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Home My WebLink About2003/10/14 - Agenda Packet• DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING ACTION AGENDA AND MINUTES TUESDAY OCTOBER 14, 2003 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA • Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher CONSENT CALENDAR Nancy Fong Larry McNiel 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 (Brent EVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00843 - JCPENNEY - A request to construct atwo-story, 133,000 square foot department store (JCPenny) including hair salon, portrait studio, and optical department within the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located north of Foothill Boulevard, south of Church Street, between Day Creek Boulevard and the I-15 Freeway -APN: 0227-262-35, 36, and 38; 0227-171-22 and 23; 0227-201-30, 33, 35, and 36; 0227-211-24, 39, and 40 thru 43. 7:15 p.m. (NancyNicki) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00914 - LEWIS OPERATING CO. -The design review of a 15,754 square foot retail building in an approved building pad within the Town Center Square shopping center, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce Street and Elm Avenue -APN: 1077-422-30. 7:30 p.m. (Debra/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003- 00638 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -The design review of site plan and building elevations for a proposed tri-plex condominium project consisting of 186 attached dwelling units on 18.48 acres (21.38 gross acres) of land located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Church Street in the Mixed-Use/Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Community Plan. Through the preparation of an Initial Study, this action has been determined to be within the scope of the supplement to the Victoria Arbors Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 98041137) that was certified by the City Council on July 7, 1999; no additional environmental notice forthe discretionary actions pertaining to the proposed projected is required pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166. APN: 0227-201-37, 40 and portion of 41. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16612. \J DRC AGENDA October 14, 2003 Page 2 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. 7:40 p.m. (Debra/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 319 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 12.85 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard -APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop'270 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 11.34 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard -APN: 0227-201- 38, 41,42. • 8:00 p.m. (Donald/gene) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003- 00492 -THE WILLIAM FOX GROUP - A request to construct aone-story 12,768 square foot office building on 1.29 acres of land in the Neighborhood Commercial District, located on the south side of Lemon Avenue, approximately 715 feet west of Haven Avenue -APN: 0201-262-48. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. 8:20 p.m (Alan/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. - A request to develop a retail shopping center consisting of multiple pads, including adrive-thru lane, and anchor tenants totaling 112,000 square feet of building area on 11.37 acres within the Victoria Arbors Market Place in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 44. 8:40 p.m. (Emily/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002- 00116 -EAGLE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP - A requestto development of a 25,622 square foot warehouse in Industrial District, Subarea 13 on a 1.25 acre site, located at 9275 Charles Smith Avenue -APN: 0229-283-02. 9:00 p.m. (Emily/Willie) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003- 00732 - HIMES PETERS JEPSON ARCHITECTS - A request to develop nine multi-tenant industrial buildings, totaling 148,483 square feet, on 16.03 acres of land at the north and south sides of Jack Benny Drive, east of Rochester - APN: 0229-021-034, 54. • DRC COMMENTS October 14, 2003 Page 3 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 • CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS n LJ • 7:00 p.m. Brent Le Count October 14, 2003 EVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00843 - JCPENNEY - A request to construct atwo-story, 133,000 square foot department store (JCPenny) indluding hair salon, portrait studio, and optical department within the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located north of Foothill Boulevard, south of Church Street, between Day Creek Boulevard and the I-15 Freeway - APN: 0227-262-35, 36, and 38; 0227-171-22 and 23; 0227-201- 30, 33, 35, and 36; 0227-211-24, 39, and 40 thru 43. The Design Review Committee asked to see design and sample material for application of faux granite wall treatment, cornice design, and follow-up on truck loading dock enhancements. Plans will be presented at the meeting. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Brent Le Count The Committee reviewed the revised plans in light of the direction provided by the Committee atthe September 30, 2003 meeting. The Committee recommended approval subject to the following conditions, which the applicant agreed to: 1. Provide granite the to match wainscoting up to the base of the overhead trellis features (10 feet up from ground level) on the building projections at the four entry points to the building. 2. The inner return walls on the four entrances above the level of the trellis features shall be treated with a color and material matching the color and texture of the granite wainscoting. 3. ~ Surround the opening at each entrance with a substantial molding. 4. Provide a decorative cornice around all four sides of the building but not on the entry towers. The cornice shall be of sufficient size balanced in proportion to the building mass. 5. Provide a trellis like feature over the entry to the loading dock to provide a source of visual interest to draw the eye away from the more utilitarian innards of the dock area. The overhead trellis design shown to the Design Review Committee on October 14, 2003, is acceptable. It is recognized that any overhead structure will have to be located high enough to allow clearance for servicing of the trash compactor. • CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS • 7:15 p.m. Nancy Fong October 14, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00914 - LEW IS OPERATING CO. -The design review of a 15,754 square foot retail building in an approved building pad within the Town Center Square shopping center, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce Street and Elm Avenue -APN: 1077-422- 30. There will be an oral report at the meeting. Design Review Committee: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Rich Fletcher , Staff Planner: Nancy Fong The Committee reviewed the elevation for the retail building and recommended approval with the• condition that the wainscot be added to the screen wall at the north elevation. _ • `J CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS 7:30 p.m. Debra Meier October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00638 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -The design review of site plan and building elevations for a proposed tri- plex condominium project consisting of 186 attached dwelling units on 18.48 acres (21.38 gross acres) of land located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Church Street in the Mixed-Use/Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Community Plan. Through the preparation of an Initial Study, this action has been determined to be within the scope of the supplement to the Victoria Arbors Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 98041137) that was certified by the City Council on July 7, 1999; no additional environmental notice for the discretionary actions pertaining to the proposed projected is required pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166. APN: 0227-201-37, 40 and portion of 41. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16612. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Debra Meier The Committee reviewed the modifications to the French County architectural style as well as the • additions to the Landscape Plan and palette to be more reflective of the French theme. Both items were approved and the project was recommended for review and approval by the Planning Commission. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier October 14, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 319 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 12.85 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. Background: This project has previously been before the Committee on September 2, 2003, the Design Review Comments from that meeting are attached, including the description of the project and the related design parameters. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. The comments are referenced in the same order as the Design Review Committee Action of September 2, 2003 with responses provided by the applicant shown in italic text. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground: Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6-inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this condition should be avoided in the future. . Applicant Response: The reason that the stone stops 6 inches above the adjacent grade is that the California Building Code requires that the weep screed, located at the bottom of the stone, be 4 inches minimum above adjacent grade to allow water trapped within the wall to escape. We will pursue a variance with the building official to allow the stone to continue down to grade b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim, balconies, railings, and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. Applicant Response: We believe that we heard loud and clear the Committee's concerns about these elevations. We started from scratch. The first issue we addressed was to break down the long front elevation into smaller masses as well as to break the symmetry of this long fagade. We applied a rich vocabulary of differing balcony treatments, articulated window head and sill trims, horizontal banding, varied hip and gable end roofs with supporting brackets, etc. To tie in the 'arbor" theme we applied a wrap around trellis structure at the dominant corners of the buildings (non-symmetrically applied). c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. Applicant Response: On both of these projects we propose a storefront and glass assembly that mounts behind the guardrail and is not perceivably different than the standard guardrails. We can provide a photograph of this application (we used this on the Lewis project Del Mar ll, it is virtually un-noticeable). DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 October 14, 2003 Page 2 d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. Applicant Response: We discussed carports to a great extent. We have investigated the following options: Planting vines at the columns (this is not practical because of the footings at the columns), painting the columns with a texture coating, and installing wood trim to wrap the steel columns. We can do what ever you desire. The mailbox kiosk has been integrated into the Clubhouse building. The trash enclosure has a heavy trellis that ties to the arbor structures on the apartment buildings and the arbors on the site. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING e) The site plan appears to be very tightly designed, meeting minimum open space requirements (i.e. maximum building coverage). The concept of connecting buildings is typically not an acceptable alternative to meeting all building separation and building setback Code requirements. Applicant Response: To the greatest extent possible we have loosened up the site plan. We have shifted the east/west property line between Chambray and Meritage to the north, creating larger open areas on this site. We have been able to meet the 40-foot average between buildings in all locations on the site except one. We believe that the `Arbors Courtyard" that we have created between Buildings 4 and 5 will provide a substantial buffer • to mitigate the building separation issue. We feel that this area will become a highly sought aher contemplative location within the site. f) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the Italianate theme -the Landscaping should be colorful and intimate; details can also include amenities as mosaics and fountains. Applicant Response: The planting palette has been altered significantly to reflect the characteristics of Italianate gardens. Color is provided as accent pieces in select areas of interest, while formal `nodes" punctuate the site at significant intersections of the path of travel. Pronounced by clipped hedges and accent trees, these nodes form the basis of continuity throughout the site. Each is fashioned after the Gardens of the Italian renaissance, with features such as fountains and statuary becoming the focal point of the node. All of the focal points are visible along the linear pedestrian corridors in any direction of the path of travel. This linear corridor establishes the central artery of the site to which all other areas deviate from. g) The project entry statement lacks accent and the presence of a focal point. The clubhouse at the entry is a nice element, however, as you proceed onto the site there is no focal point. Applicant Response: We have entirely redesigned the project entry. The drive is more formal and dedicated entirely to vehicles entering and exiting the site (no Clubhouse parking). The clubhouse is reoriented to face Day Creek with an inviting main entrance. We have simplified the drive intersection immediately within the gates. We have positioned the main interior amenity building as the focal point on axis, opposite the main entry gate. There is a raised tower element, which creates the visual terminus. h) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the west side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). • DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 October 14, 2003 Page 3 Applicant Response: All landscaping along Day Creek is per the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan. Washingtonia Robusta and Pyrus Calleryana are planted alternately at 25 feet O.C. spacing in opposite rows. This matches the city proposed landscape palette at the mall. The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the Community Plan. Applicant Response: We believe that we have accomplished this. With the Italianate architectural vocabulary applied consistently to the apartment and accessory buildings, the strong north/south and east/west pedestrian paseo systems, and the Italianate landscape palette and design, this will be a "special place': The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the SCE corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. Applicant Response: Walkways have been designed with circulation and linkages in mind. The main corridor through the site connects to the walkway at Day Creek and ends at the Southern California Edison corridor. Pilasters and a pedestrian gate accentuate the Southern California Edison corridor. CJ k) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis - should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. Applicant Response: Trellises have been located at areas with a higher degree of usage by the residents. While trellises are an important design feature for accentuating a path, we feel that the same emphasis can also be achieved by the use of formal clipped hedges which also pronounce the linearity if a path. Also, due to the use of the node element with focal point, the need for vertical enhancement is eliminated. Many othersite features such as BBO areas and carports include a trellis feature either for screening, privacy, or aesthetics. All trellises shall be covered with vines. The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. Applicant Response: A Tot Lot and an exercise station have been added to enhance the family environment. Both of these elements are located along the main arterial corridornear the pool area. This location is the best within the site due to the grouping of activity in this r 1 U Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review all applicant revisions based on previous comments (as noted above) and provide guidance to the applicant for any final modifications, or recommendations for Planning Commission Approval. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Debra Meier DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 • October 14, 2003 Page 4 The Committee permitted the applicant to make a presentation of the project to describe all of the changes that had been made to address the Design Review Committee comments of September 2, 2003. The applicant reviewed site planning, landscaping, and architectural details, in the general order as noted on the Design Review Committee comments above. Upon conclusion of the presentation, the Committee recommended approval of the project with the following conditions of approval: 1. The carport post shall be wrapped or clad by 2X wood material as a base of approximately 36 inches in height. 2. The landscape concept shall incorporate the use of clay pots throughout the project to enhance the visibility oryear-round color. 3. Balcony and patios, which will require sound mitigation along the Day Creek Boulevard frontage, shall incorporate the use of sound barriers constructed as low-level wall (approximately 4 feet in height) framed on top with the lexan glass panel. 4. All rock or stone veneers shall be extended below the ground surface as approved by the City Planner and the Building Official. \J DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 825 p.m. Debra Meier July 1, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTANDDEVELOPntENT REVIEW DRC2003-00338-CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 8.78 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Dens'dy Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard-APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVLEOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337-CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and associated recreation faclities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mbced Use Hi ~y 1C- 4o2mp~pm3 (minutesaoi that meelting attached)S Theappl cant has been working on re ions to the projects that not ony respond to issues raised in the Workshop, but also to details identified in the staff completeness letter dated April 29, 200.9. The applicant has requested this meetirig with the Committee to discuss ony the architectural detailing of the Project as it relates to previous Workshop suggestions end the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The applicant will be presenting illustretions of archtectural end site details for the Committee's conceptual review. The entire project application will return to the Cbmrriittee at a later date. Staff Recommendation: Stall recommends that the Committee review the architectural and other site details and make appropriate recommendations for the applicant's consideration. Deslan Review Committee Action:' Membere Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewatt, Nancy Fong Staff Planner. Debra Meier Staff reiterated to the Committee that the purpose of this meeting wea ony to review the architecturel and site design deffiils as it relates to meeting the intent of the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The entire project will return to the Committee for review at a later date. The applicant reviewed the revisions to the Site Plan that have been made pursuant to comments provided at the Planning Commission Workshop, which was held on May 14, 2003, as well as comments provided by staff. Revisions include a realignment of the buildings along the street fronffige, providing larger pockets of open space and utilizing the recreation buildings as project focal points, among other modificatioru. The Committee encouraged the applicant to explore an open fencing design along Day Creek Boulevard (to thoe ~e use of wrou ht~9ron fenc ng between block columh~~uld incude segments with no fencing 9 The two projects feature two distinct arohftecturel themes. Meritage utilizes an Italianate theme and the Chambray portion features a French Country theme. The Committee provided recommendations to the applicant for further enhancements to each theme: ~tfr~r~(~J1 ~ 7o ro(r~lo3 ~K~ ~°3- ~.~.C . u DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 AND DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES July 1, 2003 Page 2 Italianate -The Committee recommended that the porch and balcony railing elements are wrought iron (or tubular steel''~rd to be' generous wdh the useloflstgonle on4this theme ~type.the committee encouraged the app' French Country -They concum3d with the applicants presentation of the French Country theme, however they recommended that the fireplaces be completely dad in stone. The Committee concurred with staff, in that the applicant has made significant and notable Progress on the site layout and arohkectural themes utilized in the projects. The applicantwill be preparing a resubmittal to staff to respond to all completeness issues and comments, and the project will return for complete review by the Committee at a future date. L DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier September 2, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 319 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 12.85 acres of land in the Mixed Use/High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units peracre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. Project Density: 24.8 dwellino units per acre Design Parameters: The proposed project is within the southern portion of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Planned Community. The land use designation north of the site is Mixed Use/High Density Residential, and south of the site is Mixed Use/Regional-related Office-Commercial. The Southern California Edison transmission corridor and Day Creek Flood Control Channel form the western boundary of the site, and Day Creek Boulevard (which has been rough graded) will form the east boundary of the site. Land Use on the east side of Day Creek Boulevard encompasses the Victoria Gardens Regional Mall. The proposed project interfaces on the north boundary with another Fairfield apartment project (Regency Centers/DRC2003-00617). Access via a proposed private street is provided along the south boundary, which is shared with the proposed commercial development. Access into Meritage from the south boundary is a resident-only entrance gated, operated by a card-key. The primary entrance into the project is from Day Creek Boulevard. This project was before the Planning Commission as a workshop on May 14, 2003 (minutes attached) to review the proposed project in conjunction with the Victoria Arbors design guideless for ' Multi-family development; and before the Design Review Committee on July 1, 2003 (action attached) to review progress on the architectural design and project theme. The Committee previously encouraged the applicants to utilize wrought-iron (or decorative tubular steel) for poroh and balcony railings that would vary in design across the face of the building; and that stone be used °generously° on this architectural theme. Mertiage is comprised of eight, three-story structures designed around an auto-court concept with an Italianate theme. In accordance with the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines, the design features within the project include the variation in window treatment, balcony detailing, and the definition of individual outdoor space. Stone has been introduced on various components of the building elevation to provide variety and texture to the building theme. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: 1. Architectural Icon Trellises: The Victoria Gardens Master Plan Design Guidelines state that trellises and arbors °are architectural icons within Victoria Arbors and must be included within multi-family projects.° Although trellises are included in the pool area, covered picnic areas, and a couple of other locations, none are found in the buildings themselves. Staff recommends that they be incorporated into building design. Staff would also recommend that they be used as major design elements in the landscape at primary project entrance at Day Creek Boulevard. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES September 2, 2003 Page 2 . 2. Elevations/Noise Attenuation: Special architectural design features will be required to attenuate traffic noise for residential units within 344 feet of centerline of Day Creek Boulevard. These features may include, but are not limited to, sound attenuation walls (rather than wrought iron fencing), lexan panels around private patios and balconies, dual glazed windows, sound baffling materials in exterior vents. Revise elevations as needed based upon recommendations of noise study (which has not been submitted yet). 3. Elevations: Provide 360-degree arohitecture to all sides of the buildings. Consistently, the applicant has proposed less architectural treatment to the "garage" sides of buildings despite their visual prominence throughout the project. Specific design elements that should be used include: ledger stone veneer, decorative metal railings under windows, shutters flanking windows, brackets under eave. 4. Site Plan: The building arrangement on the Site Plan does not meet minimum building separation standards in some cases. The applicant is proposing a concept of connecting the buildings with trellises to create that of an enclosed courtyard, thereby eliminating the building separation requirement, such as between Buildings 4 and 5 as shown on Sheet A-4). Staff believes that either the building must be truly connected or must meet the minimum standards as required by the Development Code. 5. Open Space: The project has been designed with 31 percent common open space; however, this is only 1 percent above the minimum standard. The project is also designed at the maximum building coverage allowed. Staff recommends additional open space be provided. 6. Recreational Amenity package: The applicant is required to provide no less than 10 recreation amenfties, the following amenities are noted on the Landscape Plan: • Clubhouse 1 • Pool/spa 1 • Outdoor entertainment pavilion 1 • Group BBO facility 1 Putting Green 1 • Covered picnidBBO nodes 5 The applicant has proposed receiving 5 credits for the provision of 5 separate covered picnic nodes contrary to the Development Code standard. Staff recommends that the applicant be given fewer credits for the covered picnic nodes and provide additional amenities within the project. In addition, Staff would like the Committee to notice that the applicant has specifically not included any amenities that would satisfy the needs of children, even in the simplest form of large open turf play areas, which are typical of our large apartment facilities. Staff recommends that specific amenities be provided that focus on children's needs, such as tot lots. 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 accessory structures such as the carport and the mail kiosk should be trimmed and detailed in accordance with the architectural theme and style of the project. For example, the carport's painted steel tube columns are inconsistent with French Country theme. The same carport and mail kiosk design is proposed for both the Chambray (French Country) and Meritage (Italianate) projects. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES September 2, 2003 Page 3 2. Mail kiosk location unknown. Locate mail kiosk to be adjoining (on same side of drive aisle as) ample parking. The proposed location is an island that will force tenants to park and walk across drive aisle or illegally park within Fire Lane. Another alternative would be to include mailboxes as part of the Recreation Building. 3. Provide design details of perimeter fencing and walls, including the Day Creek Boulevard street frontage. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee provide specific direction pertaining to the items noted above, and direct the applicant to make the appropriate revisions prior to final Committee recommendation to the Planning Commission. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Christine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Debra Meier The Committee offered the following comments and recommended the following modifications to the project. The Committee requested that modifications be made and returned for further Committee review and approval. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way.the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that R stops approximately 6=inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this conditions should be avoided in the future. b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim; balconies, railings and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING e) The site plan appears to be very tightly designed, meeting minimum open space requirements (i.e. maximum building coverage). The concept of connecting buildings is typically not an acceptable alternative to meeting all building separation and building setback Code requirements. f) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the Italianate theme -the Landscaping should be colorful and intimate; details can also include amenities as mosaics and fountains. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES September 2, 2003 Page 4 g) The project entry statement lacks accent and the presence of a focal point. The clubhouse at the entry is a nice element, however, as you proceed onto the site there is no focal point. h) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the east side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). i) The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victona Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the Community Plan. j) The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the SCE corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. k) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis - should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. I) The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. v ~' ' Commissioner Stewart agreed that the quality of composition roofing material has been bettered over the years but she fek Mr. Trudeau's request for his house did not warrant support to change from tle to composition shingle. She noted that every house on his street is tle and there is a strong community (neighborhood) identity with tile. She fek that changing his roof would not be compatble or consistent with the neighborhood. Commissioners Macias and Fletcher agreed. Both also fek it might be necessary io address the Code to Garify when and if composkion shingles would be acceptable for re-roofing. Chairman McNiel explained how historically the issue of roof materials evolved within the City. He recounted his own re-roofing decision and indicated his support for maintaining the direction of requiring tle roofs on all new projects. He said he would not support Mr. Trudeau's request for his house because of the consistency issue with his immediate block. Mr. Buller thanked the Commission and Mr. Trudeau for their tme and stated he will work with Mr. Trudeau on how he would like to proceed based on the discussion. ..... p D. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 'DRC2003-00336 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A roposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation tatalkies on 8.78 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Muki-Famay Residental District (2430 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 43. E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and associated recreaton fatalities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mbced Use High Density Muki-Family Residential DistrG (2430 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 201-201- 38, 41, and 42. Brad Buller, City Planner, explained the.workshop format and intent and introduced the applicant. The applicant and their representatives included Chuck Buquet of Charles Joseph Associates, Brian Hall of Archkects Orange, and Dan Mitch of Faifield Residental. Mr. Mitch provided an overview of the project along wkh some highlights of the project descriptor for the two projects. Debra Meier, Associate Planner, described to the Commissioners that the primary purpose for the workshop was to review the first multi-famiy project application that will be reviewed using the Victoria Arbors Master Plan guidelines for multi-family development. She stated the Design Review Commiriee had previousy provided strong direction regardiognate bu~ffenng between thefmuki- development in this porton of the community, inGuding app p family housing project and the commercial propertes on the south and the future medium density residental on the north; and that the guidelines make k Gear that muki-famiy development should not have buildings that line up along the street, or are oriented in a rigid grid pattern, and thatthe site design should reflect acampus-like setting. She noted many of these desired elements were not reflected in the project application. She said staff would like director from the Commission regarding the interpretaton of these design guidelines as related to these specific projects. Chairman McNeil requested comments from each Commissioner. _~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes ..' .' Commissioner Madas stated that the applicant should revisit the site design to avoid the "barracks" effect created by the building pattern and arangement; and that itro ect entriesnand from Day Creek develop focal points within the project, particularly near primary p j Boulevard. Commissioner Fletcher asked the applicants to describe any similarities to the existing Fairfield projects of Ironwood and Fairway Palms located in the vicnity of Milliken Avenue and 6th Street. The applicant, Mr. Milch and his architect Mr. Haii, responded to Mr. Fletcher's questions by stating that the Chambray product is similar to the Irownwood/Fairway Pal as pill ads th`e 'rovis ones of the project is a new design that has evolved from experience in the City, P Victoria Art~ors Design Guidelines. " Commissioner Stewart indicated that both projects need architectural focal points that make the entries much more prominent. She believed the architecture theme does not indude an the required elements as outlined in the design guidelines and this would also indude the details that are incorporated in theme ofthe VVictoria Arbors. In add eonsshe thought the site'plen Iso needs o be Tuscan winery assessed for further compliance with the Master Plan design guidelines. Chairman McNeil reRereted the concern pertaining to the "soldering" effect of the buildings along Day Creek Boulevard. He also expressed concern that the site plan layout has a predominance of open parking, and that even the focus of project entries is open parking spaces. Chairman McNeil also agreed with Commissioner Stewart's comments pertaining to, the architectural detailing, and suggested that additional design analysis was necessary to conform to the Design Guidelines. Mr. Buller provided some conducting remarks, and suggested that the applicant consider using 4 or 5-story buildings in order to free up open spats and said that staff would look cosey at the parking needs analysis within the project. ..... F. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2003-00427-Tfip,RALDSONDEVELOPMENTC.OMPANY- A request for the review of three separate four-story hotels buildings totaling 342 units, three office buildings totaling 15,000 square feet, a 6,000 square foot full-service day spa, a 6,000 square foot sit-down restaurant, and a 3,000 square foot general retail store on 14.75 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12) of the Development Code located on the north side of 4th Street between Mission Vista Drive, Pittsburgh Avenue, and Richmond Place. APN: 0229-263-48. Brad Buller, City Planner, introduced the item and explained the Pre-Application Review process. Larry Madson, Regional Project Manager, Thareldson Development Company, introduced the project, indicating it was very preliminary in concept and that they were searching for feedback from the Commission on how the property should be developed. He also discussed the design with respect to sensitivity to existing and surrounding area. He commented that he and his company were committed to designing an upscale hotel site project. Carol Plowman, Senior Vice President for Lee and Assodates, identified potential businesses and uses that would occupy the remaining buildings along adjacent 4th Street. Mr. Madson provided a modified ske design that re-oriented the hotel buildings to reflect a "horseshoe" design rather than a "soldier" layout per staff recommendations. ~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier October 14, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 270 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 11.34 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201- 38, 41,42. Background: This project has previously been before the Committee on September 2, 2003, the Design Review Comments from that meeting are attached, including the description of the project and the related design parameters. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. The comments are referenced in the same order as the Design Review Committee Action of September 2, 2003. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6 inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this conditions should be avoided in the future. Applicant Response: The reason that the stone stops 6 inches above the adjacent grade is that the California Building Code requires that the weep screed, located at the bottom of the stone, be 4 feet minimum above adjacent grade to allow water trapped within the wall to escape. We will pursue a variance with the building official to allow the stone to continue down to grade. b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim, balconies, railings, and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. Applicant Response: The vocabulary is very appropriate for the French Country style. The shutters, window surrounds and sills, high roof pitches, tight rakes, awnings and stone chimneys are all appropriate to this palette. The main comment that we addressed at the meeting was the addition of full height stone to the chimney elements. Per my notes, the main issue discussed on this project, Chambray, was a concern about the color blocking. We have re-colored these and can bring them in for your review. We did discuss the consistent application of the Architectural vocabulary to the site and its structures as well. c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. Applicant Response: On both of these projects we propose a storefront and glass assembly that mounts behind the guardrail and is not perceivably different than the standard guardrails. We can provide a photograph of this application (we used this on the Lewis project Del Mar 11, it is virtually un-noticeable). • d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES • October 14, 2003 Page 2 Applicant Response: We discussed carports to a great extent. We have investigated the following options: Planting vines at the columns (this is not practical because of the footings at the columns), painting the columns with a texture coating, and installing wood trim to wrap the steel columns. We can do what ever you desire. The mailbox kiosk has the steeper roof pitch and the same materials and colors to tie it closely to the Clubhouse (see item ';l"below for discussion on new location). The trash enclosure has a heavy trellis that ties to the trellis structures on the apartment buildings and the arbors that flank the main entry. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING a) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the French Country theme. Applicant Response: The planting palette has been altered significantly to reflect the characteristics of the French wine country. Coloris provided as an accent and abundantly in ground cover areas. Formal `nodes" punctuate the site ai significant intersections of the path of travel tying the country garden to the more characteristic French garden of the renaissance (the original inspiration for `country"gardens). Pronounced with accent trees and colorful background shrubbery, these nodes form the basis of continuity throughout the site with fountains becoming the focal point of each node. b) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the west side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). Applicant Response: All landscaping along Day Creek is per the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan. Washingtonia Robusta and Pyrus Calleryana are planted alternately at 25 feet O.C. spacing in opposite rows. This matches the city proposed landscape palette at the mall. c) The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the Community Plan. Applicant Response: We believe that we have accomplished this. With the French architectural vocabulary applied consistently to the apartment and accessory buildings, the strong pedestrian paseo system, and the formal French garden landscape palette and design, this will be a "special place" d) The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the Southern California Edison corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. Applicant Response: Walkways have been designed with circulation and linkages in mind. The main corridor through the site connects to the walkway at Day Creek and ends ai the Southern California Edison corridor. Pilasters and a pedestrian gate accentuate the Southern California Edison corridor. • e) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis -should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES October 14, 2003 Page 3 Applicant Response: The main entry to the site is enhanced via a pedestrian path covered almost entirely by a trellis. The clubhouse also has a similar trellis feature, as do the buildings. Carports will utilize a trellis feature to provide a visual screen along the sides at the vehicular path of travel. Every trellis used shall have vines attached to it, reinforcing the theme. f) Locate the mail kiosk adjacent tot the clubhouse, perhaps as an integral extension of the clubhouse building. Applicant Response: We have located this south of and in line with the clubhouse. It has been placed within a node along the formal east/west paseo and is very accessible. Its previous location was too dominant visually; we believe this location is more appropriate from a community standpoint. g) The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. Applicant Response: This site has the benefit of a 2001inear foot open space area. This area along with the pool and spa, group BBQ, and clubhouse provide for the family atmosphere desired for this area. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review all applicant revisions • based on previous comments (as noted above) and provide guidance to the applicant for any final modifications or recommendations for Planning Commission approval. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Debra Meier The Committee permitted the applicant to make a presentation of the project to describe all of the changes that had been made to address the Design Review Committee comments of September 2, 2003. The applicant reviewed site planning, landscaping, and architectural details, in the general order as noted on the Design Review Committee comments above. Upon conclusion of the presentation, the Committee recommended approval of the project with the following conditions of approval: 1. The carport post shall be wrapped or clad by 2X wood material as a base of approximately 36 inches in height. 2. The landscape concept shall incorporate the use of clay pots throughout the project to enhance the visibility oryear-round color. 3. Balcony and patios which will require sound mitigation along the Day Creek Boulevard frontage, shall incorporate the use of sound barriers constructed as low-level wall • (approximately 4 feet in height) framed on top with the lexan glass panel. 4. All rock or stone veneers shall be extended below the ground surface as approved by the City Planner and the Building Official. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier September 2, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 270 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 11.34 acres of land in the Mixed Use/High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201- 38, 41, and 42. Project Density: 23.8 dwelling units aer acre Design Parameters: The proposed project is within the southern portion of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Planned Community. The land use designation north of the site is Mixed Use/Medium Density Residential, and south of the site is Mixed Use/High Density Residential. The Southern California Edison transmission corridor and Day Creek Flood Control Channel form the western boundary of the site, and Day Creek Boulevard (which has been rough graded) will form the east boundary of the site. Land Use on the east side of Day Creek Boulevard encompasses the Victoria Gardens Regional Mall. The proposed project interfaces on the south boundary with another Fairfield apartment project (Meritage/DRC2003-00336). Access via a proposed private street is provided along the north boundary, which is shared with the proposed Medium Residential development. Access into Chambray from the north boundary is aresident-only entrance gated, operated by a card-key. The primary entrance into the project is from Day Creek Boulevard. This project was before the Planning Commission as a workshop on May 14, 2003 (minutes attached) to review the proposed project in conjunction with the Victoria Arbors design guideless for Multi-family development; and before the Design Review Committee on July 1, 2003 (action attached) to review progress on the architectural design and project theme. The Committee concurred with the applicant's presentation of the French Country theme, however they recommended that the fireplaces be completely clad in stone (which the applicant has provided). Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: 1. Architectural Icon Trellises: The Victoria Gardens Master Plan Design Guidelines state that trellises and arbors °are architectural icons within Victoria Arbors and must be included within multi-family projects.° Although trellises are included in building design, staff would also recommend that they be used as major design elements in the landscape at primary project entrance at Day Creek Boulevard. 2. ElevationslNoise Attenuation: Special architectural design features will be required to attenuate traffic noise for residential units within 344 feet of centerline of Day Creek Boulevard. These features may include, but are not limited to, sound attenuation walls (rather than wrought iron fencing), lexan panels around private patios and balconies, dual glazed windows, sound baffling materials in exterior vents. Revise elevations as needed based upon recommendations of noise study (which has not been submitted yet). ~.1~,,,~,r ~o ~~,~03 ~D~'C 2vo3 -0 0337 DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATE September 2, 2003 Page 2 3. Open Space: The project has been designed at the minimum 30 percent common open space requirement; however, is at the maximum density and maximum building coverage allowed. Staff recommends additional open space be provided. 4. Recreational Amenity package: The applicant is required to provide no less than 10 recreation amenities. The project is deficient by 5 amenities according to the Landscape Plan. Staff recommends that specific amenities be provided that focus on children's needs, such as tot lots. The space noted as "large group BBO area,° located within the lower left-hand comer, of the pool deck, needs further clarification of the facilities provided within that area that are differentiated from the surrounding pool deck. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The accessory structures such as the carport and the mail kiosk should be trimmed and detailed in accordance with the architectural theme and style of the project. For example, the carport's painted steel tube columns are inconsistent with French Country theme. The same carport design is proposed for both the Chambray (French Country) and Meritage (Italianate) projects. 2. Relocate mail kiosk to be adjoining (on same side of drive aisle as) ample parking. The proposed location is an island that will force tenants to park and walk across drive aisle or illegally park within Fire Lane. Another alternative would be to include mailboxes as part of the recreation building. 3. Provide design details of perimeter fencing and walls, including the Day Creek Boulevard street frontage. Design should incorporate noise attenuation features as recommended by noise study. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee provide specific direction pertaining to the items noted above, and direct the applicant to make the appropriate revisions prior to final Committee recommendation to the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Debra Meier The Committee offered the following comments and recommended the following modifications to the project. The Committee requested that modifications be made and returned for further Committee review and approval. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6-inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this conditions should be avoided in the future. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATE September 2, 2003 Page 3 b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim; balconies, railings and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard.. d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING e) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the French Country theme. f) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the east side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). g) The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the Community Plan. h) The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the SCE corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. i) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis -should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. j) Locate the mail kiosk adjacent tot the clubhouse, perhaps as an integral extension of the clubhouse building. k) The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENT 8:25 p.m. Debra Meier July 1, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336-CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 8.7 within thelVictoria ArborsdMast H Plaoelocated on the west side of DaywCllreek units per acre) Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVLEOPMENTREVIEW DRC2003-00337-CHP`RLES fa~Sities on 15.041 lanes of land in the Mixed U~ Hi7 apartment homes and associated recreation Staff C~mnut heseof that meelting attached)SeThedePPl cant has be n working on revisions to May 14, 2003( the projects that rrot only respond to issues raised in the Workshop, but also to details identifi the staff completeness letter dated April 29, 2003• The applicant has requested this meetirig wish the Committee es one andntlyie Victoria Arbors detailing of the project as it relates to previous Workshop su99 Design Guidelines. The applicant will be presenting illustretio~ntts nfwill re~ ~e Cbmniittee at a the Committee's conceptual rewew. The entire project app • later date. Staff RecommendatioPpSt~ff recommends that the Committee) cresvnYs consideretionf al and other site details and make a ropriate recommendations for the app' Desi_ an Review Committee Acti2~:~ Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner. Debra Meier Staff refterated to the Committee that the purpose of this meeting was ony to review the architectural and site design details as it relates to meeting the intent of the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The entire project will return to the Committee for review at a later date. The applicant reviewed the revisions to the Site Plan that have been made pursuant to comments provided at rthovided b nstaff.mRevislons nc udepa `real gnment of the bugldi gs a~on9 the s )treat comments p Y frontage, providing larger pockets of open space and utilizing the recreation buildings as pro) focal points, among other mod cations. The Committee encouraged the applicant to explore an open fencing design along Day Creek Boulevard (to rho ~e use of wrought 9ron fencing betty n block columh~~uk1 include segments with no fencing The iwo projects feature two distinct archRectural themes. Meritage utilizes an Italianate theme and the Chambray portion features a French Country theme. The Committee provided recommendations to the applicant for further enhancements to each theme: DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-0336 AND DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES July 1, 2005 Page 2 Italianete -The Committee recommended that the porch and balcony railing elements. are wrought iron (or tubular steel) and vary in design across the building elevation. In addition, the committee encouraged the applicant to be generous with the use of stone on this theme type. French Country -They concurred with the applicants presentation of the French Country theme, however they recommended that the fireplaces be completely clad in stone. The Committee concurred with staff, in that the applicant has made sign'ific;ant and notable Progress on the site layout end architectural themes utilized in the projects. The applicant will be preparing a resubmittal to staff to respond to ail completeness Issues and comments, and the project will return for complete review by the Committee at a future date. .. ' Commissioner Stewart agreed that the quality of composition roofing material has been bettered over the years but she felt Mr. Trudeau's request for his house did not warrant support to change from file to composition shingle. She noted that every house on his street is file and there is a strong community (neighborhood) identity with tile. She felt that changing his roof would not be compatible or consistent with the neighborhood. Commissioners Macias and Fletcher agreed. Both also feR it might be necessary to address the Code to Garify when and 'rf composition shingles would be acceptable for re-roofing. Chairman McNiel explained how historicaty the issue of roof materials evolved within the City. He recounted his own reroofing decision and indicated his support for maintaining the direction of requiring file roofs on all new projects. He said he would not support Mr. Trudeau's request for his house because of the consistency issue with his immediate block Mr. Buller thanked the Commission and Mr. Trudeau for their time and stated he vnll work with Mr. Trudeau on how he would like to proceed based on the diswssion. ..... p P p. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW ~RC2003-00336 _" CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develo 210 a artmerrt homes and associated recreation fatalities on 8.78 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density MulttFamBy Residential District (2430 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Ptah, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 43. E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and assodated recreation fatalities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Dens'dy Plan, located on theial~strictd(84a0 d~ellCreek Boulevard, nohrth of Fo~o~ Bou el v APN: 201-201- 38, 41, and 42. Brad Buller, City Planner, explained the workshop format and intent and introduced the applicant. The applicant and their representatives inGuded Chuck Buquet of Charles Joseph Associates, Brian Hall of Architects Orange, and Dan Mitch of Faifield Residential. Mr. Mitch provided an overview of the project along with some highlights of the project descriptron for the two projects. Debra Meier, Associate Planner, desuibed to the Commissioners that the primary purpose for the workshop was to review the first muHFfamiy project application that will be reviewed using the Victoria Arbors Master Plan guidelines for multi-family development. She stated the Design Review Committee had previously provided strong direction regardinognate buffering between the multr- development in this portion of the community, inGuding app p family housing project and the commercial properties on the south and the future medium density residential on the north; and that the guidelines make it Gear that multi-famiy development should not have buildings that line up along the street, or are oriented in a rigid grid pattern, and that the site design should reflect acampus-like setting. She noted many of these desired elements were not reflected in the project application. She said staff would like direction from the Commission regarding the interpretation of these design guidelines as related to these spectflc projects. Chairman McNeil requested comments from each Commissioner. _~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes ' Commissioner Macias stated that the applicant should revisit the sRe design to avoid the "barracks" .~ effect created by the building pattern and arangement; and that it was important for the applicant to develop focal points within the project, particularly near primary project entries and from Day Creek Boulevard. Commissioner Fletcher asked the applicants to describe any similarities to the existing Fairfield projects of Ironwood and Fairway Palms located in the vidnity of Milliken Avenue and 6th Street. The applicant, Mr. Milch and his architect Mr. Hall, responded to Mr. Fletcher's questions by stating that the Chambray product is similar to the IrovmwoodlFairway Palms projects, while the heritage project is a new design that has evolved from experience in the City, as well as the provisions of Ure Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. Commissioner Stewart indicated that both projects need archftectural focal points that make the entries much more prominent. She believed the architecture theme does not indude all the required elements as outlined in the design guidelines and_this would also indude fhe details that are incorporated into the carports. She stated the courtyards should also be detailed in keeping with the Tuscan winery theme of the Victoria Arbors. In addition, she though the site plan also needs to be assessed for further compliance with the Master Plan design guidelines. Chairman McNeil reRereted the concern pertaining to the "soldering" effect of the build'urgs along Day Creek Boulevard. He also expressed concern that the site plan layout h~assa ~ ?~ MdVeil also parking, and that even the focus of project entries is open panting spa agreed with Commissioner Stewart's comments pertaining to the architecture) detaling, and suggested that additional design analysis was necessary to conform to the Design Guidelines. Mr. Buller provided some conducting remarks, and suggested that the applicant consider using 4 or 5-story buildings in order to free up open space and said that staff would look closely at the panting needs analysis wifhln the project ..... F. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2003-00427-TF{ARALDSONDEVELOPMENTCOMPANY- A request for the review of three separate four-story hotels buildings totaling 342 units, three office buildings totaling 15,000 square feet, a 6,000 square foot full-service day spa, a 6,000 square foot sit-down restaurant, and a 3,000 square foot generel retail store on 14.75 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12) of the Development Code located on the north side of 4th Street between Mission Vista Drive, Pittsburgh Avenue, and Richmond Place. APN: 0228-263-48. Brad Buller, City Planner, introduced the item and explained the Pre-Application Review process. Larry Madson, Regional Project Manager, Thareldson Development Company, introduced the project, indicating it was very preliminary in concept and that they were searching for feedback from the Commission on how the property should be developed. He also discussed the design with respect to sensHivity to existing and surrounding area. He commented that he and his company were committed to designing an upscale hotel site project. Carol Plowman, Senior Vice President for Lee and Assocates, identified potential businesses and uses that would occupy the remaining buildings along adjacent 4th Street. Mr. Madson provided a mod~ed site design that re-oriented the hdel buildings to reflect a "horseshoe" design rather than a "soldier" layout per staff recornmendafions. ¢ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 p.m. Donald Granger October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00492 -THE WILLIAM FOX GROUP - A request to construct aone-story 12,768 square foot office building on 1.29 acres of land in the Neighborhood Commercial District, located on the south side of Lemon Avenue, approximately 715 feet west of Haven Avenue - APN: 0201-262-48. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Design Parameters: The project site is located on the south side of Lemon Avenue, west of the Chaffey Plaza. The project site originally was proposed for aself-serve car wash, but was never approved due to the neighboring residents' concern over the potential impacts of noise, security and traffic. The proposed office building has been designed to respect the existing architectural style of Chaffey Plaza with tower elements that have the same roof material and form as the buildings to the east, thereby providing an architectural link to the rest of the center. At the building entrances and tower features, the proposed project has been designed with stacked stone at the base and columns and decorative file accents. Foam arches with keystones accent the windows, and columns project 2 feet out from the wall plane providing articulation and shadow. The wall on the west property line will be extended to 6 feet, as measured from the east side, to provide adequate screening for the adjacent single-family homes. The developer will be conducting a neighborhood meeting on October 7, 2003. 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: There are no major issues. The applicant has worked diligently with Staff to resolve all 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. 1. Delete the outdoor lunch area at northwest corner of building in order and replace with landscape planter. Development has been designed, and parked, for offices, not restaurants. If an outdoor lunch area is desired for employees, then it should be located in a more private location, away from the main project driveway entrance. 2. The streetscape should continue the same plant palette as the adjoining Chaffey Plaza. 3. The decorative pavement treatment should match the adjoining Chaffey Plaza. 4. The downcast lighting should be decorative and complement the architectural style of the building. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review the project and recommend review and approval by the Planning Commission. C~ DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00492-THE WILLIAM FOX GROUP October 14, 1003 • Page 2 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Richard Fletcher, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Donald Granger The Committee reviewed the project and recommended approval, subject to all of the Secondary Issues, and the following conditions: The parapet height shall be raised to completely screen all roof-mounted equipment. Final design and height shall be subject to City Planner review and approval. The cornice shall extend around the entire building (360 degrees). 3. The stacked stone shall be carried to the southeast corner of the elevation (east and south elevations), matching the southwest corner of the building. L I DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:20 p.m. Alan Warren October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617 - REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. - A request to develop a retail shopping center consisting of multiple pads, including adrive-thru lane, and anchor tenants totaling 112,000 square feet of building area on 11.37 acres within the Victoria Arbors Market Place in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 44. Design Parameters: The site occupies a prominent location on the northwest corner of the Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards intersection entry to the Regional Mall site. The intersection has been designated as an Activity Center within the Foothill Boulevard Districts and Day Creek Boulevard design policies. As such, special streetscape features are required with the Center. A major shopping center of 45 acres is proposed opposite this site on the south side of Foothill Boulevard and a shopping center extension of the Mall complex is proposed on the northeast corner. Multiple family residential projects are anticipated north of the site. The site is adjacent to a multiple family residential site along its north boundary. The Victoria Arbors Plan calls for a private road to divide the two uses. An extension of Victoria Garden Lane borders the center along its north property line. A service driveway continues westerly beyond an entry to the residential site to the rear of an anchor building. A 10-foot wide planter and a screen wall form the boundary between the two uses. Each loading dock has its own screen wall to mitigate loading noise. A noise study indicates that these features should be sufficient to keep the noise levels below significance as long as the loading operations are limited to day and early evening hours. During its review of the shopping center proposed forthe northeast cornerof Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards, the Design Review Committee determined that the Activity Center improvements should extend along Foothill Boulevard from the intersection to the I-15 Freeway. With this in mind, staff suggested to the applicant to use a similar design westerly along Foothill Boulevard. The Activity Center improvements will extend from the intersection to the second driveway (to the utility corridor). The corner plaza duplicates the corner treatment called out in the City's Day Creek Boulevard Landscape Theme. A stairway leads from the plaza a street level up to the parking area, which encourages pedestrian traffic in the Activity Center. The architecture exhibits a winery style with standing seam metal roofs (slate gray) and wall accents (copper metallic), and including trellis structures along the building facades. Fabric "terra cola" colored awnings are called out for the small inline tenant spaces of the main buildings. A 360° architecture has been provided. Staff believes the style presented is appropriate for the site and general area. Three Route 66 icons are proposed along Foothill Boulevard near the corner plaza. These designs appear appropriate in size (10 feet 5 inches - 9 feet tall) and character (painted aluminum and ceramic tile) for addition to the Activity Center. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: None -the applicant has worked diligently with staff. 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 Day Creek Boulevard entry should receive the same level of design treatment as the Foothill Boulevard entry. This can be accomplished by extending the decorative paving, and possibly the accent trees, to southeast cornerof Major 1, and by incorporating the circular pattern at the first on-site intersection. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00671 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. October 14, 2003 Page 2 2. In keeping with the use of Mexican Fan Palms throughout areas of the Mall, staff has recommended that these Palms, instead of the London Plane trees, be used as a thematic backdrop just behind the double row of Crape Myrtles of the Activity Center. The Committee. may wish to discuss this landscaping feature as it applies to the site and the surrounding area. 3. Wall Signs -Reduce the overall size of the signs for "in-line" shop tenants, and Pad buildings, from 30-36 inches high to 18 inches. As proposed, there is no difference between Majors 2, 3, and 4 and the small shop tenants. The following sign hiearchy is typical in existing centers: Ma'or Anchor Ma'or 1 -Circuit Ci 48 inches maximum Sub-Ma'or Anchor Ma~ors 2, 3, 4 24-36 inches maximum Sho Tenants. 14-18 inches maximum Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Screen parking areas from public view with mounding, landscaping, low walls, grade differentials, and building orientation. 2. Screen trash enclosures, ground-mounted equipment and utilities from public view. . 3. Avoid expanses of blank wall, devoid of any articulation or embellishment. 4. Integrate screening for roof-mounted equipment into the building design (i.e., extend parapet walls) rather than have a "tacked-on" appearance. 5. Paint roll-up doors and service doors to blend-in with main building colors. 6. Screen drive-thru lanes from public view by orienting the building and a combination of landscaping, berming, and low screen walls. 7. Clearly delineate on-site pedestrian walkways with special pavement, landscaping, and lighting. ' 8. Provide buffer where site adjoins residential development; such as increased setbacks, height limited to one-story, dense landscaping. 9. Thirty percent of all trees are to be box size for commercial projects. 10. Provide one tree per every 3 parking stalls in parking lot. 11. Provide dense landscaping to screen unattractive views and features, such as parking lots, loading and storage areas, trash enclosures, freeway structures, utility equipment (i.e., transformers, meters, backflow valves), and air conditioning units. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that DRC2003-00617 be forwarded to the Planning Commission for approvalsubject to the recommendations contained in these comments. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00671 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. October 14, 2003 Page 3 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Alan Warren The Committee recommended approval of the project subject to staff's comments and the following additional comments: The walkway in front of Major 1 will be widened to 15 feet. This may be accomplished by shifting the building and rear driveway northerly. The rear planting area maybe reduced by the distance that the building is shifted. 2. The southern portion of the crossing drive aisle next to the Day Creek Boulevard driveway will be closed with a planter as depicted at the meeting. Parking shall be provided along the south side of the new planter and other parking spaces may be relocated along the north side of the drive aisle behind Major 1. The enhanced paving design for this driveway, as recommended by staff, may be modified to "fit" within the modified drive aisle. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:40 p.m. Emily W imer October 14, 20038 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002-00116 -EAGLE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP - A request to development of a 25,622 square foot warehouse in Industrial District, Subarea 13 on a 1.25 acre site, located at 9275 Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-283-02. Design Parameters: The project is situated located on the east side of Charles Smith Road on approximately 1.25 acres of vacant land. The project is bordered to the east by the I-15 freeway, to the south by Cardlock filling station, and to the north by an industrial warehouse building. The building is a 25,622 square foot speculative warehouse and includes a 5,104 square foot mezzanine. The applicant has asked to modify the approved exterior building materials. The original material, Travertine stone, was approved by the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission in October of 2002. Since the approval, the applicant has submitted plans, which would change the exterior materials of the building. Staff informed the applicant that the change would require Design Review Committee approval. The applicant is proposing the second primary exterior material, Travertine Stone, be replaced with split-face block. The Travertine Stone is used along the west elevation facing Charles Smith Avenue. The majority of the building is painted tilt-up concrete. The proposal will change the exterior look of the building on all four elevations. The proposed change would also affect the • horizontal bands on the exterior of the building, which wrap around the entirety of the building. The original color proposed matched the tan travertine stone. The proposed split-face block would change the horizontal reveals to a gray hue similar to the painted concrete of original design. Plans and samples of Travertine Stone and split-face block will be available at the meeting. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee deny the request and uphold the originally approved exterior materials. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: EmilyWimer Applicant withdrew from the project. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 9:00 p.m. Emily Wimer October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00732 - HIMES PETERS JEPSON ARCHITECTS - A request to develop nine multi-tenant industrial buildings, totaling 148,483 square feet, on 16.03 acres of land at the north and south sides of Jack Benny Drive, east of Rochester - APN: 0229-021-034, 54. Design Parameters: The project is located on the east side on Rochester Avenue, and will extend Jack Benny Drive to the east of Rochester Avenue. The site slopes approximately 2 percent. No existing trees are evident on site. The project involves the ultimate development of nine buildings, eight of which are proposed as multi-tenant light industrial. Distribution and storage area will be primarily located in Building 2 at the northeast section of the site, totaling approximately 83,750 square feet. Tliis building (Building 2) will include 12 interior loading docks and consist of roll up metal doors on the exterior of the building. The remaining eight buildings will consist of office and manufacturing uses, of which also will provide smaller loading areas and roll-up doors for each tenant. For Building 2, the applicant is proposing interiortrailer parking bay units for the warehouse/storage building. The trailerstorage is proposed outside the building. This would accommodate the 50-foot minimum aisle dimension required for trailer manuevering. The northeast and southeast corners of Jack Benny Drive are required to provide a scenic community entry. The corners proposed include enriched paving, Date Palm trees, formal . streetscape and formal landscape arrangements. The applicant has met with staff to ensure that the theme of the Day Creek Scenic Corridor Master Plan has been met. A minimum 4 feet of landscaping on both sides of Jack Benny Drive and the sidewalk is required. The corridor also includes a 6-foot sidewalk on the west side of Jack Benny Drive and a 10-foot wide sidewalk on the east side. 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: Buildings 1, 3, and 4 -Sandblasted concrete material should be used more visible locations, such as pop-outs and higher bands, similar to Building 2. As proposed, the sandblasting is limited to a bottom wainscot around buildings where is will be hidden by cars and shrubs. 2. Buildings A, B, C, D and E -Significantly increase the amount of sandblasted concrete on pop-outs. These buildings are 33 percent taller (10 feet) than Buildings 1, 2 and 3; hence, need additional architectural enhancement. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. Because of the limited amount of planter area close to the designated employee eating areas, permanent shade structures and furniture shall be provided. Provide 2 large structures to accommodate the entryways on the north and south side of Jack Benny Drive. • Smaller trellis structures may be used for the additional employee eating areas. 2. Because of the Utility Easement located on the north east property line, north of Jack Benny Drive, which does not allow for trees, shrubs provided shall be a minimum 15-gallon size, rather than the standard 5-gallon size. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00732 - HIMES PETERS JEPSON ARCHITECTS October 14, 2003 •' Page 2 3. Provide private sidewalk connection at all driveway entrances from public sidewalk to building entrances. Said connection is missing at both easterly driveways. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: 1. Paint roll-up doors to match building. 2. Provide appropriate street furniture in outdoor employee eating areas, such as tables, chairs and trash receptacles. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the proposed project subject to the recommendations contained herein. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Emily Wimer At the meeting the Committee reviewed the project with revisions and recommended approval subject to the conditions listed below: • 1. The revised elevations showed stacked stone on all office entries and street frontages. The Committee required that the stone be added and wrapped a minimum of 20 feet (shown on plans) on the interior side elevations and at any public line of sight. 2. Trellises were added to the employee eating areas and will be required for all eating areas on-site. 3. Enhancements to the entryways will be added to blend with the enhanced landscaping (15-gallon shrubs) shall be provided on the easement areas as well as additional sidewalk connections to enhance circulation. 4. Day Creek Master Plan entry shall be revised to incorporate features, which are illustrated on the corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Victoria Park Lane. Final design subject to City Planner review and approval. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS OCTOBER 14, 2003 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, rad Bu er Secretary ~. DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY OCTOBER 14, 2003 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA • • Committee Members: Alternates: CONSENT CALENDAR Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Nancy Fong Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel 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 (Brent EVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00843 - JC PENNY'S - A request to construct atwo-story, 133,000 square foot department store (JC Penny's) including hair salon, portrait studio, and optical department within the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located north of Foothill Boulevard, south of Church Street, between Day Creek Boulevard and the I-15 Freeway -APN: 0227-262-35, 36, and 38; 0227-171-22 and 23; 0227-201-30, 33, 35, and 36; 0227-211-24, 39, and 40 thru 43. 7:15 p.m. (NancyNicki) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00914 - LEWIS OPERATING CO. -The design review of a 15,754 square foot retail building in an approved building pad within the Town Center Square shopping center, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce Street and Elm Avenue -APN: 1077-422-30. 7:30 p.m. (Debra/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003- 00638 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -The design review of site plan and building elevations for a proposed tri-plex condominium project consisting of 186 attached dwelling units on 18.48 acres (21.38 gross acres) of land located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Church Street in the Mixed-Use/Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Community Plan. Through the preparation of an Initial Study, this action has been determined to be within the scope of the supplement to the Victoria Arbors Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 98041137) that was certified by the City Council on July 7, 1999; no additional environmental notice forthe discretionary actions pertaining to the proposed projected is required pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166. APN: 0227-201-37, 40 and portion of 41. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16612. f, J DRC AGENDA October 14, 2003 Page 2 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. 7:40 p.m. (Debra/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 319 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 12.85 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard -APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 270 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 11.34 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard -APN: 0227-201- 38, 41,42. 8:00 p.m. (Donald/gene) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003- 00492 -THE WILLIAM FOX GROUP - A request to construct cone-story 12,768 square foot office building on 1.29 acres of land in the Neighborhood Commercial District, located on the south side of Lemon Avenue, approximately 715 feet west of Haven Avenue -APN: 0201-262-48. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. 8:20 p.m (Alan/Joe) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. - A request to develop a retail shopping center consisting of multiple pads, including adrive-thru lane, and anchor tenants totaling 112,000 square feet of building area on 11.37 acres within the Victoria Arbors Market Place in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 44. 8:40 p.m. (Emily/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002- 00116 -EAGLE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP - A request to development of a 25,622 square foot warehouse in Industrial District, Subarea 13 on a 1.25 acre site, located at 9275 Charles Smith Avenue -APN: 0229-283-02. 9:00 p.m. (Emily/Willie) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003- 00732 - HIMES PETERS JEPSON ARCHITECTS - A request to develop nine multi-tenant industrial buildings, totaling 148,483 square feet, on 16.03 acres of land at the north and south sides of Jack Benny Drive, east of Rochester - APN: 0229-021-034, 54. • DRC COMMENTS October 14, 2003 Page 3 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 October 9, 2003 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic C ter Drdv.,, ancho Cucamonga. • CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS • 7:00 p.m. Brent Le Count October 14, 2003 EVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00843 - JC PENNY'S - A request to construct atwo-story, 133,000 square foot department store (JC Penny's) including hair salon, portrait studio, and optical department within the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located north of Foothill Boulevard, south of Church Street, between Day Creek Boulevard and the I-15 Freeway - APN: 0227-262-35, 36, and 38; 0227-171-22 and 23; 0227-201- 30, 33, 35, and 36; 0227-211-24, 39, and 40 thru 43. The Design Review Committee asked to see design and sample material for application of faux granite wall treatment, cornice design, and follow-up on truck loading dock enhancements. Plans will be presented at the meeting. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Brent Le Count • • CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS • 7:15 p.m. Nancy Fong October 14, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00914 - LEW IS OPERATING CO. -The design review of a 15,754 square foot retail building in an approved building pad within the Town Center Square shopping center, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, located at the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce Street and Elm Avenue - APN: 1077-422- 30. There will be an oral report at the meeting. Design Review Committee: Members Present: Staff Planner: Nancy Fong • U CONSENT CALENDAR COMMENTS • 7:30 p.m. Debra Meier October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00638 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -The design review of site plan and building elevations for a proposed tri- plex condominium project consisting of 186 attached dwelling units on 18.48 acres (21.38 gross acres) of land located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Church Street in the Mixed-Use/Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Community Plan. Through the preparation of an Initial Study, this action has been determined to be within the scope of the supplement to the Victoria Arbors Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 98041137) that was certified by the City Council on July 7, 1999; no additional environmental notice for the discretionary actions pertaining to the proposed projected is required pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166. APN: 0227-201-37, 40 and portion of 41. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16612. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Debra Meier C~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier October 14, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 319 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 12.85 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. Background: This project has previously been before the Committee on September 2, 2003, the Design Review Comments from that meeting are attached, including the description of the project and the related design parameters. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. The comments are referenced in the same order as the Design Review Committee Action of September 2, 2003 with responses provided by the applicant shown in italic text. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6-inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this condition should be avoided in the future. • Applicant Response: The reason that the stone stops 6 inches above the adjacent grade is that the California Building Code requires that the weep screed, located at the bottom of the stone, be 4 inches minimum above adjacent grade to allow water trapped within the wall to escape. We will pursue a variance with the building official to allow the stone to continue down to grade b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim, balconies, railings, and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. Applicant Response: We believe that we heard loud and clear the Committee's concerns about these elevations. We started from scratch. The first issue we addressed was to break down the long front elevation into smaller masses as well as to break the symmetry of this long fagade. We applied a rich vocabulary of differing balcony treatments, articulated window head and sill trims, horizontal banding, varied hip and gable end roofs with supporting brackets, etc. To tie in the `arbor" theme we applied a wrap around trellis structure at the dominant corners of the buildings (non-symmetrically applied). c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. Applicant Response: On both of these projects we propose a storefront and glass assembly that mounts behind the guardrail and is not perceivably different than the standard guardrails. We can provide a photograph of this application (we used this on the Lewis project Del Mar ll, it is virtually un-noticeable). C~ DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 • October 14, 2003 Page 2 d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. Applicant Response: We discussed carports to a great extent. We have investigated the following options: Planting vines at the columns (this is not practical because of the footings at the columns), painting the columns with a texture coating, and installing wood trim to wrap the steel columns. We can do what ever you desire. The mailbox kiosk has been integrated into the Clubhouse building. The trash enclosure has a heavy trellis that ties to the arbor structures on the apartment buildings and the arbors on the site. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING e) The site plan appears to be very tightly designed, meeting minimum open space requirements (i.e. maximum building coverage). The concept of connecting buildings is typically not an acceptable alternative to meeting all building separation and building setback Code requirements. Applicant Response: To the greatest extent possible we have loosened up the site plan. We have shifted the easUwest property line between Chambray and Meritage to the north, creating larger open areas on this site. We have been able to meet the 40-foot average between buildings in all locations on the site except one. We believe that the `Arbors Courtyard" that we have created between Buildings 4 and 5 will provide a substantial buffer • to mitigate the building separation issue. We feel that this area will become a highly sought after contemplative location within the site. f) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the Italianate theme-the Landscaping should be colorful and intimate; details can also include amenities as mosaics and fountains. Applicant Response: The planting palette has been altered significantly to reflect the characteristics of Italianate gardens. Color is provided as accent pieces in select areas of interest, while formal `nodes" punctuate the site at significant intersections of the path of travel. Pronounced by clipped hedges and accent trees, these nodes form the basis of continuity throughout the site. Each is fashioned after the Gardens of the Italian renaissance, with features such as fountains and statuary becoming the focal point of the node. All of the focal points are visible along the linear pedestrian corridors in any direction of the path of travel. This linear corridor establishes the central artery of the site to which all other areas deviate from. g) The project entry statement lacks accent and the presence of a focal point. The clubhouse at the entry is a nice element, however, as you proceed onto the site there is no focal point. Applicant Response: We have entirely redesigned the project entry. The drive is more formal and dedicated entirely to vehicles entering and exiting the site (no Clubhouse parking). The clubhouse is reoriented to face Day Creek with an inviting main entrance. We have simplified the drive intersection immediately within the gates. We have positioned the main interior amenity building as the focal point on axis, opposite the main entry gate. There is a raised tower element, which creates the visual terminus. • h) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the west side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 October 14, 2003 • Page 3 Applicant Response: All landscaping along Day Creek is per the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan. Washingtonia Robusta and Pyrus Calleryana are planted alternately at 25 feet O.C. spacing in opposite rows. This matches the city proposed landscape palette at the mall. The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be "designed especially for the site-and the setting within the Community Plan. Applicant Response: We believe that we have accomplished this. With the Italianate architectural vocabulary applied consistently to the apartment and accessorybuildings, the strong north/south and easUwest pedestrian paseo systems, and the Italianate landscape palette and design, this will be a "special place". The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the SCE corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. Applicant Response: Walkways have been designed with circulation and linkages in mind. The main corridor through the site connects to the walkway at Day Creek and ends at the Southern California Edison corridor. Pilasters and a pedestrian gate accentuate the Southern California Edison corridor. • k) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis - should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. Applicant Response: Trellises have been located at areas with a higher degree of usage by the residents. While trellises are an important design feature for accentuating a path, we feel that the same emphasis can also be achieved by the use of formal clipped hedges which also pronounce the linearity if a path. Also, due to the use of the node element with focal point, the need for vertical enhancement is eliminated. Many othersite features such as BBO areas and carports include a trellis feature either for screening, privacy, or aesthetics. All trellises shall be covered with vines. The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. Applicant Response: A Tot Lot and an exercise station have been added to enhance the family environment. Both of these elements are located along the main arterial corridornear the pool area. This location is the best within the site due to the grouping of activity in this Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review all applicant revisions based on previous comments (as noted above) and provide guidance to the applicant for any final modifications, or recommendations for Planning Commission Approval. Attachment • Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Debra Meier DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS ® 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier September 2, 2003 •DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 319 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 12.85 acres of land in the Mixed Use/High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. Project Density: 24.8 dwelling units per acre Design Parameters: The proposed project is within the southern portion of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Planned Community. The land use designation north of the site is Mixed Use/High Density Residential, and south of the site is Mixed Use/Regional-related Office-Commercial. The Southern California Edison transmission corridor and Day Creek Flood Control Channel form the western boundary of the site, and Day Creek Boulevard (which has been rough graded) will form the east boundary of the site. Land Use on the east side of Day Creek Boulevard encompasses the Victoria Gardens Regional Mall. The proposed project interfaces on the north boundary with another Fairfield apartment project (Regency Centers/DRC2003-00617). Access via a proposed private street is provided along the south boundary, which is shared with the proposed commercial development. Access into Meritage from the south boundary is a resident-only entrance gated, operated by a card-key. The primary entrance into the project is from Day Creek Boulevard. , This project was before the Planning Commission as a workshop on May 14, 2003 (minutes attached) to review the proposed project in conjunction with the Victoria Arbors design guideless for Multi-family development; and before the Design Review Committee on July 1, 2003 (action attached) to review progress on the architectural design and project theme. The Committee previously encouraged the applicant's to utilize wrought-iron (or decorative tubular steel) for porch and balcony railings that would vary in design across the face of the building; and that stone be used "generously" on this architectural theme. Mertiage is comprised of eight, three-story structures designed around an auto-court concept with an Italianate theme. In accordance with the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines, the design features within the project include the variation in window treatment, balcony detailing, and the definition of individual outdoor space. Stone has been introduced on various components of the building elevation to provide variety and texture to the building theme. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. , Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: 1. Architectural Icon Trellises: The Victoria Gardens Master Plan Design Guidelines state that trellises and arbors "are architectural icons within Victoria Arbors and must be included within multi-family projects.' Although trellises are included in the pool area, covered picnic areas, and a couple of other locations, none are found in the buildings themselves. Staff recommends that they be incorporated into building design. Staff would also recommend that they be used as major design elements in the landscape at primary project entrance at Day Creek Boulevard. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES ® September 2, 2003 Page 2 2. Elevations/Noise Attenuation: Special architectural design features will be required to attenuate traffic noise for residential units within 344 feet of centerline of Day Creek Boulevard. These features may include, but are not limited to, sound attenuation walls (rather than wrought iron fencing), lexan panels around private patios and balconies, dual glazed windows, sound baffling materials in exterior vents. Revise elevations as needed based upon recommendations of noise study (which has not been submitted yet). 3. Elevations: Provide 360-degree architecture to all sides of the buildings. Consistently, the applicant has proposed less architectural treatment to the "garage" sides of buildings despite their visual prominence throughout the project. Specific design elements that should be used include: ledger stone veneer, decorative metal railings under windows, shutters flanking windows, brackets under eave. 4. Site Plan: The building arrangement on the Site Plan does not meet minimum building separation standards in some cases. The applicant is proposing a concept of connecting the buildings with trellises to create that of an enclosed courtyard, thereby eliminating the building separation requirement, such as between Buildings 4 and 5 as shown on Sheet A-4). Staff believes that either the building must be truly connected or must meet the minimum standards as required by the Development Code. 5. Open Space: The project has been designed with 31 percent common open space; however, this is only 1 percent above the minimum standard. The project is also designed at the maximum building coverage allowed. Staff recommends additional open space be provided. 6. Recreational Amenity package: The applicant is required to provide no less than 10 recreation amenities, the following amenities are noted on the Landscape Plan: • Clubhouse 1 • PooUspa 1 • Outdoor entertainment pavilion 1 • Group BBO facility 1 • Putting Green 1 • Covered picnic/BBO nodes 5 The applicant has proposed receiving 5 credits forthe provision of 5 separate covered picnic nodes contrary to the Development Code standard. Staff recommends that the applicant be given fewer credits for the covered picnic nodes and provide additional amenities within the project. In addition, Staff would like the Committee to notice that the applicant has specifically not included any amenities that would satisfy the needs of children, even in the simplest form of large open turf play areas, which are typical of our large apartment facilities. Staff recommends that specific amenities be provided that focus on children's needs, such as tot lots. 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 accessory structures such as the carport and the mail kiosk should be trimmed and detailed in accordance with the architectural theme and style of the project. For example, the carport's painted steel tube columns are inconsistent with French Country theme. The same carport and mail kiosk design is proposed for both the Chambray (French Country) and Meritage (Italianate) projects. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES September 2, 2003 Page 3 2. Mail kiosk location unknown. Locate mail kiosk to be adjoining (on same side of drive aisle as) ample parking. The proposed location is an island that will force tenants to park and walk across drive aisle or illegally park within Fire Lane. Another alternative would be to include mailboxes as part of the Recreation Building. 3. Provide design details of perimeter fencing and walls, including the Day Creek Boulevard street frontage. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee provide specific direction pertaining to the items noted above, and direct the applicant to make the appropriate revisions prior to final Committee recommendation to the Planning Commission. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Christine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Debra Meier The Committee offered the following comments and recommended the following modifications to the project. The Committee requested that modifications be made and returned for further Committee ® review and approval. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6-inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this conditions should be avoided in the future. b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim; balconies, railings and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING e) The site plan appears to be very tightly designed, meeting minimum open space requirements (i.e. maximum building coverage). The concept of connecting buildings is typically not an acceptable alternative to meeting all building separation and building setback ® Code requirements. f) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the Italianate theme-the Landscaping should be colorful and intimate; details can also include amenities as mosaics and fountains. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES ® September 2, 2003 Page 4 g) The project entry statement lacks accent and the presence of a focal point. The clubhouse at the entry is a nice element, however, as you proceed onto the site there is no focal point. h) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the east side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). i) The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the Community Plan. j) The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the SCE corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. k) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis -should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. I) The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. `'J .. • ' Commissioner Stewart agreed that the quality of composition roofing material has been bettered over the years but she felt Mr. Trudeau's request for his house did not warrant support to change from tle to composition shingle. She noted that every house on his street is file and there is a strong community (neighborhood) identitywith tile. She felt that changing his roof would not be compatible or consistent with the neighborhood. Commissioners Macias and Fletcher agreed. Both also felt it might be necessary to address the Code to clarify when and if composition shingles would be acceptable for re-roofing. Chairman McNiel explained how historically the issue of roof materials evolved within the City. He recounted his own re-roofing decision and indicated his support for maintaining the direction of requiring file roofs on all new projects. He said he would not support Mr. Trudeau's request for his house because of the consistency issue with his immediate block. Mr. Buller thanked the Commission and Mr. Trudeau for their time and stated he will work with Mr. Trudeau on how he would like to proceed based on the discussion. ..... D. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 8.78 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density MultfFamiy Residental District (2430 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevarl, north of Foothill Boulevard. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 43. E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Multi-Famiy Residential District (2430 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevarl - APN: 201-201- 38, 41, and 42. Brad Buller, City Planner, explained the.workshop format and intent and introduced the applicant. The applicant and their representatives included Chuck Buquet of Charles Joseph Assoaates, Brian Hall of Architects Orange, and Dan Mitch of Fairfield Residental. Mr. Mitch provided an overview of the project along with some highlights of the project descxipton for the two projects. Debra Meier, Associate Planner, described to the Commissioners that the primary purpose for the workshop was to review the first multi-family project application that will be reviewed using the Victoria Arbors Master Plan guidelines for multi-famiy development. She stated the Design Review Committee had previously provided strong direction regarding the expectations for multi-family development in this portion of the community, including appropriate buffering between the multi- family housing project and the commercial properties on the south and the future medium density residental on the north; and that the guidelines make it clear that multi-famiy development should not have buildings that line up along the street, or are oriented in a rigid grid pattern, and thatthesite design should reflect acampus-like setting. She noted many of these desired elements were not rega d g Ithehnterpret lion ofhtese deshgn gu delines asurelated tot hesenspeo fic projectsmission Chairman McNeil requested comments from each Commissioner. _~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes ..' Commissioner Macias stated that the applicant should revisit the site design to avoid the "barracks" ® effect created by the building pattern and arrangement; and that it was important for the applicant to develop focal points within the project, particularly near primary project entries and from Day Creek Boulevard. projects of Ironwoeodhand Faerway PaPms orated n the vicinity of Millikeln Avenue andt6th Streetld The applicant, Mr. Mitch and his architect Mr. Hall, responded to Mf. Fletcher's questions by stating that the Chambray product is similar to the Irownwood/Fairway Palms projects, while the Meritage project is a new design that has evolved from experience in the City, as well as the provisions of the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. Commissioner Stewart indicated that both projects need architectural focal points that make the entries much more prominent. She believed the architecture theme does not incude all the required elements as outlined in the design guidelines and this would also include the details that are incorporated into the carports. She stated the courtyards should also be detailed in keeping with the Tuscan winery theme of the Vctoria Arbors. In addition, she thought the ske plan also needs to be assessed for further compliance with the Master Plan design guidelines. Chairman McNeil reiterated the concern pertaining to the "soldering" effect of the buildings along Day Creek Boulevard. He also expressed concern that the site plan layout has a predominance of open parking, and that even the focus of project entries is open parking spaces. Chairman McNeil also suggested that additional desigtn anaysiswas necessary to confotrm to the~tDesign Gu del ne~sand Mr. Buller provided some concluding remarks, and suggested that the applicant consider using 4 or 5-story buildings in order to free up open space and said that staff would look Gosely at the parking needs analysis within the project. ..... F. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2003-00427-THARALDSONDEVELOPMENTC.OMPANY- A request for the review of three separate four-story hotels buildings totaling 342 unfts, three office buildings totaling 15,000 square feet, a 6,000 square foot full-service day spa, a 6,000 square foot sit-down restaurant, and a 3,000 square foot general retail store on 14.75 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea.l2) of the Development Code located on the north side of 4th Street between Mission Vista Drive, Pittsburgh Avenue, and Richmond Place. APN: 0229-263-48. Brad Buller, City Planner, introduced the item and explained the Pre-Application Review process. Lang Madson, Regional Project Manager, Thareldson Development Company, introduced the project, indicating it was very preliminary in concept and that theywere searching for feedbackfrom the Commission on how the property should be developed. He also discussed the design with respect to sensitivity to existing and surrounding area. He commented that he and his company were committed to designing an upscale hotel site project. Carol Plowman, Senior Vice President for Lee and Associates, identified potential businesses and uses that would occupy the remaining buildings along adjacent 4th Street. Mr. Madson provided a modified site design that re-oriented the hotel buildings to reflect a "horseshoe" design rather than a "soldier' layout per staff recommendations. ~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:25 p.m. Debra Meier July 1, 2003 ENVIRONMENTALASSESSMENTANDDEVELOPMENTREVIEW DRC2003-00336-CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 8.78 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVLEOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mixed Use Hi Staff Comments: These lwo projects were presented as a Planning Commission Workshop on May 14, 2003 (mmutes of that meeting attached). The applicant has been working on revisions to the projects that not only respond to issues raised in the W orkshop, but also to details identified in the staff completeness letter dated April 29, 2003. The applicant has requested this meeting with the Committee to discuss only the arohitecturel detailing of the project as R relates to previous Workshop suggestions and the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The applicant will be presenting illustrations of architectural and site details for the Committee's conceptual review. The entire project application will return to the Cbmrriittee at a later date. sine data Is and makelapproprieteecommendations fo~the applicant's consideratio ral and other Deslan Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner. Debra Meier Staff reiterated to the Committee that the purpose of this meeting was only to review the archftecturel and site design details as R relates to meeting the intent of the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The entire project will return to the Committee for review at a later dete. The applicant reviewed the revisions to the Sfte Plan that have been made pursuant to comments provided at the Planning Commission Workshop, which was held on May 14, 2003, as well as comments provided by staff. Revisions include a realignment of the buildings along the street frontage, providing larger pockets of open space and utilizing the recreation buildings as project focal points, among other modifications. The Committee encouraged the applicant to explore an open fencing design along Day Creek withlno fencng or the use of wrought igronl fenc ng between block columhnscould include segments The two projects feortion~features aro Frentch I Country Mhemee utiThe aComlmitteethprovided the Chambray p recommendations to the applicant for further enhancements to each theme: DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 AND DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES Juty 1, 2003 Page 2 Italianate -The Committee recommended that the porch and balcony railing elements are wrought iron (or tubular steel) and vary in design across the building elevation. In addition, the committee encouraged the applicant to be generous with the use of stone on this theme type. French Country -They concurred with the applicants presentation of the French Country theme, however they recommended that the fireplaces be completely clad in stone. The Committee concurred with staff, in that the applicant has made significant and notable progress on the site layout and architectural themes utilized in the projects. The applicant will be preparing a resubmittal to staff to respond to all completeness issues and comments, and the project will return for complete review by the Committee at a future date. C, DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier October 14, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 270 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 11.34 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201- 38, 41,42. Background: This project has previously been before the Committee on September 2, 2003, the Design Review Comments from that meeting are attached, including the description of the project and the related design parameters. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. The comments are referenced in the same order as the Design Review Committee Action of September 2, 2003. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6 inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this conditions should be avoided in the future. Applicant Response: The reason that the stone stops 6 inches above the adjacent grade is • that the California Building Code requires that the weep screed, located at the bottom of the stone, be 4 feet minimum above adjacent grade to allow water trapped within the wall to escape. We will pursue a variance with the building official to allow the stone to continue down to grade. b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim, balconies, railings, and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. Applicant Response: The vocabulary is very appropriate for the French Country style. The shutters, window surrounds and sills, high roof pitches, tight rakes, awnings and stone chimneys are all appropriate to this palette. The main comment that we addressed of the meeting was the addition of full height stone to the chimney elements. Per my notes, the main issue discussed on this project, Chambray, was a concern about the color blocking. We have re-colored these and can bring them in for your review. We did discuss the consistent application of the Architectural vocabulary to the site and its structures as well. c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. Applicant Response: On both of these projects we propose a storefront and glass assembly that mounts behind the guardrail and is not perceivably different than the standard guardrails. We can provide a photograph of this application (we used this on the Lewis project Del Mar 11, it is virtually un-noticeable). • d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES October 14, 2003 • Page 2 Applicant Response: We discussed carports to a great extent. We have investigated the following options: Planting vines at the columns (this is not practical because of the footings at the columns), painting the columns with a texture coating, and installing wood trim to wrap the steel columns. We can do what ever you desire..The mailbox kiosk has the steeper roof pitch and the same materials and colors to tie it closely to the Clubhouse (see item `;l"below for discussion on new location). The trash enclosure has a heavy trellis that ties to the trellis structures on the apartment buildings and the arbors that flank the main entry. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING a) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the French Country theme. Applicant Response: The planting palette has been altered significantly to reflect the characteristics of the French wine country. Color is provided as an accent and abundantly in ground cover areas. Formal `nodes" punctuate the site at significant intersections of the path of travel tying the country garden to the more characteristic French garden of the renaissance (the original inspiration for `country"gardens). Pronounced with accent trees and colorful background shrubbery, these nodes form the basis of continuity throughout the site with fountains becoming the focal point of each node. b) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the west side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). • Applicant Response: All landscaping along Day Creek is per the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan. Washingtonia Robusta and Pyrus Calleryana are planted alternately at 25 feet O.C. spacing in opposite rows. This matches the city proposed landscape palette at the mall. c) The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the Community Plan. Applicant Response: We believe that we have accomplished this. With the French architectural vocabulary applied consistently to the apartment and accessory buildings, the strong pedestrian paseo system, and the formal French garden landscape palette and design, this will be a "special place': d) The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the Southern California Edison corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. Applicant Response: Walkways have been designed with circulation and linkages in mind. The main corridor through the site connects to the walkway at Day Creek and ends at the Southern California Edison corridor. Pilasters and a pedestrian gate accentuate the Southern California Edison corridor. • e) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis - should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. C~ J DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES October 14, 2003 Page 3 Applicant Response: The main entry to the site is enhanced via a pedestrian path covered almost entirely by a trellis. The clubhouse also has a similar trellis feature, as do the buildings. Carports will utilize a trellis feature to provide a visual screen along the sides at the vehicular path of travel. Every trellis used shall have vines attached to it, reinforcing the theme. f) Locate the mail kiosk adjacent tot the clubhouse, perhaps as an integral extension of the clubhouse building. Applicant Response: We have located this south of and in line with the clubhouse. It has been placed within a node along the formal east/west paseo and is very accessible. Its previous location was too dominant visually; we believe this location is more appropriate from a community standpoint. g) The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. Applicant Response: This site has the benefit of a 2001inear foot open space area. This area along with the pool and spa, group BBQ, and clubhouse provide for the family atmosphere desired for this area. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review all applicant revisions based on previous comments (as noted above) and provide guidance to the applicant for any final modifications or recommendations for Planning Commission approval. Attachment Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Debra Meier • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Debra Meier September 2, 2003 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 270 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 11.34 acres of land in the Mixed Use/High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201- 38, 41, and 42. Project Density: 23.8 dwelling units per acre Design Parameters: The proposed project is within the southern portion of the Victoria Arbors Village of the Victoria Planned Community. The land use designation north of the site is Mixed Use/Medium Density Residential, and south of the site is Mixed Use/High Density Residential. The Southern California Edison transmission corridor and Day Creek Flood Control Channel form the western boundary of the site, and Day Creek Boulevard (which has been rough graded) will form the east boundary of the site. Land Use on the east side of Day Creek Boulevard encompasses the Victoria Gardens Regional Mall. The proposed project interfaces on the south boundary with another Fairfield apartment project (Meritage/DRC2003-00336). Access via a proposed private street is provided along the north boundary, which is shared with the proposed Medium Residential development. Access into Chambray from the north boundary is aresident-only entrance gated, operated by a card-key. The primary entrance into the project is from Day Creek Boulevard. This project was before the Planning Commission as a workshop on May 14, 2003 (minutes attached) to review the proposed project in conjunction with the Victoria Arbors design guideless for Multi-family development; and before the Design Review Committee on July 1, 2003 (action attached) to review progress on the architectural design and project theme. The Committee concurred with the applicant's presentation of the French Country theme, however they recommended that the fireplaces be completely clad in stone (which the applicant has provided). Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: 1. Architectural Icon Trellises: The Victoria Gardens Master Plan Design Guidelines state that trellises and arbors "are architectural icons within Victoria Arbors and must be included within multi-family projects." Although trellises are included in building design, staff would also recommend that they be used as major design elements in the landscape at primary project entrance at Day Creek Boulevard. 2. Elevations/Noise Attenuation: Special architectural design features will be required to attenuate traffic noise for residential units within 344 feet of centerline of Day Creek Boulevard. These features may include, but are not limited to, sound attenuation walls (rather than wrought iron fencing), lexan panels around private patios and balconies, dual glazed windows, sound baffling materials in exterior vents. Revise elevations as needed based upon recommendations of noise study (which has not been submitted yet). DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATE ® September 2, 2003 , Page 2 3. Open Space: The project has been designed at the minimum 30 percent common open space requirement; however, is at the maximum density and maximum building coverage allowed. Staff recommends additional open space be provided. 4. Recreational Amenity package: The applicant is required to provide no less than 10 recreation amenities. The project is deficient by 5 amenities according to the Landscape Plan. Staff recommends that specific amenities be provided that focus on children's needs, such as tot lots. The space noted as "large group BBO area," located within the lower left-hand corner of the pool deck, needs further clarification of the facilities provided within that area that are differentiated from the surrounding pool deck. 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 accessory structures such as the carport and the mail kiosk should be trimmed and detailed in accordance with the architectural theme and style of the project. For example, the carport's painted steel tube columns are inconsistent with French Country theme. The same carport design is proposed for both the Chambray (French Country) and Meritage (Italianate) projects. 2. Relocate mail kiosk to be adjoining (on same side of drive aisle as) ample parking. The proposed location is an island that will force tenants to park and walk across drive aisle or illegally park within Fire Lane. Another alternative would be to include mailboxes as part of the recreation building. 3. Provide design details of perimeter fencing and walls, including the Day Creek Boulevard street frontage. Design should incorporate noise attenuation features as recommended by noise study. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee provide specific direction pertaining to the items noted above, and direct the applicant to make the appropriate revisions prior to final Committee recommendation to the Planning Commission. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Debra Meier The Committee offered the following comments and recommended the following modifications to the project. The Committee requested that modifications be made and returned for further Committee review and approval. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS: a) The stone veneer must be carried all the way the ground. Staff has observed that wherever stone is used within the existing Fairfield projects, Ironwood and Fairway Palms, that it stops approximately 6-inches above the ground and hangs in a suspended fashion; this conditions should be avoided in the future. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATE September 2, 2003 ® Page 3 '~I b) The architectural details still do not exemplify the criteria established by the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Details of window trim; balconies, railings and similar building elements are not adequately detailed or defined. The Committee encouraged the generous use of stone veneer throughout the project. c) Provide a typical elevation of the application of the noise attenuation methods (i.e. the Lexan panels) for the units that face Day Creek Boulevard. d) Detail all on-site structures (such as mail kiosks, carports, trash enclosures, shade and trellis structures, etc.) in accordance with the theme of the project. SITE PLANNING and LANDSCAPING e) The Landscape palette should be reflective of the French Country theme. f) The Landscaping along Day Creek Boulevard should match the design on the east side of the street (i.e. the Regional Mall). g) The Victoria Arbors Village and the adjacent Victoria Gardens regional mall should be a 'special place' incorporating the unique design guidelines of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. Building product shall be designed especially for the site and the setting within the ® Community Plan. h) The pedestrian circulation, both internally and externally, should be more cohesive and deliberate; including pedestrian linkage to the regional trail within the SCE corridor, the Day Creek Boulevard walkways that allow circulation throughout the Village. i) The Victoria Arbors icon -the trellis - should be incorporated along the pedestrian pathways to identify and define the prominent pathways. Unique lighting opportunities can also be incorporated to provide a unique pedestrian experience. j) Locate the mail kiosk adjacent tot the clubhouse, perhaps as an integral extension of the clubhouse building. k) The recreation amenities within the project shall be more reflective of the family environment, which is anticipated within the Victoria Arbors Village. -. • ' Commissioner Stewart agreed that the quality of composition roofing material has been bettered over ® the years but she felt Mr. Trudeau's request for his house did not warrant support to change from file to composition shingle. She noted that every house on his street is file and there is a strong community (neighbofiood) identity with tile. She felt that changing his roof would not be compatible or consistent with the neighborhood. Commissioners Macias and Fletcher agreed. Both also feR it might be necessary to address the Code to clarify when and if composition shingles would be acceptable for re-roofing. Chairman McNiel explained how historically the issue of roof materials evolved within the City. He recounted his own re-roofing decision and indicated his support for maintaining the direction of requiring file roofs on all new projects. He said he would not support Mr. Trudeau's request for his house because of the consistenq issue with his immediate block. Mr. Buller thanked the Commission and Mr. Trudeau for their time and stated he will work with Mr. Trudeau on how he would like to proceed based on the discussion. ..... D. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW _DRC2003-00336 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 8.78 ecres of land in the Mixed Use High Density MulttFamiy Residential District (2430 dwelling unHs per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 43. E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00337 - CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and assocated recreation facilities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Multi-Famiy Residential District (2430 dwelling units per acre) within the victoria Arbors Master Plan, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 201-201- 38, 41, and 42. Brad Buller, City Planner, explained the workshop format and intent and introduced the applicant. The applicant and their representatives included Chuck Buquet of Charles Joseph Associates, Brian Hall of Architects Orange, and Dan Mitch of Fairfield Residential. Mr. Mitch provided an overview of the project along with some highlights of the project description for the two projects. Debra Meier, Associate Planner, described to the Commissioners that the primary purpose for the workshop was to review the first multi-famiy project application that will be reviewed using the Victoria Arbors Master Plan guidelines for multi-family development. She stated the Design Review Committee had previousy provided strong direction regarding the expeditions for multi-family development in this portion of the community, inducting appropnate buffering between the multi- famiy housing project and the commercial properties on the south and the future medium density residential on the north; and that the guidelines make it Gear that multi-famiy development should not have buildings that line up along the street, or are oriented in a rigid grid pattern, and that the site design should reflect acampus-like setting. She noted many of these desired elements were not reflected in the project application. She said staff would like direction from the Commission regarding the'interpretation of these design guidelines as related to these spedflc projects. Chairman McNeil requested comments from each Commissioner. _~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes Commissioner Macias stated that the applicant should revisit the site design to avoid the "barracks" effect created by the building pattern and arrangement; and that it was important for the applicant to develop focal points within the project, particularly near primary project entries and from Day Creek ' Boulevard. Commissioner Fletcher asked the applicants to describe any similarities to the existing Fairfield projects of Ironwood and Fairway Palms located in the vicinity of Milliken Avenue and 6th Street. The applicant, Mr. Mitch and his architect Mr. Hall, responded to Mr. Fletcher's questions by stating that the Chambrey product is similar to the Irownwood/Fairway Palms projects, while the Meritage project is a new design that has evolved from experience in the City, as well as the provisions of the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. Commissioner Stewart indicated that both projects need architectural focal points that make the entries much more prominent. She believed the architecture theme does not include all the required elements as outlined in the design guidelines and this would also include the details that are incorporated into the carports. She stated the courtyards should also be detailed in keeping with the Tuscan winery theme of the victoria Arbors. In addition, she thought the ske plan also needs to be assessed for further compliance with the Master Plan design guidelines. Chairman McNeil reiterated the concern pertaining to the "soldering" effect of the buildings along Day Creek Boulevard. He also expressed concern that the site plan layout has a predominance of open parking, and that even the focus of project entries is open parking spaces. Chairman McNeil also suggestedttha additional des etn anatysiswas nnecessary to confomteto thehDesign Gu'del ne~s9~ ® Mr. Buller provided some concluding remarks, and suggested that the applicant consider using 4- or 5-story buildings in order to free up open space and said that staff would look closely at the parking needs analysis within the project. ..... F. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW DRC2003-00427-THARALDSONDEVELOPMENTCOMPANY- A request for the review of three separate four-story hotels buildings totaling 342 units, three ~ office buildings totaling 15,000 square feet, a 6,000 square foot full-service day spa, a 6,000 square foot sit-down restaurant, and a 3,000 square foot general retail store on 14.75 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 12) of the Development Code located on the north side of 4th Street between Mission Vista Drive, Pittsburgh Avenue, and Richmond Place. APN: 0229-263.48. Brad Buller, City Planner, introduced the item and explained the Pre-Application Review process. Larry Madson, Regional Project Manager, Tharaldson Development Company, introduced the project, indicating k was very preliminary in concept and chat they were searching for feedback from the Commission on how the property should be developed. He also discussed the design with respell to sensitivity to existing and surrounding area. He commented that he and his company were committed to designing an upscale hotel site project. Carol Plowman, Senior Vice President for Lee and Associates, identified potential businesses and uses that would occupy the remaining buildings along adjacent 4th Street. ® Mr. Madson provided a modified site design that re-oriented the hotel buildings to reflect a horseshoe" design rather than a "soldier" layout per staff recommendations. ~ May 14, 2003 PC Adjourned Minutes DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS ® 8:25 p.m. Debra Meier July 1, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00336-CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 210 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 8.78 acres of land in the Mixed Use High Density Residential District (24-30 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Arbors Master Plen, located on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard, north of Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-201-39 and 43. ENVIRONMENTALASSESSMENTAND DEVLEOPMENTREVIEW DRC2003-00337-CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A proposal to develop 387 apartment homes and associated recreation facilities on 15.41 acres of land in the Mixed Use Hi Staff C_ o~ These two projects were presented as a Planning Commission Workshop on May 14, 2003 (minutes of that meeting attached). The applicant has been working on revisions to the projects that not onty respond to issues raised in the Workshop, but also to details ident~ed in the staff completeness letter dated April 29, 2008. The applicant has requested this meetirig with the Committee to discuss only the architectural detailing of the project as R relates to previous Workshop suggestions and the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The applicant will be presenting illustrations of archftecturel and site details for the Committee's conceptual review. The entire project application will return to the COmrriittee at a later date. Staff RecommendetioPP Staff recommends that the Committeelicant's consideretionralgnd other site details and make a ropriate recommendations for the app' Design Revlew Committee Actlon: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner. Debra Meier Staff reftereted to the Committee that the purpose of this meeting was only to review the architectural and site design details as it relates to meeting the intent of the Victoria Arbors Design Guidelines. The entire project will return to the Committee for review at a later date. The applicant reviewed the revisions to the Site Plan that have been made pursuant to comments provided at the Planning Commission Workshop, which was held on May 14, 2003, as well as comments provided by staff. Revisions include a realignment of the buildings along the street frontage, providing larger pockets of open space and utilizing the recreation buildings as project focal points, among other modifications. The Committee encouraged the applicant to explore an open fencing design along Day Creek withlno fending or the use of wrought~9ron fenc ng between block columh~could include segmerds The two projects feature two distinct architectural themes. Meritage utilizes an Italianate theme and the Chambray Portion features a French Country theme. The Committee provided recommendations to the applicant for further enhancements to each theme: ® DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00336 AND DRC2003-00337 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES Juy 1, 2003 Page 2 Italianate -The Committee recommended That the porch and balcony reiling elements are wrought iron (or tubular steellicant to be'n enerous with the use'of'stonle onfithis theme rb~.the committee encouraged the app' g French Country -They concurred with the applicants presentation of the French Country theme, however they recommended that the fireplaces be completely clad in stone. The Committee concurred with staff, in that the applicant has made significant and notable progress on the site layout and architectural themes utilized In the projects. The applicant will be preparing e resubmittal to staff to respond to all completeness issues and comments, and the project will return for complete review by the Committee at a future date. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:00 p.m. Donald Granger October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00492 -THE WILLIAM FOX GROUP - A request to construct aone-story 12,768 square foot office building on 1.29 acres of land in the Neighborhood Commercial District, located on the south side of Lemon Avenue, approximately 715 feet west of Haven Avenue - APN: 0201-262-48. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Design Parameters: The project site is located on the south side of Lemon Avenue, west of the Chaffey Plaza. The project site originally was proposed for aself-serve car wash, but was never approved due to the neighboring residents' concern over the potential impacts of noise, security and traffic. The proposed office building has been designed to respect the existing architectural style of Chaffey Plaza with tower elements that have the same roof material and form as the buildings to the east, thereby providing an architectural link to the rest of the center. At the building entrances and tower features, the proposed project has been designed with stacked stone at the base and columns and decorative file accents. Foam arches with keystones accent the windows, and columns project 2 feet out from the wall plane providing articulation and shadow. The wall on the west property line will be extended to 6 feet, as measured from the east side, to provide adequate screening for the adjacent single-family homes. The developer will be conducting a neighborhood meeting on October 7, 2003. 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: There are no major issues. The applicant has worked diligently with Staff to resolve all 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. 1. Delete the outdoor lunch area at northwest corner of building in order and replace with landscape planter. Development has been designed, and parked, for offices, not restaurants. If an outdoor lunch area is desired for employees, then it should be located in a more private location, away from the main project driveway entrance. 2. The streetscape should continue the same plant palette as the adjoining Chaffey Plaza. 3. The decorative pavement treatment should match the adjoining Chaffey Plaza. 4. The downcast lighting should be decorative and complement the architectural style of the building. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review the project and recommend review and approval by the Planning Commission. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00492-THE WILLIAM FOX GROUP October 14, 1003 • Page 2 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Donald Granger • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:20 p.m. Alan Warren October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617 - REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. - A request to develop a retail shopping center consisting of multiple pads, including adrive-thru lane, and anchor tenants totaling 112,000 square feet of building area on 11.37 acres within the Victoria Arbors Market Place in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201- 39 and 44. Design Parameters: The site occupies a prominent location on the northwest corner of the Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards intersection entry to the Regional Mall site. The intersection has been designated as an Activity Center within the Foothill Boulevard Districts and Day Creek Boulevard design policies. As such, special streetscape features are required with the Center. A major shopping center of 45 acres is proposed opposite this site on the south side of Foothill Boulevard and a shopping center extension of the Mall complex is proposed on the northeast corner. Multiple family residential projects are anticipated north of the site. The site is adjacent to a multiple family residential site along its north boundary. The Victoria Arbors Plan calls for a private road to divide the two uses. An extension of Victoria Garden Lane borders the center along its north property line. A service driveway continues westerly beyond an entry to the residential site to the rear of an anchor building. A 10-foot wide planter and a screen wall forms the boundary between the two uses. Each loading dock has its own screen wall to mitigate loading noise. A noise study indicates that these features should be sufficient to keep the noise levels • below significance as long as the loading operations are limited to day and early evening hours. During its review of the shopping center proposed for the northeast corner of Foothill and Day Creek Boulevards, the Design Review Committee determined that the Activity Center improvements should extend along Foothill Boulevard from the intersection to the I-15 Freeway. With this in mind, staff suggested to the applicant to use a similar design westerly along Foothill Boulevard. The Activity Center improvements will extend from the intersection to the second driveway (to the utility corridor). The corner plaza duplicates the corner treatment called out in the City's Day Creek Boulevard Landscape Theme. A stairway leads from the plaza a street level up to the parking area, which encourages pedestrian traffic in the Activity Center. The architecture exhibits a winery style with standing seam metal roofs (slate gray) and wall accents (copper metallic), and including trellis structures along the building facades. Fabric "terra cola" colored awnings are called out for the small inline tenant spaces of the main buildings. A 360° architecture has been provided. Staff believes the style presented is appropriate for the site and general area. Three Route 66 icons are proposed along Foothill Boulevard near the corner plaza. These designs appear appropriate in size (10 feet 5 inches - 9 feet tall) and character (painted aluminum and ceramic tile) for addition to the Activity Center. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: None -the applicant has worked diligently with staff. 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 Day Creek Boulevard entry should receive the same level of design treatment as the Foothill Boulevard entry. This can be accomplished byextending the decorative paving, and possibly the accent trees, to southeast corner of Major 1, and by incorporating the circular pattern at the first on-site intersection. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00671 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. October 14, 2003 • Page 2 2. In keeping with the use of Mexican Fan Palms throughout areas of the Mall, staff has recommended that these Palms, instead of the London Plane trees, be used as a thematic backdrop just behind the double row of Crape Myrtles of the Activity Center. The Committee may wish to discuss this landscaping feature as it applies to the site and the surrounding area. 3. Wall Signs -Reduce the overall size of the signs for "in-line" shop tenants, and Pad buildings, from 30-36 inches high to 18 inches. As proposed, there is no difference between Majors 2, 3, and 4 and the small shop tenants. The following sign hiearchy is typical in existing centers: Ma'or Anchor Ma'or 1 -Circuit Ci 48 inches maximum Sub-Ma'or Anchor Majors 2, 3, 4 24-36 inches maximum Sho Tenants. 14-18 inches maximum Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Screen parking areas from public view with mounding, landscaping, low walls, grade differentials, and building orientation. 2. Screen trash enclosures, ground-mounted equipment and utilities from public view. • 3. Avoid expanses of blank wall, devoid of any articulation or embellishment. 4. Integrate screening for roof-mounted equipment into the building design (i.e., extend parapet walls) rather than have a "tacked-on" appearance. 5. Paint roll-up doors and service doors to blend-in with main building colors. 6. Screen drive-thru lanes from public view by orienting the building and a combination of landscaping, berming, and low screen walls. Clearly delineate on-site pedestrian walkways with special pavement, landscaping, and lighting. 8. Provide buffer where site adjoins residential development; such as increased setbacks, height limited to one-story, dense landscaping. 9. Thirty percent of all trees are to be box size for commercial projects. 10. Provide one tree per every 3 parking stalls in parking lot. 11. Provide dense landscaping to screen unattractive views and features, such as parking lots, loading and storage areas, trash enclosures, freeway structures, utility equipment (i.e., transformers, meters, backflow valves), and air conditioning units. • Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that DRC2003-00617 be forwarded to the Planning Commission for approvalsubject to the recommendations contained in these comments. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00671 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. October 14, 2003 • Page 3 Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Alan Warren • n U DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 8:40 p.m. Emily W imer October 14, 20038 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002-00116 -EAGLE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP - A requestto development of a 25,622 square footwarehouse in Industrial District, Subarea 13 on a 1.25 acre site, located at 9275 Charles Smith Avenue - APN: 0229-283-02. Desiqn Parameters: The project is situated located on the east side of Charles Smith Road on approximately 1.25 acres of vacant land. The project is bordered to the east by the I-15 freeway, to the south by Cardlock filling station, and to the north by an industrial warehouse building. The building is a 25,622 square foot speculative warehouse and includes a 5,104 square foot mezzanine. The applicant has asked to modify the approved exterior building materials. The original material, Travertine stone, was approved by the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission in October of 2002. Since the approval, the applicant has submitted plans, which would change the exterior materials of the building. Staff informed the applicant that the change would require Design Review Committee approval. The applicant is proposing the second primary exterior material, Travertine Stone, be replaced with split-face block. The Travertine Stone is used along the west elevation facing Charles Smith Avenue. The majority of the building is painted tilt-up concrete. The proposal will change the exterior look of the building on all four elevations. The proposed change would also affect the • horizontal bands on the exterior of the building, which wrap around the entirety of the building. The original color proposed matched the tan travertine stone. The proposed split-face block would change the horizontal reveals to a gray hue similar to the painted concrete of original design. Plans and samples of Travertine Stone and split-face block will be available at the meeting. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee deny the request and uphold the originally approved exterior materials. Desiqn Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Emily Wimer DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 9:00 p.m. Emily Wimer October 14, 2003 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00732 - HIMES PETERS JEPSON ARCHITECTS - A request to develop nine multi-tenant industrial buildings, totaling 148,483 square feet, on 16.03 acres of land at the north and south sides of Jack Benny Drive, east of Rochester - APN: 0229-021-034, 54. Design Parameters: The project is located on the east side on Rochester Avenue, and will extend Jack Benny Drive to the east of Rochester Avenue. The site slopes approximately 2 percent. No existing trees are evident on site. The project involves the ultimate development of nine buildings, eight of which are proposed as multi-tenant light industrial. Distribution and storage area will be primarily located in Building 2 at the northeast section of the site, totaling approximately 83,750 square feet. This building (Building 2) will include 12 interior loading docks and consist of roll up metal doors on the exterior of the building. The remaining eight buildings will consist of office and manufacturing uses, of which also will provide smaller loading areas and roll-up doors for each tenant. For Building 2, the applicant is proposing interiortrailer parking bay units for the warehouse/storage building. The trailerstorage is proposed outside the building. This would accommodate the 50-foot minimum aisle dimension required for trailer manuevering. The northeast and southeast corners of Jack Benny Drive are required to provide a scenic community entry. The corners proposed include enriched paving, Date Palm trees, formal • streetscape and formal landscape arrangements. The applicant has met with staff to ensure that the theme of the Day Creek Scenic Corridor Master Plan has been met. A minimum 4 feet of landscaping on both sides of Jack Benny Drive and the sidewalk is required. The corridor also includes a 6-foot sidewalk on the west side of Jack Benny Drive and a 10-foot wide sidewalk on the east side. 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: Buildings 1, 3, and 4 -Sandblasted concrete material should be used more visible locations, such as pop-outs and higher bands, similar to Building 2. As proposed, the sandblasting is limited to a bottom wainscot around buildings where is will be hidden by cars and shrubs. 2. Buildings A, B, C, D and E -Significantly increase the amount of sandblasted concrete on pop-outs. These buildings are 33 percent taller (10 feet) than Buildings 1, 2 and 3; hence, need additional architectural enhancement. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. Because of the limited amount of planter area close to the designated employee eating areas, permanent shade structures and furniture shall be provided. Provide 2 large structures to accommodate the entryways on the north and south side of Jack Benny Drive. •, Smaller trellis structures may be used for the additional employee eating areas. 2. Because of the Utility Easement located on the north east property line, north of Jack Benny Drive, which does not allow for trees, shrubs provided shall be a minimum 15-gallon size, rather than the standard 5-gallon size. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00732 - HIMES PETERS JEPSON ARCHITECTS October 14, 2003 • Page 2 3. Provide private sidewalk connection at all driveway entrances from public sidewalk to building entrances. Said connection is missing at both easterly driveways. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: Paint roll-up doors to match building. 2. Provide appropriate street furniture in outdoor employee eating areas, such as tables, chairs and trash receptacles. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the proposed project subject to the recommendations contained herein. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Staff Planner: Emily Wimer • ,~~~