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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1753/06/22 - Agenda Packet1977 WEDNESDAY CITY OF RA~ CUCA1Vg3NGA PLANNINE; COMMISSION JUNE 22, 1994 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE PANCHO CUC~ONGA, CALIFORNIA me III· IV. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Chairman Barker Vice Chairman McNiel Commissioner Lumpp Commissioner Melcher Commissioner Tolstoy __ Announcements Approval of Minutes Adjourned Meeting of April 13, 1994 May 25, 1994 V. Public Hearings The following items are public hearings in which concerned 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 sign in after speaking. Ae ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - A request to amend the land use designation for a 25 acre piece of vacant land from Office Professional District to Community Commercial District bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the south, Spruce Avenue on the west, Church Street on the north, and Elm Avenue on the east - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. Staff recommends issuance of a Negative Declaration. Related file: General Plan Amendment 94-01A. (Continued from May 25, 1994) Dw Fo STREET NAME CHANGE 94-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the street name "Pierson Court" to "Pearson Court," located east of Johnston Place. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 93-11 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH - A request to establish a personal service for seminars and research in a leased space of approximately 2,613 square feet in the General Industrial District (Subarea 4) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located at 9774 Crescent Center Drive, Suite 502 - APN: 210-071-52. ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT 94-02 - COFFEE KLATCH - A request to conduct live music in conjunction with an existing coffee bar within the Thomas Winery Plaza in the Specialty Commercial District (Subarea 2) of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located at 8916 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-101-23. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 14635 - RANCON REALTY FUND III - A subdivision of 7.4 acres of land into 2 parcels in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Street, APN: 208-352-09. Staff recommends issuance of a Negative Declaration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 93-49 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - The development of an integrated shopping center consisting of 15 buildings totaling 223,665 square feet and 1 fast food drive-thru restaurant totaling 3,000 square feet on 25 acres of land in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Spruce and Elm Avenues - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. (IT~ TO BE READVERTISED FOR JULY 27, ~994, MEETING) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-15 - B.H.P. STEEL. INC. (SUPRACOTE) - A request to allow the use of a temporary office trailer for an existing industrial site in the General Industrial designation (Subarea 8) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located at 11200 Arrow Route - APN: 208-961-19. Related file: Conditional Use Permit 94-11. SIGN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 94-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - Consideration of various amendments to the Sign Ordinance. VI. Old Business VII · VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS. INC. - A request to construct an 8,540 square foot restaurant on a 2.2 acre parcel in the Office Park designation of the Terra Vista Planned Community, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue - APN: 1077-421-58. Staff recommends issuance of a Negative Declaration. (Continued from May 11, 1994) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 90-37 - FOOTHILL MARKETPLACE PARTNERS - Review of pylon sign design for Foothill Marketplace, a commercial/retail center located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between 1-15 and Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 229-031-41. (Continued from June 8, 1994) Director's Reports Ke OAS INVESTORS - A request to consider adding Commercial Recreation Use in the Specialty Commercial District within the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan. 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. IX. Commission Business L. DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS M. DISCUSSION OF FISCAL YEAR 1994/95 WORK PROGRAM X. 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. VICINITY MAP 1 A.T.& S.F. RR CITY HALL CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMOHGA DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Co~nission Brad Buller, City Planner Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - A request to amend the land use designation for a 25 acre piece of vacant land from Office Professional District to Community Commercial District bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the south, Spruce Avenue on the west, Church Street on the north, and Elm Avenue on the east - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. Staff reco~m%ends issuance of a Negative Declaration. Related file: General Plan Amendment 94-01A. (Continued from May 25, 1994) BACKGROUND: The above-described application was continued to this meeting so that the applicant could address the Comission's concerns with the design guidelines in the Comunity Plan that pertain to the site and to revise the conceptual site plan accordingly. At the May 25 and continued June 8, 1994, pre-application workshops, the Co~ission reviewed the revisions to the design guidelines and the illustrative site plan and found them acceptable. The Co-..ission also stated that the final design of a development project at the site will be reviewed through the Conditional Use Permit process. SUMMARY OF CHANGES: The following changes were made to the design guidelines, the graphics, or illustrations as directed by the Co~nission based on the May 25, and June 8, 1994 workshops. No additional changes are being proposed for the other parts of the Co,unity Plan Amendment which are described in the attached Staff Report dated May 11, 1994. Access and Co-~unity Gateways: Figure IV-64 (page IV-49) was modified to delete the access point from the graphics, consistent with staff reco-~endations and as shown in Exhibit "AS." The proposed change is acceptable. Site Planning and Pedestrian Network: The proposed design guidelines on page IV-50 of the Co,unity Plan and as shown in Exhibit "A9" are acceptable. Ce Landscape Treatment: The proposed design guidelines for the site as described on page IV-51 of the Community Plan and as shown in Exhibit "A10" are acceptable. ITEM A PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND June 22, 1994 Page 2 Commercial Park: In response to the concerns raised by the Commission, the applicant modified the design guidelines as described on page IV-57' of the Community Plan and as shown in Exhibit "A13 and A14." The design guidelines were strengthened by adding language to address the Church Street streetscape, the view corridor from Foothill Boulevard, and the open space. Staff finds the changes to the design guidelines acceptable. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Co~ission adopt the attached Resolution, thereby recomx~ending that the City Council issue a Negative Declaration and approve the proposed amendment. Cit~ Planner BB:NF/jfs Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Proposed changes to the Community Plan Exhibit "B" - Planning Commission Minutes dated May l~, 1994 Exhibit "C" - Planning Commission Staff Reports dated May 11 and May 25, 1994 Resolution of Approval Draft Ordinance LL 0 £oo'c00~ '30SSY N~2E9 Toog £C8 CT~ '["v~ TO:£T ~6/g0,'90 '305SV .',,;.3_l~{D TOOg £~6 ~T~ '~'¥..,1' tO:AT f6,'go/go LOO,,.eO0~ TO09 4~8 CT~ t'VE ..... ~ .... ~ ....... gO:4T f6,'90,'90 o~ '~irman Barker observed that the vote had already been taken and the project had~een approved. He asked Mr. Tohey if he had contacted staff regardir sepa~ application for his wall so that the Commission could matter. ~ .~ Mr. Tohey rep '~he had not. Chairman Barker reded he should talk to staff. Mr. Tohey stated the ,n wall is on the line. He said the wall would be 6 feet high on side but 4 feet high on his side. Commissioner Lumpp noted reached between the two nei( block be placed between the pil informed that an agreement had been He observed it had been suggested that Mr. Tohey said that would ~e. Chairman Barker there is a change would not need to ~rn to the Commission unless Mr. Bullet staff would need to review the plans wall. etated that Mr. Murphy would tell Mr. Tohey proceed variance on his own property, process building his with the ortizes, or appeal this decision if he should chose PUBLIC HE~.RINGS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01A - WESTEP~N LAND PROPERTIES - A proposal to ~nd the General Plan Land Use Element Map to change the land use designation from Office to Co~munity Commercial for 25 acres bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the south, Spruce Avenue on the west, Church Street on the north, and Elm Avenue on the east - APN: ~ 1077-421-58 and 63. Staff recon~nende issuance of a Negative DeclaTation. Related file~ Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment 94-01. Ce ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - A request to amend the land use designation for a 25 acre piece of vacant land from Office Professional District to Community Cmrcial D£strict bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the south, Spruce Avenue on the west, Church Street on the north, and Elm Avenue on the east - APN~ 1077-421-58 and 63. Staff recommends issuance of a Negative Declar&tion. Related file= General Plan Amendment 94-01A. Alan Warren, Associate Planner, presented the staff report regarding General Plan Amendment 94-01A. Planning Commission Minutes -2- May 11, 1994 Commissioner Tolstoy noted the area immediately to the north of the project site is designated as Medium Residential with High Residential to the west of the Medium. He asked if there had been any consideration regarding changing- the Medium Residential and whether Medium would be appropriate adjacent to Community Commercial. Mr. Warren replied there had been no consideration of changing the designation to High Residential. He thought the development standards should be able to accommodate any negative impacts and noted that if the adjacent property were changed to High Residential, that would mean that more people could be impacted. Brad Bullet, City Planner, stated that when the original General Plan was laid out, the buffer appeared to be in land use stages from Commercial to Office to Residential. He noted that since that time, a majority the street frontage of the northern property has been changed to a Park designation. He said that it is not unusual to have Residential adjacent to Commercial. Commissioner Tolstoy noted concerns have previously been voiced regarding Neighborhood Commercial being adjacent to Residential. Mr. Bullet remarked that generally those concerns deal with Low Residential single-family developments rather than Medium Residential projects. Commissioner Lumpp asked if the applicant had prepared air quality and traffic analyses. Mr. Warren replied that the applicant had provided a detailed project analysis and prepared the Initial Study and staff completed an air emissions inventory utilizing the California Environmental Quality Act handbook. He noted that all emissions were determined to be under the ~ermitted increased emission amounts. Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer, commented that traffic analyses are based on peak hour trip generation figures. He stated staff had compared the Commercial uses to the previously designated Office and Professional uses. He said office uses tend to have concentrated peak hours of opening and closing whereas & commercial use generally opens in the morning and generates trips throughout the day until closing in the evening. Commissioner Lumpp asked if additional traffic studies would be requested when the individual projects are submitted. Mr. James replied additional traffic analysis would be required regarding internal circulation and local access from Spruce, Church, and Elm Avenues because an office park would typically have an office in the center with parking evenly distributed around the center and access being. more evenly distributed onto the surrounding streets whereas there would be limited access from Spruce because of limited parking available in the rear of a co~nercial center. Planning Commission Minutes -3- May 11, 1994 Commissioner Lumpp asked if a more detailed analysis and modeling would be required when the applicant submits a specific project. Mr. James replied more detailed analysis would be required but no modeling would be required because there are no regional concerns. He said the applicant had already met with the traffic engineer to determine wha~ would be required. He said there may be' concerns regarding stacking on Spruce Avenue at Town Center. Commissioner Lumpp asked if an action on the General Plan Amendment would mean the Commission was also taking action on the marketing analysis. Mr. Bullet replied that the analysis was provided only as background material. Commissioner Lumpp recalled that when Urban Research Associates prepared a marketing study for the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, they reported there was no need for any additional Commercial. He noted that the applicant's study indicated there is a demand for more Commercial and the City's consultant appeared to agree that more Commercial would be appropriate. He asked what had changed since the initial report. Mr. Warren replied that when the initial study for the Foothill Boulevard specific Plan was completed, the City was just starting to see a great increase in residential build out and the comparison was to other cities in Southern California. He said that the second study took into account the tremendous residential growth which had taken place, not only in Rancho cucamonga but also in surrounding cities, and concluded that additional Commercial could be supported. Mr. Bullet stated the market study provided by the applicant indicated there is a market for specific types and sizes of users that is missing in Rancho Cuoamonga. He said the applicant is trying to focus on those needs. Commissioner Lumpp said he was glad to see that Mr. Young had modified his thinking on the need for additional Commercial. Nancy Fong, Senior Planner, presented the staff report regarding Terra Vista Communit% Plan Amendment 94-01. Commissioner Lumpp questioned if the City should designate the width for the landscaped ares bisecting the site. He felt 'wide" was too ambiguous. Ms. Fong replied that staff felt that should be determined when a specific project ie sub~itted. Chairman Barker opened the public hearing. Gary Luque, Western Land Properties, 1156 North Mountain Avenue, Upland, stated their original intent had been to submit the conditional use permit application in time to have a workshop with the Commission before the hearings on the general plan and industrial specific plan amendments. However, he said there had been significant changes to the project and they hoped to have a Planning Commission Minutes -4- May 11, 1994 workshop as soon as possible. Mr. Luque said that when the project was first approved as Office/Professional, 600,000 square feet of office buildings had been planned from two to six stories high. He stated that the northwest corner of the project is below the street grade and he said there will be significant landscaping to mitigate the effects to the residential property across the street. He said they had been approached by specific users to build the buildings they now propose so they feel the project is viable. Rick Mager, Western Land Properties, 1156 North Mountain Avenue, Upland, stated they had developed Terra Vista Town Center in several phases over many years with approximately 503,000 square feet completed to date. He said the the pad buildings currently under construction are leased and there is a vacancy factor of only 5 percent in the entire project. He stated that the smaller stores are less desirable than larger shops in today°s economy. He said they were requesting the rezoning in order to reinforce the market share of Terra Vista Town Center. He felt it would augment the center and make it a stronger commercial complex. He presented a letter of intent from Best Buy Electronics for a 58,500 square foot store which they wanted to open on November 11, 1994, in conjunction with other stores in California. Me stated that they propose building approximately 225,000 square feet in phases with the first phase of approximately 100,000 square feet to be completed and open by March 1995. He said they had received commitments for all but 6,000 square feet of the first phase. He felt the new project would generate an additional $50 to $60 million in sales per year. He stated that Project Manager David Newsome, Senior Marketing Manager Paula Dempsey, and Paul Vogel, President of Realty Development Research, were available to answer questions. Commissioner Melcher noted Mr. Mager had said he hoped to reach about $100 million in sales at Town Center with the 503,000 square feet. He asked how the new center of 225,000 square feet could then be expected to do between $50 to $60 million. Mr. Mager said that Best Buy currently does approximately $20 million in each store that they operate with the average store size less than 45,000 square feet. He said this new store will be approximately 60,000 square feet and should generate approximately $30 million in its first year of operation. Paul Vogel, President of Realty Development Research, Inc. 542 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois, stated they had prepared a study in 1990 which they updated in November 1993 and March 1994. He presented a company brochure and a memorandum which briefly reviewed the analysis prepared by the City's consultant. Mr. Vogel etated that even when using the lower n~unbers generated by the City's consultant, there is still a current deficiency of 400,000 square feet of Commercial space in the City. Commissioner Melcher noted that the City's consultant concluded that the additional Coaunercial space Ihould be devoted to a limited number of types of retailere. Me asked if Mr. Vogel agreed with that premise. Mr. Vogel did not agree, but felt there is a need in the total department store type merchandise area. Planning Commission Minutes -5- May 11, 1994 Hearing no further testimony, Chairman Barker closed =he public hearing. Commissioner Melther noted that ~he original design concept for the corporate park was to have open landscaped areas within the site providing a view into the community. He noted that Church Street is a major thoroughfare and would now likely look onto a more solid back aide of a commercial center. He preferred to have the topic addressed at the Commission level before acting upon the community plan amendment. He did not object to the use and favored proceeding with the General Plan change. Commissioner Tolstoy felt the change makes sense but he noted that the City has a number of small businesses in the community that are hurting and he feared adding more Commercial space of larger users would hurt the small businesses even more. He also noted that the Maai project also added Commercial uses along Foothill Boulevard and the City seems to be doing patchwork planning rather than following the plan the City has in place. He thought the Commission should take a good look at the additional Commercial property still available to be developed and the rest of the designations along Foothill Boulevard to determine what other uses might be appropriate. He thought this particular application makes sense but he wished the City could tell the developer to trade this additional Commercial for another site already designated as Commercial so that new Commercial property would not be added. Commissioner Lumpp felt the general plan amendment is appropriate based on staff's analysis. He agreed with Commissioner Tolstoy that areas in the community are suffering but he was not sure that prohibiting a project such as this would help. He thought users will relocate more readily in today's economy leaving older centers with less bu0iness. He felt the design standards section of the community plan amendment should be further reviewed before approval. He particularly felt that "wide' landscape area should be better defined. Chairman Barker felt the public votes with their purchasing power and the small shops are a victim of the way people shop. He thought that people shop where it meets their needs, whether it be for cheaper goods or a wider selection, and they will continue to shop where it meets their needs no matter where th.a~. particular store may be. He said the City is no~ starting to have a wider selection of stores. He did not think turning down this application would save the smaller stores which are hurting. He supported the General Plan amendment. He echoed Commissioner Melcher°s concerns regarding the view from Church Street as he felt it appears to be a giant alley behind the project and he wished to see a little more detail before recommending approval of the community plan amendment. Motion: Moved by Lumpp, seconded by Melcher, to recommend issuance of a negative declaration and adopt the resolution recommending approval of General Plan Amendment 94-01A. Motion carried by the following vote: NOES: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: BARKER, LUMPP, MELCHER, TOLSTOY NONE MCNIEL -carried Planning Commission Minutes -6- May 11, 1994 Mr. Bullet stated that the applicant would like to fast track the project because of their commitment to Best Buy. He suggested that the Commission could take action on the concept but defer acceptance of the text regarding streetscape design and how the project fronts onto Church Street. Commissioner Melcher felt the Commission could cooperate with the applicant in continuing to move towards the applicant's long range objectives as they work through the project. He felt the community plan may have to reflect the actual development more than predicted. He thought the comments that had been offered tonight were in an effort to help to shape the project. He suggested the community plan amendment and the project move forward together. Chairman Barker agreed that he would prefer not to come up with language before seeing what is proposed. He wanted to be sure his concerns could be addressed. He again opened the public hearing. Mr. Mager stated he had worked in the City for almost five years and he felt their track record speaks for itself. He said they were committed to working with the Commission as partners to satisfy its concerns relative to the streetscape and other aspects of the project. He noted they have significant time constraints with regards to the Best Buy. Be suggested changing "wide" to "significant," which he felt is a stronger word. He acknowledged that the Commiaaion's concerns were valid. He observed that the Commisaion will have to approve every proposed building and he requested that the Commission move forward with the community plan amendment. Chairman Barker acknowledged that each building will have to be approved by the Commission, but he felt uneasy with the sketch which is included as an exhibit to the community plan. Mr. Bullet noted that since the Commission had taken action on the General Plan Amendment, that portion could go forward to the City Council without action on the community plan amendment. Ma. Fong atated the applicant had only last week submitted new design plans and she anticipated the project could not come before the Commission until the second meeting in June. Mr. Bullet noted that the Community Plan Amendment would require City Council approval whereas the Conditional Use Permit would not need to go to the City Council unless appealed. He suggested the matter be continued for two weeks to try to address the concerns regarding the exhibit and text. Me. Fong suggested a pre-application design review of the actual project. look into the project design. review of the project preceding the She thought that would give an advance Commissioner Melcher thought the City and developer have enjoyed a long relationship in development of the project. He felt the developer could proceed on the development plan and act on good faith that the City would approve the plan when the Commission'a concern. are satisfied. He note~ the applicant could be in plan check with the working drawings before the City Council finalizea the change to the community plan. Planning Commission Minutes -7- May 11, 1994 Mr. Bullet said that would be correct with the consent of the Building Official. He suggested the matter be continued for two weeks to allow staff and the applicant to work on addressing the concerns. Mr. Luque felt the actual project and the community plan are tied together and he supported the pre-application workshop suggestion. Chairman Barker asked if the Commission could have the pre-application review prior to the next Planning Commissi6n meeting. Mr. Bullet felt that could be accomplished. Commissioner Melcher felt that could be a workable solution because he thought a pre-application review may result in the develol~aent of sufficient changes to the community plan. Chairman Barker noted that the hearing was still open. Motion: Moved by Lumpp, seconded by Melcher, to continue Environmental Assessment and Terra Vista Community Plan. Amendment 94-01. Motion carried by the following vote= AYES: NOES= ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: COMMISSIONERS: BARKER, LUMPP, MELCBER, TOLSTOY NONE MCNIEL -carried VARIANCE 93-05 - OAS PARTNERSHIP - A request to increase the sign are for the Project Identification Monument Sign from 24 to 49 squ4 ; :tease the sign area for the Tenant Identification Monummr from 24 49 square feet; and increase the maximum number of names on the Identification Monument Signs from three to face, for Thomas Plaza, located at the northeast Boulevard and - APN: 208-101-22 25. Related File: Amendment to Sign Program No. 88. OLD BUSINESS AMENDMENT TO UNIFORM SIGN 88 - OAS PARTNERSHIP - A request to amend the Sign Program to a Project Identification Monument Sign, internally illuminated ficetion Monument Signs, and various changes to the sign for Winery Plaza, located at the northeast corner Foothill and Vineyard Avenue - APN: 208-101-2 25. Related file: riance 93-05. Chairman Bal noted that staff was requesting a e to May 25, 1994. He the public hearing. There were no Melcher noted that the staff report had not be heard when the item is returned. heard and Planning Commission Minutes -8- May 11, 1994 DATE= TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT May 25, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Bullet, City Planner Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - A request to amend the land use designation for a 25 acre piece of vacant land from Office Professional District to Con. unity Commercial District bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the south, Spruce Avenue on the west, Church Street on the north, and Elm Avenue on the east - APN= 1077-421-58 and 63. Related File: General Plan Amendment 94-01A. (Continued from May 11, 1994) BACKGROUND: This item was continued to allow the applicant an opportunity to address the Commiasion's concerns with the design standards for the Church Street frontage between Spruce and Elm. A special workshop is set for May 25, 1994. Staff will present an oral report at this meeting. The Community Plan Amendment can be considered at the same time as the related develolament project (Conditional Use Permit 93-49) because it does not have the same time constraints as a General Plan Amendment. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission either continue this item to June 22, 1994, so that the applicant can refine the proposed design criteria in the Community Plan; or, if the Planning Commission concludes from the workshop that the applicant has successfully addressed the Commission's concerns and has presented alternative language and exhibits for the Community Plan, approval of the attached resolution would be in order. BB:NF:gS Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Staff report dated May 11, 1994 Resolution of Approval Proposed Ordinance L DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA May 11, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission STAFF REPORT Brad Buller, City Planner. Nancy Fong, Associate Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TERRA VISTA CO~4UNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - A request to amend the land use designation for a 25 acre piece of vacant land from Office Professional District to Community Commercial District bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the south, Spruce Avenue on the west, Church Street on the north, and Elm Avenue on the east - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. Related File: General Plan Amendment 94-01A. BACF4~ROUND: This amendment request is a result of the related General Plan Amendment to change the land use for the above-described site from Office to Commercial. In addition to the proposed land use change, the applicant is requesting to modify various parts of the text and the graphics in the Design Guidelines (Chapter IV) of the Community Plan, that apply to this site. These changes are needed to establish the identity and the character for the development of the site in the future. ANALYSIS: This section of the report describes the proposed changes to the Conm%unity Plan followed by a brief comment or analysis from staff. The proposed changes are as shown in the attached Exhibits #A" and "B." For clarity, text changes are underlined while graphic changes are clouded. Land Use Change: Modify the Land Use Plan, Figure III-17 (page III-23), by changing the land use designation for the site bounded by Foothill Boulevard, Church Street, Spruce and Elm Avenues from "OP" Office ProfeSsional to "CC" Co~m~unity Commercial. M~dify the text and the graphics in the Co-~ercial Land Use section pages III-26 and III-27, describing the intent and the arrangement of the co--~ercial uses. Modify the Land Use S-mmary, Table III-2 (page III-32), by changing the distribution of the gross acreage by land use types. (Exhibits "A-l" to "A-5"). Staff Comment and Analysis: The analysis of the proposed land use change is in the separate General Plan Amendment (GPA 94-01A) staff report. If the Commission decides to recommend the proposed #Commercial" use for the site to the City Council, then the a~ropriate zoning district of "Community Commercial District" should also be recommended, for consistency purposes. The proposed text and graphics changes are acceptable. PLANNING CO~4ISSION STAFF REPORT TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES May ll, 1994 Page 2 Be Design Guidelines Changes: Chapter IV of the Community Plan, Design Guidelines, describes the identity of the different con~nercial centers along Foothill Boulevard and sets the design flavor and character for each one. The following sun,ariz. the proposed changes to various parts of the Foothill Boulevard Centers Concept section of the Design Guidelines as they pertain to the site: Center Identity and Specific Uses. Change the use of the site from "Corporate Park" to "Commercial Park" (page III-48) as shown in Exhibit "B-2." Staff Co~!nent and Analysis: The proposed change is acceptable. Access and Community Gateways. Modify Figure IV-64 (page IV-49) by adding a primary access point on Foothill Boulevard midpoint between Spruce and Elm Avenues and adding a Type III Gateway at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Elm Avenue, as shown in Exhibit "B-3.# Staff Comment and Analysis: The proposed addition of a primary access point shown by an arrow symbol on Foothill Boulevard implies an opening to the existing median island. An opening to the median island at this location would require an amendment to the Circulation Element of the General Plan. Since the applicant has indicated that they are not requesting an opening in the median island, staff recommends that the arrow symbol be deleted from Figure IV-64. The addition of Type III Gateway is acceptable since the northwest corner of Elm Avenue and Foothill Boulevard is a terminus for a greenway trail. Site Planning and Pedestrian Network. Modify the site planning and pedestrian network design concept by describing the arrangement of buildings, parking areas, and pedestrian walkway for the proposed Co~nercial Park Center, as shown in Exhibit "B-4." Staff Comment and Analysis: Because of the proposed commercial land use, the site planning and pedestrian network is changed to be similar to the concept of the existing Town Center. Staff recommends adding language to emphasize large open space with a defined pedestrian spine that traverses the site from north to south. The design of a development project at this site will have to create centralized and large open spaces that will enhance the "window" effect (i.e., views into the community and the mountains). Landscape Treatment. Modify Figures IV-65 and IV-66 as well as the Design Guidelines (pages IV-51 and IV-52) describing the landscape treatment concept for the Commercial Park, as shown in Exhibit "B-5." PLANNING CO~4ISSION STAFF REPORT TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES May 11, 1994 Page 3 Staff Co~nent and Analysis: The original concept for the Corporate Park was to have open landscaped areas within the site creating a "window effect" for providing a view into the community as well as a visual relief of the commercial development along Foothill Boulevard. Staff recon~ends that the proposed design criteria needs to be strengthened by adding language to state that large landscaped open space areas will be provided, as shown in Exhibit "B-5." Commercial Park. Modify Figures IV-70, IV-71 and IV-72 and the design criteria (pages IV-57, IV-58, and IV-59) by changing the graphics and the design guidelines to reflect a co~ercial development, as shown in Exhibits "B-8" through "B-10." Staff Cogent and Analysis: The proposed language on page IV-57 expounded the design guidelines as described in the above sections "Foothill Boulevard Centers Concept." The proposed graphics include an example of a conceptual site plan and conceptual views of the design character for the development of the site to illustrate the intent of the design guidelines. Staff recommends that the proposed design criteria for the north-south pedestrian spine be strengthened by adding language to ensure wide, open space landscaped areas, as show~ in Exhibit "B-8." C. Miscellaneous Changes in the Community Plan: Other graphic changes. As a result of the proposed land use change, a n,,mher of figures as listed in Exhibit #C" will be modified since they use the Land Use Plan as a base for the graphics. Staff Co-~-ent and Analysis.. incorporated by reference. Acceptable, as the changes will be 2e Overview of various co~ercial centers along Foothill Boulevard. Modify Figure IV-67, page IV-53, by replacing the "Corporate Park" ~ith the proposed "Commercial Park" concept. Staff Comment and Analysis: incorporated by reference. Acceptable, as the changes will be Discrepancies on the balance of the Community Plan. In reviewing this proposed amendment, staff found that changes from previous amendments have not been incorporated into the Community Plan, such as, the "Multi-family Development Standerds" adopted on September 11, 1991. Staff Comment and Analysis: Staff reco-~ends that a condition of approval be placed requiring the applicant to bring the document up to date and sub~it a master copy to the City within 60 days from the date of the final approval of this amendment. PL~uNNING CO~4ISSION STAFF REPORT TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES May ll, ~994 Page 4 Environmental Assessment: The proposed land use change for the 25 acres of vacant land as described in the title of this report and the various text and graphics changes' to the Comunity Plan will not have a significant effect on the environment. However, a project level environmental review should be required at the first development application to ensure the development of the site in the future will not have a significant impact to the environment. Staff reco~ends issuance of a Negative Declaration for the proposed amendment. FACTS FOR FINDINGS: The proposed amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development in a manner consistent with the General Plan and the Terra Vista Comunity Plan. The proposed amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. CORRESPONDENCE: This proposed amendment has been advertised in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property has been posted, and notices were sent to all property owners within 300 feet of the project site. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recomends that the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution, thereby recommending that the city Council issue a Negative Declaration and approve the proposed amendment with the modifications noted in the staff report. City Planner BB:NF:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A# - Proposed Land Use Change Exhibit "B" - Various Changes to the Design Guidelines Section of Chapter III Exhibit #C" - List of Graphics with the Related Land Use Change Resolution of Approval Ordinance RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01, REQUESTING TO AMEND THE LAND USE MAP FROM OFFICE PROFESSIONAL TO COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL FOR 25 ACRES OF LAND BOUNDED BY FOOTHILL BOULEVARD ON THE. SOUTH, SPRUCE AVENUE ON THE WEST, CHURCH STREET ON THE NORTH, AND ELM AVENUE ON THE EAST AND TO AMEND VARIOUS TEXT AND GRAPHICS OF THE COMMUNITY PLAN, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 1077-421-58 AND 63. A. Recitals. 1. Western Land Properties has filed an application for Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment No. 94-01 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On May 11, 1994, and continued to May 25, and June 22, 1994, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted and concluded duly noticed public hearings on 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 t%e above-referenced public hearings on May 11, May 25, and June 22, 1994, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: e. The application applies to approximately 25 acres of land, bounded by Foothill Boulevard, Spruce and Elm Avenues, and Church Street and is presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Office Professional; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) and Park and is vacant. The property to the west is designated Community Commercial District and is developed with a shopping center. The property to the east is designated Financial, Restaurants, Residential and is vacant. The property to the south is designated Industrial Park Subarea 7 of the Industrial Area Specific Plan and is partially developed with a hotel. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES June 22, 1994 Page 2 c. 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 d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties and issuance of a Negative Declaration is recommended. 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. That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General 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 recommends adoption of 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. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as followes 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 wildlife 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 RESOLUTION NO. TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES June 22, 1994 Page 3 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 recommends approval of Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment No. 94-01, per the attached Ordinance. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO' CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST= Brad Bullet, 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 22nd day of June 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES= COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 94-01, AMENDING THE LAND USE MAP FROM OFFICE PROFESSIONAL TO COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL FOR 25 ACRES OF LAND BOUNDED BY FOOTHILL BOULEVARD ON THE SOUTH, SPRUCE AVENUE ON THE WEST, CHURCH STREET ON THE NORTH, AND ELM AVENUE ON THE EAST AND AMENDING VARIOUS TEXT AND GRAPHICS OF THE COMMUNITY PLAN, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 1077-421-58 AND 63. A. Recitals. 1. On May 11, 1994, and continued to May 25 and June 22, 1994, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted duly noticed public hearings with respect to the above-referenced Terra Vista Planned Community Amendment. Following the conclusion of said public hearings, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. , thereby recommending that the City Council adopt Terra Vista Planned Community Amendment No. 94-01. 2. On , the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing and concluded said hearing prior to adoption of this Ordinance. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga ordains as follows: Section 1: This Council hereby specifies and finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of the Ordinance are true and correct. Section 2: The Rancho Cucamonga City Council finds as follows: A) That the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, following a public hearing held in the time and manner prescribed by law, recommended approval of the Community Plan Text Amendment hereinafter described to the City Council. This City Council has held a public hearing in the time and manner prescribed by law and duly heard and considered said recommendation. B) That this Community Plan Text Amendment is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. C) That this Community Plan Text Amendment is consistent with the Development Code of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. D) That this Community Plan Text Amendment will have no significant environmental impact as provided in the Negative Declaration filed herein. CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. TVCPA 94-01 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES Page 2 Section 3: 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 City Council 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 City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. B) Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council 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 wildlife 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 City Council during the public hearing, the City Council 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. Section 4: The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby approves Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment 94-01 as referenced in Exhibit A, attached hereto. Section 5: Within 60 days of City Council approval, a revised Terra Vista Community Plan, incorporating the changes required shall be submitted to the City Planner for review and approval. Upon acceptance by the City Planner, a total of 25 bound copies of the Plan shall be submitted for distribution to the City Council, the City Clerk, the Planning Commission and staff. In addition, one unbound original copy, and one executable copy on a 3.5-inch computer diskette in a format acceptable to the City, shall be submitted. Section 6: The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published within 15 days after its passage at least once in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin of Ontario, California, and circulated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. DATE= FROM= BY= SUBJECT= CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Bullet, City Planner Matt Everling, Planning Ihtern STREET NAME CHANGE 94-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the street name "Pierson Court" to "Pearson Court," located east of Johnston Place. BACKGROUND: At its meeting on May 11, 1994, the Planning Commission initiated the process to rename "Pierson Court" to "Pearson Court." This action was taken in an effort to correctly represent the City's historic past. DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS: In a recent letter to the Planning Division dated March 21, 1994, Mr. James W. Clark expressed concern that within Tract 13556 (Vintage Valley Estates), the street name "Pierson" is misspelled, and requested a correction to "Pearson" (see Exhibit "B"). The Pearson family name was misspelled as "Pierson" in accordance with a list of historic family names compiled and approved by the Historic Preservation Commission in 1984. The name Pearson relates to Mr. Willis Grant Pearson, who came to Etiwanda at the turn of the century. He was one of the early citrus growers in the area and he worked with the developer in constructing the Virginia Dare Winery. This name change is consistent with the City's Street Naming Ordinance. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT= The proposed street name change is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act; therefore, it is exempt from CEQA. .__ CORRESPONDENCE= This item has been advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper and the notice was posted on the street. One resident affected by the name change called the Planning Division to express their concern with the inconvenience it would cause to residents. In addition, the Fire District, Police Department, and Post Office were notified of the proposed change. No objections were received from these agencies. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Street Name Change 94-01 through adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval. City Planner Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Location Map Exhibit "B" - Letter from James W. Clark Resolution of Approval ITEM B : Henderson, ~ Wardman i~ulloc~< '~: Ur. m Rd. ~oDDe Dr. ~. North to .~e~ore, ViGtorYWe an(~ Barbtow H!(~HLAN !,: i- ~ -- ,",'.." 3.2iV:~D -- ~J']"! OF RA.NCf-~O CUC,',:¥10NGA DLAN L{[ N,.'.' Mr. Brad Bullet Planning Director City of Rancho Cucamonga March 15,1994 Dear Brad: I received the enclosed letter from Bob Hickcox a couple of · years ago and gave him my promise that I would help in getting the Pearson street name in the Vintage Valley Estates tract spelled correctly. Since tha~ time, I have been so busy working on the Chaffey-Garcia House project that I have failed to carry out my promise. Mr. Willis Grant Pearson came to E~iwanda at the turn of the century. He had staked his homestead claim in the Indian Territory before Oklahoma had become a state. He worked with Henry Klusman in building the Virginia Dare Winery. He was also one of the early citrus growers in the community. I have lived in Etiwanda since s~rving in the Navy during World War II. The community has become a very special place to me and I feel that the early settlers are the ones that made it such a great place to live. There are two reasons why ! feel the correction should be accomplished as soon as possible; the first is that if history of an area is important, it should be correct. The second reason is that Mr. Pearson was my wife's grandfather. If I can be of assistance in getting the correction made, please give me a call, I would be happy to help. S incere ly~ Clark RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING STREET NAME CHANGE NO. 94-01 TO CHANGE THE NAME OF "PIERSON COURT" TO "PEARSON COURT" WITHIN ETIWANDA, LOCATED EAST OF JOHNSTON PLACE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals 1. At its meeting on May 11, 1994, the Planning Commission stated its intent to proceed with the above-referenced street name change. 2. On the 22nd day of June 1994, this Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing for the above-mentioned street rename proposal, Street Name Change No. 94-01, pursuant to the Municipal Code Section 12.12.040. 3. The Planning Division prepared a report which addressed the justification for the change and provided a replacement name. 4. 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, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. That the correct spelling of the name is "Pearson," after Willis Grant Pearson, an early citrus grower in the Etiwanda area who also assisted in building the Virginia Dare Winery. b. That this situation does not comply with the intent of the City's street naming provisions of Municipal Code Section 12.12.020 and should be corrected. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the proposed name change is consistent with the goals, policies, and standards of the General Plan. b. That the proposed change is consistent with the Circulation Element of the General Plan and the Circulation/Access Plan of the Industrial Area Specific Plan. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. SC 94-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA June 22, 1994 Page 2 c. That the proposed change will not cause significant adverse impact upon the environment. d. That the proposed change is deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 above, this Commission hereby approves Street Name Change 94-01. 5. The street name change shall become official six months from the adoption date of this Resolution. The City Clerk shall send written notices of the change to the Post Office, County Recorder, Fire District, Sheriff's Department, and the Public Safety Answering Point (911 emergency reporting system) at least 60 days prior to the effective date of the change. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. 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 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 22nd day of June 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: June 21, 1994 r=,.ANNING i iJUN 1994 Rancho Cucamo~ga Planning Commissic, n Civi,: Center, Council Chamber 10500 Civic Center Dr. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Re: Street Name Change 94-01 To Whom It May Cc, ncern: Regarding the notice and letter of public hearing for the proposed name change of Pierson Court to Pearson Court, the Baker's are opposed to the consideration. It is our understanding that this issue has evolved from a commitment to the "Pearson Family" to have their name memorialized via a historic name preservation venue. While this is honorable, it appears that "someone" did not fulfill their obligations in a timely manner and now wishes to penalize the residents of Pierson Court five years after the street was named. While in simple theory this may not seem to be an issue of high~priority, after all, there are only four homes on this street, and the cost of new street signage can simply be passed on to the taxpayer. Consider this--put yourself in our place and ask how you would like to be inconvenienced by this change. It will take letters and notices alerting the many entities that there has been a name change, I for one do not have this kind of time. To name a few things that come to mind easily, we will have to notify some of the following: 1. Creditors 2. DMV 3. Insurance Companies 4. Utilities 5. Title Companies and Grant Deeds, relative to properties owned, that will need to be changed. 6. Partnership Agreements and Corporations that we are invol red. 7. Bank Accounts, as well as, printed material. 8. Personalized stationery and labels, etc. Pg. 2 9. Postmaster--c,f which there is great concern in having mail delayed and re-routed every time there is a new employee not familiar with the change. 10. Notes on which we expect timely payments, delivered to ,:,L~r he, me. 11. Thomas Guide has finally put us on the map. Will people realize that they can stop their search when they find Pearson Court instead of "Pierson"? 12. Who will accept the responsibility for the costs of these changes and the aggravation that will be caused each time we have to go on the "wild goose chase"? These are .jutst a few of the concerns that immediately come to mind, we dare not give it more consideration for fear of causing ,:,urselves greater anxiety. The resolution to the problem is simple: name one of the future streets "Pearson". There is planned development north of us which could easily be named Pearson Street, or Pearson Circle, or Pearson Lane, and Pierson Court could maintain its identity. We ask that you not make the Pierson Court residents the brunt of someones oversight. We have grown accustomed to this spelling for the past four years, we do not wish to have it changed. We respectfully request that you do not change the spelling of our street and, we hope that our concerns are "food for thought" Sincerely, Tim Baker .... ~ HANCHo CUCAMONGM PLANNING DIVISIO~I JUN 9 9 1994 _ Tc, Whom It May Concern: It is my understanding, that my neighbors have explained ira length why we ,x, bje,_-t to a "Street Name Change" Without elaborating further, I wish to concur with their objettic, ns and ask that we be allnwed to keep the name of "Pierson Court ". Signed: ~~ ~.x~~ Date: ~ Address: ~ DATE: TO.. FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chailmmn and Members of ~he Planning Con~nission Brad Bullet, City Planner Beverly Luttre11, Associate Planner CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 93-11 INSTITUT~ OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH - A request to establish a personal service for seminars and research in a leased space of approximately 2,613 square feet in ~he General Industrial District (Subarea 4) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located at 9774 Crescent Center Drive, Suite 502 - APN= 210-071-52. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION= Site Characteristics: The proposed project is located in Building 5 (Suite 502) of the Crescent Center Business Park and occupies 2,613 square feet. The Crescent Center Business Park is a Multi-tenant industrial project consisting of 26 units in 9 buildings. B. Parking Calculations= N,~m~er of N,,m~er of Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces of Use Footage Ratio Required Provided ANALYSIS: A. IDMR 2,613 Lecture Hall (Meeting Area) 1,369 1/35' 39* Multi-tenant (adj. to Bldg. 5) 13,065 1/400 33 33 Total 72 33* Refer to Parking Analysis, Section B.2 under Analysis. General: The applicant conducts lectures three times per week (Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday) from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The facility also serves as the per~nent location for Institute o~ Divine Metaphysical Research a~ministrative offices. Four to five employees utilize the office space. ITEM C PLANNING CO~ISSION STAFF REPORT CUP 93-I1 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH June 22, 1994 Page 2 Be Issues: In analyzing the proposed Conditional Use Permit, two specific issues should be considered as follows: Land Use Compatibility: The use is proposed within the Crescent Center Business Park and is classified as a Personal Service. A variety of either permitted or conditionally permitted uses in the General Industrial District of the Industrial Area Specific Plan are located within this multi-tenant project. The tenant in Suite 501, adjacent to the proposed use, is a too1 and die machine shop. This tenant has contacted both the Planning Division and Code Enforcement staff regarding the operation of Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. The tenant has indicated that representatives from the church have threatened their employees with physical harm and turned off their electricity repeatedly. Planning staff attempted to verify this with the Police Department~ however, there is no record of complaints being filed against Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. The proposed use is similar ~o a school Or a church in which an assembly of persons listens to a lecture or sermon. Typically, schools and churches have operated successfully within the industrial area of the City with no land use compatibility problems. All existing tenants in the center operate primarily ~uring peak weekday business hours. Given the proposed off-peak hours for lectures, staff does not anticipate any compatibility problems. However, a condition of approval has been noted in the Resolution that if problems arise between tenants, this Conditional Use Perm/t shall be brought back before the Planning Commission for re-evaluation. Parking= The application contemplates essentially a lecture hall use. In terms of parking demand, staff believes that in the worst case scenario attendees would arrive in individual cars. The most stringent public assembly parking requirement in the Development Code is for "churches and other places of public assembly"= one parking space for every 35 square feet of seating area. If this ratio is applied to the Institute of Divine Metaphysical ~search, the total parking demand would be 39 spaces which is substantially more than was provided for in this multi-tenant industrial park. The 33 parking spaces available which are noted in the above chart are those directly adjacent to Building 5, in which Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research is proposing to locate. There are, however, 310 spaces in the entire complex. As noted in the Parking Calculations Chart, parking would not normally be adequate for the proposed lecture hall facility. Thirty-nine parking spaces would accommodate 34 guests plus 5 staff (including speaker). The applicant has indicated that they wish to hold public lectures 2-3 times weekly (Wednesday, Friday, and Sundny) for two hours after 6:00 p.m. Additionally, they indicate that the D-mher of staff will not PLANNING CO~4ISSION ~TAFF REPORT CUP 93-11 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH June 22, 1994 Page 3 exceed five. The applicant has additionally indicated in his letter that invited guests are limited to 12-24 people. Other users of the center typically have Monday through Friday daytime hours. Due to the off-set peak hours and r~ciprocal parking within the park, staff believes adequate parking is available. C. Fire District: The Foothill Fire District reviewed the plans and has made comments as noted in the Resolution of Approval. Building and Safety Division= The Building and Safety Division reviewed the conceptual floor plan and indicated that a Change of Occupancy Permit will be required. This has been noted in the Resolution of Approval. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recon~ends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit 94-11 through adoption of the attached Resolution of A~proval with Conditions. City Planner BB:BL:mlg Attachments: Exhibit #A" - Letter from Applicant Exhibit #B# - Vicinity Map Exhibit "C" - Site Plan Exhibit "D" - Floor Plan Resolution of Approval with Conditions Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research .... A NON-PROFIT RELIGIOUS AND SCIENTIFIC POST OFFICE BOX 3992 ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA 91764 RESEARCH ORGANIZATION Ms. Beverly Luttrell City Planner The City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 -- RECEIVED -- CiTy OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA FLANNING DIVISION j APR 05 1994 March 23, 1994 Dear Ms. Luihell RE: CUP 93-11 Enclosed is a list of the tenant base of the Crescent Business Center and five stickers per tenant. Our proposed usage of the facility at 9774 Crescent Center Drive #502 is as follows: 1. Executive Office 2. Tape and Research Libran/ 3. Lecture Hall (see attached) IDMR-Ontario desires a Conditional Use Permit to hold public lectures 2 to 3 times weekly. Presently, we have fwe (5) executive officers which are: President Vice President Treasurer Public Relations Superintendent Dr. Joe Williams Dr. Tyrone Horn Dr. Sandy Horn Dr. Stepbane Horn Dr. Margaret Wright We have invited guests of 12-24 people. Our goal is to stimulate biblical study and research established religious thought patterns and concepts. I truly hope this information fulfilis our requ/rements for your office. ~Dr. Tyrone Horn ~'XH ItSIT "A" AT & SF R.R. t I I i i i' 8th 4th C-v OF P,~L~CH~.:':CUCAMONGA PLAN .I~ING-. DIr~ISION EXHIBIT: ~ SCALE: CITY PLANNING.. DMSION TITLE: '~ IpL~ EXHIBIT: ~ SCALE: Exe~, & ~c~os Offica Conferenc a ~ ,~o~ Ball PLANMNG.. DMSION ITEM: Tram.. EXHIBIT: '~ SCALE: RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 93-11 FOR A REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A PERSONAL SERVICE FOR SEMINARS AND RESEARCH IN A LEASED SPACE OF APPROXIMATELY 2,613 SQUARE FEET IN THE GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT (SUBAREA 4) OF THE INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED AT 9774 CRESCENT CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 502, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 210-071-52. A. Recitals. 1. Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research has filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit No. 93-11, 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 22nd day of June 1994, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing on June 22, 1994, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to property located at 9774 Crescent Center Drive, Suite 502 within the Crescent Center Business Park which is improved with multi-tenant buildings and 310 parking spaces; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is the Archicenter office complex, the property to the south consists of the Frito Lay project, the property to the east is a construction storage yard, and the property to the west is the Crescent Center Business Park; and c. The applicant proposed to conduct seminars and lectures on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., during off-peak hours; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 93-11 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH June 22, 1994 Page 2 d. The number of employees for the office use is 4 to 5; and e. The application is located adjacent to a machine shop and a manufacturing business. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located. b. That 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. That the proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code. 4. This Commission hereby finds and determines that the project identified above in this Resolution 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 the State CEQA Guidelines. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below: Plannin~ Division 1) Approval is granted for an office use, lecture hall, and tape and research library facility only. 2) Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Industrial Area Specific Plan and all other City Ordinances. 3) If operation of the facility causes adverse effects upon adjacent businesses or operations, including but not limited to parking or noise, the Conditional Use Permit shall be brought before the Planning Commission for consideration and possible termination of the use. 4) Any signs proposed for the facility shall be designed in conformance with the comprehensive Sign Ordinance and/or any applicable Uniform Sign PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 93-11 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH June 22, 1994 Page 3 program for the Crescent Center Business Park and shall require review and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation. 5) Hours of operation for lectures/seminars are limited to 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 6) Number of invited guests shall be limited to 34. 7) No exterior modifications to the building are approved with this permit. 8) Approval is granted contingent upon the applicant's obtaining a business license, as a non-profit corporation, from the City of Rancho Cucamonga within 30 days. Fire District 1) No public assembly use of the facility will be permitted until plans are submitted and approved and permits issued. The following items shall be handled prior to any public assembly. a) Assembly use of the facility shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and State Fire Marshal's regulations have been complied with. Detailed plans shall be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division for review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. The building shall be inspected for compliance prior to assembly b) Any modification of the approved plans after occupancy of the building may require additional review and/or permits from the Fire District and the Building and Safety Division. c) A change in occupancy to "assembly" is required based on the proposed use which will require the following modifications to the building: A manual fire alarm is required as per Article 14, Uniform Fire Code if occupancy is rated as A2-1. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 93-11 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH June 22, 1994 Page 4 ii) Common wall(s) separating this suite from adjoining tenants shall be one hour rated if occupancy is determined to be A2-1. iii) iv) v) vi) vii) viii) ix) x) xi) xii) xiii) one hour construction will be required along the corridor and in the reception area. Illuminated exit signs with battery power supply as a back-up is required. Floor level exit sign with the same criteria noted above should be provided. The exit path should be illuminated with an emergency power supply. The corridor door shall swing in the direction of exit travel from the meeting hall. Provide a seating and aisle plan for the meeting hall. Indicate location and type of portable fire extinguishers which will be required. Exit hardware shall be panic hardware and panic/fire hardware. Sprinkler heads in the meeting hall shall be 135 to 165 degrees temperature rating. A permit shall be obtained from the Fire District prior to public assembly use. The occupant load shall be posted in the meeting hall in an approved manner. Buildin~ and Safetv Division 1) This use will require Permit prior to public facility. a Change of Occupancy assembly use of the PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 93-11 - INSTITUTE OF DIVINE METAPHYSICAL RESEARCH June 22, 1994 Page 5 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. 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 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 Co~miseion held on the 22nd day of June 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: WE. TENANTS OF THE THOMAS WINERY PLAZA. HEREBY SUPPORT THE COFFEE KLATCH IN THEIR APPLICATION FOR AN ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT. WE EXTEND THIS SUPPORT TO ENTERTAINMENT BOTH INSIDE THE BUILDING AND ON THE PATIO. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Bullet, City Planner Beverly Luttre11, Associate Planner ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT 94-02 - COFFEE KLATCH - A request to conduct live music in conjunction with an existing coffee bar within the Thomas Winery Plaza in the Specialty Commercial District (Subarea 2) of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located at 8916 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-~01-23. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: A. Action Requested by Applicant: Approval of Entertainment Permit 94-02 to allow live music performances at the Coffee Klatch. Background: The Thomas Winery Plaza is a mixed-use center featuring restaurant, office, and various commercial uses. The Coffee Klatch is an existing facility which serves espresso, cappuccino and desserts. The facility is c~rrently open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 midnight; and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ANALYSIS: The applicant is proposing various types of musical entertainment ranging from solo guitarlets to small orchestras. Other entertainers may include but not be limited to jazz, bluegrass, gospel, contemporary, country, folk, Christian, and rock music. The proposed hours of entertainment are from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday and from 8:00 to ~l:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; however, they also desire nightly entertainment during the s-~er and holiday season and possibly on Sunday afternoons. Alcohol is not served and no cover or admission charge is proposed. Cynthia and Mike Perry are the managers of the business and are responsible for the management of the entertainment. In accordance with Section 5.~2.040 of the Entertainment Ordinance, the applicant has indicated that neither the applicant nor any persons responsible for the m=nagement or supervision of the Coffee Klatch has, within the previous ten years, been convicted of a crime nor has the applicant had any permit or license issued in conj~nction with the sale of alcohol or the provision of entertainment revoked at this establishment. Review of an Entertainment Permit must take into consideration 1ocational impacts and what mitigation measures should be included in the Resolution of Approval. The Coffee Klatch (see Exhibit "A") is within the Thomas Winery Plaza, a Specialty Commercial center adjacent to Vineyard Avenue and Foothill IT~4 D PLANNING CO~4ISSION STAFF REPORT EP 94-02 - COFFEE KLATCH June 22, 1994 Page 2 Boulevard. The nearest residential uses are over 1,000 feet from the coffee bar and do not constitute a significant factor. The Coffee Klatch is located in the winery building adjacent to the Frontier Steak House. Uses which could be negatively impacted by the proposed entertainment are the adjacent restaurants, book store, and retail uses. Negative impacts could include noise, parking, and disturbances. It should be noted that when the original plans for this center were developed, the intent was to encourage active uses. Staff does not believe that conflicts will occur between the proposed entertainment use and adjoining businesses, particularly the Frontier Steakhouse (formerly Knowlwoods) and the Wild Grape craft boutique. The entertainment, as proposed, will not expand the seating. Based upon past Commission practice (ref. Shelley's), conditions of approval have been attached which require the doors to remain closed while live music is playing for noise attenuation. Because of the common wall, staff also recommends that noise levels not exceed 55 dBA in the adjoining tenants' spaces. A condition has been included within the Resolution of Approval that should the operation of this Entertainment Permit cause adverse ~m?acts upon adjacent businesses or operations, it shall be brought before the Planning Commission for the consideration and possible suspension or revocation of the permit, in accordance with Section 5.12.100 of the Entertainment Ordinance. FACTS FOR FINDINGS: The Planning Commission must make the following findings in order to approve Entertainment Permit 94-02. De The conduct of the establishment or the granting of the application would not be contrary to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare. The premises or establishment is not likely to be operated in an illegal, im~rover, or disorderly manner. The applicant or any other person associated with him as principal or partner, or in a position or capacity involving partial or total control over the conduct of the business for which such permit is sought to be issued, has not been convicted in any court of competent jurisdiction of any offense involving the presentation, exhibition, or performance of any obscene show of 'any kind, or of a felony or of any crime involving moral turpitude, nor has had any approval, permit, or license issued in conjunction with the sale of alcohol or the provision of entertainment revoked within the preceding five years. The granting of the application would not create a public nuisance. The normal operation of the premises would not interfere with the peace and quiet of any surrounding residential neighborhood. The applicant has not made any false, m~leading, or fraudulent statement of material fact in the required application. To the best of staff's knowledge, there is no information to indicate anything contrary to these findings. PLANNING CO~4ISSION ~TAFF REPORT EP 94-02 - COFFEE KLATCH June 22, 1994 Page 3 RECO~4ENDATION: Staff reco.~ends that the Planning Co~nission conditionally approve Entertainment Permit 94-02 through adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval. ~er s~ City Planner BB:BL:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Site Plan Exhibit "B" - Application Exhibit "C" - Floor Plan Resolution of Approval CITY I II '1 %'~ 1.970 SF D-3 1,40g $F 1.400 $F 11 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD 11 II 'rrr~: ~ I 'g~_ EXHIBIT: A SCALE: 9-2 B-3 9-4 6-5' 1.600 SF B-6 POSTAL PLAZA LITrl. E CAESAR'S PIZZA ?,400 SF B-g ~.273 SF ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT APPLICATION Applicants for ~ntertainment permits shall complete the followiffg ,'~-~NNING DIVISION PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE A. The name and permanent address of'applicant: Name ~,~'~ -_ .~ /~. .~ Pesmanent Address (dY/' MAR 1 4 1994 B. _The name, propo.~c~ and curr~-~t, if a~y, -.,n.4. b'asi~ess address of tahe applicaz, t: Business Address C. A detailed description of the proposed entertainment, including type of entertainment, and number of persons engaged in the entertainment (may attach seperate sheets i~ necessary): D. The date or day-of-week, hours and location of entertainment (attach floorplan), and the admission fee, if any, to be charged: ., _ V -7'd~ s g~,f~b,',,.~ ?~ _ ¢i~° p,~o-' _ J=_~_.t_5_~ 4-..__t~__c~_ i~ a. __~;_U_e~,~___ E. The name(s) of the person(s) responsible for the management or supervision of applicant's bus;,.ness and of any entertainment: F. A statement .of the nature and character of applicant's business, if any, to be carried on in conjunction with such entertainment, including whether or not alcohol will l~e served as part of such business: G. Whether or not the applicant or any person responsible for the management or supervision of applicant's business have been, within the previous ten years, convicted of a ~me, the nature of such offense, and the sentence received therefor including conclitoris of parole or probation, if any: H. Whether or ~ot applicant has ever had any permit or license issued in conjunction w-i?. :he sale of alcohol or provision of entertainment revoked, Any false, misleading or fraudulent statement of material fact in the required application shall be ~round$ for denial of the application for an entertainment permit. FLOOR PLAN Door Band Area sales area I rea Seatinc restroom IJ u u i~ NOTE: There is no stage, band. and seating area vary depending on size of band. CITY OF R~AMONGA PLA I~1._1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1~~. ON Project: {::~ ~"0,~. Title: Exhibit: ~-. Date: RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT NO. 94-02, TO OPERATE AND CONDUCT ENTERTAINMENT BY PROVIDING VARIOUS TYPES OF LIVE MUSIC FOR THE COFFEE KLATCH, LOCATED AT 8916 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 208-101-23. A. Recitals. 1. On May 21, 1986, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopted Ordinance No. 290 providing for the regulation of entertainment. 2. On March 17, 1994, Cynthia and Mike Perry filed an application for the issuance of an Entertainment Permit (EP 94-02) described above in the title of this Resolution. 3. On the 22nd day of June 1994, 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. 4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing on June 22, 1994, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to property located on the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue on a lot presently improved with structures and parking areas which constitutes the Thomas Winery Plaza; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated Office Professional and is presently vacant, the property to the south is designated Community Commercial, the property to the west is vacant and the site of the proposed Smith's Food and Drug, and the property to the east is an existing commercial center; and c. The Coffee Klatch is a cappuccino bar serving coffee, espresso, and dessert. The proposal is to provide musical entertainment on Thursdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and possibly nightly during summer and holiday season and Sunday afternoons. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. EP 94-02 - COFFEE KLATCH June 22, 1994 Page 2 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced June 22, 1994, public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the conduct of the establishment and the granting of the application would not be contrary to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare; and b. That the premises or establishment is not likely to be operated in an illegal, improper, or disorderly manner; and c. That the applicant has not had an~ approval, permit, or license issued in conjunction with the sale of alcohol or the provision of entertainment revoked within the preceding five years; and d. That granting the application would not create a public nuisance; and e. That the normal operation of the premises would not interfere with the peace and quiet of the surrounding commercial center; and f. That the applicant has not made any false, misleading, or fraudulent statement of material fact in the required application. 4. This Commission hereby finds and determines that the project identified above in this Resolution 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 the State CEQA Guidelines. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to the following conditions: Planninq Division 1) This approval is only performances. Any change entertainment shall require modification of this permit. for live music of intensity of application for 2) If the operation of this Entertainment Permit causes adverse effects upon adjacent businesses or operations, the Entertainment Permit shall be brought before the Planning Commission for the consideration and possible suspension or revocation of the permit. 3) For noise attenuation purposes, doors shall remain closed when entertainment is being conducted. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. EP 94-02 - COFFEE KLATCH June 22, 1994 Page 3 4) 5) 6) Exterior noise levels shall not exceed 65 dBA during the hours of entertainment operation prior to 10:00 p.m. and 60 dBA during the hours after 10:00 p.m. Interior noise levels within adjoining businesses shall not exceed 55 dBA. Hours of operation for the entertainment use shall be Monday through Friday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 11:00 p.m. Entertainment shall be conducted inside the building unless written consent is obtained from all adjoining tenants in conjunction with a Temporary Use Permit application process. 7) This permit shall be renewed annually per Municipal Code Section 5.12.115. 6. The this Resolution. Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. 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 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 22nd day of June 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: June 22, 1994 TO: Chairran and Members of ~.he Planning Coneisston FROM: Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer BY: Betty A. Miller, Associate Engineer SUBJECT: ENVIROI~4ENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL )lAP 14635 - RANCON REALTY FUND III- A subdivision of 7.4 acres of land into 2 parcels in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located at' the southeast comer of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Street - APN: 208-352-09. Staff recommnds issuance of a Negative Declaration. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: Action Requested: Approval of the proposed Tentative Parcel Map as shown on Exhibit "B" B. Parcel Size: Parcel I 1.4 acres Parcel 2 6.0 acres Total 7.4 Acres Existing Zoning: Industrial Park, ISP Subarea 7 Surrounding Land'Use: North - Conmmrcial, Terra Vista Town Center South - ~dical Office Park East - Restaurant and vacant West - Office Buildings E. Surrounding General Plan and Development Code Designations: North - Terra Vista Community Plan, Community Commercial South - ISP Subarea 7, Industrial Park East - ISP Subarea 7, Industrial Park West - ISP Subarea 7, Haven Overlay District Site Characteristics: The site is vacant and slopes to the south at 4 percent. Street in~rovements are in place on three sides. An existing mstaurant and its secondary access driveway form the east boundary. ITEM E PLANNTNG CONMISSION.STAFF REPORT PARCEL MAP 14635 - RANCON REALTY FUND dune 22, 1994 PAGE 2 ANALYSIS: The purpose of this parcel map is to separate Parcel I for sale to a company interested in pursuing development of a restaurant site. Since Parcel 1, which fronts onto Foothill Boulevard, is less than 2 acres, the applicant has provided a master plan (Exhibit "C") to show how Parcel I could be developed to be compatible with eventual development on Parcel 2. The Planning Commission reviewed a very similar master plan on March 24, 1993, as Pre-Application Review 93-03 (minutes attached). The master plan does not address Commission concerns expressed at that time. Staff believes, however, that sufficient area will exist for Parcel 2 to allow logical development on the balance of the site. Planning staff recommends approval of the Parcel Map, but the Master Plan should not be accepted/approved as proposed. ENVIRO~ENTAL REVIEW: The applicant completed Part I of the Initial Study. staff conducted a field investigation a?~J completed Part II of the Initial Study. No adverse impacts upon the environment are anticipated as a result of this project. Therefore, issuance of Negative Declaration is appropriate. CORRESPONDENCE: Notices of Public Hearing have been sent to surrounding property owners and placed in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin. Posting at the site has also been completed. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommnded that the Planning Commission consider all input and elements of the Tentative Parcel Map 14635. If after such consideration, the Commission can recommend approval, then the adoption of the attached Resolution and issuance of a Negative Declaration would be appropriate. Respectfully submitted, Dan James Senior Civil Engineer OJ:BAM:dlw Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Vicinity Map Exhibit "B" - Tentative Map Exhibit "C" - Master Plan Exhibit "O" - PAR 93-03 Site Plan Planning Commission Workshop Minutes - March 24, 1993 Resolution and Recommended Conditions of Approval ~ o PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW 93-03 - RANCON - Review of a proposed restaurant and related master plan for a 7.4 acre parcel in the Industrial Park designation.. (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue - APN: 208-352-09. Brad Bullet, City Planner, briefly outlined the purpose of the Pre-Application Review process. Steve Palmer, representing Rancon, introduced the Red Robin representatives and gave an overview of the project. Chuck Prince, Red Robin architect, displayed photographs and renderings of other Red Robin stores. He requested Commission comments regarding the prototype architecture, signage, and site plan. He also explained that neon lighting along the parapet line is used to wash the sides of the building in light and that the neon tubing can be recessed so that it is not exposed. He indicated they are willing to work with the City to obtain an acceptable design. Dan Coleman, Principal Planner, presented the staff report. He indicated that staff supports a restaurant at this corner. He remarked that the developer proposes to separate the parking lot for Lot 6 from the balance of the project. He also noted that an opportunity exists to create a major entrance statement from Foothill Boulevard and that the proposed drive-thru restaurant pad will require special attention to screen the drive-thru lane. He indicated that the parking lot must be designed to meet City standards for one-size-fits-all parking space. He remarked that a minor project entry statement is needed from Aspen, such as enhanced pavement. He recommended that the loading area be fully enclosed, similar to Chili's Restaurant, which may necessitate moving the building closer to Foothill Boulevard. He suggested that the pedestrian connection from Foothill Boulevard be continued south and around the building to connect with Aspen. He noted that an outdoor eating area is proposed at the northwest corner of the building. Regarding the proposed architecture, he thought that "signature" architecture was appropriate for this location on Foothill. He indicated that staff had not had an opportunity to analyze the proposed signage. Co~missioaer Melcher was concerned with the master plan's proposed parcelization because Lot 6 was too shallow for an office building. He noted that the plan indicates fairly small buildings along Foothill Boulevard. He felt that the prototype architecture was strong and questioned whether it will become dated. He noted the need for addressing the loading area, having recently visited the Fentans Red Robin and seeing unscreened outdoor storage. He also observed there would be a need to provide shade or shelter for the outdoor eating area. Commissioner Chitlea supported Commissioner Melcher's comment regarding the need to design a building that will be timeless. She was opposed to any exposed neon banding. She felt that the upper portion of the building needs further refinement. She was opposed to the bright red color used on the roof as depicted in the rendering. P. C. Workshop Minutes -3- March 24, 1993 Commissioner Vallette supported the master plan concept because it affords Foothill views for the largest user= the office building on Lot 6. She liked the movement in the Red Robin building. She stated that all signs must comply with the City's Sign Ordinance. She noted that the loading area needs careful design for screening. Commissioner Tolstoy felt that a restaurant is an appropriate use for this corner. He indicated that the..drive-thru site plan needs refinement. Regarding the Red Robin, he stated that the loading area needs screening, and the outdoor eating area needs shade. He opposed the use of metal roofing material. He agreed with Commissioner chitiea's comments regarding revising the upper portion of the building. He echoed other Commissioners' concerns with whether the building's design will last. Chairman McNiel expressed concern that the master plan as proposed will create in-fill problems because the parcels are too small, with the exception of the Red Robin parcel. He supported · restaurant use at this location. He felt that the prototypical architecture is unattractive, citing the straight building planes which do not create the desired comfortable appearance. He felt that metal roof is not acceptable. He was confident that the leading area can be reworked for proper screening. Commissioner Kelcher added that he felt the building is too chunky in messing end too aggressive in design approach. He agreed that the design should be comfortable. He else noted that c~reful attention le needed in the design of ~he main building entry because of the high winds in this area. Mr. Prince indicated that the Red Robin design typically includes a double entry with an air curtain. He stated that in Victorville, they enclosed the outdoor eatingT area with glass walls and an overhead trellis. He reiterated their building design is flexible. Mr. Bullet summarized the CommiesJan's comments. He stated that the Commission supported concurrent processing of the Red Robin, master plan, and parcel map. He indicated that the Red Robin parcel is generally acceptable but that the balance of the master plan needs more thought. He reinforced the Cammisaiah's desire to see something other than · standard prototype design. He asked ~for direction regarding the roof material and color. Commissioner Melcher felt thet contemporary architecture is appropriate for the area south of Foothill Boulevard and along the Haven Avenue corridor, as evidenced by several projects which already have metal roofs. He supported the use of · metal roof, but didn't like the red color. Commissioner Vellette stated that metal was an acceptable roof material. Commissioner McNiel indicated he was willing to consider limited use of metal roofing, provided it had · Kynar finish rather than a painted finish that deteriorates rapidly. Commissioner Chitlea felt · red metal roof is inappropriate. She suggested that if a metal roof is approved, a copper roof that weathers naturally be used. P. C. Workshop Minutes -4- March 24, 1993 Co~nissioner Tolstoy felt that metal roof would be acceptable. He observed that painted finishes on metal roofing have not been successful in the City. Mr. Bullet indicated that staff will recommend that street lights be installed along the full Foothill frontage between Elm and Spruce with the Red Robin project. In addition, he noted that secondary access must be provided. Commissioner Chitlea remarked that .~he master plan needs a pedestrian system to connect and unify the project. Commissioner Melcher commented that a greater landscape depth is needed between Building 6 and the circulation spine to the north. He suggested that the applicant explore combining the structure mass of Buildings 2 and 3. ADJOURNMR. NT The meeting adjou~n&d at 9:00 p.m. P. C. Workshop Minutes -5- March 24, 1993 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, CONDITIONALLY APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NUMBER 14635, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND ASPEN STREET, AND M~2CING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN= 208-352-09. WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map Number 14635, submitted by Rancon Realty Fund III, applicant, for the purpose of subdividing into 2 parcels, the real property situated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, County of San Bernardino, State of California, identified as APN= 208-352-09, located at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Street; and WHEREAS, on June 22, 1994, the Planning Commission held a duly advertised public hearing for the above-described map. NOW, THEREFORE, THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS= SECTION 1= That the following findings have been made: 1. That the map is consistent with the General Plan and the Industrial /tcea Specific Plan. 2. That the improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the General Plan and the Industrial Area Specific Plan. 3. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed development. 4. That the ~roposed subdivision and improvements will not cause substantial environmental damage or public health problems or have adverse effects on abutting properties. SECTION 2: 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= 1. 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. 2. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 14635 - RANCON REALTY FUND III JUNE 22, 1994 PAGE 2 3. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) 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 advers~ impact upon wildlife 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. SECTION 3= Tentative Parcel Map Number 14635 is hereby approved subject to the attached standard conditions and the following special conditions= ~naineerina Division 1) The Aspen Street driveway shall be at least 35 feet wide and located a minimum of 200 feet south of the Foothill Boulevard BCR and 100 feet north of the Laurel Street BCR. Upon development, Aspen Street shall be restriped to provide a two way left turn lane, from Foothill Boulevard to Red Oak Avenue. 2) Provide an additional 4 feet of dedication along the Foothill Boulevard frontage of Parcel 1, for a possible future 220-foot bus bay (60-70-90 with tapers). Dedication for a driveway right turn lane shall be" deferred until development or future subdivision of Parcel'2. 3) 4) Provide an emergency secondary access easement across Parcel 2; in favor of Parcel i (blanket is acceptable). A contribution in lieu of construction for the Foothill Boulevard median island shall be paid to the City as indicated below. The amount of the contribution shall be prorated on a per acre basis from the total contribution attributable to Parcel Map 10444. That total contribution shall be one half the cost of the median (estimated at $60 per linear foot) times the length of the Foothill Boulevard frontage from a projection of the easterly right-of-way line for Aspen Street to a projection of the westerly right-of-way line for Spruce Avenue. a) Contribution for Parcel 1 (1.4 acres) shall be paid prior to approval of the final parcel map. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP~4635 - RANCON REALTY. FUND III JUNE 22, 1994 PAGE 3 b) Contribution for Parcel 2 (G.0 acres} shall be paid prior to building permit issuance on or further subdivision of that parcel, whichever occurs first. Buildina and Safety Division l) Provide an exhibit showing proposed drainage facilities (driveway curb and/or gutter is acceptable} to support the location of drainage easements across Parcel 2 in favor of Parcel 1. Fire Division l) Individual fire protection facilities shall be provided for each building or parcel, unless an approved maintenance agreement is executed between all parties. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCANONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Bullet, Secretary I, Brad Bullet, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucmmonga, 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 22nd day of June, 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: o_co._, ~"' ~, ,; ,--,u:,_ .~"Wo'" -o~ ~"'-~- ~' ~., oe . '~r. z: ~' r' C~) ~ e) ~ . 0..~ ~.e~ u 0 u~q ~ ~ ¥ i ~.. ~ c~.~e ,~m;: · ~' '-.. el o I~ -~ -,, :s _ "~ a~: w~ ,D .D ~.4~'s' ~ ,,~ D,N ~ e e~ 0 _. ~._ ,.,~. .,~ - ~g Ig · -- - -, "" b. ,~ww.c ~m~ _e~ *' '~e.~ c~,~u I,~ ~-I:~ ,Go r~O e C 0 ~- z..,,~ ~ 04..',C U U . ~ O,,-.t 0 4~" e k 0.~'0,' m ,'.,-~ ,.-t,O I DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Co~ission Brad Buller, City Planner' Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 93-49 - WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES - The development of an integrated shopping center consisting of 15 buildings totaling 223,665 square feet and 1 fast food drive-thru restaurant totaling 3,000 square feet on 25 acres of land in the Co~nunity Comm%ercial District of the Terra Vista Co,unity Plan, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between Spruce and Elm Avenues - APN: 1077-421-58 and 63. BACkgROUND: To expedite the processing of the above-described application, staff pre-scheduled it for this meeting with the assumption that the Co~nission would have reviewed and accepted the related Terra Vista Colunity Plan Amendment at the hearing on May ll, 1994,. Instead, the Comission will be reviewing the revised changes to the design guidelines and the illustrative concepts in the Comunity Plan for the site at this meeting. Therefore, staff recolends that the application be considered at a later date so that the applicant has enough time to revise the development plans and re-submit them for the City's development review process. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Comission table this item. Staff will re-advertise the application with the proper description for the July 27, 1994, meeting. BB:NF/jfs ITEM F DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chair~an and Members of the Planning Comission Brad Bull,r, City Planner Scott Murphy, Associate Planner CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-15 - B.H.P. STEEL U.S.A., INC. (SUPRACOTE) A request to allow the use of a temporary office trailer for an existing industrial site in the General Industrial designation (Subarea 8) of ~he Industrial Area S~ecific Plan, located at 11200 Arrow Route - APN: 208-961-19. Related File: Conditional Use Permit 94-11. -'PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: Site Description: The site is presently developed with a 148,359 square foot industrial building. The business paints rolls of sheet metal. A large portion of the building is used for storage of the sheet metal rolls. The business involves frequent large truck trips to deliver the sheet metal rolls. B. Parking Calculations: Ntuaber of N,~mher of Type~ Square Parking Spaces Spaces of Use Foote~e Ratio Required Provided Office 7,960 I space/ 32 35 250 sq. ft. Processing/ 20,000 I space/ 20 Warehousing 1,000 sq. ft. 2O 20,000 I space/ 10 10 2,000 sq. ft. 101,743 1 space/ 25 25 4,000 sq. ft. Tote1 149,703 87 90 ANALYSIS: Background: On April 27, 1994, the Planning Co~m~ission approved plans for a 93,500 square foot expansion of the existing industrial building. The project includes the acquisition of the concrete tilt-up building to the ITEM G PLANNING CO~4ISSION ~AFF REPORT CUP 94-15 - B.H.P. STEEL U.S.A., INC. June 22, lg94 Page 2 west, the demolition of the rear third of the building, and the construction of a new structure connecting the existing Supracote facility with the concrete tilt-up building. The expansion plans include a new coating line for sheet metal rolls, warehouse area, and additional office area. General= Following approval of the expansion plans, the applicant identified a need to provide additional office space to meet the operational needs of their facility. With the expansion not yet ~nder construction, the applicant has requested approval to locate a temporary office trailer on their site during the construction of their expansion. The trailer will be located adjacent to the existing Supracote offices (see Exhibit "B") facing Arrow ~ute. Master Plan Requirement= The Development Code allows the use of temporary office trailers when submitted in conjunction with a ~ter Plan for development of ultimate improvements for the site. The Master Plan, in this case, is represented by the expansion plans recently approved. The plans call for the construction of permanent office space for the business. Time Limits: The Code allows the ten~0orary trailer use for an initial period of two years. Extensions may be granted for an additional 36 months. The ~ximum time limit shall not exceed five years from the date of original approval. The applicant proposes to use the trailer only during the expansion construction. The current construction schedule of the expansion anticipates con~letion to take roughly one year. The trailer will be removed at that time. Modular Unit Design= The applicant is proposing to use a ~,344 square foot modular unit as the temporary office. Bracing will be provided under the trailer to suppor~ the trailer foundation. The Development Code requires that office modules be designed to look permanent, including screening temporary foundations, screening utility equipment, and using architectural elements, such as overhangs and walkways. In this case, r~mps will need to be provided to meet accessibility requirements. The architecture of 2he structure, however, consists of a box. Staff suggests ~) color of the trailer be compatible with the existing building, 2) skirting around the base of the trailer, and 3) potted plants along the south and west elevations to be consistent with past Co~nission practice (ref. Conditional Use Permit 94-03) and to meet the Code requirements. Site Improvements: The Development Code requires "necessery street improvements, grading, drainage facilities, and landscaping" be installed in conjunction with temporary office modules. The street frontage of the property is fully improved. The landscaping located between the trailer and the street should provide a sufficient buffer. PLANNING CO~/~ISSION STAFF REPORT CUP 94-15 - B.H.P. STEEL U.S.A., INC. June 22, 1994 Page 3 RECOMMENDATION= Staff recomends that the Planning Corals sion approve Conditional Use Permit 94-~5 through adoption of the attached Resolution of A~roval. BB=SM=mlg Attachments= Exhibit "A" - Site Utilization Exhibit "B" - Site Plan Exhibit "C" - N~)~ular Unit Elevation Exhibit "D" - Expansion Plan Resolution of A~roval with Conditions 'F RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING CO~4ISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 94-~5, A REQUEST TO ALLOW THE USE OF A TEMPORARY OFFICE TRAILER FOR AN EXISTING INDUSTRIAL SITE IN THE GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DESIGNATION (SUBAREA 8) OF THE INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED AT 11200 ARROW ROUTE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 208-961-19. A. Recitals. ~. BHP Steel U.S.A., Inc. has file~ an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit No. 94-~5, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit req~est is referred to as "the application." 2. On the 22nd day of June 1994, the Planning Com~sion of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are tr~e and correct. 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced ~blic hearing on June 22, 1994, including written and Oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to property located at 1~200 Arrow Route with a street frontage of 875 feet and lot depth of 6~6 feet and is presently developed with two industrial buildings; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated for industrial uses and is developed with an industrial building. The property to the south is designated for industrial uses and is developed with industrial buildings and is vacant. The property to the east is designated for industrial uses and is vacant. The property to the west is designated for industrial uses and is developed with an industrial building; and c. The use of temporary office trailers is permitted subject to review and approval of a Conditional Use Permit application; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 94-15 - BHP STEE~U.S.A., INC. June 22, 1994 Page 2 d. The application, with the attached conditions of approval, will comply with all applicable standards of the Development Code~ and e. The applicant proposes to use the temporary office trailer during the construction of the 93,500 square foot expansion previously approved for the site. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows= a. That the proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located. b. That the proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be detrimental to the public health, ~afety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. c. That the proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code. 4. Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, it has been determined that the proposed project does not have the potential for causing significant effects on the environment. The project has been determined to be exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). The Planning Commission, having final approval over this project, has reviewed and considered this exemption, including the comments received during the public review process, prior to the approval of this project. 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 by this reference= Plannina Division Approval of this Conditional Use Permit shall remain in effect until completion and occupancy of the expansion area or a maximum of two years. If the expansion area is not complete at the end of the two years, extensions may be granted up to an additional 36 months for a maximum time period not to exceed five years from the original approval date. At that time, the trailer shall be removed from the site. 2~ Ramps/walkways shall be provided to meet accessibility requirements. The final plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Building Official and City Planner prior to issuance of building permits. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 94-15 - BHP STEEL'U.S.A., INC. June 22, 1994 Page 3 4) 6. The this Resolution. A trellis shall be provided on the south side of the trailer. The final plans shall be reviewed and approved by the City Planner prior to building permit issuance. The trailer shall "be painted to be compatible with the existing building to the satisfaction of the City Planner. If operation of the temporary trailer causes adverse impacts on adjacent properties, the Conditional Use Permit application shall be brought before the Planning Commission for conaideration of modifying or revoking use of the trailer. Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Bullet, Secretary I, Brad Bullet, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonge, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Pl&nning Co~nission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning commission held on the 22nd day of June 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT~ COMMISSIONERS: Ran ga DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS PROJECT #: SUBJECT: APPLICANT: LOCATION: Those items checked are Conditions of Approval. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 989-1861, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. Time Limits cominco. D.= / 1. Approval shall expire, unless extended by !he Planning Commission, it building permits are ---/ / not issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 months from the date of approval, 2. Development/Design Review shall be approved prior to / / ~ / 3. Approval of Tentative Tract No. is granted subject tothe approval of _~/ / SC-12/93 4. __/ / The developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced, participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a fire station to serve the development. The station shall be located, designed, and built to all specifications of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and shall become the District's proparty upon completion. The equipment shall be selected by the District in accordance with its needs. In any building of a station, the deveiopar shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The CFD shall be formed by rife District and the developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs. 5. Prior to recordation of the final map or the issuance of building permits, whichever comes _.../ / first, the applicant shall consent to, or participate in, the establishment of a Melio-Roos Community Facilities District for the construction and maintenance of necessary school facilities. However, if any school district has previously established such a Community Facilities District, the applicant shall, in the alternative, consent to the annexation of the project site into the territory of such existing District prior to the recordation of the final map or the issuance ol building permits, whichever comes first. Further, it the affected school district has not Iormed a Melio-Roos Community Facilities District within twelve months trom the date of approval of the project and prior to the recordation of the final map or issuance of building permits for said project, this condition shall be deemed null and void. 1 of~$ This condition shall be waived it Ihe City receives notice that the applicant and all affected school districts have entered into an agreement to privately accommodate any and all school impacts as a result of this project. o Prior to recordation of the final map or prior to issuance of building permits when no map is involved, writlen certification from the affected water distdct that adequate sewer and water facilities are or will be available to serve Ihe proposed project shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development. Such letter must have been issued by the water dislrict within 90 days prior to final map approval in the casa of subdivision or prior to issuarme 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, Dev¢opment Code regulations, and ,/',,/v~'~/',d,-/-. Specific Plan and Planned Community. ,/ ,/ 2. Prior 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. Occupancy of the facility shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and State Fire Marshall's 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 building shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy. 4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorpprating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. o 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 ol a custom lot subdivision, or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Deveioprnent Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community Plans or Specific Plans in effect at the time of Building Permit issuance. o A detailed on-site lighting plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City Planner and Sherilf's Department (989-6611) prior to the issuance of buildi.ng permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of shielding so as not to adversely affect adjacent properties. 8. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided, all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with all receptacles shielded from public v;ew. o 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 issuance of building permits. SC- t2/93 __ 10. 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, barming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. ~ ~ ~. 2 of t:~,~ Cont~edon Date: / / / / / I / / / / / / _._/ / __/ / __/ / __J / 11. Street names shall be submitted 1or City Planner review and approval in accordance with the adopted Street Naming Policy prior to approval of the final map. 12. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner, including proper illumination. 13. A detailed plan indicating trail widths, maximum slopes, physical conditions, fencing, and weed control, in accordance with City Master Trail drawings, shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval priorto approval'and recordation of the Final Tract Map and prior to approval of street improvement and grading plans. Developer shall upgrade and construct all trails, including fencing and drainage devices, in conjunction with street improvements. 14. The Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall not prohibit the keeping of equine animals where zoning requirements forthe keeping of said animals have been met. Individual lot owners in subdivisions shall have the option of keeping said animals without the necessity of appealing to boards of directors or homeowners' associations for amendments to the CC&Rs. 15. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering Divisions and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be provided to the City Engineer. 16. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property owner, homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 17. Solar access easements shall be dedicated for the purpose of assuming that each lot or dwelling unit shall have the right to receive sunlighl across adjacent lots or units for use of a solar energy system. The easements may be contained in a Declaration of Restrictions for the subdivision which shall be recorded concurrently with the recordation of the final map or issuance of permits, whichever comes first. The easements shall prohibit the casting of shadows by vegetation, structures, fixtures or any other object, except for utility wires and similar objects, pursuant to Development Code Section 17.08.060-G-2. 18. The project contains a designated Historical Landmark. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the Historic Landmark'Alteration Permit No. · Any further modifications to the site including, but not limited to, exterior alterations and/or interior alterations which affect the exteriorof the buildings or structures, removal of landmark trees, demolition, reiocation, reconstruction of buildings or structures, or changes to the site, shall require a modification to the Historic Landmark Alteratioim Permit subject to Historic Preservation Commission review and approval. C. B~ildlng Design SC-12/93 An alternative energy system is required tu provide domestic hot water for all dwelling units and tor heating any swimming pool or spa, unless other alternative energy systems are demonstrated to be of equivalent capacity and efficiency. All ewimrning pools installed at the time of initial development shall be supplemented with ~olar heating. Details shall be included in the building plans and shall be submitted tor City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. All dwellings shall have the front, side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment, detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 3 of~ Completion Date: __/ / / / / / __J / __/ / I / __/ / / / DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Co~ission Brad Buller, City Planner' Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SIGN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 94-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - Consideration of various amendments to the Sign Ordinance. STAFF REPORT BACKGROUND: On October 20, 1993, the City Council directed staff to work with the Planning Commission and small business owners on temporary sign issues (see Exhibit "A"). This action was taken in response to concerns raised by Mr. Glenn Crown, owner of Offroad Chicken, regarding signs within the Alta Loma Plaza shopping center on the southeast corner of 19th and Carnelian Streets. On October 28, 1993, Planning Co.~[ssioner Peter Tolstoy, Planning Division staff, and Chamber of Commerce representatives.held a meeting with the tenants of the Alta Loma Plaza. The meeting was held at Offroad Chicken and attended by Mr. Crown, Mr. Sig Sliwoski (shopping center owner), and two tenants within the center. SIGN TASK FORCE: A Sign Task Force was assembled to address the sign needs of small business owners. This Task Force was comprised of Planning Commissioners Larry McNiel end Peter Tolstoy, Chamber of Co~nerce representatives, Planning Division staff~ 'and Mr. Sliwoski, as well as representatives of the Lucky's shopping center and Lewis Homes Management Company (owner and manager of several shopping centers in the City). The Sign Task Force has met five times since last October. The Task~ Force reviewed the City's current Sign Ordinance regulations for tenant identification. A wide variety of permanent end temporary signs are presently allowed (see Exhibit "B"). The Task Force determined that the primary issue is the inability of many small businesses to get their name on the monument sign' along the street. The Sign Ordinance allows one monument sign per street frontage. Each monument sign can list the name of the center plus two tenants or identify three tenants. Therefore, a double-faced monument sign could provide identification for 4-6 tenants in a typical neighborhood shopping center which normally averages 14-20 tenants. MONUMENT SIGNS: Many different options were discussed by the Sign Task Force. Essentially, there are two choices that allow more tenants to have their name on a monument sign: either allow more monument signs or allow bigger monument signs. Options which were reviewed by the Task Force are briefly described below and compared in the attached Exhibit "C." ITEM H PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT SOA 94-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA June 22, 1994 Page 2 OPTION 1: Double the number of monument signs allowed to two per street. OPTION 2: Double the monument sign area to 48 square feet. OPTION 3: Increase the monument sign area to 80 square feet. These options are illustrated in the attached Exhibit "D." Regardless of which option is selected, the Task Force recon~nended that the City adopt the following regulations: 1) limit major anchor identification to 50 percent of monument sign area to ensure adequate space for other tenants, and 2) adopt an 8-inch minimum letter height guideline to ensure legibility. TEMPORARY SIGNS: The use of temporary signs, such as banners or ground mounted signs, is an important means of advertising for many businesses. In evaluating the current regulations, the Task Force found that the allowable total display periods were, for the most part, adequate. Where they did find room for improvement was in providing flexibility in the use of these time periods by individual businesses and in identifying the need for new businesses to have additional advertising opportunities. It should be noted that no changes are being proposed to the allowable types of signs, sizes, colors, or locations. The following changes were recommended by the Task Force: Temporary Advertising Signs: Each business will continue to have the ability to display a temporary sign at their business location (on the building face or directly in front of their unit). In addition, shopping centers will also be allowed a temporary sign under these same criteria to advertise special events, promotions, or to showcase a new business. The recommended changes are as follows: Signs may be approved in periods of at least seven days for a total ~of up to nine times (weeks) per year (current code allows a 15-day minimum period for a total of four periods per year). A maximum of four periods may be approved consecutively to allow a single sign to be displayed for up to 28 days (current code allows a 30-day maximu~ by combining two 15-day periods). 3. A minimum of two weeks shall be required between approved display periods (current policy requires one week between periods). The total n,,mher of days a sign may be displayed is 63 days per calendar year (increased from 60 days to correlate with the actual n%,mher of days in nine 7-day weeks). pLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT SOA 94-0~ - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA June 22, 1994 Page 3 Grand Opening Signs: New businesses have a particularly urgent need to identify themselves and their location. A temporary sign can be of use to alert potential customers even prior to opening for business. For these reasons, the allowable time periods for "Grand Opening" signs have been increased and the reco~nended changes are as follows: A "Grand Opening" sign may be displayed for a period of up to 90 days (increased from a total of 45 days permitted by current code). The display period is broken down to be used 30 days prior to the opening of the business and 60 days after opening. 2. A sign of this type would be available only for a newly established business or a change of business name following a closure. 3. An application for such a sign must be made either prior to opening or within the first 60 days of operation. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Comission select an option and give direction to staff to bring back the appropriate Ordinance. City Planner BB:DC/jfs Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Minutes of October 20, 1993, City Council Meeting Exhibit "B" - Sua~ary of Current Sign Regulations Exhibit #C" - Monument Sign Options Exhibit "D" - Illustrative Monument Sign Options City Council Minutes October 20, 1993 Page 5 COq~ember Buquet felt this should be continued until the first of the year, and not regulate at this time. Councilm'~,~_~Guhetrez felt Marks deserved a chance and agreed with C ~ouncilmember Buquet. Councilmember~,~xander asked if the City decides not to regulate, could they change their minds within the next 120 day period. ~ Susan Mickey, Manageme~yst I, s~ed they could real~iy to regulate. B'll M~ arks sm~d if they%~e not in the middle of the Simmons deal, they would probably be asking the City to regulate when this c~es up again. He suv. ed for tonight~ he would ask that the Council not go Bill Marks, Jr., reidrated to the Counc~they can go back and regulate at any time. RESOLU~NO. 93-189 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY C(~CIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTIN~PROCEDURES PERMITTING TH~ REGUL ~A ON OF CABLE TELEVISION RA~S FOR BASIC SERVICE AND ' ~ ATED EQUiYMF~VT MOTION Med b B t ded b ilW !iam~~~ontinue the ~egulatiofi~ue to January 5, 1994 includin~ R 1 tiesou ~93 1-89. MotioncamedunanimouslyS-0. Ma S t he '~ m ~ ru~~ about h the~ede~ go ernv ment han~ed this issue. He'~l the law does no~ give the Ciiy the pleasure of tolally regulating cable and ~at all the City can do is regulate the ' rate. I. COUNCIL BUSINESS II. REOUEST BY GLENN CROWN TO DISCUSS SIGNS IN TH~ ALTA LOMA PLAT, A SHQPPING C~-NTER ON ~ SOUTI~&~T CORN{:R OF CARN~.IAN AND 19TH STS Mr. G!.~nn Crown, Off Road Chicken and BBQ, Carnelian and 19th Slteet~ felt the Sign Ordinance was prejudicial to small busine~_s owners. He continued to comment on the staff repott and how he disagreed with it. He presented pictures to the Council and mentioned he did not like how the Code Enfo~ment Deparm~nt hamiled his situation. Mr. Crown read comments from Mr. John Trimm, 9687 Base Line, which stated he felt sandwich board signs are the most effective me~od of advertising used by him. He felt he was losing money becau~ of not being able to adve~.ise appro~ly. He felt ~e Council should open their eyes to small business and u'y to help them out. Mr. Crown felt the Sign Ordinanc~ should be looked ac He staled he is willing to sit on a committee to Ity to change the r~gulations. Mayor Stout s,n,_~ the Sign Ordinance was developed because the people dmt spoke at the time it was developed did not want Rancho Cucamonga to look like Holt Blvd. Councilmember Alexander stated he basicily agreed with Mr. Crown ~ the City needs to do something to ~ist the business community, but that he did not feel it should look like Holt Blvd. City Council Minutes October 20, 1993 Page 6 Councilmember Buquet felt he should sit down with Brad Buller and talk through some of his issues. He stated he felt Mr. Crown has gotten some of the things he wanted when he acts reasonable with staff and does not threaten them. He stated he felt the City is willing to listen to suggested changes. Councilmember Gutierrez suggested that Mr. Crown work with the Planning Commission on some of his issues. He felt there could be a group get together to work on'some of his concerns. Mayor Stout felt the Planning Commission and staff should look at some of the larger centers' signage also. He asked Mr. Markman to describe what the City can do legally. James Marlonan, City Attorney, stated staff would have to work on this and go before the Planning Commission and then back to the City Council. He felt this would take about 3 to 4 months. He felt Mr. Crown should work with the Planning Commission for some kind of temporary sign relief. Councilmember Williams felt when a shopping center paints their windows they are diminishing some of their security, and she also indicated she did not like all the paint on the windows. Mayor Stout and Councilmember Buquet suggested that Brad Bullet work with the Planning Commission and small business owners on temporary signage issues that ate occurring right now, Councilmember Buquet felt Brad Bullet should work with the people in this particular center f'u-st to discuss their issues. Councilmember Gutierrez suggested Brad Buller work with the Code Enforcement Division on how they deal with problems and the general public as far as professionalism towards customers. MOTION: Moved by Stout, seconded by Buquet for Planning staff to work with the Planning Commission and small business owners on temporary signage issues. Motion carried 4-1 (Alexander no). Councilmember Alexander stated he felt the rest of the people that wanted to speak on this issue should be given the chance to do so. Mayor Stout called a recess at 9:22 p.m. Councilmembers present. The meeting was called back to order at 9:33 p.m. with all Sigmond Solowski, owner of the Aim Loma Plaza, asked that there be a correction made in the staff report in parngmph I where it discusses 4 monument signs, and stated he did not agree with how this was written. He stated it look him over one year to change signs to get what he has now. He stated he is not here only on Mr. Crown's behalf, but for the other tenants also. lie stated he would be happy to work with Mr. Crown and City staff on the issues brought up. He stated he would take pictures of Tustin Avenue in Orange County to be discussed at the meetings. Mayor Stout asked him to hake the pictures on the sffeet as it goes from City Io City. Councilmember Williams stated she did not feel the windows should be painted all over them. Mr. Solowski commented on the vacancy rate in commemial areas in Rancho Cucamonga. City Councfi Minutes October 20, 1993 Page 7 Mayor Stout stated the best marketing tool for a shopping center is public safety. Councilmember Buquet asked him what his vacancy rate is. Mr. Solowski stated "0". Councilmember Buquet stated he would like to get Mr~ Solowski's input regarding this issue. Brad Bullet, City Planner, stated he has worked with Mr. Crown and the other tenants with regards to their signs and felt there was flexibility in the Sign Ordinance to possibly assist them. Councilmember Buquet asked if there was a way to deal with this that would not be a long drawn out process. Brad Bullet, City Phanner, stated he felt there would be a way to deal with it fairly quickly. .I. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING $1. Buquet stated he would like to talk about his right sizing item when the Council talks about in November. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC the public. No communications were MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by matters. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0. AD.IOURNMENT ~et to adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel adjourned at 9:49 p.m. R,~.ffully submitted, City Clerk Approved: November 17, 1993 m ~ m~ C .R H.O April 18, 1994 t9s South C ~eet, Suite 200 ~'~ O~ree 8o~ ioee 714-832,1834 JUN 2 ! 1994 Mr. Scott Murphy City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California 91729-807 Re ~ The Olive Garden 10918 Foothill Blvd. Rancho Cuca~onga~ CA Development Review 94-02 Dear Scott= At the request of General Mills Restaurants Inc., we wish to withdraw the agplication for Development Review 94-02. Sincerely, CR~O Ar=hitects~ Inc. Eva M. $1oan F.~v,S/de c.c. Mr. Tracy Wade, GMRI DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Bullet, City Planner Scott Murphy, Associate Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS. INC. - A request to construct an 8,540 square foot restaurant on a 2.2 acre parcel in the Office Park designation of the Terra Vista Pkanned Community, located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue - APN: 1077-421-58. BACKGROUND: On May 11, 1994, the Planning Commission continued this item to allow staff the opportunity to make contact with the applicant and the applicant's client, Olive Garden Restaurant, to discuss the project and to make arrangements to have a representative present at the meeting. Staff has mede contact with a real estate representative from Olive Garden Restaurants who indicated their desire to continue with the application. A representative will be available at the meeting on behalf of Olive Garden Restaurants. However, should a representative of the applicant not be in attendance, staff would still recommend that the Commission take action anyway in order to bring closure to this item and comply with State mandated processing time periods. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review 94-02 in accordance with the staff report dated April 27, 1994, through adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval with conditions. Respectfully submitted, City Planner BB:SM:mlg Attachments= Staff Report Dated April 27, 1994 Resolution of Approval with Conditions ITEM I DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA April 27, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission STAFF REPORT Brad Buller, City PlanneL Scott Murphy, Associate Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS, INC. - A request to construct an 8,540 square foot restaurant on a 2.2 acre parcel in the Office Park designation of the Terra Vista Planned Community, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue - APN: 1077-421-58. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: ao Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: North - Vacant; Terra Vista Planned Community, Office Park South - Vacant; Industrial Area Specific Plan, Industrial Park (Subarea 7) East - Vacant; Terra Vista Planned Co~aunity, Office Park West - Commercial Center; Terra Vista Planned Community, Commercial Community General Plan Designations: Project Site - Office North - Office South - Industrial Park East - Office West - Community Commercial Site Characteristics: The site is presently vacant with an average slope of approximately 2 percent from north to south. No significant vegetation exists on the site. D. Parking Calculations: Number of Number of Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces of Use Footage Ratio Required Provided Restaurant 6,000 1 space/ 60 60 100 sq. ft. 2,540 1 space/ 46 72 55 sq. ft. Total 8,540 106 132 PLANNING COMMISSION S~FF REPORT DR 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS, INC. April 27, 1994 Page 2 ANALYSIS: General: The applicant is proposing to develop an 8,540 square foot restaurant located at the corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue. The restaurant's entrance will face Foothill Boulevard. Hardscape and benches will be provided along the Foothill Boulevard frontage. Parking for the facility will be located to the east and north of the restaurant building. Access to the site will be gained via a driveway off Spruce Avenue, and also ultimately from Foothill Boulevard. Design Review Co~nittee: The Design Review Comittee (Lumpp, Bullet) reviewed the application on March 15, 1994. At that time, the Co~nittee recommended the following conditions be incorporated into the plans prior to Planning Co~nission consideration: Additional architectural detailing/treatment should be provided on the Spruce Avenue (west) elevation. The detailing should include the use of columns slightly recessed to appear as a structural element. 2. Columns should be provided to frame the main entry. 3. The stucco and cornice treatment provided on the parapet should be carried around to the back side of the parapet. 4. The loading area at the north side of the building should be striped and posted for "loading only." 5. The trash enclosure should be redesigned to include an overhead trellis, roll-up door, and wall cap. The screen wall along the north elevation should be extended to a point in line with the tower element and landscaping should be provided on the north side of the wall. The applicant should explore the possibility of providing additional hardscape, benches, tree wells, etc., at the southeast corner of the building to provide a more inviting waiting/plaza area. 8. A cap should be provided on the screen walls. To address the Com~ittee's concerns, the applicant has revised the site plan to extend the screen wall and provide landscaping along the north elevation and has provided additional hardscape and benches along the southern portion of the building. Staff has spoken with the applicant about the possibility of providing additional hardscape and benches at the main entry. The applicant has expressed concern about the grading that will take place within this area and, therefore, suggests that additional review with staff occur prior to building permit issuance. The applicant has also revised the building elevations to provide columns at the main entry and along both the east and west elevations. The col-mns however PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS, INC. April 27, 1994 Page 3 are not recessed as suggested by the Design Review Con~nittee. The applicant believes that recessing the columns will obscure their visibility and not provide the relief desired. Additionally, the applicant believes that it will not be noticeable that the columns are not supporting a structural element~ because the tops of the columns are under the awnings. A condition of approval has been included in the Resolution requiring the recessing of those column elements. If the Planning Commission believes that the condition is not necessary, it should be removed prior to adoption of the Resolution. All other items identified by the Design Review Con~ittee have been included as conditions of approval in the Resolution. Environmental Assessment: Staff has completed Part II of the Initial Study and determined that the development of the restaurant will not have a significant impact on the environment. As a result, staff reco~nends that the Planning Co~nission adopt a Negative Declaration for the project. RECOMMENDATION: Staff reco~nends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review 94-02 through adoption of the attached Resolution and issue a Negative Declaration for the project. City Planner BB:SM:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Location Map Exhibit "B# - Master Plan Exhibit "C" - Site Plan Exhibit "D" - Landscape Plan Exhibit "E" - B~ilding Elevations Exhibit "F# - Grading Plan Resolution of Approval with Conditions I S\ I RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ~ANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 94-02, A REQUES~ TO CONSTRUCT AN 8,540 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT ON A 2.2 ACRE PARCEL IN THE OFFICE PARK DESIGNATION OF THE TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMUNITY, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND SPRUCE AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF APN: 1077-421-58. A. Recitals. 1. CRHO Architects, Inc. has filed an application for the approval of Development Review No. 94-02 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review request is referred to as "the application." 2. On the 22nd day of June 1994, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based u~on substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced meeting on June 22, 1994, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows~ a. The application applies to property located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue with street frontages of 292 feet along Foothill Boulevard and 242 feet along Spruce Avenue. The property is presently vacant; and b. The properties to the north and east of the subject site are designated for office park uses and are vacant. The property to the south is designated for industrial use and is vacant, the property to the west is designated for commercial uses and is developed with a commercial center; and c. The development of the restaurant is consistent with the office park designation of the Terra Vista Planned Community and the office designation of the General Plan; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS, INC. June 22, 1994 Page 2 d. The application, with the attached Conditions of Approval, will comply with all applicable. standards of the Development Code and Terra Vista Community Plan. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and b. That the proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and c. That the proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code; and d. That 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. 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 ~nitial 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. That, 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 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as followe~ 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 wildlife 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 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS, INC. June 22, 1994 Page 3 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 attached Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated by this reference. Plannin~ Division 1) The following items shall be included on the final building plans for review and approval by the City Planner prior to building permit issuance: a~' The stucco and cornice treatment shall be carried around to the back side of the parapet. b) The trash enclosure shall be designed to include an overhead trellis, roll-up door, and wall cap. c) A cap shall be provided on the screen walls. d) The loading area shall be striped and/or posted. e) The columns shall be recessed on the east and west elevations to appear as if supporting the soffit. 2) The final grading and site plans shall be reviewed to determine if additional hardscape and benches can be provided adjacent to the main entry. The final plans shall be approved by the City Planner prior to building permit issuance. 3) All signs shall be internally illuminated channel letters. The maximum number of signs shall be limited to 3 (combination of wall and/or monument signs). The final plans shall be reviewed by the City Planner prior to permit issuance. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 94-02 - CRHO ARCHITECTS, INC. June 22, 1994 Page 4 4) This approval is only for an 8,540 square foot restaurant. The Master Plan is not approved herewith and requires separate Commission review and approval. 5) A Type III Gateway shall be installed at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue. The design and setback shall be consistent with the gateway on the west side of Spruce Avenue. The final plans shall be reviewed and approved by the City Planner prior to building permit issuance. Engineerins Division 1) All applicable conditions of Resolution No. 93-26 for Parcel Map 14331 shall apply. 2) A sidewalk easement along Spruce Avenue to achieve a 12-foot parkway shall be dedicated. The parkway within the sidewalk easement on Foothill Boulevard shall be designed as follows: a) The sidewalk shall be constructed in conformance with City Standard No. 114. b) Public sidewalk shall not be integrated into private access. c) No private hardscape shall be placed between public sidewalk and curb (monument sign on landscape plan). 4) City Plan No. 1342 shall be revised to reflect the new mid-block driveway on Spruce Avenue including modifications to signing and striping as approved by the City Engineer. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 1994. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 94-02 - CRHO ARCHLTECTS, INC. June 22, 1994 Page 5 ATTEST: Brad Bullet, 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 22nd day of June 1994, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAN DAR D .CON DITIONS PROJECT #: ,~'1"'~'~-~'/'~'"/~ '------------------~/'"" SU~ECT: APPLICANT: ~ ~~'~ ~' LOCATION: "~ ~/~ / ~ose items che~ are ~ of ~v~l. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (714) ~.1861, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. Time Llmltl 1. Approval shall expire, unless extended by the Planning Commission, if building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 mG,~hs lrom the date of approval. 2. Development/Design Review shall be approved I:xlor to I / 3. Approval of Tentative Tract No. is granted sub~sct to the apWoval of SC - 2/g t 4. The developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced, padicipated in, or consummated, a Mallo-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance ol a life station to serve the development. The station shall be Iotated, designed, and built to all specifications of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and shall become the Distdcrs property upon completion. The equipment shall be selected by the Distrk~ in accordance with its neede. In any building of a station, the developer shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The CFD shall be lombeel by the District and the developer by the time recon:lation of the final map occurs. ~ Prior to recordation of the final map or the issuance of building parmits, whichever comes first, the alN31icant shall consent to, or participate in, the establishment of a Melio-Roos Community Facilities District for the construction and maintenance of necessary school facilities. However, if any school district has ~eviou$1y established such a Community Facilities District, the applicant shall, in the alternative, consent to the annexation ol the project site into the territory of such existing District Ixior to the recordation of the final map or the issuance of building parmb, whichever comes llrst. Furlher, if the affected school district has not formed a Mello-Rcos Community Facilities District within twelve months from the date of approval of the project and prior to the recordation of the linat map or issuance of building permits for said Ixoject, this condition shall be deemed null and void. I o~' 12 ._/ / / / / / / / This condition shall be waived if the City receives notice that the applicant and all affected school districts have entered into an agreement to privately accommodate any and all sclx)ol impacts as a result of this project. Prior to recordation of the final map or prior to 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 Developmerit. Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days prior to tinal mapapprovalinthe caseof subdivision orprior to issuance of parrnits in the case of all other residentfar projects. O. Site Development v/ 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 Specific Plan and Planned Community. 4. 6. Prior 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. Occupancy of the facility shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and State Fire Marshalrs regulations have been compiled with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be submitted to the Rancho Cucamenga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division to show compliance. The building shall be inspected for cornpllance prior to Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prk)r to issuarlce of building parmits. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street ifT4xovement 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 al:q3mval in the came of a custom lot subdivision, or approved use has commenced, whichever COlTmS first. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all se(W~ons of the Development Code, all other el~pl!:-'-Ia City Ordinances, and el:pf~'~le Community Plato or Specific Plans ira effect at the time of Building Permit issuance. A detailed on-alta lighting plan shaN be reviewed and approved by the City Planner and Sheriffs Department (989.~11) I~or to the m of building pamas. Suc~ plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of shielding so as not to ag:lversely affect adjacent properties. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided, all trash p~-up shall be for individual units with all raceptacles shielded from public view. ,/ SC - 2/91 Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations, and the number of trash receptacles Shall be subtact to City Planner review and approval pdor to issuance of building parmits. __ 10. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances sucfi 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, barming, ariel/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. ~ I(~' 2 of 12 / / / / __/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / 11. Street names shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval in accordance with the adopted Street Naming Policy prior to approval of the final map. 12. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner, including proper illumination. 13. A detailed plan indicating trail widths, maximum slopes, physical conditions, fencing, and weed control, in accordance with City Master Trail drawings, shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to approval. and recordation of the Final Tract Map and prior to approval of street improvement and grading plans. Developer shall upgrade and construct all trails, including fencing and drainage devices, in conjunction with street improvements. 14. The Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall not prohibit the keeping of equine animals where zoning requirements forthe keeping of said animals have been met. Individual lot owners in subdivisions shall have the option of keeping said animals without the necessity of appealing to beards of directors or homeowners' associations for amendments to the CC&Rs. 15. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation el the Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering Divisions and the City Attorney. They shall be receded concurrently with the Final Map or prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever _oc~_Jrs first. A recorded copy shall be provided to the City Engineer. 16, All part(ways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property owner, homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 17. Solar access easements shall be dedicated for the purpose of assuming that each lot or dwelling unit shall have the right to receive sunlight across adjacent lots or units for use of a solar energy system. The easements may be contained in a Dectar-at,ion of Restrictions for the subdivision which shall be recoKlad concurrerlUy with the recordation of the final map or issuance of permits, whichever comas first. The easement~ shall prohibit the casting of shadows by vegetation, structures, fixtures or any other object, axcep~ for utility wires and similar objects, pursuant to Development Code Section 17.08.060-G-2. 18. The project comains a designated Historical Landmark. The site shall be developed and mainta!ped in accordance with the Historic Landma~/dieration Permit No. · Any further modltioations to the site including, but not limited to, exterior alterations and/or interior alterations which affect the exterior of the buildings or structures, mmovalof landmark trees, demolition, reiocation, reconstruction of buildings or structures, or changes to the site, shall require a modification to the Historic Landmark Alteration Permit subject to Historic Preservation Commission review and aPlm)vaL Compleam~ / /__ / / / / __./ / __/ / / / / / C. Building Design An alternative energy system is required to provide domestic hot water for all dwelling units and for heating any swimming pool or spa, unless other altemalive energy systems are demonstrated to be of equivalent capacity and efficiency. NI swimming pools inatallad at the time of initial development shall be supplemented with solar heating. Details shell be included in the building plans and shell be submitted for Cib/Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. SC - 2/91 All dwellings shall have the front, side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment, detailing and increased delineation of sudace treatment subject to City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. 3 o1' 12 D. Parking 3. Standard patio (:over plans for use by the Homeowners' Association shall be submitted for City Planner and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. All roof apl:xJrtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered lrom adjacent properties and streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated with the building design and.constnJcted to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be included in building plans. artel Vehicular Access (Indicate dMalle on'building plana) 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). Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/ plazas/recreational uses. All parking spaces shall be double striped par City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances, and exits shall be striped par City standards. 4. All units shall be provided with garage door openers ff driveways are less than 18 fe,'~ in deplh from back of sidewalk. The Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on this site unless they are the pdncilMi source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, City Engineer, and Rancho Cucarnonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building parmits. E. Landscaping (for publicly maintained landleape areas, reler to Section N.) v// 1. Acletailedlanciscapeand'arigationplan, inckJdtngslolxplantinganclmoclelhome landscap- ing in the case of residential development, ~ be prepared by a licensed landeca~ architect and submitted for Clly Planner review and aplx~wal prior to the issuance of building permits or I:mor final ~ approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision. ,/ / 2. ~istir~ trees required to be pmse~ed in place shall be protected with a construction barder in acco rdanco wi~ the MunlcipaJ Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading plans. The Iocation(d those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for tran~4~anted trees shall be shown off the detailed landecape p~ane. The appacant shall follow all of tim atbortst's recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting and trimming methods. A minimum of trees pergross acre, cornl:med of the following sizes, shall be provided within the project: %- 48. inch box or larger, % - 36- ~ box or linger, ~ % - 24- inch box or larger, % - 15-galion, and ~ % - 5 gallon. 4. A minimum of ~,~ .% of trees planted within the project shall be specimen size trees - 24-inch box or larger. __ 5. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-galicn tree for every three parking stalls, sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21. .__/ / / / / / __J / / / / / _./ / / / ._/ / / / / / / / SC - 2/9 t 4of 12 v/ 7. Trees shall be planted rn areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one tree per 30 linear feet of building. All private slope banks 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 1or erosion coNmi. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy. / / / / 8. AIIprivateslopesinexcessof5feet, butlessthan8 feet invertlcalheightandot2:1 orgreater / / 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 sio13e area, 1 -gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. ol slope area, and apgropriate ground cover. In addition, slope banks in excess ol 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. 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 9. For single family residential devaioprneht, all slope planting and irrigation shall be continu- / /. ously maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is soldandocoupledbythebuyar. Priortoreleaalngoocu13ancyfortho~eunits, aninspectldn shall be conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in satidacton/ 10. For multi-family residenliai andnon-residential development, property owners are respon- sible for the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted areas within the public right-of-way. All lan~ areas shell be kept free from weeds and del:)ds and maintained in a healthy and thriving condition, and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming. Any damaged, dead, diseased, or decaying plant material shah be replaced within 30 days from the date of damage. 11. From yard landeca~ng shell be required per the Development Code and/or · This requiremere shell be in addition to the required street trees and slo&e planting. 12. The final design of the perimeter parkways, wails, landscarting, and sidewalks shell be inctuded in the required lar~ pins and shal be subject to City Planner review and al:q:)mval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the Engineering Division. Speciar landecape features such as mounding, aluvlal rock, si~cknen size trees, meander- ing sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, ls required along ,~',~',,///.~. ~-v~, 13. 14. Landscaping and intgation systems required to be installed within the pubic right-of-way on the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the daveloper. SC - 2/9 1 15. All walls shell be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division. 16. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and sul~Tdtted for City Planner review and apl~oval p, lor to issuance of building parm~s. These criteria shell encourage the natural growth characteristics of the selected tree species. 17. Landscal:)ing and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of Xeriscal:)e as defined in Cha13ter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamenga Municioai Code. 5 of 12 / / __/ / / / / / _./ / / / F. Signs The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this al:~roval. 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 parmits. Directory monument sign(s) shall be provided for apartment, condominium, or townhomes prior to occupancy and shall require separate al:~ication and approval by the Planning Division pdor to issuance of I~uilding parmits. G. Environmental / / _._/ / ._J / The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the Fourth Street Rock Crusher project in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property. 2. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the City Adopted Special S!udlas Zone for the Red Hill Fault, in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property. 3. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer wnften notice of the Foothill Freeway project in a standard format~ as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. The final report shall discuss the lavei of interior noise attenuation to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided, and if al:~oprtate, verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will be checked for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report. ! / H. Other Agenclee v/ 1. Emergency socondary _a,~e_ _ ss shall be provided in acorn'dance with Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Standards. Emergency access shall be provided, maintenance free and clear, a minimum of 26 feet wide at all ti'~tes cluring construction in accordance with Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District requirements. Prior to issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection D~rict that temlx)rary water supply for fire protection is available, pending co.~{ion of required fire protection system. 4. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential davelopmerls shall provide a solid overhead structure for mail boxes with adequate IighUng. The final location of the mall boxes and the design of the overhead structure shall be su~ect to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building peri.its. / / __/ / / / / / SC - 2/91 For projects using septic tank facilities, written certification of aCCelXabitity, including all supportive information, shall be obtained from the San Bernardino County Department of Environmental Health and submitted to the Building Olficial prior to the issuance of Septic Tank Permits, and prior to issuance of building permits. / / APPLICANTS SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (714) 989-1863, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: I. Site Development 1. The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechani- cal Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Coda, and all other applical~le 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. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential dwelling unit(s) or major addition to existing unit(s), the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee, Systems Development Fee, Permit and Plan Checking Fees, and School Fees. __/ / / / // 3. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development or _._/ / addition to an existing development, the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: Systems Development Fee, Drainage Fee, School Fees, Permit and Plan Checking Fees. 4. Streetaddressessha~~bepr~videdbytheBui~ding~~icia~~attertract/parce~maprecordatlon __/ / and prior to issuance of building permits. J. Existing Structure~ 1. Provide compliance with the Uniform Building Code for the property line clearances ---/ / considering use, area, and fire-reeiativeness of existing buildings. 2. Existing buildings shall be made to comply with correct building and zoning regulations for / / the intended use or the building $hetl be demolished. 3. Existing sewage disposal facilities shall be removed, fiited and/or capped to comply with the / / Uniform Plumping Code and Unifom~ Building Code. 4. UlXiergfound oft-site utllitkls are to be located and show11 Oll building p1~15 sul~11itted for ..._/ / K. Gredlng Grading of the sul:~ect property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City Grating Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial confomlance wilh the approved grating plan. .__/ / / 2. A soils refx~ shall be prepared by a qualified enginser licensed by the State of Calffomia to ---J /.- perform such worlc. -/ SC-2/91 3. The development is located within the soil erosion control boundaries; a Soil Disturbance Permit is required. Please contact San Bernardino County Department of Agrtcuiture at (714) 387-2111 for permit application. Documentation of such permit shall be sul:Xl~ted to the City prior to the issuance of rough grading permit. 4. A geological reporl shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the time of application for grating plan check. 5. The final grating plans shall be completed and approved phor to issuance of building permits. 70f 12 / / 6. As a custom-lit subclivislin, the following requirements shall be met: a. Surety shall be posted and an agreement executed guaranteeing completion of all on-site drainage facilities necessary for dewatering all parcels to the satisfaction of the Building and Safety Divlsicn priorto final map approval and prior to the issuance of grading permits. b. Appropdafe easements for safe disposal of drainage water that are conducted onto. or over adjacent parcels, are to be 'delineated and recorded to the satisfaction of the Building and Safety Division prior to issuance of grading and building permits. c. On-site drainage improvements, necessary for dewatering and Ixotecting the subdivided properties, are to be installed prior to issuance of building permits for construction upon any parcel that may be subject to drainage flows entering, leaving, or within a parcel relative to which a building permit is requested. d. Final grading plans for each parcel are to be submitted to the Building and Safety Division for approval prior to issuance of building and grading parmits. (This may be on an incremental or composite basis.) eo All slope banks in excess of 5 feet in vertical height shall be seeded with native grasses or planted with ground cover for erosion control upon completion of grading or some other alternative method of erosion control shall be completed to the sateaction of me Building Official. In addition a permanent irrigation system shall be provided. This requirement cioes not release the applicant/develiper from compliance with the slope planting requirements of Section 17.08.040 1 of the Devaloptneht Code. C.o~plc~.~ Da~e: .__7 / ._J / / / ___/ / ___/ / APPUCANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DNISION, (714) 98~-1BE2, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: L. Dedication an~l Vehicular Ae~eea 1. Rights*of-way and easements shall be dedicated to the City for all interior public streets, commun~y trails, public paseos, public lander, ape areas, street trees, and public drainage facilities as Shown on the plans and/or tentafire map. Private eesemahts for non-public facilities (ctoas-iot drainage, local feeder trails, etc.) shall be reserved as shown on the plans and/or tentative map. 2. Dedicaticn shall be made of the following rights*of-way on the perimeter streets (maas~red from street centerline): total feet on total feet on total feet on total feet on 3. An irrevocable offer of dedication for for all private streets or drives. 4. -fool wide roadway easemaht shall be ma~e Non-vehicular _acce__ss shall be dedic~ed to !t~ City for the following streets: __/ / / / SC - 2/91 5. Reciprocal access easements shall be pmvid~ ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or tw deeds and shall be recorded concurrenlty with the map or prior to the issuance of building parmits, where no map is involved. ---~__.~...~ 8 of 12r'"~ __/ / 6. Private drainage easeh~ents for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated or noted on the final map. 7. The final map shall clearly delineate a 10-foof minimum building restriction area on the neighboring lot adjoining the zero lot line wall and contain the following language: 'YWe hereby dedicate to the City of Rancho Cucamonga the right to prohibit the construction of (residential) buildings (or other structures) within those areas designated on the map as building restriction areas.' A maintenance agreement shall also be granted from each lot to the adjacent lot through the CC&R's. /, 8. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shell be quitclaimed or delineated on the final map. 9. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees p~aced outside the public right-of-way shall be dedicated to the City wherever they encroach onto private property. 10. Additional street right-of-way shell be dedicated along right tum lanes, to provide a minimum of 7 feel measured from the face of curbs. If curb adjacent sidewalk is used along the right turn lane, a parallel street tree maintenance easement shall be provided. 11 · The developer shell make a good faith effort to acquire the required off-site propa~ty interests necassa~j to c~stnJct the required public improvements, and it he/she should fall to do so, the developer shall, at least 120 days prior to submittal of the final map for approval, enter into an agreement to comptele the improvements pursuant to Government Code Section 66462 at such time as the City acquires the property interests required for the in'~'ovements. Such agreement shell provide for payment by the developer of all costs incurr~l by the City to acquire the off-site propart~ interests requir~l in connection with the subdivision. Security for a portion of ~eee costs shall be in the form of a cash delx~it in the amount given in an ai:~'aisal report oblalned by the developer, at developar's cost. The appraiser shall have been approved by the Cit~ prior to commencement of the appraisal. M. Street Improvements __/ / / / __J / / / All public improvements (interior streets, drainage facilities, community trails, paeeos, __./ / landscaped areas, etc.) shown on the ~ and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards. Inlerior street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, curb and gutter, AC pavement. d~ve approaches, sidewalks, street lig~8, and street trees. A minimum of 26- foot wide pavement, within a 40 -fo~ wide dedicated right.of-way shall be / / constnJcted for all hall-section streets. Construct the following partmeter street improvements including, ~ not Iimite(l to: __] / STREL"T NAM~ CI.~ & A.C. SIDE; DRJ¥~ ~ =lt~.,~l COMM. M~DIAI~ OTHER GI./1TF~ PVMT WAlK ~ UOHTS TRff, E~ TRAIL SC - 2/91 Noles: (a) Median isl.~ncl includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement reconstruction and overlays will ~e determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, side- walk shall be curvilinear per STD. 304. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu ol construction fee shall be provided for this item. ./ 4. Improvement plans and construction: Street improvement plans including stieet trees and street lights, prepared by a regis- fared Civil Engineer, 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 Attomay guaranteeing completion ot the pulollc and/or private street improve. ments, prior to final map approval or the issuance ot building permits, whichever occurs first. do Prior to any work being parlormad in public right.ot-way, fees shall be paid and a construction permR shall be obtained from the City Engineers Office in addition to any other permits required. Pavement striping, marking, traffic, street name signing, and Interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed on any new construction or reconstruction of major, secondary or collector streets which intaeaeot with other major, secondary or collector streets for future traffic signals. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside of BCR, ECR or any other ldcations approved by the City Engineer. Notes: (1) NI pull boxes shall be No. 6 unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer. (2) Conduit shall be 3-inch galvanized steel with pullrope. Wheel chair ramps sh~11 be installed on all four corners of intersections per City ' Standards or as directed by the City Engineer. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with adequate detours during construction. A street 01o~ure perulit may be required. A cash deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving. which shall be re[?nded upon completion of the construction to the satlalaction ot the City Engineer. Concentrated drainage flows shall not (:goss sidewal<s. Under sidewalk drains shall be installed to City Standarm, exceiX for single family lots. h. Handic~ access ramp design shall be as specified by the Ciy Engineer. i. Street namee shall be approved by the City Planner pdor to sut3mittal for first plan check. 5. Street imlxovement plane per City Standards for al pdvate streets shall be provided for review and approval by the City Engineer. Prior to any wod< being performed on the pri- vate streets, fees shall be paid and construction pennils shal be obtained from the City Engineers Office in addition to any other pemds required. 6. Street trees, a mininitre of 15-galion size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in accordance with the City's street tree program. / / / / __/ / / / SC - 2/91 lO of t2 ~'/ 7. Intersection line of site designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with adopted policy. a. On collector or larger streets, lines ol sight shall be plotted for all project intersections, including driveways. Walls, signs, and slopes shall be located outside the lines of sight. Landscaping and other obstructions within the lines of sight shall be approved by the City Engineer. v/ 13. Local residential street intersections shall have their noticeability improved, usually by moving the 2 +/- closest street trees on each side away from the street and placed in a street tree easement. 8. A permit shall be obtained from CALTRANS for any wo~k within the following right-of-way: 9. All pubtic improvements on the following streets shall be operationally complete prior to the issuance of building permits: / / .~/ / N. Public Maintenance Are~ 1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Enginaedng Public Works Standards shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and al~3roval prior to final map approval or issuance of building permits, whichever occurs fkst. The following landscape pad<ways, medians, paseos, easements, trails, or other areas are required to be annexed into the Landscape Maintenance District: / / 2. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the alx)ro~ate Landscape and Lighting __/ Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer pdor to final map al:~rovai or issuance of building permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer. 3. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the developer until accepted by the City. 4. Parle, ray landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective Beautification Master Plan: O. Drainage and Flood Control The project (or portions thereof) is located within a Flood Hazard Zone; therefore, flood protection measures shall be p~ovided as cenitled by a registered Civil Engineer and approved by me City Engineer. 2. It shall be the developers responsibility to have the current FIRM Zone designation removed from the project area. The developer's engineer sl~11 Fepara all necessary reports, plans, and hydrologic/hydraulic calculations. A Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) shall be o~ained from FEMA prior to final map al~rovai or issuance of building permits, whichever _oco_-m first. A LaRerof Map Revision (LOMR) shall be issued by FEMA [xior to occupancy or improvement acceptance, whichever occurs first. SC - 2/91 A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final map aP9roval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities shall be installed as required by the City Engineer. l I of 12 4. A permit from the County Flood Control District is required for work within its right-ol-way. 5. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe measured trom the outer edge of a mature tree trunk. 6. Public storm drain easements shall be graded to convey ovedlows in the event of a blockage in a sump catch basin on the public street. P. Utilities 1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water, gas, electric power, telephone, and cable 'IV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility Standards. Easements shall be provided as required. 2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocallon of existing utilities as necessary. 3.Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of corrq3llance from the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance ot permits, whichever occurs first. C.o~n~euou Da~: / / / / / / / / / / / / Q. General Requlrement~ and Al~rovala 1. The separate parcels contained within the project boundarMs shall be legally combined into one parcel prior to issuance of building permits. 2. An easement for a joint use driveway shall be provided I~lor to final map approval or issuance of building permits, whichever _oc~_jrs fire1, for: 3. Prior to approval of the final map a deposit shall be posted with the City covedng the estimated cost of apportioning the assessments under A~essment District among the newly created parcels. 4. Eftwanda/San Sevaina Area Regional Malnane, Secondary Regional, and Master Plan Drainage Fees shall be paid I~r to final map al~Val or prior to building permit issuance if no map is involved. 5. Permit~ shall be obtained from the following agencies for work within their rigN-of-way: / / 6. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the Law Enforcement Comrr~nity Facilities District shall be filed wi~h the C~ Engineer prior to final map alWXOVal or the issuance of building parents, whichever _oc~__,rs flint. Formation costs shall be borne by the Developer. Prior to finalization of any development phase, sufficient im13¢ovement plans shall be corn- pleiad beyond the phase boundahes to assure sscondary access and drainage protection to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Phase boundaries shall con espond to lot lines shown on the approvecl tentative map. I / SC-2/91 12 of 12 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Co~nission Brad Buller, City Planner Scott Murphy, Associate Planner CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 90-37 - FOOTHILL MARKETPLACE PARTNERS - Review of pylon sign design for Foothill Marketplace, a commercial/retail center located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between 1-15 and Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 229-034-41. BACkgROUND: On June 8, 4994, the Planning Commission reviewed plans for the pylon sign at Foothill Marketplace. The original plan called for a 57-foot sign identifying four major tenants and four logo panels. Prior to this meeting, the a~plicant submitted plans for a 70-foot sign identifying eight major tenants and five logo panels. The Commission expressed concern about the n~,mher of tenants, architectural detailing, and height of the revised design. The Co~aieeion continued the item for two weeks to allow the Design Review Committee to review the proposed sign. RECO~4ENDATION: Because the Design Review Committee meeting coincides with the preparation of the staff report, staff will provide a verbal update of the project's status at the Planning Commission meeting. BB:SM/jfs ITEM J DESCRIPTION Double-faced Internally illuminated pylon constructed with S4 stucco system Io match protect stucco (base and colunto covers) and stained concrate elements Io match project. Project I.D, Io be internally Illuminated cabinets wilh copy only Io Illuminate. '~apes' to be full color fully illuminating g~aphr¢, Tenant panels to be copy and color per fenant standards with opaque slucoo baRground. (~ Frazee #4835A'Fo~esl" (~ Frazee #5830W'Arizona White" (~) Frazee #5850W "Magnolfa" (~)~ S[aiaed Concrefe - L.M. Scolield "Patio 1lie# (~) Frazee #5703M "Crossroads" (C.T.M Marble) io~rl --MarketplacE PRICE CLUB CIRCUIT CITY SPORT CHALET .J~J~rn~ j TACO i 'I~ELL. TY'~. NOR3H ELEVATION / NOTE: Tenant graphics are for illustration puq3oses only. and do not rap~eslnt any obtig~lion by the lendlord to Ixov~e such $1Onege. '~' WAL*MAR1 OUT COPY BACkeD WITH WHITE PLEX ~, .,/~ J ~ CLU~. W: :.'--~.,:~'=,,=L~ ............~:.'-7. .L ' cmcuff c/rr 7-... SPORT CHALET OFFICE DEPOT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairm~n and Members of the Planning Con~nission Brad Bullet, City Planner Nancy Fong, AICP, Senior Planner OAS INVESTORS - A request to consider adding Con~aercial Recreation Use in the Specialty Con~aercial District within the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan BACKGROUND: The Thomas Winery Plaza, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue, is within 'Subarea 2 of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan and is designated as a Specialty Co,~ercial District. The applicant, Mr. Howard Alder of OAS Investors, stated he has a potential tenant, a billiard club, who is interested in taking over the space vacated by Gen~ael Pharmacy. Billiard clubs are Classified as a Co-wercial Recreation Use which is not listed as a permitted or conditionally permitted use in the Specialty Commercial District. Therefore, ~he applicant is requesting the Commission consider adding such land use category in this zoning district. Attached is a letter fro~ the applicant explaining his request. ANALYSIS: Page II-6.2 of the Specific Plan states that. the Specialty Commercial District is designed to accommodate specialty uses unique to a particular subarea (see Exhibit "C"). The applicant's proposal to create a specialty center for a mix of commercial and indoor recreation uses meets the intent of the land use district. Staff also finds that indoor commercial recreation use is already conditionally permitted in the Specialty Co-~ercial District of Subarea 3 (see Exhibit #E"). Therefore, staff believes that the proposal has merit and warrants further study. According to the Development Code, only the City Council or Planning Commission bas the authority to initiate a Specific Plan Amendment. RECOMMENDATIOn: Staff recommends that the Commission direct the applicant to apply for a Specific Plan Amendment to add Commercial Recreation as a conditional use 'in the Specialty Commercial District. BB:NF/jfs Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Location Map Exhibit "B" - Letter from Applicant Exhibit 'C" - Specialty Co~nercial District Exhibit "D# - Subareas 1, 2, and 3 Exhibit #E" - Excerpt from S%lnnuary of Land Use Table ITEM K FOOTHILL BOULEVARD chard J. O'Neill Howard Adler Horowilz Trusl May 16, 1994 Ms. Nancy Fong Planning Department City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 O A S Investors -- liECEIVED - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA f][.ANNING DIVISION 27241 La Paz Road Suite 125 Laguna Niguel, CA 92656 Phone: (7141 831-5158 Fax: 1714) 831-4288 Re.' Amendment to the Foothill Specific Plan, Sub Area Two designated SC for Thomas Winery Center st the NE corner of Foothill Blvd. at Vineyard to permit a CUP process for a billiard & sports club featuring a full dining pizza restaurant called Cue and View, and a Non-Construction Conditional Use Permit for the building previously occupied by Gemmel's pharmacy and outlined in green on the attached site plan to accommodate Cues and Views Billiard Club. Dear Ms. Fong: Please consider this letter as fulfillment of Item 2 of the filing requirements for the above referenced specific plan amendment. Our justifications for requesting this amendment include: With the City Council's approval of our recent request to amend the Foothill Specific Plan to permit the Cardio Fit Center, Thomas Winery Plaza is being reorientad to a specialty center emphasizing fitness, ente~rtainrnent, and food. The proposed billiard club fits nicely into this specialty center theme. 2) Permitting this amendment continues the specialty center designation and allows Thomas Winery to truly become a theme specialty center. 3) Despite an aggressive leasing campaign it has bean almost impossible to find suitable tenants under the SC designation as written back in the late 80's. The retail environment ha3 changed dramatically since the Foothill Specific Plan was written. Permitting this use, under the CUP process, in the SC designation will greatly assist in recognizing the new retail realities. The owner of Thomas Winery Plaza has consistently waged the most competitive leasing campaign In the area, while maintaining the highest standards for the Center, despite huge vacancies. The entire Foothill/Vineyard areas has been in an unprecedented recession. We need the City's full support and cooperation to make the Ce,~d~.~ area as viable as possible. Ms. Nancy Fong May 16, 1994 Page Two 4) 5) 6! 7) 8) 9) The operator and owner of the billiard club, Mr. William Walls, has given considerable thought to every a~spect of what will be an upscale, high end operation, compatible with the other tenants at the Thomas Winery Plaza. He has prepared a thoroughly researched business plan that won the support and financing of the Small Business Administration. Similar high end billiard clubs have opened in Newport Beach and Irvine. The billiard club has the full support of all the Tenants at Thomas Winery. The owners of Cardio Fit and the new Frontier Steak House are particularly enthusiastic since they, as do the owners, find this use especially compatible with the new direction of the Center, and their uses in particular. Upscale billiard clubs have emerged as one of the 'hottest" retail uses in the industry, and are 'actively sought out by owners of shopping centers. They attract as many, if not more women as men. Billiards has become an entertainment of choice for many upscale women and men. The environment has to be decorous, upscale, safe, and inviting, and as comfortable as the best restaurants, although only light refreshments are served. Mr. Walls has provided amply to insure only the best for his club, and it will be on a par with those opening in affluent, upscale communities like Rancho Cucamonga. After careful review, we believe the peak hours of operation for the club are entirely compatible with Cardio Fit, and the other retail uses in the upper portion of Thomas Winery. The billiard club's peak hours are in the later evening after Cardio Fit is closed, therefore creating dual use of parking. We see no problems with parking due to the difference in peak hour operations between these uses. We firmly believe that the billiard club will greatly assist in the revitalization of Thomas Winery as a specialty center, and enhance and facilitate the economic re-emergence of the Foothill/Vineyard sub area. A groat deal of thought and attention has been given to safety and security, although that has not been a problem at other upscale clubs, and we do not anticipate that this club will cause any difficulties. On the contrary, the plans for security will substantially help the Winery development which has had serious vandalism and graffiti problame due to the high level of vacancy. Ms. Nancy Wong May 16, 1994 Page Three 10) Without the ability to lease to the billiard club, we see no future tenant available to fit into the theme of Thomas Winery. In fact, if we are unable to proceed ahead with the billiard club, we face the prospect of a very long vacancy in the former Gemmel's space causing serious financial hardship, as well as a serious setback in our ability to revitalize the Thomas Winery as a theme specialty center. Because the former Gemmel's space is the second largest in the Center with a considerable window onto Vineyard, a prolonged vacancy will be disastrous not only for Thomas Winery, but to the adjacent area as well. We are preparing the additional documents, maps, end adjacent owner labels required for the balance of the application, and will file these materials no later than the end of this month along with the fees for the amendment and CUP. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any further information or explanations for our justifications. Please advise us of the time schedule and other pertinent requirements that we have to address. Mr. Walls and I, and any of our consultants are available to discuss, in person, any matter related to this application. Please call me to arrange a mutually convenient time. Sincerely, Manager, Thomas Winery Plaza and on bebalf of Owner Santa Margarita Partners CC: William Walls Herb Kostlan Omar Ben Halim Dan Parker 6.3 LAND USE CATEGORIES The planning area has been designed as a composite of various individual land use zones which provide a rich texture and diversity to the community. Specifically, these Land Use Categories consist of the following components: 6.3.1 Commercial The Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan area contains a variety of commercial facilities which are designed to promote diverse and unique shopping environments. The planning area contains a wide assemblage of commercial land use categories which range from tourist oriented specialty uses to regional associated commercial uses. In general, commercial land uses within the planning area range in size and character, based upon their respective relationship to location, type, and intensity of use. Commercial land use categories include: uses have been included into the specialty commercial category in order to facilitate an inter-active office/commercial environment. 6.3.1.2 Community Commercial (CC) This land use district includes a wide variety of uses which typically include drug stores, supermarkets, apparel shops, variety stores, and commercial recreation uses. In general, Community Commercial Districts function to promote the estab- lishment of neighborhood/district level commercial goods and services. Typically, large community commercial complexes are designed to accommodate the needs of more than one neighborhood or subarea and include one or more major tenants accompanied by a variety of multi-tenant uses. Smaller, stand alone community commercial facilities are also permitted within various CC districts, located on smaller existing parcels, designed to accommodate smaller satellite land uses. 6.3.1.1 Specialty C°mmercial (SC) ..... Speciatty Commercial Land Use Districts are designed to accommodate specialty uses, which promote a special landmark which is unique to a particular subarea. For example, specialty uses such as farmers markets. cafes. bakeries, gift shops, and otlqer specialty theme oriented uses located adjacent to the Thomas Brothers Winery, complement the existing winery structure and provide a unifying theme. Other specialty uses, such as the establishment of tourist oriented specialty uses t sit-down restaurants, specialty shops), lend support to the establishment of a theme oriented activity center which caters to visitors. Other specialty commercial activity centers include the Archibald and Vineyard intersections, all of which include uses designed to en- hance the character of these respective subareas. A limited number of office~,~ 11-6.2 IV-g.1 9 · 0 &l i.-,..I 1 1l..4 SU"'IIARY TABLE OF PERMITTED ¢P~ AND CONDITIONALLY PERMrI'I'ED ¢Ct LISE~ RETAIL COMMERCIAL USES Antidue Shops Apparel al Boutlclues D) General Apgllance Scores and Repair Art, MUSIC, Photographic Stucllos and Supply Stores AUtO Service Station Auto Service (Including trailers, motorcycles, boats, campers): a) Sales (with ancillary repair D) Rentals c) Minor Repair (CideS not InClude major engine work, muffler shopS, painting, Doay work, upholstery, etc.) d) Coln-op Washing e) Automatic Washing f) Parts and Supplies Bakeries (retail only) 8a~er and Beauty Shops Bed and SreaKfast Bicycle Shops Blueprint and PhotOcopy Services Book, Gift and Stationary Stores (other than aCult related materloll Candy and Confectionaries Catering EstaDIIsl~rnents China and Glassware Scores Christmas Tree/Pumpkin Sales Lots (operating on a temporary Oasis) ChurChes Cleartln~ and PressJ'nq EstaOllsl~nent~ Cocktail Lounge (0Or, lounge,tavern) c ~l$~ea ~nt a~U~ent Cornmartial Recrastlo~ a) Indoor uses s~ ~ Oowll~ ~ ~111~rdS D) Outdoor uses ~ ~ t~ls ana DaskeCDall Convalescent FKiliCl~ ~ Curtain and DraDe~ ~s Day Care Centers Delicatessens and SPecialty Food Stores Drug Stores ana Pinnacles a) over IO.000 SQ. ft. D) Pharmacies wltrt or without specialty retail un(ler I0,O00 SO. ft. Revised: ~ I/~/91 OMR P SuParea Two i 0 MR P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P C C C C SuParea Three ?~SuDarea Four LMRMR U MU~'~CC RRC MR LIO P P P P P P P P P P P p p p pi!!~,p p# C C C C C C P P P P P C C P P P P P P P P P P P P P C C C P P CCC .~ CC C C C CO P C CC P P P .C P P P P P C C P P P P P P P P P P P P P t CCC C I pp CCC C C C C C C C P P C C C C P P P C P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P C C P P P C CC C _C C C C P P C C P P P P P P C C P P P C C C C C C C C C C C C P P P P p p pi p 0 C ! P P P P P P P C P P P P P# P C C C C P P P C C C C C C C: iC C C C . ~ C C C C C C C P P DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT June 22, 1994 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Gall Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: When appointments were made to the Design Review Committee in December 1993, the Commission indicated membership should be reviewed in six months. The current membership is as follows: COMMITTEE Larry McNiel John Melcher ALTERNATES (in order) Peter Tolstoy Heinz Lumpp Dave Barker A history of Design Review Coz~ittee membership since February 1990 is attached as Exhibit "A." RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission should determine appropriate membership for the Design Review Committee. BB:GS/gs Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Design Review Committee Membership History ITEM L ,DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP February 1990 to Present COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Februarv 1990 - April 1990: Suzanne Chitiea Peter Tolstoy Alternate: Mav 1990 - September 1990: Suzanne Chitiea Peter Tolstoy Alternate: September 1990 - November 1990: Suzanne Chitlea Peter Tolstoy November 1990 -Februarv 1991 Suzanne Chitlea Peter Tolstoy Alternate: February 1991 - July 1991 Suzanne Chitlea Wendy Vallette Alternate: July 1991 - July 1992 Suzanne Chitiea Larry McNiel Alternate: RESIDENTIAL Larry McNiel Betsy Weinberger David Blakesley Larry McNiel Betsy Weinberger John Melcher Larry McNiel John Melcher Larry McNiel Wendy Vallette John Melcher Larry McNiel Peter Tolstoy John Melcher Peter Tolstoy Wendy Vallette John Melcher COMMITTEE July 1992 - October 1992 Larry McNiel Wendy Vallette october 1992 - January 1993 Larry McNiel John Melcher January 1993 to October 1993 John Melcher Wendy Vallette october 1993 to December 1993 Larry McNiel John M~lcher December 1993 to present Larry McNiel John Melther ALTERNATES {in order~ Peter Tolstoy Suzanne Chitiea John Melcher Peter Tolstoy Wendy Vallette Suzanne Chitlea Peter Tolstoy Suzanne Chitlea Larry McNiel Peter Tolstoy Suzanne Chitie& Wendy Vallette Peter Tolstoy Heinz Lumpp Dave Barker Exhibit