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Historic Preservation Commission and
Planning Commission Agenda
July 12, 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 July 12,
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; Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning;
Mena Abdul-Ahad, Assistant Planner; Sean McPherson, Acting Principal Planner; Fred Lyn, Deputy
Director of Engineering; 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 28th, 2023.
Motion to adopt Meeting Minutes as presented by Commissioner Boling; second by Commissioner Williams;
Motion carried 5-0 vote.
D. Public Hearings
D1. DESIGN REVIEW – PATRIOT PARTNERS - A request to construct one (1) 20,761 sq. ft.
warehouse/distribution building and one (1) 62,457 sq. ft. warehouse/distribution building within the Neo-
Industrial (NI) District, located at the northeast corner of Hermosa Avenue and 4th Street. APN: 0210-371-
07. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under
CEQA Section 15332 – In-Fill Development Projects (Design Review DRC2022-00209).
Mena Abdul-Ahad, Assistant Planner, provided Commissioners with Staff Report and PowerPoint
presentation (copy of file).
Chair Dopp opened Public Hearing.
Kevin Rice, Applicant, was present and available to answer questions.
Chair Dopp asked about the site plan and stated that there are two loading stalls on edge of parcel 1 and 2,
and there are three parking spaces immediately behind them. In the event there is trailer traffic and trucking in
the area, will those spaces be accessible for people to get in and out of.
Kevin Rice introduced Bridgette Herdman, Architect, who explained they did a revised exhibit, and they have
clear 26 feet pulling in problem free. There are no concerns.
Chair Dopp asked if trucks will able to get to that second warehouse, given the smaller radius on the back
warehouse parcel.
Bridgette Herdman replied yes and explained that they ran through different scenarios making sure
everything is successful.
Commissioner Daniels asked if they are looking for two different tenants or could one tenant take both
buildings.
Kevin Rice replied they would be open to either option.
No comments from the public, Chair Dopp Closed Public Hearing.
Commissioner Daniels asked if the Condition of Approval requiring the submission of a tentative map was
necessary.
Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning, stated the applicant has expressed an intent to subdivide the
site. The condition can be removed to provide more flexibility for the applicant.
Commissioners concur that the condition should be removed.
Commissioner Boling commended the applicant for bringing this modern design forward to this area. The only
concern is the project color scheme being dark/black, across from residential. It’s similar look to the stealth
bomber. Other than that, he likes the design. Expressed appreciation for what they have done but his only
hesitation is the starkness of the black.
Commissioner Morales expressed he likes the design and the architecture of the building. It differentiates from
the other warehouse buildings. The color scheme goes well, it breaks it up. It’s a good touch to the entrance
of our City.
Kevin Rice explained the reason behind the color scheme and design and said it was to try and create
something that less resembles a warehouse and looks more like an office building.
Chair Dopp thanked Patriot Partners continuing to bring high quality to Rancho Cucamonga.
Motion by Commissioner Boling, with amendment to Conditions of Approval #5 be deleted; Resolution 23-15,
Design Review DRC2022-00209; second by Commissioner Williams.
Motion carried 5-0 vote.
E. General Business
E1. Presentation on the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility (RCMC) – Fiber Optic Maser Plan.
Fred Lyn, Engineering Deputy Director, provided Commissioners with Staff Report and PowerPoint
presentation (copy of file).
Commissioners thanked staff for the update. It’s very important to have a general understanding.
Planning Commission received and filed.
F. Director Announcements
Jennifer Nakamura announced that the next meeting may be cancelled due to lack of items on the agenda.
G.Commission Announcements - None
H.Adjournment
Motion by Commissioner Boling, second by Commissioner Daniels to adjourn the meeting. Hearing no
objections, Chair Dopp adjourned the meeting at 7:53 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant
Planning and Economic Development Department
Approved:
HPC/PC MINUTES – July 12, 2023
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