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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004/02/17 - Agenda Packet• DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTION AGENDA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart CONSENT CALENDAR Nancy Fong 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. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. 7:00 p.m. (Doug/Willie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16323 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The proposed subdivision of 4.27 acres of land into four parcels in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street -APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01001. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01001 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The master plan and design review of four two-story office buildings totaling 72,744 square feet on 4.27 acres of land in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street -APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16323. 7:20 p.m. (Doug/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00866 - PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT -The development of four one-story concrete tilt-up industrial buildings ranging from 18,270 square feet to 236,440 square feet for a total of 303,580 square feet on 12.91 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Sub area 8), located at the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Rochester Avenue, "Watson I-15 Business Center" -APN: 0229-121-37 • and 39; 40 and 41; and 43 and 44. DRC ACTION AGENDA February 17, 2004 • Page 2 7:40 p.m. (Doug/Willie) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16369 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to subdivide 4.23 acres of land into six parcels in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue -APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01007. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01007 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to develop six industrial buildings totaling 84,494 square feet on 4.23 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue - APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16369. (Doug/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00048 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to construct a recreational vehicle storage facility on 9.87 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner interchange of the 210 and 15 Interstate Freeways interchange-APN: 0228-011-31. 8:00 p.m. (Doug/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16769- HARMA MAGHAKIAN -The proposed subdivision of 1.46 acres of land into five parcels in the General Industrial District (Subareal), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street -APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Variance DRC2001-00155. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00154 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to construct three light industrial buildings (Building "A" - 6,033 square feet, Building "B" - 7,210 square feet, and Building "C" - 7,125 square feet) on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street -APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Variance DRC2001-00155 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. VARIANCE DRC2001-00155 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to reduce the building and landscape setbacks along 8th Street and Vineyard Avenue on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street -APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. • ADJOURNMENT • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16323 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The proposed subdivision of 4.27 acres of land into four parcels in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street - APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01001. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01001 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The master plan and design review of four two-story office buildings totaling 72,744 square feet on 4.27 acres of land in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street - APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16323. Design Parameters: The site is located on the east side of Haven Avenue, generally south of 6th Street, and is presently vacant with non-native, sparse vegetation covering the majority of the site. To the north of the site is Haven Building Materials supply yard. To the east is vacant land, and to the south is vacant land with the Trademark office/industrial park directly south. Across Haven Avenue, to the west, is vacant land. The land slopes to the south with a grade of 2 percent. Evidence of reoccurring discing for fire abatement purposes is evident. • The project consists of a master planned development of four office buildings. Buildings 1 and 2 front along Haven Avenue and are both 15,758 square feet. Buildings 3 and 4 are both 20,687 square feet, respectively. The buildings are rectangular and in a couple instances uniquely designed within the confines of the shape of the property. A striking feature of the project is an enhanced entry treatment, lined with Date Palm trees, that starts with decorative pavement entry and a public art water element and continues through the heart of the project culminating in a plaza between Buildings 3 and 4. Access into the project site is from Haven Avenue and the Winston Avenue terminus on the east side of the project. Additionally, the applicant has provided a vast amount of landscaping, art, and a landscape corridor between Buildings 3 and 4 for pedestrian convenience and accessibility with amenities (such as a BBO south of Building 1). The buildings have a rich 360-degree architectural theme that includes decorative details, recessed reflective glazing elements, stone like vertical veneers, metallic roof cornice (which gives the buildings a modern look), and other quality treatments to the professional office buildings. 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: None -Applicant has done a "splendid" job of addressing staffs earlier design concerns. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: • 1. No exterior downspouts are to be visible from the public right-of-way and project site. • • DRC ACTION COMMENTS SUBTPM16323 AND DRC2003-01001 - WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS February 17, 2004 Page 2 2. Incorporate lighting into the bollards as to strengthen the landscape design, and guide vehicles at the entryway of the project. 3. Distribute bicycle storage racks throughout the project by providing separate racks for Buildings 1 and 2. 4. Provide a decorative design for the wrought iron fencing around the outdoor employee area south of Building 1. Policy 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 the building elevations. 2. Double strip parking spaces per City standards. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project subject to the above-mentioned comments. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Doug Fenn There were no major issues pertaining to the project and the applicant was prepared with changes in compliance with the recommended secondary issues. The Committee enthusiastically recommended approval to the Planning Commission. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00866 - PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT -The development of four one-story concrete tilt-up industrial buildings ranging from 18,270 square feet to 236,440 square feet for a total of 303,580 square feet on 12.91 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 8), located at the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Rochester Avenue, "Watson I-15 Business Center" - APN: 0229-121-37 and 39; 40 and 41; and 43 and 44. Design Parameters: This infill site is located at the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Rochester Avenue. The site is the last remaining vacant parcel within the existing "Watson I-15 Business Center" industrial complex. The site was rough graded during construction of the surrounding industrial complex. To the north, across Arrow Route, is vacant land. To the east is vacant land; to the south are industrial buildings; and across Rochester Avenue, to the west, is an industrial center. The land slopes to the south with a fall of 17 feet. The infill industrial development contains four single-story industrial warehouse buildings, which range in size from 236,440 square feet to 18,270 square feet. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site will be off of Rochester Avenue, and Arrow Route is via Santa Anita Avenue. Additionally, the applicant has • provided an outdoor employees' area for each building with covered trellises. The buildings have a minimal amount of 360-degree architectural elements. The buildings do have rich detail at the primary entry points, but the remaining portions of the building are lacking the details. The building will have recessed bronze reflective glazing, and sandblasted concrete, with a multi color paint scheme. Over each primary entry way is a metal canopy. 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: Site Plan -Those truck trailer storage spaces proposed in a "parallel parking" arrangement are impractical because of the lack of space for turning movement. For example, the back-to-back spaces along the south side of Buildings C and D have trash enclosures at each end. The space at the southeast corner of Building F has landscape planters at each end. 2. Screening -The 9-foot screen wall for Building A is insufficient to screen trucks from Rochester Avenue. Typically, the City requires a 14-foot high screen wall by berming on the street side and/or depressing the grades of truck loading/storage area by 6 to 8 feet. 3. Architecture -Additional sandblasted concrete needs to be added on all sides of the buildings and additional attention should be addressed at secondary entryways, especially for Buildings A, C, and D, which front Rochester Avenue and Arrow Route. • 4. Provide decorative paving at all entryways into the project site. DRC ACTION COMMENTS DRC2003-00866 - PANATONNI DEVELOPMENT • February 17, 2004 Page 2 Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. 1. Landscaping should surround the trash enclosures. 2. Parapets are to be high enough so as to screen all roof mounted equipment.'The warehouse areas of the building do not appear to have sufficient parapet to screen any HVAC units. 3. Transformers should be screed by decorative concrete tilt-up wall. Policy 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 the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends redesign of the project and return before the Committee as a Consent Calendar item. • Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Doug Fenn At the meeting, the applicant provided some changes to the elevations on Buildings "A," "C," and "D," which front Rochester Avenue and Arrow Route in an attempt to address the design issues. The Committee reviewed the revised changes and recommended that stronger elevations enhancement were needed. The Committee directed the applicant to work with staff on the following issues and bring the item back as consent calendar item: Further enhancement for Building "A" as it fronts on Rochester Avenue. The Committee suggested that the pop out elements should come out at least 3 feet and that more sandblasting was needed. The Committee did not approve the relocation of the truck trailer storage for Building "D" as shown by the applicant at the meeting. The Committee was satisfied with the height of the screen wall along Rochester Avenue. The Committee required further enhancement to the existing scored pattern exposed aggregate entryways. n U • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16369 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to subdivide 4.23 acres of land into six parcels in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue -APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01007. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01007 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to develop six industrial buildings totaling 84,494 square feet on 4.23 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue -APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16369. Design Parameters: The site is surrounded by industrial development to the north, south, and east. A utility corridor containing power transmission lines, and the Day Creek flood control channel exists to the west. Evidence of reoccurring discing for fire abatement purposes is evident. The site presently drains from the northwest to the southwest, with an overall fall of 2 to 3 feet. The infill industrial development contains six small sized buildings, which range in size from 9,526 square feetto 19,617 square feet. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive forthe intended use. Access into the project site is via Santa Anita Avenue. Additionally, the applicant has • provided an outdoors employees' area for the project. The project also has an associated parcel map for each building and associated parking. The buildings have a 360-degree architectural theme that includes decorative details, recessed blue reflective glazing, and sandblasted concrete, with a multi color paint scheme. Over each primary entry way is a metal clad canopy with steel suspension rods. Note: All elevations of Building 6 are drawn incorrectly and would actually be a reverse of that shown. 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: Architecture -Additional sandblasted concrete needs to be added higher up at all primary entryways, and should be added at secondary entrances. The sandblasted concrete shown is limited to a band around the base of the buildings where it will be hidden by cars and landscaping. 2. Landscaping -Planters need to be added along the entire north, south, and west property lines. The diamond-shaped tree wells do not meet Code standard for a continuous 5-foot perimeter landscaped strip (RCMC 17.12.030.A.11.band 17.30.040.E.4.c). 3. In addition, one tree per each 3 parking stalls is required to shade parking spaces along the west side of Buildings 3 and 4 (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.a and 17.30.040.E.4.a.). Also, one tree • per 30 linear feet of building face is required along the north, south, and west sides of Buildings 3 and 4 (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.a and 17.30.040.E.4.b). DRC ACTION COMMENTS DRCSUBTPM16369 AND DRC2003-01007 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES • February 17, 2004 Page 2 Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 5. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. 6. Parapets are to be high enough so as to screen all roof-mounted equipment. Transformers should be screened by shrubs. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be Incorporated into the project design without discussion: 3. Paint roll-up doors and service doors to match the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return as a Consent Calendar item. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong • Staff Planner: Doug Fenn The applicant showed revised elevation to the Committee. The changes to the design addressed the staff comments in the staff report: 1. Provided additional sandblasting at entryways. 2. Provided a 5-foot wide planter on perimeter property lines and landscaping around buildings, which were in compliance with City regulations. 3. There will not be exterior down spouts, and the parapet walls will be high enough to screen all roof-mounted equipment. The Committee recommended approval of the project. U • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00048 - CHARLESJOSEPH ASSOCIATES -A request to construct a recreational vehicle storage facility on 9.87 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner interchange of the 210 and 15 Interstate Freeways interchange - APN: 0228-011-31. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Doug Fenn The applicant requested that the Design Review Committee review the proposed revisions to the project. He presented revised plans that show the changes as required by the Committee at the January 20, 2004 meeting. The changes were: 1. A landscape planter is provided along the south property line. • 2. The applicant depicted the changes to the rear of the buildings with higher pilasters, the four decorative elements to be adjacent to each other in a row all facing the 210 Freeway on-ramp as it merges into the I-15 Freeway. 3. Additional trees at the north portion of the property and changes to the Conceptual Landscape Plan. The Committee recommended approval of the project to the Planning Commission with the condition that the design of the Landscape Plan shall be subjected to City Planner review and approval. n U • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16769 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN -The proposed subdivision of 1.46 acres of land into five parcels in the General Industrial District (Subareas ), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street - APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Variance DRC2001-00155. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00154 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to construct three light industrial buildings (Building "A" - 6,033 square feet, Building "B" - 7,210 square feet, and Building "C" - 7,125 square feet) on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street - APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Variance DRC2001-00155 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. VARIANCE DRC2-001.00155 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to reduce the building and landscape setbacks along 8th Street and Vineyard Avenue on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street - APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. • Design Parameters: The site is severely constrained by its small size and shallowness. This infill site is vacant with a stand of Eucalyptus trees along the north property line. The site is approximately 6 feet below the adjoining Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad (used by Metrolink) to the north. The site slopes to the south with a fall of less than 2 percent. To the east is the Cucamonga Creek concrete flood control channel. To the south, across 8th Street, are residential condominiums; to the west, across Vineyard Avenue, is a bar and automotive repair uses; and to the southwest is a small strip commercial center. This intersection is designated by the General Plan as a gateway that should feature an Entry Monument in similar Mission Revival forms and cobblestone walls as the existing Archibald Avenue/4th Street gateway. The project contains three small sized buildings, which range in size from 6,033 square feet to 7,210 square feet, and are similar to other industrial buildings along 8th Street. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site is off of 8th Street. Additionally, the applicant has provided an outdoors employees' area for the project. The project also has an associated parcel map for each building and associated parking. The stucco buildings include decorative details, recessed reflective glazing, metal seam roofing, fiberglass molding around windows, multi colored paint scheme, and slate the accents at the entryways. Building "A," which fronts the corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street, has a tower element. When you consider the existing development in the area, this project will be a major architectural improvement. • Variance: The applicant has requested flexibility from the required building and landscape setbacks along both street frontages. The small area and shallow depth of the site is similar to nearby properties on 8th Street for which the Planning Commission has granted setback variances. DRC ACTION COMMENTS SUBTT16769, DRC2001-00154, AND DRC2001-001 55-HARMA MAGHAKIAN • February 17, 2004 Page 2 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: Site Plan -The site is overdeveloped or poorly conceived as evidenced by these elements: L~ Location Site Plan Challen e Buildings A, B, C Does not comply with one tree per 30 linear feet because of the lack of lanters or lanters too narrow for the trees. Building A Trash enclosure has no landscaping to soften and creates a blinds of for drivers backin out of ad'oinin arkin stall. Building B Cannot count the space in front of the loading door on the west elevation as a parking stall. W by is a 5-foot walkway shown between the outdoor plaza and the loading zone? Trash enclosure has no landsca in to soften. Building C Angled loading zone is impossible for trucks to maneuver in/out. Angled parking space cannot be backed out of without making a multiple-point turn. No handica arkin s ace is rovided. Lot A, B, C North property line does not comply with the 5-foot minimum continuous landsca a stri . Lot A No stacking distance -vehicles exiting the project will block the on-site parking stalls. Outdoor plaza relegated to "left-over" space and has no shade trees or trellis. Lot B Does not comply with the landscape "island" at the south end of the arkin rows. Lot C No landscaping north of the parking spaces. Outdoor plaza relegated to "left-over" space and has no shade trees or trellis. 2. City Entry Monument -Redesign to be consistent with the General Plan requirement to use similar Mission Revival forms and cobblestone walls as the existing Archibald Avenue/4th Street gateway (Exhibit A"). Staff will make this a condition of approval. 3. Architecture -Provide larger areas of the 12-inch by 12-inch slate tiles as the second two primary exterior materials. This material will mostly be hidden by cars or landscaping as currently proposed along the base of the buildings. Also, additional design elements are needed along the north elevations of the buildings facing the Metrolink. Spandrel glass and material changes are recommended. 4. Landscaping -Only one tree is proposed on-site. Also, diamond-shaped tree planters must be • installed in the parking lots in order to shade at least 50 percent of the pavement and to satisfy the minimum City standard of one tree per each 3 parking stalls and one tree per 30 linear feet of building. DRC ACTION COMMENTS SUBTT16769, DRC2001-00154, AND DRC2001-00155- HARMA MAGHAKIAN • February 17, 2004 Page 3 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 block wall that is proposed along the north property line should be decorative and reflect the architecture of the buildings. 2. Parking Space #40 for Building C may conflict with the other adjacent parking spaces when a vehicle attempts to back out. 3. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. 4. The employee eating areas should have trellises and furniture that can withstand the Santa Ana winds. 5. Landscape needs to be provided around trash enclosures. 6. Parapets are to be high enough so as to screen all roof-mounted equipment. 7. Shrubs should screen transformers. Policy 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 and service doors to match the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return for further review by the Design Review Committee as a regular agenda item. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Doug Fenn At the meeting, the applicant attempted to explain how they had addressed many of the major issues. The Committee stated that the design issues outline under the major and secondary issues as listed in the report have not been addressed. The Committee specifically expressed that each parcel shall meet the parking requirements. The Committee stated that leasing the adjacent MetroLink land for outdoor storage and yard area would not be acceptable because the yard area would not be screened from view. The Committee instructed the applicant to redesign the project and work out the many technical issues with staff before rescheduling the project for a Design Review meeting. The Committee empathized with the applicant, but informed him that he was trying to do too much on a small piece of land. EXHIBIT "A" VINEYARD & 8T" ENTRY MONUMENT TREATlL1ENT • • ACCENT • PLAN ~ ~~~~ ~ ~ VERTICAL COLUMNAR TREES1 ~" \ LOW PLANTER WALL~1 ELEVATION ~ CONCRETE CAP f CITY LOGO (METAL . ~ PLATE OR TILE) ROCK IDENTITY WALL ~ SCALE: 1' : 3" SCALE: t' : 20' DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • February 17, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller Secretary • C~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER PLANNING DIVISION CONFERENCE ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTION AGENDA Committee Members: Rich Macias Larry McNiel Dan Coleman CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. • 7:00 p.m. (Emily/Willie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPSUBTPM16271-BINKERD-A request to subdivide one parcel into four separate parcels for single tenant industrial buildings on'2.20 acres of land, located in the General Industrial District (Subarea 6) at the west side of Utica Avenue, north of Jersey Street. APN: 0209-491-19. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-00785. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00785 -BINKERD - A request to develop four industrial buildings totaling 30,968 square feet on 1.95 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6), located on the west side of Utica Avenue, approximately 170 feet north of Jersey Boulevard -APN: 0209-491-19. Project is categorically exempt from Environmental Review per section 15332 of CEQA. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16271. 7:20 p.m. (Warren/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16118 - HENRY REITER -The subdivision of 5.12 gross acres of land into six parcels in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street -APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01038. \J DRC ACTION AGENDA February 17, 2004 Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01038 -HENRY REITER -The development of five industrial buildings totaling 47,831 square feet on 5.12 gross acres of land in the in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street - APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16118. 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 • u • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 P.M. Emily Wimer February 17, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16271 -BINKERD - A request to.subdivide one parcel into four separate parcels for single tenant industrial buildings on 2.20 acres of land, located in the General Industrial District (Subarea 6) at the west side of Utica Avenue, north of Jersey Street. APN: 0209-491-19. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-00785. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00785 -BINKERD - A request to develop four industrial buildings totaling 30,968 square feet on 1.95 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6), located on the west side of Utica Avenue, approximately 170 feet north of Jersey Boulevard - APN: 0209-491-19. Project is categorically exempt from Environmental Review per section 15332 of CEQA. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16271. Design Parameters: The applicant is proposing four separate light industrial buildings totaling 30,968 square feet. A parcel map has also been submitted to subdivide the property into four separate parcels. The proposed project is a total of four one-story light industrial buildings with square footage ranging from 6,780 to 8,000 square feet. Buildings 2 and 3 provide an employee eating area at the rear of the property. Buildings 1 and 4 provide an employee eating area at the front, abutting the main entries. Decorative entries are provided at both driveway entries on Utica Avenue. • The buildings will be constructed of tilt-up concrete and accented with sandblasted concrete and reflective glass at the office entries. Buildings 1 and 4 are similar in square footage and design, as well as Buildings 2 and 3, which are similar in square footage and design. All four are accented with metal beams and a strong accent color at the entries. Green reflective glass and clear anodized aluminum are proposed for all front office entries. 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: Design the office portion with additional architectural focus to project a formal entry statement. Extend the building plane at the entry of each building a minimum of 5 feet in height. Provide spandrel glass as an accent along all concrete wall panels in a repetitious style. 2. Consider relocating sandblasted concrete from the base of the building to somewhere higher up that will not be hidden by cars and landscaping. 3. The proposed site layout is very constraining and provides minimal landscape area. The parking spaces along the west elevations require one 15-gallon tree for every three parking stalls, a landscape "finger" island at the ends of the parking rows, and one 15-gallon tree for every 30 linear feet of the building. . 4. The ingress and egress between the buildings are not considered loading areas and are required to provide one 15-gallon tree for every 30 linear feet of the building. This area between the buildings is too narrow to provide adequate space for tree planting; maybe a vertical columnar species such as Leylandii Cypress would work. Perhaps the intent of the DRC ACTION COMMENTS SUBTPM16271 ANDDRC2003-00785-BINKERD February 17, 2004 • Page 2 standard could be met by clustering trees within the "finger" island at the west corners of the buildings. Provide planter areas and reduce the square footage of the building to accommodate the requirement. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. Additional landscaping shall be provided on the frontage of Utica Avenue to provide screening of on-site parking. This shall include berming at a minimum of 18 inches with additional 5-gallon shrubs and additional accent trees at the driveway entries. 2. Add decorative cap and smooth plaster finish to the existing block wall along the side property line. 3. The two planter areas shown on the side elevations of Buildings 2 and 3 shall provide low branching accent trees in order to meet the 1 tree per 30 linear feet minimum. 4. Provide sidewalk connection from Building 1 entry to the public sidewalk (similarto Building 4). Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: • 1. Roll-up doors shall be painted to match exterior building color. ' 2. Trash enclosure shall be designed with roll-up doors per the Development Code requirements. 3. Provide parking stalls with 12-inch curbs abutting planter areas for pedestrian/vehicular safety. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be redesigned and return as a Consent Calendar item. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Dan Coleman Staff Planner: EmilyWimer The applicant agreed to extend the building a total of 3 feet in height at each entryway. Also, landscaping was addressed by including additional half diamond tree wells at the rear elevation of each building. The 15-gallon trees required are to shade the parking spaces abutting the buildings. The applicant addressed the sandblasted concrete with an additional band located at the top portion of the building. This was illustrated on the plans at the meeting. The applicant agreed to the Secondary Issues, adding additional landscaping and a smooth plaster finish and trim cap along the side property line. The Committee agreed that one sidewalk • connection was enough. The Committee approved the project with the revisions to be presented at Planning Commission for approval. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 P.M. Warren Morelion February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16118 -HENRY REITER -The subdivision of 5.12 gross acres of land into six parcels in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street -APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01038. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01038 -HENRY REITER -The development of five industrial buildings totaling 47,831 square feet on 5.12 gross acres of land in the in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street -APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16118. Design Parameters: The project site has frontage on both Charles Smith Avenue and the I-15 Freeway (the 4th Street off-ramp for the I-15 Freeway begins here); hence, the site is visually prominent from the freeway. The site is a remnant grape vineyard that is primarily vacant with the exception of scattered grape vines and weeds. The site slopes southerly at approximately 1.5 percent and has previously been disced for weed abatement purposes. The surrounding properties include industrial development to the west, an automated commercial fuel station to the north, the I-15 Freeway to the east, and the I-15 Freeway/4th Street off-ramp to the south. The I-15 Freeway is approximately 6 feet higher than the site. • The applicant is proposing to subdivide 5.12 acres of land into six separate parcels and develop 5 industrial buildings. The buildings are proposed on Parcels 1 through 5 and range from 7,332 to 12,856 square feet in size. Parcel 6, at the south end of the site, is not proposed for development; however, the applicant has master planned the parcel to show future possible development. The five proposed buildings are designed with 3 separate architectural styles that include Buildings A and C, and Buildings B and D having similar designs. The buildings are designed to front on Charles Smith Avenue with separate access, parking, and loading areas. The loading areas are on the south side of each building away from public view. The buildings are afl constructed of painted tilt-up concrete with sandblasting incorporated as a second primary material. The sandblasting is primarily used on the office areas and on the tower elements on the east side of the buildings that are visible from the I-15 Freeway. Other elements on the buildings include vision and spandrel glass, and metal overhangs and canopies on Buildings A, C, and E. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: 1. The project is designed with the rear of the buildings facing the I-15 Freeway. To further enhance the portion of the buildings visible to the freeway, more use of architectural treatments such as spandrel glass and/or sandblasting should be added to the east elevations. In addition, the color elevations depict design elements that are not shown on the east elevations of the submitted Design Review Committee plans. The color elevations show horizontal variation along the east building planes that should be included in the building • designs. The color elevations also show a metal overhang on the east elevation of Buildings A and C that should be included in the building designs. Staff would assume that the horizontal variations and overhangs would also be incorporated on the north and south elevations where applicable. Color elevations will be available at the meeting for review. DRC ACTION COMMENTS SUBTPM16148 AND DRC2003-01038 February 17, 2004 • Page 2 Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Screen walls should be designed to include the related building two-tone paint design with sandblasting treatment. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: The wrought iron roll gates should include perforated sheet metal to help screen loading areas. 2. Outdoor employee eating areas should pre-cast concrete furniture, including tables, chairs, and trash receptacles. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the Design Review Committee forward the project to the Planning Commission for approval subject to staff comments. Desipn Review Committee Action: Members Present: Larry McNiel, Dan Coleman • Staff Planner: Warren Morelion At the meeting, the applicant's architect submitted revised elevations to address the above- mentioned major design issue. The architect described the addition of sandblasted tower elements with recessed areas at the southeast end of Buildings A through D to enhance them as seen from the I-15 Freeway. The tower element would also be wrapped around to the south side of each building for appearance purposes. In addition, the architect showed the conceptual location of sign areas for the project that included the potential for signs on the freeway side of the building. Staff has already informed the applicant that the sign area is conceptual only and that a Uniform Sign Program would be necessary for review and approval of sign type, size, and location in the future. The Committee was pleased with the revised elevations and recommended the project be forwarded to the Planning Commission for approval subject to the design comments listed above with the addition of the architectural revisions. L~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE • FEBRUARY 17, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m Respectfully submitted, Brad Secretary • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC•CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart CONSENT CALENDAR Nancy Fong 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. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. • 7:00 p.m. (Doug/Willie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16323 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The proposed subdivision of 4.27 acres of land into four parcels in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street -APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01001. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01001 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The master plan and design review of four two-story office buildings totaling 72,744 square feet on 4.27 acres of land in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street -APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16323. 7:20 p.m (Doug/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00866 - PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT -The development of four one-story concrete tilt-up industrial buildings ranging from 18,270 square feet to 236,440 square feet for a total of 303,580 square feet on 12.91 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Sub area 8), located at the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Rochester Avenue, "Watson I-15 Business Center" -APN: 0229-121-37 and 39; 40 and 41; and 43 and 44. ~~ DRC AGENDA February 17, 2004 Page 2 • 7:40 p.m. (Doug/Willie) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16369 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to subdivide 4.23 acres of land into six parcels in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue -APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01007. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01007 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to develop six industrial buildings totaling 84,494 square feet on 4.23 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue - APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16369. 8:00 p.m. (Doug/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16769- HARMA MAGHAKIAN -The proposed subdivision of 1.46 acres of land into five parcels in the General Industrial District (Subareal), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street -APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Variance DRC2001-00155. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00154 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to construct three light • industrial buildings (Building "A" - 6,033 square feet, Building "B" - 7,210 square feet, and Building "C" - 7,125 square feet) on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street -APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Variance DRC2001-00155 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. VARIANCE DRC2001-00155 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to reduce the building and landscape setbacks along 8th Street and Vineyard Avenue on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street -APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. 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, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on February 13, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. aw-- ll • lis.~ • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16323 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The proposed subdivision of 4.27 acres of land into four parcels in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street - APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01001. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01001 -WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS, LLP -The master plan and design review of four two-story office buildings totaling 72,744 square feet on 4.27 acres of land in the Haven Avenue Overlay District and Industrial Park District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 660 feet south of 6th Street - APN: 0210-081-26. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16323. Design Parameters: The site is located on the east side of Haven Avenue, generally south of 6th Street, and is presently vacant with non-native, sparse vegetation covering the majority of the site. To the north of the site is Haven Building Materials supply yard. To the east is vacant land, and to the south is vacant land with the Trademark office/industrial park directly south. Across Haven Avenue, to the west, is vacant land. The land slopes to the south with a grade of 2 percent. Evidence of reoccurring discing for fire abatement purposes is evident. The project consists of a master planned development of four office buildings. Buildings 1 and 2 front along Haven Avenue and are both 15,758 square feet. Buildings 3 and 4 are both 20,687 square feet, respectively. The buildings are rectangular and in a couple instances uniquely designed within the confines of the shape of the property. A striking feature of the project is an enhanced entry treatment, lined with Date Palm trees, that starts with decorative pavement entry and a public art water element and continues through the heart of the project culminating in a plaza between Buildings 3 and 4. Access into the project site is from Haven Avenue and the Winston Avenue terminus on the east side of the project. Additionally, the applicant has provided a vast amount of landscaping, art, and a landscape corridor between Buildings 3 and 4 for pedestrian convenience and accessibility with amenities (such as a BBO south of building 1). The buildings have a rich 360-degree architectural theme that includes decorative details, recessed reflective glazing elements, stone like vertical veneers, metallic roof cornice (which gives the buildings a modern look), and other quality treatments to the professional office buildings. 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: None -Applicant has done a "splendid" job of addressing staffs earlier design concerns. SecondaN Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: • 1. No exterior downspouts are to be visible from the public right-of-way and project site. DRC COMMENTS SUBTPM16323 AND DRC2003-01001 - WILLIAMS CHIAO ARCHITECTS February 17, 2004 • Page 2 2. Incorporate lighting into the bollards as to strengthen the landscape design, and guide vehicles at the entryway of the project. 3. Distribute bicycle storage racks throughout the project by providing separate racks for Buildings 1 and 2. 4. Provide a decorative design for the wrought iron fencing around the outdoor employee area south of Building 1. 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 the building elevations. 2. Double strip parking spaces per City standards. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the project subject to the above-mentioned comments. Design Review Committee Action: • Staff Planner: Doug Fenn Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00866 - PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT -The development of four one-story concrete tilt-up industrial buildings ranging from 18,270 square feet to 236,440 square feet for a total of 303,580 square feet on 12.91 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 8), located at the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Rochester Avenue, "Watson I-15 Business Center" - APN: 0229-121-37 and 39: 40 and 41: and 43 and 44. Design Parameters: This infill site is Located at the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Rochester Avenue. The site is the last remaining vacant parcel within the existing "Watson I-15 Business Center" industrial complex. The site was rough graded during construction of the surrounding industrial complex. To the north, across Arrow Route, is vacant land. To the east is vacant land; to the south are industrial buildings; and across Rochester Avenue, to the west, is an industrial center. The land slopes to the south with a fall of 17 feet. The infill industrial development contains four single-story industrial warehouse buildings, which range in size from 236,440 square feet to 18,270 square feet. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site will be off of Rochester Avenue, and Arrow Route is via Santa Anita Avenue. Additionally, the applicant has • provided an outdoor employees' area for each buildirg with covered trellises. The buildings have a minimal amount of 360-degree architectural elements. The buildings do have rich detail at the primary entry points, but the remaining portions of the building are lacking the details. The building will have recessed bronze reflective glazing, and sandblasted concrete, with a multi color paint scheme. Over each primary entry way is a metal canopy. 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: Site Plan -Those truck trailer storage spaces proposed in a "parallel parking" arrangement are impractical because of the lack of space for turning movement. For example, the back-to-back spaces along the south side of Buildings C and D have trash enclosures at each end. The space at the southeast corner of Building F has landscape planters at each end. 2. Screening -The 9-foot screen wall for Building A is insufficient to screen trucks from Rochester Avenue. Typically, the City requires a 14-foot high screen wall by berming on the street side and/or depressing the grades of truck loading/storage area by 6 to 8 feet. 3. Architecture -Additional sandblasted concrete needs to be added on all sides of the buildings and additional attention should be addressed at secondary entryways, especiallyfor Buildings A, C, and D, which front Rochester Avenue and Arrow Route. • 4. Provide decorative paving at all entryways into the project site. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-00866-PANATONNI DEVELOPMENT • February 17, 2004 Page 2 Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. 1. • Landscaping should surround the trash enclosures. 2. Parapets are to be high enough so as to screen all roof mounted equipment. The warehouse areas of the building do not appear to have sufficient parapet to screen any HVAC units. 3. Transformers should be screed by decorative concrete tilt-up wall. 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 the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends redesign of the project and return before the Committee as a Consent Calendar item. • Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Doug Fenn Members Present: ~J • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16369 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to subdivide 4.23 acres of land into six parcels in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue -APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01007. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01007 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES - A request to develop six industrial buildings totaling 84,494 square feet on 4.23 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 14), located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue -APN: 0229-321-10. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16369. Design Parameters: The site is surrounded by industrial development to the north, south, and east. A utility corridor containing power transmission lines, and the Day Creek flood control channel exists to the west. Evidence of reoccurring discing for fire abatement purposes is evident. The site presently drains from the northwest to the southwest, with an overall fall of 2 to 3 feet. The infill industrial development contains six small sized buildings, which range in size from 9,526 square feet to 19,617 square feet. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site is via Santa Anita Avenue. Additionally, the applicant has • provided an outdoors employees' area for the project. The project also has an associated parcel map for each building and associated parking. The buildings have a 360-degree architectural theme that includes decorative details, recessed blue reflective glazing, and sandblasted concrete, with a multi color paint scheme. Over each primary entry way is a metal clad canopy with steel suspension rods. Note: All elevations of Building 6 are drawn incorrectly and would actually be a reverse of that shown. 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: Architecture -Additional sandblasted concrete needs to be added higher up at all primary entryways, and should be added at secondary entrances. The sandblasted concrete shown is limited to a band around the base of the buildings where it will be hidden by cars and landscaping. Landscaping -Planters need to be added along the entire north, south, and west property lines. The diamond-shaped tree wells do not meet Code standard for a continuous 5-foot perimeter landscaped strip (RCMC 17.12.030.A.1 i .b and 17.30.040.E.4.c). 3. In addition, one tree per each 3 parking stalls is required to shade parking spaces along the west side of Buildings 3 and 4 (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.aand 17.30.040.E.4.a.). Also, one tree • per 30 linear feet of building face is required along the north, south, and west sides of Buildings 3 and 4 (RCMC17.12.030.A.11.a and 17.30.040.E.4.b). DRC COMMENTS DRCSUBTPM16369 AND DRC2003-01007 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES • February 17, 2004 Page 2 Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 5. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. Parapets are to be high enough so as to screen all roof-mounted equipment. Transformers should be screened by shrubs. Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be Incorporated into the project design without discussion: 3. Paint roll-up doors and service doors to match the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return as a Consent Calendar item. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Doug Fenn • Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 8:00 P.M. Doug Fenn February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16769 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN -The proposed subdivision of 1.46 acres of land into five parcels in the General Industrial District (Subareal), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and Sth Street - APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Variance DRC2001-00155. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00154 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to construct three light industrial buildings (Building "A" - 6,033 square feet, Building "B" - 7,210 square feet, and Building "C" - 7,125 square feet) on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street - APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Variance DRC2001-00155 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. VARIANCE DRC2001-00155 -HARMA MAGHAKIAN - A request to reduce the building and landscape setbacks along 8th Street and Vineyard Avenue on 1.46 acres of land in the General Industrial District (Subarea 1), located at the northeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street - APN: 0209-013-15. Related Files: Development Review DRC2001-00154 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16769. • Design Parameters: The site is severely constrained by its small size and shallowness. This infill site is vacant with a stand of Eucalyptus trees along the north property line. The site is approximately 6 feet below the adjoining Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad (used by Metrolink) to the north. The site slopes to the south with a fall of less than 2 percent. To the east is the Cucamonga Creek concrete flood control channel. To the south, across 8th Street, are residential condominiums; to the west, across Vineyard Avenue, is a bar and automotive repair uses; and to the southwest is a small strip commercial center. This intersection is designated by the General Plan as a gateway that should feature an Entry Monument in similar Mission Revival forms and cobblestone walls as the existing Archibald Avenue/4th Street gateway. The project contains three small sized buildings, which range in size from 6,033 square feet to 7,210 square feet, and are similar to other industrial buildings along 8th Street. The buildings are rectangular shaped, which is conducive for the intended use. Access into the project site is off of 8th Street. Additionally, the applicant has provided an outdoors employees' area for the project. The project also has an associated parcel map for each building and associated parking. The stucco buildings include decorative details, recessed reflective glazing, metal seam roofing, fiberglass molding around windows, multi colored paint scheme, and slate file accents at the entryways. Building "A," which fronts the corner of Vineyard Avenue and 8th Street, has a tower element. When you consider the existing development in the area, this project will be a major architectural improvement. • Variance: The applicant has requested flexibilityfrom the required building and landscape setbacks along both street frontages. The small area and shallow depth of the site is similar to nearby properties on 8th Street for which the Planning Commission has granted setback variances. DRC COMMENTS SUBTT16769, DRC2001-00154, AND DRC2001-001 55-HARMA MAGHAKIAN February 17, 2004 Page 2 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: Site Plan -The site is overdeveloped or poorly conceived as evidenced by these elements: • Location Site Plan Challen e Buildings A, B, C Does not comply with one tree per 30 linear feet because of the lack of lanters or lanters too narrow for the trees. Building A Trash enclosure has no landscaping to soften and creates a blinds of for drivers backin out of ad'oinin arkin stall. Building B Cannot count the space in front of the loading door on the west elevation as a parking stall. W by is a 5-foot walkway shown between the outdoor plaza and the loading zone? Trash enclosure has no landsca in to soften. Building C Angled loading zone is impossible for trucks to maneuver in/out. Angled parking space cannot be backed out of without making a multiple-point turn. No handica arkin s ace is rovided. Lot A, B, C North property line does not comply with the 5-foot minimum continuous landsca a stri . Lot A No stacking distance -vehicles exiting the project will block the on-site parking stalls. Outdoor plaza relegated to "left-over" space and has no shade trees or trellis. Lot B Does not comply with the landscape "island".at the south end of the arkin rows. Lot C No landscaping north of the parking spaces. Outdoor plaza relegated to "left-over" space and has no shade trees or trellis. City Entry Monument -Redesign to be consistent with the General Plan requirement to use similar Mission Revival forms and cobblestone walls as the existing Archibald Avenue/4th Street gateway (Exhibit A"). Staff will make this a condition of approval. 3. Architecture -Provide larger areas of the 12-inch by 12-inch slate tiles as the second two primary exterior materials. This material will mostly be hidden by cars or landscaping as currently proposed along the base of the buildings. Also, additional design elements are needed along the north elevations of the buildings facing the Metrolink. Spandrel glass and material changes are recommended. ' 4. Landscaping -Only one tree is proposed on-site. Also, diamond-shaped tree planters must be • installed in the parking lots in order to shade at least 50 percent of the pavement and to satisfy the minimum City standard of one tree per each 3 parking stalls and one tree per 30 linear feet of building. DRC COMMENTS SUBTT16769, DRC2001-00154, AND DRC2001-00155-HARMA MAGHAKIAN • February 17, 2004 Page 3 Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: The block wall that is proposed along the north property line should be decorative and reflect the architecture of the buildings. 2. Parking Space #40 for Building C may conflict with the other adjacent parking spaces when a vehicle attempts to back out. 3. No exterior downspouts are to be visible on any of the buildings. 4. The employee eating areas should have trellises and furniture that can withstand the Santa Ana winds. 5. Landscape needs to be provided around trash enclosures. 6. Parapets are to be high enough so as to screen all roof-mounted equipment. 7. Shrubs should screen transformers. Policy 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 and service doors to match the building elevations. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return for further review by the Design Review Committee as a regular agenda item. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Doug Fenn Members Present: r~ f, J EXHIBIT "A" VINEYARD & 8T" ENTRY MONUMENT TREATMENT • • ACCENT PLAN VERTICAL COLUMNAR TREErS b I LOW PLANTER WALl1 ELEVATION CONCRETE CAP CITY LOGO (METAL PLATE OR TILE) ROCK IDENTITY WALL SCALE: 1' : 3' SCALE: 1' : 20' • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER PLANNING DIVISION CONFERENCE ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Rich Macias Larry McNiel Dan Coleman CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. NO ITEMS SUBMITTED PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input. 7:00 p.m. (Emily/W illie) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16271 -BINKERD - A request to subdivide one parcel into four separate parcels for single tenant industrial buildings on 2.20 acres of land, located in the General Industrial District (Subarea 6) at the west side of Utica Avenue, north of Jersey Street. APN: 0209-491-19. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-00785. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00785 -BINKERD - A request to develop four industrial buildings totaling 30,968 square feet on 1.95 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6), located on the west side of Utica Avenue, approximately 170 feet north of Jersey Boulevard -APN: 0209-491-19. Project is categorically exempt from Environmental Review per section 15332 of CEQA. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16271. 7:20 p.m. (Warren/Mark) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16118 - HENRY REITER -The subdivision of 5.12 gross acres of land into six parcels in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street -APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Development Review D RC2003-01038. ~I DRC AGENDA February 17, 2004 • Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01038 -HENRY REITER -The development of five industrial buildings totaling 47,831 square feet on 5.12 gross acres of land in the in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street - APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16118. 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, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on February 13, 2004, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. ~0 ~ O~ • • ~ DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 P.M. Emily Wimer February 17, 2004 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16271 -BINKERD - A request to subdivide one parcel into four separate parcels for single tenant industrial buildings on 2.20 acres of land, located in the General Industrial District (Subarea 6) at the west side of Utica Avenue, north of Jersey Street. APN: 0209-491-19. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-00785. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00785 -BINKERD - A request to develop four industrial buildings totaling 30,968 square feet on 1.95 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6), located on the west side of Utica Avenue, approximately 170 feet north of Jersey Boulevard - APN: 0209-491-19. Project is categorically exempt from Environmental Review per section 15332 of CEQA. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16271. Design Parameters: The applicant is proposing four separate light industrial buildings totaling 30,968 square feet. A parcel map has also been submitted to subdivide the property into four separate parcels. The proposed project is a total of four one-story light industrial buildings with square footage ranging from 6,780 to 8,000 square feet. Buildings 2 and 3 provide an employee eating area at the rear of the property. Buildings 1 and 4 provide an employee eating area at the front, abutting the main entries. Decorative entries are provided at both driveway entries on Utica Avenue. •~ The buildings will be constructed of tilt-up concrete and accented with sandblasted concrete and reflective glass at the office entries. Buildings 1 and 4 are similar in square footage and design, as well as Buildings 2 and 3, which are similar in square footage and design. All four are accented with metal beams and a strong accent color at the entries. Green reflective glass and clear anodized aluminum are proposed for all front office entries. 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: Design the office portion with additional architectural focus to project a formal entry statement. Extend the building plane at the entry of each building a minimum of 5 feet in height. Provide spandrel glass as an accent along all concrete wall panels in a repetitious style. 2. Consider relocating sandblasted concrete from the base of the building to somewhere higher up that will not be hidden by cars and landscaping. 3. The proposed site layout is very constraining and provides minimal landscape area. The parking spaces along the west elevations require one 15-gallon tree for every three parking stalls, a landscape "finger" island at the ends of the parking rows, and one 15-gallon tree for every 30 linear feet of the building. • 4. The ingress and egress between the buildings are not considered loading areas and are required to provide one 15-gallon tree for every 30 linear feet of the building. This area between the buildings is too narrow to provide adequate space for tree planting; maybe a vertical columnar species such as Leylandii Cypress would work. Perhaps the intent of the DRC COMMENTS SUBTPM16271 AND DRC2003-00785 - BINKERD • February 17, 2004 Page 2 standard could be met by clustering trees within the "finger" island at the west corners of the buildings. Provide planter areas and reduce the square footage of the building to accommodate the requirement. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Additional landscaping shall be provided on the frontage of Utica Avenue to provide screening of on-site parking. This shall include berming at a minimum of 18 inches with additional 5-gallon shrubs and additional accent trees at the driveway entries. 2. Add decorative cap and smooth plaster finish to the existing block wall along the side property line. 3. The two planter areas shown on the side elevations of Buildings 2 and 3 shall provide low branching accent trees in order to meet the 1 tree per 30 linear feet minimum. 4. Provide sidewalk connection from Building 1 entry to the public sidewalk (similar to Building 4). Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: • 1. Roll-up doors shall be painted to match exterior building color. 2. Trash enclosure shall be designed with roll-up doors per the Development Code requirements. 3. Provide parking stalls with 12-inch curbs abutting planter areas for pedestrian/vehicular safety. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be redesigned and return as a Consent Calendar item. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Emily Wimer Members Present: n U • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:20 P.M. Warren Morelion February 17, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16118 -HENRY REITER -The subdivision of 5.12 gross acres of land into six parcels in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street - APN:0229-321-21. Related File: Development Review DRC2003-01038. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01038 -HENRY REITER -The development of live industrial buildings totaling 47,831 square feet on 5.12 gross acres of land in the in the Industrial Park (Subarea 12) and General Industrial (Subarea 13) Districts, located on the east side of Charles Smith Avenue, at San Marino Street - APN: 0229-321-21. Related File: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16118. Design Parameters: The project site has frontage on both Charles Smith Avenue and the I-15 Freeway (the 4th Street off-ramp for the I-15 Freeway begins here); hence, the site is visually prominent from the freeway. The site is a remnant grape vineyard that is primarily vacant with the exception of scattered grape vines and weeds. The site slopes southerly at approximately 1.5 percent and has previously been disced for weed abatement purposes. The surrounding properties include industrial development to the west, an automated commercial fuel station to the north, the I-15 Freeway to the east, and the I-15 Freeway/4th Street off-ramp to the south. The I-15 Freeway is approximately 6 feet higher than the site. • The applicant is proposing to subdivide 5.12 acres of land into six separate parcels and develop 5 industrial buildings. The buildings are proposed on Parcels 1 through 5 and range from 7,332 to 12,856 square feet in size. Parcel 6, at the south end of the site, is not proposed for development; however, the applicant has master planned the parcel to show future possible development. The five proposed buildings are designed with 3 separate architectural styles that include Buildings A and C, and Buildings B and D having similar designs. The buildings are designed to front on Charles Smith Avenue with separate access, parking, and loading areas. The loading areas are on the south side of each building away from public view. The buildings are all constructed of painted tilt-up concrete with sandblasting incorporated as a second primary material. The sandblasting is primarily used on the office areas and on the tower elements on the east side of the buildings that are visible from the I-15 Freeway. Other elements on the buildings include vision and spandrel glass, and metal overhangs and canopies on Buildings A, C, and E. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: 1. The project is designed with the rear of the buildings facing the I-15 Freeway. To further enhance the portion of the buildings visible to the freeway, more use of architectural treatments such as spandrel glass and/or sandblasting should be added to the east elevations. In addition, the color elevations depict design elements that are not shown on the east elevations of the submitted Design Review Committee plans. The color elevations show horizontal variation along the east building planes that should be included in the building • designs. The color elevations also show a metal overhang on the east elevation of Buildings A and C that should be included in the building designs. Staff would assume that the horizontal variations and overhangs would also be incorporated on the north and south elevations where applicable. Color elevations will be available at the meeting for review. DRC COMMENTS SUBTPM16118 AND DRC2003-01038 February 17, 2004 Page 2 Secondarv Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Screen walls should be designed to include the related building two-tone paint design with sandblasting treatment. Policv Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be incorporated into the project design without discussion: The wrought iron roll gates should include perforated sheet metal to help screen loading areas. 2. Outdoor employee eating areas should pre-cast concrete furniture, including tables, chairs, and trash receptacles. - Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the Design Review Committee forward the project to the Planning Commission for approval subject to staff comments. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Warren Morelion • Members Present: DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTION AGENDA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Nancy Fong Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. 7:00 p.m. (Donald/Shelley) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00358 - PINEWAVE DESIGN AND ENGINEERING -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 6single-family lots on 1.68 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Base Line Road - APN: 1077-041-57. 7:10 p.m. (BrenUJoe) DEVELO Update f structures of land to Boulevard the Victor PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS PMENTREVIEW DRC2002-00840-WLC/PITASSIARCHITECTS- or the Committee Members of exterior changes for the parking associated with the 74,000 square foot Cultural Arts Center on 3 acres Gated on the south side of Church Street and east of Day Creek in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan and part of is Gardens Regional Center-APN: 0227-201-35. 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. 7:20 p.m. (BrenUJoe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01246 -AMC THEATER -The design review of elevations fora 12-plexMnlti-Cinema, 2 story 61,283 square foot movie theater (AMC) in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located in the Victoria Gardens Regional Shopping Center at the southeast corner of Cultural Center Drive and Kew Avenue -APN: 0227-201-35. 7:40 p.m. (Nancy/Joe) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617-REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. -A request to review minor changes and signs for anchor tenants within an approved 112,000 square foot Victoria Gateway Center, on 11.37 acres in the • Regional Related Office/Commercial and Mixed Districts of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. DRC ACTION AGENDA February 3, 2004 . Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Committee. State law prohibits the Committee from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Committee may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting: Comments are limited to five minutes per individual. ADJOURNMENT • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:00 p.m. Donald Granger February 3, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00358 - PINEWAVE DESIGN AND ENGINEERING -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 6 single-family lots on 1.68 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Base Line Road - APN: 1077-041-57. Background: At the January 14, 2004, Planning Commission Meeting, the Commission requested that the project be scheduled as a Consent Calendar item on the February 6, 2004, Design Review Committee agenda to review the final decorative driveway layouts. The Commission requested that each lot have a different driveway design. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the request. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, and Nancy Fong • Staff Planner: Donald Granger The Committee reviewed the project and recommend approval with the following conditions: The houses shall be plotted with substantial front setback variation, with a variation of +/- 5 feet, at a minimum. The final design shall be subject to City Planner review and approval during the precise Grading Plan submitted for plan check. 2. The colors of the stucco and ledge stone base shall vary on each lot in order to provide visual interest. Plans submitted for plan check shall indicate the required variations in the stucco color and ledge stone base. 3. A Model 2 Plan shall be plotted on Lot 1. 4. All Model 1 Plans shall have an additional architectural feature or site design, such as a front porch or a decorative driveway with unique scored lines, to provide variation in the streetscape. Plans submitted for plan check shall indicate the additional architectural feature. r1 \J • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:10 p.m. Brent LeCount February 3, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002-00840 - WLC/PITASSI ARCHITECTS -Update for the Committee Members of exterior changes for the parking structures associated with the 74,000 square foot Cultural Arts Center on 3 acres of land located on the south side of Church Street and east of Day Creek Boulevard in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan and part of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center-APN: 0227-201-35. Staff will present an oral report. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Cristine McPhail, Pam Stewart, and Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Brent Le Count The Committee was in agreement with the changes the applicant proposed for the Cultural Art Center Parking Garages, including changing the copper roof material to a copper colored roof material, reduction in the overall coverage of slate file on the tower features, and removal of the • arcade from the front (north side) of the western most structure. The Committee said that the changes would not have significant aesthetic impacts and the cost savings of making the changes well outweighs any aesthetic impact that may be argued to exist. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Brent LeCount February 3, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01246-AMC THEATER-The design review of elevations for a 12-plexMulfi-Cinema, 2 story 61,283 square foot movie theater (AMC) in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located in the Victoria Gardens Regional Shopping Center at the southeast corner of Cultural Center Drive and Kew Avenue - APN: 0227-201-35. Design Parameters: The AMC Theater building will be located towards the northeast corner of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center, east of the Cultural Arts Center. It, along with the Police Substation, a storage building, a restaurant and a shop building will occupy the block contained within Cultural Center Drive to the north, North Mainstreet to the south, Kew Avenue to the west, and Eden Avenue to the east. Because of its location, the AMC Theater will be visually prominent from the I-15 Freeway. The building walls are ordained with color and reveal patterns, articulation, and stone file wainscoting, including a long pergola that runs the entire length of the east elevation. The pergola provides visual relief and interest along the east side of the building and also extends north from the northeast corner of the building to lead patrons whom have parked in the north parking lot or the north end of the eastern parking lot (across Eden Avenue) to the entrance to the theater off North Mainstreet. The south and west sides of the building have adjoining buildings that will block views of these sides of AMC Theater, except along narrow corridors by movie patrons exiting rear doors of theater. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. • Maior Issues: The applicant's architect has worked diligently with staff over the past months to resolve major design issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Raise the parapet at the northeast corner of the building to create a vertical break in the north and east elevation to convey a tower like appearance. This will foster a 360-degree architectural quality. Staff is open to other methods of enhancing the northeast corner to avoid a boxy, back-door feel. 2. Change pergola (i.e., trellis) materials from metal to wood, and plant with climbing vines, consistent with the garden arbor design theme. Previous experience with metal trellis systems is that the metal becomes too hot for plants to survive. 3. Provide enhanced landscape and hardscape treatment adjacent to the northeast corner of the building to enhance the node function of the north end of the pergola relative to patron pedestrian traffic from the north and east. Provide a molding around the curved entry feature as well as a cornice along the top of the entry. The color shall be the same as that of the entry but of a darker shade. 5. Coordinate with the mall developer to provide decorative paving to enhance pedestrian walkways, which connect the site with the parking areas to the north and east. Also coordinate the provision of decorative paving within the main plaza area leading up to the • theater entrance on the south side of the building. 6. Building wall reveals shall be of sufficient width and depth to provide strong shadows to break up building surfaces into the square and rectangular shapes shown on elevations. DRC ACTION COMMENTS D R C2003-01246 -AMC TH EAT E R February 3, 2004 • Page 2 7. Eliminate the "AMC" sign on the north elevation. It will not be visible to a significant portion of the public and instead will be visible from future residential to the north. Furthermore, the other wall-mounted signs are three feet taller than similar wall signs that would be allowed elsewhere in the City so adequate business identification is provided without the northern sign. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee forward the project to the Planning Commission subject to the above comments and those of the Committee. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Richard Fletcher, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Brent Le Count The Committee recommends approval of the project subject to the following conditions to which the applicant agreed: 1. Provide a cornice along the top edge of the curved wall on the front entrance to the building and a minimum 1-foot wide molding around the glazed opening at the entry. Increase the overall height of the stone file wainscoting at the entry up to the base of the overhead canopy to foster a richer appearance. • 2. The Design Review Committee was in favor of the richer, less bright red color shown at the meeting on February 3, 2004. 3. Provide enhanced landscape and hardscape treatment adjacent to the northeast corner of the building to enhance the node function of the north end of the pergola relative to patron pedestrian traffic from the north and east. 4. Coordinate with the mall developer to provide a longer "carpet" hardscape treatment (darker area where fountain is) within the plaza leading into the AMC Theater entrance. The water feature shall also be enlarged to be more in proportion to the surrounding building massing and landscaping and size of the plaza. 5. Coordinate with the mall developer to provide decorative paving to enhance pedestrian walkways, which connect the site with the parking areas to the north and east. 6. Building wall reveals shall be of sufficient width and depth to provide strong shadows to break up building surfaces into the square and rectangular shapes shown on elevations. 7. Relocate the "AMC" sign on the west side of the north elevation to the east side. It is acceptable to enlarge the sign to 8 feet letter height consistent with the sign on the north end of the east elevation. Every effort shall be taken to minimize glare from the sign upon future residential development to the north. Should any of the future homeowners complain, the sign will either be required to be eliminated or the power shut off during evening/night time hours. • 8. Add substantial wainscoting on the east and north elevations. Provide wainscoting application on the northeast and northwest corners of the building to add visual interest. • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:40 p.m. Nancy Fong February 3, 2004 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617- REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. -A requestto review minor changes and signs for anchor tenants within an approved 112,000 square foot Victoria Gateway Center, on 11.37 acres in the Regional Related Office/Commercial and Mixed Districts of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. Design Parameters: According to the developer, an anchor tenant, REI Sporting Equipment, requests to modify the storefront design for Major 2 building. Attached are plans that show the comparison of the approved front elevation and the proposed changes. Staff will present an oral report. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Pam Stewart, Rich Fletcher Staff Planner: Nancy Fong The Committee reviewed the changes to the elevations and recommended approval with the following conditions: • 1. Add ledger/stacked stones wainscot on the tower for Major 2 building (REI Sporting Equipment). The wainscot should be brought up to the level of the top of the storefront glass. 2. All awnings should be of solid color. 3. Increase the size/thickness of the cornice treatment at the top of the Major 2 building. 4. Work with staff to add tree wells along the storefront frontages. The Committee also reviewed the round logo sign (Circuit City) for Major 1 building. The Committee recommended approval of the 12-foot diameter for the east elevation. The Committee did not approve the use of gold or olive shade color background and the red color wall-mounted lights. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS February 3, 2004 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, .._-® Brad Buller Secretary • • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2004 7:00 P.M. RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER RAINS ROOM 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Nancy Fong Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel CONSENT CALENDAR The following items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. Typically they are items such as plan revisions prepared in response to discussions at a previous meeting. 7:00 p.m. (Donald/Shelley) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00358 - PINEWAVE DESIGN AND ENGINEERING -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 6 single family lots on 1.68 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Base Line Road -APN: 1077- 041-57. 7:10 p.m. (Brent/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002-00840-WLC/PITASSIARCHITECTS- Update for the Committee Members of exterior changes for the parkins structures associated with the 74,000 square foot Cultural Arts Center on 3 acres of land located on the south side of Church Street and east of Day Creek Boulevard in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan and part of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center-APN: 0227-201-35. 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. 7:20 p.m. (Brent/Joe) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01246 -AMC THEATER -The design review of elevations fora 12 plexMulti-Cinema, 2 story 61,283 square foot movie theater (AMC) in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located in the Victoria Gardens Regional Shopping Center at the southeast corner of Cultural Center Drive and Kew Avenue -APN: 0227-201-35. 7:40 p.m. (Nancy/Joe) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617-REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. -A request to review minor changes and signs for anchortenants within an approved 112,000 square foot Victoria Gateway Center, on 11.37 acres in the • Regional Related Office/Commercial and Mixed Districts of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. DRC AGENDA February 3, 2004 Page 2 • 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, Melissa Andrewin, Office Specialist 11 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on January 29, 2004 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:00 p.m. Donald Granger February 3, 2004 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00358 - PINEWAVE DESIGN AND ENGINEERING -The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for 6 single-family lots on 1.68 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of Hermosa Avenue and Base Line Road - APN:1077-041-57. Background: At the January 14, 2004, Planning Commission Meeting, the Commission requested that the project be scheduled as a Consent Calendar item on the February 6, 2004, Design Review Committee agenda to review the final decorative driveway layouts. The Commission requested that each lot have a different driveway design. PLANS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETING. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the request. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner:- Donald Granger • Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR 7:10 p.m. Brent LeCount February 3, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2002-00840 - WLC/PITASSI ARCHITECTS -Update for the Committee Members of exterior changes for the parkins structures associated with the 74,000 square foot Cultural Arts Center on 3 acres of land located on the south side of Church Street and east of Day Creek Boulevard in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan and part of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center - APN: 0227-201-35. Staff will present an oral report. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Brent Le Count Members Present: • • DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:20 p.m. Brent LeCount February 3, 2004 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-01246-AMC THEATER-The design review of elevations for a 12 plex Multi-Cinema, 2 story 61,283 square foot movie theater (AMC) in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, located in the Victoria Gardens Regional Shopping Center at the southeast corner of Cultural Center Drive and Kew Avenue - APN: 0227-201-35. Design Parameters: The AMC Theater building will be located towards the northeast corner of the Victoria Gardens Regional Center, east of the Cultural Arts Center. It, along with the Police Substation, a storage building, a restaurant and a shop building will occupy the block contained within Cultural Center Drive to the north, North Mainstreet to the south, Kew Avenue to the west, and Eden Avenue to the east. Because of its location, the AMC Theater will be visually prominent from the I-15 Freeway. The building walls are ordained with color and reveal patterns, articulation, and stone the wainscoting, including a long pergola that runs the entire length of the east elevation. The pergola provides visual relief and interest along the east side of the building and also extends north from the northeast corner of the building to lead patrons whom have parked in the north parking lot or the north end of the eastern parking lot (across Eden Avenue) to the entrance to the theater off North Mainstreet. The south and west sides of the building have adjoining buildings that will block views of these sides of AMC Theater, except along narrow corridors by movie patrons exiting rear doors of theater. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. • Maior Issues: The applicant's architect has worked diligently with staff over the past months to resolve major design issues. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: Raise the parapet at the northeast corner of the building to create a vertical break in the north and east elevation to convey a tower like appearance. This will foster a 360-degree architectural quality. Staff is open to other methods of enhancing the northeast corner to avoid a boxy, back-door feel. Change pergola (i.e., trellis) materials from metal to wood, and plant with climbing vines, consistent with the garden arbor design theme. Previous experience with metal trellis systems is that the metal becomes too hot for plants to survive. 3. Provide enhanced landscape and hard scape treatment adjacent to the northeast corner of the building to enhance the node function of the north end of the pergola relative to patron pedestrian traffic from the north and east. 4. Provide a molding around the curved entry feature as well as a cornice along the top of the entry. The color shall be the same as that of the entry but of a darker shade. 5. Coordinate with the mall developer to provide decorative paving to enhance pedestrian walkways, which connect the site with the parking areas to the north and east. Also coordinate the provision of decorative paving within the main plaza area leading up to the theater • entrance on the south side of the building. 6. Building wall reveals shall be of sufficient width and depth to provide strong shadows to break up building surfaces into the square and rectangular shapes shown on elevations. DRC COMMENTS DRC2003-01246 -AMC THEATER February 3, 2004 • Page 2 7. Eliminate the "AMC" sign on the north elevation. It will not be visible to a significant portion of the public and instead will be visible from future residential to the north. Furthermore, the other wall mounted signs are three feet taller than similar wall signs that would be allowed elsewhere in the City so adequate business identification is provided without the northern sign. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee forward the project to the Planning Commission subject to the above comments and those of the Committee. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Brent Le Count Members Present: • J DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS • 7:40 p.m. Nancy Fong February 3, 2004 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00617 -REGENCY REALTY GROUP, INC. -A request to review minor changes and signs for anchor tenants within an approved 112,000 square foot Victoria Gateway Center, on 11.37 acres in the Regional Related Office/Commercial and Mixed Districts of the Victoria Community Plan, located at the northwest corner of Day Creek and Foothill Boulevards. APN: 0227-201-39 and 44. Design Parameters: According to the developer, an anchor tenant, REI Sporting Equipment, requests to modify the storefront design for Major 2 building. Attached are plans that show the comparison of the approved front elevation and the proposed changes. Staff will present an oral report. Design Review Committee Action: Staff Planner: Nancy Fong Members Present: • •