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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHPC/PC Minutes 2017PC/PC Minutes 2017 THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA THE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 25, 2017 - 7:00 PM Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California Pledge of Allegiance 7.18 PM Roll Call I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias X Munoz X Wimberly A Fletcher _X Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer; Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary IF- II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Historic Preservation Commission, or the Planning Commission on any item listed or not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the Historic Preservation Commission or the Planning Commission from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Historic Preservation Commission or the Planning Commission may receive testimony and set the matter fora 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 individuals desiring to speak. All communications are to be addressed directly to the Historic Preservation Commission or Planning Commission, not to the 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. Luana Hernandez, Vice President, Route 66 IECA reported the roof of the Chinatown House is failing. She asked staff to contact CVWD. She said the historical group wants it preserved as a Item C -1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES C o JAN UARY 25, 2017 Page 2 historical landmark. She also asked what happened to the memorial at the fire station on Amethyst. Candyce Burnett, City Planner said she received an update today. She said the plaques were stolen. There is a group working on fundraising to replace them. In the meantime a Boy Scout is cleaning and restoring what is remaining. Chairman Oaxaca said staff could provide an update on the Chinatown structure. III. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNLNG COMMISSION A. Consideration and approval of Regular Meeting minutes dated November 9, 2016 B. Consideration and approval of Regular Meeting minutes dated December 14, 2016 C. Consideration and approval of Adjourned (Workshop) minutes dated December 14, 2016 Commissioner Munoz abstained from Item A. Commissioner Macias abstained from Items B&C. Commissioner Fletcher moved approval and Chairman Oaxaca seconded the motion. The motion passed to adopt Items A, B and C (Wimberly absent). IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS/PLANNING COMMISSION -11 The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required bylaw. The Chairman will open the public hearing to receive testimony. All such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual for each project. Please sign in after speaking. D. TIME EXTENSION DRC2016-01009 - WSI HIGHLAND INVESTMENTS, LLC - A request for a 1-year time extension for Tentative Tract Map 14749 that was previously approved to subdivide 168.77 acres into 269 residential lots located in the Low (L) Residential District and Flood Control (FC) District within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Etiwanda Avenue —APNs: 1087-081-04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09 & 14. Related Files: Annexation DRC2003-01051, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2003- 00409, General Plan Amendment DRC2003-00410 and Development Agreement DRC2003-00411. Staff finds the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified by the City Council on June 21, 2004, (State Clearinghouse #2003081085) by Resolution 04-240 and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in the Environmental Impact Report. Item C —2 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO JANUARY 25, 2017. CUCAMONGA Page 3 Dominic Perez, Associate Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation. He noted one page of the report may have been eliminated from some of the agenda packets and has been placed before the Commissioners. He said the applicants could be allowed 3 more extensions if they need it. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. John Schafer, representing the applicants stated he agrees with the conditions. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent) to adopt the Resolution approving the Time Extension. E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19683 - BRUCE KARISH - A request to subdivide a 5.26 acre site into 3 parcels in the General Industrial (GI) District, located at the northeast corner of Sixth Street and Center Avenue - APN: 0209-262-25. Related Files: Design Review DRC2016-00268. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. F. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00268 - BRUCE KARISH - A request for site plan and architectural review of a three (3) building industrial complex on 5.26 acres of land in the General Industrial (GI) District, located at the northeast corner of Sixth Street and Center Avenue - APN: 0209-262-25. Related Files: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19683. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner gave the Powerpoint presentation and staff report. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and hearing and seeing no comment, closed the public hearing. Bruce Karish stated he is the project architect and had no further comment. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the building is for lease. He asked if. the 4-unit building would be subdivided and sold. Mr. Karish indicated the 4-unit part of the development is part of a family trust and therefore is unlikely to be sold. Moved by, Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent) to adopt the Resolution approving the Tentative Parcel Map and Design Review. G. REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2017-00031 - SAMIR LAKKEES -A request by the applicant to revoke Conditional Use Permit 97-23, approved on December Item C —3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO JANUARY 25, 2017 CUCAMONGA Page 4 10, 1997 through Planning Commission Resolution No. 97-67, for a request to establish a night club and sports bar, including entertainment, D.J. music, dancing, satellite television, amusement devices (pool table, dart boards) and on -site consumption of alcoholic beverages within an existing 7,930 square foot building in the Mixed Use (MU) District, on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Hermosa Avenue, located at 10134 Foothill Boulevard -- APN: 1077-601-14. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave staff report and Powerpoint presentation. He said this is an unusual request due to a performance bond remaining on the site. The revocation allows for the Improvement Agreements and bond to be released so that the sale of the property can be completed to allow for new development to take place. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and hearing and seeing no comment, closed the public hearing. Eddie Lakkees stated he is representing the family interests of the named property. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Macias, carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent) to adopt the Resolution revoking the Conditional Use Permit. H. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00522 - PHELAN DEVELOPMENT - The proposed development of a 102,530 square foot building on 4.78 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District, located at the northwest corner of Sixth Street and Hermosa Avenue; APN: 0209- 211-41. Related Files: Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00524. The Planning Department has determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 32 (CEQA Guidelines'Section 15332) exemption, which covers in -fill development projects. TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2016-00524 - PHELAN DEVELOPMENT - The request to remove twenty heritage trees associated with the proposed development of a 102,530 square foot building on 4.78 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District, located at the northwest corner of Sixth Street and Hermosa Avenue; APN: 0209-211-41. Related Files: Design Review DRC2016-00522. The Planning Department has determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 32 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15332) exemption, which covers in -fill development projects. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner gave the report and Powerpoint presentation. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and hearing and seeing no comment, closed the public hearing. It was also noted the applicant was not present. Moved by Macias, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent) to adopt the Item C -4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION .COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO JAN UARY 25, 2017 CUCAMONGA Page 5 Resolution approving the Design Review and Tree Removal Permit. V. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES. K. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairman Oaxaca thanked staff for making all the arrangements for the Planning Commissioners Academy being held by the League in March. VI. ADJOURNMENT 7:55 PM 1, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on January 19; 2017, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. 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 Item C —5 inHISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA R,�vcHo JANUARY 25, 2017 CiFCAMONGA Page 6 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 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 $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us.- Item C —6 CIT1Y GG1�F RANCN4 CU�AMOi�GA tt mar. - FEBRUARY 8, 20,17 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher A Excused/medical Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly X Additional staff present: Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer 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 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 individuals embers of the audience. This is a professional businessmeeting 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. None 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 Planning Commission at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed by a Commissioner for discussion. C1. Consideration and approval of Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 25, 2017 Moved by Munoz seconded by Macias carried 3-0-1-1 (Fletcher absent, Wimberly abstain) to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 25, 2017. Page 1 of 6 Item C1-1 CITA C)_F MT0-10 C�? C FEBRUARY 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D. 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. D1. TIME EXTENSION DRC2016-00960 — JAIME CAMPOS — A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved 3-lot Tentative Parcel Map (SUBTPM18626) located at the southeast corner of Lemon Avenue and -Day Lily Court at 9923 Lemon Avenue — APN:0201-902=16. Planning Department staff has determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 15 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15315) exemption, which covers minor land division of four or fewer parcels. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Jaime Campos, the applicant, had nothing to add. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4=04 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Time Extension DRC2016-00960. Because the items are related, D2-D6 were heard concurrently. D2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT19918 — RC1 HOMES — A request to subdivide 1.01 acres of land for condominium purposes related to the site plan and architectural review of a proposed 8-unit multi -family development in the Low Medium (LM) District (4 to 8 dwelling units per acre) located at the southwest corner of 6th Street and Hellman Avenue; APN: 0210-341-74; Related Files: Design Review DRC2014- 00732, Minor Exception DRC2016-00657, Minor Exception DRC2016-00658 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2015-00310. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Page 2 of 6 Item C1-2 ,I CITiY �� Ra�c�4l��car�o�N�r� FEBRUARY 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2014-00732 - RC1 HOMES - A request for site plan and architectural review of a proposed 8-unit multi -family development on a 1.01 acre parcel of land in the Low. Medium (LM) District (4 to 8 dwelling units per acre) located at the southwest corner of 6th Street and Hellman Avenue; APN: 0210-341-74; Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT19918, Minor Exception DRC2016-00657, Minor Exception DRC2016-00658 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2015-00310. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. D4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2016-00657- RC1 HOMES - A request to reduce the required street side setbacks by up to 10 percent related to the site plan and architectural review of a proposed 8-unit multi -family development on a 1.01 acre parcel of land in the Low Medium (LM) District (4 to 8 dwelling units per acre) located at the southwest corner of 6th Street and Hellman Avenue; APN: 0210-341-74; Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT19918, Design Review DRC2014-00732, Minor Exception DRC2016-00658 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2015-00310. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. D5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2016-00658- RC1 HOMES - A request to increase the maximum permitted line wall height by up to 2 feet related to the site plan and architectural review of a proposed 8-unit multi -family development on a 1.01 acre parcel of land in the Low Medium (LM) District (4 to 8 dwelling units per acre) located at the southwest corner of 6th Street and Hellman Avenue; APN: 0210-341-74; Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT19918, Design Review DRC2014-00732, Minor Exception DRC2016-00657 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2015-00310. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. D6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2015-00310 - RC1 HOMES - A request to remove 2 trees related to the site plan and architectural review of a proposed 8-unit multi -family development on a 1.01 acre parcel of land in the Low Medium (LM) District (4 to 8 dwelling units per acre) located at the southwest corner of 6th Street and Hellman Avenue; APN: 0210-341-74; Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT19918, Design Review DRC2014-00732, Minor Exception DRC2016-00657 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00658. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation. He noted modified language added to the CEQA section of the Resolutions of approval pertinent to the Tract Map and Design Review found in Section 4b of those resolutions. He said the change is a result of a letter received from South Coast Air Quality Management Page 3 of 6 Item C1-3 CIi�iY O_F RANCHO C�CM NGTA FEBRUARY 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA District dated February 7, 2017. He noted the revised language in Condition #10 of the Air Quality section actually strengthens the mitigation measures already in place. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing not no public comment, he closed the public hearing. Mike McDonald, representing the applicant said Mr. van der Zwaag was great to work with. Moved by Macias, seconded by Wimberly to adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT19918, Design Review DRC2014-00732, Minor Exception DRC2016- 00657, Minor Exception DRC2016-00658 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2015-00310. The Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts was adopted as amended with the strengthened Air Quality condition #10. The stronger language is also reflected in the resolutions and Initial Study Parts Il and Ill. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: 'k Commissioner Munoz reported on the discussion held at the January 20th meeting of the League of California Cities regarding challenges for funding transportation related infrastructure. He offered the following talking points of the discussion: • Comprehensive transportation reform and funding package is needed • Basic repair and maintenance can no longer be ignored • Gas tax (one revenue source for infrastructure)remains unchanged since 1994 and revenue from it has fallen due to more efficient vehicles • Residents expect well -maintained roads -current condition is dangerous/new funding needed • A $6 billion proposal would create 500, 000+ jobs, stimulate the economy and make roads safe. • Commissioner Munoz reported that similar transportation funding proposals SB 1 and AB 1 have been introduced with an approximate $6 billion annual with about $2.2 billion going to local streets and roads. • The proposals offer opportunity for all sides to negotiate before sending a package to the Governor • The League continues to help advance the discussion and acknowledges the work needed to ga. the 213 vote in each legislative chamber Page 4 of 6 Item C1-4 Fam CITM- F1 RANCHt� CUCAMNGA FEBRUARY 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS. 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA • The League will provide cities the tools needed to advocate when the legislature is closer to reaching a deal. Chairman Oaxaca noted that the issue of transportation funding has been on the table for years and that much of the needed work is deferred maintenance that just gets worse from year to year- it becomes harder to resolve and more expensive as time goes by.. Commissioner Munoz responded noted the PCI (pavement condition index) average for our roads is at 65 (an at risk level) COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioner Wimberly announced the upcoming VIP "Sneak Peak" of the new 2nd floor at the Library at 5:30 PM, February 16. F. ADJOURNMENT 7:25 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Thursday, February 02, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /S/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 5 of 6 Item C1-5 Riit YED RANCHU C 1G M4NGTA� FEBRUARY 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 focated 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 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 $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 6 of 6 Item C1-6 FEBRUARY 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. -CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias _X Commissioner Fletcher A_ Excused Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly X_ 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 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 individuals embers 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. None 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 by a Member for discussion. C1. Consideration to Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 8, 2017 -Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) Page 1 of 5 Item C1-1 41 { . �.. �. : — _•-_� � � _ A� � ?`to- ���a r.��,, �'r '�'r�„�j�'F �;���Ts'�"�a ' '�.�" _ �' _. FEBRUARY 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D. 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 for each project. Please sign in after speaking D1. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00028 - ANDREASEN ENGINEERING, INC. - A'request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved 7 lot Tentative Tract Map (SUBTT18210) on 4.89 acres of land in the Very Low (VL) District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan on the south side of Banyan Street between Greenwood Place and Laurel Blossom Place; APN: 0225- 171-04. On March 28, 2007, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18210. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to the projects within the scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner presented the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment closed the public hearing. Mr. van der Zwaag indicated the applicant not in attendance for comment. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Resolution approving Time Extension DRC2017-00028. D2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00466 — OAKMONT INDUSTRIAL GROUP - A review of a proposal to construct one (1) concrete tilt -up warehouse building totaling approximately 215,600 square feet on a property comprised of three (3) parcels with a combined area of 413,853 square feet (9.5 acres) which is currently developed with small temporary structures, partially paved and used as a storage yard in the General Industrial (GI) District located along Hickory Avenue, south of Arrow Route; APNs: 0229-171-01, 0229-181-03, and 0229-181-1. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file). She noted several items related to the project have been placed before the Commissioners on the dais: a letter from the Native American Heritage Commission which provides information about AB 52 (staff indicated we have fully complied and mitigation measures are in place), a letter from the SCAQMD regarding the air quality study methodology used. In response to Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney, the AQMD subsequently stated that even if the correct modeling had been used, the result would have not changed significantly and they offered no further comment. It was also noted the standard conditions for the project are now attached to the resolution of approval. Page 2 of 5 Item C1-2 FEBRUARY 22, 2017 . HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE: RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA John Atwell representing the applicants said Ms. Cavazos did a great job and they appreciated her assistance. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no. comment, closed the public hearing. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Macias, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Resolution approving Design Review DRC2016-00466 with the standard conditions noted by staff and to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts. D3. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AMENDMENT DRC2017-00101 — 7418 ARCHIBALD, LLC - An amendment to Development Agreement DRC2014-00610 between the City of Rancho Cucamonga .and 7418 Archibald, LLC, to remove a statement providing for subordination of the Development Agreement to deeds of trust or liens securing financing of the project and ancillary modifications, for the purpose of providing a senior housing project in accordance with the Senior Housing Overlay Zoning District (SHOZD), which includes the development of a 24,641 square foot, 60-unit, senior apartment complex on 2.25 acres of land located on the west side of Archibald Avenue, south of Base Line Road; APN: 620803158. The City Council adopted a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for this project on June 3, 2015. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review of Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. This item will be forwarded . to the City Council for final action. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Moved by Macias, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Resolution recommending approval of Development Agreement Amendment DRC2017-00101 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None Page 3 of 5 Item C1-3 FEBRUARY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None F. ADJOURNMENT 7: 24 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Thursday, February 16, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. lsl Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 officiz public record. Page 4 of 5 Item C1-4 FEBRUARY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 5 of 5 Item C1-5 ciTYaF Ra�cHQcuc�a�o��a .y MARCH 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING. COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias _X_ Commissioner Fletcher A Excused Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly . X_ Additional Staff Present. Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Maricela Marroquin, Assistant City Attorney; Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner 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 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 individuals embers 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. Nancy Bracken, said she resides in the condos on the northwest corner of Church Street and Haven Avenue and is also President of the HOA of the Alacante Condos. She offered support of the project on behalf of her HOA. She said it would be an asset to the City, a needed service, good for the community, a beautiful development, and may also increase their property values. 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. Page 1 of 6 Cl-Pgl w CITY OF RANCHO CU AA`K4 N' MARCH 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA C1. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to approve the minutes dated February 22, 2017 D. 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. D1. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00593 - RANCHO CUCAMONGA SENIOR LIVING - A review of the site plan and architecture for a proposed 92-unit Residential Care Facility on a vacant parcel of 3.36 acres in the Mixed Use (MU) District located on the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Church Street; APN: 1077-881-13. This project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15332 - In - fill Development Projects. Related files: Pre -Application Review DRC2015-00466 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00594. D2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2016-00594 - RANCHO CUCAMONGA SENIOR LIVING - A review of a request to operate a 92-unit Residential Care Facility on a vacant parcel of 3.36 acres in the Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Church Street; APN: 1077-881-13. This project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15332 - In -fill Development Projects. Related files: Pre -Application Review DRC2015-00466 and Design Review DRC2016-00593. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Page 2 of 6 C1-Pg2 CITY OF RANI HOW, f MARCH 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. He noted Ms. Bracken's comments during the public comment section. Seeing and hearing no further comment he closed the public hearing. Tom Koss, the applicant, said he is a manager of B.I.D.T. Development, LLC. He spoke of how his vision for this project changed over time. He said they learned at the Commission Workshop that the 360 degree architecture perspective was very important. He thanked everyone for their input and for the help to bring a good project forward. He said they desire to create harmony and be a good neighbor. He acknowledged Candyce Burnett, Tabe van der Zwaag and Nikki Cavazos for their guidance and nurture through the process. He said the project became more gratifying than expected. He said they wanted to do better than those that preceded them and to be good listeners. Doug Pancake, the Architect, expressed his thanks. Ian Ellis of Parkside Group said he has done many projects in other cities but said the -experience here is top notch, a smooth process and cooperative. He said staff did a great job. He said they are excited about the development and quality is important to . them. He said this is not a flip — they have a long term investment in this project. Chairman Oaxaca noted the earlier mix of unit types and inquired as to why there was a switch. He said before there was more focus on studio units and now there are more 1 bedroom units. Mr. Koss said the earlier proposal had a higher unit count overall. He said they felt it was inconsistent with that corner, the eventual buildout of the area and impacts to neighbors -it felt like too much. He said they decided to create units with flexibility that. are more spacious for market differentiation and a more gratifying environment for the residents. Commissioner Macias offered support. Commissioner Wimberly said he was at DRC and thanked the applicant for working with staff to bring it all together. It should be outstanding. Page 3of6 C1—Pg3 Ll� • f W A Q - i 4' kEi ;y '.r,u 3N a1��xF � TS# � s . fi =� '� �}} � � � MARCH 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Munoz agreed and said he appreciates their work and for addressing their concerns expressed at the workshop. He said he appreciates them working with the neighborhood. He said the project will be jobs and it addresses a need we have for our seniors. Chairman Oaxaca noted that persistence pays off and said he appreciates the applicants' philosophy and personal investment in the project. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to approve Design Review DRC2016-00593 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00594 as presented. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz gave an update on the progress of SB 1 for transportation funding and noted it will go now to the Senate'Appropriations Committee before going to the Senate Floor. He thanked the City Council, Planning Director Candyce Burnett and staff for making it possible to attend the League of California Cities Planning Commissioner Academy. He thanked Ms. Burnett for securing Stefanos Polyzoides, the father of Modern Urbanism, to speak at last week's session regarding "Architecture of High Density" and her comments and information regarding dealing with the changes required to make changes in density effective. He also thanked staff for their work to make arrangements and their continued support of the Commission. He offered congratulations to Police Captain Danielle Boldt who was recently named Woman of the Year for the 40th Assembly District. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioner Wimberly noted how wonderful staff is and for the City Council for making training opportunities available. He said he spoke with other Commissioners from other cities who felt their effectiveness was minimized because of a lack of these types of training opportunities. He said our Commission is fortunate. Chairman Oaxaca said our commission was well represented by Commissioner Munoz' leadership role in the League, his contributions of time, expertise and his dramatic presentation at the conference. Page 4 of 6 C1-Pg4 CITY OF RAI�ICHOTC, 0O'N 9NE-AS MARCH 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC- CENTER DRIVE - RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA F. ADJOURNMENT 7:32 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or myr designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on March 2, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /s/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 beat the discretion of the Commission and the Planning Director. Page 5of6 C1-Pg5 C!'Y (►F RANCHO GUGA10DNGA MARCH 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION 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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 6 of 6 C1—Pg6 .:CITY OF RANC8 MeUCAMONGA MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. -CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher A Excused Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community Development; Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney, Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer; Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer, Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner, Associate Planner, Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary, Mike Smith, Senior Planner, • Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, Dat Tran, Assistant Planner Chairman Oaxaca announced that Item E6 would be moved to the top of the agenda and opened the floor to Candyce Burnett, .City Planner, to make a comment. Candyce Burnett, City Planner noted that several letters have been received in reference to Item E-6 of the agenda regarding Public Art. She asked to pull the item to allow an opportunity to meet with the specific groups to discuss the proposed Development Code Amendment. She said the item will be rescheduled on a future agenda approximately 30 days from now. The Commission offered no objection to pulling the item. 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 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 individuals embers 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. Page 1 of 9 Item C1-1 CITl� 4F RANCHf3 CUCANIONGA i 4 MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Dan Titus, a resident submitted a letter re: Item D 1 — The Sustainable Community Action Plan. He said he is confused regarding the process and said he was unaware of this meeting. He asked for the plan to be rejected pending further review for fiscal reasons, centrally planned economies and social justice, discriminatory policies re: "green businesses'; conservation rationings schemes for utilities, arbitrary GHG reduction goals and promotes high density, TOD's and Mixed Use Development. Carlos Rodriguez of the BIA Baldy View Chapter spoke regarding Item E6. He said they appreciate a 30-day period however, they requested 90 days. He said a fee is only one approach and there should be alternative options. He said the Chamber has not been engaged. He asked for a written response to the letter from the Building Industry Legal Defense Foundation. 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 approve Regular Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2017 carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) 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. Review of the Sustainable Community Action Plan Presentation by Fabian Villenas, Principal Management Analyst (copy on file). Candyce Burnett, City Planner said this was another partnering opportunity to develop additional planning documents to guide policies and this document will next be incorporated in our next General Plan Update and master circulation plans. She said it is not a project according to CEQA but a guiding policy document. She said it will be helpful when we are reviewing possible environmental impacts of development and how these goals and policies can offset those impacts. She said these plans will be implemented in the near future as goals Page 2 of 9 Item C1-2 CITY RANCHO CUCA.YM0 GA MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA and policies and then later into the goals and policies of the General Plan and then changes to the Development Code. Mr. Vallenas noted that staff will forward the plan to the City Council and is slated for the April 5th meeting date. Chairman Oaxaca asked with respect to emissions monitoring what would 'success' look like in metrics. He also asked if the plan will be revisited by staff to adjust or change in the future. Mr. Villenas said tools have been developed to track GHG reductions and in the next fiscal year they would like to budget money to develop ways to measure other parts of the plan as well. They have not determined what they would measure yet. He said there is community collaboration included and it is the City's desire to lead by example. He said the plan will likely be revisited with the next General Plan update and they will have an internal green team to monitor and update it as well. Commissioner Munoz commented for clarity and noted that many items contained in this plan are already in play in our community but this plan is a holistic manner of approach. Is said it is being done using grant funds at no cost to the City and not a lot of incremental costs. He said many things are already being done in this effort. He said there was a concern expressed about money, but there is none. Mr. Villenas confirmed Commissioner Munoz' statement and said this is form of reinforcement. Some things are new. He noted that although some items are in the plan, we are not necessarily going to do all of .them as they have to make financial sense and be feasible. They would be individually evaluated and approved. Commissioner Macias noted that this is a framework for policy more than a plan -this framework will help us implement policy in the General Plan and then used in the Development Code for developments that will adhere to the original goals. There are a lot of strategies that we would like to implement that would be cost effective and possibly save money for the taxpayer and developer. He said it is irrelevant as to what the Federal government does -we still have State requirements (CEQA, SCAG, etc) and this does not diminish what those documents already require us to do. He said we have positives to gain with this and he supports the spirit and intent. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Macias, to accept by Minute Action the Sustainable Community Action Plan and forward to the City Council carried 4-0-9 (Fletcher absent) Page 3of9 Item C1-3 CITkW FRANCHO CiiCAM4NGAma MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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. El. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19615 — RAYMOND WANG — A request to subdivide a 0.94-acre parcel of land into two parcels in the Very Low (VL) District and the Equestrian Overlay and Hillside Overlay Districts, located at the northeast corner of Almond Street and Almond Court - APN: 1074-041-01. Related files: Variance DRC2015-00177 Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2015-00177 — RAYMOND WANG — A request to reduce the required average parcel size related to the subdivision of a 0.94- acre parcel of land into two parcels in the Very Low (VL) District and the Equestrian Overlay and Hillside Overlay Districts, located at the northeast corner of Almond Street and Almond Court - APN: 1074-041-01. Related files: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19615. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the PowerPoint presentation and staff report (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and hearing no comment, closed - the public hearing. Robert Close with Monte Vista said it meets standards and flows with the neighborhood. He said they met with the neighbor to the north and he is also in support. Moved by Macias, seconded by Wimberly, to approve Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19615 and Variance DRC2015-00177 and adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for the project - carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) E3. . ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT DRC2016-00918 - PUNCH BOWL SOCIAL - A request for live entertainment at a new restaurant at the Victoria Gardens Lifestyle Center in the Mixed Use (MU) District of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan located at 12635 North Main Street - APN: 109053103. This project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Page 4 of 9 Item C1-4 CITY 4F RANCHO} eUCAM0NGA MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under Section 15301 as a Class 1 exemption - Existing Facilities. Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Before the Commission is a revised resolution and a revised Exhibit C which explains what their Guest Ambassadors are for. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no further comment, closed the public hearing. Steve Rawlings, representing the applicants agreed to all conditions and said he appreciates their consideration of the minor changes to the resolution. Commissioner Wimberly asked if this is the first of these in California. Mr. Rawlings said there is a location in Sacramento and in San Diego Ms. Nakamura said they expect a soft opening in May. Commissioner Wimberly said they should adhere to all security policies and advertising rules. He said how they advertise may affect who comes to the parking lot and your facility. Commissioner Munoz said it is a great new use, and good for Victoria Gardens. He said he is familiar with the location in Schaumberg, Illinois. Chairman Oaxaca said it is attractive and good for our demographics. . Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, to approve Entertainment Permit DRC2016-00918 as amended - carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) E4. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00294 - CARTER GROUP - A request for site plan and architectural review of an industrial building totaling 42,875 square feet on 1.9 acres of land located east of Hyssop Drive and south of 6th Street in the General Industrial (GI) District; APN: 0229-321-07. This project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15332 - In -Fill Development Projects. Dat Tran, Assistant Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing not comment closed the public hearing. Page 5 of 9 Item C1-5 CITY OF RANCHQ CUCAM4NGA ' MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Carter Redish, representing the applicants, agreed to the conditions and said he looks forward to moving forward with the development. Commissioner Munoz said they saw it at DRC and it seemed complete at that time and offered his support. Commissioner Wimberly said he liked the building materials. Commissioner Macias said it is a good design and offered his support. Chairman Oaxaca offered his support and thanked the applicant for working well with staff. Moved by Macias, seconded by Wimberly, to approve Design Review DRC2016-00294 - carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) E5. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2016-00906 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Title 17 (Development Code) of the Municipal Code to amend the land use description for the "Shooting Range" land use category to include ancillary retail sales of firearms. 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 the City Council for final action. Dat Tran, Assistant Planner gave the report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file). Commissioner Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Commissioner Macias noted Turners runs a legitimate business and a clean operation. Commissioner Munoz offered his support and said he looks forward to the new use. Commissioner Wimberly agreed. Chairman Oaxaca said he appreciates staff for working with Turners towards a customized solution. Page 6 of 9 Item C1-6 CITf RANCHCi Y oCUCAM 0NGA MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Moved by Munoz, seconded by Macias, to recommend approval of Development Code Amendment DRC2016-00906 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action - carried 4-0- 1 (Fletcher absent) E6. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2017-00177 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Title 17 of the Development Code to enact requirements and standards for art in public places. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15601(b)(3). This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Item moved to Section A Staff requested the item be pulled from the agenda to allow time for further review and it would be heard on a future date approximately 30 days from now. The request was made at the beginning of the meeting. No further discussion occurred. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None G. ADJOURNMENT 8:10 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on March 16, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /S/ Page 7 of 9 Item C1-7 §F,u C?F R1ONCHU @U-MODNGA ' MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga If you need special assistanceoraccommodationsto participate in this meeting, please contact the PlanningDepartment.at(909)477-2750. Notification of48 hours priorto the meetingvvill enable the Cityto make reasonable arrangements to ensure arraccihility lictPnina7r4p^virr-carp;:rjRii;:hlPfnrthFhaaringirnnairPr! 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 Planninc Department, City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. These document., 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. Page 8of9 Item C1-8 e ,. C■ITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA MARCH 22, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,662 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. Page 9 of 9 Item C1-9 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X The meeting was called to order at 7:13 PM Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly —X_ Other Staff Present: Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Maricela Marroquin, Attorney, Donald Granger, Senior Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Dat Tran, Assistant Planner. 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 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 individuals embers 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. Luana Hernandez, residing at 6797 Hellman Avenue said she is the VP of the Route 66 ICEA historic group. She announced their museum hours, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 a.m. to -3:00 pm. She announced a wine tasting on April 22"d at the Sycamore Inn as well as their annual car show on June 24' at the Sycamore Inn. She said the car show includes 150 cars and a nice lunch. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/ HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 6 Item C1-1 APRIL 12, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 approve regular meeting minutes dated March 22, 2017 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher abstain) to approve the minutes of March 22, 2017. D. 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. D1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00695 — RANCHO CUCAMONGA PROPERTIES, LLC - A request for site plan and architectural review of two industrial buildings totaling 150,003 square feet on two separate parcels totaling 7.52 acres of land, located north of 8th Street and west of Industrial Lane in the General Industrial (GI) District; APNs: 0209-032-28 & 0209- 032-29. Staff has a prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Dat Tran, Assistant Planner gave a brief staff report. It was noted that several letters had been received: 1) Department of Toxic Substances Control indicated more testing for toxic waste, pesticides, contaminate free imported soil and excavated soil should be done and/or mitigations added; 2) Native American Heritage Commission, indicated some technical sections of our environmental study Part II form was incomplete and 3) Moore Electric, Inc. sent a letter objecting to the proposal because of truck traffic (copies of all are on file). Because of the comments submitted by the Department of Toxic Substances Control, and upon consultation with our City Attorney, the environmental study is considered incomplete. Staff requested the item be continued to an unspecified date and will have to be re - advertised after the environmental documents are completed and recirculated. Mr. Tran confirmed that the applicant agreed to the continuance. Page 2 of 6 Item C1-2 `■ ■ _■ i- ■ IM' r V ■ ■ HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES .RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to continue the item to an unspecified date. D2. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION DRC2017-00071 - NASSEF ESKANDER FOR ALTA LOMA ANIMAL HOSPITAL - A request to modify. Design Review DRC2008-00909 by deleting a Condition of Approval in Planning Commission Resolution No. 14-05, that required an access easement on the subject property as part of the approval for the construction and operation of an animal hospital in the General Commercial (GC) located at 7289 Amethyst Avenue - APNs: 0202-161-10, -11, and -20. Related filer Design Review DRC2008-00909. The project qualifies as a Class 2 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 — Replacement or Reconstruction. Mike Smith, Senior Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Councilwoman Diane Williams stated she resides at 7251 Amethyst Avenue and noted the little house on the property has been vacant since January and is in poor condition with code enforcement issues. She asked the applicant to be a better neighbor as the condition of the house has become a concern to the neighbors. She offered support of the request to delete the condition requiring the access easement. She had no issue with the construction proposal. She suggested that before they move further they should ask the applicant to clean it up. Se provided photos of the house exterior littered with discarded furnishings and trash. Nassef Eskander, project architect, apologized about the condition of the house and said he would ask the tenant to clean it up. He said they intend to use the house as a construction office. Commissioner Fletcher asked for a commitment to clean it up within a week and agreed that if he was the neighbor, he too would be concerned. Mr. Eskander said he will contact the owner immediately and take care of it. A general discussion followed about the possibility of withholding a grading permit or begin code enforcement action until the area is cleaned up. Maricela Marroquin, Attorney, noted the only issue before the Commission is the proposal to delete the easement condition. She suggested the applicant simply work with staff to resolve the issue and Mr. Smith could report back to the Commission at the next meeting. Mike Smith, Senior Planner stated he would follow up on that commitment. Page 3 of 6 Item C1-3 APRIL 12, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Wimberly said he worked with the applicant on multiple occasions and he is glad to see this is finally moving forward. Commissioner Fletcher said he had no objection to the proposal as it was discussed before. He said the other property owner now may be limited with what he can do with the property with the lack of the easement condition but the access is sufficient. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of approval for Design Review Modification DRC2017-00071. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz reported on the ambitious plan pushed through last week by Governor Brown that will fund the repair of California's crumbling roads, highways and bridges. The main points are: e Raises the gas tax by 12 cents per gallon • Boosts diesel taxes by 20 cents per gallon • Creates a new annual fee on vehicle registration based on the value of the vehicle. He noted that it came at a high prices as fence -sitting lawmakers were promised $1 billion towards pet projects in exchange for their vote on the bill. Funding "arrangements" helped the governor and legislators break a 2-year Sacramento stalemate on transportation funding. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chairman Oaxaca welcomed back Commissioner Fletcher. Commissioner Fletcher said he attended the groundbreaking of the new Stater Bros. store and said a nice memorial tribute was given to their prior CEO, Jack Brown. He said at Design Review we asked them to incorporate winemaking history into the exterior and project area and the market will include a tribute to Jack Brown inside the building. He said he liked the new staff report format particularly the new sections about fiscal impacts and Council goals. Commissioner Munoz agreed. Page 4of6 Item C1-4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA G. ADJOURNMENT The Commission adjourned at 7:50 PM to a workshop held in the Rains Room to discuss Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00052. Those minutes appear separately. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on April 6, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /S/ Lois J. Schrader. Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 5 of 6 Item C1-5 AP RI L 12, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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. Page 6of6 Item C1-6 12, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _X_ The meeting was called to order at 7:55PM Other Staff Present: Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Rob Ball, Fire Marshall; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Planning Commission on any item 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 individuals embers 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. None C. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION Mike Smith, Senior Planner, noted that the applicant was not in attendance and therefore no presentation could be made. Staff requested the item be continued and rescheduled for an unspecified date. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 5-0 Page 1 of 3 Item C2-1 APRIL 12, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2017-00052 MVE+PARTNERS FOR HARRIS GROUP LP - A request for a Pre -Application Review of a proposed development consisting of a hotel of 6 floors and 150 rooms, an events center, offices, and restaurants with a combined floor area of about 145,500 square feet in the Mixed Use (MU) District, Haven Avenue Overlay District, located at the northwest corner of Haven Avenue and Civic Center Drive; APNs: 0208-331-40 and -47. D. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned at 8:00 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on April 6, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 th 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 Page 2 of 3 Item C2-2 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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. Page 3 of 3 Item C2-3 APRIL 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER I I � Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca _x_ Vice Chairman Macias x Commissioner Fletcher x Commissioner Munoz _x_ Commissioner Wimberly _x_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer, Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner 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 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 individuals embers 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. None 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 approve the regular meeting minutes of April 12, 2017 Page 1 of 7 Cl—Pgl V.�hJ'V YJ V�IIJ- • t ! !Jx x< r 1nk7x�Vt.,4ir�'°4. d@ yt" r a t e .a 's, a AP RI L 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA C2. Consideration to approve the workshop minutes of April 12, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to adopt the Cons' entl Calendar D. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS 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. A►ll such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual or less as determined by the Chairman. Please sign in after speaking. D1. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19497 — GEORGE BOTROS - A request to subdivide one (1) 42,630 square foot parcel of land into three (3) parcels of land in the Low (L) District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) located at the northeast corner of Base Line Road and Beryl Street; APN: 0202-241-24. The Planning Department Staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt as a Class 15 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15315 which covers minor land divisions. D2. MINOR DESIGN REVIEW DRC2013-00798 — GEORGE BOTROS — A request for site plan and architectural review of three (3) single-family residences that will be constructed in conjunction with a proposed subdivision (SUBTPM19497) of a 42,630 square foot parcel of land in the Low (L) District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) located at the northeast corner of Base Line Road and Beryl Street; APN: 0202-241-24. The Planning Department Staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt as a Class 3 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 which covers the construction of up to 3 single-family residences. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) Commissioner Fletcher asked for clarification as to the location of the tree noted as a concern. Mr. van der Zwaag said it straddles the property line. He suggested an open section in the wall to accommodate the tree. Chairman Oaxaca asked if the applicant is aware of all project conditions. Page 2 of 7 C1—Pg2 APRIL 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. van der Zwaag confirmed that he is. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Alan Clark, residing at 9128 Base Line Road, stated he satisfied about the solution for the tree. He said he is also concerned about an encroachment of his property and he has survey drawings that indicate the applicant's property line is 4 feet from his garage and is on his property. Commissioner Fletcher asked who is maintaining the property. Mr Clark indicated that it is mostly maintained by previous owners. Barbara Mc Carter, 7271 Beryl, said that she was told the wall was intentionally built inside the property line. She said she would lose 1 foot in back but the property line is 4 feet off the line from a prior survey. She also noted that when it rains, water pools 1 foot deep on her driveway. She said she is concerned her garage would flood if a solid wall is placed where the applicant wants to build it. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing and asked for staff to address the questions. Mr. van der Zwaag deferred to Troy Tryfonopoulos of Plump Engineering (the project engineer). Mr. Tryfonopoulos said the property has been surveyed and the property line has been established by the title for the property. He said with respect to the drainage; he would propose leaving openings in the wall to allow the water to drain off. Commissioner Fletcher asked how it would drain once the water hits the wall. Mr. Tryfonopoulos said they can transfer the water with pipes and elevate the pads for the homes. Chairman Oaxaca asked him if they reached out to the existing residents. Mr. Tryfonopoulos said they had a neighborhood meeting and both concerns were raised. He said he agreed to provide drainage and we can hire another surveyor to confirm the results. Page 3 of 7 C1—Pg3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked with respect to the survey, what is staffs responsibility when there is a dispute. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer, said our land surveyor reviewed the survey on file I with the title and he concurred the survey on the title is correct. He said If there is still a dispute with the neighbors they can hire another surveyor and re -confirm the results. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the old wall will have to be removed. Mr. van der Zwaag said the older wall will be removed and they must eliminate any double wall situations and if there is a dispute, it will be reviewed. Commissioner Munoz said it sounds like there is a path to resolve issues. He said the project looks good and the plotting works. He offered his support. Commissioner Wimberly concurred. He said he also reviewed the project at DRC and it looks appropriate. He said the applicant can work with staff and the neighbors to resolve. Commissioner Fletcher agreed and said that the dispute will be for the existing owners to prove. He said the applicant needs to make sure they don't create a future problem. !f something happens to the tree in the future he is not sure the how the liability would be shared. Commissioner Macias offered his support and noted the applicant did all the City required and if there are issues they need to pursue a solution with staff. Mr. van der Zwaag noted he was conferring with Mr. Espinoza and they determined that even if the wall moved 5 feet to the south and the other is moved there is still plenty of room to meet all the required setbacks. Chairman Oaxaca said asked the residents to connect with staff with their documentation to clarify the property lines. He said it is not uncommon to have differing lines and it can be resolved. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19497 and Minor Design Review DRC2013-00798 as presented. D3. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00249 - PACIFIC SUMMIT -FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved 8-lot Tentative Tract Map Page 4 of 7 C1—Pg4 . HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA (SUBTT16605) residential subdivision for condominium purposes on 21 acres of land in the Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and Pacific Electric Trail; APNs: 0207-101-13, 31, 34 & 41. Related Files: Time Extension DRC2015-01110. ' On April 12, 2006, a Mitigated Negative Declaration Hof environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract 16605. Per CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of the previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Richard Davidson (residing in the Red Hill area) asked if any major changes have been made to the proposal in recent months. He also noted that there is heavy traffic already coming out of the Red Hill development. Chairman Oaxaca said an application has not come to the Commission yet but he could check with planning staff. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Mr. Grahn noted the project area has expanded and includes the old Red Chief Motel site. He said the modified plan now indicates the development will have access to the west of the Sycamore Inn and it is the same applicant and because the proposal has expanded it will be brought back to the Commission and there will be another opportunity for the public to speak on the proposal again in the future. He said there also would be more neighborhood meetings and will also have to go to the City Council for final approval. He said there are currently 3 more possible extensions available. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Time Extension DRC2017-00249 as presented. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Page 5 of 7 C1—Pg5 S'sa's'..c APRIL 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Munoz updated the Commission regarding the transportation bill that passed and also thanked City Management for providing opportunities for our staff to have valuable face tir�►►e with the legislators. He noted there are about'2560 bills each year. He said one hot issue is affordable hdusing and how difficult that has become to address because of the loss of redevelopment funds and other factors. He said they are looking for ways to streamline affordable housing projects and for alternative ways to expand the tax base. He noted Senator Mike Morrel and Assemblyman Marc Steinorth both had issues with raising taxes. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mike Smith, Senior Planner updated the Commission regarding the project site of the Animal Hospital presented at the last meeting and the piled trash at the house of 7271 Amethyst Avenue. He reported tt site has been cleaned up and provided a picture evidencing that fact. G. ADJOURNMENT I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on April 20, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. 7.45 PM /LS/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 6 of 7 C1—Pg6 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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. Page 7 of 7 C1—Pg7 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca x Vice Chairman Macias x Commissioner Fletcher x Commissioner Munoz _x_ Commissioner Wimberly _x_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney,- Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Jennifer Palacios, Office Specialist ll; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Tabe van der Zwaag, 4ssociate Planner; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner 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 5 minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair, depending upon the number of individuals 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. Rebecca Davies representing the Rancho Cucamonga Library Foundation announced the Tour de Fork event underwritten by Victoria Gardens, with proceeds going to the Library Foundation and/or the Community Arts Foundation. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 12 Cl-Pgl MAY 10, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DATED APRIL 26, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of April 26, 2017 D. PUBLIC HEARINGS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Chairman Oaxaca noted that the Historic Preservation Commission meeting and the Planning Commission meeting were opened concurrently and that Items D1 and El-E5 would be heard together as they relate to the same property. 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. D1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS - DRC2016-00966 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to remove an on -site tree that has been determined to be a Designated Local Landmark related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Design Review DRC2016-00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, noted a letter was received from the Department of Fish and Wildlife (copy on file) that noted concerns with respect to the biological section of the environmental assessment. He said staff is suggesting a Continuance to the regular meeting on May 24, 2017 to allow time to address the concerns. Page 2 of 12 C1—Pg2 MAY 10, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and no comment was received. Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney, recommended the public hearing remain open. For Item D1 (Items E9-E5 were heard concurrently) Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Munoz carried 5-0 to continue the item to the May 24rh meeting. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS/ PLANNING COMMISSION E1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00964 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to modify General Plan Figure LU-8 related to the removal of the Historic Resource Designation of an on -site tree related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: Design Review DRC2016- 00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016- 00966, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00814 — NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request for site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low - Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DENSITY BONUS AGREEMENT DRC2017-00156 — NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA — A Density Bonus Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and National Community Renaissance of California, Page 3 of 12 C1—Pg3 MAY 10, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA for the purpose of providing a senior housing project in accordance with the Victoria Community Plan and the Development Code, including deviating from certain development standards, for the development of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 1089-031- 36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Design Review DRC2016-00814, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE - DRC2017-00032 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to permit walls over 8 feet in height due to on -site grades related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Design Review DRC2016-00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E5. ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT - DRC2016-00965 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to remove 1 on -site tree related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard - APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Design Review DRC2016- 00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156 and Variance DRC2017-00032. Staff has prepared a.Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. For Items E1-E5 Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Munoz, carried 5-0 to continue the items to the May 24th meeting. Page 4 of 12 C1—Pg4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E6. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION DRC2016-00338 - OWENS COURT ESTATES, LLC. - A request to modify Design Review DRC2014-00207 to revise the plotting and architecture for 6 single-family residences in conjunction with a previously approved subdivision (Tentative Tract Map 16578) within the Low (L) Residential District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, on Owens Court, located on the west side of East Avenue and south of Victoria Avenue - APNs: 0227-842- 01, -02, -03, -04, -05 and -06. Related files: Development Review DRC2014-00207 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16578. 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 Negative Declaration. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file) Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment closed the public hearing. Rich Scott representing Owens Court LLC said he felt plans for the previously approved project worked well on this site as well. He said the minor concerns have been addressed and he agreed to the conditions of approval. Chairman Oaxaca noted that a residence indicates garage storage for a golf cart. Considering there is no golf course nearby, he asked for clarification. Mr. Scott said the space is storage big enough for a cart but not large enough for car. He said he did not want to give the impression that it is a full 3-car garage. Commissioner Munoz said the plans look better than before. Commissioner Wimberly concurred and noted he saw the plans at DRC. He said the applicant worked well with staff to achieve a better product. Commissioner Fletcher said they are good designs and should be attractive. Commissioner Macias concurred. Page 5 of 12 C1-Pg5 MAY 10, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Design Review Modification DRC2016-00338. E7. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19557 — W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS — A request to subdivide one existing parcel of 42,150 square feet into three parcels in conjunction with the development of 3 single-family residential homes located within the Low (L) Residential Zoning District located at 9757 Liberty Street — APN: 0201-251-56. Related Files: Minor Design Review DRC2014-00700. Planning Department staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 15 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15315) exemption, which covers residential subdivisions of four or fewer parcels in urbanized areas. E8. MINOR DESIGN REVIEW DRC2014-00700 — W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS — A request to develop 3 single-family residential homes in conjunction with Tentative Parcel Map 19557 on a parcel of 42,150 square feet located within the Low Residential (L) District at 9757 Liberty Street — APN: 0201-251-56. Related Records: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557. Planning Department staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 3 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15303) exemption, which covers new construction of up to 3 single-family residences in urbanized areas. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file) Commissioner Fletcher asked about the stacked flag lots and whether the Code requires a separate drive aisle for each lot. Mr. Perez noted it does not specifically require that and it depends on the layout of the site. He said in this case, this made sense. Chairman Oaxaca opened the Public Hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Tom Lau, architect, thanked Mr. Perez for his excellent support and said he was very helpful. He said he was in agreement with the conditions of approval. Page 6 of 12 C1—Pg6 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Macias, Munoz and Wimberly said they did a good job and overcame some obstacles with staffs help. Commissioner Fletcher complimented staff and the applicant. He said it is this applicant's first project in Rancho and they brought us a good product and site plan - good job. Chairman Oaxaca agreed — well done. For Items E7 and E8 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557 and Minor Design Review DRC2014-00700. E9. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00715 — LVD TERRA VISTA, LLC - A request to modify the development standards within the Medium High (MH) District of the Terra Vista Community Plan related to the site plan and architectural review of a 214-unit multi -family development on 12.1 acres of land within the Medium High (MH) District (14 - 24 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Church Street and Terra Vista Parkway - APN: 1077-422-97. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20054, Design Review DRC2016-00713, Variance DRC2017-00215, Minor Exception DRC2016-00716, Minor Exception DRC2017-00159 and Pre -Application DRC2016-00361. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E10. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20054 — LVD TERRA VISTA, LLC - A request subdivide 12.1 acres of land for condominium purposes related to the site plan and architectural review of a 214-unit multi -family development within the Medium High (MH) District (14 - 24 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Church Street and Terra Vista Parkway - APN: 1077-422-97. Related records: Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00715, Design Review DRC2016-00713, Variance DRC2017-00215, Minor Exception DRC2016-00716, Minor Exception DRC2017-00159 and Pre -Application DRC2016-00361. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Page 7 of 12 C1—Pg7 MAY 10, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E11. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00713 — LVD TERRA VISTA, LLC - A request for site plan and architectural review of a 214-unit multi -family development on 12.1 acres of land within the Medium High (MH) District (14 - 24 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Church Street and Terra Vista Parkway - APN: 1077-422-97. Related records: Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00715, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20054, Variance DRC2017-00215, Minor Exception DRC2016-00716, Minor Exception DRC2017-00159 and Pre -Application DRC2016-00361. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E12. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2017-00215 — LVD TERRA VISTA, LLC - A request to increase the maximum permitted wall height to over 8 feet for sound attenuation purposes related to the site plan and architectural review of a 214-unit multi -family development on 12.1 acres of land within the Medium High (MH) District (14 - 24 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Church Street and Terra Vista Parkway - APN: 1077-422-97. Related records: Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00715, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20054, Design Review DRC2016- 00713, Minor Exception DRC2016-00717, Minor Exception DRC2017-00717 and Pre - Application DRC2016-00361. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E13. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2016-00716 — LVD TERRA VISTA, LLC - A request to reduce the required on -site parking related to the site plan and architectural review of a 214-unit multi -family development on 12.1 acres of land within the Medium High (MH) District (14 - 24 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Church Street and Terra Vista Parkway - APN: 1077-422-97. Related records: Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00715, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20054, Design Review DRC2016-00713, Variance DRC2017-00215, Minor Exception DRC2017-00159 and Pre -Application DRC2016-00361. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E14. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2017-00159 — LVD TERRA VISTA, LLC - A request to increase the maximum permitted property line wall heights from 6 to 8 feet related to the site plan and architectural review of a 214-unit multi -family development on 12.1 acres of land within the Medium High (MH) District (14 - 24 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the southwest corner of Church Street and Terra Vista Page 8 of 12 Cl—Pg8 MAY 105 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Parkway - APN: 1077-422-97. Related records: Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00715, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20054, Design Review DRC2016-00713, Variance DRC2017-00215, Minor Exception DRC2016-00717 and Pre -Application DRC2016- 00361. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy on file) Commissioner Fletcher asked for the material samples and asked what type of stucco would be used. Mr. van der Zwaag said it is a standard stucco and apologized for the lack of a materials board. He said the siding will be "hardyboard" with a wood grain finish. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the units on Terra Vista Parkway have garages. Mr. van der Zwaag confirmed they will have garages and parking on street. Chairman Oaxaca opened the Public Hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the Public Hearing. Jonathan Seimsen with Van Daele Homes thanked staff and noted the innovative product. He said they worked hard on the requested items and Mr. van der Zwaag did a great job presenting. He confirmed the stucco has a 16120 grit and the Hardyboard will be 4" & 6" size. Chairman Oaxaca asked if the product is "for sale" product. Mr. Seimsen confirmed they are for sale. He noted these same bungalows were built in Brea and were received well. Commissioner Munoz noted the project provides needed additional housing. He said it has a different look and feel and he looks forward to seeing that and how the street frontage plays out. Commissioner Wimberly said it is a very nice product for that location, the architecture is interesting and new. He said the applicant worked well with staff and said he did not think the project would be possible without the requested entitlements. Page 9 of 12 C1-Pg9 MAY 105 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher said he likes the project and is impressed with the modern look and mix of colors, it's a good location for this area and good for young families. He said he has no concerns about the parking. He said he is generally a little resistant to street parking but it makes sense at this location. Commissioner Munoz said the project is unique and it will stand out in Terra Vista. He said he had initial concerns about the parking but for that area it should work and it is good to see Terra Vista fill out. Chairman Oaxaca said he is happy to see a combination of amenities, livability and different homes. He said it is innovative and it reaches a demographic and the needs of that generation. He said this is a good place for on -street parking along the frontage of some of the units - he noted the area has evolved. For Item E9 Moved by Macias, seconded by Munoz, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution recommending approval of the Environmental Assessment and Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00715 to the City Council for final action. For Items E10-E14 Moved by Macias, seconded by Munoz, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolutions Approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20054; Design Review DRC2016-00713, Variance DRC2017- 00215; Minor Exception DRC2016-00716 and Minor Exception DRC2017-00159. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Page 10 of 12 C1-Pglo HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher stated he would not encourage staff to promote higher density with parking on the street. He said in the case heard tonight, this was appropriate, but he wanted to be clear that he does not want to see developers pushing to use street parking to satisfy their parking requirement. He also said he would like more of an explanation regarding what a "Minor" exception is and how a 25% deficit fits that application. He said he would like to discuss how staff arrived at that figure. G. ADJOURNMENT The Commission adjourned to a workshop held in the Rains Room at 8:10 PM to discuss Pre - Application Review DRC2017-00216 — Lewis Management Corp. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 4, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /LS/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 hearine imoaired. 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 Page 11 of 12 C1—Pg 11 MAY 10, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 12 of 12 C1—Pg12 MAY 10, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca x 8:20 PM Vice Chairman Macias x Commissioner Fletcher _x_ Commissioner Munoz _x_ Commissioner Wimberly _x_ B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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 individuals embers 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. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2017-00216 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A request for a Pre -Application Review of a proposed mixed use development consisting of 171 multi -family residential units, 27 live/work units, and about 3,600 square feet of commercial floor area on a vacant property consisting of four (4) parcels with a combined area of about 748,000 square feet (17.17 acres) in the Financial (MFC) District, Terra Vista Planned Community, located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Milliken Avenue; APNs: 1077-421-51, -54, and -55, and 1090-121-28. Mike Smith, Sr. Planner gave the staff report and Powerpoint presentation (copy of file). He suggested the Commission discuss the architecture, building massing/scale and the land use mix. Page 1 of 6 C2—Pgl MAY 109 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Spencer Bogner, Project Manager, gave a presentation summarizing the project. He said some of their goals included minimizing the obstruction of views, working with the grade differences and incorporating the southwest corner that is already developed. He said they sought connectivity with other uses and they used the piazza to solve some concerns and serve as a focal point with unique public spaces and provides a central hub and also invites visitors to the live/work areas, works through grade issues and attracts visitors from restaurants to the south as it would be partially visible from Foothill Boulevard. He said the Piazza is their "big idea" for the project. He said they believe 1 % of renters are self-employed and may utilize the live/work units. He said there is a combination of public and private spaces and the pool and spa -deck will be raised. He noted the live/work units are targeted for professions like accountants, artists, and photographers; the space is about 400 square feet, is fully accessible and have 2-car garages. A sign package application will also be submitted. Paul Anderson/Architect said the architecture is Italian inspired (with piazza) and offers old world charm with a backdrop to public spaces incorporating corbels, hipped roofs, enhanced surrounds, larger windows, bright awnings, arched deck openings, and signage for the live/work units. The Commissioners had the following comments and questions: Commissioner Munoz asked about a crosswalk across Church Street and noted the fast traffic. Mike Smith, Senior Planner noted the Traffic Engineer is working on a solution that would not create unnecessary maintenance. Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer suggested a "Hawk" system -a pedestrian hybrid beacon activated system. Commissioner Munoz asked if the pool is private and if the live/work units are all side to side or are some vertical. He also asked if the units to the south near Foothill Boulevard will face the street. He asked if the southeast corner of the site is started yet. Mr. Bogner said they have the work space below with the residence above and .the pool is private - residents will be issued a key -fob. He confirmed those units will face the street. Mr. Smith noted that it was discussed the southerly units should not "turn their back" on the street. Randall Lewis of the Lewis Companies explained that area will be market driven and a tenant has not been confirmed as yet. Page 2 of 6 C2—Pg2 MAY 10, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher questioned the parking and noted the importance of Pad A and if that parking could be used for additional parking and referred to an adequate mix of uses. Mr. Smith said it has 150 stalls and if the proposed building is not too large, some could be used for excess parking. Candyce Burnett, City Planner noted that even though Pad A is "not a part" we have discussed the edge conditions, how it relates and fits in context and with the project overall. She said the overall site has quite a bit of retail and that was considered. She said the question is did they bring enough of a mix of uses to the inside of the site -did they satisfy that with the live work units and commercial pads. Commissioner Wimberly said integrating it as a whole it works but not if you leave out pieces. Chairman Oaxaca asked about the access points. Mr. Bogner indicated the access points in question are just emergency vehicle access points. Mark Bertone, Project Engineer commented on the significant grade fall north to south on the project site. He said years ago, Church Street was raised 4 feet to help accommodate the 900-year storm basin. John Young commented that he enjoyed the weekly meetings with staff to discuss the project and that they were helpful The Commission offered the following comments: Commissioner Munoz said it is an unusual layout, but he likes the Italianate architecture, the mixed use in the interior of the project, the movement, massing and articulation. He said he likes the Piazza idea and said the project gets kudos so far. Commissioner Macias said it is an excellent project so far and "coo/He said he supports the idea of reducing the building mass. He said the commercial pads are dead center on Foothill and therefore the interior of the project may not be visible from Foothill. There will be a dependence upon Pad A and existing retail. He said the applicant should make sure access is obtained to the apartments to the north to help support the businesses in the interior of this development -the commercial traffic is needed to feed into that area. Page 3 of 6 C2-Pg3 MAY 10, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Wimberly agreed that foot traffic is a key component to keep the commercial uses alive. He said massing is important. He said the applicant needs to be sure the development is properly parked as it looks like an issue right now. Commissioner Fletcher said the layout looks cohesive. He said he likes the live/work units but he said the massing along Church and Milliken concerns him. He said he likes all the interior views. He said he wanted to see the street scene. He noted he did not like the Santa Barbara development because of massive white walls. He encouraged tall landscaping to help break it up. Chairman Oaxaca echoed the comment and noted he had the same reaction to Santa Barbara, but once the landscaping matured it became a showpiece -It needed time to get there. He said the Italian architecture is very classic and clean but can tend to look bare and lacking visual interest. He said he is happy to see a focus on pedestrian connectivity and ease of movement through the project. He said it offers a good opportunity to connect with other parts of the community -and for synergy. He said they should look at the options for a pedestrian crossing across Church Street. He said he supports the proportion of live work units -a good mix. D. ADJOURNMENT 9:15 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 4, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /LS/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 4 of 6 C2-Pg4 MAY 10, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 1. 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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. 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Page 6 of 6 C2—Pg6 IVIP% I L-rI LV I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca A Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Jim Markman, City Attorney, Tom Grahn, Associate Planner,- Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer, Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner,, Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner; Dat Tran, Assistant Planner 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 individuals embers 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. None C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 14 Cl-Pgl �fT�Y Q.F RANCHO�W,lAMONQ MAY 249 2017 N47 I 11.2 I*, vi HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 10, 2017 C2. Consideration to approve the Adjourned Meeting (Workshop) Minutes of May 10, 2017 C3. Consideration of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2017/18 The Commission found the Capital Improvement Program in conformance with the General Plan. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to adopt the Consent Calendar. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. D1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS - DRC2016-00966 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to remove an on -site tree that has been determined to be a Designated Local Landmark related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard. APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Design Review DRC2016-00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017- 00156, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM MAY 10, 2017 Vice Chairman Macias noted the public hearing was still open for this item from the meeting of May 10, 2017 and that the meetings of the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission had been opened concurrently. He then asked for the staff report. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted that there were concerns regarding the environmental study and staff has addressed those concerns. Page 2 of 14 C1—Pg2 IWIF% 1 L-r1 f.V I 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Alexa Washburn of National Community Renaissance gave a PowerPoint presentation regarding the history of her organization and that they work as a public/private partnership and they are a non-profit. Commissioner Fletcher asked where the two bedroom units are placed in the development. Detlev Peiker, Architect of RM Design Group said the 2 bed units in are located in 3 different areas around the project perimeter. Vice Chairman Macias commented with respect to housing needs; these are important projects because any city should have accommodations for all economic groups. He said he thinks it's a good project. He invited public comment and hearing none, closed the public hearing. Item D1 was heard in conjunction with Items El-E5 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to adopt the Resolution approving Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966. 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. El. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00964 — NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to modify General Plan Figure LU-8 related to the removal of the Historic Resource Designation of an on -site tree related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard. APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: Design Review DRC2016- 00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016- 00966, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. CONTINUED FROM MAY 10, 2017 Page 3 of 14 C1—Pg3 IN, MAY 24, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DENSITY BONUS AGREEMENT DRC2017-00156 — NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA —A Density Bonus Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and National Community Renaissance of California, for the purpose of providing a senior housing project in accordance with the Victoria Community Plan and the Development Code, including deviating from certain development standards, for the development of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard. APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Design Review DRC2016-00814, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. CONTINUED FROM MAY 10, 2017 E3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00814 — NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request for site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low - Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard. APN: 1089-031- 36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156, Variance DRC2017-00032 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM MAY 10, 2017 E4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE - DRC2017-00032 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to permit walls over 8 feet in height due to on -site grades related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 — 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard. APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Design Review DRC2016-00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM MAY 10, 2017 Page 4 of 14 C1—Pg4 IVNh 1 iLi' L.V I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E5. ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT - DRC2016-00965 - NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA - A request to remove 1 on -site tree related to the site plan and architectural review of a 140-unit affordable senior housing development on 4 acres of land within the Low -Medium (LM) District (4 - 8 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Planned Community, located at the terminus of Firehouse Court and west of Day Creek Boulevard. APN: 1089-031-36. Related records: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964, Certificate of Appropriateness DRC2016-00966, Design Review DRC2016- 00814, Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156 and Variance DRC2017-00032. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM MAY 10, 2017 For Items E1 and E2 (See item D1 for minutes) Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, ' carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to adopt the Resolutions recommending approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00964 and Density Bonus Agreement DRC2017-00156 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action with the recommendation to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts. For Items E3-E5 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Design Review DRC2016-00814, Variance DRC2017-00032, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00965. E6. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2015-00991 - WECARE DIALYSIS CENTER -The development of a 10,912 square foot medical office building on 1.13 acres in the General Commercial (GC) District, on the east side of Grove Avenue, approximately 500 feet south of Arrow Route, located at 8591 Grove Avenue - APN: 0207-222-27. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines as a Class 32 Exemption (CEQA Section 15332) for In -fill Development Projects. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, noted that because the property was not properly posted, the item has been re -advertised for the June 14th meeting date and staff requests a continuance. Vice Chairman Macias asked if there was any public comment and seeing and hearing none asked for a motion. Page 5 of 14 C1-Pg5 MAY 24, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA For Item E6 Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca) to continue Design Review DRC2015-00991 to the June 14, 2017 meeting date. ET DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00417 - ROGER WONG — A review of a proposal to construct a 4,250 square foot office building on one developed parcel with an area of 15,726 square feet (0.37 acres) in the Commercial Office (CO) District, Foothill Boulevard Overlay District, (FBOD), located at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Malachite Avenue at 9533 Foothill Boulevard — APN - 0208-261-14. Planning Department staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 32 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15332) exemption, which covers in -fill development on no more than 5 acres substantially surrounded by urban uses. Related files: Pre -Application Review DRC2015-00444 and Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-01036. E8. UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM DRC2016-01036 - ROGER WONG - A review of a uniform sign program for a 4,250 square foot office building on one developed parcel with an area of 15,726 square feet (0.37 acres) in the Commercial Office (CO) District, Foothill Boulevard Overlay District, (FBOD), located at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Malachite Avenue at 9533 Foothill Boulevard — APN: 0208-261-14. Planning Department staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 32 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15332) exemption, which covers in -fill development on no more than 5 acres substantially surrounded by urban uses. Related files: Pre -Application Review DRC2015-00444 and Design Review DRC2016-00417. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) and noted the standard conditions are before the Commissioners as they were inadvertently left out of the agenda. She indicated the applicant previously reviewed and agreed to all the conditions. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the DRC reviewed the Uniform Sign Program. Ms. Cavazos stated they did. Commissioner Wimberly did not recall the Route 66 sign being reviewed. He said it looks like it takes over the architecture of the building. He asked if there is a requirement for it to be located in that place. Page 6 of 14 C1—Pg6 IW1r% 1 L-rl LV I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ms. Cavazos stated it is the applicant's request -similar to their "stamp" on the project. Commissioner Fletcher stated the "In God We Trust" and "Route 66" signs are not building identification signs and they do not look appropriate for the design. He said they appear tacked on and not consistent. He asked if the Route 66 sign could go somewhere else such as near the sidewalk. Ms. Cavazos pointed out that the portion reviewed by the DRC was for tenant signs. She said they must submit a final sign program as part of their conditions of approval. She said staff could contact the applicant regarding their removal. She said part of their USP is to show where the signs go. Commissioner Fletcher said he likes the building design, but not the signs. He said he would like to see the USP go back for discussion. Vice Chairman Macias said the placement of the signs could be altered and noted their sign approval process is still not complete. Ryan McGowan of Civic Design Group stated the property owner is present. He said they could put the signs on a future review. Vice Chairman Macias asked the applicant if they understand that where the sign is placed now is under question. Jim Markman, City Attorney, said the Commission can approve the building and delay the decision on the sign program. Commissioner Fletcher said those 2 signs are not compatible with other signs for the other tenants. Mr. McGowan explained that the owner's offices will be at this building and it was his choice as he will occupy the upper floor and a portion of the lower floor. Commissioner Munoz clarified and asked if the applicant is only agreeing to discuss it or agrees to remove them from the building. Mr. Markman said we need to be clear the signs are not acceptable. Page 7 of 14 C1-Pg7 CITY RANCHO CUAN{ONGA °° 3t�s x MAY 24, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ms Cavazos restated that the USP was only for tenant signage. Commissioner Munoz reiterated that this has to do with the actual design of the building and that he needs to ask the applicant to agree to remove sign. Roger Wong, project owner/applicant said the signs are part of creating a Route 66 theme - they are not so much part of signage program. Vice Chairman Macias noted the consensus of the Commission and said they can approve the design without the signs. Mr. Wong said ok, he is comfortable with that decision. Vice Chairman Macias asked if there was any public comment. Seeing and hearing no comment, he closed the public hearing. Commissioner Fletcher said staff did good job on the contemporary design. He said with the 2 signs removed it will be an improvement as they distracted from the architecture. He asked the applicant to work with staff to find a way to acknowledge Route 66. Commissioner Wimberly concurred that the USP approved tenant sign placement alone -he agreed the signs take away from the architecture. Commissioner Munoz concurred and supported the project. Vice Chairman Macias said he had assumed that the signage was part of the USP. For Items E7 and E8 Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Design Review DRC2016-00417 and Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-01036 but eliminating the two objectionable signs (Route 66 and In God We Trust) from the building design. The applicant will work with staff to find an alternative solution. E9. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00238 - WESTERN STATES DEVELOPMENT, INC. - A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved 11 lot Tentative Tract Map (SUBTT17769) on 2.98 acres of land in the Low Residential (L) District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of Beryl Street and 19th Street - APN: 0202- 461-62,-63, and -65. On June 11, 2008, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental Page 8 of 14 C1-Pg8 ■wnl1 I LT' f.V / ■ HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17769 under Resolution 08-29. Staff finds the project to be within the scope of the prior Mitigated Negative Declaration. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to the projects within the scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED Dat Tran, Assistant Planner stated that because the time extension request is still under review, and there are additional issues to address, staff requests a continuance to an unspecified date. For Item E9 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to continue Time Extension DRC2017-00238 to an unspecified date. E10. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00931 — CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR IDS REAL ESTATE GROUP —A request to amend the Empire Lakes Specific Plan to increase the allowable Floor Area Ratio (FAR) from 0.35 to 0.50 for buildings within Planning Area 5 of the specific plan to allow for the construction of a logistics building of 232,058 square feet on a partially developed property comprised of five (5) parcels with a combined area 515,690 square feet (11.84 acres) located at the northeast corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue - APNs: 0210-082-78, -79, -84, -89 and -90. Related files: Design Review DRC2016-00670 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. El1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00670 — CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR IDS REAL ESTATE GROUP — A review of a proposal to construct a logistics building of 232,058 square feet on a partially developed property comprised of five (5) parcels with a combined area 515,690 square feet (11.84 acres) in Planning Area 5, of the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, located at the northeast corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue - APNs: 0210-082-78, -79, -84, -89 and -90. Related Files: Specific Plan Amendment DRC2016-00931 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E12. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2016-00671 — CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR IDS REAL ESTATE GROUP — A review of a proposal to remove existing trees on a partially developed property to allow for the construction Page 9 of 14 C1—Pg9 CITY flF RANCHQ CUCaATM-0NGA MAY 24, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA of a logistics building of 232,058 square feet on a property comprised of five (5) parcels with a combined area 515,690 square feet (11.84 acres) in Planning Area 5, of the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, located at the northeast corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue - APNs: 0210- 082-78, -79, -84, -89 and -90. Related Files: Specific Plan Amendment DRC2016-00931 and Design Review DRC2016-00670. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, stated 2 letters were received regarding the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration and because the concerns stated in the letter may take time to resolve, staff is requesting a continuance to an unspecified date. For Items E10-E12 Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to continue Specific Plan Amendment DRC2016-00931, Design Review DRC2016-00670 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671 to an unspecified date. E13. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2017-00177 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA — A request to amend Titles 2, 3 and 17 of the Municipal Code to enact requirements and standards for art in public places. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15601(b)(3). This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner gave a Powerpoint Presentation (copy on file). Commissioner Fletcher noted that flexibility has been added. He asked if any comments were received from stakeholders, BIA, or the Chamber. He said he can see where the developer could build in a valuable enhancement to his project. Ms. Nakamura said they had a variety of concerns such as the fees. She said they were too high and prohibitive. She said most of their concerns have been addressed. She said they wanted flexibility about the artists that could be used -she said the City has no preference but we do want recognized artists or experts in their field. She said they wanted phasing for larger longer projects so they could install when it works for their phasing. She said overall, the groups thought the concept of adding art adds value but they want it to work for everyone. She said the Lewis group was the main voice of the BIA and gave us ideas and we believe we reached some middle ground. Creating spaces/places falls in line with what they want to do in development. Page 10 of 14 C1—Pg10 IWIP1 1 LT) LV 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked if for example Empire Lakes✓mixed use development what would be considered to determine the fee and if it would also go to the DRC for review along with the development application. He asked if they would always go to DRC. Ms Nakamura reported that the number of residential units as well as the amount of commercial space would be calculated. Vice Chairman Macias clarified that the developer has a choice; they can build on site, donate or pay an in lieu fee. Ms. Nakamura said that is true but we prefer they install the art. Commissioner Fletcher asked if for smaller developments if their fees go into a fund. Ms. Nakamura said they can and the Art Committee will advise the City Council as to how those funds are spent, the selection process of pieces and the design of the art. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the funds can be banked. Ms. Nakamura said we are allowed to bank the money for 10 years or the developer can request it be returned to the developer if they are still un-used at that point the unless City Council determines the funds will be saved fora specific, larger art project in the future (beyond the 10 years). Vice Chairman Macias noted the Art Committee would be responsible for creating the priorities of how those banked funds would be used. He then opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. For Item El Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried4-0-1 (Oaxaca absent) to adopt the Resolution Recommending Approval of Municipal Code Amendment DRC2017-00177 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E14. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20073 - LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. - A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 84 acres into twenty-six (26) parcels and one (1) lettered lot located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Page 11 of 14 Cl-Pgll Ci�'Y OF RANCHO CUCAN10i�G'A s: �� 7�` MAY 24, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015- 00115, and Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED Mike Smith, Senior Planner, noted that because of a posting error, staff is requesting a continuance to the June 14th meeting date. For Item E14 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 to continue Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 to the June 14, 2017 meeting date. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None G. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned to a workshop to discuss Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170 — Lewis Management Corp. to be held in the DeAnza Room. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on May 18, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Page 12 of 14 C1—Pg12 IWI/1 I L-r' LV I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA /Is/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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. Page 13 of 14 C1—Pg13 CITY RANCHO CUCAK401 A MAY 24, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION 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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 14 of 14 C1—Pg14 f /�//y►���/'.ry� sit r'.K" Yam' nse •tom" �d - '� �tFv'� f , d(y s �.J `r'�'Y+k,,e MAY 24, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES . DEANZA ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca A 8:35 PM Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher _X_ Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer, Rob Ball, Fire Marshall; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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 individuals embers 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. None C. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2017-00170 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A request for a Pre -Application Review of a proposed mixed use development consisting of 648 multi -family residential units and about 11,200 square feet of live/work and commercial floor area on a property consisting of three (3) parcels with a combined area of about 84 acres within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of Page 1 of 5 C2—Pgl C[TY OF RANCHfJ CUOwA`M0N.G A. MAY 24, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES DEANZA ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues; APNs: 0210-082- 41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073. Mike Smith Sr. Planner gave a presentation and noted this is located to the west of the future `Vine' and the amenities located within the Vine are not included in the project proposal. He briefly noted the three themes and architectural styles being proposed. He said we are looking for variety in the architecture and we encourage the applicant to take full advantage of what the specific plan allows. He said the proposed buildings do not offer enough height variation nor building typology and suggested adding an additional floor to vertical suites. He said there is room for additional commercial space. Spencer Bogner VP Multi -Family Development (Project Manager) of Lewis Development gave a Powerpoint Presentation and introduced Paul Anderson (Architect) and Rick Polhamus, Randall Lewis, Bryan Goodman, Bill Kennedy and Courtney Power from TCA. Commissioner Fletcher asked if there are restrictions on the live/work uses; could they have a sandwich shop, for example. Candyce Burnett, City Planner, said not a sandwich shop, but there are some food uses that would be allowed under the cottage food industry ordinance. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the live/work units are all rentals. Paul Anderson, Architect, said all Jive/work and retail units are rental spaces, the roof decks are private and there are no common barbeque areas on the roof. Commissioner Macias said he would like to see the architecture on the street (street view). Commissioner Fletcher said he would like to see a virtual presentation and he agrees with the staff comments in the report. He said he liked the small lot duplexes the best because the offer more variation that the other product renderings shown. He said he would like more variation of the wall and roof planes and that he was hoping to see more of a village atmosphere. He asked if all the buildings are 2 and 3 story. Mr. Bogner said those that have a roof deck could be considered 4 story. Page 2 of 5 C2-Pg2 CITY CIF RANCHO CU eINK4 ?NGA MAY 245 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES DEANZA ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Munoz said he likes much of it, particularly the amenities and the round -about as well as the movement and contemporary elevations. He said he likes the vine but it is hard to visualize how transportation will be utilized. He said he would like to see more movement as it appears they are using a lot of boxes stacked upon/or next to boxes (massing). He said there is a need for movement in the roofs and popouts or greater variation in the wall planes are needed. He said the plotting looks straight on to one another and suggested they change the plotting to make it more interesting. He said they are on right road. Mr. Smith asked the Commission if they would have any objection to adding other styles of architecture. He said staff is looking for more themes than what is provided. The Commission generally responded in favor and said there was no objection. Mr. Bogner referred to page 11 duplexes and asked about offering different alternatives within the styles offered. Commissioner Fletcher said they should try to avoid the apartment community look and said the view of flat top buildings goes far down the street. He commented that Victoria Gardens looks "built over time" and they should try to achieve that idea. Mr. Smith noted that staff recognizes the fact that a contemporary building next to a Tuscan architectural style does not make sense; other architectural styles should be incorporated carefully. Commissioner Wimberly also noted there is no real variation of the wall planes, offsets and rooflines. He said he likes the concept but it needs variation and they should work on it so it does not look boring or monolithic. Commissioner Macias concurred with the other Commissioners and with the staff report. He said it is a lot to absorb at once. He said the concept is exciting and cleverly plotted out. G. ADJOURNMENT 9:45 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Page 3 of 5 C2-Pg3 [C1 lYi►"�. `:�IJ. e + A M�l�j �y�� �.�: ��.,�xwt I,;'z„w'.<hv;`" �.7JLJ V LA.1'►�l►Y � t �':*" v'g e �'wT �,� a ?n51 hf 'r +,� �t t; , MAY 24, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES DEANZA ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA May 18, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /Is/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION 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. 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 lis' your name, address and the agenda item letter your comments refer to. Comments are generally limited to 5 minute, per individual. Page 4 of 5 C2—Pg4 CITY LO- FJ RANCHQ CUCAMONGA MAY 24, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES DEANZA ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 5of5 C2—Pg5 JUNE 143 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias _ A_ Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community Development; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney, Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Dat Tran, Assistant Planner 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 5 minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair, depending upon the number of individuals embers 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. Kevin Ellis — A resident adjacent to the development at Day Creek and Base Line Road, expressed concern about the additional traffic load anticipated with the proposed project. Don Horvatch — Spoke regarding Item E4 noting his residence is south of the Etiwanda Preserve. He expressed concern that the rest area will be moved from the preserve to next to his house. He also noted that when the house product is proposed he would prefer single -story homes to preserve his views. Page 1 of 18 C1Pg1 JUNE 149 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 24, 2017 C2. Consideration to adopt Adjourned (Workshop) Meeting Minutes of May 24, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher carried 3-0-1-1 (Oaxaca abstain, Macias absent) to adopt the minutes of May 24, 2017. 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. PROPOSED REVIEW PROCEDURES AND POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT APPLICABLE TO HAUNTED HOUSES IN RESIDENCES/RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Dat Tran, assistant planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation/copy on file. Commissioner Fletcher asked if haunted houses in the residential district would be enforced by complaint. Mr. Tran said we rely on the applicants to operate within the bounds of the Temporary Use Permit. If they do not then neighbors call the police for enforcement. Commissioner Fletcher said he does not want TUP's issued for this use in residential areas as it allows for big parties and the impacts that come with them. He said in commercial areas he did not think there should be advertising on the internet and no fees for admission. Otherwise he had no objection to them in the commercial areas. Page 2 of 18 C1 Pg 2 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Wimberly said he- would need to see the full process being proposed and statistics of the complaints to determine what we are dealing with before he asks the City to modify what we have. Mr. Tran said he could supply that information to the Commission. Commissioner Munoz agreed with Commissioner Wimberly. He noted no alternatives are noted in the report. He said he would like to see a draft code amendment with alternatives and also have the Police Department and the Fire Department weigh in. Candyce Burnett, City Planner, said part of the purpose was to get the topic in front of the Commission as this has to be a policy discussion and determine if there is even a need to address it. She said it has become an increasing issue in the residential community. She said the holiday is approaching and we brought the report to the Commission to initiate and to give something to think about. She said staff has some ideas and we are asking if we want to recommend excluding this activity from the residential areas altogether. With the increase of these in residential areas there are impacts with traffic, multiple days they are operating producing farther reaching impacts than initially thought. We wanted at least an idea of what the Commission would consider and let us know how to proceed. Commissioner Munoz said allowing this activity in the residential area will cause problems and he felt the need to be proactive. He said he would like to see a draft code amendment with data to back it up. Chairman Oaxaca concurred and said we should look at appropriate locations/ commercial vs non-commercial. He wondered of the City takes on any responsibility if funds are taken for a non-profit and then what happens if those funds are not properly delivered to the non- profit. He said he would like the regulations to be less restrictive initially but increase incrementally as needed. He said standards are necessary with Building and Safety and Fire evaluating the improvements. He asked what the costs would be and said the process should be realistic, otherwise, it would make the permitting impossible and therefore should make the use to be not permitted if that is the case. He added there should not be any admission charges at haunted houses in the residential areas.. The Secretary received and filed the report and the Commission gave general direction to staff to bring back draft amendment language as well as statistics regarding the complaints received. There was some concern among the Page 3 of 18 C1 Pg 3 CITY 4F RANCHQ CUCANIaNGA JUNE 145 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioners regarding haunted houses in the Residential Districts and they indicated additional controls may be in order overall. 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. El. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2015-00991 —WECARE DIALYSIS CENTER —The development of a 10,912 square foot medical office building on 1.13 acres in the General Commercial (GC) District, on the east side of Grove Avenue, approximately 500 feet south of Arrow Route, located at 8591 Grove Avenue - APN: 0207-222-27. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines as a Class 32 Exemption (CEQA Section 15332) for In -fill Development Projects. CONTINUED FROM MAY 24, 2017. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) Patrick Chiu, said he is the Architect representing the applicant. After summarizing his pride about the project, he said they met all department requirements and they are in agreement with all the conditions. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt the Resolution of Approval No. 17-63 approving Design Review DRC2015-00991. E2. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20073 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 84 acres into twenty-seven (27) parcels and one (1) lettered lot located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Page 4 of 18 C1 Pg 4 CITY OF RANCHQ CUCeAIO-0 JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER _ COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. CONTINUED FROM MAY 24, 2017. Mike Smith, Senior Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance of the item to the June 28, 2017 meeting to allow time for further discussion of the conditions of approval. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, allowed the public hearing to remain open to the June 28, meeting date. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly carried 4-0-9 (Macias absent) to continue Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 to June 281n E3. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20105 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 82 acres into five (5) parcels located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 6th Street, south of the Metrolink/BNSF rail line, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APN: 0209-272-20. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre - Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. Mike Smith, Senior Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance of the item to the June 28, 2017 meeting to allow time for further discussion of the conditions of approval. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, allowed the public hearing to remain open to the June 28, meeting date. Commissioner Fletcher asked staff to give an explanation of what lead to the continuance when this comes back. Page 5 of 18 C1 Pg 5 CITY OF RANCHO 10UCAMONGA JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to continue Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 to June 281h. E4. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00430 - GOLDEN MEADOWLAND, LLC. AND RANCH HAVEN, LLC. - A request for a fourth one-year time extension for a previously approved tentative tract map (Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16072) to subdivide 150.79 acres into 358 lots in the Low (2-4 dwelling units per acre) Residential District, with an average density of 2.3 dwelling units per acre for the entire project, in the Upper Etiwanda Neighborhood of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, located at northeast corner of Wilson Avenue and Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 0225-083-01, 12, 13, 15, 16 and 20. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified by City Council in June 16, 2004 by Resolution 04-204 and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in the Environmental Impact Report. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) He said in response to the speaker at the beginning of the meeting (see public comments) that there is no proposed development at this time. He said minor changes were made to the resolution which is on the dais for the Commissioners review. Chairman Oaxaca asked if when this comes back what would be the next step after the tract map. Mr. Perez said if development is proposed prior to the expiration of the map, then that development proposal would proceed to DRC and follow that process on to the Planning Commission for approval. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Don Horvatch said that area is just below the preserve and California sage is protected. He said people fill their trucks up with sage and sell it. He asked if it is protected how developers can bulldoze acres of this. Mr. Perez said the sag was considered with the prior impact report. Chairman Oaxaca noted that one mitigation measure is for the developer to buy mitigation lands to compensate for those impacts. Page 6of18 C1 Pg 6 CITY QF RANCHO CUCAMCINGA JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Joseph Colvane, a member of the Alta Loma Riding Club said the site is in the equestrian overlay. He said that environmentally speaking, things change. He said to keep approving subsequent time extensions since 2004 seems ludicrous. He expressed opposition. Natashia Walton, a local biologist, spoke regarding the removal of the sage. She said she is glad they are doing some mitigation and suggested staff review what consultants looked at to cover all species and what were the protocols and follow-up surveys used as animals move over the years. John Shafer, representing the owner, noted the city is requiring a mitigation land purchase of 335 acres. He said all surveys have been done and all came up negative and they are updated. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Chairman Oaxaca stated the only issue before the Commission for consideration is the request to extend map. He said there is the potential future opportunity to comment whenlrf the project comes forward. Mr. Perez .confirmed the time extension is discretionary. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt Resolution of Approval No. 17-64 approving Time Extension DRC2017-00430 as amended. Items E5-E9 were heard concurrently. E5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20042 — NH WEAVER LANE, LLC - A request to subdivide 18.2 acres of land into 26 lots for the purposes of developing 26 single-family residences for a site located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre), the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2016-00748, Variance DRC2017-00014 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Page 7 of 18 C1 Pg 7 CITY ofRANCHO cU- TONMAI=I JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00377 — NH WEAVER LANE, LLC - A request for site plan and architectural review of 26 single-family residences on 18.2 acres of land related to Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre) the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, Variance DRC2016- 00748, Variance DRC2017-00014 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E7. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2016-00748 - NH WEAVER LANE, LLC - A request to reduce the required lot depth of Lots 11 - 15 by approximately 13 feet related to Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042 located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2017-00014 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E8. ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2017-00014 - NH WEAVER LANE, LLC — A request to reduce the rear yard setback on Lot 16 by approximately 23 feet related Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre), the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2016-00748 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E9. ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2016-00376 - NH WEAVER LANE, LLC —A request to remove 7 heritage trees related to Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, located on the east side of Carnelian and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) Development District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre), the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042. Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2016-00748 and Variance DRC2017-00014. The staff report and PowerPoint presentation were delivered by Tabe van der Zwaag (copy on file) Page 8 of 18 C 1 Pg 8 RAN -GHQ GUCAMO-N JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER. COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC. CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked if the streambeds are dry Mr. Van der Zwaag said there is some water during the rainy season and some runoff from public streets. He said most of the runoff is diverted from north of site. Bill Kennedy, representing the applicant, thanked for their assistance and noted there were many obstacles with this project site. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. An unidentified speaker said he is a 29-year resident. He questioned the limited access and the traffic added to the Maloof property traffic and said he wants a timeline regarding construction. He said the notification sign was too small. He asked what the sale price for the homes will be as he has a concern about property values. Joseph Colvane state he is from the ALRC. He thanked staff and the city for answering their concerns. Natasha Walton, a local -biologist, asked what trees will be removed and/or replaced. Mr. van der Zwaag said a Mimosa tree, 3 Samuel Ash, and 3 Date palms will be removed. He said the trees will be replaced one for one as well as plant 2 trees in the front yard of each residence. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing Bill Kennedy, said they hope to start with the models and be open next summer. He said the prices should start at about 1.2 million. He said they currently plan to be on septic but may do sewer. He said there is a strong interest from potential buyers. Commissioner Fletcher asked for a response to the question about limited access. Mr. Kennedy said the property owner to the south worked with us for special access forhis RV that is located just off the property line. Commissioner Fletcher said with respect to the trails Advisory Committee, the developer did a great job working with everyone to resolve issues. He said the houses are attractive and at 1.2 million, he did not think the price will lower anyone's property value. Page 9 of 18 Cl Pg 9 CITE 4F RANCHO CUCAMONGA JUNE 149 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Wimberly concurred and said staff worked with the applicants and noted the many moving parts to this project. He said they met all TAC requests and made a special access accommodation for the RV owner. Commissioner Munoz concurred a said it is a good project. Chairman Oaxaca said he was also present for TAC and said the project strikes a good balance with a challenging parcel. Commissioner Fletcher said the Variance requests are reasonable. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Macias abstain) to adopt the following Resolutions of Approval: 17-49 approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042; 17-50 approving Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377; 17-52 approving Variance DRC2016-00748; 17-51 approving Variance DRC2017-00014; 17-53 approving Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Items E10-E16 were heard concurrently. See minutes below. E10. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00452 — DR HORTON — A request to change the Victoria Community Plan Zoning Designation for 28.4 acres of land at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road from Regionally Related Office/Commercial (RROC) to Mixed Use (MU) in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final review and action. Ell. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19762 —DR HORTON — A request to subdivide 28.4 acres of land into 4 parcels in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 Page 10 of 18 C1Pg10 CITY CIF RANCHO CUC.AME;?NGAI M1 JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016- 00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E12. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20032 — DR HORTON — A request for a residential condominium subdivision for 380 residential units on 28.4 acres of land in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road —APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016- 00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E13. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00450 — DR HORTON —A request for site plan and architectural review in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090- 331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E14. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2016-00449 — DR HORTON — A request to operate a bar (Type 70 On Sale General — Restrictive Service) within a hotel in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map Page 11 of 18 C1Pg11 JUNE 149 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Design Review DRC2016-00450 and Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016- 00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E15. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2016-00508 — DR HORTON — A request to allow 8 foot combination retaining/freestanding wall heights for a mixed use project in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road —APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451 and Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E16. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM DRC2016-00451 —DR HORTON —A request for a Uniform Sign Program in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090- 331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Donald Granger, Senior Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He said correspondence was received from the County of San Bernardino and California Fish and Wildlife, Natasha Walton (biologist), Grace Aquiar, and Tina Stoner all expressing concerns about the loss of RAFSS, loss of Buckwheat, etc. A letter of support was receive from Kevin Brown, Sr. Mr Granger noted the applicant performed 15 studies and had 4 to assess biological impacts. He said Focus studies were done on the San Bernardino Kangaroo rat, DSFLF and the California gnatcatcher He said the studies also received a peer review from an outside biologist. He said the applicant has read all conditions and there is one condition of concern found on page 416 #13 re: phasing. He said the applicant is requesting to change the condition. Page 12 of 18 C1 Pg 12 JUNE 145 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher noted the linear park buffers homes to south. He asked if a full east - west boundary design was considered. Mr. Granger said the developer responded to the request for a park. Also, the PD was hesitant to have park extend to the southwest corner of the site because of the potential for nuisance/bad activity could occur there. He said in this proposed configuration, eyes would be on it. Commissioner Fletcher asked how the shared parking for the restaurants would be monitored and if that would affect the restaurant parking. Mr. Granger said there -will be signs posted and possible wording may be added to the CC&Rs-they will have to craft specific signage and language. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the CEQA concerns from the County and State and if the city solely decides on that. Mr. Ghirelli said agencies already had an opportunity to comment on the environmental docs. There is no further noticing required at this point. Dan Boyd, VP for DR Horton said the linear park and shared parking agreement would be a recorded document. He summarized the attributes of the project and said staff covered every detail. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. David Maskowich, project biologist for the applicant and holding a Masters in Biology, summarized the results of the biological surveys. He explained the different classification systems now used. Lorena Ponci, a homeowner said we have lost the natural element and there is too much development in the City. It will add 1, 000 more vehicles / too aggressive and too noisey. Mr. Ghirelli suggested the following wording for the revised condition noted for the record for the applicant's consideration. He said the city is not committing to approving a development agreement at this time. Page 13 of 18 C1Pg13 CITY Q F1 05NC9Q C@-C-K NGA JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA "No more than 65%of the permits for the residential units (247 units) shall be issued unless building permits for the hotel and two restaurant buildings have been issued. Occupancy for the residential units shall be limited to 90% (342) units) until occupancy has been approved for the hotel and the two restaurant buildings. The applicant may seek to alter or remove this condition by way of a development agreement adopted in accordance with State law, provided that this condition shall not be construed to commit the City to approve a development agreement. " Commissioner Fletcher asked for clarification. Mr. Ghirelli said that if it benefits the city later on we could remove the need for the development agreement. Malory Lipert said she is in favor of the project and said she is glad native species will be grown in the gardens. Alison Sides said she is in support as this is the next level of smart community planning and this is a desirable destination. Matt Lipert said he is in support. He said it is a great plan for new families with flexible pedestrian access. Tim Avengeno offered support and said it is innovative planning that appeals to young professionals. Natashia Walton thanked the developer and Mr. Granger for looking into the bio issues. She said she is disappointed with the report regarding remnant sage scrub. She said it has value because it is used by birds and pollinator. She said more needs to be done such as adding more open space, build fewer homes, and make a connection to the drainage area. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Dan Boyd said the Mixed Use concept includes higher density and it is called for by the General Plan. He said they did traffic analysis and Base Line and Day Creek are both major arterials designed for that many cars. He said regarding Ms. Walton's comments - she's asked for more sycamores, oaks and additional natives and we did it all. He noted as a developer they want appropriate balance and also achieved the city's landscape requirement and they put in a linear park. He said they already removed many homes from the southerly Page 14 of 18 C1 Pg 14 CIT' Q�F RANCHa CUCANIaNGA JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES . RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA boundary as the concept was for a buffer not a big public park. He said the biological report is sufficient and had a peer review and reached the same conclusions as staff. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the phasing plan -building timeline. Mr. Boyd said once they receive all their approvals, they will not be phased: they would start and go to finish. He said sales will govern phases for each product line. He said all architectural approvals will go at once. He said they have to be careful and said they can discuss alternatives. We do not want to stymie the residential portion. He said if they agree to the alternative language to the conditions they will need some flexibility. He said they are not looking for an escape route. He indicated the new condition language is satisfactory. Marianne Adriatico, legal counsel for DR Horton said this offers added protection to the city - so city got the assurance the hotel and restaurants will be built. Mr. Ghirelli said staff has drafted condition 13 - but DR Horton asked for security other than via withholding building permits which could be cash, letter of credit, bonds, etc. He said he is also not comfortable in putting in a financial payment in the condition. He said the development agreement is not guaranteed. He confirmed the condition in question is attached to the resolution for the Tentative Parcel Map # 17-55 and the applicant mayseek to alter or remove this condition. Commissioner Fletcher said the developer did a true Mixed Use development. He said he was initially concerned the restaurant and hotel might not happen with the residential portion of the development and he stressed the importance that they deliver a "full project" and attempt to exclude the hotel/restaurant portion because of the market etc. He said it has an excellent design and he likes the concept. He said it will add a village community to that area. He said the fiscal impact to the city could be beneficial. He said he appreciates the excess parking. He said the design is compatible with the community- good architecture.' Commissioner Wimberly concurred and noted the unique plotting. He said this corner will be a signature spot. Commissioner Munoz concurred and thanked staff and the developer for the unique project. He thanked the public and noted the Commission tries to do the right thing with traffic and parking. He said the project is near Victoria Gardens noting we attract people from everywhere. He said the linear park buffer is a good idea. He said this project means more affordable housing will be available. Page 15 of 18 C1Pg15 CITY 4F RANCHO CUCA ' -0NGA JUNE 145 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca said we all have had to shift our thinking for those who have lived here for many years. Changes we have seen have been positive and Rancho Cucamonga is a model of smart and well -thought out development. He said the project is reflective of what reality is. He said it is a good balance. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt Resolution 17-54 recommending approval for Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 to be forwarded to the City Council with the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for final action. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt the following Resolutions of Approval: 17-55 approving Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762 (as amended with Condition 13 reworded); 17-56 approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032; 17-57 approving Design Review DRC2016-00450; 17-58 approving Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449; 17-60 approving Minor Exception DRC2016-00508 and 17-59 approving Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz said he would provide a report at the next meeting. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None G. ADJOURNMENT 10:35 P. M. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Page 16 of 18 C1Pg16 0 CITY OF RANCHO 0UCAMONGA JUNE 149 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES J RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA June 8, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /LS/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of -Rancho Cucamonga 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. 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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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,662 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. Page 18 of 18 C1Pg18 �V[�btNi#yA4Ah"'Sd JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:01 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X_ Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney, Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Mike Smith, Senior Planner,- Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planner; Jennifer Palacios, Office Specialist ll. 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 individuals embers 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. None. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 14 Cl—Pg7 JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 June 14, 2017 Commissioner Fletcher stated a correction with his comment on C1 page 2. He said in commercial areas he did not think there should be advertising on the internet and no fees for admission. The correction is residential areas not commercial areas. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1 (Macias abstain) to amend and adopt the minutes reflecting the correction of Commissioner Fletcher's comment on item C1 page 2 of June 14, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes. D. 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. Items D9 and D2 were heard concurrently. D1. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION REVOCATION DRC2017-00480 - BIANE FAMILY PROPERTIES - A request to revoke Design Review Modification DRC2016-00345, approved in error on November 9, 2016, for a request to revise the conditions of approval for DRC2007- 00951 (Planning Commission Resolution No.14-08) for the Biane Winery, a complex comprised of fifteen (15) buildings/structures and three (3) single-family residences located on two (2) parcels with a combined area of 10.41 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District located on the south side of 8th Street, between Hermosa and Archibald Avenues; APN: 0209-201-19 and 20. On January 22, 2014, the Planning Commission adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for DRC2007-00951. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Page 2 of 14 C1-Pg2 JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO JULY 26, 2017. D2. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2017-00481 - BIANE FAMILY PROPERTIES - A request to revise the conditions of approval for DRC2007-00951 (Planning Commission Resolution No.14-08) to allow for the retention of two existing residential structures on site for the Biane Winery, a complex comprised of fifteen (15) buildings/structures and three (3) single-family residences located on two (2) parcels with a combined area of 10.41 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District located on the south side of 8th Street, between Hermosa and Archibald Avenues; APN: 0209-201-19 and 20. Staff has found the proposed project to be within the scope of a project covered by a previously approved Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commission on January 22, 2014. Staff has prepared an addendum prepared per CEQA Section 15164 which does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Initial Study. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO JULY 26, 2017. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, stated the application pertains to a modification of a previously approved project. The request to revise the conditions of approval for DRC2007- 00951 was incorrectly written and he is recommending both applications be continued to July 26, 2017 so the Planning Commission and Public have a better understanding of what the project entails. He noted the descriptions will change and the project will be re -advertised. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, allowed the public hearing to remain open to the July 26, 2017 meeting date. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to continue Design Review Modification DRC2017-00480 and DRC2017-00481 to the July 2611 meeting. Items D3 and D4 were heard concurrently. D3. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20105 - LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. - A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 82 acres into five (5) parcels located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 6th Street, south of the Metrolink/BNSF rail line, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APN: 0209-272-20. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Page 3 of 14 C1-Pg3 .,�oz- 4'iI [2 -ti �:/1J - O - . _ _ O lJ�;.�i►� Y> "� �.. � �, y e +t 1' Y q . a a. ''� �� , JUNE 285 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre - Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. CONTINUED FROM JUNE 14, 2017. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. D4. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20073 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 84 acres into twenty-seven (27) parcels and one (1) lettered lot located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. CONTINUED FROM JUNE14, 2017. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. Mike Smith, Senior Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance of both items to a date unspecified to allow time for further discussion of the conditions of approval. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, closed the public hearing. He said the items will be re -noticed when a date is specified. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to continue Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20105 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 to an unspecified date. The items will be re -advertised prior to the public hearing. Page 4 of 14 C1—Pg4 JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MODIFICATION DRC2017-00482 — GERDAU — A request to modify the conditions of approval specifically related to required public improvements for Conditional Use Permit DRC2008-00512 approved by the Planning Commission on January 14, 2009, and Conditional Use Permit Modification DRC2013-00992 approved by the Planning Commission on December 10, 2014, for the existing Gerdau Steel Plant in the Heavy Industrial (HI) District located at 12459-B Arrow Route; APN: 0229-131-19. Staff has found the proposed project to be within the scope of an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commission on January 14, 2009, and an addendum to the Mitigated Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commission on December 10, 2014. 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 Negative Declaration. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer stated the application addresses conditions of approval for installation of street frontage improvements. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Larry Rothman, Engineering Manager for Gerdau, thanked staff for working through the challenges and expressed their appreciation for the Planning Commission hearing their project. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Commissioner Fletcher asked staff what is the conflict with the neighboring property. Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer stated the conflict is the existing overhead utilities. If the pole was to be relocated the overhead utilities would cross over the structure and there is not an existing easement for that. - they are proposing to move the pole at a later date. Page 5 of 14 C1—Pg5 ��IV • i aV JUNE 289 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca asked what city would be responsible for the new easement. Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer said at a future date when the property to the west develops the structure will no longer be standing, thereby correcting the current concern of overhanging wires. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Munoz, carried 5-0 to adopt the resolution approving Conditional Use Permit Modification DRC2017-00482. D6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2015-00797 — RGA OFFICE OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN - A proposal to construct an industrial building of 339,000 square feet comprised of warehouse and office area for distribution purposes on a 17-acre site in the General Industrial (GI) District located approximately 1,100 feet north of 6th Street and 395 feet north of the terminus of Santa Anita Avenue - APNs: 0229-271-24, 25, and 26. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Vice Chairman Macias asked a question about the mitigation measure that was added to do a survey. He said Fish and Wildlife was on -site and determined a survey to be done but he asked when the survey is going to be done. He expressed concern that the developer would not be able to proceed at a later time if a habitat of species is found. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner stated a number of surveys were done over the last 4 or 5 years. The surveys were done by Southern California Edison and they were all negative as to the presence of the species existing on -site. Tom Magill, Biologist for site said Fish and Wildlife had four negative surveys. The species requires 2 years of protocol surveys and if a year is skipped, the process has to be started all over again. He said Fish and Wildlife concurs the species is not currently there but they want a clearance survey for this year. The applicant stated it will be negative. Page 6 of 14 C1—Pg6 CITY OF RANCHt7 Ct1GA!'V�aNGA.MENEM JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked if the survey will be completed before grading. Tom Magill said it will be. Vice Chairman Macias asked if this fits in the developer's timeline. Tom Magill said yes it his understanding. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, closed the public hearing and asked the applicant to come forward with any comments. John Atwell with Oakmont Industrial Group thanked staff and said he looks forward to starting on this project. Commissioner Munoz said he sees no problem with the project and appreciates staff and the applicant that have worked through the Fish and Wildlife process. He said it is a good project. Commissioner Wimberly concurred and saw no issues with the project. Commissioner Fletcher said it is in a good location and he likes the architectural design. Vice Chairman Macias said it is a straight forward project and saw no problem now that his question was answered pertaining to the Fish and Wildlife Survey. Chairman Oaxaca thanked staff and the applicant for their diligence with the process presented and answering the concerns raised. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 5-0 to adopt the resolution approving Design Review DRC2015-00797 with the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts. D7. CONSIDERATION OF APPEAL DRC2017-00437 - JUNG & JUEN, LLP - An appeal of a City Planner decision approving Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00021 to operate a drive-thru coffee shop, and Minor Exception DRC2016-00022 to reduce the required on -site parking to Page 7 of 14 Cl-Pg7 JUNE 283 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA allow additional food uses related to the prior approval of Conditional Use Permit DRC2008- 00464 for a 6,484 square foot addition to the Haven Village commercial center located in the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District at the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and Lemon Avenue - APN: 201-272-23. The project qualifies as a Class 1 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 — Existing Facilities - which covers the operation, permitting and leasing of existing structures and as a Class 5 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15305 — Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations — which covers exceptions in land use limitations. Donald Granger, Senior Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Commissioner Fletcher asked what the approval process was and if permits were discussed prior to the development and if the owner was aware of this issue. Mr. Granger, said they were aware of the parking structure ratios that were required and they do have adequate parking for the retail use but not for the food uses. That is why they had to come back for the entitlements because the original entitlement required that if the applicant wanted to do a drive thru, the request would have to be evaluated; It is all about the ultimate land use. Commissioner Fletcher said if they know they are going after a tenant that is a restaurant use rather than retail is there some responsibly on their part to ask the question before the project is built. Mr. Granger said yes there is a responsibility on the applicant but also an opportunity in the Development Code that doesn't stop an applicant from filing for a reduction and the applicant has to set forth the evidence that would show the reduction is justified. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and invited the Appellant to come forward to speak. Page 8 of 14 C1—Pg8 CFTY QF RANCHI� CUCI�MO�NGA JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ray Patel owner of Trader Joe's building stated he is appealing the applicants request because there is not enough parking for an additional restaurant. He stated the current tenants already have issues with parking for their customers. Roger Yuen representing Dual Family Trust owners of Parcel 2 discussed the background on the property. The CC&R's amendment of 1986 stated the right of the parcel owner to make objections related to new development. He said within the same section of the CC&R's there is a prohibition for Parcel 9 to cause a reduction in the parking ratio and not to interfere with traffic circulation. The drive-thru for the proposed Coffee Bean exits onto Corky's, Trader Joe's and Daiso parking, causing a traffic circulation problem for the center. He said the CC&R's govern a private contract between the Parcel Owners however, the City is taking an active participant roll by issuing permits and occupancy permits and benefitting from sales tax generated from the new development. He maintained that by the City granting these approvals he feels the City is taking rights granted under Parcel 2 and shifting these rights to Parcel 9 granting them extra parking notwithstanding the fact there are existing limitations in the CC&R's. If the appeal is denied he asked the Planning Commission to withhold issuance of occupancy permits until the City Council appeal is exhausted and time is provided after that hearing for them to take subsequent appropriate action. Commissioner Fletcher asks if the Parcels are an association. Roger Yuen said yes each of the 9 Parcels are subject to the same CC&R's. There is a common area of collections. Owner of Parcel 9 is designated as the management company. Chairman Oaxaca asked staff if the CC&R's call out a specific process for resolving disagreements between the parties. Mr. Yuen said there is a percentage vote where the CC& R's can be amended. Chairman Oaxaca asked if there has been an attempt to resolve this issue through a vote with the members of the association governed by the CC&R's. Mr. Yuen said the CC&R's provide absolute right for the owner of Parcel 2 to approve any reduction of parking in Parcel 9. If the owner of Parcel 2 wants to negotiate that is fine, if not Page 9 of 14 C1-Pg9 CITY O RANCHC} CUCAMONGA JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA and they believe it has an impact on Trader Joe's and Daiso tenants then they have an obligation to reduce the impacts on the available parking. Commissioner Fletcher asked if a property owner wants a reduction in parking, do they need 100% approval of the other owners and if it is stated in the CC&R's. Mr. Yuen said no. There is a statement in the staff report that states that but there is a specific authorization for the owner of Parcel 2 that can express the right to make this objection or require approval for every reduction in parking. Commissioner Fletcher asked if there was any request made prior to the application to the City. Mr. Yuen said they had a preliminary discussion that did not go anywhere. Commissioner Fletcher asked if the parking requirements mirror the City's parking requirements. Mr. Yuen said the language in the CC&R's states there is not a reduction in the permitted parking ratio. Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney states the CC&R's do not address the Development Code regulations to parking. The CC&R's are a separate private document and there is an enforcement mechanism for them and that is a private civil action in court. He said anything the Planning Director has done or what the Commission does tonight does not relinquish that remedy if the appellants chooses to exercise that. Donovan Collier representing the applicant, thanked staff for their hard work and stated he is in agreement with the recommendations in the staff report. As for the CC&R's they believe there is not violation with the parking issue and if there was the applicant would not have pursued the property. Edward Miller, Senior Traffic Engineer for Advantec Consultant Engineers said he was asked by the client to look at the existing conditions on the site. He said he put a drone out on Page 10 of 14 C1-Pg10 CITY O� RANCHO CUCAMQNGA JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Saturday, June 17, 2017 around 1:00 p.m. and counted 173 available parking spaces. In Zone 1 there were 48 available parking spaces, zone 2 had 45 available parking spaces. In front of Daiso and Trader Joe's there were 25 available parking spaces, zone 4 there were 45 available parking spaces and behind the building there were 30 available parking spaces. Chairman Oaxaca asked if there are members of the public to provide additional comments, seeing that there were none closed the public hearing. Commissioner Fletcher stated he shops in the shopping center all the time. It is popular, crowded and does have poor circulation. He said he was not sure if adding another restaurant in the center would complicate the stacking issue entering the complex. He said he can see both sides of this situation. Vice Chairman Macias agreed with Commissioner Fletcher. He too is a frequent shopper in the center and at peak times had to park further out but is okay with the extra walking. Ultimately it is up to the private entities to resolve things and adjust to the City requirements. He said he understands and sympathizes with the individual property owners that have an existing system and all of a sudden is complicated. Commissioner Munoz said he understands the issues in the center and has shopped when it is crowded and not crowded. He said given the information and the situation shared, he agreed with staffs recommendation. Commissioner Wimberly stated he did not believe the private entities CC&R's have the right to impose their will or wish upon the City's right to grant the entitlements. He said once the entitlement has been granted and those particular entities are in the property, then the CC&R's would take effect for those entities but those regulations are not imposed on the City. Also the center has open parking which means there are no entitlements for parking because the customers have the right to park in any of the zones. He agreed with staffs recommendation. Chairman Oaxaca agreed with staffs recommendation based on the information provided. He said there seems to be a mechanism within the CC&R's document to settle disputes and disagreements with the tenants. Page 11 of 14 C1-Pg11 JUNE 28, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA (Vick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney stated the Planning Commission is a quasi -adjudicative by enforcing the Development Code and under the Development Code it allows the City Planner to make certain findings before issuing the entitlements. He said the Commission is charged to review whether the City Planner's decision is supported by substantial evidence. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to adopt the resolution denying Appeal DRC2017-00437. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz updated the Commission regarding Senate Bill 649 which promises to allow local cities to keep their discretion over "small cell" installations in their communities. Commissioner Munoz noted the reality is for SB 649 the city loses authority over the wireless industries infrastructure. He said the reason why League of California Cities Transportation, Communication and Public Works Policy Committee voted not to support, but will support the right to communities for self-determination. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioner Fletcher commented on the cell phone tower east of Haven Avenue and south of the 210-Freeway. The upper portion of the structure is missing and is requested staff to look into correcting the issue. F. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned at 8:44 P.M. to a workshop held in the Rains Room to discuss PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2016-00626 — THERALDSON HOSPITALITY. Page 12 of 14 C1—Pg12 CITY OF RANCHO 6 CPLM }N A JAI JUNE 289 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on June 22, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga if you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Department at (909) 477-2750. 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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. Page 14 of 14 C1—Pg14 i�i JUNE 289 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER 8:51 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca _X_ Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer, Rob Ball, Fire Marshall; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Jennifer Palacios, Office Specialist ll. B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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 individuals embers 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. None C. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2016-00626 — THERALDSON HOSPITALITY DEVELOPMENT (THD) — A Pre -Application Review of the architecture for a proposed commercial development consisting of two (2) 5-story hotels totaling two hundred sixteen Page 1 of 6 C2—Pg1 i cr�r or=�ANCHo cu�AloN�a r#� h s= JUNE28,2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA (216) rooms and one (1) restaurant pad with a floor area of 8,000 square feet (including an outdoor dining area of 2,000 square feet) on a parcel of about 297,000 square feet (6.8 acres), that is part of a vacant property consisting of three (3) vacant parcels with a combined area of 25.6 acres (not including street dedications which will be vacated), located at the northeast corner of Haven Avenue and 4th Street in the Industrial Park (IP) District, Haven Avenue Overlay District; APN: 0210-081-21. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner gave a presentation and stated the applicant is back in front of the Planning Commission to present more detailed architecture as requested to do so by the Planning Commission at the last Pre -Application Review in December 2016. He noted the topics for discussion include: Enhanced glazing, various color schemes, if the plotting of the Hotel is the best layout, and vehicular access off of Haven Avenue. Don Cape with Tharaldson Hospitality Development thanked staff and said he looked forward to making this development happen. He clarified that there will be a restaurant that they feel fits best as well as what the City feels is best. Scott Brown with DesignCell Architecture spoke about the architecture and materials of the hotels. Mr. Brown presented a fiber cement panel that looks like a wood panel to be added to the tower elements and entries on both hotels. He said the Staybridge Suites color pallet is darker to modernize the look of the hotel and landscape lighting is softer to make it more comfortable for the guests staying in the hotel. He said the Home2 Suites represents the same elements with their signature element of lime green around the sign and also used sparingly around the side elements with soft frosted lighted glass behind the signage. Commissioner Wimberly expressed concern about the full view coming north on Haven Avenue. He said all he sees is trees coming up Haven Avenue; looking east coming into the property he did not see any signature statement. Commissioner Fletcher asked to see a new rendering with the landscape and buildings that have the existing monument sign. Mike Smith, Senior Planner said staff wanted to make the Commissioners aware of the building plotting and how the buildings are orientated on the property. He said staff is asking if the Commissioners are comfortable with the plot layout. Page 2 of 6 C2—Pg2 99 JUNE28,2017- PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Munoz said he thought they were done with the plotting and where the buildings are today including the restaurant have met the requirements. Chairman Oaxaca asked what treatment could be considered for that corner that will mitigate the lack of a significant restaurant structure that will not be there when the hotels are built that will help avoid the "airport look". He suggested there may be other treatments that are disposable to stand in place that gives a feel of something appealing in the meantime. Mr. Cape said they may be able to use the TOD Tax collected from the hotels to fund this. Vice Chairman Macias said in the meantime the biggest feature will be the parking lot minus the restaurant. He said they should think of a way to enhance that area in the meantime in lieu of the restaurant. He said they should think through the issue of the trees; he said he likes them. He said this is the entrance to the city and it was always meant to be the gateway to the city. He agreed with Commissioner Munoz that he is already comfortable with what is presented with respect to the plotting. He said they should look to a more refined entrance way. Mr. Cape said if they had a restaurant user ready to go before the grading operations, then the lack of landscape on the restaurant site would not be a concern. He said they would not want to have a dirt pad; they would have to landscape to satisfy their guests. He said the monument bookends the restaurant site and that is what drove the selection of plant material; this was a continuation of the monument across the street. He said they would landscape the area until they are able to bring that use forward. Commissioner Fletcher agreed with all of staffs concerns and the landscape rendering presented. He said he feels better that the applicant is confident a restaurant will be placed. Chairman Oaxaca said staff did bring up recommendations of the materials. He suggested they go back and work on the richer aspect of materials in the key locations to tie them together. He suggested they could use the entrance treatment on both hotels on the west elevation to south and north and even east to give a 360 degree feel. Mr. Brown said they will articulate the south end of both hotels with nicer materials. Page 3 of 6 C2-Pg3 CITY OF F�AtVCHO CUCAMONGA11 1 JUNE 28, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Perez said to confirm, the Commission wants additional enhancement in that area until the restaurant pad is developed. He said the site changes in the area for the plotting is agreeable. He said the color schemes are workable and the glazing provided is good. He noted the recommendation from staff that the Staybridge Suites should include additional enhancements and decorative material. Mr. Cape said they will add that additional treatment on the south end. Commissioner Munoz said they have done good work with staff and moving in the right direction. Mr. Perez received direction from the Commission that the tower features should be enhanced along the south side of both buildings. Mr. Cape said staff has been great and fantastic to work with and this is the product of their working relationship. D. ADJOURNMENT 9:53 P.M. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on June 22, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. /LS/ Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 4 of 6 C2—Pg4 J UN E 289 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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. 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. Page 5 of 6 C2—Pg5 JUNE28,2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 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 Clerk's Office and must b accompanied by a fee of $2,662 for all decisions of the Commission. (Fees are established and governed by the Cii. 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. Page 6 of 6 C2—Pg6 JULY 263 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 PM Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca x Vice Chairman Macias x Commissioner Fletcher A Commissioner Munoz _x_ Commissioner Wimberly _x_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer, Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary,- Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner 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 individuals embers 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. None Page 1 of 7 Cl-Pgl � T .. �`., <v�i�+ u`�JIL7: � � V 4 ' - � �M;.:J►i � f 4` .r ! � � � a�: Nd"'� � ���r°�' � 2y ,.�A . J U LY 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 June 28, 2017 C2. Consideration to adopt Adjourned Meeting (Workshop) Minutes of June 28, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Consent Calendar D. SCHEDULED MATTERS The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. D1. SELECTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION/PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN OFFICER POSITIONS Candyce Burnett, City Planner, noted Commissioner Fletcher acknowledged that he would be absent for this meeting and that he was ok with the remaining Commissioners proceeding with the selections as scheduled. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to affirm Commissioner Oaxaca as Chairman and Commissioner Macias as Vice Chairman for a 1-year term. D2. SELECTION OF THE COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE Moved by Macias, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to affirm Commissioners Wimberly and Macias to remain as regular members of the DRC and Commissioner Munoz as First Alternate. Page 2 of 7 C1—Pg2 JULY 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D3. SELECTION OF THE COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to affirm Commissioners Oaxaca and Fletcher. Commissioner Munoz was named first Alternate to the Trails Advisory Committee 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. El. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00726 - IPT ARROW ROUTE DC, LP - A request for site plan and architectural review of a 611,573 square foot industrial building on a vacant parcel of 26.63 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District on the north side of Arrow Route, about 1,200 feet east of Interstate 15, and about 2,600 feet west of Etiwanda Avenue — APN: 0229-021-60. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts has been prepared for consideration. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). She noted correspondence had been received regarding the proposed MND from the Department of Toxic Substances Control, Native American Heritage Commission, San Bernardino County Public works, A Law firm representing LiUna and So California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). She said she received an email from the consultants offering a technical response to SCAQMD and then later this afternoon she received an email with a response to those comments from SCAQMD; they stated that although they did not agree with all the responses provided by the consultant, they submitted no further comment. (Copies on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing seeing and hearing no further comment, he closed the public hearing. Russel Pierce, representing the applicant, thanked staff for their excellent assistance in Design Review and the CEQA process. He noted their team was available to answer questions. Page 3of7 C1—Pg3 r JULY 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Munoz noted it as a good project, he liked the design, he said it is attractive for being a tilt -up and he appreciated the hard work put into it. Commissioner Wimberly concurred and thanked the applicant for working with staff and making the changes that were recommended. Commissioner Macias said it was a straightforward project. Chairman Oaxaca said he drives by the site all the time and it is good to see the final outcome. He said it looks nice. He asked about the planned improvements on the North side of Arrow Route. Ms, Cavazos said the street will be widened and there will be a parkway with landscaping and a sidewalk. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer, said the traffic light currently to the north of the project on Arrow Route will also serve the new public street and will be modified, the street will be widened in front of the property and will again taper down to one lane in each direction. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Macias carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Design Review DRC2016-00726 and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts. E2 and E3 were heard concurrently. E2. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION REVOCATION DRC2017-00480 — BIANE FAMILY PROPERTIES - A request to revoke Design Review Modification DRC2016-00345, approved in error on November 9, 2016, for a request to revise the conditions of approval for DRC2007- 00951 (Planning Commission Resolution No.14-08) for the Biane Winery, a complex comprised of fifteen (15) buildings/structures and three (3) single-family residences located on two (2) parcels with a combined area of 10.41 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District located on the south side of 8th Street, between Hermosa and Archibald Avenues; APN: 0209- 201-19 and 20. On January 22, 2014, the Planning Commission adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for DRC2007-00951. 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 Negative Declaration. Continued from June 28, 2017 and re -advertised. Page 4 of 7 C1—Pg4 GIj OF RANGHo GUCAMgNCA. JULY 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E3. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION DRC2017-00481 — BIANE FAMILY PROPERTIES - A request to revise the conditions of approval for DRC2007-00951 (Planning Commission Resolution No.14-08) to allow for the demolition of two residential structures, both previously conditioned for off -site relocation, for the Biane Winery, a complex comprised of fifteen (15) buildings/structures and three (3) single-family residences located on two (2) parcels with a combined area of 10.41 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District located on the south side of 8th Street, between Hermosa and Archibald Avenues; APN: 0209-201-19 and 20. Staff has found the proposed project to be within the scope of a project covered by a previously approved Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration approved by the Planning Commission on January 22, 2014. Staff has prepared an addendum prepared per CEQA Section 15164 which does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in that Initial Study. Continued from June 28, 2017 and re -advertised. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Jerry Cockroft stated he is the Project Manager for Biane Family Properties and was available for questions. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Macias, carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Resolution Approving Design Review Revocation DRC2016-00480 (for previously approved Design Review Modification DRC2016-00345) and to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Design Review Modification DRC2017-00481. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None Page 5 of 7 C1—Pg5 CfTY OF RANCHO CUC�ANIONGA. JULY 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioner Munoz reported that he attended a Commissioner Training event. He said this is a new way for Commissioners to receive training and could be very beneficial to Commissioners from cities that may not have the same resources available to them that we have such as the League and other training opportunities. He said this new training was made available by BIA and such folks as the Lewis Group participated. He said this was a good source -and he found the event informative and good for communities that don't have what we have. He gave kudos to the groups that put it together and he said he gave them good feedback. G. ADJOURNMENT The Commission adjourned at 7:40PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on July 20, 2017, at least seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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, pleas, come forward to the podium located at the center of the staff table. State your name for the record and speak into th microphone. After speaking, please sign in on the clipboard located next to the speaker's podium. It is important to list Page 6of7 C1-Pg6 n CIlT1Y OF R�4NCH0� r � Spy � � � ; � a ' r v � t �� �,� w .• "� � ^ _ - � JULY 26, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,725 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 7of7 C1—Pg7 CITY G-F RANCH0 CUCANIUNGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:03 PM Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Nick Ghirelli, City Attorney,- Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer,- Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Dat Tran, Assistant Planner, Jana Cook, Community Improvement Manager; Michael Frasure, Building Inspection Supervisor, Rob Ball, Fire Marshall 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 individuals embers 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. Brian Heibelin, 12778 Camassia Court reported a haunted house operation is an issue in his neighborhood. He said it is loud, it takes 2 weeks to set up, there is excessive traffic, trash everywhere and a safety issue. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Page 1 of 12 Cl-Pgl RANGH9QUCi�M4NGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION 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. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of July 26, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly carried (4-0-1 Fletcher Abstain) to adopt the minutes of July 26, 2017. D. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS D1. INTRODUCTION TO THE CENTRAL PARK MASTER PLAN UPDATE Presentation by Dr. Sean Welsh, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, gave an update on the process and invited the public to the 3 workshops scheduled at Central park 6-8 pm. He distributed flyers and noted there is no funding for this project or on reserve for this project. 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. El. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2017-00400 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Title 17 (Development Code) of the Municipal Code to add a definition for "haunted house" and to add additional requirements for the operation of haunted house temporary uses. 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 the City Council for final action. Page 2 of 12 C1—Pg2 CITY RANCHO CUCAMCiNGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Dat Tran, Assistant Planner, gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) summarizing the code amendment proposal. It was noted that the attachment to the resolution is placed before the Commission for review. Rob Ball, Fire Marshall reviewed the Fire Code definition and noted that haunted houses are intentionally constructed to be confusing such as a maze with lack of lighting and this creates an atmosphere of suspense or anxiety. He said there are both Small (accommodate less than 50 people at a time) and large varieties of haunted houses. He said they received complaints last year and the impacts may need to be addressed with respect to haunted houses in residential neighborhoods. Chairman Oaxaca asked how many complaints were received. He said of the complaints one was associated with a residential type haunted house. Jana Cook, Community Improvement Manager said the Fire Department generally handled all reports and complaints although Community improvement dealt with noise complaints from larger commercial type operations. She said without regulations there is no way to enforce these operations.. She said she supports staffs recommendation. Chairman Oaxaca asked if she could give an example of a comparison. Ms. Cook said there is a large party ordinance, but enforcement is dependent upon if the hosts are repeatedly hosting large parties which means the police would have to come back more than once to enforce it. Since this use is not repetitive, there is no opportunity to come back. She said the complaints are typically foot traffic, property trespassing, noise, sanitation, trash, etc. Commissioner Wimberly ask about our capability for the city or our agencies to enforce anything. He asked what the City can do to them if they put up a haunted house without a permit. Ms. Cook said it is part of Title 1 of the Municipal Code/a misdemeanor which can be prosecuted criminally or administratively - she said there may also be Building Code violations. Page 3 of 12 C1-Pg3 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Michael Frasure, Building Inspection Supervisor said smaller haunted houses in neighborhoods are not typically violating the Building Code, but they do erect hazards. He said the larger ones have significant props, tunnels, walls and electrical issues. He said building permits would be required. He said a good example would be the haunted house operated by Bass Pro - it is regulated well. Mr. Tran noted that we also reached out to the public with a newspaper ad and others that contacted us and we gave the 3 largest haunted house operators an opportunity to provide comments to us. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing Dale Waterman 10185 Palo Alto said he has had a haunted house for 25 years and has operated a haunted house at this address with no complaints. He said they receive thanks and accolades from the neighbors for a fun and safe event. He said they cease at 10pm except on Friday & Saturday. He said he believes a ban on haunted houses in residential areas is an extreme response. He suggested the City limit the days/hoursland not allow for money or donations instead of approving the drafted amendment. Commissioner Fletcher asked if they advertise. Mr. Waterman said it is by word of mouth only with a fabric sign. Karen Michael 12789 Camassia Court said she has been a resident for 30 years and there is a haunted house that operates across the street from her. She said it goes for 4 days, late beyond 10:00 pm, thu6re is -trash, drinking, alcohol, and cigarette butts on her wall: She said the operator asked teenagers to provide security and there were other complaints on the street. She said the operator she is referring to does advertise on the internet and collected donations but they discovered the donation was "after expenses," therefore no money was actually donated. Mario Gonzalez, 7611 Duck Creek Place said he is an operator and a general contractor said it has been a tradition for many years. He said one year the Fire Department shut him down and he learned a lot from Rob Ball as to how to make the needed improvements. He said a buddy of his went commercial but he chose to stay residential. He said he donates to the children's hospital and never had complaints. He said they operate more than one' day. Page 4 of 12 C1-Pg4 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mohammed (-unintelligible-) said he is Mario's neighbor and his haunted house is a great addition to the community and a tradition. He said there are no complaints -it is safe and organized. Dale Waterman said these people (Mr. Gonzalez) seem to run an excellent operation- he said complaints were received for one haunted house. He suggested operating for one day should be acceptable. He said he would want to be sure if it's out of control it gets managed. Kevin Keilly residing at 10170 25th Street said he lives in the old town area- He said he had a haunted house and it expanded over the years -then he helped Dale and Mario with theirs. He suggested an alternate proposal (copy on file). He suggested restricted days/hours, the operation be totally free and no donations taken, no sales, a requirement to clear trash within a 100-foot radius /no advertising but allow them their facebook page and if the operator does not follow the rules then the City can deny future permits. Commissioner Macias asked if he has liability insurance for his haunted house operation. Mr. Keilly was unsure. Commissioner Fletcher asked if his haunted house is inside the house. - Mr. Keilly said it is all outside and not within the house. Commissioner Fletcher asked if he could do it at a church or community center as it becomes more than a neighborhood thing with crowds and using social media may not work out. Mr. Keilly said he works with the Waterman's on theirs. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Commissioner Macias said Halloween is great fun and he respects the traditions and neighborhood expectations however, there is always someone who messes it up for everyone else. He said he values the integrity of our residential community and public safety. He said he did not believe time or day constraints will limit the potential for complaints. He said if we allow these to continue and not regulate them, there will be more and more. He said the Page 5 of 12 Cl-Pg5 CITY RANCHO GUCAMflNGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA amendment is reasonable and prudent and if a haunted house is that sophisticated then it could be done in a rented -out facility. He also expressed concern about protecting residents and the operators. He said they need to demonstrate they have liability insurance. He said he -supports staff recommendation with the additional requirement that operators prove they have insurance. Commissioner Munoz agreed and empathized with those running good haunted house operations. He said he is concerned about the complaints about drinking/trash & other neighbor complaints and particularly took issue with using teenagers as guards/security. He said other persons come in from other communities for these and we need to ensure safety. He said any violation could be deadly and poses a real concern for children such as excess vehicles. He said operators of homemade haunted -houses can -not control all of these things. He said he has a concern for the City at large and supports the recommendation of staff Commissioner Wimberly concurred with all the prior comments and said some operators believe this amendment is harsh, but there are safety issues and, liability and therefore he supports the amendments. Commissioner Fletcher said he did not know if homeowners' insurance would cover this type of operation at a private residence. He said this situation is difficult to enforce and would be better held at some non-residential location. He said if they are doing it for donations -there is always a desire to raise more each year and therefore finding a different location would be better for their efforts. He said Rancho Cucamonga has a reputation as a safe and peaceful city - all residents should have quiet peaceful enjoyment of their neighborhood- staff did well assessing and hearing the concerns of all. He said a ban in residential areas is a good solution and does not restrict those who want haunted houses, it just requires a different location. Chairman Oaxaca thanked staff for the detailed report. He said he is a Halloween fan and guilty of decorating for Halloween. He said he initially believed there were many more complaints than what were reported by staff and there are two residential haunted houses that are managed responsibly. He said he would like additional discussion to provide a pathway for haunted houses in residential areas. He said community integrity also means there are opportunities for people to interact. He said he is sensitive to the challenges for staff to maintain safety and enforce and also has sensitivity to the neighbors. He said he feels this may be a heavy handed/sledgehammer to a small nail. He asked if any of the other commissioners were open to accommodate additional discussion. Page 6 of 12 C1-Pg6 P I WO F 8 TAWN CIiO GUC■�►Ml7NGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher said he neglected to mention social media, noting that it is very easy to inundate a neighborhood with outside residents coming in. He said when haunted houses become competitive with the need to be better each year then it is not a neighborhood event anymore as they are drawing people outside of city. He said this principal can also apply to parties and other events and it causes severe problems. He said he had over 300 people show up to a party and the Police Department came and shut it down. He said If we allow haunted houses in residential areas this will occur. Chairman Oaxaca said the speaker noted it was his personal Facebook page meaning his own followers, and not advertising. Vise Chairman Macias said as these continue, they become more popular and just like cellphones and texting-this will continue to "haunt" their activities -kids will text and meet there. He said he was not sure this is a community activity as these activities attract the younger folks that may not necessarily be from that neighborhood. He added that the word spreads year over year. He said his decision still stands -it's about the integrity of residential communities. Commissioner Munoz concurred with Commissioners Fletcher & Macias - he said it is an activity that will get bigger. He said the Commission is not here to discuss alternatives as a have proposal is before us that has been researched. He said we have to give the first responders, the Planning department, the code, and the Building Official what they need to keep public safe. He said he is glad some clean up after themselves but these can create a nuisance. He moved to approve staffs recommendation. Vice Chairman Macias said he would also like to consider adding language to require applicants to prove they have liability coverage for the uses in the General Industrial and Commercial areas. Nick Ghirelli, City Attorney said we are not prepared to provide that language tonight but that the City Risk Manager should advise us on that. He recommended we could include language to show proof of liability insurance as well as making the definition for haunted houses be made consistent with the definition from the California Building and Fire Code. Page 7 of 12 C1-Pg7 CITY �F RANCHQ C CWA9"M0 AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-1 (Oaxaca opposed) to adopt the resolution as amended with the corrected definition recommending approval of Development Code Amendment DRC2017-00400 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. The Commission asked for an inclusion of a requirement of applicant/haunted house operators to provide proof of liability insurance. Staff will pursue the request with the City Risk Manager. E2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00206 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to amend tables and text, including clarifying text as necessary, in the General Plan to allow the development of land that contains slopes of 30 percent or greater. Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Design Review DRC2012-00672, Variance DRC2016-00207, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This application will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. E3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP MODIFICATION SUBTT16605M - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request subdivide 24.19 acres into 6 parcels for the development of 175 condominium units in the Mixed Use (MU) District located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; 207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Design Review DRC2012-00672, Variance DRC2016-00207, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. E4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2012-00672 = PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to develop 175 attached condominium units on 24.19 acres of land in Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and the Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; APN: 207- 101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Variance DRC2016- 00207, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. Page 8 of 12 C1—Pg8 ,Cm 1TY OF RANCHOUCAf111ONGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2016-00207 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to exceed the 30 foot building envelop established by Development Code Section 17.122.020.D.1.e.(i and ii) for the develop 175 attached condominium units on 24.19 acres of land in the Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and the Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; APN: 207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Design Review DRC2012-00672, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. E6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT - DRC2012-00673 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to remove 188 trees associated with the proposed development of 175 attached condominium units on 24.19 acres of land in Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and the Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; APN: 207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Design Review DRC2012-00672, and Variance DRC2016-00207. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED TO AN UNSPECIFIED DATE. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, noted two items of correspondence had been received related to the project application; one from the Department of Fish and Wildlife suggesting an additional mitigation measure and the other from Hank Stoy, a Red Hill resident in opposition of the development (copies on file and placed before the Commission). He said staff is asking to continue the items to- allow time to address comments and to allow for an additional neighborhood meeting prior to the Planning Commission public hearing. He said the neighborhood meeting is next Thursday at the Lions Community Center from 6:30-7:30 pm. He said notices can be mailed out tomorrow. He said although the Staff report recommends a continuance to a non-specific date, staff now recommends they be continued to the August 23, 2017 hearing date. He said the items will be re -noticed, posted and advertised. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Hank Stoy 8509 Calle Carabe thanked Mr. Grahn for being so accessible and responsive. He said he did not have specific project comments at this time and he and some other individuals Page 9 of 12 C1—Pg9 G41TY t F RtANGH0 0-06 fQNGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA will come to the next hearing. He said they expect to get notice and the next meeting may not allow for enough notice. He suggested it be continued to the first meeting in September instead. Commissioner Fletcher said he sensed Mr. Stoy did not think it was enough time for noticing. Mr. Grahn said that with the new mailing notice and the neighborhood meeting there should be enough time. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to continue Items E2-E6 to the August 23, 2017 meeting date and that the items would be re -advertised for that date. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz noted our representatives in Sacramento. will be addressing housing issues when they reconvene. He said one Bill holds cities to RHNA numbers and removes any latitude from cities. He said he is opposed. He also noted Bill 649 and that our City is on record as being opposed. He said once the Bill is published there is only a 3-day window to effectively oppose the decision. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None F. ADJOURNMENT 8:43 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on August 3, 2017, seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Page 10 of 12 C1-Pg10 CITY OF RATS CHO CUCAMONGA AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION_ MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 11 of 12 C1—Pg11 AUGUST 9, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,725 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 12 of 12 C1—Pg12 AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 PM Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias A Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz Commissioner Wimberly _X_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner 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 individuals embers 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. Pat Gonzalez stated he lives on Red Hill. He expressed concern regarding Items D3-D7 with respect to traffic and the right only turn access to the site. He said traffic will cut through the Red Hill area to get to Base Line Road to the north. Page 1 of 13 Cl-Pgl �'�, �hF s , A ►. �,} 1�{,�' .' �` d •'.rrr'r 34 �, ,, '�N'�C. sY .�?'� ivy s'a-3 � �r-�{a�MV,,y� ``1 t, V VL►t �`.''. � fi ,� �Y P� `"� ��.: "' A,�C-_55�q; yti4:'}�� AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 August 9, 2017 Moved by Wimberly seconded by Fletcher carried 3-0-2 (Munoz, Macias absent) D. 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. D1. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20105 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 82 acres into five (5) parcels located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 6th Street, south of the Metrolink/BNSF rail line, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APN: 0209-272-20. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015- 00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Page 2 of 13 C1—Pg2 'V' JU L! 4"L7' O s ,h s ,� m �£� � t �s,`"i�,a; $Y ��`r� � ' a, �► r. AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked for clarification of the new condition and if it relates to the construction of public facilities. Candyce Burnett, City Planner, said the condition was crafted so the CFD would be in place prior to any development so all facilities supported by the City would be maintained and the CFD was also fully 100% funded. She said the condition was negotiated by our legal team, Planning and Engineering staff and satisfied the developer and the City. It allows the developer to sell off parcels but it also funds the CFD prior to improvements that are maintained by the CFD, public improvements such as public streets, parklets, and a community facilities building. Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney said the developer is required to build certain public improvements as part of each initial map and then as lots are sold the public improvements will be conditioned before the development can occur. Bill Kennedy, Project Manager, said they accept the revised condition and all conditions. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing none, he closed the public hearing. Commissioner Wimberly said the process was sufficient, move forward. Commissioner Fletcher said it is straightforward. Moved by Fletcher seconded by Wimberly carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to adopt Resolution No. 17-73 approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20105. D2. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20073 - LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. - A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 84 acres into twenty-seven (27) parcels and one (1) lettered lot located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment Page 3 of 13 C1-Pg3 Chi Y �tw RANCHO CUC#NM NN' G � e� A • , AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Hearing and seeing no comment, he closed the public hearing. Bill Kennedy, Project Manager, said he had no additional comments, they accept all the conditions. Moved by Fletcher seconded by Wimberly carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to adopt Resolution No. 97-74 approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 Items D3-D7 were heard concurrently. D3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016- 00206 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to amend tables and text, including clarifying text as necessary, in the General Plan to allow the development of land that contains slopes of 30 percent or greater. Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Design Review DRC2012-00672, Variance DRC2016-00207, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This application will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 9, 2017 D4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP MODIFICATION SUBTT16605M - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request subdivide 24.19 acres into 6 parcels for the development of 175 attached condominium units in the Mixed Use (MU) District located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; 0207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 0207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Design Review DRC2012-00672, Variance DRC2016-00207, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 9, 2017. Page 4 of 13 C1—Pg4 AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2012-00672 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to develop 175 attached condominium units on 24.19 acres of land in Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and the Pacific Electric Trail Right -of - Way; APN: 0207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 0207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Variance DRC2016-00207, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 9, 2017. D6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2016-00207 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to exceed the 30 foot building envelop established by Development Code Section 17.122.020.D.1.e.(i and ii) for the develop 175 attached condominium units on 24.19 acres of land in the Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and the Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; APN: 0207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 0207-112- 09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Design Review DRC2012-00672, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 9, 2017. D7. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT - DRC2012-00673 - PACIFIC SUMMIT FOOTHILL, LLC - A request to remove 180 trees associated with the proposed development of 175 attached condominium units on 24.19 acres of land in Mixed Use (MU) District, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Red Hill Country Club Drive and the Pacific Electric Trail Right -of -Way; APN: 0207-101-13, 17, 24, 25, 31, 34, and 41 and 0207-112-09 and 10. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16605M, Design Review DRC2012-00672, and Variance DRC2016-00207. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 9, 2017. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint Presentation (copy on file). He said the revised conditions of approval include two new conditions and were placed before the Commission for consideration: #3 (Planning Condition) re: the requirement to provide a pedestrian connection to the PE trail at the east side of the project and Engineering Condition #14 re: Master Plan Storm Drain Line 111-1 be constructed. (copy on file). The new conditions have been incorporated into the attached standard Page 5 of 13 C1-Pg5 AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA conditions with the resolutions. Prior correspondence received before this agenda production is attached to the staff report. Mr. Grahn noted additional correspondence was received since agenda production regarding the environmental docs submitted by Natasha Walton (discussion follows). Commissioner Fletcher asked if the western half of the site is 30% slope or greater. He asked how long the area has been zoned for mixed use. He also asked for a landscape plan visual with respect to the historical nature of the Sycamore Inn and if a technical geological report was provided and if there are any concerns with respect to construction on that slope. Mr. Grahn said the site has been zoned Mixed Use since about early 2000, only about 6% of the site is 30% or greater; the applicant will provide a visual of the landscape plan around Sycamore Inn later in the presentation. He noted the geotechnical report was provided and analyzed -the report indicates the soil condition and construction on the slope is not a concern. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the recreational amenities and noted 5 are required but only 4 are listed in the staff report but there are multiples of some amenities which in his mind does not constitute 5. He suggested if pets are allowed to live in the units, the developer should consider putting in a dog park for an additional amenity. Mr. Grahn said staff looked at the total number which satisfies the requirement. He deferred to the applicant. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Chad Stadnicki, Project Manager, thanked the Commission and staff. He said Mr. Grahn has been very helpful with comments and analysis. He noted that in 2006, they had the approvals needed but no market for the product. He said the Site Plan only had a 5-year life and then they decided they could do it better. He gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) and said the new plan tries to address impacts to views, traffic, parking and also enhances Foothill Boulevard and the Sycamore Inn. Mark Rogers, the planner for the applicant, continued with their PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He commented on the landscaping and buffer provided around the Sycamore Inn site. Page 6 of 13 C1—Pg6 ��'� • �, O � _,- � + .. f �yt L,� S �.a�t �, j� y_..,5 ���*ik3 �y?.6 ._ AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher spoke re: the amenities and suggested they add a dog park as that should be easy and would satisfy the 5 amenities requirement. Mr. Rogers agreed and said there is opportunity to be creative. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Hank Stoy, a resident of the Red Hill area noted Mr. Grahn and Mr. Stadnicki were very accessible and responsive although he still had concerns. He referred to his letter and newspaper articles. He said the residents had prior assurances that it was safe to manufacture the slope but some existing residences have experienced problems. He said the traffic plan -creates dangerous U-turns, and the regular access and emergency access point is at the far west end. He expressed concern about the added time needed for first responders to travel from the west end of the site to the east end. Paul Gomez, residing in the Red Hill area expressed concern about disturbing the bottom of the slope/hill as he lives on top of the hill. He asked why the General Plan Amendment is needed. He asked more attention be given to existing, unfinished development and suggested using the removed trees be planted in the unfinished medians. Terri DiMarco, a Red Hill resident said traffic is her biggest concern; making a left turn into Red Hill off Vineyard takes a long time (2 lights). She said cars are already using the neighborhood as a pass thru to get to Carnelian and north to Base Line Road. She said noise from Foothill Boulevard will increase. She objected to removing trees and wished they could be replanted and preserve the heritage trees. She said she opposes blocked views in the area and is not in favor of building on the slope. She said there -is already an increase of crime; mail boxes are being broken into. She said she liked the rural feel of the area. She asked the neighborhood be saved from this development and asked the proposal be rejected. Natasha Walton, a local biologist said her letter is on file. Her letter expresses concern re: loss of character of the hillsides. She said desert cottontails, white sage and the trees are present, and she requested more native plants and trees than non-native plants and trees to provide habitat for the existing animal population. She has a concern about the bats and their habitat and allowing them to safely abandon the existing trees progressively. She said the lighting should be screened and noted the lights of the restrooms at the Page 7 of 13 C1-Pg7 ��. • n x +� its�'`j fi �� '� � ` Y i t AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA trailhead are not shielded and we should preserve the night sky -LED lights are too bright and they affect the birds. She said she would like the City to buy the property and turn it into a park. She said no surveys were supplied for bats -she said to minimize impact to bats a progressive removal of trees should be done. Jack Lieberman, a Red Hill resident, said he attended 3 prior meetings concerning the project. He expressed concern re: GPA. He there is some misunderstanding regarding the geological history. He said LA is built on an Arroyo Seco (dry river bed). He said this project area is similar stating there are 4 hills with ravines -the riverbeds fill with rain waters and this was not mentioned in studies. He said the property has not been properly described. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. He said he heard concerns regarding re: alteration of slopes, traffic management, accesslegress, redirection of traffic through the Red Hill neighborhood, and the GPA with respect to the Development Code. Dan Eberhardt stated he is with the applicant's Engineering firm; the geotechnical consultant since 2002. He said there are cut slopes — 2: 9 slopes, 60 feet high. He said they have been analyzed under all types of conditions — dry, saturated, earthquake -the safety factors exceed what is required. He said studies were also done for fill slopes and in all cases they are comfortable; this is not an issue. He said with respect to the MSE wall and gross stability all was evaluated and deemed safe and above the minimum requirements. He said the next phase after final grading plans are prepared will be to re- analyze the conditions. He said he takes exception to Mr. Liebermans' comments about there being 4 hills. The hill has erosion channels come from off -site (prior development) and most of the area is an elevated alluvial terrace. He said it erodes when it has concentrated flows and no underground streams were observed. Commissioner Fletcher said he generally believes a developed slope is more stable than undeveloped slope. Mr. Eberhardt said they analyze that it will be stable after it has been cut into: this slope is far in excess of the minimum safety requirements. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the drainage following development. Page 8 of 13 C1—Pg8 �;��1/�iat •. + /` ' --.0 t -Y `+.. psi ✓ ::Xx� 4fyy �,3 .d K ,. ,� a '� ��� ' AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mark Reider of David Evans and Associates, Civil Engineer said he has been involved since 2004. He said the existing development was built with outlet pipes that cause erosion and some of the gullies. He said there is a master plan storm drain facility that is provided and the storm drain system will drain to that facility as part of the project. He said it will collect the run-off. He said in final engineering a hydrology study will be provided along with hydraulic analysis. He said they are very aware of the hillside and drainage conditions and their storm drain plans will address that in the future. Chairman Oaxaca asked for comment regarding the traffic. Dan Close, Senior Traffic Engineer (representing the applicant) said the restricted movement allows for better flow on Foothill Boulevard. He said it does create more U- turns and it is not uncommon to restrict driveways from a major arterial. He said the study indicates 1,000 additional daily trips over a 24-hour period -a relatively small number. He said with respect to `cut thru traffic, their study accounted for this and they also considered the City's study done in 2009. He said traffic movements have been consistent over the last 6 years and it is likely the `cut thru' patterns will remain the same -additional trips through the neighborhood will be minimal. He said much of the traffic relates to children being delivered to the elementary school. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer, reported that last Wednesday at the Public Works Subcommittee, the Engineering Services Director, Jason Welday, discussed preliminary options he will be presenting to the Committee in the next couple of months to rehabilitate the west end of Foothill Boulevard from the PE Trail to Grove Avenue. (slide provided -copy on file) One option may include not widening Foothill Boulevard to 6 lanes because of regional improvements to the County such as the 210 Freeway which has redistributed traffic throughout the County (lessening the need for the originally proposed widening project). He said the proposed project will include a new traffic signal and the construction of a new alignment to Red Hill Country Club Drive which will be evenly spaced with existing signals along the corridor. He said the final design of the future improvements along Foothill Boulevard may or may not include a median in the final design. Flexibility has been given on the conditions of approval when it comes to a temporary physical barrier being installed to prevent left -turn movements from the proposed project driveway. Commissioner Fletcher asked what type of temporary barriers can be installed, two options were discussed; one is pavement delineators which can be glued to the ground or Page 9 of 13 C1-Pg9 � CiTY f)F RANC'H(►) CUCAMt�1NCA AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA a raised median between 2 or 3 feet in width as not to impact business access to the south of the project (Magic Lamp and Vince's). Commissioner Fletcher noted that it has been a long time since the original proposal. He said the design is attractive and is a much better plan. He said with respect to the zoning: he said the facts and findings almost creates the argument that it never should have been mixed use but it is mixed use. He said the Developer listened to residents and incorporated those things into their plan. He said it does have lower density and he likes the live/work units; a nice City asset. He said the architectural design is very nice and good parking. He said his geological concerns were satisfied and trees can be replaced with more. He said the preservation of Bear Gulch is good. He said he wants the fifth amenity to be added; perhaps a dog park. Commissioner Wimberly concurred with all of his comments. He said he likes the Live/work units work well provided they are conditioned properly meaning no living in the work part of the unit. He said it needs to be used as a mixed use. He said the architect worked well with staff and he worked with them on DRC -they met all the requirements. He said the project will be an improvement to that part of the City Chairman Oaxaca thanked staff and noted that time has worked in their favor with the addition of the property to the west, there is now a reduction of density and added amenities and architecture. He said the main concerns regarding the slope have been addressed and this is the best possible outcome. He asked staff to clarify the need for the GPA with respect to the Development Code. Mr. Grahn replied that it is to reestablish consistency between the Development Code and the General Plan. Moved by Fletcher seconded by Wimberly carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to adopt the resolutions recommending the City Council approve General Plan Amendment DRC2016-00206 (Resolution No. 17-75) and the Mitigated Negative Declaration which will be forwarded to the City Council for final action and that the Planning Commission adopt the Resolutions approving SUBTT16605M (Resolution No. 17-76); Design Review DRC2012-00672 (Resolution No. 17-77); Variance DRC2016-00207 (Resolution No. 17- 78) and Tree Removal Permit DRC2012-00673 (Resolution No. 17-79) The motion included Commission direction for staff to work with the applicant to achieve the addition of a fifth amenity on the project site and they accepted the revised standard conditions as Page 10 of 13 C1-Pg10 ClTI� 0 RANCHO CUCAMONGA AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA placed before them on the dais (specifically Planning Condition #3 and Engineering Condition #14) D8. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT DRC2017-00619 — DR HORTON — A request for a Development Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and DR Horton for the purpose of providing vested development rights and establishing permit thresholds and development timelines related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. The City Council adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for this project on July 19, 2017. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review of a previously adopted Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final review and action. CONTINUANCE REQUESTED. Donald Granger, Senior Planner noted the agreement is still under review and that staff is requesting a continuance to the next meeting on September 13, 2017. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and hearing and seeing no comment asked the Commission for a motion to leave the hearing open to the September 13, 2017 meeting. Mr. Granger said the staff report will have the agreement attached and a summary of the major terms of the agreement and a summary of the background and applicable Code sections that is being recommended to Council. Moved by Wimberly seconded by Fletcher carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to continue Development Agreement DRC2017-00619 to the regular meeting on September 13, 2017. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None Page 11 of 13 C1—Pg11 •L a � y `ti AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None F. ADJOURNMENT 9:30 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on August 17, 2017 seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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, Page 12 of 13 C1-Pg12 GETY RANGHO GUCAM�DNGA AUGUST 23, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 Secretaryfor 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 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 $2,725 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. Page 13 of 13 C1-Pg13 r SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias A Commissioner Fletcher _X Commissioner Munoz _A__ Commissioner Wimberly _X— Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney,- Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Brian Sandona, Associate Engineer; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner 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 individuals embers 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. None C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 8 Cl—Pg1 M1.0ji- SEPTEMBER HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 August 23, 2017 Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent), to adopt the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 23, 2017. 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. STATUS UPDATE REGARDING PREPARATION OF THE NORTH EASTERN SPHERE ANNEXATION PROJECT - Including General Plan Amendment DRC2015- 00749, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00750, North Eastern Sphere Annexation Specific Plan DRC2015-00751, Zoning Map Amendment DRC2015- 00752, and related Environmental Impact Report. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner gave the staff report. David Sargent of Sargent Town Planning, gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) Ruta Thomas of Dudek summarized the CEQA process. She said no Initial Study was prepared because this project is very complex and staff believed from the start that the issues should be fully covered in an EIR that would include all the necessary technical and biological studies. She said the draft document should be released in early 2018 and other opportunities to receive public comments will occur as this process is just beginning. Commissioner Wimberly commented that although we had a workshop he questioned the presentation as it indicated to him that we are in full development mode without briefing the Commission. He asked for clarification. Candyce Burnett, City Planner said the joint workshop with the City Council was the first opportunity to give an overview of the intentions/concepts including removing the ENSP Page 2 of 8 C1—Pg2 OTC., U,� 'M__ - - SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MiNUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA from the area and creating a new plan for the annexation area. She said that following the workshop, bio areas were discovered that we needed to accommodate for conservation. She said the Specific Plan is only in the conceptual phase. She said this is an opportunity to provide comments. She said the plan will be a master guiding document for future development. She noted that as new development projects come in to the plan area they will have to provide their own environmental review. She said the Plan document and environmental review will be provided at a later time; the applicant is just showing us some general styles that may be used in the future development. Commissioner Fletcher noted that the conceptual layout has changed a lot since the workshop. He asked about acreage dedicated to commercial uses as they could help the City financially. He said he likes the concept that it would be a little community on its own. He said for him it is a priority that there should be enough commercial uses so they don't have to come down the hill for restaurants and services. He said he likes the orientation of streets with views and he would like to see an opportunity for estate size lots. He said he is generally good with the direction this is going although the expanded conservation area has taken away some opportunities. He expressed some frustration about reestablishing the area with the hope that the SBKR would return. He liked the idea of Mincro-transit and connections to the Metrolink station on Milliken. He asked for clarification regarding water flow and the idea of cutting some levees. He said he would like lots of workshops on this proposal. Mr. Sargent said about 30 acres is envisioned for commercial uses and their strategy is to allow that to become bigger to allow them room to be successful. He said an additional small mixed use center "College Center" to the southwest of the main central area will be within biking distance of the college and some small or Micro -transit options could help make connections. With respect to water flows he said the levee for Day Creek is a big barrier for fire and water but some levee portions can be cut to allow some water flow to assist in reestablishing the conservation area to what it once was. He said County zoning allows housing in the upper section of the Plan area but by annexing, that will be removed from residential offering greater ability for the City to control future development. It will keep homes out of the high fire zone, help bio habitats, and prevent spotty, un-regulated development that could drain City resources. He said they are working on the documents and value the Commissioners input early -on while changes can still be made. Page 3 of 8 C1-Pg3 vi�i1 L►'✓�/ � � � ,.` � + }'.., � �:;, f. �� 'S"a r ;4� k r. )i .t. f e'S'� � �. 1,� 7 SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Oaxaca said he likes the direction so far and is optimistic. He said he favors taking advantage of incorporating standards that we could not do in other parts of the City and he said they should take advantage of the views. He expressed a little concern about the distance between the town center and mixed use development. He said this will make the Micro -transit option more important. He noted the higher fire risk further north in the City. He said he did not want to create a path for fire danger. He said the levee helps raise the level of fire protection. He said he is glad to see a pattern of density that accommodates the different types of residential development. He said he wants to see much more of the proposed plans. Mr. Sargent noted that our Fire Department keeps them thinking much about wildfire. He said "the Edge" includes fuel modification zones and will help serve as a good fire protection edge and confirmed the levees are also good barriers. He said they are preparing development standards now and there could be large -lot view homes -possibly 1-acre sites. Ms. Burnett said she appreciates the Commissioners' comments and staff will find more opportunities for them to review during the process. _ The Secretary received and filed the report. 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. El. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT DRC2017-00619 — DR HORTON — A request for a Development Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and DR Horton for the purpose of providing vested development rights and establishing permit thresholds and development timelines related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. The City Council adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Page 4 of 8 C1—Pg4 f „ 1 CITY flF I�AIVCIIQ CUCAMONGA SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA environmental impacts for this project on July 19, 2017. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review of a previously adopted Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final review and action. CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 23, 2017. Donald Granger, Senior Planner gave the report and recommended the item to be continued to an unspecified date as there still is not a complete agreement to bring forward. He noted the applicant was not present to comment. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to continue the item to an unspecified date. E2. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19836 - YOUSEF AUDI - A request to subdivide a 0.92-acre site into 2 parcels of land in the Low (L) District at the southeast corner of Wilson Avenue and Winchester Court - APN: 0201-182-07. Staff has determined the project to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15315, Minor Land Divisions. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. The applicant made no comment. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly, carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to adopt the Resolution approving SUBTPM19836. E3. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19796 — HARPREET VERMA - A request to subdivide 2.63 acres of land into 2 parcels in the Estate Residential (ER) District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan and the Equestrian Overlay District located at the northwest corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Amber Lane at 5992 Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 0225-111-36. Staff has determined the project to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15315, Minor Land Divisions. Page 5of8 C1—Pg5 RANCHO DQA' rQt.GAywa. SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE f RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. The applicant made no comment. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 3-0-2 (Macias, Munoz absent) to adopt the Resolution approving SUBTPM19796. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioner Fletcher asked about the progress and anticipated completion of development occurring on the Northwest corner of Archibald Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. Candyce Burnett, City Planner said they are meeting City timeline thresholds albeit slow, the delay may have been due to a change in ownership and/or construction teams. G. ADJOURNMENT 8:12 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on September 7, 2017 seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Page 6 of 8 C1-Pg6 A.. CITY ►� ANC O CiJCA NGA SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Jennifer Palacios Office Specialist II City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 to the City Council within 10 calendar days. Any appeal filed must be directed to the City Clerk's Office Page 7of8 C1-Pg7 CITY�F RANCHO C=IIOt�GA SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,725 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 8 of 8 C1—Pg8 e cITY"OFAT9g2 �� h"N5P�0Y SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER 7:00 PM Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca A Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher _X_ Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly —A— 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 individuals embers 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. None 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. Page 1 of 10 C2—Pg 1 C'fTY OF RAN I22=0 NGA alb' SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2017 The adoption of the minutes was continued to the next meeting. 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. SELECTION OF COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO SERVE ON THE PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE Moved by Munoz seconded by Fletcher, carried 3-0-2 (Oaxaca, Wimberly absent) to select Commissioner Macias to serve on the Public Art Committee (2-year term). 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. El. PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2015-00749, NORTH EASTERN SPHERE ANNEXATION SPECIFIC PLAN DRC2015-00751, ZONING MAP AMENDMENT DRC2015- 00752, AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2015-00750 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - An opportunity for the public to give testimony pertaining to the environmental issues to be addressed in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for approximately 4,115 acres to be annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga, which proposes to maintain the northerly 2,915 acres as a "conservation priority area" with limited development and transfer of development rights, and to allow development in the southerly 1,200 acre "development priority area" with land uses to include conservation, residential, commercial, and civic for a project area extending from Haven Avenue, easterly to the City's boundary with Fontana, and from the northerly City limits to the San Bernardino National Forest boundary in the City's Sphere -of -Influence - APNs: 0201-033-32, -35 through -40, -43, and -44, 0201-191-27 and -28, 0201-272-14 through -18, 0201-281-02, -04 through -10, -13, Page 2 of 10 C2—Pg 2 L0IA C-F RANCH()IC@Q AMOIVGA SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA -14, -16 through -22, 0225-091-03, 05, and -06, 225-092-01, 0225-101-32, 0225-152-06 through -11, and -17, 0225-161-42, 0226-061-03, -07, -16, -20, -26, -27, -28, -33, -47, -56, - 57, -61 through -71, -73 through -78, 0226-082-08, -19, -20, -21, and -30, 1074-351-01, -04, - 05, and -06, 1087-051-02 through -14, -16 through -27, 1087-061-01 through -21, and 1087- 071-01 through -14, and 16 through -21. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner gave the staff report_ He announced the NOP will be re- released for another 30 days because the first release was insufficient in project description/content. David Sargent from Sargent Town Planning gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) summarizing the NESAP and plan objectives. Commissioner Fletcher asked what the open area is to the south of the conservation priority area east of the development area. He asked about the estimate of the new population calculation for the new development area. - Candyce Burnett, City Planner, said the open area is previously approved maps (Tracy and Richland). They are in the Very Low and Very Low and Low Residential Districts. She explained that for the purposes of preparing the environmental documents, the consultants will use the dwelling unit density combined with the Department of Finance numbers that are based upon the average number of persons per household. She said we will use the worse - case scenario to project traffic impacts etc. She said the consultants do not have those numbers now but they will be working on it. Commissioner Fletcher asked if there is public access to the conservation area. Ms Burnett said there is some public access, and some access points are private. Vice Chairman Macias asked about the review of future development following the E/R process. Ms. Burnett said it is a Program E/R and so the development would have to tier off this E/R or some other supplemental environmental review must be done for future development applications. Page 3 of 10 C2-Pg 3 STY RaNCH �U�annoNOa SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Vice Chairman Macias confirmed that layout and project specifics will come later and that this EIR is for drafting the Specific Plan. Ruta Thomas of Dudek (environmental consultant) gave a presentation (copy on file) about the timeline and formation of the environmental docs and process. She said the study will analyze potential impacts of potential population increases. There will be additional time to comment as the NOP will circulate for an additional 30 days. She noted that all comments are considered and responded to. Vice Chairman Macias opened the public hearing for Public Scoping comments. Sam Martinez, Assistant Executive Officer from LAFCO, stated they appreciate the recirculation of the NOP and that they will provide comments. Commissioner Fletcher expressed surprise that there were no members of the public to comment. He asked about the noticing methods used. He said the list of topics appears comprehensive. He said he would like a virtual presentation of what the community may look like once developed. He said because of the location it should be high end - not apartment complexes; perhaps attached residential units. He said a school site set aside is good idea if the population is large enough; there might be room for a high school. He said this might eliminate some school traffic experienced in the residential areas below. Commissioner Munoz asked staff to talk about the noticing of the meeting. Mr. Grahn said he shares the concern and community involvement is crucial. He said the scoping notices were sent to agencies responsible for input regarding the formulation of the EIR as well as a large legal notice in the newspaper. He said there will be other opportunities for the community to comment at outreach meetings. Commissioner Fletcher reflected on past scoping meetings wherein the public and environmentalists came to speak. He said there are established neighborhoods near the project area and it affects the entire City -perhaps a reporting to the newspaper or using the "Next Door" application would be helpful. Ms. Burnett said we placed a large advertisement in the Daily Bulletin. She said staff intends to make it more personal with a reach out to schools, HOAs & other agencies. She said we did the required noticing, but we will need to be more site specific at smaller meetings. Page 4 of 10 C2-Pg 4 ' ` 4 i SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Francie Palmer, Communications Manager, said we will use social media and reach out to the community with a FAQ on the website. She said we will do invitational outreaches to stakeholder groups and at school board meeting, CVWD, and HOA's and some online engagement. She said a mailing is planned for the FAQ. She noted that the City can't see comments on Next Door, we need folks to report to us if there are comments. She noted the City will be filming tomorrow a segment about Healthy RC with an emphasis on the conservation area. Commissioner Munoz appreciated the information and said he is glad about upcoming notifications. No members of the public spoke. The Secretary noted the Commissioner's comments and will forward the comments received to the environmental consultants in preparation of the environmental documents and studies. E2. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2017-00725 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Titles 8 and 17 of the Municipal Code to amend regulations regarding cannabis activity within the City. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA sections 15061(13)(3) and 15305. This item will be forwarded to City Council for final action. Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation_ (copy on file) Commissioner Fletcher asked if they can deliver by mail and if minors can be prescribed medical marjuana. Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney said the City and State cannot regulate the mail. He said the City can regulate the commercial and non-commercial delivery. He said he will check to see if minors can get a prescription for medical marijuana. Vice Chairman Macias asked if this measure is passed can they apply for a building structure in which to grow the plants. Page 5 of 10 C2-Pg 5 �Tv►F Haueaon� GA SEPTEMBER27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ms. Nakamura said they would still have to follow all land use limits for lot coverage, etc. and the building structure would have to go through the regular building permitting and inspection process. Mr. Ghirelli noted that the building official does not ask the purpose of a building. If its permitted, they can receive a permit to build it. Ms. Nakamura said the chart (see attachment to staff report) is needed because permits may be needed for example, an electric panel to handle the load of the grow lights. Vice Chairman Macias expressed concern that we may be encouraging illegal growing operations. Commissioner Munoz noted that 6 plants are allowed per residence. He asked hypothetically if one can grow more than that if he is growing for his neighbors. Ms. Nakamura said this is per residence and not per resident irrespective of the number of occupants in the house, only 6 plants are allowed per house (or dwelling unit). Vice Chairman Macias opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Moved by Macias, seconded by Munoz, carried 3-0-2 (Oaxaca, Wimberly absent) to recommend approval of Municipal Code Amendment DRC2017-00725 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E3. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2017-00726 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Title 17 (Development Code) of the Municipal Code to modify parkway landscaping requirements, adopt revised State water efficient landscape standards, and amend the conditionally permitted zones for indoor entertainment and recreation uses. 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 the City Council for final action. Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). She said the water MWELO will primarily affect new development. Page 6 of 10 C2—Pg 6 CITY QF RANCHO? CUC}�M -TAM SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Vice Chairman Macias opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. i Moved by Munoz, seconded by Fletcher, carried 3-0-2 (Oaxaca, Wimberly absent) to recommend approval of Municipal Code Amendment bRC2017-00726 to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. E4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00695 - RANCHO CUCAMONGA PROPERTIES, LLC - A request for site plan and architectural review of two industrial buildings totaling 150,003 square feet on two separate parcels totaling 7.52 acres of land, located north of 8th Street and west of Industrial Lane in the General Industrial (GI) District - APNs: 0209-032-28 & 0209-032-29. Staff has a prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Dat Tran, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted correction pages before the Commissioners: conditions 9-11 are being removed and condition #12 was modified to reflect the corrected dollar amount to file the NOD with the County. He noted the letters submitted by David Moore of Moore Electric. Mr. Tran said Mr. Moore's concerns were addressed by staff in person and summarized in the staff report. Commissioner Fletcher asked for clarification regarding traffic and Engineering's statement about the road being designed to handle that traffic. He asked if the intersection is designed to handle the large trucks. He asked if there are plans to improve 9th Street. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer said Archibald and Vineyard are classified to handle truck traffic. He said staff researched the accident history since 2012 and noted 1 accident in 2013; in 2014 a vehicle hit a truck; there were no accidents in 2015 or 2016, in 2017 1 truck and a vehicle were involved and then 1 accident occurred where a truck took out a fire hydrant. He said there are 25, 000 daily trips and only 4 accidents in a 5.5-year period. He said truckers have skills and capabilities to get through tight intersections. There is a non -developed parcel at the southwest corner of the intersection. He said we may have potential to improve the intersection to assist truckers. He said all streets in that area are classified as industrial collectors. He said he would check with the Capital Improvement section to see about possible improvements to 9th Street. Bill Fox, the applicant, said he has built 13 or 14 buildings in Rancho. He said he appreciated Mr. Tran's assistance in the process. He said the added environmental reports and delays Page 7 of 10 C2-Pg 7 CITY OIF RANCHO CUGAIVl4)IVGA 4 wv SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA cost about $20, 000 and time. He said staff was very cooperative and helpful in understanding the process. Vice Chairman Macias opened the public hearing but seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Commissioner Munoz commented that it is a good design and he thanked the applicant for continuing in the process with the challenges. Commissioner Fletcher said it is a nice design and fits the area. He said he would like to discuss in the future: articulation in the roof plane as well as in the wall planes. He said he would like to see cornices on the roof parapet. Moved by Munoz seconded by Fletcher carried 3-0-2 (Oaxaca, Wimberly absent) to adopt the resolution with the modified conditions approving Design Review DRC2016-00695 and the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Commissioners Fletcher and Munoz thanked the City, City Council and staff for putting on an enjoyable evening, Monday, September 25, recognizing the service of the various City Boards and Commissions G. ADJOURNMENT 8:50 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on September 21, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Page 8 of 10 C2—Pg 8 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Plan ning.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. Page 9 of 10 C2—Pg 9 c ., c��nr �F R�n�c o cUCA�aNGA .:. SEPTEMBER27, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,725 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. Page 10 of 10 C2—Pg 10 Vl.1unr-C 1 15ACV 1/ HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:08 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca Vice Chairman Macias Commissioner Fletcher Commissioner Munoz Commissioner Wimberly Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, X X _X X X City Planner; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney,- Tom Grahn; Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Lois Schrader, Senior Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Kylie Miller, Office Specialist 11 F77 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 individuals 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. Gwynn Frost, representing the Etiwanda Historic Society distributed flyers (copy on file) for a "Sleepy Hollow" event to be held on Saturday, October 21s1 at 6:00 p.m. $7 for children and for $12 adults. She said there will be other events such as the annual open house on November 12th, Pictures with Santa on December 9th, and a Valentines dinner in the Chaffey-Garcia House. Luanna Hernandez, 6797 Hellman Avenue asked what is currently being done about the China town house. She said the Water District has made no improvements and numerous groups are trying to purchase and Page 1 of 9 Cl-Pgl Vl,i 1 VaC1'[ 1 1 9 L V 1 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA save this as it is the last one in the Inland Empire. She said the old service station is a beacon -and shows what we can do. She asked staff to talk to CVWD and ask for them to do something. Chairman Oaxaca said staff has been in touch with them over time. He asked Staff for an update report at a future 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 September 13, 2017 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher, carried 3-0-2 (Munoz, Macias abstain) C2. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of September 27, 2017 Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Macias, carried 3-0-2 (Oaxaca, Wimberly abstain) Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Kylie Miller Office Specialist lI D. 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. Page 2 of 9 C1-Pg2 W%, 1 vor-M 1 1 I LV 1/ HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA D1. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00652 - ALEX MUSTAPHA - A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved Tract Map (SUBTT18928) for an 8-unit townhouse development on 1.02 acres in the Medium (M) Residential District, on the west side of Carnelian Street, approximately 180 feet south of Calle Del Prado, located at 7490 Carnelian Street; APN: 0207-022-11. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines as a Class 32 Exemption (CEQA Section 15332) for In -fill Development Projects. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment asked the applicant for comment. Mr. Mustapha stated the time extension is to accommodate a need for extra time for utility approvals. Seeing and hearing no further comment, Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Moved by Munoz seconded by Macias carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Time Extension DRC2097-00652. D2. DESIGN REVIEW MODIFICATION DRC2017-00391 - FENG XIAO ARCHITECT, INC - A proposed design modification for six (6) previously approved single-family homes in the Low (L) Residential District, located approximately 200 feet south of Wilson Avenue on the east side of Winchester Court; APN: 0201-182-36. The City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration on November 10, 2010 in connection with the City's approval of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18391. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment asked the applicant for comment. Page 3 of 9 Cl—Pg3 OCTOBER 11, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Feng Xiao stated she is the applicant and had nothing to add as it was a complete report. She said they took the original design and brought it up a level to match the existing neighborhood. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing and then asked about the provision of a second kitchen. Ms. Xiao said it is to cater to those who like to have the option of cooking in an open or closed kitchen. Moved by Munoz seconded by Macias carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of Approval for Design Review Modification DRC2097-00399. D3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2016-00999 — DUNKIN' DONUTS — The request to develop a drive-thru lane associated with the development of a 6,001-square foot multi -tenant commercial building on a vacant parcel of 0.95-acres in the General Commercial (GC)District, on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, about 500 feet east of Rochester Avenue, located at 11995 Foothill Boulevard; APN: 0229-023-10. Related Files: Design Review DRC2016- 00998, Minor Exception DRC2017-00424. The City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration on January 24, 2007 in connection with the City's approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM17818. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. D4. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00998 - DUNKIN' DONUTS — The request to develop a 6,001- square foot multi -tenant commercial building on a vacant parcel of 0.95-acres in the General Commercial (GC)District, on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, about 500 feet east of Rochester Avenue, located at 11995 Foothill Boulevard; APN: 0229-023-10. Related files: Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00999, Minor Exception DRC2017-00424. The City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration on January 24, 2007 in connection with the City's approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM17818. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. D5. MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2017-00424 - DUNKIN' DONUTS — A request to reduce the required setback from 45 feet to 40.5 feet for a drive-thru lane associated with the development of a 6,001-square foot multi -tenant commercial building on a vacant parcel of 0.95-acres in the General Commercial (GC)District, on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, about 500 feet Page 4 of 9 C1—Pg4 Vl+ 1 V6CR 1 1 I LV I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA east of Rochester Avenue, located at 11995 Foothill Boulevard; APN: 0229-023-10. Related Files: Design Review DRC2016-00998, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00999. The City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration on January 24, 2007 in connection with the City's approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM17818. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Commissioner Fletcher asked what would happen if "Restaurant #2" also proposed a drive- thru — he asked if they would use a shared drive. He said it would be an odd configuration and they would have to add a drive thru window. Commissioner Wimberly asked about conditioning the project to prohibit an additional drive thru on other property. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Damien Picharch, representing the owner and the architect said they would not entertain the idea of a second drive-thru. He said the proposed drive-thru goes around the entire building. The other restaurant would have to be a walk in. Seeing and hearing no further comment, Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Moved by Wimberly seconded by Macias carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolutions of Approval for Conditional Use Permit DRC 2016-00999, Design Review DRC2016-00998 and Minor Exception DRC2017-00424. D6. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2017-00378 - MANNING HOMES - A request for site plan and architectural review of 16 single-family residences on 6.59 acres of land within the Low (L) District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan on the south side of Carnesi Drive and east of Etiwanda Avenue; APNs: 0227-061-03 and 82. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2013-00961, Etiwanda Specific Plan Amendment DRC2013-00962, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18936, Variance DRC2014-00219 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2014-00113. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQK) and the City's local CEQA Guidelines, the City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration on October Page 5 of 9 C1—Pg5 VV 1 VIDGI_% 1 11 AL 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 21, 2015, in connection with the City's approval of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18936. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR or Negative Declaration is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted a condition placed before the Commissioners to be deleted from the standard conditions as requested by staff. The condition was for a prior required EVA. Commissioner Fletcher asked why the condition is being removed. Mr. van der Zwaag said the Fire Department says they never use them, and it is unnecessary to provide them. He said, ultimately Planning would like the streets to pull through but the neighbors did not want the extra traffic that would come through. Therefore, we provided the EVA but now Fire says it is no longer useful. He said the pedestrian connection was kept. Jim Manning stated he is the applicant and he worked with staff. He thanked staff for their assistance through the process and hoped this project is as successful as their prior projects. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Mr. Johnson stated Cross & Crown church is in support. He said Mr. Manning has been tremendous and worked toward a smooth project. He said the homes are gorgeous and fit well with the neighborhood. Seeing and hearing no comment, Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Commissioner Munoz said he likes what he sees -it turned out well. Commissioner Wimberly agreed and remembered the challenges at the beginning. He said he is glad they made it fit with the neighborhood. Commissioner Fletcher noted this project has been in the works for long time and there was some "back and forth" He said the site plan worked and the project is a good addition. He said he would like the single -story houses to have more Spanish influence. He said the two story is a better design. He said in the future he would like for staff ensure all elements of Spanish design. Page 6of9 C1—Pg6 Vtr 1 Uor-M 1 1 9 ACV I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Macias said it is a good project design/well done. Chairman Oaxaca said he remembers numerous conversations about this project and was pleased to see Mr. Manning's name attached to the project as the City has good experience with his firm. Moved by Munoz seconded by Wimberly carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of Approval with amended conditions for Design Review DRC2017-00378. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz noted there are several laws regarding housing that passed but the League is looking for more information as to the impacts of these laws on cities. He said he would bring more information at a later date. Commissioner Fletcher commented on an article in Western City Magazine related to Mello Roos fees imposed on a developer in San Ramon. He asked legal counsel to comment with respect to the .role of the Planning Commission in their action. Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney said he was unsure of the specifics of their action in San Ramon but noted similarly, the Empire Lakes project required a CFD to be created to fund public improvements and to maintain those improvements. He said we needed to be sure the CFD was in place at the right time to ensure the City was not paying for them out of the General Fund. Commissioner Fletcher said he asked for a workshop with the Council so they could explain the budget to the Commission. He said the Commission was told at one time the Commission is not responsible for the financial aspects of the project. He said he did not believe the Commission was given enough detailed financial analysis and that he was not satisfied with what they received. Mr. Ghirelli noted the plan in San Ramon may have had a zone change and that may have been the legislative hook that allowed their Commission to look at the economics. If it had conformed to all development standards then the financial part may not be under the purview of the Commission. Page 7 of 9 C1-Pg7 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None F. ADJOURNMENT 8:10 P.M. The Commission adjourned to a workshop in the Rains Room to discuss Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00674. That meeting concluded at 9:15 pm and the minutes will be shown separately. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 5, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 8 of 9 C1—Pg8 \J%.# 1 VaCM 1 1 ■ LV 1 / HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,725 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. Page 9 of 9 C1—Pg9 OCTOBER PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca x 8:15 P.M. Vice Chairman Macias x Commissioner Fletcher x Commissioner Munoz _x_ Commissioner Wimberly _x_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney,- Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer,- Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Kylie Miller, Office Specialist 11 B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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 individuals embers 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. None C. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2017-00674 — STRATHAM HOMES — A request for a Planning Commission Workshop to review a proposed mixed -use development of 131 residential units -(with 4 commercial ready units) and 1,592 square feet of commercial space on 11.45 acres of land in the Community Commercial (CC) District, located on the west side of East Avenue and north of Foothill Boulevard — APN: 1100-191-04. Page 1 of 5 C2—Pg 1 OCTOBER 11, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted that the pedestrian connections are at odd angles and one on the west is disjointed and there is a need for better connection with the units on the project site. He said the utility easement includes recreation opportunities and staff questions the location and access to the units. He said the proposal provided 1 parking space over the minimum requirement but is 5 spaces deficient in covered parking -he said the storage requirement would not be met for those units. He said Staff feels the architecture is generic and is asking for a style to be chosen and move to that. He reviewed the discussion outline and said that overall staff thinks it's a good project but there are a number of issues to overcome. He said they could complement the development to the south with varied street fronts. Jeff Evans, Partner/Director of Land Development for Stratham Homes said they have over 1,000 units in the Inland Empire, the latest is Paloma. This one is named Westbury. He said a gym will be provided. H said they will prepare a parking study and they are not asking for a variance. He said since their most recen, submittal, they changed the carriage units to provide each with a garage, satisfying the prior shortage of 5 covered spaces. He said the architecture is a combination of traditional and contemporary. He said the pedestrian connections have been modified. Commissioner Wimberly asked if there is a safety concern for pedestrians in the drive path. Mr. Evans said this condition exists in every apartment project that has a loop street. Commissioner Fletcher asked for clarification regarding what exists on the south side of the site. Mr. Evans responded, carriage units and a wall. Commissioner Munoz asked to clarify where the live/work units are located on East Avenue looking north. Commissioner Wimberly asked if a live/work unit could be turned into a living space. Mr. Evans said if a person did not need the workspace, it could be a bedroom. He said he believes there will be a demand for work space. He said the parking on East Avenue is not included in the calculation. Candyce Burnett, City Planner, noted that the City Engineer and Assistant City Engineer determined there was not enough traffic on East Avenue to justify having two southbound lanes. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer said this project will have to do widening to tie into what we approved for project to the south. Page 2 of 5 C2-Pg 2 OCTOBER PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked for confirmation regarding meeting the parking requirement. Mr. Evans confirmed every unit will have a garage, the plan has been revised to show 134 garages/there is no longer a shortage of garages. Mark Bertone said the existing street conditions on East Avenue are this: there are two southbound lanes and one northbound lane. Tabe van der Zwaag said there will be one lane each way on East Avenue in addition to the street parking on the southbound side. Mr. Evans remarked that it is handy to have parking right at the front door of the live/work units. Mr. Serafin Maranan, Principal Architects Orange said he met with Chief Ball to be sure the project meets the fire standards. He said one set of stairs is provided for 4 units, 37 units will have direct access from the garage. He said with respect to the architecture - transitional design was used to blend with the surroundings. Mr. Evans said they could add a pet area but there is the existing trail and Edison easement that could be used for this purpose.. In response to Commissioner Munoz' concern about prying neighbors, Mr. Maranan said there are no windows overlooking the recreation areas located on the easement in the eastern portion of the project site. Chairman Oaxaca asked if parking on the easement is assigned. Mr. Evans said it is, and guest parking is provided and spread throughout the project. Commissioner Macias asked what the long green strip along parking is. Mr. Evans indicated that it is landscaped area. Commissioner Macias said it is a clever design for difficult/challenging property. Commissioner Munoz said the design has some synergy with the project to the south. Mr. van der Zwaag said he likes the form, but there should be more specific architecture. Mr. Evans said they would work with staff on this issue. Page 3 of 5 C2-Pg 3 -a- OCTOBER 11, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 0 Commissioner Fletcher said the architecture to the south is contemporary and this is a good transition. He said it could be more contemporary. He said they did a good job with a difficult property. Commissioner Macias said he appreciated the preparation of the 3D drive-thru; it was helpful. Chairman Oaxaca suggested the applicants continue to work with staff. D. ADJOURNMENT 9:15 P.M. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 5, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 4 of 5 C2—Pg 4 OCTOBER PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,725 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 5of5 C2—Pg 5 OCTOBER PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP AGENDA RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca Vice Chairman Macias Commissioner Fletcher Commissioner Munoz Commissioner Wimberly B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2017-00697 — VAN DAELE HOMES, INC. — A Pre - Application Review of a proposed mixed use development consisting of 296 units consisting of bungalows, townhomes, and flats on a property consisting of multiple parcels with a combined area of 16.7 acres within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues. The specific location of the project site is south of 6th Street and east of the future alignment of The Vine; APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073. Page 1 of 3 OCTOBER 25, PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP AGENDA RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA C2. NORTHEASTERN SPHERE ANNEXATION SPECIFIC PLAN DRC2015-00750 —A Planning Commission Workshop to review the proposed conservation areas of the North Eastern Sphere Annexation Project (NESAP). Related applications include: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00749, Zoning Map Amendment DRC2015-00751, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00750, North Eastern Sphere Annexation DRC2015- 00732, and related Environmental Impact Report. D. ADJOURNMENT I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 19, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 Page 2 of 3 OCTOBER PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP AGENDA RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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.CitvofRC.us. Page 3 of 3 Vicinity Map Planning Commission Workshop October 25, 2017 IL _, L.._.._ E ° �w 11 L �_ } ti d _ h a r CLIV CL J;f 7I &I 19th St 3ase Line Church 'oothill'! G � } lG ld Arrow E Je 8th i..._,_ ._.._. ° C7 6th� L y IG 4th e Base Line Church i Foothill >`10 ! n ! Arrow -4 6th w 4th Meeting Location: City Hall/Council Chamber: 10500 Civic Center Drive Cl-Pre-Application Review DRC2017-00697—Van Daele Homes C2-North Eastern Sphere Annexation Specific Plan DRC2015-00750 NOTE: MAP HIGHLIGHTS ARE APPROXIMATE AND CONCEPTUAL ONLY OCTOBER 25, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher A Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly -X— Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer,* Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary,' 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. Kevin Kenley provided a flyer/invitation to a haunted house. He indicated he and others spoke with various Councilmembers, Jeff Bloom, DCM, Economic/Community Development and Ms. Burnett, City Planner and the Council asked for more data and to watch and see how it goes. He said not all residential haunted houses are like the one that received complaints. C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 4 Cl-Pgl 1�, -_= VJV V '►rAa � � � � V � �i r 7,��.7 ?�atl��„�� 1'n-�i 9 f � c ijAs, � -_ Y'S1 �;ri at �. OCTOBER 25, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 October 11, 2017 C2. Consideration to adopt Adjourned Meeting (Workshop) Minutes of October 11, 2017 Moved by Munoz seconded by Wimberly to adopt the Consent calendar. Carried 4-0-1 (Fletcher absent) D. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: None COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS Vice Chairman Macias said he was approached by a concerned citizen regarding haunted houses. He advised the person to call the police if they observed problems. Candyce Burnett, City Planner suggested people should call the police, take pictures and give them to Planning staff and talk to their neighbors to see if they too have concerns and report to us. Commissioner Munoz said he had a concern regarding the Council's decision on the proposed ordinance re: haunted houses in residential areas. He said he was not happy and felt blindsided/the Commission should have been informed. Ms. Burnett said the Council took "no action" on the ordinance and put it on hold until staff could present more research and hard data of this year's event(s). They directed staff to watch and observe haunted houses this week and pass along the information to Fire and the Police. She said staff is looking for feedback to give to the Council. She said we will have teams visiting the haunted houses and looking at the parking, trash, participants behavior, etc. She said we are also Page 2 of 4 C1-Pg2 CITYF RANCHO CUCAMONGA OCTOBER 25, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING, COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA watching social media so that we can note additional sites that may pop up that we were previously unaware of. Commissioner Wimberly also expressed concern. Chairman Oaxaca thanked Ms. Burnett for responding to his questions regarding hotel projects in the City and the related calls for service. He asked staff to bring back a report so that the Commission could be more informed. Ms. Burnett said the December 13t`' agenda will include update reports regarding the hotels and haunted houses. E. ADJOURNMENT 7:13 P.M. The Commission adjourned to a workshop held in the Rains Room to discuss Pre - Application Review DRC2017-00697 - Van Daele Homes, Inc. and secondly, The North Eastern Sphere Annexation Specific Plan DRC2015-0.0750. Those minutes will appear separately. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 19, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 3 of 4 C1-Pg3 CtT�►� RANCHO cucRMQNGA OCTOBER 25, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,725 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. Page 4 of 4 C1—Pg4 OCTOBER 25, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* - CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca _X_ 7:26 P.M. Vice Chairman Macias X Commissioner Fletcher A Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly X Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner; Rob Ball, Fire Marshall B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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 Oaxaca noted correspondence was received opposing Item C2 and was received by the Secretary and entered into the record. C. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRE -APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2017-00697 — VAN DAELE HOMES, INC. — A Pre - Application Review of a proposed mixed use development consisting of 296 units consisting of bungalows, townhomes, and flats on a property consisting of multiple parcels with a Page 1 of 8 C2—Pg 1 '• �'i � (/�,,%]�,� � "�' '`^psi' ��. 4?7T OCTOBER 25, 2017� PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA combined area of 16.7 acres within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues. The specific location of the project site is south of 6th Street and east of the future alignment of The Vine; APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073. Mike Smith, Senior Planner introduced the project and gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted the plotting, variety of architectural style, the project is within the limits allowed with the specific plan parking requirements. He noted a variety of parking solutions including The Vine is allowed. He said the applicant complied with the "no wall/fences" requirement. He said staff did not receive the rear elevations. He said an error was made in in his density calculation for the project, he has corrected it and therefore no revision is needed by the applicant. Eric Scheck, Vice President of Operations said he hopes to submit in 9 month. He gave a brief summary of the various building styles proposed. He said the project is overpacked on the standard floorplan and the bungalow would be overparked even with the P floor option. He said the landscaping is focused on the interior paseo connection. He said passive uses are added into paseo connections as well as a dog park area, quiet seating and circulation between the units. He said the plan promotes pedestrian traffic. A representative of the applicant presented conceptual building elevations for the Commissioners review and comment. Mr. Scheck said they are looking into colors, and may add additional color schemes. Commissioner Munoz said it is a good product and he likes the articulation and the design looks pretty good. He noted the challenge is plotting and setbacks and keeping continuity within the project. He said he likes the contemporary take on the heritage and Spanish designs. Commissioner Wimberly agreed. Commissioner Macias said he is relatively comfortable -they need to make some tweaks and then proceed. Page 2 of 8 C2-Pg 2 ' ►,IN t O i ..� l t H a'a• d t O' s�3..s � -s s �.•, ~, � 1c ,VN' y ��' • j _y735 OCTOBER 25, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca said he likes the contemporary treatment of the flats. He said he had a concern about the comments for the heritage. design but it appears they made it work. He said they kept it consistent with the modern environment they are trying to create. He said the Spanish design looks modern but maintains the Spanish features. He said they need to carry out all the features on all 4 elevations. He said the applicant is moving in the right direction. Mr. Smith asked the Commission if they saw a need for additional materials. Commissioner Munoz said yes and he would like to see more detail. Chairman Oaxaca said it would be helpful to have actual samples of the materials and color schemes for reference. Commissioner Wimberly agreed that all elevations should be fully articulated with materials and provided for the Commission to see. Chairman Oaxaca noted a staff comment about the set back of structures along the Vine- He asked if this has been resolved. Mr. Smith noted that because a detailed plan has not been provided yet, staff just made the note that they should take advantage of the setbacks included in the specific plan and that we want to frame the street. He said staff will be looking for that in the final submitted plans. 7: 53 PM C2. NORTH EASTERN SPHERE ANNEXATION SPECIFIC PLAN DRC2015-00750 -A Planning Commission Workshop to review the proposed conservation areas of the North Eastern Sphere Annexation Project (NESAP). Related applications include: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00749, Zoning Map Amendment DRC2015-00751, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00750, North Eastern Sphere Annexation DRC2015- 00732, and related Environmental Impact Report. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner introduced the project and stated the workshop is focused on the conservation area. Page 3 of 8 C2-Pg 3 OCTOBER 25, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca noted correspondence received and filed by the Secretary (see public comment section). David Sargent of Sargent Town Planning gave a PowerPoint presentation, (copy on file). Candyce Burnett, City Planner said much is being said on social media about this project. She reported that today staff received a County Referral for a major expansion of a Budhist Temple - 23 buildings of about 157, 000 square feet and 4 in excess of 50 feet in height. She said these types of applications are one of the reasons we are doing this annexation. She said if the noted project moves forward, it will have a huge impact on that area. Brock Ortega of Dudek (environmental consultants) said patches of development that could be allowed if this area remains under County control would be expensive to maintain and problematic for conservation. Commissioner Munoz asked if the K-rats are found there or could they exist there. Mr. Ortega said both. The habitat could support them and RAFSS. He said it is designated a critical habitat. He said his team performed hundreds of trap nights with no presence of SBKR. Mr. Sargent noted that the project area trapping was 5-10 miles away from original area identified by the State as SBKR habitat. The conservation priority area is 3176 acres. The identified area was changed. Mr. Ortega said the current hydrological processes/water flows are not present to sustain the soil conditions for SBKR, but it's possible they could in the future. He said they also looked -for the California Gnatcatcher. Mr. Sargent noted that the neighborhood footprint has decreased significantly and the conservation area has grown as a result. Mr. Ortega said this plan conserves the largest amount of RAFSS area: 400-500 acres. Rob Ball, Fire Marshal, said the Fire Department has looked at fire history maps and they will look at the plan. Page 4 of 8 C2-Pg 4 uy . OCTOBER 25, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Sargent noted the advantage of a comprehensive management scheme -there is active maintenance of open spaces that would include removal of some dead underbrush, non-native species, weeds, etc. He said this can help the health of the habitat and remove some of the fuel load. Mr. Ortega commented on resource management- the plan would have to be developed to remove weeds, open areas suitable for SBKR and allow for the reintroduction of SBKR. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer asked when the conservation area is created who will maintain it and pay for it. Commissioner Munoz asked how does the bottom half pay for the top half. Mr. Ortega said the Inland Empire Conservation District covers all of this far into the forest and to the east and south and they have the capability to do it and the resources. Commissioner Munoz said they need to paint the story for those who already have concerns about their taxes. Commissioner Macias asked how long this will take and how does it work over space and time -what is the timeline after an agreement is reached with fish and game and what if the real estate market changes -and development changes. He asked how much will it impact the Sphere. Ms. Burnett commented that every project has potential to create impacts. In many cases the developer must purchase mitigation lands and pay fees to maintain those lands. The developer has to accept that as part of his project. As development comes in, lands are purchased and a new land value is created -it provides a new credit system. There are conservation entities that will accept these. The more that is developed, more mitigation lands will be required. This is a specific plan with an E1R and will consider maximum density so if an amendment is proposed because of changing conditions, it will come back to the Planning Commission and then to City Council. Commissioner Macias said we are trying to introduce a friendly enemy (SBKR). John Baucke (consultant) said we would have to get a sign off -it is a work in progress first have to determine the impacts, then mitigations, then identify mitigation sites (types, values -some greater than others) then $ values of mitigation costs. He said Mitigation land values are higher than the developed land value. Mr. Ortega said lower value biotic resources may give us lower mitigation ratios. Page 5 of 8 C2-Pg 5 0T OCTOBER 25, 2017 a� PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Sargent said that if it is not just conserved but enhanced, we will get better value and we are getting rid of a gravel pit. He said parcels will be designed for conservation and others for developers so it will help with the conservation. He said essentially, the lower part of the plan (development) will pay for the upper part (conservation/mitigation lands). Chairman Oaxaca said they will have to explain the "no project" alternative of the EIR. He said it would have to be clear that it would be worse for the habitat if we do nothing, this is what it will look like and what that will mean to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Commissioner Munoz said if we don't do this, then it stays with the County. Ms. Burnett reiterated that there are active applications the County is considering for development. Mike Smith, Senior Planner said that staff regularly gets questions about development in the Sphere and putting this plan into place would settle that. Mr. Ortega confirmed water flows under bridge will be minimal (about a foot). Mr. Espinoza asked if there is —sufficient parking for trailheads. Mr. Sargent replied -yes. Commissioner Munoz said the current problems experienced at the North Etiwanda Preserve are more than what was anticipated. Mr. Sargent said programs would have to be developed as well as habitat management plan. Commissioner Munoz said he has a much better understanding of the proposal; it is a logical plan. Mr. Sargent said it is a balancing act but the plan will set up the framework. 9:13 PM D. ADJOURNMENT Page 6 of 8 C2—Pg 6 'ol rw t �.? x ry,, OCTOBER 25 2017 s PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on October 19, 2017, seventy two. (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government . Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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. 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. 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 Page 7 of 8 C2—Pg 7 r ;w 11 4'� OCTOBER 25, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,662 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. Page 8 of 8 C2—Pg 8 IV V V GIVICSGK O, ACV 1 / HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:05 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias _X_ Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz _X_ Commissioner Wimberly _A_ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney,- Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer, Dominick Perez, Associate Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner 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. None Page 1 of 8 D1-Pgl ItlV V CIV1Dr_M 01 LV 1 / HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 October 25, 2017 C2. Consideration to adopt Adjourned Meeting (Workshop) Minutes of October 25, 2017 Moved by Munoz seconded by Macias carried 3-0-1-1 (Fletcher abstain, Wimberly absent) to adopt the Consent Calendar. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. Chairman Oaxaca recommended Items D1, E1, E2, E3, and E4 be heard concurrently. D1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND LANDMARK DESIGNATION DRC2017-00485 — MANNING HOMES — A request for a historic landmark designation for a single-family residence in conjunction with a 20-lot subdivision of about 5.43 acres of land within the Low Residential (L) District (2.0 to 4.0 dwelling units per acre) located at the northwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Victoria Street; APN: 1076-081-01; Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20080, Design Review DRC2017-00129, Variance DRC2017-00130, and Minor Exception DRC2017-00131. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts has been prepared for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Nikki Cavazos, Assistant Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). She noted one letter was received from San Bernardino County Public works and was just an informational letter, no response required. Page 2of8 D1—Pg2 NOVEMBER 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing no comment, Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Jim Manning of Manning Homes concurred with the report offered thanks to Ms. Cavazos fr her assistance through the process. He noted this is the 3'd historic home they have done in the city. Commissioner Macias said he had no major issues. Commissioner Fletcher agreed and said he has nice renderings and he supports the opportunity to preserve the historic house. He said the developer has done a good job in the past and the City appreciates it. Commissioner Munoz said ditto and remarked that it looks like a good project and design. He said he appreciates the efforts of Manning Homes. Chairman Oaxaca said he appreciates Manning Homes and was familiar with their work at the Johnson House. He said he is glad Manning is taking on another one. For Items D1, and E1-E4 the following actions were taken Moved by Munoz seconded by Fletcher carried 4-0-1 (Wimberly absent) to adopt the resolution recommending approval of Landmark Designation DRC2017-00485 and the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Moved by Munoz seconded by Fletcher carried 4-0-1 (Wimberly absent) to adopt the resolutions approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20080, Design Review DRC2017-00129, and Variance DRC2017-00131. 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 Page 3 of 8 131-Pg3 Q i� -. 1� tt'7y4 �.41�*i NOVEMBER 8, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA limited to 5 minutes per individual or less as determined by the Chairman. Please sign in after speaking. E1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20080 — MANNING HOMES — A review of a proposed 20-lot subdivision on a parcel of about 5.43 acres of land in the Low Residential (L) District (2.0 to 4.0 dwelling units per acre) located at the northwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Victoria Street; APN: 1076-081-01; Related files: Design Review DRC2017-00129, Variance DRC2017-00130, Minor Exception DRC2017-00131, and Landmark Designation DRC2017-00485. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts has been prepared for consideration. E2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2017-00129 — MANNING HOMES — A request for site plan and architectural review of 19 single-family residential homes and relocation of an existing single-family residence in conjunction with a 20-lot subdivision of about 5.43 acres of land within the Low Residential (L) District (2.0 to 4.0 dwelling units per acre) located at the northwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Victoria Street; APN: 1076-081- 01; Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20080, Variance DRC2017-00130, Minor Exception DRC2017-00131, and Landmark Designation DRC2017-00485. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts has been prepared for consideration. E3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2017-00130 — MANNING HOMES — A request to reduce the average lot size from 8,000 square feet to 7,977 square feet in conjunction with a 20-lot subdivision of about 5.43 acres in the Low Residential (L) District (2.0 to 4.0 dwelling units per acre) located at the northwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Victoria Street; APN: 1076-081-01; Related files: Tentative Tract Map 20080, Design Review DRC2017-00129, Minor Exception DRC2017-00131, and Landmark Designation DRC2017- 00485. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts has been prepared for consideration. E4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2017-00131 — MANNING HOMES — A request to increase the maximum wall height from 6 feet to a maximum of 7'/2 feet for a perimeter wall that will be constructed in conjunction with a 20-lot subdivision of about 5.43 acres of land within the Low Residential (L) District (2.0 to 4.0 dwelling units per acre) located at the northwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Victoria Street; APN: 1076-081- 01; Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20080, Design Review DRC2017-00129, Variance DRC2017-00130, and Landmark Designation DRC2017-00485. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts has been prepared for consideration. Page 4of8 D1—Pg4 ItlV V CIV10r—M 0� LV 1 / HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E5. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00755 — GOLDEN AVENUE DEVELOPMENT, INC. A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved Tentative Tract Map (SUBTT17444) related to a 13-unit condominium development on 2.17 acres of land in the Low Medium (LM) District (4-8 dwelling units per acre) located on the west side of Archibald Avenue 150 feet north of Monte Vista Street — APN: 0202-131-27, 61 and 62. On October 10, 2007, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17444. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to the project within the. scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) The applicant chose not to speak. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no comment, closed the public hearing. Moved by Fletcher seconded by Macias carried 4-0-1 (Wimberly absent) to adopt the resolution approving Time Extension DRC2017-00755 with the amended conditions. Chairman Oaxaca recommended Items E6, E7 and E8 be heard concurrently. E6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00931 — CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR IDS REAL ESTATE GROUP - A request to amend the Empire Lakes Specific Plan to increase the allowable FAR from 0.35 to 0.50 within Planning Area 5 of the specific plan to allow for the construction a 232,058 square foot warehouse logistics and office building on a property comprised of five (5) parcels with a combined area 515,690 square feet (11.84 acres) which currently contains remnants of an abandoned parking lot and a vacant pad located at the northeast corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue - APN: 0210-082-78, -79, -84, -89 and -90. Related Files: Design Review DRC2016-00670 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Page 5 of 8 D1—Pg5 IrV V CIVIaCI'[ V, LV 1 / HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E7. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2016-00670 — CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR IDS REAL ESTATE GROUP - A review of a proposal to construct a 232,058-square foot warehouse logistics and office building on a vacant site of 11.84 acres located within Planning Area 5 of the Empire Lakes Specific Plan at the northeast corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue - APN: 0210-082-78, -79, -84, -89 and -90. Related Files: Specific Plan Amendment DRC2016-00931 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E8. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2016-00671 — CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR IDS REAL ESTATE GROUP - A review of a proposal to remove 128 existing trees on a vacant property to allow for the construction of a 232,058- square foot warehouse logistics and office building on a vacant site of 11.84 acres located within Planning Area 5 of the Empire Lakes Specific Plan at the northeast corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue - APN: 0210-082-78, -79, -84, -89 and -90. Related Files: Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671 and Specific Plan Amendment DRC2016-00931. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Chuck Buguet of Charles Joseph Associates, 9581 Business Center Drive said he was diligent addressing the correspondence noted in the report. He said the project is in full conformance with CEQA. The building will be an attractive industrial building. He said he has worked with IDS before and they have a positive history with RC. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Moved by Munoz seconded by Macias (Wimberly absent) carried to adopt the resolution recommending approval of Specific Plan Amendment DRC2016-00931 and the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts to be forwarded to the City Council for final action. The Planning Commission adopted the resolutions approving Development Review DRC2016-00670 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00671. Page 6 of 8 D1-:Pg6 IVVVGIVl0r_ C O, ACV 1 I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz said the League Board meets at the end of the month. He thanked staff for all the work on the annexation plan -staff is doing an excellent job in reaching out to the public. He said it is difficult for the public to understand, they have lots of questions, and it is not always easy. He said staff is excellent at presenting, some folks are coming repeatedly, and staff is responding well. He said our state requires exhaustive efforts and much information the public is asking for is not available now, but will be when the EIR is prepared. He said this is a tough job and is important to the public. Chairman Oaxaca agreed and noted some conversations can be charged and emotional and pointed out the importance of getting correct information and facts out. He said staff is going the extra mile. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: G. ADJOURNMENT 8:05 P. M. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on November 2, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION Page 7 of 8 D1-Pg7 IVVVCIYIaCR V, LV 1 / HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,725 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. Page 8of8 D1—Pg8 OWN, 4111 DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:06 Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias _X Commissioner Fletcher A Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Wimberly X Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community Development; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney, Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, Donald Granger, Senior Planner Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer; Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner Dominick Perez, Associate Planner Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary, Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Dat Tran, Assistant Planner; Michael Frasure, Building Inspection Supervisor; Jana Cook, Community Improvement Manager 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. None C. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS Page 1 of 9 Di—Pgl `x�"� • ` , , '.. 0 � .. ` . 0 � �'d� ~'E' S 1V ���'�rl{,+�. ��� ���. i'�j� f� 3.,t ..;�y't `{ U, DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION C1. PRESENTATION OF A RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR JEFF BLOOM, RETIRING DEPUTY CITY MANAGER/ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Chairman Oaxaca made the presentation. Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community Development, thanked the Commission and staff for their friendship. He remarked that the needs of cities have changed since the 80s when he started with some of his colleagues; He said we are now responding to the demands of 2017 and he can see the fruit of our work done in earlier years, C2, PRESENTATION OF A RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION HONORING COMMISSIONER RICHARD B. FLETCHER Chairman Oaxaca announced Commissioner Fletcher could not be present and the presentation will be made at another time. D. 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. D1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2017 Moved by Munoz, seconded by Macias carried 3-0-1-1 (Wimberly abstain, Fletcher absent) to adopt the Regular Meeting Minutes of !November 8, 2017. Page 2 of 9 D1—Pg2 WE IF GITI' OF RANCHO GUCAMONGA DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E. DIRECTOR'S STAFF REPORTS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. El. UPDATE ON THE STATUS OF THE CHINATOWN HOUSE LOCATED AT 9591 SAN BERNARDINO ROAD - ORAL REPORT Candyce Burnett, City Planner, gave the report. She noted CVWD owns the property and to our knowledge it is up for safe, She said the water district has money set aside in their budget to shore up the building but they are waiting to see if the property sale is completed. At that time, the City will be able to determine a strategy. Commissioner Wimberly expressed concern over the "demolition by neglect" aspect of the property_ He said they are not improving the quality of the building or site, E2: UPDATE ON POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT APPLICABLE TO HAUNTED HOUSES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Dat Tran, Assistant Planner, gave the report The Secretary received and filed the report. E3. UPDATE ON URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY CITY COUNCIL APPLICABLE TO NEW HOTEL DEVELOPMENT Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner, gave the report, Commissioner Munoz appreciated staff recognizing that times are changing and for doing the right thing for the community. Commissioner Wimberly expressed concern that other cities are experiencing a lowered clientele in some hotel as people are living there: He asked what controls will be placed on new hotels coming in and what can the City do to protect City interests and public safety.. Page 3 of 9 D1-Pg3 DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Ms, Nakamura noted there are a number of negative impacts that will be reviewed Chairman Oaxaca asked if the ordinance will impact hotel development already in progress. Ms. Nakamura said it will not affect projects in the process that have been deemed complete nor will it affect those projects already approved by the Commission.. Chairman Oaxaca asked if we can look at the calls for service metrically. Ms. Nakamura said we are focusing on the types of calls for service and their causes rather than just the number of calls. She said we do not want to create unsafe spaces. The Secretary received and filed the report. F. 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. The Chairman noted Items F9-F6 would be heard concurrently. F1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19823 - CP LOGISTICS UTICA, LLC -A proposal to subdivide one (1) existing parcel into three (3) parcels in conjunction with a proposed industrial development consisting of three (3) industrial logistics buildings on a 13.96-acre site within the Industrial Park (IP) District located at the northwest corner of 4th Street and Utica Avenue — APN: 0210-081-43 (formerly APN: 0210-081-19 and a portion of APN: 0210-081-20). Related Files: Pre-App Review DRC2016-00826, Design Review DRC2017-00402, Minor Exception DRC2017-00406; Minor Exception DRC2017- 00408, Uniform Sign Program DRC2017-00404 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2017-00405. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Page 4 of 9 D1—Pg4 DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 172. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2017-00402 - CP LOGISTICS UTICA, LLC - A proposal to construct an industrial development consisting of three (3) industrial logistics buildings with a combined floor area of 293,283 square feet on a parcel of about 13.96 acres, located at the northwest corner of Utica Avenue and 4th Street in the Industrial Park (IP) District — APN: 0210-081-43 (formerly APN: 0210-081-19 and a portion of APN: 0210-081-20). Related Files: Pre-App Review DRC2016-00826, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19823, Minor Exception DRC2017-00406, Minor Exception DRC2017-00408, Uniform Sign Program DRC2017-00404 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2017-00405. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. F3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM DRC2017-00404 - CP LOGISTICS UTICA, LLC - A proposal to establish a Uniform Sign Program related to a proposed industrial development consisting of three (3) industrial logistics buildings with a combined floor area of 293,283 square feet on a parcel of about 13.96 acres, located at the northwest comer of Utica Avenue and 4th Street in the Industrial Park (IP) District — APN: 0210-081-43 (formerly APN: 0210-081-19 and a portion of APN: 0210-081-20). Related Files: Pre-App Review DRC2016-00826, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19823, Design Review DRC2017-00402, Minor Exception DRC2017-00406, Minor Exception DRC2017-00408 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2017-00405. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. F4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2017-00405 - CP LOGISTICS UTICA, LLC - A proposal to remove existing trees in conjunction with a proposed industrial development consisting of three (3) industrial buildings with a combined floor area of 293,283 square feet on a parcel of about 13.96 acres, located at the northwest corner of Utica Avenue and 4th Street in the Industrial Park (IP) District — APN: 0210-081-43 (formerly APN: 0210-081-19 and a portion of APN: 0210-081-20). Related Files: Pre-App Review DRC2016- 00826, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19823, Design Review DRC2017-00402, Minor Exception DRC2017-00406, Minor Exception DRC2017-00408, Uniform Sign Program DRC2017-00404. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. F5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2017-00406 - CP LOGISTICS UTICA, LLC - A proposal to reduce the required setback for average depth of landscape along Fourth Street and Utica Avenue by a maximum of ten (10%) percent in conjunction with Design Review DRC2017-00402 for a proposed industrial development Page 5 of 9 D1—Pg5 DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA consisting of three (3) industrial logistics buildings with a combined floor area of 293,283 square feet on a parcel of about 13.96 acres, located at the northwest corner of Utica Avenate and 4th Street in the Industrial Park (IP) District — APN: 0210-081-43 (formerly APN; 0210- 081-19 and a portion of APN: 0210-081-20). Related Files: Pre-App Review DRC2016-00826, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19823, Design Review DRC2017-00402, Minor Exception DRC2017-00408, Uniform Sign Program DRC2017-00404 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2017-00405. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. F6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2017-00408 - CP LOGISTICS UTICA, LLC - A proposal to increase the height of the screen wall along Trademark North Parkway by a maximum of 2 feet in conjunction with Design Review DRC2017-00402 for a proposed industrial development consisting of three (3) industrial logistics buildings with a combined floor area of 293,283 square feet on a parcel of about 13.96 acres, located at the northwest corner of Utica Avenue and 4th Street in the Industrial Park (IP) District—APN: 0210-081-43 (formerly APN: 0210-081-19 and a portion of APN: 0210-081- 20). Related Files: Pre-App Review DRC2016-00826, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19823, Design Review DRC2017-00402, Minor Exception DRC2017-00406, Uniform Sign Program DRC2017-00404 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2017-00405. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Dominick Perez,, Associate Planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file), Michael Sizemore, the applicant, noted that Mr. Perez did an outstanding job through the process. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Thomas Reese of the LIUNA Labor Union said his union supports the project because it improves the area that is underutilized and provides sidewalks and landscape, creates jobs and contributes to worker pensions. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Page 6 of 9 D1—Pg6 F �.. i DECEMBER 13, 2017 , HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Macias said the project was well thought out and he offered support. Commissioner Wimberly agreed and said he worked with the applicant at the DRC, He said the project will enhance the area, Commissioner Munoz was the report was excellent and thanked staff and the applicant. Moved by Munoz seconded by Wimberly carried 4-0- 1 (Fletcher absent) to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for the project and the Resolutions of Approval for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19823, Design Review DRC2017-00402, Uniform Sign Program DRC2017-00404, Tree Removal Permit DRC2017-00405, Minor Exception DRC2017-00406 and Minor Exception DRC2017 0040& G. COMMISSION BUSINESS(HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz reported on the activities of the League of California Cities (detailed copy on file) including the passing of SB 1 (Transportation Funding)- The Board will not support opposition but focus on measure to protect revenues earmarked for transportation (ACA-5 will accomplish this re: motor vehicle registration fees), They also support SB% (Park and water bond), SB3 (Rousing bond) and oppose a pending ballot measure to repeal existing transportation funding for California cities. He also noted the 2018 goals for the League including_ public safety re: reduced sentencing lawn protect local funding and authority in the implementation of the AUMA (cannabis), preserve City rights to deliver emergency med services and seek tools and resources to address community challenges such as homelessness, mental health, domestic violence, drug rehab, ex -offender reentry and human trafficking,- address public safety concerns of California cities 2) Ensure sustainability of public pension and retirement health benefits;, 3) Protect existing transportation funding for local priorities and 4) improve housing affordability and support additional resources to address the homelessness crisis. Commissioner Munoz also recognized retiring Danielle Boldt, Police Captain job well done. He also thanked the Mayor, City council, City Manager, the City Planner and staff for their ample support this Page 7 of 9 D1—Pg7 VCLCIVIor-M 14, ACV 1 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA past year. He thanked the Commission, Commissioner Rich Fletcher for his 15 years of service and the remaining Commissioners. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chairman Oaxaca thanked his fellow Commissioners and staff for their hard work and assistance this year. H. ADJOURNMENT ,The Commission adjourned to a workshop held in the Rains Room to discuss the North Eastern Sphere Annexation Specific Plan DRC2015-00750 at 8:00 pm. 1, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on December 7, 2017, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga 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 #ength of the agenda, please keep your remarks brief. If others have already expressed your position, you may simply Page 8 of 9 D1—Pg8 j w 1�1f 0 + be Q DECEMBER 13, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 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 $2,725 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.. Page 9 of 9 D1—Pg9 IN CITYOF RANCHO CUCAMONGA DECEMBER 13, 20'17 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M.* — CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X 8.; 15 PM Vice Chairman Macias _X Commissioner Fletcher _A Commissioner Munoz —X Commissioner Wimberly _X Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst, City Engineer; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, 41so present was Tony Gu lielmo, Commissioner Appointee, B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the 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. --,None C. DISCUSSION ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION C1. NORTH EASTERN SPHERE ANNEXATION SPECIFIC PLAN DRC2015-00750 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A Planning Commission Workshop to review the proposed development areas of the North Eastern Sphere Annexation Project (NESAP). Related applications include: General Plan Amendment ORC2015-00749, Zoning Map Amendment Page 1 of 5 D2—Pg 1 DECEMBER 13, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION ' WORKSHOP MINUTES ' RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA DRC2015-00752, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00750, North Eastern Sphere Annexation DRC2015-00732, and related Environmental Impact Report Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave a brief overview of the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file), He introduced the applicants team: David Sargent and John Baucke of Sargent Town Planning, Mr. Grahn noted 4 community workshops have been held and this is the 2"1 Commr`ssion workshop.. He said some opposition has been received at these meetings. They gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) and gave the opportunity to ask questions and. Chairman Oaxaca asked what drives the number of dwelling units proposed for the project, Mr. Sargent said they are looking for a "complete community". The Commissioners had a general discussion regarding density, project feasibility and the EIR. Mr. Sargent noted that the County should be part of the EiR process because they are not selling the property to the City. He said the County would surely object if we annexed the property and then did nothing. The Commissioners had a general discussion about explaining the value of the project, our inability to provide some requested information about the EIR to the public because it has not been written yet; it is not available. The Commissioners noted all alternatives should be explored in the EIR. The public has a construed perception of what is proposed: they are seeing a project rather than a long-range plan that also has a conservation component. They are also seeing it as a "done-deal"rather than something that has a lot of vetting, many options to consider and many hurdles to cross before anything could take place. Most people only hear the projected number of units and ignore the benefits of local control and our conservation efforts. Mr. Sargent proceeded with a discussion about possible types of development and the scale of the buildings. He said there is no need for traditional big apartment buildings as far as `hitting a number" of dwelling units. He talked about placement of taller buildings in the area of the old gravel pit to help preserve views/site lines and establishing an intimate feel of the development with walkability (wider sidewalks).. He said in spite of projected ratios of rental units versus ownership, folks should understand that a person can purchase a home and later rent it out which would negate any pre-set ratios. He also noted the trend of "renting by choice. They proceeded to a general discussion re: uses. Mike Smith, Senior Planner noted that for the Empire takes project they looked at compatibility of uses and eliminated uses that were not compatible. Page 2 of 5 D2—Pg2 " -I DECEMBER 1 3, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Mr. Sargent noted they should look at both the use and the size of the use to help preserve the village feel of the town center part of the development and also the variety of residential types offered including large lot homes. The Commissioners offered the following wrap up comments. Commissioner Munoz said he likes the terraced levels of development shown in the presentation. He said the message to the public has to include that the "no -build" option also means no control and that the worst case alternative scenarios also have to be discussed in the environmental documents. Commissioner Macias said he is comfortable with the general direction and he likes the village atmosphere and the mix of product. Chairman Oaxaca said they need to work on delivering the message as to how we explain how we can drive the character of the development. He said he supports working with the grade and preserve the natural contours. He said he likes the variety of setbacks and entries shown in the presentation. Commissioner Wimberly said they are on the right track and he agreed they should work on messaging and explain what happens if we do not do this plan. D. ADJOURNMENT 9:50 PM I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on December 7, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 64954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 3 of 5 D2—Pg3 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA DECEMBER 13, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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. 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 accessibflity, Listening devices are available for the hearing Impaired. 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 Commlission 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, Califomia 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. Page 4 of 5 'D2--Pg4 =+Sf�MOM € # DECEMBER 13, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES RAINS ROOM RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA 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 Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,725 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.C1tyofRC.us. Page 5 of 5 D2—Pg5