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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011/11/02 - Agenda Packet - (min) Special PC CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Special Meeting Metal Roofing Tour November 2, 2011 Chairman Munoz called the Adjourned Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission to order at 3:00 p.m. The meeting was opened in the Haven Room within the Planning Department at Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The group then boarded the vehicle at 3:10 p.m. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Frances Howdyshell, Lou Munoz, Francisco Oaxaca; Ray Wimberly ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Donald Granger, Senior Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; James Troyer, Planning Director NEW BUSINESS A. PURSUANT TO SECTION 54954(B)2 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION WILL TOUR SELECTED LOCATIONS IN THE CITIES OF UPLAND AND CHINO HILLS TO VIEW VARIOUS TYPES AND STYLES OF METAL ROOFING MATERIALS Donald Granger, Senior Planner, gave a brief introduction and handed out a prior report previously presented to the Design Review Committee dated September 20, 2011 to all in attendance(copy on file). Commissioner Fletcher suggested the order of the sites be changed to better accommodate the current traffic conditions. He advised that the Chino Hills sites be viewed first followed by the Upland addresses. Commissioner Oaxaca seconded the motion. The Commissioners unanimously agreed 5-0 to change the order of the tour. No members of the public were in attendance of the meeting. The assembled Commissioners proceeded to the waiting vehicle. Transportation was provided for the public, however, no members of the public attended the tour. The Commissioners made the following comments during the various stops of the tour: Commissioner Oaxaca asked about the size of the tiles, if they have a backing, and the projected lifespan of this roof material. Mr. Granger said the material comes in sections, and they are backed with foam that forms an air pocket for insulation and sound mitigation. He said the roofing industry projects these roofs to last about 50 years. Chairman Munoz pointed out very visible valley flashings and top caps. Vice Chairman Oaxaca asked if there is a variety of material available. Mr. Granger said that it comes in a wide range of colors and styles. Commissioner Wimberly said with some of these roofs it appears there are challenges with making the top peaks look right;they appear large,they project high above the rest of the material, and they extend beyond the end of the hips and do not appear well integrated with the rest of the installation. Vice Chairman Howdyshell noted that the owners'choice of material was generally a good match for the style of the homes. Chairman Munoz noted that some of the roofs appeared to be installed better than others and with some that were seen, it was difficult to determine because of the shape and dimension of the roofs as they are viewed from the street. Vice Chairman Howdyshell said she liked the texture of one of the examples seen. Chairman Munoz said real barrel type roofs have more of a defined undulation than those seen on tour today. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the thickness of the coating on the material. Chairman Munoz said the material comes pre-coated with a sandy/bumpy finish. He noted that some of the roofs looked like a better installation than others. He asked if roofers obtain a specific certification to install these types of roofs. Mr. Granger said he did not believe so, that they are most likely covered under their general license to install these roofs, but that he would check into that for the specifics. Chairman Munoz said he may have a concern with these being installed as roofing for new home product, but less of a concern for re-roof projects which is already covered in our current Development Code. PUBLIC COMMENTS None * * * * * COMMISSION BUSINESS AND COMMENTS Chairman Munoz directed that the issue be brought back to the DRC for further review and consideration. * * * PC Adjourned Minutes -2- November 2, 2011 ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned at 5:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, IblAer mes R. Troyer, AICP Secretary Approved: December 14, 2011 PC Adjourned Minutes -3- November 2, 2011