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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-05-22 Agenda Packet - PC-HPC CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA MAY 22, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. — CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Chairman Guglielmo Vice Chairman Wimberly Commissioner Dopp Commissioner Munoz Commissioner Oaxaca B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Historic Preservation Commission or Planning Commission on any item listed or not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the Commission from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Commission may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair, depending upon the number of individual members of the audience. This is a professional business meeting and courtesy and decorum are expected. Please refrain from any debate between audience and speaker, making loud noises or engaging in any activity which might be disruptive to the decorum of the meeting. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They will be acted upon by the Commission at one time without discussion.Any item may be removed for discussion. C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2019 Page 1 of 4 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA MAY 22, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D. DIRECTOR'S STAFF REPORTS The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. D1. DIRECTORS REPORT - INTRODUCTION OF THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE ETIWANDA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD AND CONSERVATION PLAN (EHNCP) SPECIFIC PLAN E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER-AGENCY UPDATES: COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: F. ADJOURNMENT I, Valerie Victorino, Executive Assistant of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 16, 2019 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Page 2of4 CITY . ■ . CUCAMONGA. ! �l MAY 2212019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting,please contact the Planning Department at(909)477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission encourages free expression of all points of view. To allow all persons to speak, given the length of the agenda, please keep your remarks brief. If others have already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous speaker. If appropriate, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group. To encourage all views and promote courtesy to others, the audience should refrain from clapping, booing or shouts of approval or disagreement from the audience. The public may address the Planning Commission on any agenda item. To address the Planning Commission, please come forward to the podium located at the center of the staff table. State your name for the record and speak into the microphone. After speaking, please sign in on the clipboard located next to the speaker's podium. It is important to list your name, address and the agenda item letter your comments refer to. Comments are generally limited to 5 minutes per individual. If you wish to speak concerning an item not on the agenda, you may do so under "Public Comments." There is opportunity to speak under this section prior to the end of the agenda. Any handouts for the Planning Commission should be given to the Planning Commission Secretary for distribution to the Commissioners. A copy of any such materials should also be provided to the Secretary to be used for the official public record. All requests for items to be placed on a Planning Commission agenda must be in writing. Requests for scheduling agenda items will be at the discretion of the Commission and the Planning Director. AVAILABILITY OF STAFF REPORTS Copies of the staff reports or other documentation to each agenda item are on file in the offices of the Planning Department, City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. These documents are available for public inspections during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except for legal City holidays. APPEALS Any interested party who disagrees with the City Planning Commission decision may appeal the Commission's decision Page 3 of 4 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA MAY 22, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA to the City Council within 10 calendar days. Any appeal filed must be directed to the City Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of$3,037 for all decisions of the Commission. (Fees are established and governed by the City Council). Please turn off all cellular phones and pagers while the meeting is in session. Copies of the Planning Commission agendas, staff reports and minutes can be found at www.CityofRC.us. 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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Historic Preservation Commission or Planning Commission on any item listed or not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the Commission from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Commission may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair,depending upon the number of individual members of the audience.This is a professional business meeting and courtesy and decorum are expected. Please refrain from any debate between audience and speaker, making loud noises or engaging in any activity which might be disruptive to the decorum of the meeting. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public communications. Seeing no one, closed. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Page 1 of 7 Cl— Pg1 MAY 89 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA AND PLANNING COMMISSION The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They will be acted upon by the Commission at one time without discussion.Any item may be removed for discussion. C1. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz; carried 5-0-0 to approve the minutes D. DIRECTOR'S STAFF REPORTS The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. D1. CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2099120 Gianfranco Laurie, Senior Engineer, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation(copy on file). Commissioner Oaxaca asked staff regarding the grade separation phasing for the first year, Mr. Laurie noted that the project is currently in design with the goal to have approved plans by February 2020 and construction to start in June 2020 that would last 18 months- No public comments. Commissioner Munoz thanked staff and requested a hard copy for next year. Vice Chairman Wimberly concurred and also requested a hard copy of the report, Commissioner Dopp stated that he is really looking forward to the improvements, especially the anticipated Central Park improvements. Chair Guglielmo noted that traffic is a priority in the City and was glad to have this excellent plan. Page 2 of 7 C1— Pg2 MAY 812019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 90500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Ghirelli stated that a vote is required for the Capital Improvement Plan to be consistent with the General Plan. Oaxaca moved, seconded by Wimberly, motion carried 5-0, The Capital Improvement Program was approved by minute action_ E. PUBLIC HEARINGS/PLANNING COMMISSION The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by law. The Chairman will open the public hearing to receive testimony. All such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual or less as determined by the Chairman. Please sign in after speaking. E1. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION DRC2018-00594-- LORD CONSTRUCTORS, INC. FOR CMB STRUCTURES, INC. - A request to modify the site plan and architecture of a previously approved 15,821 square foot industrial building on a 0.89-acre project site in order to increase the floor area to 17,200 square feet for a site located in the General Industrial (GI) District at the southeast corner of Hellman Avenue and Feron Boulevard; APN: 0209-032-57. Related file: Design Review DRC2014-00745. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15332 — Infill Development Projects. Tabe vanderZwaag, Associate Planner, gave the Staff Report with a powerpoint presentation (copy on file). Commissioner Bopp asked staff the actual cost of the undergrounding of the Los Amigos Park that the City incurred. Mr. Sandona noted that he did not have that amount but staff uses a fee schedule for these fees based on linear footage. He stated that it is approx_ $200 a linear foot and the cost is normally shared by developers. Vice Chairman Wimberly asked how much the in lieu fee was for the City. Page 3 of 7 C1— Pg3 MAY 83 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Sandona was unsure of the costs. Commissioner Oaxaca asked if the City regularly adjusts the fees, Mr. Sandona noted that the fees are reviewed and adjusted every year. The applicant, Greg Lord, with Lord Constructors: and the current land owner and developer, spoke to the Commission. He thanked staff and noted the agreements in the conditions were acceptable but requested the in lieu fees for the undergrounding, which was more affordable for this project Chairman Guglielmo asked Mr. Lord about the extensive costs noted in the applicants attached letter, Mr, Lord stated that the costs for undergrounding were extensive for a project of this size_ Steve Sullivan addressed the Commission in support of the project. Brad Buller, representing the applicant, spoke on the issue of undergrounding the utilities. He supplied maps for each Commissioner to review_ He noted actual costs for the undergrounding was quoted to the applicant at $2,146 a linear foot. He requested that the applicant pay in lieu fees in replacement of undergrounding as it was more reasonable for the size of project. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing and hearing none, closed. Commissioner Munoz supported the design and would support the in lieu fees as requested_ Vice Chairman Wimberly also supported the project and would support the in lieu fees as requested. Commissioner Oaxaca stated that it was a nicely designed project and noted that it might not be the right time to burden this project and location with undergrounding fees, He would support the applicants request for in lieu fees, Commissioner Dopp was fine with the project and noted that there is a large discrepancy in the costs presented by the applicant and staff's anticipated fees, He would support the in lieu fees, Page 4 of 7 C1— Pg4 MAY 812019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Guglielmo noted that completing Feron Blvd_ is important but would support the in lieu fees as requested. He stated that he wanted to be sure that this is not a precedent for the future but that this is a unique case. Mr. Ghirelli stated that the consensus of the Commission was that undergrounding utilities was impractical at the present time due to the relatively high cost of undergrounding. Commissioner Dopp asked that in future situations involving in lieu or undergrounding fees that staff assist the applicants to be sure all of the costs are accurate. Commissioner Oaxaca agreed that there is a large discrepancy in costs stated for undergrounding the utilities, Mr Ghirelli directed staff to the first sentence of Engineering Condition # 3 "to pay in lieu fee in effect at the time". Moved by Wimberly, second by Oaxaca; carried 5-0-0 approved as amended. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER-AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz updated the Commission on the League of CA Cities meeting conducted today, May 8ffi, discussing state wide issues including transit stops and additional parking requirements in the future, Housing density bonuses were also discussed during that meeting, COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. G. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Oaxaca to adjourn the meeting, carried 5-0-0, 7:50 pm Page 5 of 7 Cl— Pg5 RANCHOr rr CITY OF - r r MAY 89 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 1, Valerie Victorino, Executive Assistant of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 2, 2019, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. if you need special assistance or accommodations to participate In this meeting,please contact the Planning Department at(909)477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the city to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission encourages free expression of all points of view. To allow all persons to speak. given the length of the agenda, please keep your remarks brief. If others have already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous speaker. If appropriate, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group, To encourage all views and promote courtesy to others, the audience should refrain from clapping, booing or shouts of approval or disagreement from the audience. The public may address the Planning Commission on any agenda item. To address the Planning Commission, please come forward to the podium located at the center of the staff table. State your name for the record and speak into the microphone. After speaking, please sign in on the clipboard located next to the speaker's podium_ It is important to list your name, address and the agenda item letter your comments refer to. Comments are generally limited to 5 minutes per individual. If you wish to speak concerning an item not on the agenda, you may do so under "Public Comments " There is opportunity to speak under this section prior to the and of the agenda. Any handouts for the Planning Commission should be given to the Planning Commission Secretary for distribution to the Commissioners. A copy of any such materials should also be provided to the Secretary to be used for the official public record. All requests for items to be placed on a Planning Commission agenda must be in writing. Requests for scheduling agenda items wiK be at the discretion of the Commission and the Planning Director Page 6 of 7 C1- Pg6 MAY 812019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA AVAILABILITY OF STAFF REPORTS Copies of the staff reports or other documentation to each agenda item are on file in the offices of the Planning Department, City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. These documents are available for public inspections during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except for legal City holidays. APPEALS Any interested party who disagrees with the City Planning Commission decision may appeal the Commission's decision to the City Council within 10 calendar days. Any appeal filed must be directed to the City Cleric's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of$3,037 for all decisions of the Commission. (Fees are established and governed by the City Council). Please tum off all cellular phones and pagers while the meeting is in session. Copies of the Planning Commission agendas,staff reports and minutes can be found at www.CitvofRC.us. Page 7 of 7 C1— Pg7 ore= STAFF REPORT DATE: May 22, 2019 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Matt Burris, Deputy City Manager INITIATED BY: Elisa C. Cox, Interim Planning Director Mike Smith, Senior Planner SUBJECT: DIRECTORS REPORT - INTRODUCTION OF THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE ETIWANDA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD AND CONSERVATION PLAN (EHNCP) SPECIFIC PLAN RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission review and discuss the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan Specific Plan (hereafter referred to as the "Specific Plan"). PROJECT BACKGROUND: At the April 24, 2019 Planning Commission meeting, Staff presented to the Commission a Director's Report regarding the Specific Plan. Staff provided background on the Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan, a summary of the various components of the Specific Plan, and the current status of the City's processing of it. The Commission reviewed and discussed the draft Specific Plan document,which was provided to them prior to the meeting for their review. They also asked staff questions and requested clarification on certain topics. Although the presentation was a Director's Report and not a public hearing, they also received comments from the public. A copy of the Director's Report (without exhibits) and the minutes from the meeting are attached (Exhibits A and B, respectively). ANALYSIS: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the City's local CEQA Guidelines, a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) was prepared by the City's environmental consultant to analyze the potential environmental effects of the Specific Plan. The purpose of an EIR is to inform the public about any significant impacts to the physical environment resulting from a project, identify ways to avoid or lessen the impacts, identify alternatives, and promote public participation. The contents of the EIR becomes a planning tool for the Planning Commission and City Council to use in determining the appropriate and best land use for the project site. This document addresses the potentially significant adverse environmental impacts that may be associated with development of the proposed Specific Plan, as well as identifies feasible mitigation measures and alternatives that may be adopted to reduce or eliminate these impacts. All environmental categories are being evaluated in the Draft EIR. The intent of this EIR is to evaluate the broad-scale impacts of the Specific Plan. Any future proposed projects within the D1—Pg 1 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (DEIR) REVIEW- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA May 22, 2019 Page 2 EHNCP Specific Plan will be reviewed on their own merit A summary of all of the project-related impacts and the recommended mitigation measures will be provided in the Final EIR (FEIR). On April 29, 2019, the Draft EIR for the EHNCP Specific Plan was released for the 45-day review period, which will end on June 14, 2019. The following summarizes key points in the environmental review process: A. Notice of Preparation: A Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental impact Report was prepared and circulated on December 4, 2018 to the State Clearinghouse, and to public agencies that have discretionary approval power over the project. i.e, 'Responsible Agencies" and Tribal Governments. Also, the NOP was made available for review at the Archibald and Paul A. Biane Libraries, at City Hall, and on the City's website. Per State law, the comment period ended 49 days after the date of circulation on January 21, 2019, The NOP serves as public notification that an EIR is being prepared and requests comment and input from responsible agencies and other interested parties regarding environmental issues to be addressed in the document. In addition to the NOP, CEQA recommends conducting a scoping meeting for the purpose of identifying the range of potential significant impacts that should be analyzed within the scope of the Draft EIR. The City received comments from eight public agencies, two organizations, two native American tribes, and 43 individual members of the community. The NOP and the comments that were received are contained in Appendix A of the Draft EIR. Agencies or interested persons,whether they responded during the public review period of the NOP or not, will have an opportunity to comment on the Draft EIR during the public review period or during public hearings to be conducted by the City on the Draft EIR and the Specific Plan. B. Public Scoping Meeting: The City conducted a noticed Public Scoping meeting during a Planning Commission meeting on December 12, 2018. The notice for this scoping meeting appeared in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper and notification was provided in various social media platforms_The intent of the Public Scoping Meeting was to receive public testimony on those issues that the public would like to have addressed in the EIR as it relates to the project and environment. Following a brief explanation of the environmental review process, comments were received from the public and the Commission. Public comments included opposition to the development of the area, preferring to keep the land as a conservation area;opposition due to a perceived loss of property value for the northern portion of the project site; concern with the location of the proposed school; potential for fire and flood events; increased traffic and noise, and relocation of the fire station. The public and the Commission requested that a broad spectrum of potential alternatives to the project be considered and analyzed in the EER and that an economic analysis of the project, and its alternatives, be conducted, C. Draft EIR Preparation and Circulation:The Notice of Availability(NOA)and the Draft EIR(SCH No.2017091027)were prepared and distributed to all Responsible and Trustee agencies, and individuals who had expressed interest in the project and/or had previously requested copies, D1—Pg 2 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (DEER) REVIEW- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA May 22, 2019 Page 3 The NOA was also provided on the City's webpage for the project, on the City's YeNewsletter' (which has 18,000 subscribers), and an email was sent to approximately 1,200 individuals who subscribe to the EHNCP topic. The NOA was also advertised in various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Nextdoor. The 45-day public review period for the Draft EIR began on April 29, 2019 and will expire on June 14, 2019. During the public review period, the Draft EIR and technical appendices are available for review at: a. The Archibald Library - 7368 Archibald Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730; b. The Paul A. Biane Library- 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739: c. The Planning Information and Services Counter at City Hall - 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730; and d. www.citvofrc.usletiwandaheights Written responses (Response to Comments (RTC)) to all significant environmental issues raised will be prepared and made available in the Final EIR (FEIR). D. Mitigation Monitoring Reporting Program—(MMRP): In compliance with CEQA, monitoring program will be prepared. The MMRP is a reporting program that identifies each adopted mitigation measure or project design feature that reduces the significance level of a particular impact. The MMRP indicates responsibility and timing milestones for each mitigation measure. E. Facts, Findings, and Statement of Overriding Considerations: If significant unavoidable environmental impacts result with a project, the City must balance the benefits of the project against its unavoidable environmental risks in determining whether to approve the project, if the benefits outweigh the unavoidable adverse impacts, the City may adopt a statement of Overriding Considerations in accordance with CEQA Section 21081. A statement of Overriding Considerations has been prepared for the project. A full description of the significant impacts resulting from the proposed project and those mitigation measures being recommended to reduce the level of significance for each impact will be shown in the Facts, Findings, and, if necessary, Statement of Overriding Considerations. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact of the plan preparation is expected to be neutral as the City can recover costs of preparing the plan through a specific plan maintenance fee paid for by the future development of the area. Additionally, there will be further analysis of project impacts through a Fiscal Impact Analysis and Feasibility Study prepared as part of the overall EHNCP proposal. COUNCIL GOAL(S) ADDRESSED: The City Council established the long-term objective for the entire 6,000-acre Sphere of Influence area to identify development, mitigation, preservation, and annexation potential. The EHNCP is being prepared to address this goal for 4,088 acres within the City's Sphere of Influence. D1—Pg 3 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (DEIR) REVIEW- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA May 22, 2019 Page 4 EXHIBITS: Exhibit A - April 24, 2019 Planning Commission Director's Report Exhibit B - April 24, 2019 Planning Commission Minutes (refer to pages 3 through 5) Exhibit C - Notice of Availability (NOA)for the Draft Environmental Impact Report Exhibit D - Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan (EHNCP) Specific Plan (under separate cover) D1—Pg 4 STAFF REPORT DATE: April 24, 2019 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Candyce Burnett, City Planner INITIATED BY: Matt Burris, Deputy City Manager Elisa Cox, Deputy City Manager Candyce Burnett, City Planner Mike Smith, Senior Planner TITLE DIRECTOR'S REPORT - REVIEW OF THE ETIWANDA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD AND CONSERVATION PLAN SPECIFIC PLAN RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Planning Commission review and discuss the Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Pian Specific Plan. THE CITY'S VISION The City's Vision emerged from a planning process that included extensive analyses, a thorough review of the goals and policies described in the General Plan, directions from City Council, and, most importantly,the participation and input from the overall community. This vision is to maintain and conserve large areas of rural and natural open space in the northern part of what is referred to as the City's Sphere of Influence(SOI). This large area of rural and natural open space will be fiscally supported by, and in balance with, high quality residential neighborhood development in the southern part of the SOI that is already surrounded by existing residential neighborhoods. This Specific Plan was developed from the above-noted input to help guide and develop the guiding principles that set the foundation of"the Plan They balance the primary goal to conserve the large quantities of natural open space in the northern area of the Plan with high-quality neighborhoods in the southerly areas of the Plan where there are existing neighborhoods. Guiding Principles include local control, open space conservation, active healthy living, fiscal responsibility, public safety, and a unique sense of place. BACKGROUND—ANNEXATION PROPOSALS In 2007, the County of San Bernardino (the County)informed the City of Rancho Cucamonga that the San Bernardino County Flood Control District(SBCFCD)intended to sell up to 1,070 acres of a surplus property on the northern edge of the City. The area had an overall area of 1,212 acres that had previously been needed for flood control purposes. In 2008, the City offered to assist the County and distributed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for developers who wished to be considered for a potential joint venture with the County to entitle the land partially located within EXHIBIT A D1—lag 5 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 2 the City Limits and partially within the SOI, i.e. the unincorporated area of the County. However, the County discontinued the potential joint venture in 2009 due to the economic downturn that occurred around that time period. City leadership recognized that development on the County's land would occur in the future and wanted to be prepared for the eventual sale of this surplus property by the County. Therefore, in January 2015, the City Council reaffirmed the goal of pre-zoning and annexation the 4,088-acre portion of the City's SOI. This land is currently regulated by the County's zoning and, therefore, allowed residential and commercial development that would be subject to the County's, and not the City's, development standards. In May 2015, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Sargent Town Planning (STP) to prepare the North Eastern Sphere Annexation Proposal (NESAP). Between the summer of 2015 and the fall of 2017, the City developed an initial plan for the 4,388- acre NESAP area. This initial plan included maintaining the northerly 3,176 acres as a Conservation Priority Area (CPA) and focused potential development in the 1,212-acre Development Priority Area (DPA) in the southerly portion. BACKGROUND -- COMMUNITY OUTREACH During the fall of 2017, the City conducted a series of four Community Meetings that were held during a month-long period to provide the public information on the development of the NESAP. It became clear in these meetings that the community wanted to be more involved and to provide more input on the development of the project area. On December 20, 2017, after reviewing the plan to-date and the public's comments, the City Council directed Staff to go back and engage the community to evaluate whether or not to continue the project, and if the recommendation is to continue the project, to revise the density of the project, i.e. the number of dwelling units per acre; the type and character of the residential component of the project; and amount of commercial floor area within the project. Staff paused further development of the NESAP and EIR and embarked on extensive public engagement to grapple with these issues. On May 16, 2018, after extensive outreach (discussed below), the City Council directed Staff to work with the community to develop a community-based plan. Directions from the City Council included 1) incorporating large-lot residential development with a"banded"component that would match adjacent residential densities, 2) incorporating local and Community Trails for consistency with the Equestrian Overlay (as described in the General Plan, Figure LU-2 - Land Use), 3) incorporating a traffic circulation component that connects existing streets (i.e., Wilson Avenue, Milliken Avenue, and Rochester Avenue) and is compatible with the surrounding community; 4) limiting commercial uses; and 5) incorporating any necessary public facilities (e.g. a school and parks). At this time the City also established a name for the future Specific Plan: "Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan" (EHNCP). The name reflects the City's intent to balance the community priorities for conservation in the rural northern portion of the planning area and appropriate development in the southern neighborhood area. After the May 16, 2018 meeting, Staff continued the community engagement process, received and evaluated the community's input, and began to draft the plan. D1—Pg 6 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 3 PROJECT STATUS A. Community Outreach: In the fall of 2017, the City conducted four community meetings to solicit comments from interested individuals and community groups on the initial planning concepts. Participants had many questions and concerns about the process, the preliminary concept, including the number and type of residential units proposed, particularly multi-family units, and the amount and type of commercial uses. In addition, there were concerns about fire safety and habitat associated with the configuration of open space in the heart of the neighborhood. Due to the level of concern, the City set aside the preliminary concept and conducted further outreach to better understand the priorities of the Rancho Cucamonga community. During early 2018, the City gathered further input through small group and large community meetings along with online and paper surveys to determine the next steps. These additional community meetings and surveys confirmed that 1) local control of this area was preferred by the community, and 2) some level of development under City zoning standards was acceptable. Respondents overwhelmingly supported local control through annexation and agreed that planning a new neighborhood would be the preferred method of providing local control to set the standard for high-quality development and cover the cost of habitat conservation. On May 16, 2018, the City Council directed staff to continue working with the community on a plan for neighborhoods and conservation in the northeastern area of the City (Exhibit B). B. Community Engagement Summer 2018: In the Summer of 2018, after receiving direction from the City Council to create a community-based plan, the City hosted a community-based planning process to learn more about priorities and how to best balance them. The extensive community engagement process included small group meetings, pop-up events, multiple online surveys, and a large, well-attended public open house where attendees provided feedback on an initial concept plan. The EHNCP was developed in response to the community's feedback received during this period. The following highlights the engagement efforts: • July, August, and September 2018—Nine (9) pop-up outreach events were held with over 800 members of the community engaged. At each pop-up, participants were provided an opportunity for questions and answers, informational materials, Dot Survey, and children participated in a drawing exercise; • August 21-29, 2018 — Small group meetings were held with four community groups including Campeones para is Comunidad (Community Champions), Healthy Rancho Cucamonga Steering Committee, Healthy RC Youth Leaders, and a small group meeting with a home owners association (HOA) that included residents who live in a residential area located to the west of the project area; • September 21, 2018 — An open house was held at the Cultural Center court yard. The open house attracted approximately 200 people and was organized around five (5) stations spotlighting the main planning topics; and Dl—Pg 7 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 4 • October 2018 - February 2019 — Staff engaged over 200,000 digital impressions and reached nearly 89,000 through various digital survey tools such as Facebook LIVE, Facebook posts, Twitter, Instagram, Nextdoor, videos, and eNews. C. General Plan: As noted previously, the majority of the project area is designated as Flood Control/Public Utilities, Conservation, Hillside Residential, and Open Space per the General Plan, Figure LU-2 -Land Use. With the exception of a 33-acre parcel located south of Banyan Avenue and west of the Deer Creek flood control channel, the majority of the proposed Neighborhood Priority Area (NPA) is currently designated as Flood Control/Utility Corridor. An amendment to the General Plan is required to change the land use designations within the NPA(related file: General Pian Amendment DRC2015-00749). The remaining 3,532 acres of the project area is within the Rural/Conservation Area (RCA) and the EHNCP would rezone this area consistent with the existing Open Space Land Use designations in the General Plan. Other minor clarifying amendments will be required, Including a new text amendment to allow the clustering of homes within the RCA. The amendment to the General Plan will be included with the project for consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council at a subsequent public hearing. D. Etiwanda North Specific Plan: Most of the project area (approximately 3,494 acres) is within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan (ENSP). This Specific Plan was adopted in April 1992. The project area that is located between the northward "extension- of Milliken Avenue and the existing neighborhoods on the project area's western boundary, are outside the boundary of the ENSP and would, therefore, be regulated by the Development Code (if they were within the City's boundaries). The ENSP was adopted to establish pre-zoning and development standards for the Etiwanda area of the Sphere of Influence (SOI). Doing this was an effort to ensure that when development of properties within the ENSP was proposed, such development would follow the City's standards and, therefore, be in conformance with the pre- zoning document and be consistent with the goals of annexation. However, there are properties within the ENSP that were developed prior to this proposed annexation project and, therefore, were not designed to the standards described in the ENSP. The ENSP permits a significant amount of residential development in the proposed Conservation Priority Area (CPA) and permits a limited amount of residential development in the proposed Development Priority Area (DPA)while maintaining a substantial portion of this area as Flood Control. The ENSP also established two "floating", i.e. approximate, locations for commercial uses. The size and scope of such development would be determined based on a market analysis of the number of households that would support commercial uses. During the preparation of the annexation, it was determined that a new specific plan was necessary as the ENSP does not provide for conservation, does not "pre-zone" the entire project area, permits a significant amount of development where it should not occur, and does not adequately address development where it could occur. Thus, the ENSP needs to be amended to remove the EHNCP from that Specific Plan (related file: Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00750). E. Previous Proiect-NESAP: The 2017 proposal,the North Eastern Sphere Annexation Project. or NESAP, was shelved in the winter of 2018 when the City Council directed staff to return to the drawing board and work with the community to determine a vision for the planning area. Dl—Pg 8 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 5 F. The Current Project - EHNCP: As directed by the City Council, the EHNCP was developed with direct input from the community to help guide and develop the guiding principles that set the foundation of "the Plan". The Community Vision and Guiding Principles were developed from community input, City Council direction, and policies of the General Plan. They balance the primary goal to conserve the large quantities of natural open space in the northern area of the plan with high-quality neighborhoods in the southerly areas of the Plan where they would complement the existing neighborhoods. Guiding Principles included local control,open space conservation, active healthy living, fiscal responsibility, public safety, and a unique sense of place. Based on the Vision and Guiding Principles site studies were explored that in- turned informed the drafting of the Development Standards in the EHNCP. The plan establishes two areas: The Rural/C_onservation Area (RCA): The primary focal components of this area are: conserving as much open space land as feasible; generating conservation funding; prioritizing the conservation of lands adjacent to the existing North Etiwanda Preserve; permitting limited quantities of rural housing; extending open space corridors and trails from foothill open space down into the neighborhoods; and providing a variety of parks, greenspaces, and playfields adjacent to every neighborhood. The City has had a long-standing vision for the foothills between the City boundary up to the National Forest line and through the implementation of the Goals and Policies of the General Plan, set forth specific Open Space Land Use designations devoted to the preservation of the natural resources and open space opportunities. The vision of the EHNCP builds on those Goals and Policies to enhance the efforts of conservation through Chapter 3-Conservation Plant of the Specific Pian that identifies the value of the biological setting, establishes conservation methods including establishing a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program (Section 7.4, page 336), while allowing for appropriate limited rural development on privately owned property. The Rural/Conservation Area's (RCA) primary focus is centered around these conservation efforts. The key strategies in the plan include the continued efforts to conserve additional land and restoration of habitat. This can be achieved through developer incentives in the Neighborhood Area to underwrite conservation as mitigation to offset impacts of that development. Additionally, this can be accomplished with property owner incentives within the RCA through the TDR to the Neighborhood Area, and then setting aside their property for additional mitigation and conservation. Although there are large areas of the RCA that are currently considered Open Space or Conservation, not all properties are actively managed and do not have permanent or adequate funding to continue to maintain and manage the habitat. The plan sets clear conservation objectives for conservation management with appropriate implementation measures. The Plan also creates a set of design and development standards (Section 5.9 - Rural Development Standards, page 236) that will regulate development in the RCA. All new development will be required to comply with the regulation in the Rural Development Standards to maintain the rural feeling of the area including very low density, large lots, minimally improved streets and infrastructure as well as specific design elements (e.g. minimal lighting, massing, and location on the site). Development in the RCA is regulated D1—Pg 9 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 6 so as to not impact the natural terrain and habitat or conservation properties while taking into consideration potential site constraints, natural hazards, and limited services. As discussed above, the primary focus of the Plan is to maximize open space and conservation. The Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) strategy would encourage the preservation of land within the RCA and give priority to land adjacent to the North Etiwanda Preserve to provide larger contiguous conservation areas and habitat linkages without placing new tax burdens on existing residents. As outlined in Section 1.5 Guiding Principles(Topic#4- Fiscal Responsibility, page 29)the objectives for conservation of the RCA was that new development must make preservation of natural landscapes feasible and fiscally self-sustaining. The plan has been developed with this in mind to enable enough development in the Neighborhood Area of new residential units, sale tax generating retail and restaurants, and through the process of transferring development rights. The process of transferring development rights would allow for a privately-owned property in the RCA to transfer the residential density to the Neighborhood Area voluntarily in exchange for financial or other negotiated compensation. The number of residential units would be determined on the maximum density allowed based on the regulating zone, slope, and other environmental constraints. When a parcel is abutting another permanently preserved property (e-g. the North Etiwanda Preserve), a multiplier could be applied to incentivize the transfer of density from the RCA. The multiplier would be determined by the City or a qualified entity established by the City. The total density allowed for a Neighborhood Area phase/subarea could be allowed to exceed the total as shown in Table 7.3 (below) but the Plan's total density would not be allowed to exceed the maximum permitted density. TABLE . . PHASE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 R NA Total RCA Total GRAND TOTAL Dwelling 117 127 154 567 478 459 281 15 702 2.900 100 3,000 Units Commercial Square Feet 148,569 18,277 - 13,154 180400 780,000 Parks Acres 2.25 3.5 86 9.3 7.5 8.5 4-5 30 t 1 85,15 - 85-15 Acres 33 50 1S5 117 90 87 46 49 201 828 3,565 4,393 The Neighborhood Area. The primary components of this area are: neighborhoods with beautiful walkable streets; very large lot equestrian homes; homes in walkable neighborhoods; neighborhoods geared toward older individuals; neighborhoods suited to, and attainable by, families; neighborhood-serving shops and restaurants; neighborhoods that include smaller detached and attached single-family homes; and homes that reflect the heritage of Etiwanda and Alta Loma. To ensure this, the Pian is divided into "Regulating Zones". For each zone there are development standards that will regulate development in the Neighborhood Area. These D1—Pg 10 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 7 standards will be applied to each project through the"Precise Neighborhood Plan"process (Section 7.7, page 344).The standards for each regulating zone are calibrated to generate the physical form and character in accordance with the Vision described in Chapter 4. They will regulate 1) allowed building types (Table 5.4A, page 130), 2) primary and secondary setback requirements (Table 5.413, page 130); and 3) allowed uses (Appendix 1, page 1-1). Appendix 1 will be incorporated into the Development Code (related file: Municipal Code Amendment DRC2019-00288). The regulating zones follow a spectrum that is sensitive to the existing context of Rancho Cucamonga. The regulating zones are described as follows (excerpted from the Plan): 1. Neighborhood Estate (NE) Regulating Zone: The Neighborhood Estate regulating zone is for large homes on large lots, with large setbacks and yards, and expansive views of the mountains to the north and/or valley to the south. A semi-rural, equestrian design character is envisioned to provide for opportunities for equestrian living, with curbless streets that lead directly to multipurpose trails to the foothills; 2. Neighborhood General 1 (NG-1) Regulating Zone: This walkable neighborhood regulating zone includes single-family detached homes on a range of lot sizes, knitted together by a connective network of landscaped pedestrian-oriented streets, parks, and trails. Well-landscaped front yards and private rear and side yard areas for family activities surround each home; 3. Neighborhood General 2 (NG-2) Regulating Zone: This walkable neighborhood regulating zone includes single-family detached and attached homes, knitted together by a network of pedestrian-oriented streets and Paseos, and in proximity to neighborhood parks or squares for family; and 4. Shops & Restaurants (SR) Regulating Zone: This two-block area centered on the intersection of Wilson and Rochester Avenues has a classic Southern California small- town "Main Street" character with a distinctly rural twist. Neighborhood-serving shops and restaurants have large shopfronts and wide sidewalks for strolling, dining, and visiting. Parking is provided on the street and in rear parking lots that are accessed by courts and Paseos. The Neighborhood Area is divided into nine (9) sub-areas (Figure 5.3 — Sub-Area Regulating Plan, page 121). The purpose of this is to 1)phase development and 2)ensure the intended distribution of building types. To provide long-term flexibility in the layout and design of each development proposal, the Regulating Plan is conceptual and subject to refinement through the Precise Neighborhood Pian process. The first developer in each sub-area is responsible for securing approval of a Precise Neighborhood Plan through the process described in the Plan(Section 7.7—Authority, Amendments, and Approvals, page 344). Following the City staffs review of a proposed Precise Neighborhood Plan to verify consistency with the Plan, it will be forwarded for review and action by the Planning Commission. If approved, it will be recorded as a refinement to the Regulating Plan. All subsequent development within each sub-area will be reviewed by the City for consistency with the Precise Neighborhood Plan in place. D1—pg 11 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 8 Additional regulations in the Plan include standards and guidelines for topics such as architecture, commercial storefronts, landscaping, public and private open spaces, street (thoroughfare) design, and parking. The regulations are well-detailed to ensure that City staff can effectively use it, developers can follow it, and that the City's design/technical goals and policies that apply elsewhere in the City are implemented and fulfilled in the EHNCP. The required design and/technical characteristics for, for example, various building typologies, signs, and trails are clearly described in graphic form and demonstrated with imagery of the desired qualities that must be incorporated. Architecture is extensively discussed with emphasis on what elements must be present to reflect an architectural theme of, for example, a house. This will ensure consistency with the City's architectural standards and compatibility with existing residential development in the area surrounding the EHNCP. Regarding the multi-purpose trails, the Plan does not change the existing Equestrian Overlay as it currently applies to the area. It specifies certain design and technical requirements for them. In instances where it does not, the Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 and the City's standard drawings for features such as trail improvements including surfacing, fencing, gates, and entrances will apply. Open space, views, and access to trails and recreation space was a significant priority during the public engagement process and is a primary focus of the General Plan. The plans overarching goal is to limit the amount of high-quality neighborhood development in order to support the larger goal of conserving large amounts of permanent open space and habitat conservation. The framework of "the Pian" establishes a network of trail connections building off the existing trial network identified in the General Plan and Trail Implementation Plan and already in the built environment. It also proposes to improve the trail connections where there is a lack of connection and create unique walkable neighborhoods. A design feature of the plan is that every residence is within a 5- to 7- minute walk of the Deer Creek Greenway, Day Creek Trail and/or the central greenway' which all lead to the foothill trail network. It is important to note that trails will not only be designed and permitted where they don't impact permanent conservation or habitat mitigation property or any special species that are protected within those conservation areas. Within the Neighborhood Area parks are planned to be the living rooms of the neighborhood with the paseos providing shortcuts to neighborhood parks and smaller green spaces. Special community gathering spaces are also planned in the design to create unique spaces for farmers markets and seasonal activities. With so many active and passive open and gathering spaces for residents, this will discourage these activities in the foothill open spaces where they don't belong. It's anticipated that activities in the Rural open space areas in the RCA will be controlled activities limited to educational uses, hiking on designated trails and limited bike and equestrian access on designated trails (Section 4,2, Open Space Framework, page 72). ' The"central greenway"will be renamed by the community through additional engagement during the DER review period. D1—Pg 12 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRC2015-00751 EHNCP SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 24, 2019 Page 9 Within the Neighborhood Area there is a hierarchy of open spaces and parks including trails, trail heads, greenways, roundabout park, neighborhood parks, play fields, paseos, and a town square. The intent of the open space framework is that every place inside the planning area, including the streets as an extension of your living space to encourage an active healthy lifestyle. The goal of the plan is that every home is in within a 2-to 3-minute walk of a park or open space. NEXT STEPS: Following the review of the draft Specific Plan by the Planning Commission, staff will incorporate recommended edits made by the Commission and/or the public. The draft Specific Plan is substantially complete, staff may also continue to minimally refine and enhance it where necessary for content, clarity, and/or structure. In the meantime, staff will prepare a Director's Report for the Planning Commission's review and discussion of the draft Environmental Impact Report (EER). The review of the EIR is scheduled for the Planning Commission meeting on May 22, 2019. Shortly afterward, the EIR will be circulated for public review and comment. The public hearings for the EHNCP have not been scheduled at this time. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact of the plan preparation is expected to be neutral as the City can recover costs of preparing the plan through a specific plan maintenance fee paid for by the future development of the area. Additionally, there will be further analysis of project impacts through a Fiscal Impact Analysis and Feasibility Study prepared as part of the overall EHNCP proposal. COUNCIL GOAL(S) ADDRESSED: The City Council established the long-term objective for the entire 6,000-acre Sphere of Influence area to identify development, mitigation, preservation, and annexation potential. The EHNCP is being prepared to address this goal for 4,088 acres within the City's Sphere of Influence. EXHIBITS: Exhibit A — Site Map Exhibit B — May 16, 2018 City Council Staff Report Exhibit C — Draft Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan (EHNCP) Specific Plan (under separate cover) D1—Pg 13 r CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER 7:00pm Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Chairman Guglielmo _X_ Vice Chairman Wimberly X� Commissioner Dopp X Commissioner Munoz X� Commissioner Oaxaca X! Additional Staff Present. Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney,Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner; Vince Acuna, Associate Planner; Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer; Valerie Victorino. Executive Assistant; Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Matt Burris, Deputy City Manager/Economic & Community Development_ Jennifer Camacho-Curtis, Communications and Marketing Officer, City Manager's Office. B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Historic Preservation Commission or Planning Commission on any item listed or not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the Commission from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Commission may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair,depending upon the number of individual members of the audience.This is a professional business meeting and courtesy and decorum are expected. Please refrain from any debate between audience and speaker, making loud noises or engaging in any activity which might be disruptive to the decorum of the meeting. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public communications. Gwyn Frost and Luana Hernandez spoke to the Historical Preservation Commission to note all of the historical landmarks within each of the Council Districts. District 4 this evening included the following landmarks; Etiwanda Railway Station (Depot), Chaffey isle House George Edgar Frost House and Norton Fisher House. EXHIBIT Page 1 of 9 B Dl—Pg 14 r CITY . ♦ . CUCAMONGA APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ms. Hernandez added that the current Grapevine Community Services Recreation Guide features many of the historic areas and buildings within the City on the cover_ She added that she would like a new brochure on the City Historic Landmarks to be published and placed in hotels and local businesses. Deborah Allen, with the City Manager's Office, invited all the Commissioners to the Health Equity Summit that the City is sponsoring on May 71" at Central Park, Chairman Guglielmo closed public communications C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They will be acted upon by the Commission at one time without discussion.Any item may be removed for discussion. C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2019 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0-0 to adopt the minutes D. DIRECTOR'S STAFF REPORTS The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. D1. DIRECTORS REPORT OF THE CITY'S 6-MONTH REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MODIFICATION DRC2018-00471 - GOLDEN PROPERTY LLC FOR LAZY DOG RESTAURANTS, LLC - at an existing restaurant located within the Industrial Park {IP} District, Industrial Commercial Overlay located at 11560 4th Street; APN: 0229-411-04. Vince Acuna, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and Power Point presentation (copy on file). No public comments. Page 2 of 9 D1-Pg 15 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA APRIL 24, 2419 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Guglielmo asked if they needed to return again in another ti months Mr_ Acuna stated that it was not required and that they only were only required to return back to the Commission once for review. Report was received and filed_ D2. REVIEW OF THE ETIWANDA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD AND CONSERVATION SPECIFIC PLAN (EHNCP)- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Matt Burris, Deputy City Manager, started the Power Point presentation (copy on file) with the history of the plan_ Jennifer Camacho-Curtis spoke regarding the surveys that have been conducted and community outreach. Mr_ Burris continued with the power point explaining the plan including the six Guiding Principles. Albert Espinoza stated that the street network will be using regular streets but will also have roundabouts to keep the rural feel to the project Mike Smith talked about the neighborhood concept with the sizes of the homes within each neighborhood. Anthony_ a resident in the area, noted previous attempts of land use regulation by government entities. Don Michevich, a local owner. noted changes in this presentation from the community outreach events, He had concerns about traffic. Mark Gibboney, a resident, stated that he just wanted conservation with no commercial involvement. Karen Ruby, living in Deer Creek Estates, is concerned about on-street parking and requesting no commercial development_ Page 3 of 9 D1-Pg 16 CITY OF RANCHO ` • 1 . , APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Beau Kimberly, a resident, is concerned about property and development rights. Wants circulation direction for the northern portion of the land. Kevin Hernandez, an adjacent property owner had concern that many do not know what is happening. He expressed additional concern about mixed use and elevations. Mark Harris_ Deer Creek resident, wants to ensure the open space and his view, Commissioner Munoz thanked all who attended with their opinions, He encouraged everyone to work with staff in regard to exact questions they might have. He stated that outreach over the last 2 years gave the public significant chances to express their opinions. He noted that the City has community-based vision in regard to this excess land from the County of San Bernardino. He noted that this complete and comprehensive reflective plan to be used as a guide for all future development and that he City has an opportunity to improve this area_ Commissioner Wimberly thanked staff and residents and concurred with Commissioner Munoz, Commissioner Oaxaca also thanked staff and residents, He stated that this was an ongoing process for the community to provide input on this plan_ Concerns of the property owners in the northern area should be taken into account. He added that additional opportunities will continue for input including the EIR in the future, Conservation is a major part of this plan but it is not free and could deteriorate without protection_ Commissioner Dopp thanked everyone in attendance and City staff for the detailed report. He noted that it is the obligation of the residents to become informed and be involved_ The conservation area preservation is important. He asked staff to further explain the TDR process. He also asked about the management of the plan in the next 95-20-30 years, Mr. Burris noted that we have additional experts present to answer those questions Commissioner Dopp noted that there is demand for some commercial development, including a grocery store, north of the 290 freeway, He noted that this plan has incorporated a unique sense of place. Chairman Guglielmo would like the enhancement of the trails and access areas including parking for them, Page 4 of 9 D1—Pg 17 CITY OF RANCHO a • a • a APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Burris responded to several questions including that multi family and mixed use are different uses and gave their descriptions. He noted the extent of the public outreach. The land use regarding the adjoining the Deer Creek residential area was also discussed. John Baucke with New Urban Realty Advisors, spoke explaining the Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program Mr. Burris stated that tentatively the next meeting will be on May 22, 2019 for the draft EIR. After public communication was heard, the plan was received and filed Chairman Guglielmo called a recess of the meeting at 9:33pm_ Chairman Guglielmo reconvened the meeting at 9:39pm, E. PUBLIC HEARINGS/PLANNING COMMISSION The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by law. The Chairman will open the public hearing to receive testimony. All such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual or less as determined by the Chairman. Please sign in after speaking. E1. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2018-00605, Planned Community Amendment DRC2019-00232, Master Plan Amendment DRC2019-00231, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2019-00230 —CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA—A request to amend Title 17 of the Municipal Code, the Victoria Community Plan, the Town Square Master Plan, the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, the Etiwanda Specific Plan and the Empire Lakes Specific Plan to amend requirements and standards for the development of Hotels. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15061(b)(3). This item will be forwarded to City Council for final action. CONTINUED FROM APRIL 10, 2019. Page 5 of 9 D1—Pg 18 CITY . A • CUCAMONGA low.,W W APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and Power Point presentation (copy on file). Commissioner Oaxaca thanked staff for the additional information and continuing to work with the hotel community, Commissioner Dopp asked about the safety standards to prevent possible criminal activity. Ms. Nakamura stated that the overall design is compatible with safety standards from the police department. Commissioner Dopp asked for clarification of the amenities that the City would require, Ms. Nakamura has started an expanded list of amenities and will include them in the final ordinance, Chairman Guglrelmo opened the public hearing, Brandon Feighner with CBRE Hotels, thanked the Commission for coming back with this meeting, He indicated most of the requirements of the ordinance should already be in place, Don Cape with Theraldsen Hospitality, stated that he had concerns about the staff report details. Richard Garcia, Director of Operations with Theraldsen Hospitality, stated that they had a downturn in bed occupancies this winter which affected the industry due to rain and the government shutdown. Gary Theraldsen, with Theraldsen Hotels, stated that they build quality hotels that last 40 to 50 years, Chairman Guglrelmo closed the public hearing. Commissioner Munoz noted that there was not much different and still holds the position to approve the recommendation with Commissioner Wimberly concurring_ Commissioner Oaxaca stated that the proposal was necessary and was glad to hear that confirmation from the hotel industry stated by those present- Page 6 of 9 resent_Page6of9 D1-Pg 19 r CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA rr APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ms. Nakamura stated that the primary goal is a good balance within the City with many choices, Commissioner Oaxaca stated that there are differences in amenities within hotels. Ms. Nakamura stated that the option is available that would have staff provide an amended list of amenities and reduce maximum occupancy from 75 to 72 percent before going before the City Council. Commissioner Dopp noted that demand and supply of land availability for hotels is limited. Extended Stay Plus would be acceptable and to continue to push for better design and not have cookie cutter buildings. Chairman Guglielmo thanked staff for the enhanced report and for the Theraldsen team here tonight. Ms. Nakamura noted the options added with modifying the minimum occupancy rate and permiting Extended Stay Hotels in all zones with staff and Planning Commission review required and including required amenities. Mr, Ghirelli clarified the prohibition on Extended Stay Hotels was removed and would include additional required amenities. Minor typo in the resolution was noted and will be corrected, Moved by Munoz, seconded by Oaxaca.-carried 5-0,0 as amended. F. COMMISSION BUSINEWHISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER-AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None Page 7 of 9 D1-Pg 20 r CITY . RANCHO CUCAMONGA. L APRIL 24, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA G. ADJOURNMENT 10:32pm I, Valerie Victorino, Executive Assistant of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on April 18, 2019 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting,please contact the Planning Department at(909)477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. Jim INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission encourages free expression of all points of view. 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Page 9 of 9 D1-Pg 22 NOTICE O1:' AVAILABILITY Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan Draft En-s-ironmentai Impact Report (Draft EIR) SCII NO. 2017091027 RANCHO 1pril 29, 2019 CUCAMONGA Project Title: I-.,iwanda I leigrlt, \eighbothood and Conservation flan Lead .kf;ellcy: City of Rancho Cucanionga Platlnin�� Department 10500 Cix-ic Center-Drive Italncilo CLICalnitlllca. Cillitornirl 917-30 Contact: Candyce Burnett, Cit;_ Planner Project Location: Ranclta C LICanuln,,a and Unincorporated San Bernardino Co. County: San Bernardino Project Location - Specific: The I'.ti«anda Ifeights \-Cighborhood rind Conservation Plan (HINUP) Area (Plan Area is located alone the]northeastern ed(re of[lie City at the have of the San Gabriel \lonntains. I he site k located west of State Route 15 (SR-1�).north of State Route 210 (SR-210). south of the San Gabriel Mountains, r111d 110011 01' existing, 1'e,IdCElthd lielgllborlio ck in the City of Rancho C ucamon(Ta (City'). The Plan Area lllVILKICi tile 4..393, which coluist, of the 3.176-acre Upper Koid and 1,217-acre Lower Band ureas. Approximately 30ti acre; located in the western edue and southeast corner of the Plan Area are currently n ithin the City.and the remaining 4.088 acres consists of unincorporated area in the('ounty-of San Bernardino(C OL111t)')Withill the City's Sphere of Influence(S01)). Description of the Project: The LI I\C'P Project would include the annexation of ale portions lit the Plan Areas nut currently within the City and the adoption of the l;[li1CP aai a Specific Plall pinsuant to Sections 65450 through 654-57 of the Cahfomia Government Code of the 1;1 INCP to create a framework to protide for the conservation of additional open space in the RCA and development in the ISA.The L'1INCP is organized into seven chapters as described below. C ira ter 1_-:fileylakin{, of the Plait discusses the Circnmstallcei learning to the preparation of the Plan, the process by which analysis.public enaa_elll4ilt,planning and conceptual design work led to till', coniiminitr'-based vision for this area. the guiding principles and Vision for a plain that balances ale conseR'ation and netullborhood development based oil the con-imunity input received. Chapter 2—Setting and Context addresses the reuional and local context,along with the plivsisal.environmental, and regulatory settin+,,of the Plan Area. Chapter 3 --Consen ation Plan provides an overview and vision of the conservation plan for the RCA. Chapter 4—Neighborhood Plan provides an oven-iew of the physical plan for the new neighborhoods proposed in the NA,based oil the community input. Chapter_5 — Develo ment Standards and Design Guidelines contains the development regulations and neighborhood-design standards developed to create the desired design character as the lie"-planned neighborhoods are developed over time. Standards for slew development are integrated with public realm deiign standards to ensure varied and harmonious streetscapes and frontages that define public spaces. Chapter G—Infrastructure and Public Sen ices addresses the improvement and the extension of existing infrastructure and public services with a focus on the provision of infrastructure and services within the NA by identifying the"-backbone" infrastructure needed to stippoil the proposed development within the NA as required by the City of Rancho Cucamonga NlUnicipal Code, Chapter 7 -- Implementation outlines strategies and procedures to facilitate development of the Plan in a collaborative and organized manner. Specifically, this Chapter includes a discussion of ov'er'all phasiIlg. a Conservation strategy, financing mechanisms,procedural steps for implementing the Plan,and implementation actions. Significant Effects Discussed in the Draft EIR: The Draft EIR addresses the proposed project's impacts associated with aesthetics, air quality,biological resources,cultural and tribal cultural resources,energy,geology and soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, Iand use and planning, mineral resources, noise, population and housing, public services and recreation, transportation and traffic, and utilities and service systems. Other environmental topics were circulated with the Notice of Preparation. With incorporation of identified regulatory requirements and project design features into the project, and implementation of identified project-specific mitigation (for EXHIBIT C D1—Pg 23 potentially significant project impiwts),potential impacts►►ould be legis than significant,with the exception of the following: air quality, biological resources, greenhouse gas emission~, mineral resources, population and huutiing, and transportation and trat'fic, These* impacts ►►ould be significant and unavoidable and would rcgtiire adoption ol'a Statement of0%erriding Considerations should the City choose to approve the proposed project, Address Where Copt- of the Draft EIR is Available (Electronic Copy provided at III ►%►N.cit)oft.c.u5il:ti►►andaIIvighl..; The Draft Flit is available tier public review at the: • Cite of Rancho Cucamonga Planning . Biane Library Department 12505 Cultural tenter DriVe 10500 Ci►-ic Center DriVe Italtc110(.11canl011ga,CA 9173(} Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (909)477-2750 (909)477-2720 f lours: 7:(}0 AM to 6:00 PM Mond;ty Flours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through through Thursday Thursday 10:00 ANI to 6:00 I'M Friday • Archibald Library 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday 7368 Archibald Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909)477-2720 Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 I'M Monday through Thursday 12'00 I'M to 6:00 Pel 17rid�ty 10.00 AM to 5:00 I'M Saturday 1:00 PM to 5:00 I'-IvI Sunday Public Review Period: The Draft EIR is being circulated fora minimum 45-day review period,which will commence on April 29, 2019 and conclude on June 14, 2019. Due to the time limits mandated by State Law,your comments must be received at the earliest date, but not later than June 14,2019. Please send your continents to Ms, Candyce Burnett, City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department. 10500 Civir Center Urine, Rancho Cucamonga,CA 91730, Nis. Burnett may be reached by plione at(909)477-2750, or via e-mail at C-and%ce-BurnOt a citvofrc.us. Public hearing: Written and oral comments regarding the Draft );IR may also be submitted at public hearings that.►'ill be held before the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission and City Council, The date, time, and place of future public hearings will be appropriately notified per City and CEQA requirements. Copies of all relevant material, including lite project specifications, the Draft EIR, and supporting documents, are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department, located at the addresses stated above. Hazardous Materials Statement: The project site is not listed on any list of hazardous waste sites prepared pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. D1—Pg 24