HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001/12/18 - Agenda PacketDESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
.~ ~ ACTION AGENDA AND MINUTES
TUESDAY DECEMBER 18, 2001 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart
Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias
CONSENT CALENDAR
Nancy Fong
John Mannerino
NO ITEMS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED
The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such
as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting.
PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS
This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant
regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public
testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input.
7:00 p.m
(Alan) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16262 -
PIEDRAARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. -A request to subdivide 9.23
acres of land into 15single-family lots in the Very Low Residential District (1-2
dwelling units per acre) located between Archibald and Klusman Avenues,
approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02.
Related file: DRC2001-00584.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2001-00584 -
PIEDRAARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. -The design review of house
elevations and detailed site plans for 15 lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low
Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located between Archibald and
Klusman Avenues, approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside Road -
APN: 1061-561-02. Related file: SUBTT16262.
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7:20 p.m.
(Debra) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-
00675 - COPART, INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a
weekly auto auction on 39.2 acre, located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy
Industrial District (Subarea 15) -APN: 29-121-15.
7:40 p.m
(Kirt) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-
00437 -EXXON MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new
3,946 square foot service station with convenience market, drive-thru carwash and
pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the northeast corner of Haven Avenue
and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra Vista Community Plan
-APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
. DRC AGENDA
December 18, 2001
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8:00 p.m.
(Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-17 -
CHEVRON - A request to construct a new 2,740 square foot service station with
convenience market, drive-thru carwash and pump island on 1-acre of land in the
Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the south side of Foothill
Boulevard west of Vineyard Avenue -APN: 207-211-12, and 13.
8:20 p.m
(Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
MODIFICATION (DRCDR99-11MOD)- HOGLE-IRELAND -A requestto modifythe
northeasterly 25 acres of an existing industrial master plan on 140 acres of land in
Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) located on the south of Foothill Boulevard, north of Arrow
Highway and east of Milliken Avenue -APN: 229-011-70, 73, 74, 75. Related file:
Tentative Parcel Map No. 15630.
8:40 p.m.
(Emily) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00516 - US HOMES -The design review of
building elevations and detailed site plan forthree previouslyapproved tentative tract
maps consisting of 113 single-family lots in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling
units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned
Development, located on Day Creek Boulevard on the north and south sides of
• Banyan Street -APN: 225-101-44 UCP/RANCHO ETIWANDA. Related file:
TT14523-1, 14494, and 15902.
9:00 p.m
(Emily) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16253 -
CRESTWOOD CORPORATION -A residential subdivision of 10single-family lots
on 7 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (2-4 dwellings per acre) within
the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located 150 feet from the northwest corner of Etiwanda
Avenue and Victoria Street-APN: 227-041-18 and 19.
9:20 p.m
(Emily) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16237 -
CRESTWOODCORPORATION -A residential subdivision of 8single-family lots on
4.56 acres of land, located at the southwest corner of Wilson Avenue and Haven
Avenue -APN: 201-182-30.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the
Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may
receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five
minutes per individual.
ADJOURNMENT
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:00 p.m. Alan Warren December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16262 - PIEDRA
ARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. - A request to subdivide 9.23 acres of land into
15single-family lots in the Very Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located
between Archibald and Klusman Avenues, approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside
Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related file: DRC2001-00584.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2001-00584 - PIEDRA
ARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. -The design review of house elevations and detailed
site plans for 15 lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per
acre) located between Archibald and Klusman Avenues, approximately 427 feet north of the
centerline of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related file: SUBTT16262.
Background: The proposed tract has been designed with the new Very Low Residential standards
to accommodate improved horse keeping potential. Each lot is at least 200 feet deep with at least
60-foot rear yard setback for the main house. The house models are very unique with a not so
subtle "50's modern" look with which staff is very intrigued. All the models have a different Floor
Plan and Elevations and therefore the local streetwill seem like a custom subdivision with individual
homes on each lot. Many of the homes are true split-levels with second floor areas exiting on to
upper ground levels.
• Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
Grading -Staff believes this project, in many respects, exemplifies the intent of the hillside
grading standards with varying rooflines and balconies, which result in multiple levels. As a
result, most of staffs comments address specific site issues rather than architecture
comments. The site slopes gently to the south. The plan proposes a terraced approach on
each lot with graded slopes dividing the lots with distinctive lower and upper portions. The
dividing slopes are designed to exhibit natural slope features while creating significant grade
differences for the split-level home plans. The street alignment is like the neighborhood to
the north that has a street connecting Klusman and Archibald Avenues. Staff will present
the Grading Committee recommendations at the Design Review Committee meeting.
Because the trail easements are totally on the lots of this tract, staff recommends that the
perimeter block wall (with 10-foot wide gates) be located along the inside of the trail
easement and a trail fence be provided along the outside trail easemenUpropertytine. The
tract is scheduled for Trails Advisory Committee review on December 12, 2001, which will be
considering the trail fencing features (PVC rail, peeler post). Staff will present its
recommendations at the Design Review Committee meeting.
3. Materials and Colors -The materials have not been submitted at the time of report writing.
Staff review and recommendations regarding the materials and colors will be presented at
• the Design Review Committee meeting.
4. Architecture -Staff believes the unique architecture will provide an interesting feature to this
area and is in keeping with the modern style of the Tolstoy residence to the west. Staff does
not propose any changes to the models.
• DRC COMMENTS
SUBTT16262 & DRC2001-00584 - PIEDRA ARCHITECTURE & DEV. CO.
December 18, 2001
Page 2
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
Along the Equestrian trail perimeter, landscaping shall be predominately Eucalyptus varieties
to emulate the area's windbreaks.
The applicant shall make an effort to save existing trees on Lots 4 and 12 as house location
and lot grading may allow for. Staff determination as to those that may be appropriate to
save will be made through the Tree Removal Permit process.
3. The applicant has provided typical cross-sections for eaves, recessed walls, etc. The
Committee may wish to comment on the level of detail in the execution of significant
features.
Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission Policy and or Development
Code requirements and should be incorporated in the project design without discussion:
Taper three or four car driveways down to standard two-car with at street.
2. Round off and' contour all graded slopes to blend with the existing terrain, and present a
. more natural appearance.
3. Slope planting should be provided to soften appearance of slopes and prevent soil erosion.
4. Minimize slopes between lots to preserve privacy. Where slopes cannot be minized,
mitigate concerns through other means -landscaping, fencing, etc.
5. Coordinate exterior building design on all elevations from building to building to achieve the
same level of design quality.
6. Avoid identical color schemes plotted on adjacent lots.
7. Use native rock for fieldstone. Other forms of stone may be manufactured products.
8. Design chimneystacks with accent materials used on house, such as brick or stone, except
interior chimneys.
9. Provide decorative perimeter fencing (i.e., masonry) at tract edges and along streets.
"Decorative" means stucco finish, split face block or similar textured surface. Smooth
precision block is not acceptable.
10. Vary wall setbacks adjacent to major thoroughfares to increase visual interest.
11. Retaining walls exposed to public view to be decorative masonry.
• 12. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic-coated chain
link to maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
• DRC COMMENTS
SUBTT16262 & DRC2001-00584 - PIEDRA ARCHITECTURE & DEV. CO.
December 18, 2001
Page 3
13. Return walls and corner sidewalls to be decorative masonry and compatible with the
architectural style. If more than one style of house design exists, then a simple wall design
is preferred.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend the
project for approval.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Alan Warren
The applicant stated that they were in agreement with all of the staff comments and
recommendations fortheproject. The Committee recommended that the application be forwarded
to the Planning Commission with the staff recommendations as conditions of approval with the
following addition:
1. That the 2-rail PVC trail fencing, as recommended by the Trails Advisory Committee, be
white in color and that signing be provided at each street trail entry identifying the trails as
• private.
•
• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:20 p.m. Debra Meier December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00675 - COPART,
INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a weekly auto auction on 39.2 acre,
located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy Industrial District (Subarea 15) - APN: 29-121-15.
Background: The Committee reviewed this project at its meeting on December 4, 2001 and directed
the applicant to make revisions to the project that focused on building design details, screening, and
fencing. The applicant will submit revised plans to the Committee for review and discussion.
Action: The Committee agreed that the revisions to the project should be returned for Committee
review and approval.
Design Review Committee Action: ~
Members Present: McNeil, Stewart, Fong
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
Commissioner McNeil asked the applicant, represented by Mr. Paul Shyer of COPAR,T, Inc. to
. describe the business activities and operation of the proposed facility. Mr. Shyer indicated that
COPART has 89 facilities nationwide; they contract with all major insurance carriers in California for
the sale of vehicles that the insurance company has taken possession of forvarious reasons. Many
of the vehicles have sustained some degree of damage. COPART processes the title work for the
insurance company, and conducts weekly wholesale auctions. The vehicles are on-site an average
of 60 days, the quicker they are turned over the more efficient for their business. The auction
typical features the sale of approximately 300 vehicles perweek, with approximately 200 individuals
attending the auction. Buyers range from body shops, and dealers, to salvage companies. All
buyers must have the appropriate wholesale or salvage auto licenses to attend the auction.
Fencing and Screening: The Committee discussed at length the appropriate use of the metal
fencing. The Committee requested the following information be provided by the applicant: Wind
rating, and gauge of the steel. In addition, the Committee wanted the applicant to investigate
alternative finishes, such as a sandblasted surfacing.
The Committee requested that awrought-iron fence be used along the freeway ramp, rather than
the metal fence.
The Committee requested that the block wall along the southern boundary be constructed of split-
face block to be consistent with the building material.
The Committee requested that the exterior gate be constructed of wrought iron; the interior gates
shall be solid view obstructing material.
Building Elevation: The Committee requested that the building elevations be enhanced, with
• additional attention to building detailing, including the building entry. The Committee suggested that
the applicants look at the two split-face block office buildings that are located on the west side of the
freeway, south of the site, for ideas pertaining to the use of block and glass, that result in a simple
yet attractive structure.
• DRC COMMENTS
DRC2001-00675-COPART, INC.
December 18, 2001
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Landscaoing: The Committee concurred with the staff recommendation regarding landscaping on
the site. Landscape planters shall be provided in the public parking area at the ends of the truck
parking bays (The applicant indicated that this would work best if they widened the end spaces to
provide extra maneuvering room for the truck); and the landscaping around the perimeter of the
building shall be 10 feet minimum in front of the screen wall, and trees shall be provided at the
employee eating area in the rear of the building.
Desion Review Committee Action
Members Present: Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
The applicant presented revised plans to the Committee for review, including
Revise building elevations which incorporate additional use of fluted and textures block,
increased use of glass at the entry, and the introduction of protruding columns at key
location on the building.
• The Committee made the following recommendations tomodify the elevations: The protruding wing
walls used at the entry shall extend 6-feet beyond the enter doors, and the height of the wing wall
shall be reduced, as shown in the rear elevation.
Revised Site Plan portraying the planters at the ends of the truck stall as previously
requested; the landscaping in the rear of the parcel as been divided in to two parallel strips,
running north and south, to provide layers of visually buffering from the freeway view.
The Committee concurred with the revisions as proposed by the applicant:
The applicant provided a sample of the proposed perimeter metal wall, and a textured
surface that can be used if desired.
The Committee reviewed the locations of block versus metal wall location on the site plan, and
requested that the block wall be used at the northwesterly corner of the site near the freeway off/on-
ramp.
The Committee requested that the finish used on the metal fence match the color and texture of the
split face block used on the building and block wall to the extent possible.
With the revisions noted, the Committee recommended that the project be forwarded to the Planning
Commission for review and approval.
• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:40 p.m. Kirt Coury December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-00437 -EXXON
MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new 3,946 square foot service station with
convenience market, drive-thru car wash and pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the
northeast corner of Haven Avenue and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra
Vista Community Plan -APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
Background: On November 20, 2001, the Design Review Committee reviewed the project and
recommended the applicant make revisions and come back to the December 4, 2001, Design
Review Committee meeting. Because of short notice, the applicant will bring a revised set of plans
to the meeting. The following are issues that should be addressed at the meeting:
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
1. The architectural treatment and cornice element along the west elevation should match or
resemble the treatment of the east elevation. The west elevation (facing Haven Avenue) will
be the most viewed elevation. The building character and site design should resemble and
be more consistent with the architectural style found in the Terra Vista Shopping Center.
2. Building pop-outs representing horizontal variation should pop-out a minimum of 3 feet off of
the main building for shadowing and relief. Pop-out treatments should be reflected on the
building footprints of the proposed Site Plan, Grading Plan, Landscape Plan, and Floor Plan.
3. The entrance pop-out tower element should be increased out approximately 5 to 6 feet for
more character and definition to the front entrance.
4. Add a wood trellis structure with columns over the drive-thru lane along the west elevation.
5. Incorporate a tile, real river rock, or stacked stone wainscot treatment.
6. Provide textured pavement along circulation and pedestrian access points.
Enhance the canopy design, and incorporate wainscot treatment.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
The proposed sign element on the front entrance of the convenience store is too large far
the building. The letters are 4 feet tall and the overall sign height is 6 feet, which would be
characteristic of a major anchor store. Staff would suggest 24-inch high letters.
• 2. Add natural concrete frame representation around the proposed ceramic the accents.
Further, add ceramic the accents with framing to the convenience store north, south, and
west elevations and to all elevations of the carwash building and canopy structure.
3. Increase the reveal expansion on building face to a minimum of 2 inches.
• DRC COMMENTS
DRC2001-00437 -EXXON MOBIL OIL CORPORATION
December 18, 2001
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4. Provide a bus shelter on-site to serve the new bus bay on Haven Avenue.
5. The wood brackets of the rooftop tower structure should match or resemble those of other
tower elements in nearby shopping centers.
6. Use 3-inch thick tubular steel for proposed trellis treatment.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return to Design
Review Committee.
The Committee recommended the project incorporate all major and secondary issues previously
identified above as well as the item shall be brought back for further review regarding the issues
listed below:
1. Incorporate a the wainscot treatment.
2. Use 3-inch thick tubular steel for proposed trellis treatment.
3. Provide textured pavement along circulation and pedestrian access points.
• 4. Enhance the canopy design, with roof variation, wainscot treatment, etc.
5. The architectural design should use the same style/theme as the Terra Vista Town Center.
PLANS WILL BE PRESENTED AT THE MEETING
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Kirt Coury
The Committee was pleased with the progress in the design of the project and recommended the
project incorporate the following revisions and be brought back forfurther review on January 9, 2002
with the following conditions:
1. Provide a Master Plan for the vacant land surrounding the proposed project area.
2. Modify the file roof overhang on the north and south elevations to eliminate the
"dangling/left-over" appearance. Incorporate columns.
3. Incorporate molding around the building door entrance.
• 4. Remove file insets and replace with vertical score lines on the canopy structure, car wash
and main building in appropriate areas.
5. Add decorative masonry cap to proposed 3-foot high masonry screen wall.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
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8:00 p.m. Brent Le Count December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-17 -CHEVRON - A
request to construct a new 2,740 square foot service station with convenience market, drive-thru
carwash and pump island on 1-acre of land in the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2)
located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard west of Vineyard Avenue - APN: 207-211-12, and
13.
Background: On November 6, 2001, the Committee reviewed revised plans for the project and
found that the new design was not substantially different from past designs that had been rejected.
During the meeting, the applicant submitted another set of revised elevations that had increased
river rock application along the base of the building. The Committee found this design to be a
nominal increase in quality. The Committee reminded the applicant that it would be necessary to
follow the Design Guidelines1 for the Rodriguez master planned shopping center of which the
project is a part. The applicant claimed that the revised design does conform to the Guidelines and
asked the Committee to explain why it does not. The Committee requested that the project be
revised and brought back for further review in light of staffs comments and the following additional
comments (staff responses to the comments per the currently revised plans in italics):
Reduce roof pitch on tower element to match the Guidelines.
• The roof pitch and perhaps more importantly, the roof overhang, has been adjusted to match
the Design Guidelines for the center.
2. Increase the height and mass of the overall roof area to balance the building and avoid a
tacked on, mansard-like appearance.
In addition to the tower roof revisions, the roof on the main part of the building has been
increased in height and mass so that a stronger "hip"style roof profile is conveyed. The wall
area directly below the roofline and above the window line has been reduced in height
resulting in a less boxy appearance.
3. The columns that support the trellises should match those shown in the Guidelines.
The trellis columns are of more substantial width and have detailing consistent with the
Design Guidelines. The stonework extends the full heightofthe columns similarto the stone
columns on the Mobil station at the southeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and Foothill
Boulevard.
4. The fascia and exposed rafter tail details (including rafter spacing) should match those
shown in the guidelines.
The heightofthe fascia (or wall area between top of window and bottom of roof) has been
reduced to avoid a boxy appearance and the rafter tail treatment matches the Design
Guidelines.
1 The Planning Commission has not approved the Design Guidelines. In order to allow the shopping
center to proceed, the conditions of approval allowed issuance of building permits for Phase I only until the
Design Guidelines could be approved.
• DRC COMMENTS
CUP 00-17-CHEVRON
December 18, 2001
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5. W indows should have some form of cut ups to add visual interest and be consistent with the
Guidelines.
The service station/mini-market use requires clear visibility into the building for security
reasons. This limits the window area available for such decorative applications as
cutups/divided light. The applicant proposes a cut up pattern that is consistent with the rest
of the center while allowing visibility into the building.
6. Section A-A shows approximately 6 feet of fill along west project boundary. If a retaining
wall is necessary to support this fill it shall be decorative, preferably covered with river rock.
If no retaining wall is to be constructed here off-site grading will be necessary and the
applicant shall obtain authorization for such grading from the San Bernardino County Flood
Control District, prior to scheduling for Planning Commission. Such grading would remove
existing mature landscaping and trees.
The applicant told the Committee at the November 6, 2001 meeting that they do not wish to
have a retaining wall in this location but the current Grading Plan still shows the 6 feet of fill.
The retaining wall shall be covered with natural river rock with a decorative cap.
7. Provide decorative profile cornice around the carwash building or provide a pitched roof tied
into the remainder of the building.
The parapets for the carwash building are treated with colored stucco trim along the top and
bottom and ahorizontal revealline approximatelyone-third the way up from the base. Itmay
be preferable to add a step on the bottom of the stucco trim line along the top of the
parapet line similar to the trim that wraps the tower for consistency and visual
interest.
8. Provide decorative trim around the archway on the tower feature and elsewhere to enhance
the appearance of the building and avoid a boxy stucco look.
Trim lines now wrap the entire building. The trim is proposed to have a simple, flat profile in
most areas. The step on the trim line wrapping the tower adds visual interest and
should be used as much as possible throughout the building.
9. Provide more corbels on the tower feature consistent with the Guidelines.
The tower has two pairs of corbels per side. Provide additional corbels so that the
spacing/rhythm of corbels matches that of the exposed rafter tails consistent with the
Guidelines.
Additional Comments:
1. The plans do not show a design for the pump island canopy. Previous submittals have
shown astucco-covered canopy with roofline similar to the building and the Committee
. appeared in favor of this design. The pump island canopy support columns and roof shall
have similar proportion and treatment as those on the building.
2. The plans do not provide details to show column pop-out dimension from building walls.
This dimension shall be substantial, at least 2 feet deep.
• DRC COMMENTS
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December 18, 2001
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3. Wall-mounted trellises shall be minimum 2 inches square metal tubing instead of wood:
4. Provide decorative paving for driveway entrances into the site and to delineate pedestrian
pathways.
5. Provide Crape Myrtle tree planting along the Foothill Boulevard frontage consistent with the
Foothill Boulevard Activity Center theme.
6. When the application was originally submitted, the existing mature trees just west of the site
were to remain untouched. The current Site Plan shows these trees to be removed. The
trees should be preserved if possible. These appear to be off-site trees so their removal
should not be necessary. Permission from the property owner and a Tree Removal Permit
will be necessary in order to remove the trees.
Note that east facing doors and openings will be subject to excessive seasonal winds.
Suggest a double door foyer to mitigate this.
8. The driveway into the site from Foothill Boulevard violates Engineering driveway separation
policy WHAT POLICY? I COULDN'T FIND ANY DRIVEWAY SPACING POLICIES IN NEW
GENERAL PLAN. as it is only 150 feet from the main driveway entrance to the Rodriguez
shopping center to the east. The Engineering Division is willing to support the western-most
driveway from Foothill Boulevard subject to it being gated off to customer traffic to avoid
confused and conflicting traffic movements. The gate shall be automatically operated so
that it is open the minimum length of time for a gas delivery truck to exit the site and shall be
made of decorative wrought iron framed with rock covered pilasters. Intensified landscaping
shall be provided along the frontage of the site to conceal the existence of this driveway.
Note that the applicant balked at the requirement that the driveway be exit only for fueling
trucks at the November 6, 2001 Design Review Committee meeting but has not met with
Engineering staff in the meantime to resolve the matter. Planning and Engineering staff
have met and the above solution remains to be recommended.
Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
All roof- and ground-mounted equipment shall be fully screened. The site sits well below the
Albertson's site to the north, which will pose a design challenge for any roof-mounted
equipment or satellite dishes.
2. Tree quantities shall be as follows:
1 tree per 30 linear feet of perimeter property line, plus
1 tree per 30 linear feet of building wall, plus
1 tree per 3 parking spaces to shade 50 percent of the parking area.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend
• approval of the project subject to compliance with and resolution of the above comments and any
additional requirements the Committee may have.
• DRC COMMENTS
CUP 00-17 -CHEVRON
December 18, 2001
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Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Brent Le Count
The Committee received the revised plans and recommended approval subject to staffs
comments and the following additional comments:
The retaining wall along the west property line shall be covered with real river rock
veneer and a decorative masonry cap.
2. The pump island shall be designed to match the main building including substantial sized
river rock covered columns, stucco, and roofing to match.
3. Column pop-outs on the building shall be a minimum of 2 feet deep.
4. Trellis members shall be a minimum of 2-inch square, painted metal.
The applicant agreed to all conditions and comments.
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:20 p.m. Brent Le Count December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MODIFICATION (DRCDR99-
11MOD) - HOGLE-IRELAND - A request to modify the northeasterly 25 acres of an existing
industrial master plan on 140 acres of land in Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) located on the south of
Foothill Boulevard, north of Arrow Highway and east of Milliken Avenue - APN: 229-011-70, 73, 74,
75. Related file: Tentative Parcel Map No. 15630.
Desion Parameters: The Planning Commission approved the "Rancho Cucamonga Coorporate
Park" master plan in April of 1999. At that time, the developer was unsure of how the land area in
the northeastern corner of the site would be developed. The current request completes master
planning for this section as well as the restaurant pad at the northwest corner of the Lowe's site.
The proposal includes three sit down restaurants and one fast food with drive-thru along Foothill
Boulevard with four office buildings and two manufacturing buildings to the south. Access would
primarily be off the main north-south driveway entrance from Foothill Boulevard (aligned with Mayten
Street to the north and connecting to Millennium Court to the south) as well as a secondary entrance
to the east. Including the proposed new fast food drive-thru restaurant, the overall project site will
have three drive-thru uses along Foothill Boulevard spaced 400 to 600 feet apart.
The Planning Commission's Resolution No. 88-158 (see attached) established design goals and
policies for drive-thru businesses. There are two existing drive-thru businesses: Farmer Boys
• restaurant and Union Bank of Califomia. The proposed design and location of drive-thru businesses
meets all requirements.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
The applicant has worked diligently with staff to refine the master plan. There are no major issues.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
The building on Parcel 5 is located next to the main north-south drive aisle, therefore tends
to frame the drive aisle with architecture rather than parking. To the degree possible re-plot
buildings on Parcels 6, 9, and 10 to achieve the same configuration. Further, it is
recommended that both buildings on Parcels 5 and 6 be reoriented north-south with all
parking behind (on the opposite side from the Mayten Street entry spine.
2. Close off the driveway directly south of the "Islands" restaurant building, the driveway at
northeast corner of Parcel 5 and both driveways at the southwest corner of Parcel 6,
because they are too close to the east-west spine intersections. This is necessary to allow
sufficient vehicle stacking at the STOP sign on the east-west spines. Union Bank of
California was only allowed to do this because it is not used for exiting their site.
• 3. Provide convenient and well-defined pedestrian connections between the office buildings to
the south and the restaurants to the north.
• DRC COMMENTS
DRCDR99-11 MOD - HOGLE-IRELAND
December 18, 2001
Page 2
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy acid should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
The manufacturing buildings on Parcels 7 and 8 will require one 14-foot by 50-foot semi
truck parking space for every dock high door proposed. This may affect building location
and size.
•
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend
approval subject to the above comments.
Attachment
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Brent Le Count
The Committee recommended approval subject to staffs comments with the following additional
comments:
It is not necessary to re-orient the buildings Parcel 9 and 10 per staffs direction.
The applicant agreed to all conditions and comments.
•
;~ RESOLUTION N0. 88-96
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA ESTABLISHING INTERIM DESIGN GOALS AND
POLICIES FOR BUSINESSES WITH DRIVE-THRU FACILITIES
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has expressed numerous concerns with
businesses that have drive-thru facilities including, but not limited to, fast
food restaurants. The concerns are compatibility of use, circulation, and
visual and aesthetic appearance. Previous projects have not adequately
addressed these concerns, especially in the screening of the drive-thru lane;
and
WHEREAS, there is a need to establish a design goal for businesses
with drive-thru facilities to guide future development; and
WHEREAS, development standards and design guidelines are necessary to
implement the design goal for businesses with drive-thru facilities; and
WHEREAS, such development standards and design guidelines are needed
to provide clear direction and guidance to developers and staff alike.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Rancho Cucamonga Planning
Commission does hereby establish interim policies for businesses with drive-
thru facilities as follows:
Section 1: Goal Statement
The i ntent of the guidelines i s to assist the designer i n
understanding and complying with the City standards for
building and site design. The goal is to provide high
quality design, compatibility of use, and mitigate
environmental and aesthetic concerns that are created by
this type of land use. The following design standards and
guidelines shall apply to uses with drive-thru facilities
typically including, but not limited to, fast food
restaurants, banks, mini-markets, dairy, photo kiosks, or
auto service.
Section 2: Development Standards
A. Location - Uses with drive-thru facilities shall be
300 feet away from any intersection and from another
drive-thru facility on the same side of the street,
except within a shopping center or Master Plan.
Restaurants with drive-thru facilities shall be a
minimum of 200 feet away from any residential use or
district boundary.
PLANNING COMMISSI RESOLUTION N0.
DRIVE-THRU INTERIM DESIGN GOALS/POLICIES
May 11, 1988
Page 2
B. Site Area - Uses with drive-thru facilities shall have
a minimum 1 acre net land area. This minimum land
area may be modified when the drive-thru facility is
within a Master Plan or an integrated shopping center
through the Design Review process.
C. The minimum floor area for drive-thru facilities shall
be 2,500 square feet. The minimum floor area for a
drive-thru facility other than a fast food restaurant
may be modified through the Design Review process.
D. The maximum site coverage shall be 40 percent of the
net lot area. The minimum on-site landscaping. which
includes articulated plazas, courtyards, and patios,
shall be 15 percent of the net lot area exclusive of
public right-of-way.
E. Parking and the drive-thru lane shall be setback 45
feet from the ultimate curb face. Greater setbacks
may be required as mentioned in the Specific Plan and
as deemed necessary during the Design Review process.
Section 3: Design Guidelines
A. Site Planning/Building Orientation - Future drive-thru
facilities in a Master Plan or shopping center shall
be identified early in the review process to avoid
retrofitting the uses at a later date. The site
design shall minimize pedestrian/vehicle conflicts and
avoid locating driveways and service areas which
interfere with the flow of the on-site circulation.
Building placement shall be done in a manner to create
new pedestrian spaces and plaza area. Buildings shall
orient the public entrances toward the street.
Building layout should be oriented to screen the
drive-thru lane. Drive-thru lanes shall be screened
through building orientation;- the use of a combination
of low screen walls, heavy landscaping, and trellis
work. Separate pay windows and pick-up windows should
be provided.
B. Stacking Distance/Parking - The drive-thru lane shall
be a sufficient length to accommodate the necessary
stacking of cars. The stacking distance shall be
determined through a parking study as stated in
Section 17.12.040C, Special Requirements of the
Parking Ordinance. Each drive-thru lane shall be
separate from the circulation route necessary for
ingress and egress from the property or access to any
parking spaces within the site.
PLANNING COMMISSI"" RESOLUTION N0.
DRIVE-THRU INTERN. DESIGN GOALS/POLICIES
May 11, 1988
Page 3
C. Parking - The parking requirements for drive-thru
facilities shall be according to Section 17.12 of the
Parking Ordinance. The gross floor area for outdoor
seating shall be subject to the same parking
requirement.
D. Pedestrian Orientation - The Site Plan shall create
opportunities for courtyards and plazas and other
landscape open space to promote safe and convenient
pedestrian movement with continuous landscape pathway
between buildings. The design should discourage a
need for pedestrians to have to cross a drive-thru
wherever possible.
E. Architecture - Standardized "corporate" architectural
styles associated wit a chain is prohibited. Drive-
thru facilities within an integrated shopping center
or Master Plan must have architectural style
consistent with the theme established in the center.
Architecture must provide compatibility to surrounding
uses in form, materials, colors, scale, etc. Building
planes shall have variation in depth and angle to
create variety and interest in its basic form and
silhouette of the building. Articulation of building
surface shall be encouraged through the use of
openings and recesses which create texture and shadow
patterns. Building entrances shall be well
articulated and project a formal entrance through
variation of architectural plane, pavement surface,
treatment, and landscape plaza.
F. Signing - All signs shall conform with the provisions
of the Sign Ordinance. Drive-thru facilities within
an integrated shopping center or Master Plan must
comply with the Uniform Sign Program as established in
the center.
Section 4: Performance Standards
A. Special performance standards for restaurants with
drive-thru facilities: The use shall be operated in a
manner which does not interfere with the normal use of
adjoining properties. If, in the opinion of the City
Planner, the provisions of this paragraph are being
violated, the violations shall be grounds for
reopening Conditional Use Permit hearings and adding
conditions to control the violation. Performance
® standards include, but are not limited to the
following considerations, which, where appropriate,
shall be incorporated as conditions of approval in all
use permits as determined by the Planning Commission
or City Council:
PLANNING COMMISSI~ RESOLUTION N0.
- DRIVE-THRU INTERI ~~ DESIGN GOALS/POLICIES
May 11, 1988
Page 4
(1) Noise levels measured at the property line shall
not exceed the level of background noise normally
found in the area.
(2) The premises shall be kept clean, and the
operator shall make all reasonable efforts to see
that no trash or litter originating from the use
is deposited on adfacent properties. For drive-
thru restaurants or other uses which typically
generate trash or litter, adequate trash
containers, as determined by the City Planner,
shall be required and employees shall be required
daily to pick up trash or litter originating from
the site upon the site and within 300 feet of the
perimeter of the property.
(3) All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
(4) No undesirable odors shall be generated on the
site.
(5) The on-site manager of the use shall take
whatever steps are deemed necessary to assure the
orderly conduct of employees, patrons, and
(6) visitors on the premises.
A copy of these performance standards and all
Conditional Use Permit conditions of approval
shall be posted along side the necessary business
licenses and be visible at all times to
employees.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF MAY, 1988.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
ATTEST:
I, Brad e8u11er, Deputy 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 11th day of May, 1988, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: CHITIEA, BLAKESLEY, EMERICK, MCNIEL, TOLSTOY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:40 p.m. Emily Wimer December 18, 2001
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00516 - US HOMES -The design review of building
elevations and detailed site plan for three previously approved tentative tract maps consisting of 113
single-family lots in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North
Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located on Day Creek Boulevard on
the north and south sides of Banyan Street - APN: 225-101-44 UCP/RANCHO ETIWANDA.
Related file: TT14523-1, 14494, and 15902.
Design Parameters: The site falls within the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development (previously
University/Crest Project), a 1,238 residential unit development approved by the County in May 1991
and recently annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The site consists of 7 Tracts, which are
all currently being rough graded. The applicant is proposing a total of 8 phases. The site is
bordered by a portion of Tract 14523 to the north, Banyan Street to the south, and Tract 13812 to
the east. Portions of the proposed development run along both sides of Day Creek Boulevard.
Main access to the tracts is from Day Creek Boulevard.
The applicant is proposing to develop 113 single-family homes on three tracts approved under the
Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development Agreement (Tract 14494, 14523 and 15902). The homes
will include 10 Floor Plans and 5 architectural styles. The square footage of the homes range in size
from 2,803 to 3,503. The styles include Ranch, Country, and Bungalow, as primary architectural
• style and Monterey and Santa Barbara as secondary styles. The primary styles will consist of
seventy percent of the total home product. The homes will also include porches on corner lots, side
on garages, and additional enhanced architecture on elevations, which back and side on Day Creek
Boulevard and Banyan Street. The project will be built in 8 phases.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve major design issues.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues.
The size of the lumber used for the Bungalow style pilasters should be sizeable and
cohesive with the pilaster size.
2. Twenty five percent of the porches should be considered "standard" to coincide with the
rural architectural theme of Rancho Etiwanda.
3. Thirty percent of garage doors should have windows. This will allow variety of 3 car garage
elevations.
• 4. When a retaining wall exists in the rear of the property to assist with the 15-foot useable
area, steps should be provided to allow access to maintain the slope.
The pilasters used for the Bungalow style architecture should widen at the bottom for a more
rural and traditional look.
• DRC COMMENTS
DR DRC2001-00516 - US HOMES
December 18, 2001
Page 2
6. Provide an optional window or similar type of relief on the rear elevation of Plan 3.
Chimneys should have architectural detail, including brick, stone, or siding as shown in the
adopted architectural guidelines for Rancho Etiwanda. Adding stone to the Bungalow style
would incorporate rock into all 4 elevations, see attached.
8. The left and right elevations of Santa Barbara style should incorporate additional trim,
stucco, or fascia to incorporate 360-degree architecture.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
1. All walls visible from or facing a street should be decorative masonry on both sides
2. All interior private yard slopes required to be landscaped should receive ground cover,
shrubs and one tree for every 150 square feet of area. A ratio of fifty percent 5-gallon and
50 percent 15-gallon shall be provided for trees.
3. All river rock should be authentic and not veneer.
• 4. Plot one tree in each front yard area on Landscape Plan.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the project subject to the
above-mentioned conditions.
Attachment
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Emily Wimer
The Committee recommended the applicant incorporate the following:
1. The size of the lumber used for the Bungalow style pilasters should be sizeable and
cohesive with the pilaster size.
2. Twenty-five percent of the porches should be considered "standard" to coincide with the
rural architectural theme of Rancho Etiwanda.
3. Thirty percent of garage doors should have windows. This will allow variety of-car garage
elevations.
4. When a retaining wall exists in the rear of the property to assist with the 15- foot useable
• area, steps should be provided to allow access to maintain the slope.
5. The pilasters used for the Bungalow style architecture should widen at the bottom for a more
rural and traditional look.
• DRC COMMENTS
DR DRC2001-00516 - US HOMES
December 18, 2001
Page 3
6. Provide an optional window or similar type of relief on the rear elevations of Plan 3.
7. Chimneys should have architectural detail, including brick, stone, or siding as shown in the
adopted architectural guidelines for Rancho Etiwanda. Adding stone to the Bungalow style
would incorporate rock into all 4 elevations.
8. The left and right elevations of Santa Barbara style should incorporate additional trim,
stucco, or fascia to incorporate 360-degree architecture.
9. Interior return walls and corner side walls shall be stucco to match individual home colors.
All walls shall have a cap incorporated into their design.
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
9:00 p.m. Emily Wimer December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16253 - CRESTWOOD
CORPORATION - A residential subdivision of 10single-family lots on 7 acres of land in the Very
Low Residential District (2-4 dwellings peracre) within the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located 150 feet
from the northwest corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Victoria Street - APN: 227-041-18 and 19.
Design Parameters: The site is located about 160 feet west of Etiwanda Avenue. To the west is
vacant property in the Very Low Residential District. To the east are single-family homes also in the
Very Low Residential District. The southerly boundary is bordered by Victoria Street and to the north
is bordered by a tree line and partial community trail. The property is currently vacant and slopes 2-
5percent with no significant drainage courses, roads, coarsest, or topographical features.
A Community Trail is proposed along the north property line. There are also two local feeder trails
located on the east and west sides of the proposed tract.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
• 1. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve any Major Issues.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project, subject to the above
comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Emily Wimer
The Committee recommended approval.
•
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
9:20 p.m. Emily Wimer December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16237 - CRESTWOOD
CORPORATION - A residential subdivision of 8single-family lots on 4.56 acres of land, located at
the southwest comer of Wilson Avenue and Haven Avenue - APN: 201-182-30.
Design Parameters: This site is located about 160 feet west of Haven Avenue, on the south side of
Wilson Avenue. To the west is vacant property in the Very Low District. To the east is the Latter
Day Saints church and parking lot. To the south is asingle-family tract, zoned Low Medium
residential. The property is currently vacant and slopes southeasterly at approximately 2-5 percent
with no significant drainage courses, roads, or topographical features.
A Community Trail is proposed along the south side of Wilson Avenue. There are also two local
feeder trails located on the east and west sides of the proposed tract.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
• 1. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve any Major Issues.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project, subject to the above
comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Emily Wimer
The Committee approved the project as submitted.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
DECEMBER 18, 2001
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Br el r
Se re ary
C
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 18, 2001 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart
Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias
CONSENT CALENDAR
Nancy Fong
John Mannerino
NO ITEMS HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED
The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such
as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting.
PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS
This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant
regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public
testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input.
7:00 p.m
(Alan) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16262 -
PIEDRAARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. -A request to subdivide 9.23
acres of land into 15single-family lots in the Very Low Residential District (1-2
dwelling units per acre) located between Archibald and Klusman Avenues,
approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02.
Related file: DRC2001-00584.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2001-00584 -
PIEDRAARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. -The design review of house
elevations and detailed site plans for 15 lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low
Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located between Archibald and
Klusman Avenues, approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside Road -
APN: 1061-561-02. Related file: SUBTT16262.
J
7:20 p.m.
(Debra) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-
00675 - COPART, INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a
weekly auto auction on 39.2 acre, located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy
Industrial District (Subarea 15) -APN: 29-121-15.
7:40 p.m
(Kirt) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-
00437 -EXXON MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new
3,946 square foot service station with convenience market, drive-thru car wash and
pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the northeast corner of Haven Avenue
and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra Vista Community Plan
-APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
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DRC AGENDA
December 18, 2001
Page 2
8:00 p.m.
(Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-17 -
CHEVRON - A request to construct a new 2,740 square foot service station with
convenience market, drive-thru carwash and pump island on 1-acre of land in the
Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) located on the south side of Foothill
Boulevard west of Vineyard Avenue -APN: 207-211-12, and 13.
8:20 p.m
(Brent) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
MODIFICATION (DRCDR99-11MOD)- HOGLE-IRELAND -A requestto modify the
northeasterly 25 acres of an existing industrial master plan on 140 acres of land in
Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) located on the south of Foothill Boulevard, north of Arrow
Highway and east of Milliken Avenue -APN: 229-011-70, 73, 74, 75. Related file:
Tentative Parcel Map No. 15630.
8:40 p.m
(Emily) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00516 - US HOMES -The design review of
building elevations and detailed site plan for three previously approved tentative tract
maps consisting of 113 single-family lots in the Low Residential District (2~ dwelling
units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned
Development, located on Day Creek Boulevard on the north and south sides of
Banyan Street -APN: 225-101-44 UCP/RANCHO ETIWANDA. Related file:
TT14523-1, 14494, and 15902.
9:00 p.m
(Emily) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16253 -
CRESTWOOD CORPORATION - A residential subdivision of 10single-family lots
on 7 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (2-4 dwellings per acre) within
the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located 150 feet from the northwest corner of Etiwanda
Avenue and Victoria Street-APN: -22-041-18 and 19.
9:20 p.m
(Emily) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16237 -
CRESTWOODCORPORATION -A residential subdivision of 8single-family lots on
4.56 acres of land, located at the southwest corner of Wilson Avenue and Haven
Avenue -APN: - 201-182-30.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the
Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may
receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five
minutes per individual.
•
• DRC AGENDA
December 18, 2001
Page 3
ADJOURNMENT
1, Mary Lou Gragg, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true,
accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on December 13, 2001, at least 72 hours prior to
the meeting per Govemmenf Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic C nter Drive, Rancho
Cucamonga.
• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:00 p.m. Alan Warren December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16262 - PIEDRA
ARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. - A request to subdivide 9.23 acres of land into
15single-family lots in the Very Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) located
between Archibald and Klusman Avenues, approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside
Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related file: DRC2001-00584.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2001-00584 - PIEDRA
ARCHITECTURE AND DEVELOPMENT CO. -The design review of house elevations and detailed
site plans for 15 lots on 9.23 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per
acre) located between Archibald and Klusman Avenues, approximately 427 feet north of the
centerline of Hillside Road -APN: 1061-561-02. Related file: SUBTT16262.
Background: The proposed tract has been designed with the new Very Low Residential standards
to accommodate improved horse keeping potential. Each lot is at least 200 feet deep with at least
60-foot rear yard setback for the main house. The house models are very unique with a not so
subtle "50's modern" look with which staff is very intrigued. All the models have a different Floor
Plan and Elevations and therefore the local street will seem like a custom subdivision with individual
homes on each lot. Many of the homes are true split-levels with second floor areas exiting on to
upper ground levels.
• Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
Grading -Staff believes this project, in many respects, exemplifies the intent of the hillside
grading standards with varying rooflines and balconies, which result in multiple levels. As a
result, most of staffs comments address specific site issues rather than architecture
comments. The site slopes gently to the south. The plan proposes a terraced approach on
each lot with graded slopes dividing the lots with distinctive lower and upper portions. The
dividing slopes are designed to exhibit natural slope features while creating significant grade
differences for the split-level home plans. The street alignment is like the neighborhood to
the north that has a street connecting Klusman and Archibald Avenues. Staff will present
the Grading Committee recommendations at the Design Review Committee meeting.
2. Because the trail easements are totally on the lots of this tract, staff recommends that the
perimeter block wall (with 10-foot wide gates) be located along the inside of the trail
easement and a trail fence be provided along the outside trail easement/property line. The
tract is scheduled for Trails Advisory Committee review on December 12, 2001, which will be
considering the trail fencing features (PVC rail, peeler post). Staff will present its
recommendations at the Design Review Committee meeting.
3. Materials and Colors -The materials have not been submitted at the time of report writing.
Staff review and recommendations regarding the materials and colors will be presented at
• the Design Review Committee meeting.
4. Architecture -Staff believes the unique architecture will provide an interesting feature to this
area and is in keeping with the modern style of the Tolstoy residence to the west. Staff does
not propose any changes to the models.
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Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
Along the Equestrian trail perimeter, landscaping shall be predominately Eucalyptus varieties
to emulate the area's windbreaks.
The applicant shall make an effort to save existing trees on Lots 4 and 12 as house location
and lot grading may allow for. Staff determination as to those that may be appropriate to
save will be made through the Tree Removal Permit process.
The applicant has provided typical cross-sections for eaves, recessed walls, etc. The
Committee may wish to comment on the level of detail in the execution of significant
features.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission Policy and or Development
Code requirements and should be incorporated in the project design without discussion:
1. Taper three or four car driveways down to standard two-car with at street.
2. Round off and contour all graded slopes to blend with the existing terrain, and present a
• more natural appearance.
3. Slope planting should be provided to soften appearance of slopes and prevent soil erosion.
4. Minimize slopes between lots to preserve privacy. Where slopes cannot be minized,
mitigate concerns through other means -landscaping, fencing, etc.
5. Coordinate exterior building design on all elevations from building to building to achieve the
same level of design quality.
6. Avoid identical color schemes plotted on adjacent lots.
7. Use native rock for fieldstone. Other forms of stone may be manufactured products.
8. Design chimneystacks with accent materials used on house, such as brick or stone, except
interior chimneys.
9. Provide decorative perimeter fencing (i.e., masonry) at tract edges and along streets.
"Decorative" means stucco finish, split face block or similar textured surface. Smooth
precision block is not acceptable.
10. Vary wall setbacks adjacent to major thoroughfares to increase visual interest.
11. Retaining walls exposed to public view to be decorative masonry.
• 12. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic-coated chain
link to maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
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13. Return walls and corner sidewalls to be decorative masonry and compatible with the
architectural style. If more than one style of house design exists, then a simple wall design
is preferred.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend the
project for approval.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Alan Warren
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:20 p.m. Debra Meier December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00675 - COPART,
INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a weekly auto auction on 39.2 acre,
located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy Industrial District (Subarea 15) - APN: 29-121-15.
Background: The Committee reviewed this project at its meeting on December4, 2001 and directed
the applicant to make revisions to the project that focused on building design details, screening, and
fencing. The applicant will submit revised plans to the Committee for review and discussion.
Action: The Committee agreed that the revisions to the project should be returned for Committee
review and approval.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: McNeil, Stewart, Fong
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
Commissioner McNeil asked the applicant, represented by Mr. Paul Shyer of COPART, Inc. to
• describe the business activities and operation of the proposed facility. Mr. Shyer indicated that
COPART has 89 facilities nationwide; they contract with all major insurance carriers in California for
the sale of vehicles that the insurance company has taken possession of for various reasons. Many
of the vehicles have sustained some degree of damage. COPART processes the title work for the
insurance company, and conducts weekly wholesale auctions. The vehicles are on-site an average
of 60 days, the quicker they are turned over the more efficient for their business. The auction
typical features the sale of approximately 300 vehicles per week, with approximately 200 individuals
attending the auction. Buyers range from body shops, and dealers, to salvage companies. All
buyers must have the appropriate wholesale or salvage auto licenses to attend the auction.
Fencing and Screening: The Committee discussed at length the appropriate use of the metal
fencing. The Committee requested the following information be provided by the applicant: Wind
rating, and gauge of the steel. In addition, the Committee wanted the applicant to investigate
alternative finishes, such as a sandblasted surfacing.
The Committee requested that awrought-iron fence be used along the freeway ramp, rather than
the metal fence.
The Committee requested that the block wall along the southern boundary be constructed of split-
face block to be consistent with the building material.
The Committee requested that the exterior gate be constructed of wrought iron; the interior gates
shall be solid view obstructing material.
Building Elevation: The Committee requested that the building elevations be enhanced, with
• additional attention to building detailing, including the building entry. The Committee suggested that
the applicants look at the two split-face block office buildings that are located on the west side of the
freeway, south of the site, for ideas pertaining to the use of block and glass, that result in a simple
yet attractive structure.
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DRC2001-00675 - COPART, INC.
December 18, 2001
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Landscaoing: The Committee concurred with the staff recommendation regarding landscaping on
the site. Landscape planters shall be provided in the public parking area at the ends of the truck
parking bays (The applicant indicated that this would work best if they widened the end spaces to
provide extra maneuvering room for the truck); and the landscaping around the perimeter of the
building shall be 10 feet minimum in front of the screen wall, and trees shall be provided at the
employee eating area in the rear of the building.
Design Review Committee Action
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:40 p.m. Kirt Coury December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTANDCONDlTIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-00437-EXXON
MOBIL OIL CORPORATION -A request to construct a new 3,946 square foot service station with
convenience market, drive-thru car wash and pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the
northeast corner of Haven Avenue and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra
Vista Community Plan -APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
Background: On November 20, 2001, the Design Review Committee reviewed the project and
recommended the applicant make revisions and come back to the December 4, 2001, Design
Review Committee meeting. Because of short notice, the applicant will bring a revised set of plans
to the meeting. The fallowing are issues that should be addressed at the meeting:
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
1. The architectural treatment and cornice element along the west elevation should match or
resemble the treatment of the east elevation. The west elevation (facing Haven Avenue) will
• be the most viewed elevation. The building character and site design should resemble and
be more consistent with the architectural style found in the Terra Vista Shopping Center.
2. Building pop-outs representing horizontal variation should pop-out a minimum of 3 feet off of
the main building for shadowing and relief. Pop-out treatments should be reflected on the
building footprints of the proposed Site Plan, Grading Plan, Landscape Plan, and Floor Plan.
3. The entrance pop-out tower element should be increased out approximately 5 to 6 feet for
more character and definition to the front entrance.
4. Add a wood trellis structure with columns over the drive-thru lane along the west elevation.
5. Incorporate a tile, real river rock, or stacked stone wainscot treatment.
6. Provide textured pavement along circulation and pedestrian access points.
7. Enhance the canopy design, and incorporate wainscot treatment.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
The proposed sign element on the front entrance of the convenience store is too large for
the building. The letters are 4 feet tall and the overall sign height is 6 feet, which would be
characteristic of a major anchor store. Staff would suggest 24-inch high letters.
• 2. Add natural concrete frame representation around the proposed ceramic file accents.
Further, add ceramic file accents with framing to the convenience store north, south, and
west elevations and to all elevations of the carwash building and canopy structure.
Increase the reveal expansion on building face to a minimum of 2 inches.
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4. Provide a bus shelter on-site to serve the new bus bay on Haven Avenue
5. The wood brackets of the rooftop tower structure should match or resemble those of other
tower elements in nearby shopping centers.
6. Use 3-inch thick tubular steel for proposed trellis treatment.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return to Design
Review Committee.
The Committee recommended the project incorporate all major and secondary issues previously
identified above as well as the item shall be brought back for further review regarding the issues
listed below:
1. Incorporate a the wainscot treatment.
2. ,Use 3-inch thick tubular steel for proposed trellis treatment.
3. Provide textured pavement along circulation and pedestrian access points.
• 4. Enhance the canopy design, with roof variation, wainscot treatment, etc.
5. The architectural design should use the same style/theme as the Terra Vista Town Center.
PLANS WILL BE PRESENTED AT THE MEETING
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Kirt Coury
• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:00 p.m. Brent Le Count December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-17 -CHEVRON - A
request to construct a new 2,740 square foot service station with convenience market, drive-thru
carwash and pump island on 1-acre of land in the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2)
located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard west of Vineyard Avenue - APN: 207-211-12, and
13.
Background: On November 6, 2001, the Committee reviewed revised plans for the project and
found that the new design was not substantially different from past designs that had been rejected.
During the meeting, the applicant submitted another set of revised elevations that had increased
river rock application along the base of the building. The Committee found this design to be a
nominal increase in quality. The Committee reminded the applicant that it would be necessary to
follow the Design Guidelines1 for the Rodriguez master planned shopping center of which the
project is a part. The applicant claimed that the revised design does conform to the Guidelines and
asked the Committee to explain why it does not. The Committee requested that the project be
revised and brought back for further review in light of staffs comments and the following additional
comments (staff responses to the comments per the currently revised plans in italics):
Reduce roof pitch on tower element to match the Guidelines.
The roof pitch and perhaps more importantly, the roof overhang, has been adjusted to match
the Design Guidelines for the center.
2. Increase the height and mass of the overall roof area to balance the building and avoid a
tacked on, mansard-like appearance.
In addition to the tower roof revisions, the roof on the main part of the building has been
increased in height and mass so that a stronger "hip"style roof profile is conveyed. The wall
area directly below the rootline and above the window line has been reduced in height
resulting in a less boxy appearance.
3. The columns that support the trellises should match those shown in the Guidelines.
The trellis columns are of more substantial width and have detailing consistent with the
Design Guidelines. The stonework extends the full height of the columns similarto the stone
columns on the Mobil station at the southeast comer of Vineyard Avenue and Foothill
Boulevard.
4. The fascia and exposed rafter tail details (including rafter spacing) should match those
shown in the guidelines.
The height of the fascia (or wall area between top of window and bottom of root) has been
reduced to avoid a boxy appearance and the rafter tail treatment matches the Design
Guidelines.
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1 The Planning Commission has not approved the Design Guidelines. In order to allow the shopping
center to proceed, the conditions of approval allowed issuance of building permits for Phase I only until the
Design Guidelines could be approved.
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December 18, 2001
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5. W indows should have some form of cut ups to add visual interest and be consistentwith the
Guidelines.
The service station/mini-market use requires clear visibility into the building for security
reasons. This limits the window area available for such decorative applications as
cutups/divided light. The applicant proposes a cut up pattern that is consistent with the rest
of the center while allowing visibility into the building.
6. Section A-A shows approximately 6 feet of fill along west project boundary. If a retaining
wall is necessary to support this fill it shall be decorative, preferably covered with river rock.
If no retaining wall is to be constructed here off-site grading will be necessary and the
applicant shall obtain authorization for such grading from the San Bernardino County Flood
Control District, prior to scheduling for Planning Commission. Such grading would remove
existing mature landscaping and trees.
The applicant told the Committee at the November 6, 2001 meeting that they do not wish to
have a retaining wall in this location but the current Grading Plan still shows the 6 feet of fill.
The retaining wall shall be covered with natural river rock with a decorative cap.
7. Provide decorative profile cornice around the carwash building or provide a pitched roof tied
into the remainder of the building.
The parapets for the carwash building are treated with colored stucco trim along the top and
bottom and a horizontal reveal line approximately one-third the way up from the base. It may
be preferable to add a step on the bottom of the stucco trim line along the top of the
parapet line similar to the trim that wraps the tower for consistency and visual
interest.
8. Provide decorative trim around the archway on the tower feature and elsewhere to enhance
the appearance of the building and avoid a boxy stucco look.
Trim lines now wrap the entire building. The trim is proposed to have a simple, flat profile in
most areas. The step on the trim line wrapping the tower adds visual interest and
should be used as much as possible throughout the building.
9. Provide more corbels on the tower feature consistent with the Guidelines.
The tower has two pairs of corbels per side. Provide additional corbels so that the
spacing/rhythm of corbels matches that of the exposed rafter tails consistent with the
Guidelines.
Additional Comments:
1. The plans do not show a design for the pump island canopy. Previous submittals have
shown astucco-covered canopy with roofline similar to the building and the Committee
appeared in favor of this design. The pump island canopy support columns and roof shall
• have similar proportion and treatment as those on the building.
2. The plans do not provide details to show column pop-out dimension from building walls.
This dimension shall be substantial, at least 2 feet deep.
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December 18, 2001
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3. Wall-mounted trellises shall be minimum 2 inches square metal tubing instead of wood.
4. Provide decorative paving for driveway entrances into the site and to delineate pedestrian
pathways.
5. Provide Crape Myrtle tree planting along the Foothill Boulevard frontage consistent with the
Foothill Boulevard Activity Center theme.
6. When the application was originally submitted, the existing mature trees just west of the site
were to remain untouched. The current Site Plan shows these trees to be removed. The
trees should be preserved if possible. These appear to be off-site trees so their removal
should not be necessary. Permission from the property owner and a Tree Removal Permit
will be necessary in order to remove the trees.
7. Note that east facing doors and openings will be subject to excessive seasonal winds.
Suggest a double door foyer to mitigate this.
8. The driveway into the site from Foothill Boulevard violates Engineering driveway separation
policy WHAT POLICY? I COULDN'T FIND ANY DRIVEWAY SPACING POLICIES IN NEW
GENERAL PLAN. as it is only 150 feet from the main driveway entrance to the Rodriguez
• shopping center to the east. The Engineering Division is willing to support the western-most
driveway from Foothill Boulevard subject to it being gated off to customer traffic to avoid
confused and conflicting traffic movements. The gate shall be automatically operated so
that it is open the minimum length of time for a gas delivery truck to exit the site and shall be
made of decorative wrought iron framed with rock covered pilasters. Intensified landscaping
shall be provided along the frontage of the site to conceal the existence of this driveway.
Note that the applicant balked at the requirement that the driveway be exit only for fueling
trucks at the November 6, 2001 Design Review Committee meeting but has not met with
Engineering staff in the meantime to resolve the matter. Planning and Engineering staff
have met and the above solution remains to be recommended.
Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
All roof- and ground-mounted equipment shall be fully screened. The site sits well below the
Albertson's site to the north, which will pose a design challenge for any roof-mounted
equipment or satellite dishes.
2. Tree quantities shall be as follows:
1 tree per 30 linear feet of perimeter property line, plus
1 tree per 30 linear feet of building wall, plus
1 tree per 3 parking spaces to shade 50 percent of the parking area.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend
approval of the project subject to compliance with and resolution of the above comments and any
additional requirements the Committee may have.
• DRC COMMENTS
CUP 00-17 -CHEVRON
December 18, 2001
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Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Brent Le Count
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:20 p.m. Brent Le Count December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MODIFICATION (DRCDR99-
11MOD) - HOGLE-IRELAND - A request to modify the northeasterly 25 acres of an existing
industrial master plan on 140 acres of land in Subarea 7 (Industrial Park) located on the south of
Foothill Boulevard, north ofArrow Highway and east of Milliken Avenue -APN: 229-011-70, 73, 74,
75. Related file: Tentative Parcel Map No. 15630.
Design Parameters: The Planning Commission approved the "Rancho Cucamonga Coorporate
Park" master plan in April of 1999. At that time, the developer was unsure of how the land area in
the northeastern corner of the site would be developed. The current request completes master
planning for this section as well as the restaurant pad at the northwest corner of the Lowe's site.
The proposal includes three sit down restaurants and one fast food with drive-thru along Foothill
Boulevard with four office buildings and two manufacturing buildings to the south. Access would
primarily be off the main north-south driveway entrance from Foothill Boulevard (aligned with Mayten
Street to the north and connecting to Millennium Court to the south) as well as a secondary entrance
to the east. Including the proposed new fast food drive-thru restaurant, the overall project site will
have three drive-thru uses along Foothill Boulevard spaced 400 to 600 feet apart.
The Planning Commission's Resolution No. 88-158 (see attached) established design goals and
policies for drive-thru businesses. There are two existing drive-thru businesses: Farmer Boys
. restaurant and Union Bank of California. The proposed design and location of drive-thru businesses
meets all requirements.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
The applicant has worked diligentlywith staff to refine the master plan. There are no major issues.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
The building on Parcel 5 is located next to the main north-south drive aisle, therefore tends
to frame the drive aisle with architecture rather than parking. To the degree possible re-plot
buildings on Parcels 6, 9, and 10 to achieve the same configuration. Further, it is
recommended that both buildings on Parcels 5 and 6 be reoriented north-south with all
parking behind (on the opposite side from the Mayten Street entry spine.
2. Close off the driveway directly south of the "Islands" restaurant building, the driveway at
northeast comer of Parcel 5 and both driveways at the southwest corner of Parcel 6,
because they are too close to the east-west spine intersections. This is necessary to allow
sufficient vehicle stacking at the STOP sign on the east-west spines. Union Bank of
California was only allowed to do this because it is not used for exiting their site.
• 3. Provide convenient and well-defined pedestrian connections between the office buildings to
the south and the restaurants to the north.
• DRC COMMENTS
DRCDR99-11 MOD - HOGLE-IRELAND
December 18, 2001
Page 2
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
1. The manufacturing buildings on Parcels 7 and 8 will require one 14-foot by 50-foot semi
truck parking space for every dock high door proposed. This may affect building locaticn
and size.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend
approval subject to the above comments.
Attachment
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Brent Le Count
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;~ RESOLUTION N0. 88-96
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA ESTABLISHING INTERIM DESIGN GOALS AND
POLICIES FOR BUSINESSES WITH DRIVE-THRU FACILITIES
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has expressed numerous concerns with
businesses that have drive-thru facilities including, but not limited to, fast
food restaurants. The concerns are compatibility of use, circulation, and
visual and aesthetic appearance. Previous projects have not adequately
addressed these concerns, especially in the screening of the drive-thru lane;
and
WHEREAS, there is a need to establish a design goal for businesses
with drive-thru facilities to guide future development; and
WHEREAS, development standards and design guidelines are necessary to
implement the design goal for businesses with drive-thru facilities; and
WHEREAS, such development standards and design guidelines are needed
to provide clear direction and guidance to developers and staff alike.
® NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Rancho Cucamonga Planning
Commission does hereby establish interim policies for businesses with drive-
thru facilities as follows:
Section 1: Goal Statement
The i ntent of the guidelines i s to assist the designer i n
understanding and complying with the City standards for
building and site design. The goal is to provide high
quality design, compatibility of use, and mitigate
environmental and aesthetic concerns that are created by
this type of land use. The following design standards and
guidelines shall apply to uses with drive-thru 'facilities
typically including, but not limited to, fast food
restaurants, banks, mini-markets, dairy, photo kiosks, or
auto service.
Section 2: Development Standards
A. Location - Uses with drive-thru facilities shall be
300 feet away from any intersection and from another
drive-thru facility on the same side of the street,
except within a shopping center or Master Plan.
Restaurants with drive-thru facilities shall be a
minimum of 200 feet away from any residential use or
district boundary.
PLANNING COMMISSI
DRIVE-THRU INTERIr~
May 11, 1988
Page 2
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RESOLUTION N0.
DESIGN GOALS/POLICIES
B. Site Area - Uses with drive-thru facilities shall have
a minimum 1 acre net land area. This minimum land
area may be modified when the drive-thru facility is
within a Master Plan or an integrated shopping center
through the Design Review process.
C. The minimum floor area for drive-thru facilities shall
be 2,500 square feet. The minimum floor area for a
drive-thru facility other than a fast food restaurant
may be modified through the Design Review process.
D. The maximum site coverage shall be 40 percent of the
net lot area. The minimum on-site landscaping, which
includes articulated plazas, courtyards, and patios,
shall be 15 percent of the net lot area exclusive of
public right-of-way.
E. Parking and the drive-thru lane shall be setback 45
feet from the ultimate curb face. Greater setbacks
may be required as mentioned in the Specific Plan and
as deemed necessary during the Design Review process.
Section 3: Design Guidelines
Site Planning/Building Orientation - Future drive-thru
facilities in a Master Plan or shopping center shall
be identified early in the review process to avoid
retrofitting the uses at a later date. The site
design shall minimize pedestrian/vehicle conflicts and
avoid locating driveways and service areas which
interfere with the flow of the on-site circulation.
Building placement shall be done in a manner to create
new pedestrian spaces and plaza area. Buildings shall
orient the public entrances toward the street.
Building ,layout should be oriented to screen the
drive-thru lane. Drive-thru lanes shall be screened
through building orientation; the use of a combination
of low screen walls, heavy landscaping, and trellis
work. Separate pay windows .and pick-up windows should
be provided.
8. Stacking Distance/Parking - The drive-thru lane shall
be a sufficient length to accommodate the necessary
stacking of cars. The stacking distance shall be
determined through a parking study as stated in
Section 17.12.040C, Special Requirements of the
Parking Ordinance. Each drive-thru lane shall be
® separate from the circulation route necessary for
ingress and egress from the property or access to any
parking spaces within the site.
PLANNING COMMISSI"' RESOLUTION N0.
DRIVE-THRU INTERN. DESIGN GOALS/POLICIES
May 11, 1988
Page 3
C. Parking - The parking requirements for drive-thru
facilities shall be according to Section 17.12 of the
Parking Ordinance. The gross floor area for outdoor
seating shall be subfect to the same parking
requirement.
D. Pedestrian Orientation - The Site Plan shall create
opportunities for courtyards and plazas and other
landscape open space to promote safe and convenient
pedestrian movement with continuous landscape pathway
between buildings. The design should discourage a
need for pedestrians to have to cross a drive-thru
wherever possible.
'~,.
Architecture - Standardized "corporate" architectural
styles associated wit a chain is prohibited. Drive-
thru facilities within an integrated shopping center
or Master Plan must have architectural style
consistent with the theme established in the center.
Architecture must provide compatibility to surrounding
uses in form, materials, colors, scale, etc. Building
planes shall have variation in depth and angle to
create variety and interest in its basic form and
silhouette of the building. Articulation of building
surface shall be encouraged through the use of
openings and recesses which create texture and shadow
patterns. Building entrances shall be well
articulated and protect a formal entrance through
variation of architectural plane, pavement surface,
treatment, and landscape plaza.
F. Signing - All signs shall conform with the provisions
of the Sign Ordinance. Drive-thru facilities within
an integrated shopping center or Master Plan must
comply with the Uniform Sign Program as established in
the center.
Section 4: Performance Standards
A. Special performance standards for restaurants with
drive-thru facilities: The use shall be operated in a
manner which does not interfere with the normal use of
adfoining properties. If, in the opinion of the City
Planner, the provisions of this paragraph are being
violated, the violations shall be grounds for
reopening Conditional Use Permit hearings and adding
conditions to control the violation. Performance
standards include, but are not limited to the
following considerations, which, where appropriate,
shall be incorporated as conditions of approval in all
use permits as determined by the Planning Commission
or City Council:
PLANNING COMMISSI~ RESOLUTION N0.
DRIVE-THRU INTERIP~ DESIGN GOALS/POLICIES
May 11, 1988
Page 4
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(1) Noise levels measured at the property line shall
not exceed the level of background noise normally
found in the area.
(2) The premises shall be kept clean, and the
operator shall make all reasonable efforts to see
that no trash or litter originating from the use
is deposited on ad,~acent properties. For drive-
thru restaurants or other uses which typically
generate trash or litter, adequate trash
containers, as determined by the City Planner,
shall be required and employees shall be required
daily to pick up trash or litter originating from
the site upon the site and within 300 feet of the
perimeter of the property.
(3) All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
(4) No undesirable odors shall be generated on the
site.
(5) The on-site manager of the use shall take
whatever steps are deemed necessary to assure the
orderly conduct of employees, patrons, and
visitors on the premises.
(6) A copy of these performance standards and all
Conditional Use Permit conditions of approval
shall be posted along side the necessary business
licenses and be visible at all times to
employees.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF MAY, 1988.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
e
ATTEST:
I, Brad a8uller, Deputy 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 11th day of May, 1988, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONERS
CHITIEA, BLAKESLEY, EMERICK, MCNIEL, TOLSTOY
NONE
NONE
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:40 p.m. Emily Wimer December 18, 2001
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00516 - US HOMES -The design review of building
elevations and detailed site plan for three previously approved tentative tract maps consisting of 113
single-family lots in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North
Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located on Day Creek Boulevard on
the north and south sides of Banyan Street - APN: 225-101-44 UCP/RANCHO ETIWANDA.
Related file: TT14523-1.14494. and 15902.
Design Parameters: The site falls within the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development (previously
University/Crest Project), a 1,238 residential unit development approved by the County in May 1991
and recently annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The site consists of 7 Tracts, which are
all currently being rough graded. The applicant is proposing a total of 8 phases. The site is
bordered by a portion of Tract 14523 to the north, Banyan Street to the south, and Tract 13812 to
the east. Portions of the proposed development run along both sides of Day Creek Boulevard.
Main access to the tracts is from Day Creek Boulevard.
The applicant is proposing to develop 113 single-family homes on three tracts approved under the
Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development Agreement (Tract 14494, 14523 and 15902). The homes
will include 10 Floor Plans and 5 architectural styles. The square footage of the homes range in size
from 2,803 to 3,503. The styles include Ranch, Country, and Bungalow, as primary architectural
. style and Monterey and Santa Barbara as secondary styles. The primary styles will consist of
seventy percent of the total home product. The homes will also include porches on corner lots, side
on garages, and additional enhanced architecture on elevations, which back and side on Day Creek
Boulevard and Banyan Street. The project will be built in 8 phases.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve major design issues.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues.
1. The size of the lumber used for the Bungalow style pilasters should be sizeable and
cohesive with the pilaster size.
2. Twenty five percent of the porches should be considered "standard" to coincide with the
rural architectural theme of Rancho Etiwanda.
3. Thirty percent of garage doors should have windows. This will allow variety of 3 car garage
elevations.
4. When a retaining wall exists in the rear of the property to assist with the 15-foot useable
area, steps should be provided to allow access to maintain the slope.
5. The pilasters used for the Bungalow style architecture should widen at the bottom for a more
rural and traditional look.
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6. Provide an optional window or similar type of relief on the rear elevation of Plan 3.
7. Chimneys should have architectural detail, including brick, stone, or siding as shown in the
adopted architectural guidelines for Rancho Etiwanda. Adding stone to the Bungalow style
would incorporate rock into all 4 elevations, see attached.
8. The left and right elevations of Santa Barbara style should incorporate additional trim,
stucco, or fascia to incorporate 360-degree architecture.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion:
1. All walls visible from or facing a street should be decorative masonry on both sides.
2. All interior private yard slopes required to be landscaped should receive ground cover,
shrubs and one tree for every 150 square feet of area. A ratio of fifty percent 5-gallon and
50 percent 15-gallon shall be provided for trees.
3. All river rock should be authentic and not veneer.
• 4. Plot one tree in each front yard area on Landscape Plan.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the project subject to the
above-mentioned conditions.
Attachment
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Emily Wimer
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9:00 p.m. Emily Wimer December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16253 - CRESTWOOD
CORPORATION - A residential subdivision of 10single-family lots on 7 acres of land in the Very
Low Residential District (2-4 dwellings per acre) within the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located 150 feet
from the northwest corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Victoria Street - APN: - 22-041-18 and 19.
Design Parameters: The site is located about 160 feet west of Etiwanda Avenue. To the west is
vacant property in the Very Low Residential District. To the east are single-family homes also in the
Very Low Residential District. The southerly boundary is bordered by Victoria Street and to the north
is bordered by a tree line and partial community trail. The property is currently vacant and slopes 2-
5percent with no significant drainage courses, roads, coarsest, or topographical features.
A Community Trail is proposed along the north property line. There are also two local feeder trails
located on the east and west sides of the proposed tract.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
• 1. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve any Major Issues.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project, subject to the above
comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Emily Wimer
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9:20 p.m. Emily Wimer December 18, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT 16237 - CRESTWOOD
CORPORATION - A residential subdivision of 8single-family lots on 4.56 acres of land, located at
the southwest corner of Wilson Avenue and Haven Avenue - APN: - 201-182-30.
Design Parameters: This site is located about 160 feet west of Haven Avenue, on the south side of
Wilson Avenue. To the west is vacant property in the Very Low District. To the east is the Latter
Day Saints church and parking lot. To the south is asingle-family tract, zoned Low Medium
residential. The property is currently vacant and slopes southeasterly at approximately 2-5 percent
with no significant drainage courses, roads, or topographical features.
A Community Trail is proposed along the south side of Wilson Avenue. There are also two local
feeder trails located on the east and west sides of the proposed tract.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
• 1. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve any Major Issues.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project, subject to the above
comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Emily Wimer
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
ACTION AGENDA AND MINUTES
TUESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2001 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart Nancy Fong
Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias John Mannerino
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such
as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting.
7:00 p.m.
(Kirt) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-
00557 -FORECAST CORPORATION - A request to construct 368 apartments on
26.7 acres of land in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre),
Etiwanda South Overlay District, and Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District within the
Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the west side of Etiwanda north of Foothill
Boulevard -APN: 227-211-02, 04, O5, 09, 10, 15, 17, 20, and 29. Related Files:
. Tentative Tract SUBTT 16257, Variance DRC2001-00566, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2001-00567.
PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS
This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant
regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public
testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input.
7:10 p.m.
(Warren) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00514 - MBK HOMES -The design review of
building elevations and detailed site plan for one full and one partial previously
approved tentative tract map consisting of 106 single-family lots on 34.5 acres of land
in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North
Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located atthe southwest
corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Wilson Avenue-APN: 225-101-44. Related files:
Tract 14495, Tract 14523.
7:30 p.m.
(Debra) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (DRC2001-
00675) - COPART, INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a
weekly auto auction on 39.2 acres located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy
Industrial District (Subarea 15) -APN: 229-121-15.
7:50 p.m.
• (Debra) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00689 -PACIFIC COMMUNITIES, INC. -The
review of detailed site plan and building elevations for Tract 15711 consisting of
87 single-family dwelling units on 18.54 acres of land in the Low-Medium Residential
District (4-8 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, generally located
on the north side of east of Miller Avenue, east of I-15 Freeway -APN: 1100-041-09.
Related file: Variance.
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December 4, 2001
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8:10 p.m.
(Kirt) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00618-PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES-A
design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 70single-family lots on
47.9 acres of land in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre),
located at the southwest corner of Etiwanda and Summit Avenues in the Etiwanda
Specific Plan - APN: 225-171-05, 12, 13, 20, 22, and 25. Related files: Tentative
Tract 16147, Conditional Use Permit 00-49, and Tree Removal Permit 00-35.
8:30 p.m.
(Kirt) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-
00437 -EXXON MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new
3,946 square foot service station with convenience market, drive-thru car wash and
pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the northeast corner of Haven Avenue
and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra Vista Community Plan -
APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the
Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may
receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five
minutes per individual.
ADJOURNMENT
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7:00 p.m. Kirt Coury December 4, 2001
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-00557 -
FORECASTCORPORATION - A request to construct 368 apartments on 26.7 acres of land in the
Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre), Etiwanda South Overlay District, and
Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District within the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the west side of
Etiwanda north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 227-211-02, 04, 05, 09, 10, 15, 17, 20, and 29.
Related Files: Tentative Tract SUBTT 16257, Variance DRC2001-00566, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2001-00567.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart
Staff Planner: Nancy Fong for Kirt Coury
The applicant was not present at the meeting with the revised colored elevations. The Committee
reviewed the faxed 8 1/2 by 11 elevations showing the addition of stacked stones enrichment to
Buildings B and C. The Committee recommended that the stacked stones be used as a wainscot
for all sides of the buildings and to bring the stacked stones up to the level of the cornice treatment
and as marked on the faxed elevations. If the applicant disagreed with the Committee's
recommendations, the project should be referred back to Committee as a regular item for discussion
prior to Planning Commission review.
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7:10 p.m. Warren Morelion December 4, 2001
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00514 - MBK HOMES -The design review of building
elevations and detailed site plan for one full and one partial previously approved tentative tract map
consisting of 106 single-family lots on 34.5 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling
units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development,
located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Wilson Avenue -APN: 225-101-44.
Related files: Tract 14495, Tract 14523.
Background: On November 20, 2001, the Design Review Committee reviewed the project and
recommended the applicant make revisions and come back to the December 4, 2001, Design
Review Committee meeting. Because of short notice, the applicant will bring a revised set of plans
to the meeting. The following are issues that should be addresses at the meeting:
Architecture should be enhanced even more on homes that back and side on Day Creek
Boulevard and Wilson Avenue, and on interior corner side lots within the development.
2. Provide Floor Plans to show all footprint changes in elevations.
3. Add windows to the back of side-on garages.
4. Provide windows on some roll-up garage doors that face the street. The number and which
plan(s) shall still be determined.
• 5. All usable porches shall be a minimum of 7 feet wide. Label where porches are used.
6. Add mare brick/stone treatment to all Country architectural styles.
7. Add a hip roof design to the Santa Barbara, Plan 4 architectural style. Also add recessed
niches to the design.
8. Revise rock treatment on Bungalows so that it is real river rock.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project subject to the above mentioned
comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Warren Morelion
The applicant showed the revised elevations at the meeting that addressed the above identifying
issues. The Committee reviewed the issues and recommended approval subject to staffs
comments and the following conditions:
1. Shutters proposed for enhanced elevations shall be standard throughout the Tract.
2. Architectural treatments proposed on gable ends of San Juan, Plan 3 elevations, shall be
standards throughout the Tract.
• 3. Interior return walls and corner sidewalls shall be stuccoed to match individual home colors.
All walls shall have a cap incorporated into their design.
4. A minimum of 50 percent of garage doors shall have window treatments.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:30 p.m. Debra Meier December 4, 2001
• ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW(DRC2001-00675)-COPART,
INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a weekly auto auction on
39.2 acres located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy Industrial District (Subarea 15) - APN: 229-
121-15.
Design Parameters: This is the site of the former AMPAC concrete pipe manufacturing facility; and
was also the location of the "Origin Rail Center" proposed by Master Development Corporation,
which was approved by the Planning Commission in February 2000 (Development Review 99-70).
Since the approval of Development Review 99-70, the City Traffic Engineer has evaluated various
locations for anew on/off ramp to the I-15 freeway. The preferred location for the new access ramps
is at Arrow Route. As a result of discussions with the developer, the City Traffic Engineer has
indicated a desire to purchase a portion of this site for construction of the proposed freeway access
ramps; this will cause the development of the Origin Rail Center to be infeasible. Therefore, Master
Development Corporation has been marketing the property for other uses. Also, the recently
adopted General Plan Update policies encourage automotive sales uses along the I-15 Corridor.
COPART, Inc., has submitted an application for a facility designed for storage, processing, and
wholesale distribution of automobiles. The vehicles are sold under contract with car insurance
companies. The company will conduct weekly auctions, accessible to automobile wholesalers only.
The facility will include a 14,860 square foot office building, 236 parking spaces for employees and
wholesale customers, and 18 parking spaces for trucks (used to trailer vehicles that are either
delivered or purchased from the facility). The front portion of the site is accessible from Arrow
Route; the parking lot is landscaped and paved. The existing landscaping along Arrow Route will be
• preserved and enhanced wherever necessary.
Behind the office building the site will be cleared of old concrete slabs and rubble and covered with
decomposed granite, this is the auto storage area. However, the applicant indicates that the largest
existing structure will be cleaned up; all extraneous equipment removed, and will remain. COPART,
Inc., is also in the process of finalizing a lease agreement with Southern California Edison for use of
the adjacent Edison corridor for additional auto storage space. Access to the Edison parcel will be
provided from the rear storage yard area.
The perimeter of the site will be fenced, including a solid masonry wall along the south boundary,
and a solid metal fence along the side lot lines. The applicant has proposed a 22-foot wide
landscape planter along the west and south property lines. This will provide screening of stored
vehicles from the Metrolink along the south, and from the freeway to the west. Because the freeway
is elevated above the site, the landscaping along the west property line will provide a greater buffer
than along the west boundary of the Edison parcel.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
BUILDING ELEVATIONS: The applicant has proposed a masonry block structure; the building
varies in height from 18 feet over the front office, to 24 feet in the rear portion. The structure is
14,860 square feet in area (160 feet by 80 feet). Although the structure is small in comparison to the
overall project size it will have freeway visibility; therefore, sufficient details on all sides of the
structure are important.
The structure incorporates two masonry block units; the primary building plane is spilt face block,
• with amid-level and upper edge band of smooth face block, which is painted blue. A tubular steel
trellis accents the front entry and the employee eating area at the rear of the building. The front
entry should be further accentuated by expanding the use of either vision and/or spandrel glass.
DRC COMMENTS
DRC2001-00675 - COPART, INC.
December 4, 2001
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LANDSCAPING: Staff recommends that the planter depth around the building be increased to
10 feet. Also, planters should be provided at the ends of truck stalls in public parking areas (rather
than just diagonal painted striping).
There a number of existing trees both along the Arrow Route frontage, as well as along the
boundary between COPART, Inc., and the adjacent distillery. It is the applicant's intent to preserve
in-place as many existing trees as possible. The landscape planter along the east boundary has
been expanded in width in order to accommodate the existing trees; and the landscaping plan along
the street frontage is designed to preserve existing trees and enhance the existing landscaping.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval with revisions as noted above:
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
Commissioner McNeil asked the applicant, represented by Mr. Paul Shyer of COPART, Inc. to
describe the business activities and operation of the proposed facility. Mr. Shyer indicated that
COPART, Inc. has 89 facilities nationwide; they contract with all major insurance carriers in
California for the sale of vehicles that the insurance company has taken possession of for various
• reasons. Many of the vehicles have sustained some degree of damage. COPART processes the
title work for the insurance company, and conducts weekly wholesale auctions. The vehicles are
on-site an average of 60 days, the quicker they are fumed over the more efficient for their business.
The auction typically features the sale of approximately 300 vehicles perweek, with approximately
200 individuals attending the auction. Buyers range from body shops, and dealers, to salvage
companies. All buyers must have the appropriate wholesale or salvage auto licenses to attend the
auction.
Fencing and Screening: The Committee discussed at length the use of the metal fencing and the
need for screening the use with decorative material. The Committee requested the following
information be provided by the applicant: Wind rating, gauge of the steel, and investigate alternative
finishes, such as a sandblasted surfacing. The Committee also recommended the following
changes:
A wrought-iron fence be used along the freeway ramp, rather than the metal fence.
b. The block wall that is sued along the southern boundary be constructed of split-face
block to be consistent with the building material.
c. The exterior gate be constructed of wrought iron, the interior gates shall be solid
view obstructing material.
Building Elevation: The Committee requested that the building elevations be enhanced, with
additional attention to building detailing, including the building entry. The Committee suggested that
the applicants look at the two split-face block office buildings that are located on the west side of the
• freeway, south of the site, for ideas pertaining to the use of block and glass, that result is a simple
yet attractive structure.
DRC COMMENTS
DRC2001-00675 - COPART, INC.
December 4, 2001
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Landscaping: The Committee concurred with the staff recommendation regarding landscaping on
the site. Landscape planters shall be provided in the public parking area at the ends of the truck
parking bays (The applicant indicated that this would work best if they widened the end spaces to
provide extra maneuvering room for the truck); and the landscaping around the perimeter of the
building shall be 10 feet minimum in front of the screen wall, and trees shall be provided at the
employee eating area in the rear of the building.
Action: The Committee agreed that the revisions to the project should be returned for Committee
review and approval.
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:50 p.m. Debra Meier December 4, 2001
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00689 -PACIFIC COMMUNITIES, INC. -The review of
detailed site plan and building elevations for Tract 15711 consisting of 87single-family dwelling units
on 18.54 acres of land in the Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 dwelling units per acre) of the
Etiwanda Specific Plan, generally located on the north side of east of Miller Avenue, east of
-15 Freeway - APN: 1100-041-09. Related file: Variance.
Design Parameters: Pacific Communities originally received Design Review Approval in 1999
(Development Review 99-08) for 191 of the 287 lots within Tract 15711. In April of this year, the
Committee reviewed and approved minor revisions to the original approval. The applicant proposes
to continue the use of this same product with no further revisions.
The first phases of this project are currently under construction. The final phase of Tract 15711 is
that portion located north of Miller Avenue (Church Street), with a portion of the site abutting the
I-15 Freeway. The Site Plan has been modified somewhat from the approved Tentative Tract: The
most westerly street connection to Miller Avenue has been closed, with secondary access now
provided by Tract 16105 to the north; Point Place now intersects with Loire Valley Drive, rather than
ending in a cul-de-sac; and anorth-south street parallel to, and west of, Point Place was eliminated.
Variance: The Design Review application is accompanied by a Variance related to wall heights. In
order to properly mitigate freeway-related noise, the wall along this portion of the site varies up to a
maximum of 17.33 feet. The wall is located on the tract boundary at the bottom of the slope. The
wall will match the wall that is currently under construction immediately to the north (Forecast- Tract
16105). In addition, a 12.33-foot high wall is proposed along the west boundary of the out-parcel on
• Miller Avenue.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion:
The product design is proposed to continue from the first two phase of the Tract into this
phase. The applicant proposes no revisions, and staff has no further concerns regarding
this product type.
2. The Committee must make a determination of consistency pertaining to the proposed
revisions to the Tentative Tract Map. Staff supports the revisions as shown on the attached
Exhibit "A."
3. The applicant has submitted an Acoustical Analysis to determine the wall heights along the
edge of the Freeway. The Freeway sound barrier will coordinate with the design established
by Tract 16105 that is currently under construction.
4. The wall along the western boundary of the out-parcel on Miller Avenue is proposed with a
maximum of 5.5- foot retaining wall, which results in a maximum of 12.33 feet high wall
condition on the out-parcel because of the difference in grade of the adjacent lot. The
proposed wall will be approximately 70 feet from the existing residence, with mature
landscaping that will provide a visual buffer.
5. The proposed plans indicate that the existing chain-link fence will be protected in-place
along the south side of Loire Valley Drive, along the north boundary of the out-parcel. Staff
suggests that a solid, view-obstructing wall be constructed along this boundary to protect the
privacy of this parcel.
DRC COMMENTS
DRC2001-00689 -PACIFIC COMMUNITIES, INC.
December 4, 2001
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Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee concur that the product design is
acceptable as approved, including recent modifications; concurthat the revised plan is in substantial
conformance with the previously approved Tentative Tract Map; and review the wall heights related
to the proposed variances; in order to recommend the project for review and approval to the
Planning Commission.
Attachment
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
The Committee concurred with staffs recommendation that the revisions to the Tract Map are in
substantial conformance to the approved Tentative Tract. The Committee required a block wall
along the south side of Loire Valley Drive to protect the privacy of the out-parcel.
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8:10 p.m. Kirt Coury December 4, 2001
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00618- PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES -Adesign review
of building elevations and detailed site plan for 70 single-family lots on 47.9 acres of land in the
Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of
Etiwanda and Summit Avenues in the Etiwanda Specific Plan - APN: 225-171-05, 12, 13, 20, 22,
and 25. Related files: Tentative Tract 16147, Conditional Use Permit 00-49, and Tree Removal
Permit 00-35.
Design Parameters: The site for this approved Tentative Tract Map is vacant and slopes about
5 percent from north to south. Numerous windrows existed on-site; however, some have been
removed under the Tree Removal Permit previously approved by the Planning Commission. The
site is bounded by residential development to the north, east, and west, and vacant residential land
to the south.
The site will be developed under the Very-Low Residential Standards of the Etiwanda Specific Plan
using the same houses built in Carriage Estates to the west. Five house plans are being proposed,
with four different architectural styles; Traditional Country, Early California Ranch, Bungalow, and
California Country. All plans have 4-car garages; optional cabana/pool rooms and RV garages
broken into various configurations as follows:
Plan 1 is single-story, 3,467 square feet, and features two attached 2-car garages. The plan
is a four bedroom with aden/option retreat.
• Plan 2 is single-story, 3,802 square feet, and features two attached 2-car garages. The plan
is a four bedroom with aden/option bedroom five.
Plan 3 is two-story, 4,227 square feet, and features a 3-car garage and one attached single
car garage, or an attached 4-car garage. The plan is a four bedroom with a teen room.
Plan 4 is two-story, 4,405 square feet, and features two attached 2-car garages. The plan is
a four bedroom with a teen room/option bedroom 5 with bath and astudio/option office.
Plan 5 is two-story, 5,000 square feet, and features a 3-car garage and one attached single
car garage. The plan is a four bedroom with a retreat, a teen room and an office/bedroom
5/media room option.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion:
Maior Issues: The following broad issues will be the focus of the Committee's discussion regarding
this project:
1. There are several lots where corral locations are proposed too close to the house on the
same lot, which makes the lot difficult for horse keeping. Staff believes that greater
consideration must be given to satisfying the intent of the Hillside Development Ordinance
and Equestrian Overlay District, in addition to minimum Development Code standards. Staff
feels that some houses may be too large for the lot and would recommend that a smaller
footprint be proposed to allow the corral to be further from the house. In addition, the corrals
• should be moved to the most advantageous locations away from the residence while still
maintaining the 70-foot separation from neighboring habitable spaces. In this regard, staff
recommends that the corrals be located next to the trail easements. The corral should be
located in an area that do not exceed 5 percent slope. This may necessitate retaining wall
construction, as part of your site work, near the trail easement in order to attain this level.
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Secondarv Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
The decorative perimeter fence/wall along Summit and Etiwanda Avenues should
incorporate large river rock stone pilasters developed at 30 inches squared.
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval subject to the above comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Warren Morelion for Kirt Coury
The Committee agreed with staff that there are some corals positioned too close to on-site homes.
The Committee recommended the applicant move these corals far enough away from the homes to
create a logical separation. Since there is no minimum separation requirement, the Committee
suggested the applicant provide a minimum of 8 to 10 feet of separation. Although the applicant
expressed to the Committee that the project meets all City requirements (setbacks, lot coverage,
etc.), the applicant is willing to provide retaining walls on some lots to move corals further away from
homes if it would resolve staffs major design issue and allow approval of the project. The
• Committee asked the applicant to work with staff for final coral locations. The Committee asked that
staff condition the applicant so that no cabanas could be located in proposed coral locations.
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:30 p.m. Kirt Coury December 4, 2001
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-00437- EXXON
MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new 3,946 square foot service station with
convenience market, drive-thru car wash and pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the
northeast corner of Haven Avenue and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra
Vista Community Plan -APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
Background: On November 20, 2001, the Design Review Committee reviewed the project and
recommended the applicant make revisions and come back to the December 4, 2001, Design
Review Committee meeting. Because of short notice, the applicant will bring a revised set of plans
to the meeting. The following are issues that should be addressed at the meeting:
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
1. The architectural treatment and cornice element along the west elevation should match or
resemble the treatment of the east elevation. The west elevation (facing Haven Avenue) will
be the most viewed elevation. The building character and site design should resemble and
be more consistent with the architectural style found in the Terra Vista Shopping Center.
• 2. Building pop-outs representing horizontal variation should pop-outs minimum of 3 feetoffof
the main building for shadowing and relief. Pop-out treatments should be reflected on the
building footprints of the proposed Site Plan, Grading Plan, Landscape Plan, and Floor Plan.
3. The entrance pop-out tower element should be increased out approximately 5 to 6 feet for
more character and definition to the front entrance.
4. Add a wood trellis structure with columns over the drive-thru lane along the west elevation.
5. Incorporate a tile, real river rock, or stacked stone wainscot treatment.
6. Provide textured pavement along circulation and pedestrian access points.
7. Enhance the canopy design, and incorporate wainscot treatment.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
1. The proposed sign element on the front entrance of the convenience store is too large for
the building. The letters are 4 feet tall and the overall sign height is 6 feet, which would be
characteristic of a major anchor store. Staff would suggest 24-inch high letters.
2. Add natural concrete frame representation around the proposed ceramic the accents.
Further, add ceramic the accents with framing to the convenience store north, south, and
west elevations and to all elevations of the carwash building and canopy structure.
• 3. Increase the reveal expansion on building face to a minimum of 2 inches.
Provide a bus shelter on-site to serve the new bus bay on Haven Avenue.
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5. The wood brackets of the rooftop tower structure should match or resemble those of other
tower elements in nearby shopping centers.
6. Use 3-inch thick tubular steel for proposed trellis treatment.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return to Design
Review Committee.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong
Staff Planner: Kirt Coury
The item was continued to December 18, 2001 at the applicant's request.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
• DECEMBER 4, 2001
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
B uller
Secretary
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2001 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Larry McNiel Pam Stewart Nancy Fong
Alternates: Peter Tolstoy Rich Macias John Mannerino
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such
as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting.
7:00 p.m
(Kirt) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-
00557 -FORECAST CORPORATION - A request to construct 368 apartments on
26.7 acres of land in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre),
Etiwanda South Overlay District, and Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District within the
Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the west side of Etiwanda north of Foothill
Boulevard -APN: 227-211-02, 04, 05, 09, 10, 15, 17, 20, and 29. Related Files:
Tentative Tract SUBTT 16257, Variance DRC2001-00566, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2001-00567.
PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS
This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant
regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public
testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input.
7:10 p.m.
(Warren) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00514 - MBK HOMES -The design review of
building elevations and detailed site plan for one full and one partial previously
approved tentative tract map consisting of 106 single-family lots on 34.5 acres of land
in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North
Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development, located at the southwest
corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Wilson Avenue-APN: 225-101-44. Related files:
Tract 14495, Tract 14523.
7:30 p.m.
(Debra) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (DRC2001-
00675) - COPART, INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a
weekly auto auction on 39.2 acres located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy
Industrial District (Subarea 15) -APN: 229-121-15.
7:50 p.m.
(Debra) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00689-PACIFIC COMMUNITIES, INC.-The
review of detailed site plan and building elevations for Tract 15711 consisting of
87 single-family dwelling units on 18.54 acres of land in the Low-Medium Residential
District (4-8 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, generally located
on the north side ofeastof MillerAvenue, east of I-15 Freeway-APN: 1100-041-09.
Related file: Variance.
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DRC AGENDA
December 4, 2001
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8:10 p.m.
(Kirt) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00618-PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES-A
design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 70single-family lots on
47.9 acres of land in the Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre),
located at the southwest corner of Etiwanda and Summit Avenues in the Etiwanda
Specific Plan - APN: 225-171-05, 12, 13, 20, 22, and 25. Related files: Tentative
Tract 16147, Conditional Use Permit 00-49, and Tree Removal Permit 00-35.
8:30 p.m.
(Kirt) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-
00437 -EXXON MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new
3,946 square foot service station with convenience market, drive-thru car wash and
pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the northeast corner of Haven Avenue
and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra Vista Community Plan -
APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the
Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may
receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five
minutes per individual.
ADJOURNMENT
1, Mary Lou Gragg, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true,
accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on November 29, 2001, at least 72 hours prior to
the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho
Cucamonga.
CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS
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7:00 p.m. Kirt Coury December 4, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-00557 -
FORECASTCORPORATION - A request to construct 368 apartments on 26.7 acres of land in the
Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre), Etiwanda South Overlay District, and
Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District within the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located on the west side of
Etiwanda north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 227-211-02, 04, 05, 09, 10, 15, 17, 20, and 29.
Related Files: Tentative Tract SUBTT 16257, Variance DRC2001-00566, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2001-00567.
Design Review Committee Action
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Kirt Coury
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
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7:10 p.m. Warren Morelion December 4, 2001
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00514 - MBK HOMES -The design review of building
elevations and detailed site plan for one full and one partial previously approved tentative tract map
consisting of 106 single-family lots on 34.5 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling
units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan in the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development,
located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Wilson Avenue - APN: 225-101-44.
Related files: Tract 14495, Tract 14523.
Background: On November 20, 2001, the Design Review Committee reviewed the project and
recommended the applicant make revisions and come back to the December 4, 2001, Design
Review Committee meeting. Because of short notice, the applicant will bring a revised set of plans
to the meeting. The following are issues that should be addresses at the meeting:
Architecture should be enhanced even more on homes that back and side on Day Creek
Boulevard and Wilson Avenue, and on interior corner side lots within the development.
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2. Provide Floor Plans to show all footprint changes in elevations.
3. Add windows to the back of side-on garages.
4. Provide windows on some roll-up garage doors that face the street. The number and which
plan(s) shall still be determined.
5. All usable porches shall be a minimum of 7 feet wide. Label where porches are used.
6. Add more brick/stone treatment to all Country architectural styles.
7. Add a hip roof design to the Santa Barbara, Plan 4 architectural style. Also add recessed
niches to the design.
8. Revise rock treatment on Bungalows so that it is real river rock.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project subject to the above mentioned
comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Warren Morelion
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:30 p.m. Debra Meier December 4, 2001
• ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW(DRC2001-00675)-COPART,
INC. - A proposed 14,873 square foot office structure to support a weekly auto auction on
39.2 acres located at 12167 Arrow Route in the Heavy Industrial District (Subarea 15) -APN: 229-
121-15.
Design Parameters: This is the site of the former AMPAC concrete pipe manufacturing facility; and
was also the location of the "Origin Rail Center" proposed by Master Development Corporation,
which was approved by the Planning Commission in February 2000 (Development Review 99-70).
Since the approval of Development Review 99-70, the City Traffic Engineer has evaluated various
locations for anew on/off ramp to the I-15 freeway. The preferred location for the new access ramps
is at Arrow Route. As a result of discussions with the developer, the City Traffic Engineer has
indicated a desire to purchase a portion of this site for construction of the proposed freeway access
ramps; this will cause the development of the Origin Rail Center to be infeasible. Therefore, Master
Development Corporation has been marketing the property for other uses. Also, the recently
adopted General Plan Update policies encourage automotive sales uses along the I-15 Corridor.
COPART, Inc., has submitted an application for a facility designed for storage, processing, and
wholesale distribution of automobiles. The vehicles are sold under contract with car insurance
companies. The company will conduct weekly auctions, accessible to automobile wholesalers only.
The facility will include a 14,860 square foot office building, 236 parking spaces for employees and
wholesale customers, and 18 parking spaces for trucks (used to trailer vehicles that are either
delivered or purchased from the facility). The front portion of the site is accessible from Arrow
Route; the parking lot is landscaped and paved. The existing landscaping along Arrow Route will be
. preserved and enhanced wherever necessary.
Behind the office building the site will be cleared of old concrete slabs and rubble and covered with
decomposed granite, this is the auto storage area. However, the applicant indicates that the largest
existing structure will be cleaned up; all extraneous equipment removed, and will remain. COPART,
Inc., is also in the process of finalizing a lease agreement with Southern California Edison for use of
the adjacent Edison corridor for additional auto storage space. Access to the Edison parcel will be
provided from the rear storage yard area.
The perimeter of the site will be fenced, including a solid masonry wall along the south boundary,
and a solid metal fence along the side lot lines. The applicant has proposed a 22-foot wide
landscape planter along the west and south property lines. This will provide screening of stored
vehicles from the Metrolink along the south, and from the freeway to the west. Because the freeway
is elevated above the site, the landscaping along the west property line will provide a greater buffer
than along the west boundary of the Edison parcel.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
BUILDING ELEVATIONS: The applicant has proposed a masonry block structure; the building
varies in height from 18 feet over the front office, to 24 feet in the rear portion. The structure is
14,860 square feet in area (160 feet by 80 feet). Although the structure is small in comparison to the
overall project size it will have freeway visibility; therefore, sufficient details on all sides of the
structure are important.
The structure incorporates two masonry block units; the primary building plane is spilt face block,
• with amid-level and upper edge band of smooth face block, which is painted blue. A tubular steel
trellis accents the front entry and the employee eating area at the rear of the building. The front
entry should be further accentuated by expanding the use of either vision and/or spandrel glass.
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LANDSCAPING: Staff recommends that the planter depth around the building be increased to
10 feet. Also, planters should be provided at the ends of truck stalls in public parking areas (rather
than just diagonal painted striping).
There a number of existing trees both along the Arrow Route frontage, as well as along the
boundary between COPART, Inc., and the adjacent distillery. It is the applicant's intent to preserve
in-place as many existing trees as possible. The landscape planter along the east boundary has
been expanded in width in order to accommodate the existing trees; and the landscaping plan along
the street frontage is designed to preserve existing trees and enhance the existing landscaping.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval with revisions as noted above
Desion Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00689 -PACIFIC COMMUNITIES, INC. -The review of
detailed site plan and building elevations forTract 15711 consisting of 87single-family dwelling units
on 18.54 acres of land in the Low-Medium Residential District (4-8 dwelling units per acre) of the
Etiwanda Specific Plan, generally located on the north side of east of Miller Avenue, east of
I-15 Freeway-APN: 1100-041-09. Related file: Variance.
Design Parameters: Pacific Communities originally received Design Review Approval in 1999
(Development Review 99-08) for 191 of the 287 lots within Tract 15711. In April of this year, the
Committee reviewed and approved minor revisions to the original approval. The applicant proposes
to continue the use of this same product with no further revisions.
The first phases of this project are currently under construction. The final phase of Tract 15711 is
that portion located north of Miller Avenue (Church Street), with a portion of the site abutting the
-15 Freeway. The Site Plan has been modified somewhat from the approved Tentative Tract: The
most westerly street connection to Miller Avenue has been closed, with secondary access now
provided by Tract 16105 to the north; Point Place now intersects with Loire Valley Drive, rather than
ending in a cul-de-sac; and anorth-south street parallel to, and west of, Point Place was eliminated.
Variance: The Design Review application is accompanied by a Variance related to wall heights. In
order to properly mitigate freeway-related noise, the wall along this portion of the site varies up to a
maximum of 17.33 feet. The wall is located on the tract boundary at the bottom of the scope. The
wall will match the wall that is currently under construction immediately to the north (Forecast- Tract
16105). In addition, a 12.33-foot high wall is proposed along the west boundary of the out-parcel on
• Miller Avenue.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion:
The product design is proposed to continue from the first two phase of the Tract into this
phase. The applicant proposes no revisions, and staff has no further concerns regarding
this product type.
2. The Committee must make a determination of consistency pertaining to the proposed
revisions to the Tentative Tract Map. Staff supports the revisions as shown on the attached
Exhibit "A."
3. The applicant has submitted an Acoustical Analysis to determine the wall heights along the
edge of the Freeway. The Freeway sound barrierwill coordinate with the design established
by Tract 16105 that is currently under construction.
4. The wall along the western boundary of the out-parcel on Miller Avenue is proposed with a
maximum of 5.5- foot retaining wall, which results in a maximum of 12.33 feet high wall
condition on the out-parcel because of the difference in grade of the adjacent lot. The
proposed wall will be approximately 70 feet from the existing residence, with mature
landscaping that will provide a visual buffer.
5. The proposed plans indicate that the existing chain-link fence will be protected in-place
along the south side of Loire Valley Drive, along the north boundary of the out-parcel. Staff
suggests that a solid, view-obstructing wall be constructed along this boundaryto protect the
• privacy of this parcel.
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December 4, 2001
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Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee concur that the product design is
acceptable as approved, including recent modifications; concur that the revised plan is in substantial
conformance with the previously approved Tentative Tract Map; and review the wall heights related
to the proposed variances; in order to recommend the project for review and approval to the
Planning Commission.
Attachment
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Debra Meier
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8:10 p.m. Kirt Coury December 4, 2001
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00618 -PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES -A design review
of building elevations and detailed site plan for 70 single-family lots on 47.9 acres of land in the
Very-Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of
Etiwanda and Summit Avenues in the Etiwanda Specific Plan - APN: 225-171-05, 12, 13, 20, 22,
and 25. Related files: Tentative Tract 16147, Conditional Use Permit 00-49, and Tree Removal
Permit 00-35.
Design Parameters: The site for this approved Tentative Tract Map is vacant and slopes about
5 percent from north to south. Numerous windrows existed on-site; however, some have been
removed under the Tree Removal Permit previously approved by the Planning Commission. The
site is bounded by residential development to the north, east, and west, and vacant residential land
to the south.
The site will be developed under the Very-Low Residential Standards of the Etiwanda Specific Plan
using the same houses built in Carriage Estates to the west. Five house plans are being proposed,
with four different architectural styles; Traditional Country, Early California Ranch, Bungalow, and
California Country. All plans have 4-car garages; optional cabana/pool rooms and RV garages
broken into various configurations as follows:
Plan 1 is single-story, 3,467 square feet, and features two attached 2-car garages. The plan
is a four bedroom with aden/option retreat.
• Plan 2 is single-story, 3,802 square feet, and features two attached 2-car garages. The plan
is a four bedroom with aden/option bedroom five.
Plan 3 is two-story, 4,227 square feet, and features a 3-car garage and one attached single
car garage, or an attached 4-car garage. The plan is a four bedroom with a teen room.
Plan 4 is two-story, 4,405 square feet, and features two attached 2-car garages. The plan is
a four bedroom with a teen room/option bedroom 5 with bath and astudio/option office.
Plan 5 is two-story, 5,000 square feet, and features a 3-car garage and one attached single
car garage. The plan is a four bedroom with a retreat, a teen room and an office/bedroom
5/media room option.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion:
Maior Issues: The following broad issues will be the focus of the Committee's discussion regarding
this project:
1. There are several lots where corral locations are proposed too close to the house on the
same lot, which makes the lot difficult for horse keeping. Staff believes that greater
consideration must be given to satisfying the intent of the Hillside Development Ordinance
and Equestrian Overlay District, in addition to minimum Development Code standards. Staff
feels that some houses may be too large for the lot and would recommend that a smaller
footprint be proposed to allow the corral to be further from the house. In addition, the corrals
should be moved to the most advantageous locations away from the residence while still
maintaining the 70-foot separation from neighboring habitable spaces. In this regard, staff
recommends that the corrals be located next to the trail easements. The corral should be
located in an area that do not exceed 5 percent slope. This may necessitate retaining wall
construction, as part of your site work, near the trail easement in order to attain this level.
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Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
The decorative perimeter fence/wall along Summit and Etiwanda Avenues should
incorporate large river rock stone pilasters developed at 30 inches squared.
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval subject to the above comments.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Kirt Coury
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8:30 p.m. Kirt Coury December 4, 2001
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2001-00437- EXXON
MOBIL OIL CORPORATION - A request to construct a new 3,946 square foot service station with
convenience market, drive-thru car wash and pump island on 1.39 acres of land, located at the
northeast corner of Haven Avenue and Town Center Drive in the Office Park District or the Terra
Vista Community Plan -APN: 1077-421-38. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2001-00247.
Background: On November 20, 2001, the Design Review Committee reviewed the project and
recommended the applicant make revisions and come back to the December 4, 2001, Design
Review Committee meeting. Because of short notice, the applicant will bring a revised set of plans
to the meeting. The following are issues that should be addressed at the meeting:
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
1. The architectural treatment and cornice element along the west elevation should match or
resemble the treatment of the east elevation. The west elevation (facing Haven Avenue) will
be the most viewed elevation. The building character and site design should resemble and
be more consistent with the architectural style found in the Terra Vista Shopping Center.
• 2. Building pop-outs representing horizontal variation should pop-out a minimum of 3 feet off of
the main building for shadowing and relief. Pop-out treatments should be reflected on the
building footprints of the proposed Site Plan, Grading Plan, Landscape Plan, and Floor Plan.
3. The entrance pop-out tower element should be increased out approximately 5 to 6 feet for
more character and definition to the front entrance.
4. Add a wood trellis structure with columns over the drive-thru lane along the west elevation.
5. Incorporate a tile, real river rock, or stacked stone wainscot treatment.
6. Provide textured pavement along circulation and pedestrian access points.
7. Enhance the canopy design, and incorporate wainscot treatment.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
1. The proposed sign element on the front entrance of the convenience store is too large for
the building. The letters are 4 feet tall and the overall sign height is 6 feet, which would be
characteristic of a major anchor store. Staff would suggest 24-inch high letters.
2. Add natural concrete frame representation around the proposed ceramic the accents.
Further, add ceramic the accents with framing to the convenience store north, south, and
west elevations and to all elevations of the carwash building and canopy structure.
• 3. Increase the reveal expansion on building face to a minimum of 2 inches.
4. Provide a bus shelter on-site to serve the new bus bay on Haven Avenue.
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5. The wood brackets of the rooftop tower structure should match or resemble those of other
tower elements in nearby shopping centers.
6. Use 3-inch thick tubular steel for proposed trellis treatment.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return to Design
Review Committee.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present:
Staff Planner: Kirt Coury
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