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AMENDED AGENDA:
10/11/2021 3:15 P.M. – REVISED RESOLUTION 21-69 ITEM D3
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA
October 13, 2021
7:00 p.m.
A. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
B. Public Communications
This is the time and place for the general public to address the Commission on any item listed or not
listed on the agenda. The Commission may not discuss any issue not included on the Agenda but set
the matter for a subsequent meeting.
C. Consent Calendar
C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of September 22, 2021.
D. Public Hearings
D1. PROJECT LOCATED AT 9757 LIBERTY STREET - W&W LAND DESIGN
CONSULTANTS – A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously
approved three (3) lot on 0.98 acres of land within the Low (L) Residential District. APN:
0201-251-56. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15315 - Minor
Land Divisions. Time Extension and Tentative Parcel Map. (DRC2021-00300 and
SUBTPM19557)
D2. PROJECT LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE AND SOUTH OF
WHITTRAM AVENUE – SERGE BONALDO FOR BERNELL HYDRAULICS - A request
for site plan and architectural review of a 21,221 square foot industrial building for a
business that includes retail sales on 2.87 acres of land in the Neo Industrial (NI) District;
APN: 0229-162-15. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA – 15332 – In-Fill
Development Projects. Design Review and Conditional Use Permit. (DRC2021-00166 and
DRC2021-00304)
D3. A request to amend Title 17 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code to permit utility
companies to store materials and equipment associated with utility facilities and
infrastructure, to correct an omission for food manufacturing uses in the allowed land use
table (17.30.030-1), delete an errant line related to building height in the industrial
development standards table (17.36.040-1) and to adopt an uncodified amendment to
Ordinance No. 982 to exempt certain buildings currently under construction from the
amended use table. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California
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Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section
15061(b)(3). This item will be forwarded to City Council for final action. (DRC2021-00354)
E. Director Announcements
F. Commission Announcements
G. Adjournment
TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION
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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 $3,279 for all decisions of the Commission. (Fees
are established and governed by the City Council).
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Copies of the Planning Commission agendas, staff reports, and minutes can be found at
www.CityofRC.us.
I, Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee,
hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Thursday,
October 7, 2021, seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code
54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive.
Historic Preservation Commission and
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
AGENDA
September 22, 2021
MINUTES
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
7:00 p.m.
The regular meeting of the Historic Presentation Commission and Planning Commission was held on
September 22, 2021. The meeting was called to order by Chair Oaxaca at 7:02 p.m.
A. Roll Call
Planning Commission present: Chair Oaxaca, Vice Chair Dopp, Commissioner Guglielmo,
Commissioner Morales and Commissioner Williams.
Staff Present: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; Jennifer Nakamura, Acting Planning Director;
Mike Smith, Principal Planner; Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant; Sean McPherson,
Senior Planner; Jason Welday, Engineering Director; David F. Eoff IV, Senior Planner.
B. Public Communications
Chair Oaxaca opened the public communications and hearing no comment, closed public
communications.
C. Consent Calendar
C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of September 8, 2021.
Motion by Commissioner Guglielmo, second by Commissioner Williams to approve Consent
Calendar. Motion carried unanimously 5-0 vote.
D. Public Hearings
D1. LOCATED AT 12322 and 12434 4th Street – BRIDGE POINT RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
LLC – Recommendation to the City Council for a General Plan Amendment (DRC2020-
00213), Zoning Map Amendment (DRC2020-00267), Tentative Parcel Map
(SUBTPM20271), Design Review (DRC2020-00202), Tree Removal Permit (DRC2020-
00266), Minor Use Permit (DRC2021-00315) and Development Agreement (DRC2021-
00180) to allow for the development of two industrial warehouse buildings on certain
property located approximately 1,000 feet east of Santa Anita Avenue and 2,300 feet west
of Etiwanda Avenue, north of 4th Street and south of 6th Street; APNS: 0229-283-50 and
51. An Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2020100056) was prepared for the project.
Primary Case File No. DRC2020-00202.
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Sean McPherson, Senior Planner, presented Commissioners with a Staff Report and presentation
(copy on file). He noted a clerical error on the Resolution for the Tree Removal Permit. It indicates
589 trees and 125 Heritage Trees. It is a total of 589, including the Heritage Trees.
Chair Oaxaca asked the Commission if there were any comments for staff on this Public Hearing Item.
Commissioner Morales asked about truck queuing issues. If it becomes a problem backing up onto 4th
Street, could it be a Condition of Approval on how to manage and direct queuing, so it does not create
traffic.
Sean McPherson answered the project is exempt from the provision of Ordinance 982, which would
require certain projects of this size to include parking management/circulation plans. He said in this
case, as the project is exempt, there was no management plan required. What the developer has
proposed is a queuing lane off Catherine Bridge Place for proper queuing on site.
Commissioner Morales asked if there will be trucking station for electric vehicles on site.
Sean McPherson responded the loading areas will be required to be equipped with EV charging ports.
Commissioner Oaxaca asked where the crossing on 6th Street will be. Is it relevant to the project.
Sean McPherson explained the northern portion of the site borders 6th Street. Currently, there are white
gates that block that road, and 6th Street is not complete. He said terms of the Development Agreement
require the developer to contribute $1 Million dollars toward its completion and work in good faith with
California Public Utilities Commission and the City to assure that segment on 6th Street will be complete.
Vice Chair Dopp asked regarding the solar panels to what extent is it going to fulfill electricity demands
that we are anticipating.
Sean McPherson answered in terms of the project working towards meeting those expectations, the
installation of solar is anticipated for this project despite being exempt from Ordinance 982 in order to a
reduce greenhouse gas emissions and so forth.
Vice Chair Dopp asked about the sales tax that is currently conditioned, we do not get a lot of sales tax
revenue from this type of project. Is that correct.
Sean McPherson explained the community benefit fee. This project would create certain impacts. For
example, it would create jobs that would not be very high-paying, which will exacerbate the jobs-housing
imbalance. Also, staff noted that the 1,678 jobs listed in the staff report are construction jobs. It is
anticipated that the project will result in approximately 1,470 long-term jobs. In order to anticipate that
potential impact and how it might affect affordable housing in the City, the developer has agreed to pay
a Community Benefit Fee. Going beyond the notion of sales tax, the community benefit fee could pay
toward offsetting impacts now. The applicant/developer also agreed that future tenants would have to
purchase equipment to run in the building. Future tenants would have to designate the City as the point
of sale of that equipment in order to obtain some sales tax.
Vice Chair Dopp asked about the EIR, greenhouse gases, air quality. He said there is a general
perception out there when starting a project, anticipating 275 truck stalls, that there is going to be
significant emission impact to the Community. Is there a way to reconcile some of the fears people have
against the data.
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Sean McPherson explained one thing that is important to consider is the square footage 2.1 million sq.
ft. Worth noting in terms of potential impacts is that the property is currently already improved with a 1.4
million sq. ft. building. In effect, the aggregate increase of sq. footage is not that full 2.1 million sq ft. but
rather 750 thousand sq. ft. As a result of the EIR analysis, a whole host of mitigation measures were
identified in order to bring the threshold of all impacts, including air quality impact emissions, to acceptable
levels.
Commissioner Morales mentioned on the development agreement it says it could be extended an
additional 9 years for additional payment. He asked to explain why it would be extended an additional 9
years.
Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney, explained that developers and cities negotiate development agreements
because they provide benefits to the city, but they provide best advice to develop under the current
ordinances in place at the time the development agreement is entered into. It provides certainty about
land use regulations that are applied to the project during the term of the development agreement. A
developer will typically want out, along with possible development agreement because it provides
uncertainty about what rules will apply to their property and development its uses over that time. That is
why the applicant may want to extend the development agreement after that 6th year.
With no further discussion from Commissioners, Chair Oaxaca opened public hearing.
Heather Crossner, Applicant, presented a PowerPoint slideshow on the Project Overview.
Commissioner Morales has concerns about truck queuing. Asked if they had any idea what it would look
like.
Heather Crossner responded there is one queuing space for every 10 loading docks. They have 275
loading docks, which require 27 queuing spaces. They have way more on site because it’s so large. She
said they far exceed queuing requirements.
Vice Chair Dopp asked who the tenant might be.
Heather Crossner responded they do not have a tenant. Does not happen until after construction. Too
early in the process.
The following persons commented in favor of the project: Randy Wetman, Samuel Nieto, Desiree
Vincente, Bill Quisenberry, Thomas Ruiz, Delshawn McClellon, Oscar Delcid, David Hanson, Sean
Silva, Louie Lopez, George Rivera, Zach Strasters.
Mark Rush, Resident, expressed environmental concerns.
For the record, it is noted that the following correspondences were received after the preparation of the
agenda packet and the following general concerns are noted: The actual correspondence should be
referred to for details:
• Email received from Rudy Zeledon, City of Ontario, Planning Director, requesting a need for a
hydrology study and encroachment permit.
• Email received from Aiden Marshall, Adams Broadwell Joseph & Cardozo, Notice of Settlement.
With no further comments from the Public, Chair Oaxaca closed public hearing.
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Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney, mentioned that in compliance with all the mitigation measures, the EIR,
Conditions of Approval, and as required by the Development Agreement, the project will be required to
comply with water efficient landscaping. He said the City has a water efficient landscaping ordinance
that does require compliance with a particular water budget for the project.
Commissioner Morales stated it appears a lot of good work went into this project. It’s good for the city.
Expressed he is in support of the project.
Vice Chair Dopp mentioned the environment means a lot and that all of our environmental people, who
submitted letters, spoke in favor of the project. That really says something. Overall, this is something
that will be great for our Community.
Commissioner Williams complimented staff for putting this together. She said the design is nicely done
and she is eager to see it. In full support of it.
Commissioner Guglielmo thanked staff for their diligent report and detail that went into this project. It
does make their analysis much easier when seeing a lot of people come out and support a project like
this. He really does hope it gets off the ground and is in support of recommending to City Council.
Chair Oaxaca stated that with a project like this, “sustainability” takes on a much broader meaning. The
support of this project has been expressed to us this evening. He believes when this project is
complete, it will be a model what an industrial development should look like in the city moving forward.
Motion by Vice Chair Dopp, second by Commissioner Williams to adopt the proposed Resolutions and
recommend to City Council for final action; 21-57 General Plan Map Amendment DRC2020-00213; 21-
58 Zoning Map Amendment DRC2020-00267; 21-59 Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM20271; 21-60
Design Review DRC2020-00202; 21-61 Tree Removal Permit DRC2020-00266; 21-62 Minor Use
Permit DRC2021-00315; 21-63; Development Agreement DRC2021-00180. Motion carried
unanimously, 5-0 vote. Recommending to City Council for final action.
E. General Business
E1. Findings of General Plan Conformity for Real Property Acquisition of Approximately 1.10
Acres Located at the Southwest Corner of San Bernardino Road and Klusman Avenue; APN:
0208-151-24.
David Eoff, Senior Planner, presented Commissioners with a Staff Report and presentation (copy on
file).
Chair Oaxaca asked the Commission if there were any comments for staff on this item.
Commissioner Guglielmo mentioned this is obviously a very old structure and asked if there is anything
that designates it historic or if there are any concerns with the removal for affordable housing.
David Eoff answered that the historical analysis of the structure and site will be part of the next step of
the process when an application or project is proposed. He said the removal of the structure or
restoration of the structure is part of the CEQA analysis when a project is presented.
Vice Chair Dopp stated from our presentation of City Council Goals, does this strategic property fall
under that specific provision.
David Eoff answered yes.
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Commissioners concur and are in favor of the project.
Motion by Commissioner Morales, second by Commissioner Guglielmo to approve proposed
Resolution 21-56 Findings of General Plan Conformity. Motion carried unanimously 5-0 vote.
F. Director Announcements
Acting Planning Director Jennifer Nakamura announced the General Plan EIR is currently available online
for review and comment. Comments are being accepted on the EIR through October 25, 2021 and there is
an informational video on the website that explains more about the EIR and its conclusions.
G. Commission Announcements - None
H. Adjournment
Motion by Commissioner Williams, second by Commissioner Guglielmo to adjourn the meeting, motion
carried unanimously, 5-0 vote. Meeting was adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
SUBJECT: PROJECT LOCATED AT 9757 LIBERTY STREET – W&W LAND DESIGN
CONSULTANTS – A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a
previously approved three (3) lot on 0.98 acres of land within the Low (L)
Residential District – APN: 0201-251-56. This item is exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s
CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15315 - Minor Land Divisions. Time
Extension and Tentative Parcel Map. (DRC2021-00300, SUBTPM19557)
RECOMMENDATION:
• Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Time Extension DRC2021-00300
for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557 through the adoption of the attached Resolution of
Approval.
BACKGROUND
On May 10, 2017, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557 and
Minor Design Review DRC2014-00700 to subdivide the subject property into 3 lots. The house
products were reviewed by the Design Review Committee on April 18, 2017. No significant issues
were identified, and the Committee accepted the proposal.
This time extension request is the second request to extend the approval period of Tentative
Parcel Map SUBTPM19557 for one (1) year. The original approval of SUBTPM19557 was on May
10, 2017, for a time period of 3 years. The applicant filed a time extension application on August
23, 2021. This will be the final time extension allowed per RCMC Chapter 16.20.100.C.
The approvals for the subject tentative parcel map including the proposed time extension are
outlined in the table below:
Tentative Parcel Map 19557 Approval History
Approving
Authority Approval/Extension Type Approval
Period
Approval
Date
Expiration
Date
Planning
Commission Original Approval 3 Years 05/10/2017 05/10/2020
Planning
Commission
Time Extension (PC Reso
20-24) 1 Year 04/22/2020 04/22/2021
DATE: October 13, 2021
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Anne McIntosh, AICP, Planning Director
INITIATED BY: Mena Abdul-Ahad, Assistant Planner
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
TIME EXTENSION DRC2021-00300– W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
October 13, 2021
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Assembly Bill
1561 Automatic Extension 6 Months 04/22/2021 10/22/2021
Planning
Commission
Time Extension DRC2021-
00300 (proposed) 1 Year 10/13/2021 10/13/2022
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
The project site is a 42,150 square foot (0.98-acre) parcel in a single-family residential
neighborhood located northeast of the intersection of Archibald Avenue and Lemon Avenue at
9757 Liberty Street. The parcel has a linear dimension of approximately 334 feet from north to
south and 130.99 feet from east to west. There is currently one single-family residence on the
property. The existing Land Use, General Plan and Zoning designations for the project site and
adjacent properties are as follows:
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Single-Family Residence Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
North Single-Family Residential Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
South Single-Family Residential Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
East Single-Family Residences Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
West Single-Family Residences Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
ANALYSIS:
Municipal Code Section 16.20.100 allows for time extensions for parcel maps not to exceed a
period or periods of two (2) years. SUBTPM19557 was scheduled to expire on October 22, 2021,
and the application to extend SUBTPM19557 was submitted on August 23, 2021. At this time, no
changes have occurred to what was previously approved, which involves the subdivision of one
(1) lot into three (3) lots and the construction of three (3) new single-family residences. Staff notes
that the Minor Design Review allowing the construction of the three new residences is held to a
different timeline which does not expire until May 10, 2023. All lots continue to comply with the
development standards applicable to the Low (L) Residential Zoning district, as described in the
Development Code.
A. Conformance with Development Code: Tentative Parcel Map (SUBTPM19557) was
designed to meet or exceed all development standards applicable to subdivisions in the
Low (L) residential District. The project density is 3.1 dwelling units per acre (2-4 dwelling
units per acre permitted). Required lot development standards and the provided lot
statistics are as follows:
Required Provided Compliant
Lot Width 65 Feet
Lot 1 = 91 Feet
Lot 2 = 100 Feet
Lot 3 = 100 Feet
Yes
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
TIME EXTENSION DRC2021-00300– W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
October 13, 2021
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Lot Depth 100 Feet
Lot 1 = 134 Feet
Lot 2 = 110 Feet
Lot 3 = 130.99 Feet
Yes
Minimum Frontage 40 Feet 40 Feet Yes
Minimum Frontage
(Flag Lot) 20 Feet 20 Feet (Lots 2 and 3) Yes
Minimum Lot Area 7,200 SF 11,492 – 17,355 SF Yes
Average Lot Area 8,000 SF 14,050 SF Yes
B. Public Art: Tentative Maps are exempt from the requirement to provide public art as
outlined in Chapter 17.124 of the Development Code. The future development of the three
(3) single-family residences on the subject tentative parcel map will also not be required
to fulfill the public art requirement. Public Art is only required when a residential
development project proposes to develop four or more dwelling units.
C. Environmental Assessment: The Planning Department staff previously determined that
the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA). The project qualified under the Classes 3 and 15 exemptions under
State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) and 15315 (Minor Subdivisions) because the project involves the construction
of three (3) single-family residential homes and a subdivision of one (1) parcel into three
(3) parcels. It has been determined that there is no substantial evidence that the project
may have significant effects on the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The project site currently is assessed an annual property tax. A percentage of this annual tax is
shared with the City. The proposed development will increase the value of the project site and the
City’s annual share of the property tax will increase accordingly. The project proponent will also
be responsible for paying one-time impact fees. These fees are intended to address the increased
demand for City services due to the proposed project. The following types of services that these
impact fees would support include the following: library services, transportation infrastructure,
drainage infrastructure, animal services, police, parks, and community and recreation services.
COUNCIL GOAL(S) ADDRESSED:
Although a specific current City Council goal does not apply to this application, the proposed
tentative parcel map time extension will further the City Council’s “Core Values” of “continuous
improvement” and “building and preserving family-oriented atmosphere” by providing an
opportunity for the future development of market rate for-sale residences on the 0.98-acre infill
parcel. With this time extension, the site retains the approved entitlement to subdivide the project
site into 3 single-family lots, consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan and the
objectives of the Development Code.
CORRESPONDENCE:
This item was advertised as a public hearing with a regular legal advertisement in the Inland
Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper on September 29, 2021 and notices were mailed to all property
owners (143 property owners) within a 660-foot radius of the project site. To date, no comments
have been received regarding the project notifications.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
TIME EXTENSION DRC2021-00300– W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
October 13, 2021
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EXHIBITS:
Exhibit A - Time Extension Request Letter
Exhibit B - Planning Commission Staff Report for SUBTPM19557 dated May 10, 2017
(with Exhibits)
Exhibit C - Planning Commission Staff Report and Resolution for 1st Time Extension
SUBTPM19557 dated April 22, 2020
Exhibit D - Draft Resolution 21-55 of Approval for Time Extension DRC2021-00300
Exhibit E - Conditions of Approval
W&W Land Design Consultants 2335 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite 1, Upland, CA 91786
Civil engineering, Subdivision, Land planning PH: (909) 608-7118
Fax: (909) 946-1137
Planning Department
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
August 16th, 2021
Subject: 2nd Time of Extension of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM 19557
Three (3) Single-family Residential Homes in Conjunction with TTM 19557
on a parcel of 42,150 SF with Low Residential (L) District located at 9757
Liberty Street; APN: 0201-251-56-0000
To Whom It May Concern,
We are requesting an extension for the approved Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM 19557
for the above-described project. The Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM 19557 was
approved by the Planning Commission at its meeting on May 11, 2017. We are fully
aware that this approval has approaching its 3-year expiration date therefore are
requesting an extension for the following reasons:
The owner side evaluates current house marketing in good condition to allow them
to move forward all construction documents and permits this year and start
construction in December 2022.
We expects all civil engineering plans including final parcel map will be submitted
to City on Jan 10th, 2022.
We hope that the reasons provided above are sufficient to receive an extension. If you
would like to speak more about this, please contact me at winstonliu@wwldc.com or
(909) 608-7118. Thank you for review this letter and we look forward to hearing back from
you. The following documents have been attached hereto and by this reference made a
part hereof:
Approval of Minor Design Review Modification DRC2014-00700
Approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM 19557
Sincerely,
Winston Liu, PE
Property Owner
Exhibit A
Exhibit B
STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: TIME EXTENSION DRC2020-00095 – W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
–A request to allow for the first one (1) year time extension of a previously
approved three (3) lot Tentative Parcel Map (SUBTPM19557) on 0.98 acres of
land within the Low (L) Residential District located at 9757 Liberty Street – APN:
0201-251-56. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under
CEQA Section 15315 - Minor Land Divisions.
RECOMMENDATION:
•Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Time Extension DRC2020-00095
for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557 through the adoption of the attached Resolution of
Approval.
BACKGROUND:
On May 10, 2017, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557 and
Minor Design Review DRC2014-00700 to subdivide the subject property into 3 lots. The house
products were reviewed by the Design Review Committee on April 18, 2017. No significant issues
were identified, and the Committee accepted the proposal.
This Time Extension request is the first request to extend the approval period of Tentative Parcel
Map SUBTPM19557 for one (1) year. The original approval of SUBTPM19557 was on May 10,
2017, for a time period of 3 years. The applicant filed a time extension application on March 2,
2020, prior to the original approval of May 10, 2020 expiration date.
The approvals for the subject tentative parcel map including the proposed time extension are
outlined in the table below:
Tentative Parcel Map 19557 Approval History
Approving
Authority Approval/Extension Type Approval
Period
Approval
Date
Expiration
Date
Planning
Commission Original Approval 3 Years 05/10/2017 05/10/2020
Planning
Commission
Time Extension
DRC2020-00095
(proposed)
1 Year Proposed
04/22/2020
Proposed
04/22/2021
DATE: April 22, 2020
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Anne McIntosh, AICP, Planning Director
INITIATED BY: Mena Abdul-Ahad, Assistant Planner
Exhibit C
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
TIME EXTENSION DRC2020-00095– W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
April 22, 2020
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PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
The project site is a 42,150 square foot parcel in a single-family residential neighborhood located
northeast of the intersection of Archibald Avenue and Lemon Avenue at 9757 Liberty Street. The
parcel has a linear dimension of approximately 334 feet from north to south and 130.99 feet from
east to west. There is currently one single-family residence on the property. The existing Land
Use, General Plan and Zoning designations for the project site and adjacent properties are as
follows:
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Single-Family Residence Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
North Single-Family Residential Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
South Single-Family Residential Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
East Single-Family Residences Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
West Single-Family Residences Low
Residential Low (L) Residential District
ANALYSIS:
Municipal Code Section 16.20.100 allows for time extensions for parcel maps not to exceed a
period or periods of two (2) years. The application to extend SUBTPM19557 was submitted on
March 2, 2020. At this time, no changes have occurred to what was previously approved, which
involves the subdivision of one (1) lot into three (3) lots and the construction of three (3) new
single-family residences. Staff notes that the Minor Design Review allowing the construction of
the three new residences is held to a different timeline which does not expire until May 10, 2023.
All lots continue to comply with the development standards applicable to the Low (L) Residential
Zoning district, as described in the Development Code.
A. Conformance with Development Code: Tentative Parcel Map (SUBTPM19557) was
designed to meet or exceed all development standards applicable to subdivisions in the
Low (L) Residential District. The project density is 3.1 dwelling units per acre (2-4 dwelling
units per acre permitted). Required lot development standards and the provided lot
statistics are as follows:
Required Provided Compliant
Lot Width 65 Feet
Lot 1 = 91 Feet
Lot 2 = 100 Feet
Lot 3 = 100 Feet
Yes
Lot Depth 100 Feet
Lot 1 = 134 Feet
Lot 2 = 110 Feet
Lot 3 = 130.99 Feet
Yes
Minimum Frontage 40 Feet 40 Feet Yes
Minimum Frontage
(Flag Lot) 20 Feet 20 Feet (Lots 2 and 3) Yes
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TIME EXTENSION DRC2020-00095 – W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
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Minimum Lot Area 7,200 SF 11,492 – 17,355 SF Yes
Average Lot Area 8,000 SF 14,050 SF Yes
B. Public Art: Tentative Maps are exempt from providing public art as outlined in Chapter
17.124 of the Development Code. The future development of the three (3) single-family
residences on the subject tentative parcel map will not be required to fulfill the public art
requirement. Public Art is only required when a residential development project proposed
to develop four or more dwelling units.
C. Environmental Assessment: The Planning Department staff previously determined that
the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines. The project qualified under the
Classes 3 and 15 exemptions under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (New
Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and 15315 (Minor Subdivisions) because
the project involves the construction of three (3) single-family residential homes and a
subdivision of one (1) parcel into three (3) parcels. It has been determined that there is
no substantial evidence that the project may have significant effects on the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The project site currently is assessed an annual property tax. A percentage of this annual tax is
shared with the City. The proposed development will increase the value of the project site and the
City’s annual share of the property tax will increase accordingly. The project proponent will also
be responsible for paying one-time impact fees. These fees are intended to address the increased
demand for City services due to the proposed project. The following types of services that these
impact fees would support include the following: library services, transportation infrastructure,
drainage infrastructure, animal services, police, parks, and community and recreation services.
COUNCIL GOAL(S) ADDRESSED:
Although a specific current City Council goal does not apply to this application, the proposed
tentative parcel map time extension will further the City Council’s 2019 goal of enhancing our
premier community status by providing an opportunity for the future development of market rate
for-sale residences on the 0.98 acre infill parcel. With this time extension, the site retains the
approved entitlement to subdivide the project site into 3 single-family lots, consistent with the
goals and policies of the General Plan and the objectives of the Development Code.
CORRESPONDENCE:
This item was advertised as a public hearing with a regular legal advertisement in the Inland
Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 660-foot
radius of the project site. To date, no comments have been received regarding the project
notifications.
EXHIBITS:
Exhibit A - Time Extension Request Letter
Exhibit B - Planning Commission Staff Report for SUBTPM19557 dated May 10, 2017
(with exhibits)
Draft Resolution of Approval for Time Extension DRC2020-00095
RESOLUTION NO. 21-55
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TIME EXTENSION
DRC2021-00300, A REQUEST TO ALLOW FOR A ONE (1) YEAR TIME
EXTENSION OF A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP SUBTPM19557, A SUBDIVISION OF APPROXIMATLEY .98 ACRES
INTO 3 SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED LOTS WITHIN THE LOW (L)
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT LOCATED AT 9757 LIBERTY STREET; AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF – APN: 0201-251-56.
A.Recitals.
1.W&W Land Design Consultants filed an application a time extension to extend the
approval period of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557, as described in the title of this
Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Tentative Parcel Map Time Extension
request is referred to as "the application."
2.On May 10, 2017, this Commission adopted Resolution No. 17-41, thereby approving
the application subject to specific conditions and time limits.
3. On April 22, 2020, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
approved a one (1) year time extension for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557, extending the
approval period to April 22, 2021.
4.On October 13, 2021, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a noticed public hearing for the application and concluded said hearing on that date.
5.All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B.Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1.This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2.Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on October 13, 2021, including written and oral staff reports, together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a.The application applies to a 0.98 acres rectangular-shaped parcel of land located
at 9757 Liberty Street with a linear dimension, from north to south, of approximately 334 feet and
a linear dimension, from east to west, of approximately 130.99 feet and is developed with one (1)
single-family residence; and
b.The site is located within the Low (L) Residential District. The surrounding
properties to the north, south, east, and west are developed with single-family homes and are
also located within the Low (L) Residential District; and
Exhibit D
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TIME EXTENSION DRC2021-00300 – W&W LAND DESIGN CONSULTANTS
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c. The subdivision of the project site conforms to all applicable development
standards of the Development Code for the Low (L) Residential District; and
d. This application is a request to extend the approval period of Tentative Parcel Map
SUBTPM19557 for one (1) additional year. The time extension is necessary to allow time for the
property owner to evaluate the current housing market and finalize the civil engineering plans.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs
1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The previously approved Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the City's
current General Plan, Municipal Code, ordinances, plans, codes, and policies. The proposed
project is for the subdivision of .98 acres of land for three (3) single-family detached lot
development. The project site is within the Low (L) Residential District, which permits the
development of single-family projects with a density of maximum 4 dwelling units per acre. The
approved three (3) unit single-family development on the project site has a density of
approximately 3.1 dwelling units per acres; and
b. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed. Currently
the site is developed with one single-family home that is unoccupied. The project involves grading
of the site to comply with City requirements and to be consistent with previously approved tract
maps within the vicinity of the subject property; and
c. The proposed subdivision, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will
not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity; and
d. The proposed subdivision complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code. The proposed subdivision complies with all development standards outlined
in the Development Code for single-family projects within the Low (L) Residential District,
including density, setbacks and design; and
e. The time extension is within the time limits established by State law and local
ordinance. State law allows for one (1) year time extensions. This is the final time extension
granted for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the application, together with all
written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the
Planning Commission finds that no subsequent or supplemental environmental document is
required pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in connection with the
review and approval of this application based upon the following findings and determinations:
a. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the City’s
local CEQA Guidelines, the City adopted a Categorical Exemption on May 10, 2017, in connection
with the City’s approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19557. The project qualified under the
Classes 3 and 15 exemptions under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (New Construction
or Conversion of Small Structures) and 15315 (Minor Subdivisions) because the project involves
the construction of three (3) single-family residential homes and a subdivision of one (1) parcel
into three (3) parcels. It has been determined that there is no substantial evidence that the project
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may have significant effects on the environment.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3 and 4 above,
this Commission hereby grants a time extension. The new expiration date for Tentative Parcel
Map SUBTPM19557 is October 13, 2022.
6. All applicable Conditions of Approval in Resolution No. 17-41 for SUBTPM19557 shall
apply to Time Extension DRC2021-00300.
The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2021.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Francisco Oaxaca, Chairman
ATTEST:
Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary
I, Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced,
passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular
meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 13th day of October 2021, by the following vote-
to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
SUBJECT: PROJECT LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE AND
SOUTH OF WHITTRAM AVENUE -– SERGE BONALDO FOR BERNELL
HYDRAULICS - A request for site plan and architectural review of a 21,221
square foot industrial building for a business that includes retail sales on 2.87
acres of land in the Neo Industrial (NI) District; APN: 0229-162-15. The project
qualifies as a Class 32 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 -
In-Fill Development Projects. Design Review and Conditional Use Permit.
(DRC2021-00166, DRC2021-00304)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission take the following action:
• Approve Design Review DRC2021-00166 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2021-00304
through the adoption of the attached Resolutions of Approval with Conditions.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A request to construct a 21,211 square foot industrial building on 2.87 acres of land for a business
that maintains hydraulic systems and sells related parts.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
The project site is located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue and south of Whittram Avenue.
The site is presently developed with four metal buildings (16,488 square feet total) which are
occupied by office, retail, and vehicle repair businesses. These buildings will remain with the
development of the remainder of the parcel. The parcel is approximately 460 feet from east to west
and 270 feet from north to south, with an area of approximately 125,017 square feet (2.87 acres).
The right-of-way improvements and utility undergrounding along Etiwanda Avenue have not been
completed.
The project site is adjacent to an approved grade separation project on Etiwanda Avenue over the
existing rail right-of-way that runs on the south side of the project site. The grade separation project
is scheduled to commence construction in 2022 and will necessitate the construction of a new
access road to the project site from Whittram Avenue that will connect to a stub street under the
overpass.
The existing Land Use, General Plan and Zoning designations for the project site and adjacent
properties are as follows:
DATE: October 13, 2021
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Anne McIntosh, AICP, Planning Director
INITIATED BY: Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
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ANALYSIS:
A. Project Overview: The applicant proposes developing a 21,221 square foot warehouse
distribution building that includes 3,024 square feet used for truck service, 9,111 square feet
for production/repair of hydraulic devices, 3,509 square feet of warehouse, 4,472 square feet
of combined office on the main floor and within the mezzanine and 1,105 square feet of retail.
The front, or primary, elevation of the building will be oriented towards the east property line,
which includes the office area and main building entrance.
The proposed building will be of concrete tilt-up construction and will be painted multiple
shades of gray along with Bernell Hydraulics’ brand/company color – red. Each elevation
includes glazing with metal awnings, with building pop-outs on the north and south elevations
to provide visual interest. The required 500 square foot employee outdoor eating area will be
located along the south side of the building and will include a wood lattice shade cover,
multiple dining tables, and a trash receptacle.
The building includes four at-grade roll-up doors (no dock-high doors proposed) located on
the south side of the building. The site will be accessed by three driveways, two connections
to the access road on the north side of the building, and one connection to the access road
to the west. Each entrance will also serve all of the existing buildings on the project site and
will include decorative paving.
The project complies with the development standards for the General Industrial (GI) District
(the project was determined to be complete prior to the approval of the new industrial
standards (Ordinance 982)), including building and parking setbacks, floor area ratio, and
landscape coverage as shown on the following table:
Development Standard Required Provided Compliant?
Building Setback (Street) 25 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Building Setback (Side) 5 Feet 40 and 50 Feet Yes
Building Setback (Rear) 0 Feet 135 Feet Yes
Parking Setback 15 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Landscape Depth 25 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Landscape Coverage 10 Percent 10.27 Percent Yes
Floor Area Ratio 50 – 60 Percent 30 Percent Yes
Building Height* 35 – 75 Feet 32 Feet Yes
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Industrial Buildings/Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
North Single-Family Residence/
Vacant land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
South Railroad Right-of-Way/
Recycling Facility Heavy Industrial Industrial Employment (IE)
District
East Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
West Industrial Buildings General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
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The parking requirement for the project is based on the mix of office, retail, storage, and
vehicle repair. The project is required to provide 76 vehicle parking spaces as shown in the
following table:
Use Parking Ratio Required Parking Provided Parking
Existing Warehouse (9,137 SF) 1:1,000 SF 10
Existing Retail/Office (1,000 SF) 1:250 4
Existing Vehicle Repair (6,351 SF) 1:400 SF 16
New Truck Service (3,024 SF) 1:400 SF 8
Production Repair (9,111 SF) 1:500 SF 18
Warehouse (3,509 SF) 1:1,000SF 4 Spaces 47 Spaces
Office/Retail* (3,991 SF) 1:250 SF 16 Spaces 32 Spaces
Total Vehicle Parking 76 Spaces 76 Spaces
*1,586 SF Reduction for Hallways, Stairs, Bathroom, and Mechanical Rooms
B. Conditional Use Permit DRC2020-00304: Bernell Hydraulics, the future tenant of the subject
building, will maintain hydraulic systems along with the storing and sale of hydraulic parts.
Retail sales as part of a warehouse use require the approval of a Conditional Use Permit
within the Neo Industrial (NI) District.
Bernell Hydraulics currently has 26 full-time employees at their existing facility in Rancho
Cucamonga, which will be relocated to the proposed building. Of the 26 full-time staff
members, 4 employees will be dedicated to the sales area. The sales personnel will consist
of 2 phone sales and 2 retail salesclerks. The hours of operation for the business will be
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., as well as Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to
12:00 p.m. The new facility will provide adequate parking for each of the proposed uses,
including the retail sales area.
C. Design Review Committee: The project was reviewed by the Design Review Committee
(Oaxaca, Williams, and Smith) on September 14, 2021 (Exhibit C). The Committee
recommended that the project move forward as presented to the Planning Commission for
final review and approval.
D. Public Art: The project is subject to the public art requirement and will be required to provide
public art on the project site with a minimum value of $21,221 or pay an in-lieu fee to the
City’s public art fund, equal to the minimum value of art that would otherwise be included in
the development project. A condition has been included pursuant to the Development Code
Chapter 17.124 that requires the public art requirement to be met prior to occupancy.
E. Environmental Assessment: The Planning Department staff has determined that the project
is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
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(CEQA) and the City’s CEQA Guidelines. The project qualifies as a Class 32 exemption
under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 - In-Fill Development Projects for the following
reasons: (1) the project is consistent with the applicable General Plan designations and all
applicable General Plan policies as well as with the applicable zoning designation and
regulations, (2) the proposed development occurs within the City limits on a project site of no
more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, (3) the project site has no value
as a habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species, (4) approval of the project would not
result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality, and (5)
the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services.
The General Plan Land Use and Zoning designation for the project site is General Industrial
and Neo Industrial (NI) District, respectively, which permits the development and operation
of a warehouse/distribution building of the proposed size and configuration. The project
complies with the City’s development standards and design guidelines, including setbacks,
height, lot coverage, and design requirements. The project site is located within the City
limits, is under five acres, and is surrounded by existing industrial development and City
infrastructure. The following are the five environmental factors that need to be analyzed to
determine that the project, respectively, qualifies for the Categorical Exemption:
a) Traffic: A Trip Generation Assessment (Urban Crossroads; December 23, 2020) was
prepared for the project which determined that the number of trips generated by the
project would not create a significant impact. The project will generate approximately 15
peak hour trips which are well below 50 peak hours trips that would necessitate a Traffic
Impact Analysis.
b) Noise: A Noise Impact Analysis (Urban Crossroads; December 23, 2020) was prepared
for the project. The analysis determined that the construction and operational noise levels
would not exceed the City’s noise thresholds and no mitigation measures were
necessary.
c) Air Quality: Separate Air Quality and a Green House Gas Analysis (Urban Crossroads;
December 23, 2020) were prepared for the project. The analysis determined that
emissions associated with the construction and operation of the project would be below
South Coast Air Quality Maintenance District (SCAQMD) thresholds for both Air Quality
and Green House Gases.
d) Water Quality: A Water Quality Control exhibit (Valued Engineering, Inc.; October 2020)
was prepared for the project. It was also determined through the review of the project’s
preliminary water quality plan that the project would not result in a significant impact
related to water quality of the site or surrounding properties.
e) Biological: A Habitat Assessment) (ELMT Consulting; June 7, 2021) was prepared for the
project site. The project site does not include any natural habitats and is surrounded by
development. The Habitat Assessment determined that the project site does not contain
drainage features, ponded areas, wetlands, or riparian habitats that would be under the
jurisdiction of federal, state, or local agencies. Based on the onsite conditions, the project
is not anticipated to result in any impact to federally or State-listed plants or animals listed
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as endangered or threatened or to any non-listed special-status species. No natural
communities will be affected by the project and the project is not within a Habitat
Conservation Plan area. The Habitat Assessment does recommend a nesting bird survey
prior to grading if vegetation removal takes place during the bird nesting period (February
1 to August 31). A condition of approval has been added to the project requiring the
nesting bird survey if grading falls within the nesting bird season.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The project site is currently assessed an annual property tax. A percentage of this annual tax is
shared with the City. The proposed development will increase the value of the project site and the
City’s annual share of the property tax will increase accordingly. The project proponent will also be
responsible for paying one-time impact fees. These fees are intended to address the increased
demand for City services due to the proposed project. The following types of services that these
impact fees would support include the following: library services, transportation infrastructure,
drainage infrastructure, animal services, police, parks, and community and recreation services.
COUNCIL GOAL(S) ADDRESSED:
The project fulfills City Council Core Value #7 (Continuous Improvement) by enhancing an existing
industrial site adjacent to an approved grade separation of Etiwanda Avenue, thereby improving
the visual aesthetics of a redeveloping industrial area in the City. The proposed industrial building
will enhance our “World Class” Status by providing a well-designed building that is complementary
to the surrounding land uses and will provide additional employment opportunities for our residents
and the region.
CORRESPONDENCE:
This item was advertised as a public hearing with a regular legal advertisement in the Inland Valley
Daily Bulletin newspaper on September 27, 2021, the property was posted on September 22, 2021,
and notices were mailed to 23 property owners within a 660-foot radius of the project site on
September 29, 2021. No comments have been received in response to these notifications.
EXHIBITS:
Exhibit A - Project Location
Exhibit B - Plan Set
Exhibit C - Design Review Committee Comments and Action Agenda dated September 14, 2021
Exhibit D - Draft Resolution 21-64 of Approval for Design Review DRC2021-00166
Exhibit E - Draft Resolution 21-65 of Approval for Conditional Use Permit DRC2021-00304
Exhibit F - Conditions of Approval
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ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
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THESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
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BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
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THESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
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ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
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THESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
ADDRESS 909.944.9992bonaldoengineeringAS NOTEDJUNE 30, 2021NATAL / SL19-22-42988821 ETIWANDA AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
A-1PROPOSEDFIRSTFLOOR PLAN
THESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
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BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
A-2PROPOSEDMEZZANINEFLOOR PLAN
THESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
ADDRESS 909.944.9992bonaldoengineeringAS NOTEDJUNE 30, 2021NATAL / SL19-22-42988821 ETIWANDA AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
A-3PROPOSEDROOF PLAN
BernellTHESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
ADDRESS 909.944.9992bonaldoengineeringAS NOTEDJUNE 30, 2021NATAL / SL19-22-42988821 ETIWANDA AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
A-4PROPOSEDEXTERIORELEVATIONSBernell
THESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
ADDRESS 909.944.9992bonaldoengineeringAS NOTEDJUNE 30, 2021NATAL / SL19-22-42988821 ETIWANDA AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
A-5PROPOSEDBUILDINGSECTIONS
BernellTHESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
ADDRESS 909.944.9992bonaldoengineeringAS NOTEDJUNE 30, 2021NATAL / SL19-22-42988821 ETIWANDA AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
A-6PROPOSEDEXTERIORCOLOREDELEVATIONSBernell
BernellTHESE DRAWINGS ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE ANDARE PROPERTY OF BONALDO ENGINEERING. ALLDESIGNS AND OTHER INFORMATION ON THESEDRAWINGS ARE FOR THE USE ON THE SPECIFIEDPROJECT AND SHALL NOT BE USED OTHERWISEWITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OFBONALDO ENGINEERING. WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ONTHESE DRAWINGS SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVERSCALED DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL VERIFYAND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS ANDCONDITIONS ON THE FIELD AND THIS OFFICE SHALL BENOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE DIMENSIONSAND CONDITIONS SHOWN ON THESE DRAWINGS.10700 jersey blvd., suite 700rancho cucamonga, ca 91730phoneREVISIONSDATEDRAWN BYJOB NoSCALESHEET NoPROJECTSHEET TITLEOWNER
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BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-
BERNELL HYDRAULICS, INC.
NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CANOTE: ͞ I have complied with the criteria of the ordinance andapplied them accordingly for the efficient use of water in theirrigation design plan."______________________________________________Phil May, Landscape Architect Date06-30-21Point of Connection # 1Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA)Total MAWA = (ETo x 0.55 x LA x 0.62) = Gallons per year for LAwhere:MAWA = Maximum Applied Water Allowance (gallons per year)ETo = Reference Evapotranspiration Appendix C (inches per year)0.55 = Evapotranspiration Adjustment Factor (ETAF) residential0.45 = Evapotranspiration Adjustment Factor (ETAF) non-residential1.0 = ETAF for Special Landscaped AreaLA = Landscaped Area (square feet)0.62 = Conversion factor (to gallons per square foot)SLA = Special Landscaped Area (square feet)MAWA for LA=Total MAWA =ETo ETAFLA or SLA (ft2)ConversionMAWA (Gallons Per Year)xxx=56.40.6210,710168,528.00168,528.00 Gal./ Year10,710=0.45MAWA Calculation:Estimated Applied Water UseEAWU = ETo x KL [/$[·,( *DOORQVSHU\HDUwhere:EAWU = Estimated Applied Water Use (gallons per year)ETo = Reference Evapotranspiration (inches per year)KL = Landscape CoefficientLA = Landscaped Area (square feet)0.62 = Conversion factor (to gallons per square foot)IE = Irrigation EfficiencETo KL LAConversion IEEAWU (Gallons per year)=92,470.00EAWU CalculationLow Water Shrubs=xx0.6210,710x¸0.8192,470.00 Gal./ Year10,710Total EAWU =56.40.2
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NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDING DRC
8821 ETIWANDA AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739
BERNELL HYDRAULICS
ATTN.: JOHN CLEMONS
PHONE 909.899.1751 FAX ---
CASE No DRC-DESIGN WEST ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL ENERGY CONSULTANTS
San Bernardino, CA 92408
412 E. Vanderbilt Way
Phone: 909-890-3700
Fax: 909-890-3770
Email: cadd@designwesteng.com
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
September 14, 2021
7:00 p.m.
Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner
LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE AND SOUTH OF WHITTRAM AVENUE -– SERGE BONALDO FOR BERNELL HYDRAULICS - A request for site plan and
architectural review of a 21,221 square foot industrial building on 2.87 acres of land in the Neo
Industrial (NI) District; APN: 0229-162-15. This item is exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under CEQA
Section 15332 – Infill Development Projects. Design Review (DRC2021-00166)
Site Characteristics: The project site is located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue and south of
Whittram Avenue. The site is presently developed with four metal buildings (16,488 square feet
total) which are occupied by office, retail, and vehicle repair businesses. The parcel is
approximately 460 feet from east to west and 270 feet from north to south, with an area of
approximately 125,017 square feet (2.87 acres). The right-of-way improvements and utility
undergrounding along Etiwanda Avenue have not been completed.
The existing Land Use, General Plan and Zoning designations for the project site and adjacent
properties are as follows:
Project Overview: The applicant proposes developing a 21,221 square foot warehouse
distribution building that includes 3,024 square feet used for truck service, 9,111 square feet for
production/repair of hydraulic devices, 3,509 square feet of warehouse, 4,472 square feet of
combined office on the main floor and within the mezzanine and 1,105 square feet of retail. The
front, or primary, elevation of the building will be oriented towards the east property line, which
includes the office area and main building entrance.
The proposed building will be of concrete tilt-up construction and will be painted multiple shades
of gray along with the Bernell Hydraulics’ brand/company color – red. Each elevation includes
glazing with metal awnings, with building articulation consisting of pop-outs of the wall planes on
the north and south elevations to provide visual interest. The required 500 square foot employee
outdoor eating area will be located along the south side of the building and will include a wood
lattice shade cover, multiple dining tables, and a trash receptacle.
The building includes four at-grade rollup doors (no dock-high doors proposed) located on the
south side of the building. The site will be accessed by two driveways, one located on the north
side of the building, adjacent to the office area, and one located on the west property line, south
of the building. Each entrance will also serve the existing buildings on the project site and include
decorative paving.
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Industrial Buildings/Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
North Single-Family Residence/
Vacant land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
South Rail Right-of-Way/
Recycling Facility Heavy Industrial Industrial Employment (IE)
District
East Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
West Industrial Buildings General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
Exhibit C
DRC COMMENTS
DRC2021-00166 – SERGE BONALDO FOR BERNELL HYDRAULICS
September 14, 2021
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The project complies with the development standards for the General Industrial (GI) District (the
project was deemed complete prior to the approval of the new industrial standards (Ordinance
982) that went into effect on August 20, 2021), including building and parking setbacks, parking,
floor area ratio, and landscape coverage as shown on the following tables:
Development Standard Required Provided Compliant?
Building Setback (Street) 25 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Building Setback (Side) 5 Feet 40 and 50 Feet Yes
Building Setback (Rear) 0 Feet 135 Feet Yes
Parking Setback 15 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Landscape Depth 25 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Landscape Coverage 10 Percent 10.27 Percent Yes
Floor Area Ratio 50 – 60 Percent 30 Percent Yes
Building Height* 35 – 75 Feet 32 Feet Yes
* 35 Feet at Minimum Setback (1 Foot Additional Height for Each 1 Foot of Additional Setback
Use Parking Ratio Required Parking Provided Parking
Existing Warehouse (9,137 SF) 1:1,000 SF 10
Existing Retail/Office (1,000 SF) 1:250 4
Existing Vehicle Repair (6,351 SF) 1:400 SF 16
New Truck Service (3,024 SF) 1:400 SF 8
Production Repair (9,111 SF) 1:500 SF 18
Warehouse (3,509 SF) 1:1,000
4 Spaces 47 Spaces
Office/Retail*
(3,991 SF) 1:250 SF 16 Spaces 32 Spaces
Total Vehicle Parking 76 Spaces 76 Spaces
*1,586 SF Reduction for hallways, stairs, restrooms, and mechanical rooms
Staff Comments: Staff supports the proposed building design and site plan layout. The project
complies with the Development Code standards of the General Industrial (GI) District. The
proposed building design uses varied building materials including extensive glazing at the office
corner, sandblasting, and a varied color palette. The project site is well-designed for the proposed
office, hydraulic parts sales and repair business. Adequate parking is provided for employees and
visitors. An outdoor eating area is provided adjacent to the south property line with a metal
overhead trellis shade structure along with multiple picnic tables.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion. 1. The project is subject to the public art requirement per Development Code Chapter 17.124.
2. All ground-mounted equipment and utility boxes, including transformers, back-flow devices,
etc., shall be screened per Development Code Section 17.48.050.4.e. This equipment shall
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September 14, 2021
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be painted dark green.
3. All Double Detector Checks (DDCs) and Fire Department Connections (FDCs) shall be
screened on three sides by 4-foot-high walls. The walls shall incorporate the design and
materials used on the buildings.
4. All wrought iron fences and sliding gates shall be painted black and include view obscuring
metal backing.
5. Decorative paving shall be provided at all vehicular access points onto the site.
6. All doors (roll-up, emergency access) shall be painted to match the color of the adjacent
wall or glass panel.
7. Provide durable street furniture in the outdoor employee eating area, such as tables, chairs,
and waste receptacles.
8. All trash enclosures shall be constructed per City standard. The design of the trash
enclosures shall incorporate the materials, finish, color, and trim used on the buildings.
Staff Recommendation: Staff requests that the Design Review Committee consider the design
(building architecture, site planning, etc.) of the proposed project and recommend the selected
action below to the Planning Director / Planning Commission:
☒Recommend Approval of the design of the project as proposed by the applicant.
☐Recommend Approval with Modifications to the design of the project by incorporating
revisions requested by the Committee. Follow-up review by the Committee is not required. The
revisions shall be verified by staff prior to review and action by the Planning Director / Planning
Commission.
☐Recommend Conditional Approval of the design of the project by incorporating revisions
requested by the Committee. Follow-up review by the Committee is not required. The revisions
shall be Conditions of Approval and verified by staff during plan check after review and action by
the Planning Director / Planning Commission.
☐Recommend Denial of the design of the project as proposed by the applicant.
Design Review Committee Action:
Staff Planner: Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner
Members Present:
Staff Coordinator: Michael Smith, Principal Planner
Design Review Committee Meeting
Rains Conference Room
AGENDA
September 14, 2021
MINUTES
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
7:00 p.m.
A. Call to Order
The meeting of the Design Review Committee was held on September 14, 2021. The meeting was called to
order by Sean McPherson, Acting Staff Coordinator, at 7:04 p.m.
Design Review Committee members present: Diane Williams, Bryan Dopp - Alternate
Francisco Oaxaca - Absent
Staff Present: Sean McPherson, Senior Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner.
B. Public Communications
Staff Coordinator opened the public communication and, after noting there were no public comments, closed
public communications.
C. Consent Calendar
C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2021. (No meetings on June 15th
and July 6th.)
Motion carried 2-0 vote to adopt the minutes as presented.
D. Project Review Items
D1. LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE AND SOUTH OF WHITTRAM
AVENUE -– SERGE BONALDO FOR BERNELL HYDRAULICS - A request for site plan and
architectural review of a 21,221 square foot industrial building on 2.87 acres of land in the Neo
Industrial (NI) District. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15332 – Infill
Development Projects. APN: 0229-162-15. Design Review (DRC2021-00166).
The Design Review Committee received staff’s report and stated that the project was well designed and
recommended that the project move forward to the Planning Commission for final review.
The Committee took the following action:
Recommend approval to PC/PD. 2-0 Vote
Design Review Committee Regular Meeting Minutes – September 14, 2021
Page 2 of 2
Draft
E. Adjournment
Meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________
Elizabeth Thornhill
Executive Assistant, Planning Department
Approved:
RESOLUTION NO. 21-64
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW
DRC2021-00166, A REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL
REVIEW OF A 21,221 SQUARE FOOT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING ON 2.87
ACRES OF LAND IN THE NEO INDUSTRIAL (NI) DISTRICT ON THE
EAST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE AND SOUTH OF WHITTRAM
AVENUE; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF – APN: 0229-
162-15.
A.Recitals.
1. Serge Bonaldo, on behalf of Bernell Hydraulics, filed an application for the approval of
Design Review DRC2021-00166 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this
Resolution, the subject Design Review request is referred to as "the application."
2.On the 13th day of October 2021, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said
hearing on that date.
3.All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B.Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1.This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2.Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing on October 13, 2021, including written and oral staff reports,
together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a.The application applies to a property generally located on the east side of Etiwanda
Avenue, south of Whittram Avenue; and
b.The site is presently developed with four metal buildings (16,488 square feet total)
which are occupied by office, retail, and vehicle repair businesses. These buildings will remain with
the development of the remainder of the parcel; and
c.The parcel is approximately 460 feet from east to west and 270 feet from north to
south, with an area of approximately 125,017 square feet (2.87 acres); and
d.The existing Land Use, General Plan and Zoning designations for the project site
and adjacent properties are as follows:
Exhibit D
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 21-64
DR DRC2021-00166 – SERGE BONALDO FOR BERNELL HYDRAULICS
October 13, 2021
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e. The proposed building will be of concrete tilt-up construction and will be painted
multiple shades of gray along with the tenant’s company color – red. Each elevation includes
glazing with metal awnings, with building pop-outs on the north and south elevations to provide
visual interest; and
f. The project complies with all development standards including building and parking
setbacks, floor area ratio, and landscape coverage as shown on the following table:
Development Standard Required Provided Compliant?
Building Setback (Street) 25 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Building Setback (Side) 5 Feet 40 and 50 Feet Yes
Building Setback (Rear) 0 Feet 135 Feet Yes
Parking Setback 15 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Landscape Depth 25 Feet 25 Feet Yes
Landscape Coverage 10 Percent 10.27 Percent Yes
Floor Area Ratio 50 – 60 Percent 30 Percent Yes
Building Height* 35 – 75 Feet 32 Feet Yes
g. The parking requirement for the project is based on the mix of office, retail,
storage, and vehicle repair. The project is required to provide 76 vehicle parking spaces as shown
in the following table:
Use Parking Ratio Required Parking Provided Parking
Existing Warehouse
(9,137 SF) 1:1,000 SF 10
Existing Retail/Office
(1,000 SF) 1:250 4
Existing Vehicle Repair
(6,351 SF) 1:400 SF 16
New Truck Service
(3,024 SF) 1:400 SF 8
Production Repair
(9,111 SF) 1:500 SF 18
Warehouse
(3,509 SF) 1:1,000SF 4 Spaces 47 Spaces
Office/Retail*
(3,991 SF) 1:250 SF 16 Spaces 32 Spaces
Total Vehicle Parking 76 Spaces 76 Spaces
*1,586 SF Reduction for Hallways, Stairs, Bathroom, and Mechanical Rooms
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Industrial Buildings/Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
North Single-Family Residence/
Vacant land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
South Railroad Right-of-Way/
Recycling Facility Heavy Industrial Industrial Employment (IE)
District
East Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
West Industrial Buildings General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
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3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs 1
and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the
Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located. The proposal is to
construct an industrial building of 21,211 square feet. The underlying General Plan designation is
General Industrial (GI) District.
b. The proposed development is compatible with the existing and proposed land uses
in the surrounding area. The proposed land uses are consistent with the land uses within the vicinity
where it is located and the expectations of the community. The zoning of the surrounding
properties, except the property to the south, is Neo Industrial (NI) District. The property to the south
is zoned Industrial Employment (IE).
c. The proposed development complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code. The proposed development complies with all standards outlined in the
Development Code, including building and parking setbacks, average landscape depth, floor area
ratio, parking, dock and storage area screening, landscape coverage, site planning, and
architecture.
d. The proposed project, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity. The potential land uses that would be associated with this project are
consistent with the land uses within the vicinity where it is located and the expectations of the
community. The zoning of the surrounding properties, except the property to the south, is Neo
Industrial (NI) District. The property to the south is zoned Industrial Employment (IE).
4. The 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. The project qualifies under a Class 32 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section
15332 - In-Fill Development Projects for the following reasons: (1) the project is consistent with the
applicable General Plan designations and all applicable General Plan policies as well as with the
applicable zoning designation and regulations, (2) the proposed development occurs within the City
limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, (3) the
project site has no value as a habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species, (4) approval of the
project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality,
and (5) the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services.
The General Plan Land Use and Zoning designation for the project site is General Industrial and
Neo Industrial (NI) District, respectively, which permits the development and operation of a
warehouse/distribution building of the proposed size and configuration. The project complies with
the City’s development standards and design guidelines, including setbacks, height, lot coverage,
and design requirements. The project site is located within the City limits, is under five acres, and is
surrounded by existing residential development and City infrastructure. The following are the five
environmental factors that need to be analyzed in order to determine that the project qualifies for
the Categorical Exemption:
a) Traffic: A Trip Generation Assessment (Urban Crossroads; December 23, 2020) was
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prepared for the project which determined that the number of trips generated by the project
would not create a significant impact. The project will generate approximately 15 peak hour
trips which are well below 50 peak hours trips that would necessitate a Traffic Impact
Analysis.
b) Noise: A Noise Impact Analysis (Urban Crossroads; December 23, 2020) was prepared for
the project. The analysis determined that the construction and operational noise levels would
not exceed the City’s noise thresholds and no mitigation measures were necessary.
c) Air Quality: Separate Air Quality and a Green House Gas Analysis (Urban Crossroads;
December 23, 2020) were prepared for the project. The analysis determined that emissions
associated with the construction and operation of the project would be below South Coast Air
Quality Maintenance District (SCAQMD) thresholds for both Air Quality and Green House
Gases.
d) Water Quality: A Water Quality Control exhibit (Valued Engineering, Inc.; October 2020) was
prepared for the project. It was also determined through the review of the project’s preliminary
water quality plan that the project would not result in a significant impact related to water
quality of the site or surrounding properties.
e) Biological: A Habitat Assessment) (ELMT Consulting; June 7, 2021) was prepared for the
project site. The project site does not include any natural habitats and is surrounded by
development. The Habitat Assessment determined that the project site does not contain
drainage features, ponded areas, wetlands, or riparian habitats that would be under the
jurisdiction of federal, state, or local agencies. Based on the onsite conditions, the project is
not anticipated to result in any impact to federally or State-listed plants or animals listed as
endangered or threatened or to any non-listed special-status species. No natural communities
will be affected by the project and the project is not within a Habitat Conservation Plan area.
The Habitat Assessment does recommend a nesting bird survey prior to grading if vegetation
removal takes place during the bird nesting period (February 1 to August 31). A condition of
approval has been added to the project requiring the nesting bird survey if grading falls within
the nesting bird season.
The Planning Commission has reviewed the Planning Department determination of exemption, and
based on its own independent judgment, concurs in the staff’s determination of exemption.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth
below and in the attached standard conditions incorporated herein by this reference.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2021.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Francisco Oaxaca, Chairman
ATTEST:
Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary
I, Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary of the Planning Commission for the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and
adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the
Planning Commission held on the 13th day of October 2021, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
RESOLUTION NO. 21-65
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
DRC2021-00304, A REQUEST TO PERMIT RETAIL SALES IN CONJUNCTION
WITH A HYDRAULICS BUSINESS IN A 21,221 SQUARE FOOT INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING ON 2.87 ACRES OF LAND IN THE NEO INDUSTRIAL (NI) DISTRICT
ON THE EAST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE AND SOUTH OF WHITTRAM
AVENUE; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF – APN: 0229-162-
15.
A.Recitals.
1. Serge Bonaldo, on behalf of Bernell Hydraulics, filed an application for the Conditional Use
Permit DRC2020-00304, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application."
2. On October 13, 2021, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted
a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date.
3.All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B.Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of
the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1.This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A,
of this Resolution are true and correct.
2.Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearings of October 13, 2021, including written and oral staff reports, together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to a property generally located on the east side of Etiwanda
Avenue, south of Whittram Avenue; and
b.The existing Land Use, General Plan and Zoning Designations for the project site and
adjacent properties are as follows:
c.The applicant is requesting approval of retail sales in conjunction with a proposed
industrial building will maintain hydraulic systems along with the storing and sale of hydraulic parts. Retail
sales as part of a warehouse use is permitted subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Industrial Buildings/Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
North Single-Family Residence/
Vacant land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
South Railroad Right-of-Way/
Recycling Facility Heavy Industrial Industrial Employment (IE)
District
East Vacant Land General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
West Industrial Buildings General Industrial Neo Industrial (NI) District
Exhibit E
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3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed use is allowed within the applicable zoning district and complies with all
other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code, Municipal Code, General Plan, and any applicable
Specific Plans or City regulations/standards. Retail sales when related to a warehouse use are permitted
within the Neo Industrial (NI) District subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The applicant
proposes the sale of hydraulic parts related to the storage and repair of hydraulic equipment.
b. The site is physically suited for the type, density, and intensity of the proposed use
including access, utilities, and the absence of physical constraints, and can be conditioned to meet all
related performance criteria and development standards. The project site provides adequate parking and
access for all of the on-site land uses, including the retail sales.
c. Granting the permit would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety,
convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity in
which the project is located. The project was designed to meet all applicable Development Code
standards, performance criteria, and can be conditioned appropriately to minimize any potential impacts
to adjacent properties.
4. The 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.
The project qualifies under a Class 32 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 - In-Fill
Development Projects for the following reasons: (1) the project is consistent with the applicable
General Plan designations and all applicable General Plan policies as well as with the applicable zoning
designation and regulations, (2) the proposed development occurs within the City limits on a project site
of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, (3) the project site has no value as a
habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species, (4) approval of the project would not result in any
significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality, and (5) the site can be adequately
served by all required utilities and public services.
The General Plan Land Use and Zoning designation for the project site is General Industrial and Neo
Industrial (NI) District, respectively, which permits the development and operation of a
warehouse/distribution building of the proposed size and configuration. The project complies with the
City’s development standards and design guidelines, including setbacks, height, lot coverage, and
design requirements. The project site is located within the City limits, is under five acres, and is
surrounded by existing residential development and City infrastructure. The following are the five
environmental factors that need to be analyzed in order to determine that the project qualifies for the
Categorical Exemption:
a) Traffic: A Trip Generation Assessment (Urban Crossroads; December 23, 2020) was prepared for
the project which determined that the number of trips generated by the project would not create a
significant impact. The project will generate approximately 15 peak hour trips which are well below
50 peak hours trips that would necessitate a Traffic Impact Analysis.
b) Noise: A Noise Impact Analysis (Urban Crossroads; December 23, 2020) was prepared for the
project. The analysis determined that the construction and operational noise levels would not
exceed the City’s noise thresholds and no mitigation measures were necessary.
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c) Air Quality: Separate Air Quality and a Green House Gas Analysis (Urban Crossroads; December
23, 2020) were prepared for the project. The analysis determined that emissions associated with
the construction and operation of the project would be below South Coast Air Quality Maintenance
District (SCAQMD) thresholds for both Air Quality and Green House Gases.
d) Water Quality: A Water Quality Control exhibit (Valued Engineering, Inc.; October 2020) was
prepared for the project. It was also determined through the review of the project’s preliminary
water quality plan that the project would not result in a significant impact related to water quality of
the site or surrounding properties.
e) Biological: A Habitat Assessment) (ELMT Consulting; June 7, 2021) was prepared for the project
site. The project site does not include any natural habitats and is surrounded by development. The
Habitat Assessment determined that the project site does not contain drainage features, ponded
areas, wetlands, or riparian habitats that would be under the jurisdiction of federal, state, or local
agencies. Based on the onsite conditions, the project is not anticipated to result in any impact to
federally or State-listed plants or animals listed as endangered or threatened or to any non-listed
special-status species. No natural communities will be affected by the project and the project is not
within a Habitat Conservation Plan area. The Habitat Assessment does recommend a nesting bird
survey prior to grading if vegetation removal takes place during the bird nesting period (February 1
to August 31). A condition of approval has been added to the project requiring the nesting bird
survey if grading falls within the nesting bird season.
The Planning Commission has reviewed the Planning Department determination of exemption, and
based on its own independent judgment, concurs in the staff’s determination of exemption.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this
Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth in the
Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2021.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Francisco Oaxaca, Chairman
ATTEST:
Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary
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I, Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by
the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 13th day of October 2021, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
Conditions of Approval
Community Development Department
Project #: DRC2021-00166 DRC2021-00304
Project Name: EDR - Bernell Hydraulics
Location: 8821 ETIWANDA AVE - 022916215-0000
Project Type: Design Review Conditional Use Permit
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Planning Department
Please be advised of the following Special Conditions
Submit a nesting bird survey prior to grading if vegetation removal takes place during the bird nesting
period (February 1 to August 31).
1.
Any modification or intensification of the approved use, including revisions in the operations of the
business including changes to the operating days/hours; change in the location on-site or within the
building of the use/activity that is approved by this Conditional Use Permit; improvements including new
building construction; and/or other modifications/intensification beyond what is specifically approved by
this Conditional Use Permit, shall require the review and approval by the Planning Director prior to
submittal of documents for plan check/occupancy, construction, commencement of the activity, and/or
issuance of a business license. The Planning Director may determine that modifications or
intensifications of use require the submittal of an application to modify this Conditional Use Permit for
review by the City.
2.
Standard Conditions of Approval
The applicant shall sign the Statement of Agreement and Acceptance of Conditions of Approval
provided by the Planning Department. The signed Statement of Agreement and Acceptance of
Conditions of Approval shall be returned to the Planning Department prior to the submittal of
grading/construction plans for plan check, request for a business license, and/or commencement of the
approved activity.
3.
The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the alternative, to relinquish such
approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers, or employees, for any Court costs
and attorney's fees which the City, its agents, officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay
as a result of such action. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the
defense of any such action but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this
condition.
4.
Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval or Approval Letter, Conditions of
Approval, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for
information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be
wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
5.
Any approval shall expire if Building Permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within
2 years from the date of approval or a time extension has been granted.
6.
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Project #: DRC2021-00166 DRC2021-00304
Project Name: EDR - Bernell Hydraulics
Location: 8821 ETIWANDA AVE - 022916215-0000
Project Type: Design Review Conditional Use Permit
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Planning Department
Standard Conditions of Approval
Any modification or intensification of the approved use, including revisions in the operations of the
business including changes to the operating days /hours; change in the location on -site or within the
building of the use /activity that is approved by this Conditional Use Permit; improvements including new
building construction; and /or other modifications /intensification beyond what is specifically approved by
this Conditional Use Permit, shall require the review and approval by the Planning Director prior to
submittal of documents for plan check /occupancy, construction, commencement of the activity, and /or
issuance of a business license. The Planning Director may determine that modifications or
intensifications of use require the submittal of an application to modify this Conditional Use Permit for
review by the City.
7.
This project is subject to public art requirement outlined in Chapter 17.124 of the Development Code .
Prior to the issuance of building permits (for grading or construction ), the applicant shall inform the
Planning Department of their choice to install public art, donate art or select the in -lieu option as outlined
in 17.124.020.D.
If the project developer chooses to pay the in -lieu fee, the in-lieu art fee will be invoiced on the building
permit by the City and shall be paid by the applicant prior to building permit issuance.
If the project developer chooses to install art, they shall submit, during the plan check process, an
application for the art work that will be installed on the project site that contains information applicable to
the art work in addition to any other information as may be required by the City to adequately evaluate
the proposed the art work in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 17.124.
If the project developer chooses to donate art, applications for art work donated to the City shall be
subject to review by the Public Art Committee which shall make a recommendation whether the
proposed donation is consistent with Chapter 17.124 and final acceptance by the City Council.
No final approval, such as a final inspection or the a issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, for any
development project (or if a multi-phased project, the final phase of a development project) that is
subject to this requirement shall occur unless the public art requirement has been fulfilled to the
satisfaction of the Planning Department.
8.
All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner, including
proper illumination and in conformance with Building and Safety Services Department standards, the
Municipal Code and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Department (RCFD) Standards.
9.
The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include Site
Plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign program, and grading
on file in the Planning Department, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code
regulations.
10.
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Project Name: EDR - Bernell Hydraulics
Location: 8821 ETIWANDA AVE - 022916215-0000
Project Type: Design Review Conditional Use Permit
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Planning Department
Standard Conditions of Approval
All Double Detector Checks (DDC) and Fire Department Connections (FDC) required and/or proposed
shall be installed at locations that are not within direct view or line -of-sight of the main entrance. The
specific locations of each DDC and FDC shall require the review and approval of the Planning
Department and Fire Construction Services /Fire Department. All Double Detector Checks (DDC) and
Fire Department Connections (FDC) shall be screened behind a 4-foot high block wall. These walls
shall be constructed of similar material used on-site to match the building.
11.
Downspouts shall not be visible from the exterior of any elevations of the buildings. All downspouts shall
be routed through the interior of the building walls.
12.
On corner side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls /fences and sidewalk. The 5-foot
wall/fence setback and the parkway shall have landscape and irrigation in addition to the required street
trees. Detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted for Planning Director review and
approval prior to issuance of Building Permits. The parkway landscaping including trees, shrubs,
ground covers and irrigation shall be maintained by the property owner. The developer shall provide
each prospective buyer written notice of the parkway maintenance requirement, in a standard format as
determined by the Planning Director, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property.
13.
All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property owner,
homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape maintenance
shall be submitted for Planning Director and Engineering Services Department review and approved
prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
14.
A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and approved by the
Planning Director and Police Department (909-477-2800 ) prior to the issuance of Building Permits .
Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of shielding so as not to
adversely affect adjacent properties.
15.
Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier in
accordance with the Development Code Section 17.80.050, and so noted on the grading plans. The
location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees shall be shown
on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's recommendations
regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
16.
A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in the
case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and submitted for
Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of Building Permits for the development or
prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision. For development occurring in the Very
High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, the landscape plans will also be reviewed by Fire Construction
Services.
17.
Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right -of-way on the
perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
18.
A minimum of 20 percent of trees planted within industrial projects, and a minimum of 30 percent within
commercial and office projects, shall be specimen size trees - 24-inch box or larger.
19.
Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking stalls.20.
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Location: 8821 ETIWANDA AVE - 022916215-0000
Project Type: Design Review Conditional Use Permit
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Planning Department
Standard Conditions of Approval
The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be included in the
required landscape plans and shall be subject to Planning Director review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Services Department.
21.
Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for Planning Director review and approval
prior to issuance of Building Permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural growth characteristics
of the selected tree species.
22.
Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one tree per
30 linear feet of building.
23.
All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, the design
shall be coordinated with the Engineering Services Department.
24.
Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of water efficient
landscaping per Development Code Chapter 17.82.
25.
All dwellings shall have the front, side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment,
detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to Planning Director review and
approval prior to issuance of Building Permits.
26.
For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll -up doors and service doors to match main building
colors.
27.
Engineering Services Department
Please be advised of the following Special Conditions
"Development Impact Fees Due Prior to Building Permit Issuance:
(Subject to Change / Periodic Increases - Refer to current fee schedule to determine current amounts)
Drainage Impact Fee
Transportation Impact Fee
Library Impact Fee
Animal Center Impact Fee
Police Impact Fee
Park In-Lieu / Park Impact Fee
Park Improvement Impact Fee
Community & Recreation Center Impact Fee"
1.
Standard Conditions of Approval
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Location: 8821 ETIWANDA AVE - 022916215-0000
Project Type: Design Review Conditional Use Permit
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Engineering Services Department
Standard Conditions of Approval
** CD Information Required Prior to Sign-Off for Building Permit
Prior to the issuance of building permits, if valuation is greater or equal to $100,000, a Diversion
Deposit and a related administrative fee shall be paid for the Construction and Demolition Diversion
Program. The deposit is fully refundable if at least 65% of all wastes generated during construction and
demolition are diverted from landfills, and appropriate documentation is provided to the City. Applicant
must identify if they are self -hauling or utilizing Burrtec prior to issuance of a building permit. Proof of
diversion must be submitted to the Environmental Engineering Division within 60 days following the
completion of the construction and / or demolition project.
Contact Marissa Ostos, Environmental Engineering, at (909) 774-4062 for more information.
Instructions and forms are available at the City's website, www .cityofrc.us, under City Hall / Engineering /
Environmental Programs / Construction & Demolition Diversion Program.
2.
A signed consent and waiver form to join and /or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting Districts
shall be filed with the Engineering Services Department prior to issuance of Building Permits whichever
occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer. The project shall annex to the following
districts: LMD 3B, SLD 1 & SLD 6. An annexation for Fire CFD 85-1 is also required.
3.
Improvement Plans and Construction:
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right -of-way, fees shall be paid and a construction permit
shall be obtained from the Engineering Services Department in addition to any other permits required.
4.
The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.5.
Fire Prevention / New Construction Unit
Standard Conditions of Approval
Fire apparatus access roads (fire lanes) can be included in an engineered onsite storm water retention
plan. The ponding of storm water shall not exceed a designed depth of four (4) inches in the designated
fire apparatus access road (s) and the area between the fire apparatus access road (s) and the exterior
walls of all normally occupied buildings.
1.
Locking and latching hardware for access doors is required to be operable from the exterior of the
building and is required to be single action latch/lock release on the interior of the building.
2.
Access doors are required to be identified in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-5. The Standard
has been uploaded to the Documents section.
3.
Access doors are required to be distributed along the exterior of the building such that the lineal
distance between adjacent access doors does not exceed 125 feet measured center to center.
4.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Fire Prevention / New Construction Unit
Standard Conditions of Approval
The parcel is required to be annexed into Community Facilities District 85-1 (CFD 85-1). Please
contact Kelly Guerra with the City of Rancho Cucamonga ’s Special Districts Division at (909) 774-2582
or Kelly.Guerra@CityofRC.US to complete the annexation. The annexation requirement will not be
considered complete until the applicant begins the annexation process and Special Districts notifies the
Fire Marshal that the process has been started.
5.
Plans for the alarm and /or supervision (monitoring) system are required to be submitted separately and
issued a separate permit. Submit all plans to the Building & Safety Department for routing to the Fire
District.
6.
Plans for the private, onsite fire underground water infrastructure are required to be submitted
separately and issued a separate permit. Submit all plans to the Building & Safety Department for
routing to the Fire District.
7.
Plans for the public, offsite fire underground water infrastructure are required to be submitted separately
and issued a separate permit. Plans are required to be submitted prior to or concurrently with the
submittal of the Water District mylars. Submit all plans to the Building & Safety Department for routing to
the Fire District.
8.
Plans for the automatic fire sprinkler system are required to be submitted separately and issued a
separate permit. Submit all plans to the Building & Safety Department for routing to the Fire District.
9.
Fire flow information for this project is obtained from the Fontana Water Compnay (FWC). FWC can be
reached at 909-822-2201 or CustomerService@fontanawater.com.
10.
Emergency responder radio coverage is required for the building (s) included in this project. San
Bernardino County Information Services Department (ISD) conducts radio signal strength assessments
for the entire county. It is highly recommended that a radio signal strength assessment is completed for
this project. Where emergency responder radio coverage is determined to meet the requirements of the
California Fire Code, an emergency responder radio system and /or associated equipment will not be
required. Please contact Tim Trager with County ISD at 909-388-5563 or ttrager@isd.sbcounty.gov to
schedule an assessment and/or obtain any available information about the project site.
Where the existing emergency responder radio coverage is found to be below acceptable standards,
an emergency responder radio system and associated equipment will be required to be provided in
compliance and accordance with the California Fire Code.
11.
Designated and conforming aerial apparatus access is required in accordance with Fire District
Standard 5-1. Show aerial apparatus access on the fire access plan. The Standard has been uploaded
to the Documents section.
12.
Fire apparatus access (fire lane) design, construction, and identification are required to be in
accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. The Standard has been uploaded to the Documents
section.
13.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Fire Prevention / New Construction Unit
Standard Conditions of Approval
High-piled combustible storage is required to be in accordance with Chapter 32 of the Fire Code and
Fire District Standard 32-1. Please read and understand this Standard in its entirety to avoid delays in
scheduling inspections and obtaining approvals. The Standard has been uploaded to the Documents
section.
14.
A Knox Box key box is required in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-9. Additional boxes may be
required depending on the size of the building, the location of fire protection and life safety system
controls, and the operational needs of the Fire District. The Standard has been uploaded to the
Documents section. If an installed Knox Box is available to this project or business, keys for the
building/suite/unit are required to be provided to the Fire Inspector at the final inspection.
15.
A Knox key switch is required to be installed on motorized gates that are installed across or provide
access to a fire access road (fire Lane). See Fire District Standard 5-3 for Residential Gates and Fire
District Standard 5-4 for Commercial and Industrial Gates.
16.
A Knox or Fire District padlock is required to be incorporated into the security system for a manually
operated gate that are installed across or provides access to a fire access road (fire lane).
17.
Roof access is required to be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-6. The Standard has been
uploaded to the Documents section.
18.
Public and private fire service water mains, public and private hydrants, water control valves, fire
sprinkler risers, fire department connections (FDCs), and other fire protection water related devices and
equipment are required to be provided, designed, and installed in accordance with Fire District
Standard 5-10. The Standard has been uploaded to the Documents section.
19.
Building and Safety Services Department
Please be advised of the following Special Conditions
When the Entitlement Review is approved submit complete construction drawings including structural
calculations, energy calculations and a site specific soils report to Building and Safety for plan review in
accordance with the current edition of the California Building and Fire Codes including all local
ordinances and standards which are effective at the time of Plan Check Submittal. The proposed
structure is required to be equipped with automatic fire sprinklers per the CBC /CRC NFPA 13 and the
Current RCFPD Ordinance.
Disabled access for the site and buildings must be in accordance to the State of California and ADA
regulations.
Connection to the public sewer is required.
1.
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
Prior to issuance of a grading permit for non -residential projects the applicant shall show on the
electrical plans and the permitted grading plan set the location for a future installation of an Electric
Vehicle (EV) charging station/parking area per the current adopted California Green Building
Standards Code, section 5.106.5.3.
1.
Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with current adopted California Building Code
and/or the California Residential Code, City Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The
Grading and Drainage Plan (s) shall be in substantial conformance with the approved conceptual
Grading and Drainage Plan.
2.
A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified Engineer licensed by the State of California to perform
such work. Two copies will be provided at grading and drainage plan submittal for review. Plans shall
implement design recommendations per said report.
3.
The final Grading and Drainage Plan, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be
completed, submitted, and approved by the City Engineer, or his designee, prior to the issuance of
building permits.
4.
A separate Grading and Drainage Plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and
for existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The Grading and Drainage Plan shall be prepared, stamped, and wet signed by
a California licensed Civil Engineer prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit.
5.
The applicant shall comply with the City of Rancho Cucamonga Dust Control Measures and place a dust
control sign on the project site prior to the issuance of a grading permit. All dust control sign (s) shall be
located outside of the public right of way.
6.
If a Rough Grading and Drainage Plan /Permit are submitted to the Engineering Services Department
for review, the rough grading plan shall be a separate plan submittal and permit from Precise Grading
and Drainage Plan/Permit.
7.
Prior to the issuance of a grading permit the applicant shall obtain written permission from the adjacent
property owner(s) to construct wall(s) on property line(s) or provide a detail(s) showing the perimeter
wall(s) to be constructed offset from the property line.
8.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit the Final Grading and Drainage Plan shall show the accessibility
path from the public right of way and the accessibility parking stalls to the building doors in conformance
with the current adopted California Building Code. All accessibility ramps shall show sufficient detail
including gradients, elevations, and dimensions and comply with the current adopted California Building
Code.
9.
The Grading and Drainage Plan shall implement City Standards for on -site construction where possible,
and shall provide details for all work not covered by City Standard Drawings.
10.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit the grading plan shall show that all manufactured slopes shall be a
minimum 2-foot offset from the public right of way, permitted line, or the adjacent private property. All
slope offsets shall meet the requirements of the current adopted California Building Code.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the grading and drainage plan shall show the maximum parking
stall gradient at 7 percent. Accessibility parking stall grades shall be constructed per the, current
adopted California Building Code.
12.
The final grading and drainage plan shall show existing topography a minimum of 100-feet beyond
project boundary.
13.
This project shall comply with the accessibility requirements of the current adopted California Building
Code.
14.
Grading Inspections:
a) Prior to the start of grading operations the owner and grading contractor shall request a pre -grading
meeting. The meeting shall be attended by the project owner /representative, the grading contractor and
the Building Inspector to discuss about grading requirements and preventive measures, etc. If a
pre-grading meeting is not held within 24 hours from the start of grading operations, the grading permit
may be subject to suspension by the Building Inspector;
b) The grading contractor shall call into the City of Rancho Cucamonga Building and Safety Department
at least 1 working day in advance to request the following grading inspections prior to continuing
grading operations:
i)The bottom of the over-excavation;
ii)Completion of Rough Grading, prior to issuance of the building permit;
iii)At the completion of Rough Grading, the grading contractor or owner shall submit to the Permit
Technicians (Engineering Services Department Front Counter) an original and a copy of the Pad
Certifications to be prepared by and properly wet signed and sealed by the Civil Engineer and Soils
Engineer of Record, they may upload the documents to the City's on-line permitting system;
iv) The rough grading certificates and the compaction reports will be reviewed by the Associate
Engineer or a designated person and approved prior to the issuance of a building permit.
15.
Prior to approval of the project -specific storm water quality management plan, the applicant shall submit
to the City Engineer, or his designee, a precise grading plan showing the location and elevations of
existing topographical features, and showing the location and proposed elevations of proposed
structures and drainage of the site.
16.
A drainage study showing a 100-year, AMC 3 design storm event for on -site drainage shall be
prepared and submitted to the City Engineer, or his designee, for review and approval for on -site storm
water drainage prior to issuance of a grading permit. The report and plan shall contain water surface
profile gradient calculations for all storm drain pipes 12-inches and larger in diameter. All reports shall
be wet signed and sealed by the Engineer of Record. In addition, the project specific drainage study
shall provide inlet calculations showing the proper sizing of the water quality management plan storm
water flows into the proposed structural storm water treatment devices.
17.
Private sewer, water, and storm drain improvements will be designed per the latest adopted California
Plumbing Code. Private storm drain improvements shall be shown on the grading and drainage plan.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy or final sign off by the Building Inspector the
engineer of record shall certify the functionality of the storm water quality management plan (WQMP)
storm water treatment devices and best management practices (BMP).
19.
Prior to approval of the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), the WQMP shall include a copy of
the project Conditions of Approval.
20.
The Preliminary Water Quality Management Plan (PWQMP) has been deemed “Acceptable”. Prior to
the issuance of a grading permit a final project -specific Water Quality Management Plan shall be
submitted for review and approval by the Building Official.
21.
Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit the City of Rancho Cucamonga ’s “Memorandum of
Agreement of Storm Water Quality Management Plan” shall be submitted for review and approval by the
City Engineer, or his designee, and recorded with the County Recorder’s Office.
22.
Prior to issuance of a Grading Permit the applicant shall obtain a Waste Discharge Identification
Number (WDID). The WDID number shall also be shown on the WQMP Site and Drainage Plan
document.
23.
The applicant shall provide a copy of a completed EPA Form 7520-16 (Inventory of Injection Wells) for
each underground infiltration device, with the Facility ID Number assigned, to the Engineering Services
Department prior to issuance of the Grading Permit and /or approval of the project -specific Water
Quality Management Plan. A copy of EPA Form 7520-16 shall be scanned and pasted onto the
permitted grading plan set, and a copy of said form shall be included in the project -specific Water
Quality Management Plan. NOTE: The EPA no longer uses this form. Scan and paste a copy of the
email from the EPA onto the grading plan set, the WQMP Site and Drainage Plan and include a copy in
the WQMP document.
24.
The land owner shall provide an inspection report by a qualified person /company on a biennial basis for
the Class V Injection Wells /underground infiltration chambers to the City of Rancho Cucamonga
Environmental Program Manager. The land owner shall maintain on a regular basis all best
management practices (BMP”s) as described in the Storm Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP)
prepared for the subject project. All costs associated with the underground infiltration chamber are the
responsibility of the land owner.
25.
The land owner shall provide an inspection report on a biennial basis for the structural storm water
treatment devices, commonly referred to as BMPs, to the City of Rancho Cucamonga Environmental
Program Manager. The land owner shall maintain on a regular basis as described in the Storm Water
Quality Management Plan prepared for the subject project. All costs associated with the underground
infiltration chamber are the responsibility of the land owner.
26.
The Site and Drainage Plan in the final project -specific Water Quality Management Plan shall show the
locations of all roof downspout drains. if required for storm water quality purposes, the downspouts shall
include filters.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
The final project-specific water quality management plan (WQMP) shall include executed maintenance
agreements along with the maintenance guidelines for all proprietary structural storm water treatment
devices (BMP’s). In the event the applicant cannot get the proprietary device maintenance agreements
executed prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant is required to submit a letter to be included
within the WQMP document, and scanned and pasted onto the Site and Drainage Plan which states
that prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy with applicant shall enter into a contract for the
maintenance of the proprietary storm water treatment device. If the proprietary storm water treatment
device is part of a residential subdivision, prior to the sale of the residential lot, the developer shall
include maintenance agreement (s) as part of the sale of the residential lot to the buyer. A copy of the
maintenance agreements to be included in the sale of the property shall be included within the WQMP
document.
28.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit and approval of the project specific water quality management
plan all private storm water catch basin inlets shall include insert filters to capture those pollutants of
concern as addressed in the in the final project -specific water quality management plan (WQMP). At a
minimum catch basin insert filters to capture trash and other floating debris. All catch basin insert filters
shall be maintained on a regular basis as described in the “Inspection and Maintenance Responsibility
for Post Construction BMP” section of the final project-specific water quality management plan.
29.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit the Final Project -Specific Water Quality Management Plan shall
include a completed copy of “Worksheet H: Factor of Safety and Design Infiltration Worksheet” located
in Appendix D “Section VII – Infiltration Rate Evaluation Protocol and Factor of Safety
Recommendations, …” of the San Bernardino County Technical Guidance Document for Water Quality
Management Plans. The infiltration study shall include the Soil Engineer ’s recommendations for
Appendix D, Table VII.3: Suitability Assessment Related Considerations for Infiltration Facility Safety
Factors”.
30.
Prior to approval of the final project -specific water quality management plan the applicant shall have a
soils engineer prepare a project -specific infiltration study for the project for the purposes of storm water
quality treatment. The infiltration study and recommendations shall follow the guidelines in the current
adopted “San Bernardino County Technical Guidance Document for Water Quality Management Plans”.
31.
Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy by the Building Official, or his designee, the civil
engineer of record shall file a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Post Construction Storm Water
Treatment Devices As-Built Certificate with the Environmental Programs Coordinator, City of Rancho
Cucamonga Engineering Services Department.
32.
As the use of drywells are proposed for the structural storm water treatment device, to meet the
infiltration requirements of the current Municipal Separate Storm Sewers Systems (MS4) Permit,
adequate source control and pollution prevention control BMPs shall be implemented to protect
groundwater quality. The need for pre -treatment BMPs such as sedimentation or filtration shall be
evaluated prior to infiltration and discussed in the final project -specific Water Quality Management Plan
document.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
GROUND WATER PROTECTION:
Prior to approval of the final project specific water quality management plan (WQMP), the WQMP
document shall meet the requirements of the State Water Resources Control Board Order No .
R8-2010-0036 (NPDES No. CAS 618036), the San Bernardino County Municipal Separate Storm
Sewers Separation (MS4) Permit reads:
Section XI.D(Water Quality Management Plan Requirements).8(Groundwater Protection):
Treatment Control BMPs utilizing infiltration [exclusive of incidental infiltration and BMPs not designed to
primarily function as infiltration devices (such as grassy swales, detention basins, vegetated buffer
strips, constructed wetlands, etc.)] must comply with the following minimum requirements to protect
groundwater:
a.Use of structural infiltration treatment BMPs shall not cause or contribute to an exceedance of
ground water quality objectives.
b.Source control and pollution prevention control BMPs shall be implemented to protect groundwater
quality. The need for pre-treatment BMPs such as sedimentation or filtration should be evaluated prior
to infiltration.
c.Adequate pretreatment of runoff prior to infiltration shall be required in gas stations and large
commercial parking lots. (NOTE: The State Water Quality Control Board defines a large commercial
parking lot as ‘100,000 sq. ft. or more of commercial development to include parking lot (with 100 or
more vehicle traffics ), OR, by means of 5,000sqft or more of allowable space designated for parking
purposes’).
d.Unless adequate pre -treatment of runoff is provided prior to infiltration structural infiltration treatment
BMPs must not be used for areas of industrial or light industrial activity{77}, areas subject to high
vehicular traffic (25,000 or more daily traffic ); car washes; fleet storage areas; nurseries; or any other
high threat to water quality land uses or activities.
e.Class V injection wells or dry wells must not be placed in areas subject to vehicular{78} repair or
maintenance activities{79}, such as an auto body repair shop, automotive repair shop, new and used
car dealership, specialty repair shop (e.g., transmission and muffler repair shop) or any facility that does
any vehicular repair work.
f.Structural infiltration BMP treatment shall not be used at sites that are known to have soil and
groundwater contamination.
g.Structural infiltration treatment BMPs shall be located at least 100 feet horizontally from any water
supply wells.
h.The vertical distance from the bottom of any infiltration structural treatment BMP to the historic high
groundwater mark shall be at least 10-feet. Where the groundwater basins do not support beneficial
uses, this vertical distance criteria may be reduced, provided groundwater quality is maintained.
i.Structural infiltration treatment BMPs shall not cause a nuisance or pollution as defined in Water
Code Section 13050.
34.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit the applicant shall show on the site plan and the permitted grading
plan set for non-residential projects the designated parking for clean air vehicles per the current
adopted California Green Building Standards Code, section 5.106.5.2.
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT:
Grading Section
Standard Conditions of Approval
Prior to approval of the final project -specific water quality management plan the applicant shall have a
soils engineer prepare a project -specific infiltration study for the project for the purposes of storm water
quality treatment. The infiltration study and recommendations shall follow the guidelines in the current
adopted “San Bernardino County Technical Guidance Document for Water Quality Management Plans ”.
Note: As this project has been previously graded and the site soils have been compacted for building
pads and parking lot purposes, the use of the Custom Soil Resource Report for San Bernardino County
Southwestern Part by the United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resource Conservation
Service for natural soils is not acceptable for soil groundwater infiltration rates.
36.
Prior to issuance of a grading permit the precise grading and drainage plan shall follow the format
provided in the City of Rancho Cucamonga handout “Information for Grading Plans and Permit”.
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DATE: October 13, 2021
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Anne McIntosh, AICP, Planning Director
INITIATED BY: Jennifer Nakamura, Management Analyst II
SUBJECT:
A request to amend Title 17 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code to
permit utility companies to store materials and equipment associated with
utility facilities and infrastructure, to correct an omission for food
manufacturing uses in the allowed land use table (17.30.030-1), delete an
errant line related to building height in the industrial development standards
table (17.36.040-1) and to adopt an uncodified amendment to Ordinance
No. 982 to exempt certain buildings currently under construction from the
amended use table. This item is exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA
guidelines under CEQA Section 15061(b)(3). This item will be forwarded to
City Council for final action. (DRC2021-00354)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the draft resolution attached hereto as Exhibit A,
recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance to permit utility companies to store materials and
equipment associated with utility facilities and infrastructure, to correct an omission for food manufacturing uses
in the allowed land use table (17.30.030-1), delete an errant line related to building height in the industrial
development standards table (17.36.040-1) and to adopt an uncodified amendment to Ordinance No. 982 to
exempt certain buildings currently under construction from the amended use table.
BACKGROUND:
On July 21, 2021 the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 982, amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code to modify
administrative procedures, rename zoning districts, amend land uses and definitions and create new
development standards for industrial development. Ordinance No. 982 became effective on August 20, 2021.
ANALYSIS:
Given the extensive and innovative new land use regulations included in Ordinance No. 982, the City Council
understood that certain refinements would be necessary as the regulations were applied to certain types of
industrial uses and properties to avoid unintended consequences. Staff is proposing the following changes:
Material and Equipment Storage for Public Utilities
Staff is proposing amending Section 17.48.050.E (Screening for Industrial Zoning Districts) to add text clarifying
that public utility companies (such as Southern California Edison) may store material or equipment associated
with the construction or operation of utility facilities and infrastructure on real property owned or controlled by a
public utility company.
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Addition to the Allowed Land Use Table
During the development of the industrial code standards, a new land use type was created called “Food
Processing/Manufacturing” to capture uses that manufacture or process food products within the city. Examples
include Mission Foods, Coca-Cola, Frito-Lay, Nongshim and Evolution Fresh all of which are in Rancho
Cucamonga. While the new land use was created and a definition was provided, it was not added to the allowed
land use table. Staff proposes adding this use to Table 17.30.030-1 (Allowed Land Use Table) as follows:
TABLE 17.30.030-1: ALLOWED LAND USES AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
BY BASE ZONING DISTRICT
Land Use/Zoning
District VL L LM M MH H MU OP NC GC CC SC RRC CO IP NI IE OS HR FC UC
Industrial, Manufacturing, and Processing Uses (17)
Food Processing/
Manufacturing N N N N N N N N N N N N N N M P P N N N N
Effect of Ordinance No. 982 on Buildings Under Construction
There has been concern expressed about industrial projects currently under construction in the City that making
certain industrial uses conditionally permitted has created uncertainty in lease negotiations and may make new
buildings more challenging to lease to new tenants, adding last minute time and cost delays that were
unexpected. While most industrial uses in smaller spaces (50,000 sq. ft or less) are permitted by right there are
a limited number of industrial buildings that are nearing completion in the midrange in size (50,000 – 125,000
sq. ft.) that may require a conditional use permit for new tenants, which may delay or prevent leasing of these
buildings in the near term.
To address these concerns, staff has added language in the ordinance (Section 2) that allows industrial buildings
currently under construction to use the land use table, as it existed prior to Ordinance No. 982 to determine if
the use is permitted. Currently, there is one identified project that this section would apply to, located at 8738,
8768 and 8798 E. 9th Street. Any other developers who feel their project applies for this exemption may request
a determination from the Planning Director.
Deletion in the Industrial Development Standards Table
An extraneous line was included in Table 17.36.040-1 under Maximum Building Height with no reference to any
specific height development standard. Staff proposes Table 17.36.040-1 (Industrial Development Standards) be
amended to delete the extraneous line as shown below:
TABLE 17.36.040-1 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Development Standard/Zoning District IP NI IE
Lot area (minimum) (1) 0.5 ac 0.5 ac 5 ac or 2 ac (2)
Lot width (minimum) (3) 100 ft 100 ft 100 ft
Min. Setback (ft.) (4)
Front yard (and Street Side Yard) See Table 17.36.040-2
Major Arterial and Special Boulevard 45 ft 45 ft 45 ft
Secondary 35 ft 35 ft 35 ft
Local/Collector 25 ft 25 ft 25 ft
Interior Side yard 5 ft (5) 5 ft (5) 5 ft (5)
Rear yard 0 ft (5) 0 ft (5) 0 ft (5)
Distance Between Buildings
Primary buildings Must meet current building code requirements
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Accessory buildings Must meet current building code requirements
Max. Building Height (ft.)
Primary buildings (7) 35 feet at the front setback line (6)
45 ft 45 ft 65 ft
Accessory buildings - Detached 25 ft 25 ft 25 ft
Accessory buildings – Attached Maker
Space -- 35 ft 35 ft
Floor Area Ratio (Ratio of building floor area to lot square footage)
Floor area ratio 0.4-0.6 (8) 0.4-0.6 (9) 0.4-0.6 (9)
Max. Building Footprint (sq. ft.)
Primary Building (10) -- 200,000 450,000
Accessory Building - Detached -- 5,000 10,000
Accessory Building – Attached Maker
Space -- 30,000 30,000
Min. Open Space (minimum percentage of open space per parcel or project)
Open space/landscape area 15% 10% 10% (2) /5%
Performance standards (see chapter
17.66) A A C/B (2)
Environmental Assessment
The Planning Department has determined that this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA Guidelines. The Ordinance qualifies under the general
rule that CEQA applies only to projects, which have the potential for causing significant effects on the
environment. Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3), where it can be seen with certainty that
there is no possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment, the activity is
not subject to CEQA. The Ordinance does not propose any physical change to the environment itself. Public
utilities are generally exempt from the City’s zoning and building regulations, such that the proposed amendment
to the storage regulations applicable to public utilities will not cause a change to the baseline environmental and
regulatory setting. Furthermore, any industrial warehouse building currently under construction as of the
effective date of Ordinance No. 982 underwent environmental review at the time the building’s discretionary
entitlements were approved. Such environmental review would have considered the effects of warehouse uses
within the industrial warehouse buildings. No changes to the baseline environmental setting is caused by
confirming that warehouse uses are permitted in buildings that were currently under construction when
Ordinance No. 982 took effect. In addition, updates to the land use table and development standards table to
correct errors and omissions do not create any relaxation of the development standards that were implemented
prior to when Ordinance No. 982 became effective or have been applied since the effective date of Ordinance
No. 982. Based on this evidence and all of the evidence in the record, the City Council concurs with the Planning
Department’s determination that this Ordinance will not have a significant effect on the environment and is
therefore exempt from further environmental review under CEQA.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed clarifying amendments have no expected fiscal impact to the City.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / GOAL(S) ADDRESSED:
Through the continued engagement of stakeholders and using that information to guide our decisions on the
code updates, we are guided by the Council’s core values of intentionally embracing and anticipating the future,
working together cooperatively and respectfully with each other, staff, and all stakeholders.
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EXHIBITS:
Exhibit A – Resolution 21-69 with Draft Ordinance
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-69
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL
OF MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2021-00354 TO MODIFY
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES, AMEND LAND USES AND
DEFINITIONS AND CREATE NEW DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF
A.Recitals.
1.The City of Rancho Cucamonga has prepared Municipal Code Amendment DRC2021-
00354, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Municipal Code Amendment is referred to as “the Application”.
2.On October 13, 2021, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date.
3.All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B.Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1.This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A of this Resolution, are true and correct.
2.Based upon the substantial evidence presented to the Planning Commission during
the above-referenced public hearing on October 13, 2021, including written and oral staff reports,
together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a.On July 21, 2021, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 982 to amend the
land use regulations applicable to industrial uses, including new regulations applicable to the
storage of materials and equipment on industrial-zoned properties and amendments to the
Development Code’s land use table to require discretionary use permits for certain types of
industrial uses. The primary purpose of Ordinance No. 982 was to prohibit or further regulate
industrial uses that often pose significant air quality, traffic, and aesthetic impacts. Ordinance No.
982 took effect on August 20, 2021;
b.Given the extensive and innovative new land use regulations included in
Ordinance No. 982, the City Council understood that certain refinements would be necessary as
the regulations were applied to certain types of industrial uses and properties in order to avoid
unintended consequences;
c.The proposed changes provide clarity to public utilities and industrial developers
with buildings that were under construction when Ordinance No. 982 took effect. In addition, two
errors were discovered after the implementation of Ordinance No. 982: 1) A land use definition
was added for “Food Processing/Manufacturing”, however the use was not added to the land use
REVISED - 10/11/21
Exhibit A
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2021-69
MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2021-00354– CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
October 13, 2021
Page 2
table defining where this use is allowed and 2) an extraneous line was included in Table
17.36.040-1 with no reference to any specific development standard;
d. The City prepared a set of amendments (the “Amendments”), which is included
as Attachment A to this Resolution and is hereby incorporated by this reference as if set forth in
full;
e. Development Code Amendment DRC2021-00354 conforms to and does not
conflict with the General Plan, including without limitation, the Land Use Element thereof, and will
provide for development in a manner consistent with the General Plan; and
3. The Planning Department has determined that this Ordinance is exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA
Guidelines. The Ordinance qualifies under the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects,
which have the potential for causing significant effects on the environment. Pursuant to State
CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3), where it can be seen with certainty that there is no
possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment, the activity
is not subject to CEQA. The Ordinance does not propose any physical change to the environment
itself. Public utilities are generally exempt from the City’s zoning and building regulations, such
that the proposed amendment to the storage regulations applicable to public utilities will not cause
a change to the baseline environmental and regulatory setting. Furthermore, any industrial
warehouse building currently under construction as of the effective date of Ordinance No. 982
underwent environmental review at the time the building’s discretionary entitlements were
approved. Such environmental review would have considered the effects of warehouse uses
within the industrial warehouse buildings. No changes to the baseline environmental setting is
caused by confirming that warehouse uses are permitted in buildings that were currently under
construction when Ordinance No. 982 took effect. In addition, updates to the land use table and
development standards table to correct errors and omissions do not create any relaxation of the
development standards that were implemented prior to when Ordinance No. 982 became effective
or have been applied since the effective date of Ordinance No. 982. Based on this evidence and
all the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission concurs with the Planning Department
staff’s determination that the Amendment will not have a significant effect on the environment and
is therefore exempt from further environmental review under CEQA.
4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 above,
this Commission hereby recommends that the City Council approve Municipal Code Amendment
DRC2021-00354 as indicated in Attachment A incorporated herein by this reference.
5. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2021.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Francisco Oaxaxa, Chairman
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2021-69
MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT DRC2021-00354– CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
October 13, 2021
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ATTEST:
Anne McIntosh, AICP, Secretary
I, Anne McIntosh, Secretary of the Planning Commission for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and
adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of
the Planning Commission held on the 13th day of October 2021, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
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ORDINANCE NO. ______
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT UTILITY COMPANIES TO
STORE MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATED WITH
UTILITY FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE AND TO
CORRECT ERRORS AND OMISSIONS IN THE ALLOWED LAND
USE TABLE AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
TABLE AND TO ADOPT AN UNCODIFIED AMENDMENT TO
ORDINANCE NO. 982 TO EXEMPT CERTAIN BUILDINGS
CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION FROM THE AMENDED
USE TABLE, MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF, AND
MAKING A DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
ACT
I. Recitals.
A. On July 21, 2021, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 982 to amend the land
use regulations applicable to industrial uses, including new regulations applicable to the storage
of materials and equipment on industrial-zoned properties and amendments to the Development
Code’s land use table to require discretionary use permits for certain types of industrial uses. The
primary purpose of Ordinance No. 982 was to prohibit or further regulate industrial uses that often
pose significant air quality, traffic, and aesthetic impacts. Ordinance No. 982 took effect on August
20, 2021.
B. Given the extensive and innovative new land use regulations included in
Ordinance No. 982, the City Council understood that certain refinements would be necessary as
the regulations were applied to certain types of industrial uses and properties in order to avoid
unintended consequences. The purpose of this Ordinance is to provide clarity to public utilities
and industrial developers with buildings that were under construction when Ordinance No. 982
took effect. In addition, two errors were discovered after the implementation of Ordinance No.
982: 1) A land use definition was added for “Food Processing/Manufacturing”, however the use
was not added to the land use table defining where this use is allowed and 2) an extraneous line
was included in Table 17.36.040-1 with no reference to any specific development standard.
C. On __________, 2021, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a noticed public hearing with respect to the Ordinance and, following the
conclusion thereof, adopted Resolution No. 21-___, recommending that the City Council of the
City of Rancho Cucamonga adopt this Ordinance.
D. On __________, 2021, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a noticed public hearing on this Ordinance and concluded said hearing on that date.
E. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.
II. Findings.
A. Based upon all available evidence presented to the City Council during the above-
referenced public hearing, this City Council hereby finds and concludes that the changes
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proposed to Title 17 (“Development Code”) of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code by this
Ordinance and the uncodified amendment to Ordinance No. 982 are consistent with the General
Plan goals, policies, and implementation programs. General Plan Resource Conservation Policy
Goals 4 through 6 encourage the City to work with public utility providers to promote adequate
and efficient utility services within the City. Ensuring that public utilities, including Southern
California Edison, have sufficient laydown areas to store equipment and materials, will ensure
that the City does not unduly restrict such utility development within the City. In addition, providing
a limited exemption from the use table amended by Ordinance No. 982 will be consistent with the
General Plan’s characterization of the City as business-friendly and committed to fairness in the
development process. (General Plan, pg. I-8). The proposed changes to the land use and
development standards tables correct clerical errors further promote fairness in the development
process by providing clarity in the development code for the standards and regulations for existing
and new development.
B. The Planning Department has determined that this Ordinance is exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA
Guidelines. The Ordinance qualifies under the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects,
which have the potential for causing significant effects on the environment. Pursuant to State
CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3), where it can be seen with certainty that there is no
possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment, the activity
is not subject to CEQA. The Ordinance does not propose any physical change to the environment
itself. Public utilities are generally exempt from the City’s zoning and building regulations, such
that the proposed amendment to the storage regulations applicable to public utilities will not cause
a change to the baseline environmental and regulatory setting. Furthermore, any industrial
warehouse building currently under construction as of the effective date of Ordinance No. 982
underwent environmental review at the time the building’s discretionary entitlements were
approved. Such environmental review would have considered the effects of warehouse uses
within the industrial warehouse buildings. No changes to the baseline environmental setting is
caused by confirming that warehouse uses are permitted in buildings that were currently under
construction when Ordinance No. 982 took effect. In addition, updates to the land use table and
development standards table to correct errors and omissions do not create any relaxation of the
development standards that were implemented prior to when Ordinance No. 982 became effective
or have been applied since the effective date of Ordinance No. 982. Based on this evidence and
all of the evidence in the record, the City Council concurs with the Planning Department’s
determination that this Ordinance will not have a significant effect on the environment and is
therefore exempt from further environmental review under CEQA.
III. Ordinance.
The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Subsection E (“Industrial Zoning Districts”) of Section 17.48.050
(“Requirements by Land Use Type”) of Chapter 17.48 (Fences, Walls, and Screening) of Article
IV (Site Development Provisions) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the Rancho Cucamonga
Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
E. Industrial zoning districts.
1. Storage area/screening. The purpose of storage area/screening regulations is to
allow for on-site storage, which is screened from view from the public right-of-way or from
adjacent properties accessible to the public and is architecturally compatible with the
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surrounding environment. The following standards shall apply according to land use
category:
a. Standards for storage area/screen wall height in all industrial zoning
districts. The height of all storage area/screening walls shall not exceed eight feet,
measured from the finished grade immediately adjacent to the wall and the top of
the wall.
b. Industrial Park (IP) Zoning District. No outdoor storage shall be permitted
except for fleet vehicles and light trucks (not exceeding 6,000 pounds). Outdoor
storage tanks may be permitted at a height not to exceed eight feet from highest
finished grade when screened from public view by walls constructed of concrete,
masonry, or other similar materials.
c. Neo-Industrial (NI) Zoning District. All materials, supplies, equipment,
loading docks, and trucks and trailers shall be stored within an enclosed building
or an area screened from public view.
d. Industrial Employment (IE) Zoning District. All materials, supplies,
equipment, and operating trucks shall be stored within an enclosed building or
storage area. Such storage areas within 120 feet of a street frontage shall be
screened.
e. Within 600 feet of the I-15 right-of-way, all outdoor storage shall be
screened from public view from the freeway. Screening may include the use or
combination of block or masonry walls, 36-inch box trees planted a maximum of
30 feet apart, or the building mass.
f. Within all industrial land use categories, all storage area screening shall be
architecturally integrated with surrounding buildings utilizing concrete, masonry, or
other similar materials. For walls comprised of the combination of a screen wall on
top of a retaining wall, the overall height of the combined wall may exceed eight
feet provided that the part of the wall that faces the public right-of-way (street,
sidewalk, etc.), does not exceed the maximum height established in section
17.48.050.E.1.a.
g. Within the Industrial Employment (IE) Zoning District, storage area
screening may include masonry or concrete walls and, metal, or wood fences. The
front and exterior side area shall be screened with non-opaque fencing, when
loading areas or storage areas are not present.
h. Storage of materials or equipment shall not exceed screen height within
100 feet of street-fronting screens.
i. The planning director may waive screening requirements where future
building expansion would screen an abutting storage area.
j. The planning director may waive screening requirements along the front
and exterior side of the building if there are no loading docks or storage areas
present.
h. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a public utility company may store materials
or equipment associated with the construction or operation of utility facilities and
infrastructure on real property owned or controlled by the public utility company.
SECTION 2. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in Ordinance No. 982, Section
17.30.030 (“Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements”), including Table 17.30-030-1
(“Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements by Base Zoning District”), Section 17.32.020
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(“Allowed Use Descriptions”), and Article II (“Land Use and Development Procedures”) of the
Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code (the “Use Provisions”), as amended by Ordinance No. 982,
shall not apply to any industrial warehouse building that had received all required discretionary
entitlements and building permits and was under construction as of Ordinance No. 982’s effective
date (an “Exempt Building”). Instead, the Use Provisions in effect on August 19, 2021, shall
continue to apply to an Exempt Building unless and until the building is significantly altered or
reconstructed, in which case the Exempt Building and the uses contained therein shall be subject
to the provisions of Chapter 17.62 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code (“Nonconforming
Uses and Structures”). The City Council finds that the only industrial warehouse building
qualifying as an Exempt Building is located at 8738, 8768, 8798 E. 9th Street, which is currently
owned by 9th&Vineyard LLC. In the event that any other property owner claims to own an Exempt
Building, then the Planning Director shall verify in writing that the building qualifies as such.
SECTION 3. Table 17.30.030-1 (“Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements By
Base Zoning District”) of Section 17.30.030 (“Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements”) of
Chapter 17.30 (“Allowed Land Use By Base Zoning District”) of Article III (“Zoning Districts,
Allowed Uses, and Development Standards”) of Title 17 (“Development Code”) of the Rancho
Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to insert in the appropriate place a row for “Food
Processing/Manufacturing,” as defined allowed land use descriptions (section 17.32.020), to read
as follows:
TABLE 17.30.030-1: ALLOWED LAND USES AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
BY BASE ZONING DISTRICT
Land Use/Zoning
District
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Industrial, Manufacturing, and Processing Uses (17)
Food Processing/
Manufacturing N N N N N N N N N N N N N N M P P N N N N
SECTION 4. Table 17.36.040-1 (“Development Standards for Industrial Zoning
Districts”) of Section 17.36.040 (“Development Standards for Industrial Zoning Districts”) of
Chapter 17.36 (“Development Standards By Base Zoning District”) of Article III (“Zoning Districts,
Allowed Uses, and Development Standards”) of Title 17 (“Development Code”) of the Rancho
Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE 17.36.040-1 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Development Standard/Zoning
District IP NI IE
Lot area (minimum) (1) 0.5 ac 0.5 ac 5 ac or 2 ac
(2)
Lot width (minimum) (3) 100 ft 100 ft 100 ft
Min. Setback (ft.) (4)
Front yard (and Street Side Yard) See Table 17.36.040-2
Major Arterial and Special
Boulevard 45 ft 45 ft 45 ft
Secondary 35 ft 35 ft 35 ft
Local/Collector 25 ft 25 ft 25 ft
Interior Side yard 5 ft (5) 5 ft (5) 5 ft (5)
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Rear yard 0 ft (5) 0 ft (5) 0 ft (5)
Distance Between Buildings
Primary buildings Must meet current building code
requirements
Accessory buildings Must meet current building code
requirements
Max. Building Height (ft.)
Primary buildings (7) 35 feet at the front setback line (6)
45 ft 45 ft 65 ft
Accessory buildings - Detached 25 ft 25 ft 25 ft
Accessory buildings – Attached
Maker Space -- 35 ft 35 ft
Floor Area Ratio (Ratio of building floor area to lot square footage)
Floor area ratio 0.4-0.6 (8) 0.4-0.6 (9) 0.4-0.6 (9)
Max. Building Footprint (sq. ft.)
Primary Building (10) -- 200,000 450,000
Accessory Building - Detached -- 5,000 10,000
Accessory Building – Attached Maker
Space -- 30,000 30,000
Min. Open Space (minimum percentage of open space per parcel or project)
Open space/landscape area 15% 10% 10% (2) /5%
Performance standards (see chapter
17.66) A A C/B (2)
Table notes:
(1) Condominium lots. Condominium lots and lots within an approved master planned development are exempt from required
minimum parcel size and dimension requirements.
(2) The following applies within 1,000 feet of Arrow Route: minimum 2-acre lot area; 10% minimum landscape area; and the “B” level
performance standards (chapter 17.66).
(3) Setbacks shall be the minimum required under the city’s currently adopted building code.
(4) Setback shall be increased to 45 feet when abutting a residential property line or adjacent to Interstate 15.
(5) See Table 17.36.040-2 for parcels abutting special boulevards as indicated in Figure 17.36.040-1 (Special Streetscape
Requirements).
(6) Buildings used for industrial uses that exceed 35 feet in height shall be set back an additional one foot from the front setback line
for each one foot of building height up to a maximum setback of 70 feet. The portion of the building used for offices are not subject
to this requirement.
(7) Heights over 75 feet may be permitted with a conditional use permit.
(8) For hotels and motels, the maximum floor area ratio is 1.0 (100 percent).
(9) Parking structures in the Neo-Industrial (NI) and Industrial Employment (IE) Zoning Districts are exempt from floor area ratio
requirements.
(10) Conditional use permit approval by the city council is required for all industrial buildings larger than 75,000 square feet in gross
floor area. See Section 17.20.060 (Conditional use permit). A master plan is required for all industrial buildings larger than 450,000
square feet in gross floor area.
SECTION 5. The City Council declares that, should any section, subsection,
subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason be held invalid
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or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares
that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence,
clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,
subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or
unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall
cause it to be published in the manner required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _____ day of ______________, 2021.
_____________________________________
L. Dennis Michael
Mayor
I, JANICE REYNOLDS, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify
that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of Rancho Cucamonga held on the _____ day of _______________, 2021, and was finally
passed at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held on the
______ day of ______________, 2021, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSTAINED: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ATTEST:______________________________
City Clerk