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Historic Preservation Commission and
Planning Commission Agenda
June 28, 2023
FINAL MINUTES
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
7:00 p.m.
The regular meeting of the Historic Presentation Commission and Planning Commission was held on June 28,
2023. The meeting was called to order by Chair Dopp at 7:00 p.m.
A. Roll Call
Planning Commission present: Chair Dopp, Vice Chair Morales, Commissioner Williams, Commissioner
Boling, and Commissioner Daniels.
Staff Present: Serita Young, Assistant City Attorney; Matt Marquez, Director of Planning and Economic
Development; Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning; Mena Abdul-Ahad, Assistant Planner;
Sean McPherson, Acting Principal Planner; Brian Sandona, Senior Civil Engineer; Elizabeth Thornhill,
Executive Assistant.
B. Public Communications
Chair Dopp opened the public communications and seeing no one, closed public communications.
C. Consent Calendar
C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of June 14th, 2023.
Motion to adopt Meeting Minutes as presented by Commissioner Boling; second by Commissioner Williams;
Motion carried 4-1 vote. Abstain: Chair Dopp.
D. Public Hearing
D1. DESIGN REVIEW AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT – PATRIOT PARTNERS - A request to
construct and operate one (1) warehouse/distribution building totaling 86,392 square feet within the
Neo-Industrial (NI) Zone, located on the south of Whittram Avenue between Etiwanda Avenue and
Hickory Avenue at 13045 Whittram Avenue; APNs: 0229-162-05, -04, -11, -12, and -13. Pursuant to
Development Code Section 17.14.060 and 17.20.060.D, the City Council is the final approving
authority for this application and will hold a separate noticed hearing at a later date. This item is
exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEAQ) under CEQA
Section 15332—In-Fill Development Projects. (Design Review DRC2022-00156 and Conditional Use
Permit DRC2023-00142). (CONTINUED FROM JUNE 14, 2023, HPC/PC MEETING.)
Mena Abdul-Ahad, Assistant Planner, provided Commissioners with Staff Report and PowerPoint
presentation (copy of file). She mentioned the published Staff Report had the wrong square footage of
86,392, correct is 86,194.
With no comments from the Commission, Chair Dopp re-opened the public hearing.
Kevin Rice, Applicant, and his team were in attendance and available for questions.
No one came forward to speak regarding the agenda item. Therefore, public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Daniels asked where the block wall be located.
Mena Abdul-Ahad answered the block wall would surround the perimeter and within the drive isles there
would be the tubular steel/rolling gate and the height maximum for industrial can go up to 8 ft.
Commissioner Daniels asked about the flood control easement on the 1.1 acres. Will that be left in is
natural state until something happens. There is a large dip on the west end and asked will something
be done to the storm drain before construction begins.
Brian Sandona, Civil Engineer, replied that at this time the Engineering department does not require a
bridge to be built because it rarely floods. Although, one day there will be a bridge built but not at this
time.
Chair Dopp stated the roads are in terrible condition. The traffic down the road can cause further
deterioration. He suggested something for Engineering to further explore.
Brian Sandona mentioned that they do require applicants to resurface the street if it’s in bad shape. He
said they will look into further during the plan check process.
Chair Dopp asked staff for additional details on special condition for affordable housing and if money
amount is attached.
Jennifer Nakamura explained the non-residential affordable housing in-lieu fees.
Commissioner Boling expressed his thanks to the applicant for bringing forward this project with such a
modern design. He also expressed his appreciation for incorporating input from staff, as well as the
Design Review Committee.
Vice Chair Morales stated it’s a well-designed warehouse building and a street that needs a lot of
improvement. This will enhance it.
Commissioners Dopp, Daniels, and Williams concur with their fellow Commissioners and are in favor of
the project.
Motion by Commissioner Boling, with amendment to correct sq. ft. 86,194 to the Conditions of Approval,
Resolutions 23-13 DRC2022-00156, and 23-14 Conditional Use Permit DRC2023-00142; recommending to
City Council for approval; second by Commissioner Daniels. Motion carried 5-0 vote.
E. Director Announcements
Jennifer Nakamura announced there will be an HPC/PC meeting in two weeks, July 12th.
F. Commission Announcements
Chair Dopp mentioned that he and Commissioner Daniels had the pleasure of attending CNU Conference in
Charlotte, NC and found it informative and a great learning experience.
G. Adjournment
Motion by Commissioner Boling, second by Commissioner Williams to adjourn the meeting. Hearing no
objections, Chair Dopp adjourned the meeting at 7:24 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant
Planning and Economic Development Department
Approved: HPC/PC July 12, 2023, meeting.
HPC/PC MINUTES – June 28, 2023
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