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'PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 11, 1996 7:00 PM
Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center
Council Chamber
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California
I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call
Chairman Barker __ Vice Chairman McNiel __
Commissioner Bethel __ Commissioner Macias _ Commissioner Tolstoy __
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 13, 1996
Adjourned Meeting of November 13, 1996
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-
controversial They will be acted on by the Commission at one time without
discussion. If anyone has concern over any item, it should be removed for
discussion.
A. DISPOSITION OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY (JASPER STREET)
ADJACENT TO LOT 22 OF TRACT 14072 - DIVERSIFIED PACIFIC
HOMES - A request to find the quitclaiming of Jasper Street, ~ocated
south of Highland Avenue, adjacent to Lot 22 of Tract 14072, in
conformance with the General Plan.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
The followin~l items are public hear/ngs in which concemed individuals may voice
their opinion of the related project. Please wait to be recognized by the Chairman
and address the Commission by stating your name and address. All such opinions
shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual for each project. Please slain in after
speaking.
B. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF RANCHO
.CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna regulations in all
zones to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission
recent regulations. (Continued from November 13, 1996) (TO BE
CONTINUED TO JANUARY 8, 1997)
C. INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-04 - CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna
regulations in all zones to be consistent with Federal Communications
Commission recent regulations. (Continued from November 13, 1996)
(TO BE CONTINUED TO JANUARY 8, 1997)
D. SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna
regulations to be consistent with Federal Communications
Commission recent regulations. (Continued from November 13, 1996)
(TO BE CONTINUED TO JANUARY 8, 1997)
E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 96-21 o TEXACO - The development of a service station with
a mini-market and a drive-thru for two fast food restaurants within a
2,862 square foot building on 1.15 acres of land, in the Mixed Use
District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the northeast
corner of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue - APN: 1077-421-42.
Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts
for consideration.
F. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-02 - CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - A request to add regulations prohibiting commercial
parties within all residential zones and property used for residential
purposes.
G. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-04 - CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - A request to enact regulations for wireless
communication facilities.
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VI~ DIRECTOR'S REPORTS
H. AMENDMENT TO UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM # 119 - SIGNS AND -
SERVICES - A request to amend the Foothill Marketplace Shopping
Center Uniform Sign Program criteria to allow a secondary sign for
Sport Chalet, a 36,000 square foot major tenant, located on the south
side of Foothill Boulevard between Interstate 15 and Etiwanda Avenue
- APN: 229-031-27 through 44.
I. AMENDMENT TO UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM # 119
DEPENDABLE BUSINESS SERVICES - A request to amend the
Foothill Marketplace Shopping Center Uniform Sign Program criteda
to allow a second color (white) for Hollywood Video, a 6,550 square
foot intermediate pad tenant, located on the south side of Foothill
Boulevard between Interstate 15 and Etiwanda Avenue
APN: 229-031-27 through 44.
J. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 96-03 - TEXACO - A request to determine if
new sign regulations should be added to allow signs identifying sub
tenants within a primary business.
K. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 96-04 - LEWIS DEVELOPMENT CO. - A
request to determine if architectural design guidelines should be
developed for a proposed Mixed Use center (CUP 96-20) within the
Terra Vista Community Plan, located on the north side of Foothill
Boulevard between Elm and Milliken Avenues.
L. USE DETERMINATION 96-03 ~ CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -
A request to determine that Fast Food Restaurants are conditionally
permitted in Office Park, Community Commercial, and Mixed Use
(MFC) districts within the Terra Vista Community Plan.
M. MILLER FAMILY & ASSOCIATES - A request to consider initiation of
text changes to the Industrial Area Specific Plan to add Funeral and
Crematory Services as a conditionally permitted use in Subarea 8.
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the Commission. Items
to be discussed here are those which do not already appear on this agenda.
VIII. COMMISSION BUSINESS
N. COMMERCIAL LAND USE STUDY DISCUSSION - (No report)
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an 11:00
p.m. adjournment time. If items go beyond that time, they shall be heard only with
the consent of the Commission.
I, Gall Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the
foregoing agenda was posted on December 5, 1996, at least 72 hours prior
to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center
Drive, Rancho Cucamonga.
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CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer
BY: Jerry A. Dyer, Associate Engineer
SUBJECT: DISPOSITION OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY (JASPER STREET] ADJACENT TO LOT 22
OF TRACT 14072 - DIVERSIFIED PACIFIC HOMES - A request to find the quitclaiming of
Jasper Street, located south of Highland Avenue, adjacent to lot 22 of Tract 14072, in conformance
with the General Plan - Tract No. 14072
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
On September 12, 1990, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 90-115 and approved Tentative Tract
Map No. 14072. Tract 14072 was recorded on September 6, 1996, with a 5-foot westerly strip of jasper Street
quitclaimed and incorporated as part of lot 22. The remaining portion of Jasper Street, a strip of land 32 feet wide
approximately 130 feet deep, deadending at the Route 30 freeway (future), with underlying utilities, was to be
publicly landscaped as a condition of development of the tract. Jasper Street in this location was originally
dedicated to the County of San Bernardino in fee simple.
During final review and approval of the improvement plans staff was directed to work with the Developer,
Diversified Pacific Homes, regarding the remaining portion of Jasper Street and the pubic landscaping thereof.
Neither the City nor the Developer felt a strip of land, approximately 130 feet deep, located between residences was
in the best interest of the City or the public. Since the City owns fee title to this portion of Jasper Street the solution
was to quitclaim the property to the Developer, the Developer in turn granting an easement to the City for the
underlying utilities, and then a lot merger with lot 22 of Tract 14072. The development of lot 22 will now occur
with the strip of land incorporated within that development, maintained by the owner or future owner of said lot,
with easement rights granted for the underlying storm drain and utilities.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission make the finding though minute action that the subject proposed
quitclaim of Jasper Street, adjacent to lot 22 of Tract 14072, is in conformance with the General Plan. This finding
will be forwarded to the City Council for further processing and disposition of the proper~y.
Respectfully submitted,
all James ~Z~
Senior Civil Engineer
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AUachments: Vicinity Map (Exhibit 'A')
Proposed portion of Jasper Street to be quitclaimed (Exhibit 'B')
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Tract No. 14072
Quitclaim of Jasper Street
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CITY OF RANCH0 CUCAMONGA '
STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF RANCHQ CUCAMONGA -
A request to amend the antenna regulations in all zones to be consistent with
Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from October
9, 1996)
INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-04 - CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna regulations in all zones to be
consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations.
(Continued from October 9, 1996)
SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF RANCHC)
.CUCAMONGA o A request to amend the antenna regulations to be consistent with
Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from October
9, 1996)
These items were continued from November 13, 1996. Staff recommends that they be continued
to January 8, 1997, to allow additional time for the City Attorneys office and staff to revise the
Ordinances.
Respectfully submitted,
Buller
City Planner
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ITEMS B~C&D
CITY OF RANCH0 CUCA~MONGA ' ~
STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buffer, City Planner
BY: Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 96-21 -
TEXACO - The development of a service station with a mini-market and a
drive-thru for two fast food restaurants within a 2,862 square foot building on
1.15 acres of land, in the Mixed Use District of the Tetra Vista Community Plan,
located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue -
APN: 107742142.
PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
A. Surrounding Land Use and Zoninq:
North - Apartments, Medium High Residential District (14-24 dwelling units per acre)
of the Terra Vista Community Plan.
South - Vacant, Industrial Park District, Subarea 7 of the Industrial Area Specific Plan.
East Partially developed with a medical center and partially vacant; Mixed Use
District, Hospital and Related Facilities, Office (MHO) of the Terra Vista
Community Plan.
West Commercial center, Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista
Community Plan
B. General Plan Designations:
Project Site - Mixed Use
North - Medium High Residential
South - Industrial Park
East Mixed Use
West Community Commercial
C. Site Characteristics: The site is vacant. It is relatively flat. There is no significant
vegetation on the site. The intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue is a
gateway (Type III design similar to the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Elm
Avenue) to the Tetra Vista Community.
ITEM E
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
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D. Parkinq Calculations:
Number of Number of
Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces
of Use Footage Ratio Required Provided
Service Station N/A 3 3
Mini-market 1,794 1/250 7 7
Fast Food 1,064 1/75 1__4 1__4
TOTAL 24 24
ANALYSIS:
A. Proposed Proiect: Texaco proposes to build a service station with a 2,862 square foot
building for a mini-market and two quick service restaurants. About one-third of the
building will be used for indoor dining and a drive-thru for fast food take-out service. The
site is approximately 1.15 acres in size and is part of a 22-acre parcel bounded by Foothill
Boulevard, Church Street, and Elm and Milliken Avenues. A related development concept
for the 22-acre parcel. Terra Vista Commons, was submitted by the property owner, Lewis
Development Co., under a separate Conditional Use Permit application. The proposed
22-acre development concept is to serve as a master plan for the site so that Texaco can
proceed with the project, as required by the Development Code and the Drive-thru
Policies. The master plan development concept will be reviewed by the Planning
Commission at a later date.
B. Desiqn Review Committee: The Committee (Commissioners McNiel, Macias, and Dan
Coleman) reviewed the project on November 19, 1996, and recommended that the
applicant revise the project design to address all design issues listed in the report of
November 19. The applicant has worked with staff to revise and prepare plans that
address the design issues. On December 3, 1996, the Committee reviewed the revised
plan and recommended approval with further improvements. These improvements are
listed below and as shown in Exhibit "B."
1. Provide decorative textured pavement for the handicap parking spaces in front of the
main entry.
2. Enhance the north elevation with architectural elements and details such as, but not
limited to. tile medallions, precast concrete trims, etc. Increase the width of the
columns to be proportionate to the top of the building entry tower; consider using a
darker shade of stucco color above the main entry storefront windows and heavy
lumber size for the trellis, subject to City Planner review and approval.
3. Provide a minimum 6-inch depth to all recessed areas and a minimum of 2-inch
metal tubes for the trellis work within the recessed area. Provide precast concrete
trim around the recessed areas.
PLANNING COMMISSION S"FAFF REPORT
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
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4. Provide precast concrete material for all cornices.
5. Provide a concrete trim detail to the top of the tile paver base as transition to the
stucco column.
6. Provide precast concrete caps to the screen walls along the drive-thru lane. Split-
face material is acceptable for the side of the wall not subject to Foothill Boulevard
view. Stucco the exterior side of the wall at the east elevation.
7. Repeat the same Iouver elements to the north side of the west and the south side
of the east elevations (done).
8. Pop-out or furr-out the south side of the west elevation and provide a deeper
recessed area for the metal trellis inset (done).
9. Provide a decorative end to the wood trellis (done).
10. Modify the roof access doors to be the same design as the Iouvers (done).
11. Shift the electrical room so that the doors are behind columns.
12. Shift the menu board to be behind columns and lower them so that they are not
exposed to Foothill Boulevard view.
13. Enhance the south elevation with architectural elements and details, such as but are
not limited to, tile medallions, precast concrete trims, additional recessed area with
metal trellis, etc.
The applicant agreed to the above improvements at the December 3, 1996, Design
Review meeting. However, the applicant was not able to make all the changes and
submit for staff review prior to the Commission meeting. These improvements have
been placed as conditions of approval in the attached resolution.
C. Technical Review Committee: The Committee reviewed the project and recommended
approval subject to the conditions contained in the attached resolution.
D. Environmental Assessment: Staff has completed an environmental review of the
proposed project and determined that there will not be significant impact to the
environment and a Negative Declaration is recommended as shown in Exhibit "1."
FACTS FOR FINDING: The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and the Terra
Vista Community Plan. The design of the proposed project, together with the conditions of
approval, meets the applicable provisions of the Development Code, the Terra Vista
Community Plan and the Drive-thru Policies. The development of the project will not have a
significant impact to the environment.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
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CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners
within a 300 foot radius of the project site.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit 96-21
through the adoption of the attached resolution with conditions.
City Planner
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Attachments: Exhibit "A"' Site Utilization Map and Master Plan Development Concept
Exhibit "B" DRC Action Comments - November 19 and December 3, 1996
Exhibit "C" Detailed Site Plan
Exhibit "D" - Conceptual Grading Plan
Exhibit "E" Conceptual Landscape Plan
Exhibit "Fn Elevations
Exhibit "G" Floor Plan
Exhibit "H" Environmental Review, Part I and II
Exhibit "1" Negative Declaration
Resolution of Approval
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
5:15 p.m. Nancy Fong November 19, 1996
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PER~MIT 96-21 - TEXACO - The
development of a service station ~vith a mini-market and a drive-thru for two fast food restaurants x~thin
a 6,104 square foot building on 1.15 acres of land, in the Mixed Use District of the Terra Vista
Commtmity Plan, located at the noaheast comer of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue - APN: 1077-
421-42.
Design Parameters:
The site is vacant. It is part of a 22-acre parcel bounded by Foothill Boulevard, Church Street, Elm and
Milliken Avenues. The northeast comer of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue ~vhere Texaco will be
located is a gateway (Type III design similar to the northwest comer of Foothill Boulevard and Elm
Avenue) to the Terra Vista Planned Community. A related development concept for the 22-acre parcel,
Tetra Vista Commons, was submitted by the property ox~er, Lewis Development Co., under a separate
Conditional Use Permit application. Representatives from Lewis Development Co. stated that except
for Texaco they do not have tenants for the other buildings nor are they ready to develop the residential
parcel. The proposed 22-acre development concept is to serve as a master plan for the site so that Texaco
could proceed with the project, as required by the Drive-Thru Policies. The master plan development
concept ~vill be reviewed by the Planning Commission at a later date.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Commirtee discussion regarding
this project:
1. Since Texaco will be developed first, the building design would establish the architectural
program for Terra Vista Commons. Therefore, it is important that the design exhibit a level of
architectural treatment and detailing that matches Tetra Vista Tov,~q Center or Tow~n Center
Square. This is not to say that the building design should follow the same architectural style as
the two existing centers.
2. The building design does not meet the design guidelines for the drive-thru policies for the
following reasons:
a. The basic form and silhouette of the building are essentially a rectangular box with
colormade attachments along portions of the drive-thru lane and a gable roof at the main
building entry.
b. The notch (front) elevation consists of one building plane punctuated by a gable roof. The
size of this gable roof is massive and not in proportion to the horizontal part of the
building. A smaller size roof tower at the main building entry and two other towers at the
northeast and northwest sides of this elevation with a colonnade would provide vertical
and horizontal variation to the building plane. The roof tower element should extend from
the building entry to the south elevation and over the drive-thru lane.
c. The south elevation is the back side of the building and it faces Foothill Boulevard. The
elevation reads as one building plane because the design of the colormade that is over the
drive-thru lane is similar to the building wall. Roof overhang, tower elements, storefront
windows and other architectural elements should be added to provide articulation to the
building mass and facade.
d. The building design does not have sufficient articulation to the building surface because
of a lack of architectural elements or material changes.
DRC AGENDA
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
November 19, 1996
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e. Provide architectural treatment to the west elevation by breaking up the building plane and
surface with storefront windows, tower elements, columns, trellis work, etc.
3. Expand the width of the pedestrian walk~vay along the north elevation to allow for tree wells,
textured pavement and pedestrian ameNties. Eliminate parking spaces at the main building entry,
and treated with a textured pavement to create a formal entry statement.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee
will discuss the following secondary design issues:
I. Expand the depth of the textured pavement at the project entry off Elm Avenue. Add textured
pavement across drive aisles that lead to the service station.
2. Reduce the expanse of asphalt area at the northeast side of the site.
3. The finished gades for the building and the drive-thru lane are at least 3 feet higher than the street
grades. The illustrative cross-sections do not show accurately that the drive-thru lane is screened
from Foothill Boulevard view. Also, provide screening of the dfive-thru lane at the southwest side
of the building.
4. Create a project entry statement by providing a 15-foot wide landscape planter along the north side
of the main drive~vay.
5. Increase the size of the columns for the canopy over the pump islands.
Policy Issues: The follo~ving items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
1. The applicant proposed one wall sign for "Starmart" and two secondary signs, "Q.S.R." on the
north elevation and two graphic Texaco Iogos on the canopy for the pump island. The current
Sign Ordinance allows only one wall sign per building elevation and no signs on the canopy. Staff
has recommended to the applicant that this issue requires an amendment to the Sign Ordinance,
which would need to be discussed at a full Planning Commission hearing. Once the applicant
submits a letter requesting tier Commission discussion, staff would forward the item to the next
available meeting for their review and direction.
2. The plant species, the density and the size of the plant materials ( trees, shrubs, groundcovers, etc.)
~vill be conditioned to comply with City's standards.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the applicant submit revised development plans that address the above identi fled
issues for Committee review.
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DRC AGENDA
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
November 19, 1996
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Design Review Committee Action Comments:
Members Present: Rich Macias, Larry McNiel, Dan Coleman
Staff Planner: Nancy Fong
The Committee stated that the architectural style for this project within Terra Vista Commons could be
different from Terra Vista Town Center or Town Center Square, but the quality of the building design
and architectural detailing should not be lesser than the two mentioned centers. The Committee agreed
xvith staff comments and recommended that the applicant revise the project design to address all the
design issues listed in the report. The Committee stated that revised plans must be submitted for their
review for the December 3 meeting.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
6:35 p.m. Nancy Fong December 3, 1996
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERaMIT 96-21 - TEXACO - The
development of a service station with a mini-market and a drive-thru for two fast food restaurants within
a 6,104 square foot building on 1.15 acres of land, in the Mixed Use District of the Terra Vista
Community Plan, located at the northeast corner ofFoothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue-APN: 1077-
421-42.
The Committee requested to review the revised plans. Attached is the November 19, 1996 Action
Comments for your reference. Plans will be available at the meeting for review.
Attachment
Design Revie~v Committee Action:
Members Present: Rich Macias, Larry McNiel
Staff Planner: Nancy Fong
The Committee reviewed the revised plan submitted at the meeting and recommended approval of the
project subject to the following improvements:
1. Provide decorative textured pavements for the handicap par'king spaces in front of the main entry.
2. Enhance the north elevation with architectural elements and details such as, but are not limited to
tile medallions, pre-cast concrete trims, etc., increase the width of the columns to be proportionate
to the top of the building entry tower, consider using a darker shade of stucco color above the main
entry storefront windows, heavy lumber size for the trellis, subject to City Planner review and
approval.
3. Provide a minimum of 6-inch depth to all recessed areas and a minimum of 2-inch metal tubes for
the trellis work within the recessed area. Provide pre-cast concrete trim around the recessed areas.
4. Provide pre-cast concrete material for all cornices.
5. Provide a concrete trim detail to the top of the tile paver base as transition to the stucco column.
6. Provide pre-cast concrete caps to the screen walls along the drive-thru lane. Split-face material
is acceptable for the side of the wall not subject to Foothill Boulevard view. Stucco the exterior
side of the wall at the east elevation.
7. Repeat the same louver elements to the north side of the west elevation and the south side of the
east elevation.
8. Pop-out or furr-out the south side of the west elevation and provide a deeper recessed area for the
metal trellis inset.
9. Provide a decorative end to the wood trellis.
10. Modify the roof access doors to be the same design as the louvers.
DRC COMMENTS
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 3, 1996
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1 I. Shift the electrical room so that the doors are behind columns.
12. Shift the menu board to be behind columns and lo~ver them so that they are not exposed to Foothill
Boulevard view.
13. Enhanced the south elevation with architectural elements and details such as, but are not limited
to tile medallions, pre-cast concrete trims, additional recessed area with metal trellis, etc.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
INFORMATION FORM
(Part l - Initial Study)
Planning Division
The purpose of this form is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed
project so that the City may review the project pursuant to City policies, ordinances, and
guidelines; the California Environmental Quality Act; and the City's Rules and Procedures
to Implement CEQA. It is important that the information requested in this application be
provided in full.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. P/ease note that it is the responsibility Of the applicant to ensure
that the applicaffon is complete at the ~Yne of submittal,' City staff will not be ava~able to peffen"n wed,< required to provide missing
information.
Application Number for the project to which this form pertains: ~. U. ?. ~ -- .2_1 i~X,~, ~- G'
Name & Address of project owner(s): L_~''J\ $'
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Name & Address of developer or pmject sponsor T~ ~
Contact Pe~on a Add~ss: ~, ~,~ ~ ~
Name & Addles of pe~on preparing this fo~ (if different from above):
Telephone Nu~nben
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Information indicated by astedsk (') is nat required of non-construction CUP's unless othen~zise requested by staff.
Provide a full scale (8-1/2 x I 1) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the
s/to boundaries.
2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from the north, south, east and west;
views into and from the site from the primary access points which serve the site; and representative views of significant
features from the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph.
3) ProjectLocation(describe): ;~?prz,~,x,-, ! A~ ~ ~ t',&~"'~G
4) Asseaaor's Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary):
'5) Gross Site Area (ac/sq. R.):
'5) Net Site Area (total site size minus area of public streets & proposed dedications): 74 ,"l ' ' ~
7) Describe any proposed genera/plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (affach additional sheet
if necessary:
8) include a description of all permits which will be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other go,;emmental
agencies in order to folly implement t,be project.'
Desc~be the physica~ se~ing af the site as it exists bef~m the pmject induding informati~n en top~gra~hy~ soi~ stabi~ity~ p~ants
and animals, matum tees, trails and mad& drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Desc~be any e~isting stt~dcturas on site
(including age and condition) and the use of the stmcturas. A~ach photographs of significant featues described. In addition,
site aft sources of information (i.e., geological and/or hydrolcgic studies, hietic and archeological sunieys, trafi?c studies):
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10) Describe the known cultural and/or historical aspects of the site, Site all soumeg of informat,bn (books, published reports and
oral history):
11) Describe any noise sources and their levels that now affect the site (aircra,zt.,, roadway noise, etc,) and how they will affect
proposed uses;
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12] Descdbe the proposed project in dataft. This should provide an adequate description of the site in terms of ultimate use which
will result from the prosed project. Indicate if there are proposed phases for develapmenL the extent of development to occur
with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each incremenL A~ach additional sheet(s) if necessa,3z:
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13) Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural, historical, or scenic aspects.
Indicate the type Of land use (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family. apartment houses. shops.
department stores, etc.) and scale of development (height. frontage, setback, mar yarc'. etc.):
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14) Will the proposed project change the pattern, scale or character of the surrounding general area of the project?
e,t- age"
15) Indicate the type of short-term and long-term noise to be generated, including soume and amount. How will t, ffese noise levels
affect adjacent properties and on-site uses. ~at methods of saund proo~ng are proposed?
'16) Indicate proposed removals and/or replacements of mature or sconic trees:
17) Indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drains:
Indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For fuRher clarification. please contact
the Cucamonga Count'/WaterDistrict at 987-2591.
a. Residential (gaYday) Peak use (gallDay)
b, Commemial/lnd. (gal/day/ac) ~ Peak use (gallmin/ac)
19) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal __ Septic Tank Sewer. If septic tanks am proposed, a~ach
percolation tests, If discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See
A~achment A for usage estimates). For furlher clarification, please contact the Cucamonga Count'/Water District at 967-2591.
a. Residential (gallday)
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS:
20) Number of residential units:
Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size:
A~ached (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units):
21) Anticipated range of sale pdces and/or ce, nts:
Sale Price(s) $ to $
Rent (per month) $ to $
22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit type:
23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type:
24) Indicate the expected number of school children who will be residing within the project: Contact the appropriate School
Districts as shown (n Attachment B:
a. Elementary,'
b. Junior High:
c. Senior High
COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
25) Descdbe type of use(3) and majorfunction(s) of commercial, industrial or institutional uses.' ~,~ ~ L,.--
25) Total ~oor area of commercial. industdal. or institutional uses by type: ~ ) c~, Lh
28) Numberof employees: Total,'
Maximum Shift.'
Time of Maximum Shift: zl~ L} Y~,~ ,
29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and salary ranges, as well as an indication af tl}e rate
of hire for each classification (attach additional sheet if necessary):
30) Estimation of the number of workers to be hired that currently reside in the City,' ~ ~ ,,3 ~,,,'30'~,,,J kJ
'31) For commercial and industrial uses only. indicate the source. type and amount of air pollution emissions. (Data should be
verified through the South Coast Air Quafity Management Distn'ct, at (818) 572-fi283):
ALL PROJECTS
32) Have the water. sewer. fire, and flood control agencies senzing the project been contacted to determine their abiliry :a provide
adequate service to the proposed project? If so. please indicate their response.
33) In the known histar/ of this proper~y. has there been any use, storage. or discharge c/hazardous and/or toxic materials ?
Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances: pes~icides and
herbicides; fuels. oils. solvents, and other ~ammable ~quids and gases. Also note underground storage af any of t,~e above,
Please list the rootedsis arid describe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property. as weft as the dates of use. if
known.
34) W?II the proposed project involve the temporaP/ or long-term use. storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic
reatedals. including but not limited to those examples listed above? If yes. provide an inventor/ of aft such materials to be
used and proposed method of disposal The location of such uses. along with the storage and shipment areas. shall be
shown and labeled an the application plans.
I hereby cartit}, that the statements furnished above and in the a~ached exhibits present the data and infon'nation required for
ade~uale evaluation of this proiect to the best of my ability. that the facts. statements. and information presented are true and
cen'ecl tot he best of my knowledge and belleL I further understand that additional informa~jon may be zequired to be submi~ed
baforeanadeuateevalua,ionea. bem. de y c cucamonga.
Title:
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ATTACHMENT A
Water Usage
Average use per day
Residential
Single Family 600 gallday
ApfJCondo 400 gallday
Commercial/Industrial
General and Regional Commercial ' 3000 gal/day/ac
Neighborhood Commercial 1500 gal/day/ac
General Industrial 1500 gal/day/ac
Industrial Park 3000 gal/day/ac
Peak Usage
For all uses
Average use x 2.0
Sewer Flows
Residential
Single Family 270 gallday
Apt/Condos 200 gal/day
Commercial/Industrial
General Commercial 2000 gallday/ac
Neighborhood Commercial 100-1500 gal/day/ac
General Industrial 2000 gal/day/ac
Heavy industrial 3000 gaf/day/ac
Source: Cucamonga County Water District Master Plan. 9/85
ATTACHMENT B
Contact the school district for your area for amount and payment of school fees:
Elementary School Districts
Alta Loma
9350 Base Line Road, Suite F
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(909) 987-0788
Central
9457 Foothill Boulevard
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(909) 989-8541
Cucamonga
8776 Archibald Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(909) 987-8942
Etiwanda
5959 East Avenue
P.O. Box 248
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
(909) 899-2451
High School
Chaffey High School
211 West 5th Street
Ontario, CA 91752
(909) 988-8511
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CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FOR VI
INITIAL STUDY PART II
BACKGROUND
I) Project File #/Name: CUP 96-21 - Texaco
2) Related Files: CUP 96-20 - Lewis Development Co. - 22 acres Master Plan
3) Applicant: Texaco Refinin~ and MarketlnE
Address: 3631 Harbor Boulevard, Santa Aria, CA 92704
Telephone #: 714-444-8692
4) Project Description: a service station with a 344-4 sq. ft. bldg. for a m ini-market & 2 quick service restaurants
5) Project Accepted as Complete (date): 11-7-96
ENVIRON~IENTAL INIPACTS
Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental QualiLy Act Guidelines, an explanation is required for all "Yes"
and "Maybe" answers on attached sheets, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified.
Yes Maybe No
I. EARTH - Will the proposal result in.'
a) Unstable earth conditions or changes in the geologic structure7 ( ) ( ( X )
b) Disruptions, displacement, compaction, or over covering of the soil7 ( ) ( (X)
c) Change in the topography or ground surface relief features7 ( ) ( (X)
d) The destruction, covering, or modification of any unique geologic or physical
features? ( ) ( (X)
e) Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? ( ) ( (X)
f ) Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sand, or changes in siltation, deposition,
or erosion which may modi~' the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the
ocean or any bay, inlet, or lake7 ( ) ( ( X )
g) Exposure of people or property. to geologic hazards, such as earthquakes,
landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? ( ) ( (X)
II. AIR - Will the proposal result in:
a) Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? ( ) (X) ( )
b) The creation of objectionable odors? ( ) (X) ( )
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c) AIteration of air movement moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate,
either locally or regionally? ( ) ( ) (X)
III. WATER - Will the proposal result in:
a) Changes in currents, or the course of direction of water movements, in either
marine or fresh waters? ( ) ( ) (X)
b) Changes in the absorption rate, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface
runoff?. ( ) (X) ( )
c) Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? ( ) ( ) (X)
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any body? ( ) ( ) (X)
e) Discharge into surface waters, or in alteration of surface water quality, including,
but not limited to, temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity? ( ) ( ) ( X )
f) Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? ( ) ( ) (X)
g) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or
withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? ( ) ( ) (X)
h) Substantial reduction in the amount of water other, vise available for public water
supplies? ( ) ( ) (X)
I) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding or tidal
waves? ( ) ( ) (X)
PLANT LIFE - Will the proposal result in:
a) Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including
trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? ( ) (X)
b) Reduction in the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species ofplanu? ( ) (X)
c) Introduction of new species of plants into an area or in a barrier to the normal
replenishment of existing species? ( ) (X)
d) Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? ( ) (X)
V. ANI~M3. L LIFE - Will the proposal result in:
a) Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of animals (birds, Iand
animals, including reptiles, fish, and shellfish benthic organisms or insects)?
( ) (X)
b) Reduction of the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species of animals?
( ) () (X)
c) Introduction of any new speci,'s of animals into the area or result in a barrier to the
migration or movement of animals? ( ) ( ) (X)
d) Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? ( ) ( ) (X)
NOISE - Will the proposal result in:
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a) increase in existing noise levels? ( ) ( ) (X)
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) ( ) ( X2
VI. LIGHT .&ND GL:LRE - Will the proposal:
a) Produce new light and glare? ( ) (X) ( )
VI2I/. Lz-~ND USE - Will the proposal result in.'
a) Substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? ( ) ( ) (X)
LX. NATU]~AL RESOURCES - Will the proposal result in.'
a) Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? ( ) ( ) (X)
X. RISK OF UPSET - Will the proposal involve:
a) A risk of explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not
limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or
upset conditions? ( ) (X) ( )
b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation
plan? ( ) ( ) (X)
XI. POPULATION - Will the proposal.'
a) Alter the location, distribution, densit.'.', or gro~¢th rate of the human population of
an area? ( ( ) (X)
X/I. HOUS1GNG - Will the proposal.'
a) Affect existing housing or create a demand for additional housing? ( ( ) (X)
,'till. TR.~NSPORTATION/C[RCULATION- Will the proposal result in:
a) Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement7 ( ( (X)
b) Effects on existing parking facilities or demand for new parking? ( ( ( X )
c) Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? ( ( (X)
d) Alterations to the present panems of circulation or movement of people and/or
goods? ( ( (X)
e) Alterations to waterborne, rail, or air traffic? ( ( (X)
f) Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians? ( ( (X)
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..'~Fv'. pUBLIC SERVICES- ~Vill the proposal hca'e an effect ~Coon. or resuk in a need for. new
or altered government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) (X)
b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) (X)
c) Schools? ( ) ( ) (X)
d) Parks and other recreational facilities? ( ) ( ) (X)
e) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) (X)
f) Other governmental services? ( ) ( ) (X)
XV. ENERGY - Will the proposal result in:
a) Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? ( ) ( ) (X)
b) Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy or require the
development of new sources of energy? ( ) ( ) (X)
XVI. UTILITIES and SERVICE SYSTE~IS - Will the proposal result in a need for new
systems or substantial alterations ,'o the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) (X)
b) Communications systems? ( ) ( ) (X)
c) Water? ( ( ) ( X )
d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ( ( X )
e) Storm :vater drainage? ( ( (X)
f) Solid waste disposal? ( ( (X)
XVII. HU..~L-~N HEALTH - Will the proposal result in:
a) Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)?
( ( (X)
b) Exposure of people to potential health hazards? ( (X)
XVIII. AESTHETICS - ~Vill the proposal result in.'
a) The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public? ( (X)
b) Creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? ( (X)
XLX. RECREATION - ~Vill the proposal result in:
a) Impact upon th~ quality of existing recreational opportunities? ( ( X )
b) Restrict the religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? ( ( ) (X)
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..'~,X. CULTUR.-tL RESOURCES - ~,~'ill the proposal:
a) Result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic
archeological site? ( ) ( ) ( X )
b) Result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building,
structure, or object7 ( ) ( ) (X)
c) Have the potential to cause a physical chang~ which would affect unique ethnic
cultural values7 ( ) ( ) ( X )
.TLXI. ~L-tNDATORY FE'~qE)ENGS OF SIGNEFIC.~NCE -
a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality, of
the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause
a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to
eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of
a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of major
periods of California history or prehistory? ( ) ( ) ( X )
b) Short term: Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the
disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the
environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time.
Long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) ( ) ( ) (X)
c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but
cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate
resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the
effect on the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) ( ) ( ) ( X )
d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have environmental effects which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly7
() () (X)
."CXII. DISCUSSION OF EN'YIRON,.'~ISENTAL EVALUATION CNarrative description of environmental impacts) -
II. Air (a) & (b) - This type of business is regulated by and required to obtain permits from Air Qualit,.'
Management District (AQMD) and must meet state and federal standards for emissions of gas, fumes,
odors, etc.
[II. Water (b), (c), & (i) - The development of the project will increase the amount of paved surface area
which could result in an increase in the amount of surface water runoffand a decrease in the absorption
rates. However, all runoffwill be conveyed to approved drainage facilities which have been designed
to handle the flows. The project will not alter the course or flow of flood waters. There are no special
flood hazard areas within or near the project site.
IV. Plant Life (a) - The development of the project will add a diversity of plant species based on City's
landscape requirements.
VII. Light and Glare - The development of the project will require lighting the buildings, the driveways, the
pump islands and the parking areas, which could produce light and glare. Cit}"s codes require a
maximum height of 15 feet for the light poles and shields within the light fixtures, which would minimize
the light and glare.
XIII. Transportation (a), (c), (d), & (f') - The project will not generate substantial additional
movement. The proposal is consistent with the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan and the General Plan
for which the street widths were evaluated at a build-out condition. The project will be required to install
frontage street improvements in their ultimate configuration, per City Ordinance, and to pay
Transportation Development Fees. The project will maintain the existing circulation patterns. All new
development increase the risk of traffic hazards. Driveways have been spaced to provide the maximum
safety available and pedestrian amenities (sidewalks) will be installed as part of the project. The impact
is not significant.
X. Risk of Upset - This type of business is regulated by and required to obtain permits from AQMD and must
meet state and federal standards for air emissions, and public safety standards.
XVI. Utilities and Services Systems (e) - The project will not result in a need for new public storm drains or
substantial alterations to the master plan of storm drainage.
XXIII. DISCUSSION OF LAND USE IMPACTS (Examine whether the project would be consistent with existing
zoning, plans, and other applicable land use controls) -
The development of the project is consistent with the General Plan, the Development Code and the Tetra Vista
Community Plan.
XXIV. EARLEER ANALYSES - Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other
CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration
per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within the scope of and
adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to applicable legal standards, and such effects
were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were
utilized in completing this lnitiaI Study and are available for review in the City ofRancho Cucamonga, Planning
Division offices, 10500 Civic Center Drive (check all that apply):
X General Plan EIR
X Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 Update of the General Plan
__ Industrial Area Specific Plan EIR
Victoria Planned Community EIR
X Tetra Vista Planned Community EIR
__ Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan EIR
__ Etiwanda North Specific Plan EIR
__ Other:
Other:
XXV. DETERM]hNATION - On the basis of this initial evaluation:
a) I find that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment.
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared ...........................................................................( X )
b) I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be
a significant effect in this case because mitigation measures described on the artached sheets have been added
to the project.
A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared ..........................................................................( )
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c) I find that the proposed project ram,.' have a significant effect on the environment.
~' , !'! ~ , : ACT ZEPOR. T is required ...............................................................
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Print Name and Title
Date
XXVI. APPLIC.~NT CEi>,TI2FICATION (To be completed by applicant) -
[ certify. that I am the applicant for the project described in this Initial Study. I acknowledge that I have read this Initial Study
and the proposed mitigation measures. Further, I have revised the project plans or proposals and/or hereby agree to the
proposed mitigation measures to avoid the effects or itigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant environmental
u
Date:
Print Name and Title: ~*/-,~tc/'/4'''ZD '~"t"/* / /
City of Rancho Cucamonga
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code.
Project File No.: CUP 96-21 Public Review Period Closes: December 11, 1996
Project Name: Project Applicant: Texaco Refining and Marketing, Inc.
Project Location (also see attached map): Northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue -
APN: 1077-421-42
Project Description: The development of a service station with a mini-market and a drive-thru for two fast
food restaurants within a 2,862 square foot building on 1.15 acres of [and, in the Mixed Use District of the Terra
V~sta Community Plan.
FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
[] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant
effect on the environment.
[] The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but:
(1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this
proposed Nega'dve Declaration was released for public review would avoid the effects or mitigate
the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and
(2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required.
Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related
documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic
Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period.
December 11, 1996
Date of Determination Adopted By
EXHIBIT "1"
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 96-21 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SERVICE STATION
WITH A MINI-MARKET AND A DRIVE-THRU FOR TWO FAST FOOD
RESTAURANTS WITHIN A 2,862 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING ON 1.15
ACRES OF LAND, IN THE MIXED USE DISTRICT OF THE TERRA VISTA
COMMUNITY PLAN, LOCATED AT-THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND ELM AVENUE. AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 1077-421-42.
A. Recitals.
1. Texaco has filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit No. 96-21, 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 the 1 lth day of December 1996, 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, deten"nined, and resolved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the fac~s 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 December 11, 1996, including written and oral staff reports, together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to properly located at the northeast corner of Foothill
Boulevard and Elm Avenue with a street frontage of 441 feet and a lot depth of 279 feet, and is
presently unimproved.
b. The property to the north is apartments, the properties to the south and west are
vacant, the property to the east is a commercial center.
c. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and the Terra Vista
Community Plan.
d. The design of the proposed project, together with the conditions of approval meet
all applicable provisions of the Development Code, Terra Vista Community Plan, and the Drive*thru
Policies.
e. The development of the proposed project would not have a significant impact to the
environment.
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CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
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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 fodh in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the Tetra
Vista Community Plan, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located.
b. The proposed use, 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.
c. The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code and the Terra Vista Community Plan.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration,
· together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the
application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will
have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated
thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the
independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and
considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the
proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur.
c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753L5(0) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project
will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildFire resources or the habitat upon which wildlife
depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff
reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission during the public
hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in
Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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 Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Plannina Division
1) The approval is for a service station with a 2,862 square foot building
including a mini-market and two fast food restaurants with a drive-thru.
2) This approval does not include the related 22-acre master plan
development concept.
3) Provide tenured pavement at the project entry and across drive aisles.
Acceptable textured materials are interlocking brick pavers, medium to
heavy exposed aggregate, integral colored patterned concrete, or a
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combination of them. Provide concrete banding to separate textured
pavement from asphalt and/or to divide the drive lanes. Final design
subject to City Planner review and approval pdor to issuance of building
permits.
4) Place public phones, newspaper racks, rending machines, and similar
types of coin-operated products inside the building or in a location
acceptable and approved by the City Planner, prior to issuance of
permits and prior to installations. Placement of this type of equipment,
product or services not in a location approved by the City Planner shall
be required to be removed at the owners expense.
5) Install a security camera of a type and number approved by the City
Manager or his designee. Said camera must be capable of producing
a retrievable image on film or tape that can be made a permanent
record and that can be enlarged through projection or other means.
Cameras meeting the requirements of this section shall be maintained
in a proper working order at all times and shall be subjected to periodic
inspection by the City Manager or his designee.
6) Light fixtures shall not project below the gas pump canopy.
7) The final design of the northeast side of the site and beyond the future
east property fine is subjected to City Planner review and approval prior
to issuance of permits.
8) Submit the final design for a Type III gateway at the intersection of
Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue fo~' City Planner review and
approval pdor to issuance of building permits. Install the gateway prior
to release of occupancy.
9) The design of the transition, including pedestrian walkways, decorative
open fencing, etc., from the landscape planters and the asphalt drives
to the unimproved land east and north of the project site is subject to
City Planner review and approval.
10) Provide decorative te>dured pavement for the handicap parking spaces
in front of the main entry.
11) Enhance the north elevation with architectural elements and details
such as, but not limited to, tile medallions, precast concrete trims, etc.;
increase the width of the columns to be propodionate to the top of the
building entry tower, consider using a darker shade of stucco color
above the main entry storefront windows and heavy lumber size for the
trellis, subject to City Planner review and approval.
12) Provide a minimum of 6-inch depth to all recessed areas and a
minimum of 2-inch metal tubes for the trellis work within the recessed
area. Provide precast concrete trim around the recessed areas.
13) Provide precast concrete material for all cornice elements.
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14) Provide a concrete trim detail to the top of the tile paver base as
transition to the stucco column.
15) Provide precast concrete caps to the screen walls along the drive-thru
lane. Split-face material is acceptable for the side of the wall not
subject to Foothill Boulevard view. Provide a non-tool joint or sack
finish for the split face materials. Stucco the exterior side of the wall at
the east elevation.
16) Repeat the same Iouver elements to the north side of the west and the
south side of the east elevations.
17) Pop-out or furr-out the south side of the west elevation and provide a
deeper recessed area for the metal trellis inset.
18) Provide a decorative end to the wood trellis.
19) Modify the roof access doors to be the same design as the Iouvers.
20) Shift the electrical room so that the doors are behind columns.
21 ) Shift the menu board to be behind columns and lower them so that they
are not exposed to Foothill Boulevard view.
22) Enhance the south elevation with architectural elements and details
such as, but not limited to, tile medallions, precast concrete trims,
additional recessed area with metal trellis, etc.
23) Increase the size of the columns for the canopy over the pumps,
subject to City Planner review and approval.
24) Provide a 6-inch concrete curb at the base of the tile paver columns for
the ones adjacent to high pedestrian traffic, such as along the north
elevations.
25) Submit detailed color and material samples for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
26) Submit revised elevations that incorporate the above conditions of
approval for City Planner review and approval prior to plan check.
27) Provide a 15-foot minimum width landscape planter along the north
side of the project entry driveway. Provide special landscape design for
the project entry to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
28) Instead of the two planter boxes in front of the recessed element at the
west side of the south elevation, provide a raised planter wall that
wraps around the west side. Use tile pavers for the wall finishes with
a decorative cap.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
Page 5
29) The plant species, the densities, and the sizes of the plant materials.
i.e., trees, shrubs and ground covers, etc., shall be consistent with the
established centers of Tetra Vista Town Center and Town Center
Square.
30) Submit a uniform design theme for street furniture items such as trash
receptacles, urns, exterior wall and parking lot light fixtures, bike racks,
etc., for City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building
permits.
31) Plot the location of the proposed storm drain on the Landscape Plan.
Consider relocating the private storm drains away from the Foothill
Boulevard frontage east of this pad on the master plan, CUP 96-20, to
reduce further limitations on the frontage landscaping.
Encfineerincl Division
1) Manholes shall be provided at each junction between public and private
storm drain systems. Provide appropriate easements wherever public
storm drains cross private properly and obtain an encroachment
agreement to place private facilities within public rights-of-way.
2) Elm Avenue driveway shall align with the existing driveway on the west
side of the street.
3) Ddveway accent paving shall be located outside the public right of way.
4) Street tree species and spacing on the east side of Elm Avenue shall
mirror the existing treatment on the west side, to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer.
5) Install a traffic signal at the intersection of Church Street and East Elm
Avenue. Signal plans shall be approved by the City Engineer, security
shall be posted, and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer and City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public
improvements, prior to the issuance of building permits. The signal
shall be operational prior to occupancy.
6) If a lot line adjustment or 2-lot parcel map is processed prior to the
issuance of building permits, the extent of frontage improvements will
be limited to the perimeter of the proposed site plan, as shown.
Otherwise, improvements shall encompass all existing parcel frontages.
Reciprocal access easements shall be provided when the lot lines are
relocated.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER 1996.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
CUP 96-21 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
Page 6
BY:
E. David Barker, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buffer, Secretary
I, Brad Buller. Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
cedify 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 11 th day of December 1996, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: CUP 96-21
SUBJECT: Service Station, Mini-market, and 2 Quick Service Restaurants
APPLICANT: Texaco Refining and Marketing, Inc.
LOCATION: Northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue
ALL OF THE F-O, LL_OW/NG~';CO_ND~TI~ONS AP_PL Y~T,O_Y.O_U_~,PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
Time Limits completion Date
1. Approval shall expire, unless extended by the Planning Commission, if building permits are not /
issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 months from the date of approval.
2. Prior to recordation of the final map or prior to the issuance of building permits when no map is /
involved, written certification from the affected water district that adequate sewer and water
facilities are or will be available to serve the proposed project shall be submitted to the
Department of Community Development. Such letter must have been issued by the water district
within 90 days prior to final map approval in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of
permits in the case of all other residential projects.
B. Site Development
1. 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 Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, and the Terra Vista Community Plan.
2.Pdor to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all Conditions
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division
to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
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4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Appreva~ shall be __/
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for /
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision. or approved
use has commenced. whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code /
all other applicable City Ordinances, and appficable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the
time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and approved I:
by the City Planner and Police Department (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.
8. Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations, and
the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits.
9. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete
or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
10.All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
11. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the propert,/
owner.
C. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances. including air conditionors and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated
with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be
included in building plans.
D. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
2.All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
3. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall, whichever is greater, of the total number of
stalls for use by the handicapped.
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Completion Date
4. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects or more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the required
automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater. After the first
50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are 2.5 percent of the
required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall provide bicycle storage
spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent on the required automobile parking spaces with a minimum of a
3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking spaces required exceed 100.
Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number shall be rounded off to the higher
whole number.
E. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping
in this case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior
final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. A minimum of 20 % of trees planted within the project shall be specimen size trees - 24-inch
box or larger.
3. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for even/three parking
stalls. sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21.
4. 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.
5. All private slopes in 5 feet or less in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope. but less than 2:1
slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
insta[ied by the developer prior to occupancy.
6. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover. In addition, slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. if_ of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in staggered
clusters to soften and van/slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall include a
permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
7. Pmperb/owners are responsible for the continual maintenance of a[I landscaped areas on-site,
as well as contiguous planted areas within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be
kept free from weeds and debris and maintained in healthy and thriving condition, and shall
receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming. Any damaged, dead, diseased. or
decaying plant material shall be replaced within 30 days from the date of damage.
8. The final design of the perimeter parkways. walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be included
in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Division.
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Completion Date
9. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock. specimen size trees, meandering __/
sidewalks (with horizontal change). and intensified landscaping, is required along Foothill
Boulevard.
10. Landscaping and irdgation 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.
11. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment, If located in public maintenance areas. the /
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
12. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
F. Signs
1, The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this approval. /
Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and shall require
separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of any signs.
2. A Uniform Sign Program for this development shall be submitted for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
G. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location
of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
APPLICANTS SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
H. Site Development
1. The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical
Code. Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Code. and all other applicable codes.
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of issuance of relative permits. Please contact
the Building and Safety Division for copies of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
I. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits.
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CornDletion Date
IAPPLICANTSHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
J, Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards.
K, Street Improvements
1. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb & A.C. Side* Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike Other
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail
Foothill Boulevard c X f
Elm Avenue X X X f
Chuch Street X X X e,f
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk shall
be curvilinear per STD. 114. (d) if so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be provided for
this item. (e) install bus bay on south side of Church Street east of Elm Avenue per STD. 119.
(f) Subiect to Special Conditions.
2. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements, prior
to final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in pubtic right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
C. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
d. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
3. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
4. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required.
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Completion Date
5. A permit shall be obtained from Caltrans for any work within the following right-of-way: Foothill
Boulevard .
L. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
2. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan: Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan.
M. Drainage and Flood Control
1. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe measured
from the outer edge of a mature tree trunk.
N. Utilities
1. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
2. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water Distdct (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bemardino. A letter of compliance from
the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits, whichever occurs first.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT, (909) 477-2730,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Mello-Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project.
2. Fire flow requirement shall be 3,500 gallons per minute.
a. A fire flow shall be conducted by the builde~developer and witnessed by fire department
personnel prior to water plan approval.
b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants shall
be conducted by the buildeddeveloper and witnessed by the fire department personnel
after construction and prior to occupancy.
3. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed
and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e., lumber, roofing
materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department personnel.
4. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required hydrants,
if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6" riser with a 4"
and a 2-1/2" outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet this standard. Contact the
Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and model numbers.
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Completion Date
5. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to final /
inspection.
6. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15./__
Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as
woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, ~ammable liquids storage, high piled
stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if sprinkler system is adequate
for proposed operations.
7. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. ___/__
8. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted:
X All roadways. __ __/__
9. Fire department access shall be amended to facilitate emergency apparatus. __ __/__
10. Emergency access, a minimum of 26 feet wide, shall be provided, and maintained free and clear __ __/__
of obstructions at all times, during construction in accordance with Fire District requirements.
11. All trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed a minimum of 14'6" from ground __ __ l__
up so as not to impede fire apparatus.
12. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall __ __/__
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
13. A tenant use letter shall be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety __ __/__
Division for the proper form letter.
14. Plan check fees in the amount of S. 0 have been paid. An additional S. 625 shall be paid:
X Prior to final plan approval / /__
Note: Separate plan check fees for fire protection systems (sprinklers, hood systems,
alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon submittal of plans.
15. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1994 UBC, UFC, / /
UPC, UMC, NEC, and RCFD Standards 22 and 15.
P. Special Permits
1. Special permits may be required, depending on intended use and as noted below: __/ /
a. General Use Permit shall be required for any activity or operation not specifically described __/ /
below, which in the judgement of the Fire Chief is likely to produce conditions hazardous
to life or property.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2900, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Q. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell. /
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings, with /
direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the entire
development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures. !
R. Security Hardware
1. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on arl entrance doors. If windows are within /
40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used.
2. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal gates. __ __/__
or alarmed.
S. Windows
1. Store front windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic.
T. Building Numbering
1.Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibiliW.
2. Developer shall paint roof top numbers on one or more roofs of this development. They shall be
a minimum of three feet in [ength and two feet in width and of contrasting color to background.
The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department.
U. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in
turn save dollars and lives.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAIVIONGA --
STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-02 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -
A request to add regulations prohibiting commercial parties within all residential
zones and property used for residential purposes.
BACKGROUND: "Flyer Parties," where a flyer is distributed advertising a party for which an
admission charge is required, are becoming more common in some communities. These parties
are typically held on residential property and c~n attract several hundred party goers. As a result,
these parties are a nuisance for neighbors and often result in the need for police response to
address noise, trash, parking, fighting, drunken behavior, and property damage. The City Council
recently adopted an Ordinance which allows the City to require the host to pay a civil penalty
associated with two or more police responses to a loud pady or other disturbance within a 24-hour
period.
ANALYSIS: The City Attorney's office has drafted an Ordinance which would prohibit commercial
parties (i.e., admission charged) within all residential zones. The Ordinance defines a "party" as
three or more persons for social, recreational, or amusement purposes. The Ordinance does not
regulate potluck dinners or donations for church carnivals or other political, community service,
charitable, or religious purposes. "Admission charge" would not include customary courtesies,
voluntary sharing of expenses for meals, or gifts by guests.
This item was referred to the City Councirs Public Safety Subcommittee (Curatalo and Gutierrez)
for discussion. After receiving the draft Ordinance, the Subcommittee then referred it to the
Planning Commission and back to the full City Council with their endorsement. The Ordinance is
a pro-active tool that we can use to discourage commercial parties from occurring.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The amendment is exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated
thereunder, pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3).
CORRESPONDENCE: This item has been advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspaper.
ITEM F
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
DCA 96-02 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 11, 1996
Page 2
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the attached
Resolution recommending approval to the City Council.
City Planner
BB:DC:mlg
Attachments: Resolution Recommending Approval
Ordinance '
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF
DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-02, PROHIBITING COMMERCIAL
PARTIES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF.
A. Recitals.
1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga has filed an application for the amendment described
in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Code
Amendment is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 11th day of December 1996, 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 fodh 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 December 11, 1996, including written and oral staff reports, together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located within the City; and
b. The proposed amendments will not have a significant impact on the environment.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set fodh in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan
and will provide for development within the distdct in a manner consistent with the General Plan and
with related development; and
b. The amendment promotes the goals and objectives of the Development Code; and
c. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
d. The subject application is consistent with the objectives the Development Code;
and
e. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
DCA 96-02 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 11, 1996
Page 2
4. This Commission hereby finds that the project has been prepared and reviewed in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines
promulgated thereunder, and further, specifically finds that based upon substantial evidence, it can
be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed amendments will have a
significant effect on the environment and, therefore, the proposed amendments are exempt pursuant
to State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061 (b)(3).
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
lhis Commission hereby recommends approval of Development Code Amendment No. 96-02 as
shown in the Ordinance attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER 1996.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
E. David Barker, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Bullet, 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 11 th day of December 1996, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ORDINANCENO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA ADDING A NEW SECTION 17.02.600 TO THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE PROHIBITING
COMMERCIAL PARTIES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES AND UPON
PROPERTY UTILIZED FOR RESIDENTIAL USES (NONCONFORMING
USE).
A. Recitals.
1. On December 11, 1996, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a duly-noticed public hearing with respect to the above-referenced Development Code
Amendment and, following the conclusion thereof, adopted its Resolution No.
recommending that the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopt said amendment.
2. On , 1996, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted and concluded a duly-noticed public hearing concerning the subject amendment to the
Development Code.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.
B. Ordinance.
The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does ordain as follows:
Section 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in
Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct.
Section 2. The City Council finds and determines that the subject amendment identified
in this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of
1970, as amended, and the guidelines promulgated thereunder pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3)
of Chapter 3 of Division 6 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
Section 3. A new Section 17.02.600 hereby is added to Chapter 17.02 of the Rancho
Cucamonga Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
17.02.600Commercial Parties Prohibited in all Residential Zones and
Prooerty used for Residential Purposes,
A. Purpose and Intent. It is the purpose and intent of the City
Council by the adoption of this section to prohibit parties
conducted in a commercial manner within all residential zones
and upon any property within the City actually utilized for
residential purposes not withstanding the zoning category
thereof (nonconforming uses) in order to preserve the rights of
residents to the quiet enjoyment of their property.
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DCA 96-02 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Page 2
B. Definitions. For purposes of this section, the following words and
phrases shall have the meanings set forth herein:
1. "Admission charge" means a tangible benefit, monetary or
otherwise, which is expressly or implicitly required as a
condition of admittance to a party. Customary courtesies
and clearly noncommercial activity such as gifts by guests
and voluntary sharing of expenses for meals shall not be
considered to be an "admission charge." "Admission
charge" shall not include donations for political, community
service, charitable, or religious purposes.
2. "Party" means three or more persons meeting together for
social, recreational, or amusement purposes.
C. Admission Charge Prohibited. No person or group of persons
shall require, implicitly or expressly, any admission charge to any
party conducted in any residential zone or upon any property
within the City actually utilized for residential purposes
notwithstanding the zoning category thereof (nonconforming
USES).
Section 4.. ' If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this
Ordinance is, for any reason, deemed or held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision
of any court of competent jurisdiction, or preempted by legislative enactment, such decision or
legislation shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City
Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby declares that it would have adopted this
Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word thereof, regardless
of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences. clauses, phrases, or words
might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional or preempted by subsequent
legislation.
Section 5. Penalties for violation of Ordinance.
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, partnership, or corporation to violate any
provision or to fail to comply with any of the requirements of this Ordinance hereby adopted.
Any person, firm, partnership, or corporation violating any provision of this Ordinance or failing
to comply with any of its requirements shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon
conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00),
or by imprisonment not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each and
every person, firm, partnership, or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for
each and every day or any portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of
this Ordinance is committed, continued. or permitted by such person, firm, partnership, or
corporation, and shall be deemed punishable therefor as provided in this Ordinance.
CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO.
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Page 3
Section 6. Civil Remedies Available.
The violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance hereby adopted shall constitute
a nuisance and may be abated by the City through civil process by means of restraining order,
preliminary or permanent injunction, or in any other manner provided by law for the abatement
of such nuisances.
Section 7. The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall cause the
same to be published within fifteen days after its passage at least once in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin, a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Ontario, California, and
circulated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCA/VlONGA --
STAFF ltF, PORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-04 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -
A request to enact regulations for wireless communication facilities.
BACKGROUND: Requests for installation of cellular and personal communication service
antennas and related equipment have increased as telecommunication firms gear up to meet the
increasing public demand for wireless telephones and wireless data transmission. The industry
estimates that the customer base will grow to between 60 and 100 million customers served by as
many as 100,000 wireless communication sites by the end of the decade. Traditional land use
criteria is not adequate to address the unique characteristics of wireless communication facilities.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted rules to the effect that cities may
enact reasonable health, safety, and welfare regulations concerning such antennas and facilities,
but may not flatly prohibit. or in any way discriminate against, such facilities.
ANALYSIS: Wireless communications require a network of sites, each containing antennas,
transmitters, and receivers. The antenna can be mounted on a freestanding monopole ranging
from 60 to 150 feet tall, or it can be "co-located" on a building, signal pole, or utility tower.
The City Attorney's office has drafted an Ordinance consistent with FCC rules. The Ordinance
establishes an order of preference for locating wireless communication facilities ranging from co-
location being most preferred to residential districts being least preferred. Minor wireless
communication facilities~ would be subject to the Minor Development Review process. Major
wireless communication facilities2 would be subject to the Conditional Use Permit process. Major
wireless communication facilities are not permitted within 500 feet of any residence. The
Ordinance requires removal of abandoned wireless communication facilities.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The amendment is exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated
thereunder, pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3).
Minor Wireless Communication Facility is defined as building-, facade-, or wall-mounted,
and does not exceed the height of the parapet wall or roof line. Includes roof-mounted facilities
which are screened on all four sides and do not exceed height limit of the district.
Major WIreless Communication Facility defined as ground- or roof-mounted or mounted in
or on any public property including the public right-of-way.
ITEN G
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
DCA 96-04 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 11, 1996
Page 2
CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspaper.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the attached
Resolution Recommending Approval of Development Code Amendment 96-04 to the City Council.
City Planner
BB:DC/jfs
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Daily Bulletin Article
Exhibit "B" - Information Brochures
Resolution Recommending Approval of DCA 96-04
Draft Ordinance
ellular companies hide antennas in church steeples, ballparks
Moscaritofo, BellAttantic's also has hidden green-paintel
BOSTON -- Look] Up in the regional director of network engi- fiat antennas around the uppe~
everywhere from baflparks to saves us from a blight on the said Roy Moore, the compan~'s
Washington's Mount Vernon There are about 22,000 cellular Findlngloftypfacesandhldidg
~he industry is being forced, Another 100,000 are expected to fun." said Mark Faris, vice pre~i-
frankly due to strict zoning and be needed by the end of this dent for network engineering
"! community concerns, to be more decade to satisfy the demand for operations at Cellular One.
innovative in the way they cam- cellular service. It also lowers the cost to tile
ou~age these towers." said Dun- Depending on the terrain. the companies. and the rent provides
In the scenic coastal town of as little as a mile apart in with buildings to offer, Some
Ipswich. BellAtlantic agreed to densely populated areas to six states are being pressed to lease
build a replica of the damaged miles apart in rural sections. their highway signs to cellular
1859 steeple of the United Moth- Cellular One disguised a 100- operators and even the Postal
inside. The town had turned Vernon, outside Washington, "It's easier for us... and
down the compnny's original D.C. Inside the c~ty, the company ldso hotter for the clmxnxunit)".,''
The lighls above the left field wall at Fenway park in Boston not only serve to light the ballpark but also
af~ used as cefiular telephone transmitter supports. Phone companies anxious to expand their cellular
sqP/i~e without angering communities with unsightly transmission towers are hiding their antennas where
thpy are less Likely to be seen.
PACIFIC BELL Mobile Services
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION
The Evolution of Wireless Communication
Today's rapidly growing wireless communications high power transminer with a service area covering a 50
industry had its genesis in the need to increase mile radius.
public safety. In the 1920's, police departments in
Detroit, Michigan and Tayonne, New Jersey, and the Cellular Technolog3' Evolves
Connecticut State Police were among the first who
sought to use in their patrol cars the technology that had In an effort to use the airwaves more efficiently, AT&T
improved the safety of ocean-going vessels' engineers decided to stretch the limited number of radio
radio/telephone service. frequencies available for mobile services by scattering
multiple low-power transmitters throughout a
But the technology to enable mobile communications metropolitan area, and "handing oft'" calls from
services for public safety agencies was not yet available. wansmirter to uansmitter as customers moved around in
Early radio/telephone systems could be housed on ships their vehicles. This new technique would allow more
w th reasonable ease but were too large and unwieldy for customers access to the system simultaneously, and
cars. Bumpy streets, tall buildings and uneven when more capacity was needed, the area served by
landscapes prevented successful transmission of the each transmitter could be divided again. This was the
radio/telephone signals on land. birth of cellular technology.
Improving Transmission Quality The service was ahead of its time. It took twenty years
to develop sophisticated call "hand-off" technology--
The technological breakthrough came in 1935, when handing off a call from cell to cell as the user drove
Edwin Howard Armstrong unveiled his invention, along--and for the FCC to give tentative approval for
Frequency Modulation (F'M), to improve radio cellular service to proceed. By the early 1970's, the
broadcasting. This technology reduced the required bulk technological pieces of the cellular puzzle had fallen
of radio equipment and improved transmission quality. into place. In 1973, Motorola introduced its
revolutionary new DynaTae mobile phone, a
The United States involvement in World War g created conveniently sized radio telephone set, In 1977, the
an urgent need for FM technology to take the place of FCC authorized two experimental licenses--to AT&T
Amplitude Modulations (AM) technology for higher in Chicago, and to Motorola and American Radio
quality, two -way mobile radio communications on the Telephone Service, Inc. in the Baltimore/Vqashing~on,
battlefield. The strategic value of wireless D.C. corridor.
communications on the battlefield spurred companies
like Motorola, AT&T and General Electfie to focus on Licensing Process Initiated
refining mobile and portable communications.
Motorola's FM Handier Talkie and Wailde Tailde riganed As these systems were put into place, the FCC began to
prominently among the products developed during the consider granting commercial licenses to provide
war~nd carded over into peace time use. cellular service. AT&T championed a single wireline
market, while non-wireline companies argued for a
Exploring the Commercial Potential competitive marketplace.
Like Motorola and others in the communications In May 1981, the FCC announced that there would be
business, AT&T recognized the commemial potential for two licensees in each market-a non wireline company
car-based and portable communications. By 1946, (the so-called "A" side carrier) and a wireline company
AT&T had created "improved Mobile Telephone (the "B" side carrier). Two licenses would serve each of
Service" (ITS), the first mobile radio system to connect the 308 urban areas deemed metropolitan Statistical
with the public telephone network. The company areas (MSA's) and each of the 428 Rural Service Areas
received approval from the Federal Communications (RSA's). MSA's covered 75 percent of the population
Commission (FCC) to operate the first commercial and 20 percent of the land mass, while RSA's covered
public radio/telephone in St, Louis, Missouri, ITS, which °.25 pement of the population and 80 percent of the land
quickly spread to 25 cities. ITS consisted of a single, mass.
A Historical Perspective on the Evolution of Wireless Communication Page 1
PACIFIC BELL Mobile Services
By the time the first commercial license was granted-- The initial auction of broadband PCS licenses
to AT&T in Chicago on October 6, 1983--the FCC commenced on December 5, 1994 and ran through
realized that "competitive hearings" were too slow, and March 13, 1995. It awarded 99 licenses in total and
a new licensing process was needed to be found. It was gamered $7.7 billion in revenue for the United States
taking ten to eighteen months of deliberations and more Treasury. This auction covered the 30 Mhz MTA
than $1 million in costs to award a single license. licenses (A and B blocks). The licenses were granted to
the auction winners on June 23, 1995 and the recipients
The Lottery Approach made their final payments to the FCC on June 30. The
new licensees will have until June 23, 2000 to meet the
On October 18, 1983, the FCC announced in all markets first construction hurdle, one-third of the population in
below the top thirty systems. The Commission then spent its license territory.
the next six years fine tuning the lottery process, and by
1984. at least one city, Washing ton, DC--had two Additional auctions have been held by the FCC for
competing cellular proriders. By 1990, construction other radio-based services, and more auctions will be
permits had been issued for at least one system in every conducted to award broadband PCS licenses, e.g., for
market in the United States. And by the end of 1990, small businesses and for the 10 Mhz licenses.
long before most systems had come on-line, the cellular
subscribers topped five million. Market Potential
Competitive Bidding Subscribership broke the 10 million mark on November
23, 1992, and on February 22, 1995, the industry
In August 1993, Congress authorized the FCC to announced its25thmillionthsubscriber.
disseminate radio specu'um by using competitive bidding
or auctions. This was a marked depatture from earlier By 1999, there will be over 122 million cellular
subscribers in over 125 countries throughout the world.
procedures whichemployedeithercomparativehearings North America's share of cellular subscribers will
or lotteries to place licenses into the hands of the public.
This change in public policy to some of the largest decrease to 33 percent while the Asia-Pacific region will
auctions in business history; certainly unprecedented in replace Western Europe as the second largest regional
market with 31 percent of total world subscribers.
telecommunications. There will be approximately 45.9 million digital cellular
While the FCC adopted auctions, it had to determine the subscribers, representing 27 percent of the world
market structure forthe new broadband PCS indus~y. It cellular subscribers.
chose to offer six licenses in total: three at 30 Mhz and
three at 10 ME, two of the licenses covered MTAs and
four RSAs. Finally, the Commission designated 20 Mhz
for unliccnsed services.
Most of the information in this axxicle is condengd from Bringing information to P~ople: Celebrating Wireless Decade. Published by CTI A, 1993.
Malarkcy-Taylor Associates. Inc./Economic and Management ConSultants Intcrnatiooal, Inc. (MTA/EMCI). World Cellular Matkerr 1994.
A Historical Perspective on the Evolution of Wireless Communication Page 2
PACIFIC [] BELL Mobile Services
OPTIONS PAPER
Permit Review Process
Issue Sfatement: What is the appropriate level of local governmental review for
wireless communications facilities?
Definition · Depending on zoning designations, this process could
result in a high concertwalton of facilities.
As pan of their land use authority, localgovemmentsar¢ · Adequate zoning to accommodate facilities and the need
responsible for reviewing and approving permits for to locate facilities in other areas could be an issue.
wireless communications facilities. Although local
governmentcannotprohibitthesitingofpublicutilities, ' Public concerns would be considered in developing "use
under the police powers they can regulate land uses, by right" zones, but process does not allow for public
including wireless communications facilities, in order to consideration thereafter.
protect public health. safety and welfare. An important
question local governments must address is the level of Instirate a single level, administrative review process
review required for wireless facilities. all wireless communications fadlilies.
· Process is generally shorter. more simplified. and less
Background costly than the discretionary or public hearing process.
Local governments identify two major issues related to the · Requires development of development standards to
siting of wireless communications facilities: visual allow for systematic and uniform review and approval of
impacts. and health and safety concerns. Some wireless applications.
communications facilities and associated equipment may be
considered an obtrusive use. While facility design can · No formal mechanism for public input conccrning
minimize the visual impacts on the surrounding area, the facility siting on case*by-ease basis; public could provide
inherent subjectivity of aesthetic determinations renders input. however, during adoption of standards.
siting a sensitive issue. However, with new and smaller
wiralesstechnologies, and with new ways of integrating · May not prnvidc adequate ~exibility to service
wireless facilities into the design of the community, many providers.
of the visual issues normally associated with wireless Establish a discretionary review process for wireless
technologies may be fully mitigated. With respect to communication facilities applications.
potential health issues, concern has been raised about the
health effects of electromagn¢tic radiation emitted by · AIIowsforconsiderationoffacilitysitingonacase-by-
communication towers, (see Safety Background Paper for a case basis.
discussion of health studies as related to personal
communications services (PCS)). · Public is provided with a formal process for raising
concerns and expressing opinions.
At the same time, the wireless communications industry is
consumer-driven; as the demand for cellular services and · Process is lengthy and potemially more costly to
new technologies such as PCS increases, so does the need applications.
for additional facilities. To efficiently serve consumers, it is
important for proriders to be able to efficiently establish Recommendation
their networks and systems. Institute a two-level review process for wireless
communications facilities that enables administrative
Options and Implications processing of "minor" projects. and a public hearing
process for "major" projects. Minor projects could be
Establish a ministerial permitting process whereby defined as those projects which could be integrated into the
wireless communications fadlilies are allowed by fight
existing community design, and major projects as those
in certain or all zones. projects which have the potential for significant visual
· Ministerial permitting would expedite installation and impacts, or would be a potentially incompatible land use.
development of the wireless communications network.
Optians Paper: Permit Review t~oces~ ~
SeDternber 2C], 1995 G Page
PACIFIC ~ BELL Mobile Services
OPTIONS PAPER
Co-Location
· [ Issue Statement: Shouldproviders be required to "co-locate" wireless communications facilities
on the same site?
Definition Encourage the use of shared towers by simplifying
approval process for co-location_
Technological advances in the wireless communications
industry have resulted in greater consumer accessibility to Co--locating would occur where it makes business and
wireless products and services. The increase in commercial technical sense to do so.
communication towers and roof-mounted antennas is
testament to the Fowing wireless communications market. Service providers have an incentive to co-locate
As the number of wireless telephone subscribers increases. facilities.
so does the need for additional facility capacity and
coverage. The entrance of personal communications Promote clustering or combining multiple facilities in a
services (PCS) into the marketplace will significantly add to relatively small area.
facility requirements. To mitigate the visual impacts of
these facilities, some local governments have consider~l Concentration of facilities may result in significant '
requirements for proriders to "co-locate" lheir facilities. visual impacts.
· Reduces potential for conflicts among service
Background providcrs.
Unlike traditional telephone service, wireless Require providers to co-locate facilities unless the
communications use radio frequencies to transmit calls. applicant demonstrates that existing towers cannot
Whereas telephone lines can be placed underground, acconunodate additional facilities.
wireless communications require antennas to receive and
transmit radio signals. The concenu'ation ofequipmem may be perceived as a
less obtrusive visual impact than dispersed facilities.
As demand for wireless communications grows, and the
industry evolves with different product type~, additional Some proriders may not want to co-locate because
infrastructure is needed. facility placemen! and capacity are indicators of market
Local governments are seeking innovative ways to reduce penetratmn m a given area.
the land use and visual impacts that wireless May result in greater visual impacts as facilities are
communications facilities pose in their communities. Co- loaded with the maximum number of antennas.
location is an attempt to address the visual impact of
wireless communications facilities by clustering multiple May limit ability of providers to expand capacay of
providers in a general area or on a single site. facilities and consequently may indirectly promote
The direct legal implications of co-location are not overdesign of initial facilities.
addressed in federal or state statutes. However, because
wireless communications facilities may require some Reconunendation
discretionary permits. it is within local government
authoyity in granting these permits to set reasonable project Cities should encourage providers to demonstrate a good
requirements, including a condition for co-location. faith effort to share facilities and accommodate other users.
Competitive interests may prevent multiple users from
locating on the same tower or pole. Cities should encourage
Options and Implications "clustering" of facilities (a form of co-location) on the same
property/site where co-locating on the same tower/pole is
Make city-owned infrastracmre available for oo- not feasible.
location by wireless communications proriders.
Cities can generate revenue by leasing space on
existing facilities such as light poles and traffic signals.
It is expected that PCS facilities can be accommodated
by small antennas spaced sufficiently close together and
will be suitable for placement on light poles along
streets. However. not all wireless communications
facilities may be accommodated in this manner.
September20, 1995
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF
DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-04, PERTAINING TO THE
REGULATION OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES, AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF.
A. Recitals.
1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga has filed an application for the amendment described
in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafier in this Resolution, the subject Development Code
Amendment is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 1 lth day of December 1996, 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 lhe 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,
Pad 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 December 11. 1996, including written and oral staff reports, together
with public testimony, lhis Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located within the City; and
b. The proposed amendment will not have a significant impact on the environment.
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 I and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan
and will provide for development. within the district. in a manner consistent with the General Plan
and with related development; and
b. This amendment promote the goals and objectives of the Development Code; and
c. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare or materially injurious to propedies or improvements in the vicinity; and
d. The subject application is consistent with the objectives the Development Code;
and
e. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan.
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December 11, 1996
Page 2
4. This Commission hereby finds that the project has been prepared and reviewed in
compliance with the Califomia Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines
promulgated thereunder, and further, specifically finds that based upon substantial evidence, it can
be seen with cedainty that there is no possibili~' that the proposed amendment will have a significant
effect on the environment and, therefore, the proposed amendment is exempt pursuant to State
CEQA Guidelines. Section 15061 (b) (3).
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby recommends approval of Development'Code Amendment No. 96-04 as
shown in the Ordinance attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER 1996.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
E. David Barker, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
cedify 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 1 lth day of December 1996, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF RANGHO
CUCAMONGAI AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 17.26 THERETO AND
ESTABLISHING REGULATION8 APPLICABLE TO WIRE/E88
COMMUNICATION8 FACILITIES.
A. Recitals.
1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is receiving applications to construct wireless
communication facilities in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Currently, the City lacks
comprehensive regulations and standards applicable to such facilities.
2. Establishing regulations and standards applicable to construction and operation of
wireless communication facilities will serve to reduce the potential for negative impacts on the
community presented by such facilities.
3. Failure to implement wireless communications regulations will likely result in a
substantial number of wireless communications facilities being installed without protective
measures necessary to the public safety or welfare, and without standards necessary to the proper
consideration of applications before the City.
4. The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga has heretofore conducted
and concluded a duly noticed public hearing concerning this Ordinance and has recommended
adoption thereof.
5. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga has heretofore conducted and
concluded a duly noticed public hearing concerning the adoption of this Ordinance.
6. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.
B. Ordinance.
The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby find and ordain as follows:
Section 1: In all respects as set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance.
Section 2: The provisions of this Ordinance set forth herein have been reviewed and
considered by the City Council in accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder and, further, said Council
finds that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that said provisions are therefore
exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to the
provisions of Section 15061 (b)(3) of Division 6 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
Section 3: Title 17 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code hereby is amended by the
addition of a new Chapter 17.26 to read, in words and figures, as follows:
CiTY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO.
DCA 96-04 - CITY OF R.C.
Page 2
Chapter 17.26
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
Sections:
17.26.010 Purpose.
17.26.020 Definitions.
17.26.030 Development criteria for all wireless communications
facilities.
17.26.040 Approval of minor wireless communications facilities.
17.26,050 Approval of major wireless communications facilities.
17.26.060 Height criteria for major wireless communications
facilities.
17.26.070 Conditional use permit required.
17.26,080 Variance.
17.26.090 Revocation.
17.26.100 Abandonment.
17.26.010 Purpose. The purpose of these regulations and guidelines
is to regulate the establishment of wireless communication facilities and
thereby protect the public health, safety, general welfare, and quality of life
in Rancho Cucamonga, while preserving the rights of wireless
communications providers. The Rancho Cucamonga City Council has found
and determined that these regulations and guidelines for wireless
communication facilities are necessar,/to attain these goals. These
regulations are intended to supersede applicable provisions of the Rancho
Cucamonga Development Code pertaining to communication facilities, and
to establish flexible guidelines for the governance of wireless communication
facilities which recognize the unique land use distribution, topography, and
aesthetic characteristics of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Wireless
communications facilities are prohibited in the City of Rancho Cucamonga
except as otherwise provided herein.
17.26.020 Definitions. Unless otherwise stated, the following
definitions pertain to this Ordinance:
"Antenna" means a device used in wireless communications which
radiates and/or receives commercial cellular, personal communication
service, and/or data radio signals. "Antenna" shall not include any satellite
dish antenna or any antenna utilized for amateur radio, citizens band radio,
television, AM/FM, or shortwave radio reception purposes.
"Building-Mounted" means mounted to the side of a building, to the.
facade of a building, or to the side of another structure such as a water tank,
church steeple, freestanding sign, or similar structure, but not to include the
roof of any structure.
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Page 3
"Cellular" means an analog or digital wireless communication
technology that is based on a system of interconnected neighboring cell
sites.
"Co-located" means the locating of wireless communications
equipment from more than one provider on a single wireless communication
facility.
"Ground-Mounted" means mounted to a pole, monopole, tower, or
other freestanding structure specifically constructed for the purpose of
supporting an antenna.
"Major Wireless Communication Facility" means a wireless
communication facility that is ground- or roof-mounted or mounted in or on
any public property including the public right-of-way.
"Minor Wireless Communication Facility" means a wireless
communication facility that is building-, facade-, or wall-mounted and does
not exceed the height of the parapet wall or roof line of the building. A roof-
mounted facility which is screened by a solid material on all four sides and
does not exceed the maximum height of the district shall be considered a
minor wireless communication facility.
"Monopole" means a structure composed of a single spire, pole, or
tower used to support antennas or related equipment.
"Mounted" means attached or supported.
"Personal Communication Service" means digital low-power, high-
frequency commercial wireless radio communication technology that has the
capacity for multiple communications services and the routing of calls to
individuals, regardless of location.
"Roof-Mounted" means mounted above the eave line of a building.
"Stealth Facility" means any communication facility which is designed
to blend into the surrounding environment, typically one that is
architecturally integrated into a building or other concealing structure, and
shall include and mean any concealed antenna.
"Wireless Communication Facility" means a facility consisting of any
commercial antenna, monopole, microwave dish, and/or other retated
equipment necessary to the transmission and/or reception of cellular,
personal communication service, and/or data radio communications, and
which has been granted a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity,
or a Wireless Registration Number by the California Public Utilities
Commission, or otherwise provides wireless communications services to the
public.
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17.26,030 Development criteria for all wireless communication
facilities.
A. Screening and Site Selection Guidelines.
1. Stealth facilities and concealed antennas are preferred.
2. Wireless communications facilities shall be located where
the existing topography, vegetation, buildings, or other structures provide
the greatest amount of screening. Where insufficient screening exists,
applicants shall provide screening satisfactory to the City Planner, or as
otherwise required herein.
3. Ground-mounted wireless communication facilities shall be
located only in close proximity to existing above-ground utilities, such as
electrical tower or utility poles (which are not scheduled for removal or
undergrounding for at least 18 months after the date of application), light
poles, trees of comparable heights, and in areas where they will not detract
from the appearance of the City.
4. Wireless communication facilities shall be located in the
following order of preference:
a. Co-located with other major wireless communication
facilities.
b. On existing structures such as buildings,
communication towers, or utility facilities.
c. On existing signal, power, light, or similar kinds of
poles.
d. In industrial districts.
e. In commercial districts.
f. In residential districts (minorwireless communications
facilities only.
5. Major wireless communication facilities are not permitted
to locate within 500 feet of any residential structure, within any residential
district, or within 500 feet of any existing, legally established major wireless
communication facility except when co-located on the same building,
structure, or wireless facility. Forthe purposes ofthis section, all distances
shall be measured in a straight line without regard to intervening structures,
from the nearest point of the proposed major wireless communication facility
to the nearest property line of any residential land use, or to the nearest
point of another major wireless communication facility.
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B. Development Requirements.
1. As part of the application process, applicants for wireless
communication facilities shall be required to provide written documentation
demonstrating good faith efforts in locating facilities in accordance with the
Site Selection Guidelines (order of preference).
2. Wireless communication facilities shall not bear any signs
or advertising devices other than certification, warning, or other required
seals or legally required signage.
3. All accessory equipment associated with the operation of
the wireless communication facility shall be located within a building,
enclosure, or underground vault that complies with the development
standards of the district in which the accessory equipment is located, subject
to City approval. If the equipment is permitted to be located above ground,
it shall be visually compatible with the surrounding buildings and include
sufficient landscaping to screen the structure from view.
4. Wireless communication facilities shall be subdued colors
and non-reflective materials which blend with surrounding materials and
colors.
5. All screening for building-mounted facilities shall be
compatible with the existing architecture, color, texture, and/or materials of
the building.
6: Monopoles and antennas shall be no greater in diameter
or other cross-sectional dimensions than is necessary for the proper
functioning of the wireless communications facility. The applicant shall
provide documentation satisfactory to the City Planner establishing
compliance with this subsection..
17.26.040 ADoroyal of minor wireless communication facilities Minor
wireless communication facilities shall be subject to approval by the City
Planner pursuant to Section 17.06.020 Minor Development Review
procedures of the Rancho Cucamonga Development Code. In considering
applications for minor wireless communication facilities, the City Planner
shall be guided by both the provisions of Section 17.06,020 and this
Ordinance. However, in the event of any inconsistency in said standards,
the provisions of this Ordinance shall govern. The decision of the City
Planner shall be final unless appealed within 10 calendar days pursuant to
Section 17.020.080 of the Rancho Cucamonga Development Code.
17.26.050 Approval of major wireless communication facilities Major
wireless communication facilities shall be subject to approval by the
Planning Commission. In considering applications for major wireless
communications facilities, the Planning Commission shall be guided by the
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provisions of the Rancho Cucamonga Development Code and this
Ordinance. However, in the event of any inconsistencies in said standards,
the provisions of this Ordinance shall govern. The decision of the Planning
Commission shall be final unless appealed in writing within 10 calendar days
pursuant to Section 17.02.080 of the Rancho Cucamonga Development
Code.
17.26.060 Heioht cdteria for maior wireless communications facilities
No wireless communications facility shall exceed the maximum buifding
height for the applicable district unless the facility is utilized by two or more
wireless communication providers pursuant to a conditional use permit. The
Planning Commission may consider approval of facilities proposed to
exceed the maximum height limit subject to the review and approval of a
conditional use permit application pursuant to Section 17.04.030 of the
Rancho Cucamonga Development Code.
17.26.070 Conditional use permit required. Each major wireless
communication facility for which an application is made during the term of
this Ordinance must first receive final approval of a conditional use permit
in accordance with Section 17.04.030 of the Rancho Cucamonga
Development Code. As a condition of issuance of a conditional use permit
for a facility utilizing the public fight-of-way, an applicant may be required to
enter into a franchise agreement with the City.
17.26,080 Variance. Any person may apply for a variance as to the
requirements set forth herein pursuant to Section 17.04.040 of the Rancho
Cucamonga Development Code.
17.26.090 Revocation. Any approval granted pursuant to this
Ordinance may, after notice and hearing, be terminated for violation of any
provisions of this Ordinance or any other applicable laws, or for fraud or
misrepresentation in the application process.
17.26,100 Abandonment.
A. A wireless communication facility is considered abandoned and
shall be promptly removed as provided herein if it ceases to provide wireless
communication services for 180 or more days. Such removal shall be in
accordance with proper health and safety requirements and all ordinances,
rules, and regulations of the City.
B. A written notice of the determination of abandonment shall be
sent by first class mail, or personally delivered, to the operator of the
wireless communication facility at said operators business address on file
with the City. The operator shall remove all facilities within 30 days of the
date of such notice unless, within 10 business day of the date of said notice,
the operator appeals such determination, in writing. to the Planning
Commission. The City Planner shall schedule a headng on the matter to be
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conducted before the Planning Commission at which time the operator may
present any relevant evidence on the issue of abandonment. The Planning
Commission may affirm, reverse, or modify with or without conditions the
original determination of abandonment and shall make written findings in
support of its decision. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be
final.
C. Any wireless communications facility determined to be
abandoned and not removed within the 30 day period from the date of
notice, or where an appeal has been timely filed, within such time as
prescribed by the Planning Commission following its final determination of
abandonment, shall be in violation of this Ordinance, and the operator of
such facility shall be subject to the penalties prescribed herein. Facilities
determined to be abandoned and not removed within the time limits
prescribed herein hereby are deemed to be a nuisance and, alternative to
the procedure described above, may be abated as a nuisance in any
manner provided by law.
Section 4: Except as provided herein, the provisions of this Ordinance shall preempt and
supersede any and all inconsistent provisions contained in the Rancho Cucamonga Development
Code.
Section 5:
A. All wireless communications facilities for which applications have been approved by the
City and/or building permits have been issued on or prior to the adoption of this Ordinance shall
be exempt from the regulations and guidelines contained herein, unless subsection B applies.
B. All wireless communication facilities for which building permits have expired, and have
not been renewed on or prior to the adoption date of this Ordinance, shall be required to comply
with the regulations and guidelines contained herein.
C. All wireless communication facilities for which submitted applications were determined
complete by the Planning Department on or prior to the adoption date of this Ordinance shall be
exempt from the regulations and guidelines contained herein.
D. All wireless communication facilities for which applications were received by the
Planning Department following the effective date of this Ordinance shall be required to comply with
the regulations and guidelines contained herein.
Section 6: Penalties for violation.
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, partnership, or corporation to violate any provision
or to fail to comply with any of the requirements of this Ordinance hereby adopted. Any person,
firm, partnership, or corporation violating any provision of this Ordinance or failing to comply with
any of its requirements shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof, shall
be punished by a fine not exceeding $1,000. or by imprisonment not exceeding six months, or by
both such fine and imprisonment. Each and every person, firm, partnership, or corporation shall
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be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or any portion thereof during which
any violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance is committed, continued, or permitted by
such person, firm, partnership, or corporation, and shall be deemed punishable therefore as
provided in this Ordinance.
Section 7: Civil remedies available.
The violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance hereby adopted shall constitute a
nuisance and may be abated by the City through civil process by means of restraining order,
preliminary or permanent injunction, or in any other manner provided by law for the abatement of
such nuisances.
Section 8: Severability.
If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance,
is for any reason held to be invalid 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, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be
declared invalid or unconstitutional.
Section 9: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the
same to be published as required by law.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA --
STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Steve Hayes, AICP, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM # 119 - SIGNS AND SERVICES -
A request to amend the Foothill Marketplace Shopping Center Uniform Sign
Program criteria to allow a secondary sign for Sport Chalet, a 36,000 square foot
major tenant, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Interstate 15
and Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 229-031-27 through 44.
AMENDMENT TO UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM # 119 - DEPENDABLE BUSINESS
SERVICES - A request to amend the Foothill Marketplace Shopping Center Uniform
Sign Program criteria to allow a second color (white) for Hollywood Video, an 6,550
square foot intermediate pad tenant, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard
between Interstate 15 and Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 229-031-27 through 44.
BACKGROUND: On May 21, 1992, the Planning Commission approved the Uniform Sign Program
for Foothill Marketplace. The Sign Program established a hierarchy of tenants and corresponding
sign provisions. The Sign Program designates those tenants with over 75,000 square feet ( i.e.
Price Club and Wal-Mart) as "Anchor" tenants and those tenants with 17,000 to 74,999 square feet
as "Major" tenants (example: Sport Chalet). Separate criteria for intermediate tenants (10,000 to
16,999 square feet), pad tenants along Foothill Boulevard (example: Hollywood Video) and in-line
tenants under 10,000 square feet are also included in the approved Uniform Sign Program.
As part of the Regional Related Commercial designation, no sign regulations are put forth by the
Sign Ordinance. The sign cdteria for regional centers is required to be reviewed and approved by
the Planning Commission. Also. any amendments to the Uniform Sign Program are to be reviewed
and approved by the Planning Commission.
ANALYSIS:
A. Part I (Sport Chalet) - The applicant is requesting that an additional permanent wall sign be
allowed to be posted over the secondary entrance to the business for the "Sport Chalet
Divers" business. Sport Chalet has a pool facility inside of their building and offers scuba
diving classes and kayak lessons at hours that may be different from the primary retail
business. For this reason, students of the classes use the secondary entrance east of the
primary entrance and the applicant would like to make it easily identifiable to students where
to enter the building by placing the "Sport Chalet Divers" sign over the secondary entrance.
Please refer to the applicant's letter (see Exhibit "A") for further information regarding the
request.
ITEMS H & I
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM #119
December 11, 1996
Page 2
The approved Foothill Marketplace Uniform Sign Program allows "Major" tenants (i.e. Sport
Chalet) to have a maximum of four signs (combination of wall and monument signs, excluding
the freeway oriented pylon sign). Currently, Sport Chalet is identified by having three wall
signs on the building, a space on the primary entry monument sign at the main vehicular
access at Foothill Boulevard, and a slot on the freeway-oriented pylon sign. Technically,
Sport Chalet already has the maximum number of signs that could be allowed under the
provisions of the approved Sign Program. A wall sign already exists on the north elevation
of the building, the same elevation that the applicant would like to place the "Sport Chalet
Divers" sign (see Exhibit "C"). The current Sign Program allows only one sign per building
face for "Major" tenants.
Within the approved Foothill Marketplace Uniform Sign Program, "Anchor" tenants (Price
Club and WaI-Mart) are allowed to have one secondary wall sign (example: Tire Center,
Lube and Tune Express) on the same wall face as a wall identification sign, subject to review
on a case-by-case basis by the City. These secondary signs are not specifically allowed
outright without any discretionary review and only allowed where ample store frontage is
available and where a secondary entry is provided. The sign (Sport Chalet Divers) proposed
by the applicant could also be considered a secondary sign, for it advertises a specific service
that is provided by the primary business. "Major" tenants, such as Sport Chalet, are not
allowed to have secondary signage under the current Sign Program.
On August 10, 1994, the Planning Commission reviewed a similar request pertaining to
another "Major' tenant within the shopping center; Michaels. Their request was denied by
the Planning Commission. However, their proposal differed from the request proposed by
Sport Chalet in that their secondary signage was specifically to advertise products that were
sold inside the business and Michaels does not have a secondary entrance into their facility.
Staff feels that it would be appropriate in situations such as the one presented to the City by
Sport Chalet that a secondary sign for "Sport Chalet Divers" is warranted and it would be
appropriate to amend the approved Uniform Sign Program to allow one secondary sign for
"Major" tenants subject to discretionary review by the City on a case-by-case basis. Even
with the language incorporated into the Uniform Sign Program regarding the use of secondary
signage for "Major" tenants, the City would still have authority to individually review such
secondary signage for "Major" tenants on a case-by-case basis and approve or deny as
deemed appropriate.
The Planning Commission should be aware that staff has been attempting to work with the
applicant and the owner of the shopping center on further screening of the roof-mounted
mechanical equipment on Sport Chalet and removal of the sports figure graphics that were
painted on the walls of the building. Sport Chalet was given temporary occupancy pending
resolution of the roof screening situation. In the latest conversation on October 31, 1996, the
owner asked staff to consider painting the roof equipment to match the exterior color of the
building. As of the writing of this report, the painting had not yet occurred. In regards to the
painting of the figurines, the Code Enforcement Division notified the Sport Chalet Company
that the figudnes did not conform to the approved Sign Program for the Foothill Marketplace
Shopping Center nor the City's Sign Ordinance. The figurines constitute a form of
advertizing; hence, are defined as signs by the Sign Ordinance.
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM #119
December 11, 1996
Page 3
B. Part II - (Hollywood Videol - The second part of the Sign Program amendment request is
specifically being requested by Hollywood Video, a recently approved pad tenant along
Foothill Boulevard. The applicant is asking that a second letter color (white) be allowed for
all pad tenants within Foothill Marketplace. Currently, red is the only letter color allowed for
pad tenants. Hollywood Video is a nationally registered company and their trademark is the
white Hollywood sign, identical in color, letter style, and format to the famous sign in the
Hollywood hills. The Hollywood portion on the sign is approximately 80 percent of the
proposed sign area.
When the Planning Commission first reviewed the sign criteria for this shopping center, it was
specifically noted that continuity in the signage for pad tenants along Foothill Boulevard would
be essential. Since the developer felt it necessary to allow nationally registered companies
to use their own letter and logo style, the element to ensure this continuity would be letter
color.
Currently, all four of the pad tenants in buildings along Foothill Boulevard have red letters.
Some businesses (example: In N' Out Burger) have nationally recognized Iogos with different
colors consistent with the national trademarks. However, these Iogos comprise a very small
portion of the sign area, typically less than 10 percent. Staff determined that the "Hollywood"
portion of the sign was much too large and was too high of percentage of the sign area to
constitute a logo and that the letter color for the entire sign should be red, consistent with the
approved Sign Program.
It should be noted that Hollywood Video will be the fourth of the six pads to be developed
along the Foothill Boulevard frontage; one more retail pad, similar in size to the Hollywood
Video site, and a service station pad remain undeveloped. Since a majority of the pads along
Foothill Boulevard are already developed and have signs with red letters, a precedent has
been set for a sign with red letters. To alter from that precedent at this stage of development
would be inconsistent with the goals and policies of the Planning Commission. Therefore,
staff feels that in order to ensure consistency in signage for the street scene, given that a
precedent has been established to have red letters be the element of consistency, the
program should not be amended to allow a second color of signage for pad tenants.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the request by
Signs and Services to amend Uniform Sign Program No. 119 regarding secondary signage for
major tenants but deny the request by Dependable Business Services to amend Uniform Sign
Program No. 119 for adding a second possible color of signage for pad tenants along Foothill
Boulevard through minute action.
City Planner
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Letters from Applicants
Exhibit "B" - Site Plan
Exhibit "C" - Sport Chalet Signage Plans
Exhibit "D" - Hollywood Video Signage Plans
Attn: Steve Hayes, AICP
Planning Department
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Drive
P.O. Box 807
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729
RE: Signage for Sport Chalet Divers
Minor Modification to a Planned Sign Program
Site: Sport Chalet at Foothill Marketplace
12449 Foothill Blvd.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
LETTER OF JUSTIFICATION
Dear Mr. Hayes,
We are requesting approval of a single set of interior illuminated
channel letters 18" tall to read "SPORT CHALET DIVERS" with a logo 31" wide
x 38" tall to be placed over the entrance to this business with a pool.
Please reference enclosed Signs & Services Co. Inc. blueprint drawings
#96-0037. (Also. Showing existing signage). Sport Chalet has a retail
business which is running independent hours different from the store with
its own security entrance and exit.
The Sport Chalet Divers runs independent hours from a second security
perimeter entrance and exit. This business offers scuba lessons and kayak
lessons from its facility which includes instruction classroom with audio
visual equipment, a locker room with restrooms and'a pool for in water
instruction and practice.
Since a pool in a retail center is such a unique service, it usually
catches people off guard, but after they are aware the results are
successful. We ask for your support to identify, with a channel letter sign
that will compliment the sign program and the center.
The following itemizes further justifications for our request:
Proposed signage will reflect a sophisticated corporate image and is in
keeping with the overall design theme of Foothill Ranch Marketplace.
Proposed signage demonstrates an intent to identify, not advertise.
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Proposed signage materials relate to the overall Foothill Marketplace site
design as well as the project architecture.
Proposed signage fits comfortably into the designated architectural space
leaving sufficient margins and negative space on all sides. The wall
appears balanced and in scale within the context of the sign space and the
building as a whole. Thickness height and color of the sign is visually
balanced and in proportion to other signs on the building.
Proposed wall sign will be affixed without any visible means of attachment.
This wall sign is directly attached to the lease space for which it refers.
Please approve our request for a minor modification to a Planned Sign
Program.
incerely,
Rick Denman
Applicant
RECEIVED
OCT 15 1996
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Division
October 7, 1996
Planning Department
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10500 Civic Center Dr.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729
Hollywood Entertainment hereby appeals the decision of the City Planner in
reference to the sign permit submitted to Planning on 8/2/96. The permit was
denied on the grounds that the proposed color (white), although a registered
trademark for Hollywood Video, was not listed as an acceptable color choice
in the sign program. The sign program calls for all of the letters to be red.
Hollywood Video chooses to remain consistent with the rest of it's stores and
maintain their corporate identity. Although the sigh program allows for
"intermediate tenants with established logo graphics" to utilize their "custom
colors" it is the Planning staffs interpretation that a logo does not include a
registered trademark name. It is this interpretation that we wish to appeal.
Many national companies trademark their name as their logo (Coca Cola,
Toys R Us and Sawon to name a few). Since the color white is certainly not a
radical departure fxom the centers existing signs (Food 4 Less uses white hi
the "4"), we feel that by utilizing the registered trademark, we would be
maintaining the integrity of the chains corporate identity while staying in
harmony with the intent of the sign program to allow for established graphics.
Sincerely,
s Stout
Agent for Hollywood Entertainment
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: DIRECTOR'S REPORT 96-03 - TEXACO - A request to determine if new sign
regulations should be added to allow signs identifying sub tenants within a primary
business.
BACKGROUND: The applicant, Texaco, recently submitted two Conditional Use Permit
applications for the construction of two servi~.e stations, located at the northeast comer of Foothill
Boulevard and Elm Avenue and at the southwest corner of Base Line Road and Milliken Avenue.
In addition to a mini-market, Texaco intends to feature ddve-thru quick service restaurants (QSRs)
for the two facilities such as Taco Bell, A & W, Del Taco, or Baskin Robins, within the same
structure that contains the mini-market Attached is a copy of the letter from Texaco requesting
additional signs for their sub tenants (Exhibit "A").
ANALYSIS: This section of the report examines whether there is a need to allow sign
identifications for sub tenants that are within a primary business.
A. Current Siqn Codes and ADDlicant'S reouests: The Sign Ordinance allows service stations
to have one wall sign per building face or elevation and up to a maximum of three signs,
which could consist of a combination of wall and monument signs. Texaco requests to
have two sub tenant wall signs, one for each QSR, on the same building elevation as the
pdmary wall sign. In addition to the wall signs, Texaco also requests QSR signs on the two
monument signs, one on each street frontage. Exhibit "C" shows an example of the
proposed primary wall sign and sub tenant wall signs.
B. Past action of the Plannino Commission: The Commission has seen similar cases of
independent uses combine under one roof and previously had similar discussions on the
subject with WaI-Mart and McDonalds, Shell service station and Churchs Fried Chicken,
Smiths Food, and El Pollo Loco and Fosters Freeze. The Commission has consistently
required that those sub tenants must rely on the signage for the primary tenant or modify
the name of the primary tenant to incorporate its sub tenant(s).
C. Market Chanaes: Staff has observed an increase of combination of uses within a pdmary
business or tenant to provide more services for customers. Examples are banking services
within supermarkets such as Albertsons with Wells Fargo Bank and Luckys with Bank of
America. Because ofthis business trend, staff senses that the pressure is building up from
ITEM J
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
DR 96-03 - TEXACO
December 11, 1996
Page 2
the sub tenants to have their signs. The question is whether the City should allow sub
tenants' signs and, if so, what limits should be established. If each sub tenant such as a
liquor store, a dell, a Kodak service, an ATM service, etc., is allowed a sign on the same
building face as the primary business of a supermarket, then the building will be
overcrowded with signs. Staff believes that this approach is inconsistent with the goals of
the Sign Ordinance and General Plan.
D. OPtions: Staffs opinion is that there are other approaches which could address this issue.
One option, which is already in place, is to require the primary tenant to include the sub
tenant's name within their sign. An example is El Pollo Loco and Fosters Freeze. This
option would not necessitate an amendment to the Sign Ordinance. A second option is to
develop criteria to allow sub tenant signs, such as requiring a separate entry, using a
significant percentage of floor area, establishing maximum sign area, etc. This option
would require amending the Sign Ordinance.
RECO MENDATION: Based on the above analysis, staff believes that there is medt in studying
the sub tenants' sign issue and that new cdteria could be established to address them. Therefore,
staff recommends that the Commission direct the applicant to submit a Sign Ordinance amendment
request.
Respectfully submitted,
City Planner
BB:NF/mlg
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Texaco's Letter of Request
Exhibit "B" - Excerpt of Sign Ordinance for Service Stations
Exhibit "C" - Example of Proposed Wall signs
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Ms. Nucy Fong
Ci~ of ~ncho Cucamonga yv/8~oo~e
10500 Civic Center Drive
~cho Cuc~onga, CA 91729
Subject: Ring of Fire
Texaco Refining and Marketing hc. Conditional Use Permits
Numbers 96-26 and 96-27
Dear Ms. Fong
Texaco Refining and Marketing Inc. recently submitted two Conditional Use Permit
Applications for constructing two new facilities at the comers of Foothill & Elm and
Baseline & Milliken within the planned community of Terra Vista, in the City of Rancho
Cucamonga. Texaco would appreciate an explanation as to how the City intends to
address our application's signage plans for the intended multiple use facilities.
As recently discussed with the City and incorporated in the application and submittal
package, the two facilities will feature multiple distinct business operations within a
single structure and facility. Texaco plans to provide the citizens and visitors of the City
of Rancho Cucamonga the option to purchase Texaco fuels for their vehicles, packaged
foods and beverages at the "Star Mart" franchised convenience store and take out food
services from branded quick service restaurants (QSRs).
At the Foothill & Elm location, Texaco proposes to provide two QSR choices. Currently,
we are negotiating franchises with Taco Bell and A&W at this site. For the Baseline &
Milliken site, Texaco is negotiating vdth De! Taco. De! Tace is extremely excited about
the opportunity to operate as an exclusive QSR at this location. Our application has
illustrated these businesses as QSRs on the front elevation adjacent to the Star Mart sign
at the Foothill & Elm site and as Del Taco on two sides of the tower feature at the
Baseline and Milliken site.
At both locations, all facility participants expect their corporate identities to be
represented on exterior faces of the building as well as on other signage which will
identify the facility to potential customers. With the advent of credit card and Debit Card
readers at the fuel dispensers, a majority of those purchasing fuel never enter the building.
Unless these customers have knowledge of the additional facilities within the building,
these businesses will not be able to obtain sufficient sales to sustain operation.
3u:!din~ on a TradZ:oa of
Texaco would appreciate if the City would provide a statement defining signage limits
each entity will be allowed. It is extremely important that Texaco obtains defined City
limitations prior to advancing our applications with the City and to assist in our franchise
negotiations at each location. Signage issues are extremely important to potential QSR
franchises. If this request requires additional or advanced approval by a voting body or
other City entity, please notify me immediately so the process and City requirements are
clearly met.
We are available to discuss this issue with you at any time. I can be reached at (714) 444-
8697. In my absence, please feel free to contact Mr. Jack Ayers at (714) 444-8692.
D. C. Matkins
Manager Special Projects
cc: James O'Malley - Tait & Associates
14.20.100 Permitted Signs - Commercial and Office ZorleS - The following signs may be permitted in the commercial and office zones
subject to the provisions listed:
CLASS SIGN TYPE MAXIMUM NUMBER MAXIMUM SIGN AREA MAXIMUM HEIGHT REMARKS
I 3. Business identification and S its One per vehicular entrance. 12 square feet. Up to 8 feet. e. To diroc~ visitors and emergency vehicles to buildings.
(multiple professional D i r · c t o r y
tenants more than (monument) }}. Sign shall be conveniently located and shall not be
three). 'llqe number and located within the entry throat in a manner which could
ptacament of wall and block access.
directory signs shall be
subject to review by the c. Illumldeted for legibility 24 hours a day.
City Planner
(continued). d. Sign shall locate buildings, driveways, and address of
each building. Firs hydrant or Knox box locations may
also be shown as required by the firs district.
e. Copy shall be e minimum of 1-ldch In heigh and
legible from 20 feet.
4. a. Service Station Wall One per street frontage, 10% of building feca not to' Not above roof line or 20 a. A combination of monument and wall may be used,
Identification and maximum two. exceed f 50 square feet. feet. but not more than a total of 3 signs.
Pdclng and Monument One per street frontage, not 36 square feet. Up to 8 feet. b. The monument sign shall be destgn~d to include the
to exceed e total of two per identification of the station and gasoline prices. No
(j~ station. other price signs are allowed.
b. Special Service Wall or Ground One for each pump island, 2 square feet. If mounted on a walt or Spatial service signs shall be limited to such items as self
Signs not to exceed e totel of four potsofthecanopy, itshall serve, full serve, air, water, cashier, and shall be
~er station. be no higher than 8 feet. nonilluminated.
Ground signs shall not
exceed 6 feet in height.
c. Special Window or Twoberstation. 6squarefeet. A ground sign shall not Special advedlsement shall be limited to advertising
Advedisement Ground exceed 6 feet in height, a spatial sales or services.
window sign shall not
exceed 6 feet in height.
5. Pedestrian Traffic Signs Wall, Window, or One per business. 6 square feet. Not to exceed 12 feet Such sign shall contain only the identification of the
Canopy above finished grade. business for pedestrian traffic.
6. Regional Shopping Upon development of a "regional shopping canter," e conceptual sign program shaft be developed and approved by the Planning Commission with th~ overall approval of
Center the projed. Final details of lhe signs shall be submitted to the City Planner in accordance with the sign permit procedures. The City Planner shall review for consistency
with approved conceptual program.
7. Movie Theaters Upon development of e "movie theater," a conceptual sign program shall be developed and approved by the Planning Commission with the overall approval of the project.
Final detafts of the signs shall be submitted to the City Planner in accordance with the sign permit procedures. The City Planner shall review for consistency with approved
conceptual program.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: DIRECTOR'S REPORT 96-04 - LEWIS DEVELOPMENT CO. - A request to
determine if architectural design guidelines should be developed for a proposed
mixed use center (CUP 96-20) within the Terra Vista Community Plan, located on
the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Elm and Milliken Avenues.
ABSTRACT: The purpose of this report is to have a dialogue between the Commission and the
applicant and to provide direction regarding the architectural design guidelines.
BACKGROUND: The applicant has submitted a Conditional Use Permit application for the
development of a master plan concept (Terra Vista Commons) as they have a tenant for the first
phase of development. The tenant is a Texaco gas station with a mini-market and a ddve-thru for
two Quick Service Restaurants. As recommended by staff, Texaco has submitted a separate
Conditional Use Permit (CUP 96-21 ) application so their development proposal can proceed along
with the master plan. In reviewing the master plan concept, staff has asked for the preparation and
submittal of architectural design guidelines for the site consistent with the requirement of the
Development Code (Exhibit "B"). The City's policy has been to discourage corporate architecture
and to require all pads within a shopping center to be designed consistent with the overall theme
of the center.
ANALYSIS:
A. The applicant has submitted the attached letter (Exhibit "A') explaining the reasons for
their request to not submit design guidelines at this time. In summary, the applicant does
not have other users for the site except Texaco and is currently requesting a waiver of the
architectural design guidelines. They do not know how the shopping center will be
developed and feel that any architectural design guidelines developed at this time may
have to be changed later on. The other three reasons they stated are: 1) the design
standards imposed by the City are too expensive to execute and uneconomical to build,
2) the current retail and commercial environment has resulted in greater competition,
which requires the applicant to respond accordingly, 3) the changing needs of the
tenants require greater flexibility in the design of their projects and buildings and it would
be a waste of time, money, and resources to deal with speculative design guidelines.
ITEM K
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PCDR 9604 - LEWIS DEVELOPMENT CO.
December 11, 1996
Page 2
B. Staff Responses: The Commercial Section of the Development Code requires the
development or approval of any portion of a center to develop a conceptual master plan
which includes such things as, but not limited to, circulation, uniform architectural design,
drainage/grading, landscaping, buffers, and phased improvements. Examples of existing
centers that complied with this requirement are: Terra Vista Town Center, Town Center
Square, Terra Vista Promenade, Foothill Market Place, Thomas Winery Plaza, Foothill
Village, and Haven Village. The goal for this requirement is to provide an integrated
development at the eadiest possible time in the review process. The intent is to
recognize and solve problems before they occur and take advantage of opportunities
while they exist. In reviewing Terra Vista Commons, staff requested architectural design
guidelines to be established for a typical major building and a typical pad building. The
architectural concepts or elevations would show the flavor of the architectural style, which
will be a basis for future review and the review of Texaco's design.
With regard to the other three reasons, they are philosophical in nature and challenge
policy direction. The City has recognized the need to respond to the market and foster
economic development by changing the codes to simplify and shorten the design review
process. The streamlined process allows the City Planner approval authority for building
design within an approved master plan with architectural design guidelines. The users
or tenants that have received this benefit are Old Country Buffet, Officemax, Pad P, and
Romano's Macaroni Gdll. The City will continue to work with any developer to meet their
time line for new development or users and tenants that have time constraints.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes in the advantages of an approved master plan including
architectural design guidelines and recommends that the Commission not waive the requirement.
However, the Commission could consider a flexibility in the timing of the preparation of the
architectural design guidelines by delaying the requirement until the next user or building. With
respect to the remaining issues, staff recommends the Commission have an open dialogue with
the applicant and provide direction to them and staff.
City Planner
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Applicanrs letter
Exhibit "B" - Excerpts of Development Code on Shopping Centers
Lewis Homes Retail
Upland, CA 9178~0670
909/98~0971 F~ ~9/949-6740 NOV ] 8 ]9~
November 13, 1996 ~hOivi8~O Oga
~. Brad Buller
~. Dave Barker
City ofRancho Cucamonga
PIning CoSssion
P.O. Box 807
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729
Dear Planning Commissioners:
I am writing to express our desire to move the Texaco projects forward and the concerns expressed
herein will apply to other projects as well.
Our conditional use permit 96-20-Terra Vista Commons, Lewis Homes has been requested to submit
architectural design guidelines to the City for the development of this entire piece of property. We
have refused to do this for several reasons (stated below) and request you waive this requirement,
approve the Texaco plans and allow this much needed and requested service station to be built as soon
as possible. This action will save both Lewis and the City time and money.
The reasons for our request are practical:
1 .) There are no longer any other users we are tal-king to on this site, therefore, we have
no idea how the site will be developed. Given our lack of'knowledge of the potential
users the development of design guidelines is a shot in the dark and have more than an
eighty percent (80%) of having to be totally revisecl when an actual user steps tbrward
and plans are developed for them. We will be reviewing these new design guidelines
with you then and throwing out the old ones.
2.) Lewis Homes will not commit the mistake again of agreeing to a design like Terra
Vista Town Center or the Square. This design is too expensive to execute, and
therefore, has become uneconomical to build. Best Buys timing requirements made
us agree to this design standard but in retrospect it was a costly error on our part.
3 .) The retail and commercial environments have changed dramatically in just the last two
(2) years if not two (2) months. Ontario and Ontario Mills are stealing Rancho
Cucamonga's tenants and sales dollars. The retail nexus has shifted, there is greater
competition for users on Foothill. We must respond with buildings, designs and
reaction time that is closer to the norm than unique.
ex I XT
4.) Also, tenants are not staying as long as they once did in a space. The rate of change
of retailers both in their product lines, their space requirements and their competitive
locations has increased dramatically. This means we need greater flexibility in our
buildings and projects to meet the changing needs of our customers (our tenants).
Therefore, design should be determined as close to final build out as possible not as
a future planning concept. You retain the ultimate authority on final design whether
you determine it today, tomorrow or next year. Why waste time speculating - save
your time and that ofstaffto deal with "real projects" that will be built.
The Town Center Square is a perfect example. The master plan for that site and the sizes of several
of the buildings Changed dramatically and often over the course of two (2) years. The City expended
a great deal of time and energy working out details of things that were ever built. Lewis spent tens
of thousands of dollars with architects and landscape consultants working and reworking the plans,
designs, etc. Some of this is inescapable, but much of it is avoidable by not trying to pre-design in
such detail.
In planning today, it is good to have a loose general concept for desired projects and uses but the key
to success is flexibility and the capacity to react quickly and decisively to change. Tenants and
developers no longer have the luxury of attending three to five design review and planning commission
meeting, they need specific responses at each step in the process which allow them to react and move
immediately to the next step. If we can't react decisively and quickly some other City and developer
will be taking the tenant and moving quickly to get them open.
Also, since we will have been to design review and technical review on this project November 19th
and 20th, we would like a full review of the Texaco plans on the 1 lth so the development can move
forward.
I look forward to our discussion and resolution of the design issue so we can get Texaco approved
and under construction as well as resolve this issue on other projects. A service station is the most
r~quested use by out Terra Vista residents~.
Sincere , ~ .
~nS~ecg~vereN';~w're°un~c~al Development
Rick Gomez
Randall Lewis
Jerry Bryant
Gary Bauer
Pat Loy
GNH/jrg
Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Sectiofl~. l O. 030
3. ~Iem~orarv Office Modules
a. A m lan for development of pe ent buildings shall be submitted in
conjunction ch request.
b. The design of the office m II have a look of permanence, as much as
practicable. This shal ' reening temporary foundations,
screening utility e ' and stepped roofs to
mitigate the t
c. . .
4. ShQboina Centers. To ensure that the goals and policies of the General Plan are
implemented, a Conditional Use Permit shall be required for shopping centers. In such a
review, the following cdteda shall be considered:
a. The transition from more sensitive land uses and buffering methods to mitigate
commercial activities such as loading, lighting, and trash collection;
b. The canter has been planned as a group of organized uses and structures;
c. The center is designed with one theme, with buildings and landscaping consistent
in design (similar architectural style, similar exterior building materials, and a
coordinated landscaping theme);
d. The center makes provisions for consistent maintenance, reciprocal access, and
reciprocal parking;
e. Vehicle and pedestrian access is coordinated and Iogical&y linked to provide a
comprehensive circulation system; and
f. The development or approval of any portion of a center shall require the
development of a conceptual development plan which shall consider such things as,
but not limited to, circulation, uniform architectural design, drainage/grading, buffers,
phased improvements, and landscaping.
5. ,,,.Car Washes (Neiqhborhood Commercial DistrictS. To ensure that the goals lectives
of neral Plan are implemented, a Conditional Use Permit e required for car
washes wit Neighborhood Commercial District. C es shall comply with the
following criteria:
a. Such business shall be located 0 feet from any residential district.
b. Wash bays and va ' view.
c. An. on-~' . ontrol
17.10-9 3/96
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAiMONGA
MEMORANDUM
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: USE DETERMINATION 96-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request
to determine that Fast Food Restaurants are conditionally permitted in Office
Park, Community Commercial, and Mixed Use (MFC) districts within the Terra
Vista Community Plan.
BACKGROUND: Three Conditional Use Permit applications have been filed recently for Fast
Food Restaurants within the Terra Vista Planned Community. Two of the Fast Food
Restaurants are within Texaco gas stations located at the northeast corner of Foothill
Boulevard and Elm Avenue and the southwest corner of Base Line Road and Milliken Avenue.
The sites are zoned Mixed Use (MFC) Financial/Restaurants/Residential and Office Park,
respectively. The third one is a Carl's Jr. restaurant located within the Terra Vista Promenade
at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Masi Drive and zoned Community
Commercial. In reviewing the applications, staff found that the three mentioned land use
districts of the Community Plan does not include Fast Food Restaurants, which necessitate this
Use Determination.
ANALYSIS: The current Community Plan shows that restaurants with incidental serving of
alcohol and without entertainment or cocktail lounge or bar are permitted in the Community
Commercial, Neighborhood Commercial, Office Park, and Mixed Use (MFC) districts. Fast
Food Restaurants are conditionally permitted in the Neighborhood Commercial but are silent
in the Community Commercial, Office Park and Mixed Use (MFC) districts. A review of the
Community Plan dated April 1990, shows that the Community Commercial and Office Park
districts list "eating and drinking places" as a broad land use category, which include Fast Food
Restaurants. The Mixed Use (MFC) district lists "restaurants," which could be interpreted to
include fast food. Therefore, it is clear that the intent was not to exclude fast food restaurants.
The reason for the change in the description of this land use category is an attempt to provide
internal consistency among the different planning documents such as the Development Code,
the four Specific Plans, and the three Community Plans. This change was part of a streamline
effort to simplify and shorten our review process to improve the way we do business in the City
as directed by City Council. Staff believes that the land use for Fast Food Restaurants was
unintentionally left out, which should be included as a conditionally permitted use in the
Community Commercial, Office Park, and Mixed Use (MFC) districts.
ITEM L
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
UD 96-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 11, 1996
Page 2
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission make the Use
Determination that Fast Food Restaurants are conditionally permitted in the Community
Commercial, Office Park, and Mixed Use (MFC) districts and direct staff to prepare an
amendment to the Community Plan for revision of the document.
Respectfully submitted,
City Planner
BB:NF:mlg
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Excerpts of Current Community Plan
Exhibit "B" - Excerpts of Community Plan dated April 1990
Resolution of Approval
Office and Commercial Development
Standards (f) The development or approval of any portion of a center
shall require the development of a conceptual
GENERAL TO ALL 0FFICE AND COMMERCIAL AREAS: development plan which shall consider such things as,
but not limited to, circulation, uniform architectural
Uses Not Permit;ted Within The Planned COmmunity design, drainage/grading, buffers, phased
improvements and landscaping,
Massage padors
"Adult" entertainment establishment
Uses Permitted in Area~ Desiqnated "CC"
Shoooino Centers The following general categories of uses shall be permitted:
To ensure that the goals and policies of the General Plan and
Community Plan are implemented, a Conditional Use Permit Retail businesses, such as but not limited to:
shall be required for shopping centers. In such a review, the
following criteria shall be considered: Department stores
Showroom/catalogue stores
(a) The transition from more sensitive land uses and Outlet or off-price stores
buffering methods to mitigate commercial activities Variety stores
F" such as loading, lighting, and trash collection; Import stores
Delicatessens
~ Bakeries and other specialty food stores
(b) The center has been planned as a group of
organized uses and structures; Wine and liquor stores (CUP)
Drug stores
(c) The center is designed with one theme, with Clothing stores
buildings and landscaping consistent with design Shoe stores
(similar architectural style, similar exterior building Jewelry stores
materials, and a coordinated landscaping theme); Book stores
Record stores
(d) The center makes provisions for consistent Electronics equipment stores
maintenance, reciprocal access and reciprocal Radio/TV/stereo stores
Photo equipment stores
parking; Furniture stores
(el Vehicle and pedestrian access is coordinated and Wallcoverings stores
logically linked to provide a comprehensive Lighting stores
circulation system; and Pet stores
V - 20
: i Hardware stores
Sporting goods stores Optornetrists
Plant stores Tax preparation service
i l Toy stores Legal or accounting offices
. Gift shops Medical or dental offices
Home improvement centers Administrative offices
· Carpet and flooring stores Employment agencies
I Paint stores Escrow companies
Lighting stores Ban nd other financial institutions (includin drive-thru)
Musical instrument stores
T% ep"%".';i:tho'r":;andaccessor'ess,ores
Auto parts stores Restaurants with entertainment and/or cocktail lounge, bar
Nurseries and garden supply stores
Home appliance stores --
Plumbing supply stores en
limited to: g
Service businesses, (or sales-and-service Movie theaters
/" businesses), including but not limited to: Health clubs and spas
~ Music, dance and martial arts studios
Travel agencies Facilities for the performing arts.
Beauty parlors and barbers Automobile businesses limited to the following:
Printers
Dry cleaners and laundries Service stations and car washes
Photo and art studios or galleries Auto parts stores
Locksmiths
Interior designers Auto sales and services businesses affiliated with a
Landscape architects department store or similar concern ICUP)
Pool and spa installers Community facilities as specified above
Cabinetmakers and other contractors Hotels and motels
Home security analysts
Equipment rental Wholesale businesses
Home appliance repairmen Shopping centers subject to provisions as specified above
Administrative and Professional offices, including but not (CUP}
limited to: Accessory structure and uses necessary or c ·
incidental to the above uses
Real estate brokers
Insurance agent
REVISED Amendment Noe. 3, 5 &
V
Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to Banks and other financial institutions includin drive-thru
be consistent with the spirit and intent of this land use ,-~,,..~ dl|u uLIII~I HIti:lllC~a~ ~nstl~
classification
Uses Permitted in Areas Designated "{;)P" Automobile service stations (CUP)
The following general categories of uses shall be permitted: Community facilities as specified above
Administrative offices Accessory structures and uses necessary or customarily
Professional offices, including but not limited to such incidental to the above uses
professions as: Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to
be consistent with the spirit and intent of this land use
Accounting classification,
Law
Insurance Uses Permitted in Areas Designated "RC"
Architecture The following general categories of uses shall be permitted:
Engineering
Medicine Commercial recreation and entertainment facilities, including
/"' Dentistry but not limited to:
t"-~, Real estate Health clubs, gyms, spas ' '
Financial brokerage Racquetball clubs
Securities brokerage Dance studios
Karate or yoga studios
Institutional and governmental uses Swimming pools
Retail and service businesses serving the needs of office Tennis courts
users, including but not limited to: Batting cages (CUP)
Trampolines (CUP)
Blueprint and photo services Miniature golf (CUP)
Pharmacies Video arcades (CUP)
Printers Bowling alleys
Stationers
Secretarial services Retail and service businesses oriented to active recreation,
including but not limited to:
Commercial recreation facilities compatible with office use, Bicycle rental, repair, and sales
including but not limited to:
Skate rental
Health clubs or gyms Kite shop
Racquetball courts 4 Z/
REVISED Amendment Nos. 3, 5 & 6
V - 22
~ ..,.~ Sports equipment rental
Sportswear sales Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to
Sporting goods store be consistent with the spirit and intent of this land use
Pro shop classification
Uses Permitted in Areas Desianat~d~NC
Eating and drinking establishments, including but not limited
to: "
The following general categories of uses shall be permitted:
Sidewalk cafes
Coffee houses Retail businesses, including but not limited to:
Frozen yogurt or ice cream parlors
Snack bars or kiosks Grocery, stores
Delicatessens
Specialty retail and service businesses, including but not
limited to: Wine and liquor stores (CUP)
Drug stores
m.....,I Art galleries and studios, indoor or outdoor Clothing stores
I L_' Crafts and hobby shops Variety stores
"' /" Flower shops Hardware stores
[] '--"[&"" Health food stores Plant stores
I .... Gift shops Gift shops
ILL' Service businesses, including but not limited to:
I,.,,,.,[ Public or private facilities for the performing arts, indoor or
outdoor, including but not limited to:
Beauty parlors and barbers
· .-,...l Little theater Printers
I_,~' Amphitheater Dry cleaners and laundries
Outdoor assembly or performing arts area Travel agencies
I _ ,...~ Locksmiths
I...7_ Grocery stores, general, convenience, and/or specialty (CUP) Pharmacies
I._,..j Community facilities as specified above dmini trative and Professional offices
I... Shopping centers subject to provisions as specified above and wine but without a cocktail lounge, bar, entertainment
I .._,.,[ (CUP) or dancing
I ...,~ incidental to the above uses
LT.
I._ .,,~ VISED Amendment Noe. 3, 5 & 6 ,
t
Banks and other financial institutions (including drive-thru) Banks and other financial institutions (including drive-thru) i~-[]
Commercial recreation facilities, including but not limited to Service businesses
health clubs and studios (CUP)
Automobile service stations (CUP) Institutional and governmental uses
Convenience markets (CUP) Automobile service stations
Wine and liquor stores (CUP) Commercial recreation and entertainment facilities
Community facilities as specified above, including institutional Community facilities as specified above
and governmental uses
Accessory structures and uses necessary or customarily
Shopping centers subject to provisions as specified above incidental to the above I
(CUP) it'.. ·
Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to
Accessory structures and uses necessary or customarily be consistent with the Spirit and intent of this land use !
incidental to the above uses classification
/"' Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to
~ be consistent with the spirit and intent of this land use Uses Permitted in Areas Desionated "MHO"
classification
The following general categories of uses shall be permitted:
Uses Permitted in Areas Desi~nated "MFC" "
Residential uses as permitted in High Density and Medium
"1
The following general categories of uses shall be permitted: High Density residential areas
Residential uses as permitted in High Density and Medium Hospitals, clinics, and other medical uses I""ll
'1
High Density residential areas ,. '
Medical offices
Retail businesses
Other uses accessory or related to the above, including but "'1
not limited to: -.
nd professional offices I''"''111
Restaurants with incidental serving of beer and wine but Retail businesses "'~1
without a cocktail lounge, bar, entertainment or dancing. Administrative and professional offices
REVISED Amendment Nos, 3, 5 & 8
V-24 "1
Service businesses
Securities brokerage
mm .~,.! ~s __-----_ Interior design
Restaurants with incidental serving of beer and wine but Institutional and governmental uses
users, including but not limited to:
'-..-,~ Community facilities as specified above
I Z Accessory structures and uses necessary or customarily
I~.':...~ incidental to the above
I.__:' Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to
be consistent with the spirit and intent of this land use
[] --'..'[ classification
l_.;' Uses P, rmitted i. ,usiness Park Ov r,ey Zon,.
I._,..,i
.._,, In addition to the uses permitted by the base zone, the
/'"" following general categories of uses shall be permitted in the
I~.,..:1oq_ Business Park Overlay Zone:
I.L' Administrative offices
I I,_..J Professional offices, including but not limited. to such
I, .." professions as:
Accounting
I1_....1 Law
I1_ .,.;~ Insurance
Architecture
Medicine
I I_J Optometry
I I _..:l Osteopathy
I1_..:
Real estate
II __l Fscrow ' '
I I_J 25
Printers service, telephone sales, luggage sales, pet grooming and
Stationers supplies, opticians, medical supply sales and rentals,
Secretarial services electrical, electronic, data processing, and I
Office supplies and equipment telecommunications sales and service, audio/video sales and
Office machine sales and service service, furniture sales, apparel shops, and similar
Messenger and postal services businesses.
Commercial recreation facilities compatible with office use, Convenience retail and service businesses such as food and [""~
including but not limited to: beverage sales, newsstands, bookstores, barber and beauty
shops, cleaners, travel bureaus, photo developing, tuxedo -
Health clubs or gyms (CUP) rental, bicycle sales and repair, locksmiths, ticket sales, etc.
Racquetball courts (CUP)
Community facilities as specified above I
Banks and other financial institutions Accessory structures and uses necessary or customerily IT" []
incidental to the above uses
Other uses which are found by the Planning Commission to I""' []
Automobile service stations (CUP) '-
/,_ be consistent with the spirit and intent of this land use I
classification
---9 Retail studios, stores, and associated workshops for the IT':"'[]
purpose of sales, office, showroom, and design with Parking requirements for Business Parks shall be the same as "I
workshop for custom-made samples of products for display for office parks, unless otherwise approved by the Planning -
only in the showroom for the following types of art and craft Commission.
items: jewelry, picture frames, quilts, ceramics, potteries,
and specialty gift items. Custom-made consumer goods ~ite Develoement Standards for Office and Commercial U~;es '' I
within studios, stores, and associated workshops may be
allowed, provided that the workshop areas for custom-made Building site area, site width, and site depth: No minimum
consumer goods are ancillary to the studios or stores and do subject to Development Review Process.
not exceed 35 percent of the leased floor area, and subject
to City Planner approval. Building site coverage: No maximum.
Building setbacks: As indicated in Table V-5.
Retail and service businesses serving the needs of residential Parking setbacks: As indicated in Table V-5.
users, including but not limited to the following, and subject Wall setbacks: As indicated in Table V-5. '
to the approval of the City Planner: Interior design office with Building height:
showroom, catering establishments, contractors (excluding
contractors' yards), beauty supply stores, fabric stores, shoe For areas designated "NC": 40 feet maximum.
repair shops, antique dealers, security device sales and For other areas: No maximum. ....
REVISED An~ndn~nt Noe. 3, 5 & 6 Building separation: As permitted b the Uniform B '~t~ing7 ~'""
v- 26 Code. / 7' "'
; '[I
Office and Commercial Development
Standards
(f) The development or approval of any portion
GENERAL TO ALL OFFICE AND COMMERCIAL AREAS: of a center shall require the development of a
conceptual development plan which shall
Uses Not Permitted Within The Planned Community consider such things as, but not limited to,
Massage parlors circulation, uniform architectural design'
drainage/grading, buffers, phased
"Adult" movie theaters
"Adult" book stores improvements and landscaping.
Shoppinq Centers Uses Permitted in Areas Desiqnated "CC"
To ensure that the goals and policies of the General The following general categories of uses shall be
Plan and Community Plan are implemented, a permitted:
Conditional Use Permit shall be required for shopping
centers. In such a review, the following criteria shall Retail businesses, such as but not limited to:
be considered:
Department stores
(a) The transition from more sensitive land uses Showroom/catalogue stores
~ and buffering methods to mitigate commercial Outlet or off-price stores
----- activities such as loading, lighting, and trash Variety stores
~ collection; import stores
Grocery stores
(hi The center has been planned as a group of Delicatessens
organized uses and structures; Bakeries and other specialty food stores
Wine and liquor stores
(c) The center is designed with one theme, with Drug stores
buildings and landscaping consistent with Clothing stores
design (similar architectural style, similar Shoe stores
exterior building materials, and a coordinated Jewelry stores
landscaping theme); Book stores
Record stores
(d) The center makes provisions for consistent Electronics equipment stores
maintenance, reciprocal access and reciprocal Radio/TV/stereo stores
parking; Photo equipment stores
Furniture stores
(e) Vehicle and pedestrian access is coordinated Wallcoverings slores
and logically linked to provide a Lighting stores
comprehensive circulation system; and Pet stores
V-20
Hardware stores Optometrists
Sporting goods stores Tax preparation service
Plant stores LecJal or accounting offices
Toy stores Medical or dental offices
Gift shops Administrative offices
Home improvement centers Employment agencies
Carpet and flooring stores Escrow companies
Paint stores
Lighting stores Banks and other financial institutions
Musical instrument stores '~
Home furnishings and accessories stores
Telephone stores
Auto parts stores Commercial recreation and entertainment, including
Nurseries and garden supply stores but not limited to:
Itome appliance stores
Plumbing supply stores Movie theaters
Health clubs and spas
Service businesses, Ior sales-and-service Music or dance studios
businesses), including but not limited to: Facilities for the performing arts
Travel agencies Automobile businesses limited to the following:
Beauty parlors and barbers
Printers Service stations and car washes (CUP)
Dry cleaners and laundries Auto parts stores
Photo and art studios or galleries
Locksmiths Auto sales and services businesses affiliated with
Interior designers a department store or similar concern [CUP)
Landscape architects
Pool and spa installers Community facilities as spec.ified above
Cabinetmakers and other contractors
Home security analysts Hotels and motels (CUP)
Equipment rental
Home appliance repairmen Wholesale businesses ( CUP )
Administrative and professional offices, including but Shopping centers subject to provisions as specified
not limited to: above (CUP)
Real estate bl'okers Accessory structure and uses necessary or
Insurance agent customarily incidental to the above uses
REVISED Amondmom No. 3.~a~6(~
Other uses which are found by the Planning Banks and other financial institutions
Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
of this land use classification ~
Uses Permitted in Areas Desiqnated "OP" Automobile service stations {CUP)
The following general categories of uses shall be Community facilities as specified above
permitted:
Accessory structures and uses necessary or
Administrative offices customarily incidental to the above uses
Professional offices, including but not limited to such Other uses which are found by the Planning
professions as: Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
Accounting of this land use classification.
Law Uses Permitted in Areas Desiqnated "RC"
""' Insurance
~' Architecture The following general categories of uses shall be
Engineering permitted:
Medicine
Dentistry Commercial recreation and entertainment facilities,
Real estate
Financial brokerage including but not limited to:
Securities brokerage Health clubs, gyms, spas
Racquetball clubs
Institutional and governmental uses Dance studios
Karate or yoga studios
Retail and service businesses serving the needs of Swimming pools
office users, including but not limited to: Tennis courts
Batting cages (CUP)
Printers Trampolines ( CUP )
Stationers Miniature golf (CUP)
Secretarial services Video arcades (CUP)
Bowling alleys
Commercial recreation facilities compatible with office
use, including but not limited to: Retail and service businesses oriented to active
recreation, including but not limited to:
Health clubs or gyms (CUP)
Racquetball courts (CUP Bicycle rental, repair, and sales
~2
Skate rental Accessory structures and uses necessary or
Kite shop customarily incidental to the above uses
Sports equipment rental
Sportswear sales Other uses' which are found by the Planning
Sporting goods store Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
Pro shop of this land use classification
Eating and drinking establishments, including but not Uses Permitted in Areas Desiqnated "NC"
limited to:
The following general categories of uses shall be
Sidewalk cares permitted:
Coffee houses
Frozen yogurt or ice cream parlors Retail businesses, including but not limited to:
Snack bars or kiosks
Grocery stores
Specialty retail and service businesses, including but Delicatessens
not limited to: Bakeries and other specialty food stores
Wine and liquor stores
Art galleries and studios, indoor or outdoor Drug stores
Crafts and hobby shops Clothing stores
Flower shops Variety stores
14ealth food stores Hardware stores
Gift shops Plant stores
Gift shops
Public or private facilities for the performing arts,
indoor or outdoor, including but not limited to: Service businesses, including but not limited to:
Little theater Beauty parlors and barbers
Amphitheater Printers
Outdoor assembly or performing arts area Dry cleaners and laundries
Travel agencies
Grocery stores, general, convenien~:e, and/or Locksmiths
specialty (CUP)
Administrati e al:l~t-l~fessb~na~ 'ces
Restaurants (other than fast food}, including serving
Shopping centers subject to provisions as specified of beer and w~ne but without a cocktad lounge, bar,
above (CUP} ' '
REVISEO Amondment~o. 3.5 &Z'~66
V - 23
Administrative and professional offices
Commercial recreation facilities, including but not Service businesses
limited to health clubs and studios (CUP)
Automobile service stations ( CUP ) institutional and governmental uses
onvenience markets (~1 Ip Automobile service stations
Commercial recreation and entertainment facilities
Wine and liquor stores (CUP) Community facilities as specified above
Accessory structures and uses necessary or
Restaurants with entertainment and/or serving of customarily incidental to t. he above
alcoholic beverages
Other uses which are found by the Planning
~-- Community facilities as specified above, including Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent.
,.~ institutional and governmental uses
,,~ of this land use classification
Shopping centers subiect to provisions as specified Uses Permitted in Areas Desi.qnated "MHO-
above (CUP)
' The following general categories of uses shall be
Accessory structures and uses necessary or permitted:
customarily incidental to the above uses
Residential uses as permitted in High Density and
Other uses which are found by the Plannin9 Medium High Density residential areas
Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
of this land use classification Hospitals, clinics, and other medical uses
Uses Permitted in Areas Desiqnated 'MFC" Medical offices
The following general categories of uses shall be Other uses accessory or related to the above including
permitted:
but not. limited to:
Residential uses as permitted in High Density and Retail businesses
Medium High Density residential areas
Retail businesses Administrative and professional offices
Service I}usinesses Accessory structures and uses necessary or
customarily incidental to the above
Restaurants
Other uses which are found by the Planning
Commercial recreation and entertainment facilities Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
of this land use classification
Community facilities as specified above
Uses Permitted in Business Park Overlay Zone
Accessory structures and uses necessary or
customarily incidental to the above In addition to the uses permitted by the base zone,
the following general categories of uses shall be
Other uses which are found by the Planning permitted in tile Business Park Overlay Zone:
Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
of this land use classification Administrative offices
Uses Permitted in Areas Desiqnated "MOC" ProfesSional offices, including but not limited to such
professions as:
The following general categories of uses shall be
permitted: Accounting
Law
Residential uses as permitted in High Density. Medium Income tax
14igh Density, and Medium Density residential areas Insurance
Architacture
Hospitals, clinics, and medical offices Engineering
Medicine
Retail a.n_d._.~[.v_.ic~. bu__sines.ses ~ Optometry
· Podlarry
Ad '~istrative and professional offices Chiropractic
Osteopathy
Restaurants ~' Dentistry
Real estate
Escrow
'Financial brokerage
Automotive sales and service businesses Securities brokerage
Interior design
Automotive service stations and car wash'es
Institutional and governmental uses
CommtH~ity facilities as specified above
Retail and service businesses serving the needs of
office users, including but not limited to:
V-25
Printers
Stationers supply sales and rentals. electrical. electronic. data
processing. and telecommunications sales and service.
Secretarial services audio/video sales and service. furniture sales. apparel
Office supplies and equil~ment shops. and similar businesses.
Office machine sales and service
Messenger and postal services Convenience retail and service businesses such as
food and beverage sales. newsstands. bookstores.
Commercial recreation facilities compatible with office barber and beauty shops, cleaners. travel bureaus.
use. including but not li,nited to: photo developing. tuxedo rental, bicycle sales and
Health dubs or gyms (CUP) repair. locksmiths. ticket sales. etc.
Racquetball courts ICUP} Community facilities as specified above
Banks and other financial institutions Accessory structures and necessary or
in customarily incidental to the above uses
Other uses which are found by the Plannin9
Automobile service stations {CUP) Commission to be consistent with the spirit and intent
Retail studios, stores, and associated workshops for of this land use classification
the purpose of sales, office, showroom, and design Parking requirements for Business Parks shall be the
with workshop for custom-made samples of products same as for office parks, unless otherwise approved
for display only in the showroom for the following by the Planning Commission.
types of art and craft items: jewelry, picture frames,
quilts, ceramics, potteries, and specialty gift items. Site Development Standards for Office and Commercial
Custom-made consumer goods within studios, stores, Uses
and associated workshops may be allowed, provided
that the workshop areas for custom-made consumer Building site area, site width, and site depth: No
goods are ancillary to the studios or stores and do not minimum subject to Development Review Process.
exceed 35 percent of the leased floor area, and
subject to City Planner approval. Building site coverage: No maximum,
Building setbacks: As indicated in Table V-5.
Retail and service businesses serving the needs of Parking setbacks: As indicated in Table V-5.
residential users, including but not limited to the Wall setbacks: As indicated in Table V-5.
following, and subject to the approval of the City Building height:
Planner: Interior design office with showroom,
catering establishments, contractors (excluding For areas designated "NC": 110 feet maximum.
contractors' yards), beauty supply stores, fabric For other areas: No maximum.
stores, shoe repair shops, anticlue dealers, security
device salesand service, telephone sales, luggage Building separation: As permitted by the Uniform
sales, pet groolning and supplies, opticians, medical Building Code,
ED Anlerldmenl No 3, 5 & 6 .~T~'z
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING USE
DETERMINATION NO. 96-03, DETERMINING THAT FAST FOOD
RESTAURANTS WITH DRIVE-THRUS ARE CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED
IN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL, OFFICE PARK, AND MIXED USE
(MFC) DISTRICTS, WITHIN THE TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN. AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF
A. Recitals.
1. The City has filed an application for a Use Determination as described in the title of this
Resolution. Hereinafier in this Resolution, the subject Use Determination request is referred to as
"the application."
2. On the 1 lth day of December 1996, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga held a meeting to consider the application.
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 substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting on December 11, 1996, including wdtten and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The use in question is of a similar intensity to other permitted or conditionally
permitted uses in the same districts.
b. The use in question meets the purpose and the intent of the district in which it Is
proposed.
c. The use in question meets and conforms to the applicable goals and objectives of
the General Plan.
3. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, and 2 above, this
Commission hereby approves the Use Determination to include Fast Food Restaurants with
drive-thrus as a conditionally permitted use in the Community Commercial, Office Park and Mixed
Use (MFC) districts.
4. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.
UD 96-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 11, 1996
Page 2
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER 1996.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
E. David Barker, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Buller, Secretary
I, Brad Buller, Secretan/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 1 lth day of December 1996, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA '
STAFF I F, PORT
DATE: December 11, 1996
TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner
BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: MILLER FAMILY & ASSOCIATES - A request to consider initiation of text changes
to the Industrial Area Specific Plan to add Funeral and Crematory Services as a
conditionally permitted use in Subarea 8.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS: Miller Family & Associates desires to open a mortuary within Subarea
8 on the south side of Arrow Route, east of Haven Avenue (see Exhibit "D"). They are requesting
that the Planning Commission initiate an amendment to the Industrial Area Specific Plan to allow
mortuaries as a conditionally permitted use.
Mortuaries are classified as "Funeral and Crematory Services" by the Industrial Area Specific Plan:
Funeral and Crematorv Services: Activities typically include. but are not limited to
services involving the care, preparation, and disposition of human dead other than in
cemeteries. Uses typically include, but are not limited to: funeral homes,
crematories, and mausoleums.
Funeral and Crematory Services are currently a conditionally permitted use within Subareas 4, 6,
and 16 (see Exhibit "B") which is essentially along Archibald Avenue and Haven Avenue. Subarea
8 lies generally along Arrow Route and is intended for General Industrial activities and to assure
for a transition from the Heavy Industrial zone to the south (see Exhibit "E").
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission initiate the amendment
upon receipt of an application for Specific Plan Amendment and payment of application fees.
City Planner
BB:DC:gs
Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Letter from Applicant
Exhibit "B" - Subarea Map
Exhibit "C" - Industrial Area Specific Plan Land Use Table
Exhibit "D" - Location Map
Exhibit "E" - Subarea 8 Regulations
/
ITEM M
November 26, 1996
· o
Chairman and Planning Commission
City OfRancho Cucamonga ~O'~o°~°~°
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancbo Cucamonga, CA 9,730
t
Subject: Funeral and Crematory Use Within Subarea Eight
Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission:
Miller Family & Associates is interested in establishing the city's first mortuary. We propose a 10,000
square foot mortuary on a 1.6 acre site on Arrow Route east of Haven Avenue. This location is
within Subarea Eight of the Industrial Specific Plan, which does not currently reference funeral and
crematory services.
The primary concern with mortuary activities is typically related to funeral processions and the
potential impedance of traffic flow. Not all services are held at the mortuary, and less than 30% of
the families served will actually require a funeral procession. Further, these services are normally held
between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, thus avoiding peak commuting areas. The use of traffic control
escorts and secondary routes to access the freeways will sufficiently avoid any traffic conflicts. Any
other concerns regarding the day to day operations of the mortuary can be addressed through the
regulation by the Funeral Directors and Embalmers Law, found in the California Health and Safety
Code.
In the past year, there were 500 deaths in Rancho Cucamonga. As there are no mortuaries in the city,
local citizens must drive to Upland or Ontario to obtain these basic services. The neighboring
mortuaries, without exception, are all owned by large, out of state funeral conglomerates. We intend
to be the only local, family owned and operated mortuary in the greater Rancho Cucamonga area.
Mortuaries provide a basic service, integral to the daily function of any community, and are
traditionally centrally located. This site, just east of Haven Avenue, which is serviced by an off ramp
of Interstate 10, is ideal for our purposes as it provides a visible, easily accessible location not only to
the citizens of the community, but their relatives and other visitors unfamiliar with the area.
We ask the Planning Commission's support in amending Subarea Eight of the Industrial Specific Plan
by allowing funeral and crematory services within this area. We wish to emphasize that this action
will not initiate a proliferation of funeral homes within the area, as the population of most cities is not
large enough to sustain more than one mortuary. This is evidenced by the many neighboring
communities that have only one mortuary, if at all.
We look forward to making our professional services available to the community. If you should have
any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (909) 737-3244.
Sincerely,
Christopher B. Miller
Miller Family & Assoc~%es
INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN
TABLE II1-1
CitydRanchocucamon~a SUMMARY OF LAND USE TYPES BY SUBAREA
~MANUFACTURING
Custo~ P P P P P P ~ P P P P P P P P P
Light P P P P P P: P P P P P P P P P
Medium C C C P C P P P P P~P
Hea~
Minimum Impact Hea~ P
OFFICE PROFESSIONAL, DESIGN & RESEARCH
Administrative &Office P P P P P P~P C P iC C~ P P
Professiona~esign Se~ices P P P P P P P C P JC C~ P P
Research Se~ices P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
WHOLESALE, STORAGE & DISTRIBUTION
Public Storage C C P ~ C P C C C C P
~ght P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Medium ~C P P~C P P P P P P P P
Hea~ C P C P
MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITIES
Collection Facilities P P P P P P P P P P P P
Priessing Facilities C C C C C C C C
Scrap Operation C
CIVIC
Administrative Civic Se~ices P P P P P~P P P P ~P P P P~
Convention Centers C C C
Cultura~ P C c P C
Day Care Facili~ C C C C C C C C,C C C C C C C C
~ensive Impact Utili~ Facilities C C C C C C
Fio~Control~tili~Cor~dor P P P P P P P P P P P P P~ P P PiP P
Pubiic A~embly C C C C C C C C C~ C ~ ~C C
Public Safer& U~li~Se~ices c c c~c c c c c. c C C C C~ c c~c c
Religious A~embly C C ~c c C C C C C I C C ~c c
Sch~s ~C C C}C C C C C C C C C~ C C C C
IOTES:
IP - Industfi~ Pa~ P - Pe~i~ Use
HO - Haven Avenue ~eday Dist~ct C - ~ndi~onaily Pe~i~ Use
GI -General Industfi~ ~ - Non-ma~ Us~ not Pe~i~
MI~I * Minimum Impact Hea~ Indus~ A * Adult Entertainment Zoning Petit R~uir~
MU/OS - Mixed Use / Open Space
This is an except from the Industrial Area Specific Plan (ISP). Please refer to Table 111-2 of the ISP for a complete description
of the land use definitions If you need help in determining the land use ~pe of a business please contact the Planning
TABLE II1-1 (Continued)
use ::::,,::
COMMERCIAL
~dult Ente~ainment A ~ AAA A A~ AAA~ A
Agricultural/Nurse~ Supplies & Se~ices p p P p p p p p
Animal Care c C C c C C C C
Automotive Fleet Storage c C C C P C C P
Automotive Rental P P P p ~ p p p p p
Automotive/UghtTmckRepair-Minor P~P P P P p p p p
Automotive~ck Repair-Ma~or P C P~ P P P C JC C
Automotive Sales and Leasing C C C
Automotive Se~ice Coud P P P P C P P P P
Automotive SenEca Station c C c C C c c C c c C c
Building Contractor's Office & Yards P P P
Building Contra~or's Storage Yard p p
Building Maintenance Se~ices P p P P p p p p pip pip
Building & Light Equipment Supplies & Sales P C P C C P P C P C I C P
Business Suppiy Retail & Seaices P P P P P P P p p p : p p , p
9usinessSuppo~Se~ices P P C P P C P P P C, P P P P P P
~ommuni~tion Se~ices P P P P P p p p ip p p p p p p p
Convenience Sales & Se~ices c'C c~ P P ~c c C c c C
Entertainment c c c c c c c c
E~ensive Impact Commerciai c c c c
Fast Fo~ Sales C C C C C C C
Financial, Insurance & ReaJ Estate Seaices P P P P P P P C P JC C P P
Fo~ &Beverage SaJes C C C C C C C, C C C
Hea~ EquipmentSales &Rentals C C C C C, P J C C C C P
HotelMotel p p p p p
Ind~rWholesale/Retail Commercial C C I c C C C C;
Laund~ Se~ices p p p p
Medical~ealth Care Seaices P P I P P P P ' P P P P P p
Personal Se~ices C C P P P P P C P P P
Petroleum Produc~ Storage : C c C C C C
Recreation FaciJ~ies C C C C C C C P C C P p p
Repair Se~ices P P C P P P P P P i P P C
R~taurants p p p p i p p p p
Restaurants with Bar or Ente~inment C C C C i C C C C
Special~ Building Supp[ies& Home Improvement P
IP ~ndust~ Pa~ P - Pertained Use
HO Haven Avenue ~e~ay Distdct C * Conditionally Pertained Use
GI General Indus~al ~ - Non-marked Uses Not Periled
Ml~l Minimum Impact He~W Indus~ A - A~ult Ente~inment Zoning Permit Required
HI Hea~ Industd~
MU/OS Mixed Use / Open Space
Thisis an except from th~ Industrial Area Specific Plan (ISP), Please refer to Table 111-2 of the ISP for a complete desc~ption
of the land use definitions If you need help ~n determining the land use ~pe of a bus~ness, please contact the Planning
ISP Page 1II-SA ~ 6/22/95
Kor. b. w. I/~ , 5ec. I~', T. I S., R T W. , S. B. B. EI M. Roncho CucamOnga City
Tax Role Area
15051
~ ,?~ - ARROW- sEc
1~'~~o e ,.... ,.- ~,~.,,~-,.
Par. 3 Par. 6 Pal. 7 ,~ ~ ~ Par. 9 ~ ~ , ,e
P~cel Mop No. 10~8,~M. 116/~7-4B ~orcel Map No. ~B~O ~ M. 14BIIB-20 BEVD ~/3~/9~ :c
Land Use Designation General industrial
Primary Function This area functions to provide for General InduStrial
activities and to assure for a transitio~ p~a from the
Heavy Industrial category located /~'t~- of this
'subarea. North of Arrow and west of Milliken, the
industrial uses should be allowed to continue and
expand with all service according to the development
standards of the plan. Subarea 8 extends north of
Arrow approximately 1OO0' east of Cleveland to the east
Plan boundary including a portion south of Arrow along
the eastern plan boundary.
permitted Uses Custom Manufacturing
Light Manufacturing
Research Services
Public Storage
~ ": Light Wholesale, Storage, and Distribution
Medium Wholesale, Storage and Distribution
Agricultural/Nursery Supplies and Services
Automotive/Light Truck Repair-e~inor
Automotive/Truck Repair-Major
Building Contractor's Offices and Yards
Building Maintenance Services
Bull ding Supplies and Light Equipment Sales
Business Supply Retail Sales and Services
Business Support Services
Communication Services
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Laundry Services
Recreation Facilities
Repair Services
Administrative Civic Services
Flood Control/Utility Corridor
Conditional Uses Medium Manufacturing
Administrative and Office
professional/Design Services
Animal Care
Automotive Fleet Storage
Automotive Rental/Leasing
Automotive Service Station
Convenience Sales and Services
Entertainment
Fast Food Sales
Financial, Insurance and Real Estate Services
Food and Beverage Sales
Heavy Equipment Sales and Rentals
Medical/Health Care Services
............. Personal Services .......
Petroleum Products Storage
Public Assembly
Public Safety and Utility Services
Religious Assembly
i~l~ 120' Right-Of-Way - Day Creek Boulevard
Milliken