning
Commission review with staff reviewing any recommended changes.
Design Review Committee Action:
The project was approved with the following changes:
1. Provide an 8-foot high masonry wall along the entire south property line (rail road right-of-way).
2. Provide solid metal fences along the east and west property lines and between the project site and
the automotive shop.
3. Provide an 8-foot high decorative wall between the existing residence and the project site. The wall
shall run from the north property line to the terminus of the adjacent subterranean loading dock.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Tabe van der Zwaag
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
October 4, 2011
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
C--SZI'cuvER.
James R. Troyer, AICP
Planning Director