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Home My WebLink About1995/03/08 - Agenda Packet - WorkshopCITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WEDNESDAY MARCH 8, 1995 8:00 P.M. WORKSHOP RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER DE ANZA ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA II. IlL IV. RoliCall Chairman Barker Vice Chainnan McNiel Commissioner Lumpp Commissioner Melcher Commissioner Tolstoy Announcements New Business DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 95-05 - WESTERN DEVELOPMENT CO. - The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Building 7 (Barnes & Noble) totaling 29,878 square feet within the Town Center Square, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce and Elm Avenues - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. Public Comments This is the time andplace for the general public to address the Commission. Items to be discussed here are those which do not already appear on this agenda. Adjournment The Planning Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an 11:00 P.M. adjournment time. lf items go beyond that time, they shall be heard only with the consent of the Commission. 1, Gail Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certia9 that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on March 2, 1995, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954. 2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. CITY OF RANCHO CUC,~,{ONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: March 8, 1995 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 95--05 - WESTERN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY - The design review of detailed site plan and elevations for Building 7 (Barnes & Noble) totaling 29,878 square feet within the Town Center Square, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce and Elm Avenues - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. ABSTRACT: The purpose of this workshop is to review the building design for Building 7, Barnes & Noble and Starbucks, and the final design for the upper and lower central plazas within Town Center Square. BACKGROUND: On January 14, 1995, the Planning Commission conditionally approved a modification to Conditional Use Permit 93-49 for Town Center Square commercial center. The approval included the revised Master Plan, the building design for Homes Express, Ben Franklin Crafts, Pet Metre, and their signs. A condition of approval requires further review of the upper and lower central plazas and that the plazas be completed with the construction of Building 7. ANALYSIS: Building Design for Building 7, Barnes & Noble and Starbucks. This building must exhibit a sophisticated design as it will set the tone for Building 4. The superior design of these two buildings (7 and 4), together with the design of the plazas between them, will create a destination place. 1. South Elevation. Add half-circle sconce light fixtures to Barnes & Noble building entry consistent with the ones used in the center. (This item can be conditioned.) ITEM A PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 95-05 - WESTERN DEVELOPMENT March 8, 1995 Page 2 Add the rectangular sconce light fixtures along the columns of the colonnade consistent with the ones used in the center. (This item can be oonditioned,) Wrap the lower tier cornice moulding from the south elevation to the west elevation of the most eastern portion of Building 7. Add a raised planter to the most eastern portion of Building 7 where it joins with PetMetro. Add pre-cast concrete or plaster moulding to frame the recessed square with the metal grill work. Note: Drawing does not show store front glass areas (compare the floorplan and Sheet 6). 2. West elevation. The west elevation is inaccurate in that the trellis work and the outdoor seating area for Starbucks are not shown. The tower at the north end of the west elevation is a visual focal point to help anchor the plaza; however, it has a "tag-on" appearance. Pull this tower element out for greater visual prominence. c. Add sconce light fixtures to the columns of the colonnade consistent with the ones in the center. A space for "future community art" has been provided on the tower at the north end of Building 7. Location for public art is inappropriate because it is buried 40 feet behind a large landscape area and is next to a transformer. Should be placed underneath colonnade next to Starbucks' entrance. Note: Drawing does not show storefront glass areas (compare with floorplan and Sheet 6). East and North Elevations. Add plaster moulding around the recessed plaster square with the metal grill work. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 95-05 - WESTERN DEVELOPMENT March 8, 1995 Page 3 Hardscape and Landscape for Building 7. 1. Add pedestrian scale trees (2), at the eastern portion of Building 7. (This item can be conditioned.) 2. Add a pedestrian scale tree at each side of the building entry for Barnes & Noble. (This item can be conditioned.) 3. Add a pedestrian scale tree between the two palm trees west of the building entry for Barnes & Noble. (This item can be conditioned.) 4. Add four accent concrete insets to the scored colored concrete within the colonnade at the south side of the building. (This item can be conditioned.) 5. Add an accent concrete inset (the large square) in front of the building entry for Barnes & Noble. (This item can be conditioned.) Upper and Lower Plaza Design. 1. The plaza between Buildings7 and 4 has expansive hardscape. Provide canopy shade trees for shade, which will make the plaza more pleasing and inviting. Original concept (attached) included canopy shade trees. Embellish the area around the future place for the art piece with pedestrian scale shade trees, ddnking fountains, colorful and attractive landscaping, more potted plants, and decorative bollards. Provide zero curbing at the end of the two plazas where the main drive aisle bisects. Add pedestrian scale trees in between the row of palm trees as well as potted plants and decorative bollards to the lower plaza at the T intersection of the main drive aisle off Foothill Boulevard. No information provided regarding lighting which will be important to create attractive, inviting public space. Signs According to the approved Uniform Sign Program, Barnes & Noble is a Major User and is under the Sign Type I. It allows for one wall sign per building elevation with sign dimensions of 2 feet by 24 feet. However, a provision in this Sign Type I allows PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 95-05 - WESTERN DEVELOPMENT March 8, 1995 Pag~ 4 an increase in the letter size, subject to Design Review Committee approval. Starbucks is under Sign Type F, which allows for one wall sign per building elevation with a sign height of 18 inches, whether it is a single or double line of sign copy and a sign length of 70 percent of the leased store front. The approved color for Sign Types I and F is red. However, a provision in both sign types stated that a "nationally registered trademark" may be allowed, subject to the Planning Commission review and approval. Barnes & Noble: Two signs are proposed. The primary sign is located at the main building entry. It consists of two lines on the sign with the words "Barnes & Noble" on top and "Music Booksellers Cafe" at the bottom. The sign dimensions are 7 feet by 31 feet. The secondary sign is located at the west elevation on the colonnade. It consists of a single line with the words "Barnes & Noble Booksellers." The sign dimensions are 2 feet by 24 feet. The colors are green with white borders. Staff Comment: Staff finds the two lines of sign copy at the main entry acceptable, however, the proposed sign height of 7 feet is overpowering. By comparison, the approved sign for PetMetro is 5.5 feet in overall height. Staff recommends reducing the letter size for "Barnes & Noble to 2 feet and the letter size for "Booksellers" proportionately and eliminating the extraneous information of "Music" and "Cafe." Staff finds the placement of the secondary sign at the west elevation acceptable. Because this sign is mostly viewed by pedestrians within the plazas, or drivers on site, the letter size should be reduced to 18 inches to provide the proper scale. As for the colors, green with white borders, the applicant must submit "nationally registered trademark" information for colors. Starbucks: Two signs are proposed. The primary sign is located at the south elevation entry. It consists of two lines on the sign with the words "Starbucks" on top and "Coffee" at the bottom. The sign dimensions are 3 feet by 14 feet. with an 18 inch letter size. The secondary sign is located by the entry at the west elevation. It consists of a round logo and has a diameter of 3 feet. The color is green. Staff Comment: Staff finds the placement of the primary sign acceptable. However, staff recommends that the sign copy be changed to a single line to meet the required 18-inch maximum letter size under Sign Type F. The placement and the size of the logo at the west elevation is acceptable. Again, the applicant must submit "nationally registered trademark" information for colors. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 95-05 - WESTERN DEVELOPMENT March 8, 1995 Page 5 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Commission provide direction to the applicant regarding the above identified issues and concerns. Because of the streamlined Development Review process, this application is scheduled for the March 22, 1995, meeting for formal action. If revisions are needed, a continuance will be required. 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