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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997/02/12 - Agenda PacketCITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12, 1997 Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Council Chamber 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California 7:00 PM Roll Call I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Barker Commissioner Bethel m Vice Chairman McNiel Commissioner Macias__ Commissioner Tolstoy II. ANNOUNCEMENTS III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES January 8, 1997 IV. CONSENT CALENDAR The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non- controversial They will be acted on by the Commission at one time without discussion. If anyone has concern over any item, it should be removed for discussion. DESIGN REVIEW 96-31 - CENTEX HOMES - A review of the detailed site plan and building elevations for an existing residential subdivision (Tentative Tract 14410) consisting of 35 single family homes on 10 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located on the east side of Beryl Street, south of 19th Street - APN: 202-041-01, 17, 22, and 42. DISPOSITION OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY (SUMMIT AVENUE) WHILE RESERVING AN EASEMENT FOR STREET AND PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES - A request to find the quitclaiming of Summit Avenue, located on the north side of Summit Avenue west of Etiwanda Avenue, in conformance with the General Plan. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS The following items are public hearings in which concerned individuals may voice their opinion of the related project. Please wait to be recognized by the Chairman and address the Commission by stating your name and address. All such opinions shall be timired to 5 minutes per individual for each project. Please sign in after speaking. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna regulations in all zones to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from December 11, 1996) (TO BE PULLED) INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-04 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA A request to amend the antenna regulations in all zones to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from December 11, 1996) (TO BE PULLED) SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA A request to amend the antenna regulations to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from December 11, 1996) (TO BE PULLED) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03A - RANCON REALTY FUND III - A request for a land use change from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 7.8 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues and at the northwest corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. The City will also consider changing the remaining 1.4 acres of land at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, 2.25 acres at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue, and 1.2 acres at the northeast corner of Red Oak Street and Laurel Street to Community Commercial - APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, and 80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from January 8, 1997) Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III - A request to amend the Industrial Area Specific Plan land use designation from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 7.8 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues and at the northwest corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. The City will also consider changing the remaining 1.4 acres of land at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, 2.25 acres at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue, and 1.2 acres at the northeast corner of Red Oak Street and Laurel Street to Community Commercial - APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, and 80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from January 8, 1997) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 96-26 - LAWRENCE GUARNIERI (BROOKLYN DELl) - A request to construct a 5,420 square foot restaurant and bar on 1.1 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan located at the northeast corner of Laurel Street and Aspen Avenue - APN: 208-352-80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Related file: Parcel Map 14691. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 14691 - RANCON REALTY FUND II - A subdivision of 6.0 acres of land into 2 parcels in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Aspen Avenue - APN: 208-352-80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Related file: Conditional Use Permit 96-26. Vl. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS APPEAL OF A SIGN REQUEST WITHIN UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM 20 - ORCHARD SUPPLY HARDWARE - An appeal of the City Planher's decision regarding signs for Orchard Supply Hardware in the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located at 9080 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-101-20. REQUEST TO INITIATE A DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT TO CREATE AN AMATEUR RADIO ANTENNA ORDINANCE - MITCHELL Page 3 VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Commission. Items to be discussed here are those which do not already appear on this agenda. VIII. COMMISSION BUSINESS L. CENTRAL PARK TASK FORCE IX. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an 1 l:00 p.m. adjournment time. If items go beyond that time, they shall be heard only with the consent of the Commission. I, Gall Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on February 6, 1997, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Ddve, Rancho Cucamonga. Page 4 VICINITY MAP i i.l.i.~..i.i !.i:i.i! !~i: :i:i'i'::'i'i'!'!'i?i?r:'..,!:~:~:?:~:!:!:!:i:i:i:i:i:.i.i.i:i:!.i.i.::.::.: .:!11!!::!i.!:.i.l.i. !.!!!:.i!i:::!i.!.i:.i:.i:i'2::'::?!!i'i:!:i:i ~ "'!'i'!'i'i'i'i'i':':':':'. :~i~:.:.:~:~:.~i:~:i:i:!:i:i:i:i:i:!:!:!:!:i:i:i:!:i:!:!:!:i:!~i:i:i?i~i.i.i.i.i.i.i~i.!.i.;~".~.' i'i':':'i':':':':':'i'i':':¥:':':':i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:!:i:i:i:!:!:i:i!i i:f'i'i'!'i'i'i'i'i'i'i':':':i:':!:i:i:':':~ I I 'i' 'i' i'--~-~. -.- i ~ .-. I ,..,., I ....,.,. 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The project has a gentle north-south slope of approximately 3 percent. A steep slope exists along the east project boundary which drops down to the Hellman/Beryl Storm Drain Channel. On-site vegetation consisted of annual shrubs, grasses, and trees, mostly Eucalyptus Blue Gum, whose removal was approved with the tract. Uses surrounding the site include a church to the north, and residential uses to the south, east, and west. ANALYSIS: General: Tract 14410 was approved by the Planning Commission on March 27, 1991, for the development of 35 s;ngle family lots ranging in size from 8,000 square feet to 16,000 square feet. The project proposes four floor plans with three elevations each ranging in size from 2,000 square feet to 2,714 square feet. The units include one single-story and three 2-story floor plans. All elevations have front-on garages; however, to avoid 3-car garages that dominate the streetscape, a 2-car garage with a bonus room option was provided for all floor plans. Design Review Committee: The Design Review Committee (Tolstoy, Coleman) reviewed the project on January 14, 1997, and recommended approval of the project subject to the following: Revise the rear elevation of Plan 2 by extending the second floor projection to 12 inches, providing three corbels for support, and adding pot shelves below the windows on the second floor. 2. Delete the wood siding from the rear elevation of Plan 2-B. ITEM A PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DR 96-31 - CENTEX HOMES February 12, 1997 Page 2 3. Delete the wrought iron fence proposed at the top of slope along the east project boundary. Extend the wrought iron fencing down the slope from the wood fence along the side property line to the chain link fence adjacent to the channel. 4. On Lots 8 through 14, provide a graded or stepped access path from the top to the toe of slope to allow for access and maintenance. 5. Provide 24- to 36-inch wide pilasters along the decorative masonry walls per the following: a. At all locations where side property lines intersect the north property line. b. At each end and change in direction of the Beryl Street decorative wall. c. At each change in direction of the corner side yard wails and return walls. 6. A minimum one-third of the lots (12 lots) shall be designed with the larger side yard setback on the garage side of the lot to allow for vehicular access to the rear yard. 7. Revise taper of driveways to minimize hardscape in front yards. 8. Low maintenance plants shall be used on the slope at the rear of Lots 8-14. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve Design Review 96-31 through adoption of the attached Resolution. Respectfully submitted, City Planner BB:TG/mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" Exhibit "B" Exhibit "C" Exhibit "D" Exhibit "E" Resolution of Approval - Site Utilization Map - Detailed Site Plan - Landscape Plan - Elevations - Design Review Comments dated January 14, 1997 ./- I Project: ~ "[~"~1 Title: ~, ~Jr,~,,,'~1o~ ~N' fi ~ ,· Exhibit: A Date: Project' ~21~, vl~-~l Exhi~oit: ' {~ ' Date': CENTEX NOMES @ NORTH Project: Title: Exhibit: A. ('iNN(RIlE 'S' lie B. C(N"~JRttE IIA! lit l). SIUCCU OVIR I(),~J,,~ [. S [UCCO (; WO~) RAI~G H WO~) ~TllR I. W()(~)FASCIA J WOLR) ~ILOOKERS K WO~ SI~G L ~ [~L. k~L-~' DOOR M I~CORAIIV[ VINT N.BR~K COLUN~ BASE PLAN 1 zooo.~(.). !rl'. Project: Title: Exhibit: "t?itt Date: LEFT (-^- ELEVATION) REAR r^- PLAN 1 2000 sO. I~'r. ! ;?;"".!. CITY OF RA~NCIt0',C~,0¢AMONGA PLANNING DIVISION Project: . ~ '~(~- ~'l Title: Exhibit: Date: FRONT A CtWxK'RFI[ 'S' Ill B CONCKLII IIA1 I1~ C SIUCt O I). sluCCo Ovtr FoAM IrtM I. 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F"!', Project: ¢~ df~'¢/~ Title: ~6/~0 ~tv/ Exhibit: "~ ~" /ZI1~-I ~1 Date: DESIGN REVIEW CO~-M:ENTS 5:30 p.m. Tom Grahn January 14, 1997 DESIGN REVIEW NO. 96-31 - CENTEX HOMES - A review of the detailed site plan and building elevations for an existing residential subdivision consisting of 35 single family homes on 10 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located on the east side of Beryl Street, south of 19th Street - APN: 202-041-01, 17, 22, and 42. Desi~ Parameters: On March 27, 1991, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract 14410 for the subdivision of 10 acres into 35 lots ranging in size from 8,000 square feet to 16,000 square feet. The project site is bordered by Beryl Street directly to the west and the Hellman/Beryl Channel directly to the east. Surrounding uses include a church to the north and single family uses to the south, east and west. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding tkis project: The use of 360 degree architectural treatment should be provided. When a major architectural element is utilized on the front elevation it should be incorporated as a major architectural feature of the side and rear elevations also. On at least one elevation of each floor plan utilizing wood siding as a material on the front elevation it should wrap around the entire structure. Provide one-story massing towards the corner side yards. The footprints of units on Lots 28 and 30 should be reversed. Provide the larger side yard setback on the garage side of the lot to allow vehicular access to the rear yard. Provide a 2-car garage with bonus room option on some floor plans, or offset the third car space, to avoid 3-car garages that dominate the streetscape. Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. Revise the stucco stone column base on each elevation to river rock. Provide brick and river rock accents to the chimney base and cap, on elevations utilizing those elements. 3. Identify where the masonry return walls will tie into the side elevations. 4. Identify the location of utility connections. Revise the location of the wrought iron fence along the east project boundary from the top to the tow of slope. Extend the rear yard fences down the slope to the wrought iron fence. DRC C O~XO/IENTS DR 96-31 - CENTEX HOM2ES January 14, 1997 Page 2 5. 6. Identify the style of fencing at the northern and southern limits of the slope along the east project boundary. 7. Revise the drive approach on all parcels to conform to a 2-car driveway approach expanding to a 3-car driveway width directly in front of the garage. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return for review by the Design Review Committee. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Peter Tolstoy, Dan Coleman Staff Planner: Tom Grahn The Committee recommended approval with the following conditions: 1. Revise the rear elevation of Plan 2 by extending the second floor projection to 12 inches, providing 3 corbels for support, and adding pot shelves below the windows on the second floor. 2. Delete the wood siding from the rear elevation of Plan 2-B. 3. Delete the wrought iron fence proposed at the top of slope along the east project boundary. Extend the wrought iron fencing down the slope from the wood fence along the side property line to the chain link fence adjacent to the channel right-of-way. Install chain link fence along east project boundary (channel right-of-way). Provided a graded meandering access path from the top to the toe of slope to allow for access and maintenance. Provide 24 to 36-inch wide pilasters along the decorative masonry walls per the following: a. At all locations where side property lines intersect the north property line. b. At each end and change in direction of the Beryl Street decorative wall. At each change in direction corner side yard walls and return walls. A minimum one-third of the lots (12 lots) shall be designed with a minimum I2-foot side yard setback on the garage side of the lot to allow for recreational vehicle access. Revise taper of driveway to minimize handscape in front yards. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW 96-31 FOR TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 14410, LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF BERYL STREET, SOUTH OF 19TH STREET IN THE LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 202-041-01, 17, 22, AND 42. A. Recitals. 1. Centex Homes has filed an application for Design Review 96-31 for Tentative Tract No. 14410, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Design Review request is referred to as "the application." 2. On the 12th day of February 1997, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held a meeting to consider the application. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced meeting on February 12, 1997, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. That the proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and b. That the proposed design is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and c. That the proposed design is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code; and d. That the proposed design, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. 3. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs I and 2 above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Planning Division 1) Revise the rear elevation of Plan 2 by extending the second floor projection to 12 inches, providing three corbels for support, and adding pot shelves below the windows on the second floor. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 96-31 - CENTEX HOMES February 12, 1997 Page 2 2) Delete the wood siding from the rear elevation of Plan 2-B. 3) Delete the wrought iron fence proposed at the top of slope along the east project boundary. Extend the wrought iron fencing down the slope from the wood fence along the side property line to the chain link fence adjacent to the channel. 4) On Lots 8 through 14, provide a graded access path from the top to the toe of slope to allow for access and-maintenance. 5) Provide 24- to 36-inch wide pilasters along the decorative masonry walls per the following: a) At all locations where side property lines intersect the north property line. b) At each end and change in direction of the Beryl Street decorative wall. c) At each change in direction of the corner side yard walls and return walls. 6) A minimum one-third of the lots (12 lots) shall be designed with the larger side yard setback on the garage side of the lot to allow for vehicular access to the rear yard. 7) Revise taper of driveways to minimize hardscape in front yards. 8) Low maintenance plants shall be used on the rear slope of Lots 8-14. Engineering Division 1) The driveway on comer Lot 35 shall be located as far easterly from the intersection B.C.R. as the lot size will allow to minimize conflicts between vehicles turning right from Beryl Street and those backing out of the driveway. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1997. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Buller, Secretary '~ ~7 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 96-31 - CENTEX HOMES February 12, 1997 Page 2 2) Delete the wood siding from the rear elevation of Plan 2-B. 3) Delete the wrought iron fenceproposed at the top_ of slope along the east project boundary. Instal/a 6-foot hiqh chain link fence the westerly boundary of the along Hellman/Beryle Storm Drain Channel easement adjacent to t east boundary of the tract. Extend the wrought iron fencing down the slope from the wood fence along the side property line to the chain link fence adjacent to the channel. 4) On Lots 8 through 14, provide a graded access path from the top to the toe of slope to allow for access and maintenance. 5) Provide 24- to 36-inch wide pilasters along the decorative masonry walls per the following: a) At all locations where side property lines intersect the north property line. b) At each end and change in direction of the Beryl Street decorative wall. c) At each change in direction of the corner side yard walls and return walls. 6) A minimum one-third of the lots (12 lots) shall be designed with the larger side yard setback on the garage side of the lot to allow for vehicular access to the rear yard. 7) Revise taper of driveways to minimize hardscape in front yards. 8) Low maintenance plants shall be used on the rear slope of Lots 8-14. Engineering Division 1) The driveway on comer Lot 35 shall be located as far easterly from the intersection B.C.R. as the lot size will allow to minimize conflicts between vehicles turning right from Beryl Street and those backing out of the driveway. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1997. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman /]/7 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. DR 96-31 - CENTEX HOMES February 12, 1997 Page 3 I, Brad Bullet, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of February 1997 by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CON DITIONS PROJECT#: SUBJECT: APPLICANT: LOCATION: DESIGN REVIEW 96-31 RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW FOR TRACT 14410 CENTEX HOMES EAST SIDE OF BERYL STREET, SOUTH OF 19TH STREET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. Time Limits Completion Date 1. Approval shall expire, unless extended by the Planning Commission, if building permits are not __1__1__ issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 months from the date of approval. B. Site Development The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code regulations. Prior to any use of the project site, all Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the time of building permit issuance. SC - 10/96 Project No. DR 96-31 Coml~lefion Date All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, herming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner, including proper illumination. Solar access easements shall be dedicated for the purpose of assuming that each lot or dwelling unit shall have the right to receive sunlight across adjacent lots or units for use of a solar energy system. The easements may be contained in a Declaration of Restrictions for the subdivision which shall be recorded concurrently with the recordation of the final map or issuance of permits, whichever comes first. The easements shall prohibit the casting of shadows by vegetation, structures, fixtures, or any other object, except for utility wires and similar objects, pursuant to Development Code Section 17.08.060-G-2. Six foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter, along corner side yards, and returns between houses, as shown on the Detailed Site Plan. / / C. Building Design All dwellings shall have the front, side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment, detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. / / D. Landscaping A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in this case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision. All private slopes of 5 feet or less in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover. In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy. All slope planting and irrigations shall be continuously maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is sold and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units, an inspection shall be conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in satisfactory condition. SC - 10/gb Eo Projcc~ No. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the Engineering Division. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code. Environmental The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the Foothill Freeway project in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property. Other Agencies The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. DR 96-31 Completion Date / / / / / / / / / / / / APPLICANTS SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: G. Site Development The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Code, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of issuance of relative permits. Please contact the Building and Safety Division for copies of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential dwelling unit(s) or major addition to existing unit(s), the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee, Transportation Development Fee, Permit and Plan Checking Fees, and School Fees. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation and prior to issuance of building permits. No Grading 1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial conformance with the approved grading plan. / / / / / / / / SC- 10/96 Project No. DR 96-31 Completion Date A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to perform such work. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT, (909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: I. General Fire Protection Conditions 1. Fire flow requirement shall be 1,000 gallons per minute. A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel prior to water plan approval. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by the fire department personnel after construction and prior to occupancy. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department personnel. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6" riser with a 4" and a 2-1/2" outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and model numbers. Prior to the issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Fire District that an approved temporary water supply for fire protection is available, pending completion of required fire protection system. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to final inspection. 6. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted: X All roadways. 7. Plan check fees in the amount of $125 shall be paid: X Prior to final plan approval. Note: Separate plan check fees for fire protection systems (sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon submittal of plans. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1994 UBC, UFC, UPC, UMC, NEC, and RCFD Standards 22 and 15. / / $C - 10/96 Project~o. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: J. Security Hardware 1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors. 2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used. 3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices. K. Windows All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted from frame or track in any manner. Building Numbering 1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime visibility. DR 96-3 I Completion Date / / / / / / / / / / SC - 10/96 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer Jerry A. Dyer, Associate Engineer DISPOSITION OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY ('SUMMIT AVENUE) WHILE RESERVING AN EASEMENT FOR STREET AND PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES - A request to find the quitclaiming of Summit Avenue, located on the north side of Summit Avenue west of Etiwanda Avenue, in conformance with the General Plan BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS: On July of 1993, through Judgement and Final Order of Condemnation, by the Superior Court of the State of California in and for the County of San Bernardino, the property along Summit Avenue, as shown in the true and correct copy, labeled Exhibit 'A' and 'B', attached hereto, was granted to the City of Rancho Cucamonga in Fee Simple. L. D. King, Inc., Engineer, on behalf of Sacred Heart Church, has submitted a Quitclaim Deed for approval in regards to a record of survey and subsequent quiet title action. The quiet title was filed to locate and fix the north-south boundaries of Summit Avenue. A complaint to said quiet title was subsequently filed with the Superior Court of San Bernardino-West Region, and in order to keep the City from being part of the complaint or final judgement, the Engineer has requested the City relinquish the fee rights to the Summit Avenue property; however, an easement will be reserved for street and public utility purposes. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission make the finding though minute action that the subject proposed quitclaim of Summit Avenue is in conformance with the General Plan. This finding will be forwarded to the City Council for further processing and disposition of the property. Respectfully submitted, Dan Jam e s~~~--~'~~ Senior Civil Engineer WJO:JAD Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Vicinity Map Exhibit "B" and "C" - Legal Description ITEM B VICINITY MAP PROJECT AREA CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROJECT: Quitclaim Summit Avenue (Peterson) File: h:\cxhibiLs\vicsumit · / 'Xt-t I B I 'T' LEGAL DESCRIPTION Being a portion of the West one-half of Lot 15, Block "C" of Etiwanda Colony Land Tract No. 1 in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, County of San Bernardino, State of California, as per plat recorded in Book 2 of Maps, Page 24 Records of said County described as follows: Being a 33.00 foot strip of land conveyed to the City of Rancho Judgment and Final Order of Condemnation Recorded September 14, No. 93-410861, Official Records. Cucamonga by 1993, Instrument Also the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby reserves a 33.00 foot easement for street and public utilities purposes over the subject property described above. As shown on Exhibit "B" attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof. No.3543 ~ EXP. 6-30::~6 JN: 941-06 April 24, 1996 EXHIBIT 'C' (N.T.S.) ..-N 89'21'06" W 330.21'--. .~ I ~ N 89'21'06" W 545.22' I -.,,,.- N 89'21'06" W 444.42' PETERSON 4.9 ACRES ROADWAY TAKEN IN FEE PER INST. NO. 93-410681 --7 Z /OF .N 89'24'27" W / 10.78' · , ...;,~',.;,'2,.:5:..:,..¥,:':'., /' /t,::,,,':,..,..,'.'. ; :.,,',.,;,,'~ ..... !.I',:.';""','"" NORTH LINE OF BLOCK 'D' ETIWANDA COLONY LAND FOR SUBDIVISION OF LOTS IN EAST HALF BLOCK 'D' OWNERS NORTH AND SOUTH OF SUMMIT AVENUE. INDICATES AREA TO BE QUITCLAIMED BACK TO PETERSON BY CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONCA AND CITY WILL RESERVE SAME ARF "'OR ROADWAY EASEMENT B0 ,~RY DATA COMPILED FROM RECORD INFORMATION. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -- STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Dan Coleman, Principal Planner DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 96-01 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna regulations in all zones to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from December 11, 1996). INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96°04 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna regulations in all zones to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from December 11, 1996) SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-01 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the antenna regulations to be consistent with Federal Communications Commission recent regulations. (Continued from December 11, 1996) BACKGROUND: These items were originally continued from October 9, 1996, to give the City Attorney an opportunity to draft a more specific ordinance. The City Attorney anticipates having the revised draft ordinance for the March 12, 1996, meeting. These amendments are only for the regulation of satellite dish antennas. When the revised ordinance is ready, we will readvertise these amendments to clad'~ that they pertain only to satellite dish antennas and that amateur radio antennas are excluded. Subsequently, the Planning Commission received a request from Michael Mitchell, a local amateur radio operator, to create an ordinance that deals specifically with amateur radio antennas. A separate item has been placed on tonight's agenda to discuss this request. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that these items be pulled from the agenda and readvertised when the revised draft ordinances are ready. BB:DC/jfs ITEMS C, D, & E GLENBOROUGH February 11, 1997 City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 General Plan Amendment (GPA 96-03A) Industrial Area Specific Plan .Amendment. (T_SPA) 96-03 I hereby request a continuance of the Planning Commission public hearing for GPA 96-03A and ISPA 96-03. This request is made to provide additional time in which to review and respond to the City's recent request to submit a detailed commercial development plan and market analysis to the Planning Commission and City Council prior to their consideration of our land use applications. Applicant also requests additional time in order to see what information and or recommendations are forthcoming from the Planning Commission's recently established joint task force on the issue of land use along the southern border of Foothill Boulevard. Thank you for your consideration of this request for continuance. Sincerely, RANCON REALTY FUND III GLENBOROUGH INLAND REALTY CORPOtLATION CRAIG S. MCCAFFERTY Portfolio Manager cc: Elliot Shaw (via fax) Sandra Boyle , -RECEIVED- Cl'T t OF RANCHO CUC'AI~.~NGA FEB 1 2. i997 ~7151911011111211121314t516 400 SOUTH EL C~MI~O REAL S,~ MATgO, CA LIFO RNI ~ 94402-1708 415-343-9300 · · · Fax 415-343-9690 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03A RANCON REALTY FUND III - A request for a land use change from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 7.8 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues and at the northwest corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. The City will also consider changing the remaining 1.4 acres of land at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, 2.25 acres at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue, and 1.2 acres at the northeast corner of Red Oak Street and Laurel Street to Community Commercial - APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, and 80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from January 8, 1997). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III - A request to amend the Industrial Area Specific Plan land use designation from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 7.8 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues and at the northwest corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. The City will also consider changing the remaining 1.4 acres of land at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, 2.25 acres at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue, and 1.2 acres at the northeast corner of Red Oak Street and Laurel Street to Community Commercial - APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, and 80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from January 8, 1997). These items were continued from the January 8, 1997, Planning Commission meeting. They were continued so that the Commission could request policy direction from the City Council regarding retail commercial land use changes. At the time of the writing of this report, City Council direction was not available. An oral report of the Council's response to the Commissions request will be presented at the meeting. City Planner Attachments: GPA 96-03A and ISPA 96-03 Staff Report dated January 8, 1997 Resolution of Approval ITEMS F & G /- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: January 8, 1997 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY:. Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03A - RANCON REALTY FUND III - A request for a land use change from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 7.8 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues and at the northwest corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. The City will also consider changing the remaining 1.4 acres of land at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, 2.25 acres at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue, and 1.2 acres at the northeast corner of Red Oak Street and Laurel Street to Community Commercial - APN: 208o352-10, 11, 12, 79, and 80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III - A request to amend the Industrial Area Specific Plan land use designation from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 7.8 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues and at the northwest comer of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. The City will also consider changing the remaining 1.4 acres of land at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, 2.25 acres at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Spruce Avenue, and 1.2 acres at the northeast corner of Red Oak Street and Laurel Street to Community Commercial- APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, and 80. Staff has prepared a mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: North Shopping Center; Terra Vista Community Plan, Community Commercial South Office Park; Industrial Area Specific Plan (Subarea 7), Industrial Park East Hotel; Industrial Area Specific Plan (Subarea 7), Industrial Park with Community Commercial uses West Office Park; Industrial Area Specific Plan (Subarea 7), Industrial Park General Plan Designations: Project Site - Industrial Park North Community Commercial South Industrial Park East Community Commercial West Industrial Park PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 96-03A & ISPA 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III January 8, 1997 Page 2 Co Site Characteristics: The area requested for change by the applicant encompasses about 8 acres of underdeveloped land on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, north of Laurel Street between Aspen and Spruce Avenues. Included in the review are the remaining out-parcels within the block for a total area of approximately 12.5 acres. The site is fiat with grades sloping gently to the south. BACKGROUND & ANALYSIS: The site is designated Industrial Park in the General Plan and located in Subarea 7 of the Industrial Area Specific Plan. The Rancho Cucamonga Business Park Master Plan was approved in 1981 for the area bounded on the north by Foothill Boulevard, on the south by Arrow Highway, on the east generally by Milliken Avenue, and on the west by Haven Avenue. The original vision for the subject site was for a continuation of the high-rise office buildings to the west. To date, two restaurant buildings have been developed on the site with only one presently in use. Last year the City Council approved General Plan Amendment 96-01A that authorized Commercial land use designation for the 14.45 acres between Spruce and Elm Avenues, on the south side of Foothill Boulevard. The properties in question with this application are directly to the west of Spruce Avenue. Much of the basis for the General Plan Amendment review revolves around the action on GPA 96o01A as follows: Expansion of Area Review: The applicant is requesting to have 7.8 acres within the block bordered by Foothill Boulevard, Spruce Avenue, Laurel Street, and Aspen Avenue to be changed to Community Commercial. Within this block there is an additional 4.85 acres not included in the request. Staff believes that the "piecemeal" approach would cause difficulties in applying differing development standards to what should be a unified project area. Therefore, staff has included these out-parcels in an expanded project description for the Planning Commission's review. Appropriateness of the existing designation: The existing Industrial Park designation includes a number of commercial uses that could contribute to a vibrant downtown area. Authorized uses included restaurants, theaters, art galleries, entertainment, athletic clubs, and indoor and outdoor commercial recreation. The site is suitable for development under the existing designation for many office and commercial combinations. The Rancho Cucamonga Business Park Master Plan, adopted in 1981 and still valid, emphasizes office development similar to the Barton Plaza to the west. In addition, many development options are available because many commercial uses are allowed under this existing zoning. Permitted or conditionally permitted retail uses include convenience sales (pharmacy, barber and beauty shop, cleaners, tailor, newspaper/magazine store, florist), food and beverage sales (delicatessen, doughnut shop, ice cream/yogurt shop, bakery), most retail automotive uses (sales, rentals, repairs, service station), business supply (business machines, photocopy, print shop), and building supply/home improvement (floor covering, glass, hardware, lighting, paint, window covering). Also a number of commercial services are permitted or conditionally permitted, including medical services, financial services, travel agencies, and real estate services. Not permitted under the existing zoning are retail commercial uses such as department store/apparel/general merchandise type retail, home electronics, music and video stores, PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 96-03A & ISPA 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III January 8, 1997 Page 3 appliance sales, or furniture stores. These uses would be permitted under the proposed Community Commercial designation. The Terra Vista Town Center across the street on the north side of Foothill Boulevard is so designated. Appropriateness of the proposed project: A Community Commercial site generally ranges in size from 15 to 50 acres. The 7.8 acres of the applicant's request and the 4.85 acres of the out parcels total only 12.65 acres. The anticipated leasable area of 101,407 square feet is within the General Plan's Community Commercial range. The General Plan set up the hierarchy of commercial site criteria ranging from Neighborhood Commercial (smallest) to Regional Commercial (largest). According to the General Plan, a Neighborhood Commercial site ranges from 5 to 15 acres that will support a leasable area from 30,000 to 100, 000 square feet, and is intended to serve about 10,000 residents in the immediate vicinity. It is typically anchored by a supermarket. The site size would be typical for a Neighborhood Center. General Commercial is the next level of intensity of use. Size is not specified. The K-mart center on Haven has a General Commercial designation within the Industrial Area Specific Plan and was established as part of the Rancho Cucamonga Business Park Master Plan. The Virginia Dare Center also has a General Commercial designation. Commercial development regulated by the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan is designated General Commercial under the General Plan. It should be noted that although development standards with the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan identify varying levels of intensity including a "Community Commercial" designation, none are intended to develop to the intensity of commercial use described in the General Plan as "Community Commercial." Under the General Plan designation, the prototype is the Terra Vista Town Center. The General Plan states that Community Commercial designation is aimed at approximately 20,000 residents within a 5-mile radius. The following table lists the General Plan's intended features for Community Commercial centers and existing and planned centers along Foothill Boulevard: CENTER/LOCATION (Community Commercial-General Plan) LAND AREA- ACRES (up to 50) LEASABLE SQ. FT. (100,000 - 300,000) Town Center - Terra Vista/ Foothill between Haven and Spruce Town Center Square - Terra Vista/ Foothill between Spruce and Elm Promenade - Terra Vista/ Foothill and Rochester 62 25 45 563,184 222,600 457,800 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 96-03A & ISPA 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III January 8, 1997 Page 4 The Regional Commercial designation is at the top of the land use hierarchy. It is expected to serve a population of at least 150,000 people. An example is the Foothill Marketplace located east of the 1-15 interchange on Foothill Boulevard. It is a 60oacre site approved for 550,000 square feet of leasable stores. The applicant has submitted a concept master plan and a justification statement. Much of the justification is identical to that provided in the Wohl General Plan Amendment application. According to the concept plan, the site will support 101,407 square feet of commercial, office, and restaurant uses, with the largest building being a 159,000 square foot commercial use. Apart from this large commercial use, all other uses identified on the plan would be allowed under the existing industrial park zoning. Compatibility with Surrounding Land Uses: The south side of Foothill Boulevard from Haven to Milliken was initially planned for professional office use mixed with Food Park uses. Haven to Aspen has developed with high-rise offices. The introduction of 14.45 acres of Community Commercial designated land between Spruce and Elm Avenues in May 1996 set a precedent for the consideration of additional Community Commercial on Foothill's south side. Commercial use authorization of that site and of this site (if approved) does not, however, mandate retail commercial development. Office development would still be an authorized use within Subarea 7 along with the new commercial activities. While retail store configurations with rear loading doors, big box scale, etc. can be a challenge to fit in with surrounding office complexes, careful design review considerations can provide methods to alleviate the conflicting activities. The Town Center and Town Center Square on the north side of Foothill Boulevard is designated Community Commercial. The proposed change would expand the Community Commercial westerly along the south side from the Wohl development at Foothill and Spruce. This change could develop additional pressure for Community Commercial uses to the west between the two existing western high-rise offices. Alternatively, this proposal could strengthen the Community Commercial presence on Foothill Boulevard's south side and perhaps make it more viable. The combined acreage of the Wohl site and this site is 27 acres, which is well within the recommended Community Commercial size. Need for additional commercial land: No market demand study was requested for this specific application. In the most recent analysis (July 1996), vacancy and undeveloped land figures for commercial land between Haven and Rochester Avenues shows about 49 percent of the potential leasable area as unoccupied or undeveloped. This figure does not indicate a need for additional commercial development in this area of Foothill Boulevard. Staff does not believe this figure has changed significantly. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Staff has reviewed the Initial Study, Part I and completed the Environmental Checklist, Part II of the Initial Study, and has found no significant adverse environmental impacts will occur because of the proposed land use amendments. Potential impacts, determined not to be significant, include: Ao Air Quality: The proposed land use change would increase air emissions, primarily from vehicle trips, due to the increase in intensity of retail development. However, the increase is below the thresholds of significance established by the South Coast Air Quality District. Transportation: The proposed land use change does not significantly increase traffic impacts. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 96-03A & ISPA 96-03-RANCON REALTYFUND Ill Janua~ 8,1997 Page 5 CONCLUSIONS: The proposed land use change may strengthen the Community Commercial presence on the south side of Foothill Boulevard by being next to the Wohl property. The eventual land use configuration (if approved) could provide a similar image Community Commercial activity center at Spruce Avenue opposite Town Center and Town Center Square. Any land use change within the block between Spruce and Aspen Avenue should affect the entire block to avoid fragmented zoning without any specific purpose. Alternatively, the commercial land use change, if developed to its full commercial potential could preclude the anticipated Foothill Boulevard office park at Aspen Avenue. FACTS FOR FINDING: Based on the facts and conclusions listed above, staff believes the Planning Commission can make the following facts for findings regarding these applications: The properties are suitable for the uses allowed in the proposed land use and development district designation in terms of access and size, as evidenced by the site's location adjacent to existing Community Commercial land to the north and east. The proposed amendments will not have significant adverse impacts on the environment as described in the Initial Study, Parts I and II. The proposed amendments are in conformance with the General Plan, Industrial Area Specific Plan, and Development Code due to the site's capacity to promote the goals and objectives for commercial and office development. CORRESPONDENCE: These items have been advertised as a public headng in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property has been posted, and notices were sent to all property owners within 300 feet of the project site. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of General Plan Amendment 96-03A and Industrial Area Specific Plan Amendment 96-03 to change the area bordered by Foothill Boulevard, Spruce Avenue, Red Oak Street, Laurel Street, and Aspen Avenue to Community Commercial by the adoption of the attached Resolutions. 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Figure III- 1 SUBAREAS C COMMERCIAL HAVEN OVERLAY DISTRICT INDUSTRIAL PARK GENERAL INDUSTRIAL MINIMUM IMPACT HEAVY INDUSTRIAL CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONG INDUSTRIAL AREA PLAN III- 6 Revised: 9/17186 2/17/88 9/07/88 10/03/90 10/17/90 I11 GENERAL PLAN ANENOHENT $1 TE PLAN TERRA VISTA SPECIFIC PLAN ZONE 'CC' EXISTING SHOPPING CENTER FOOTHILL VACANT BOUL VARO --I I EXISTING RESTURANT f VACANT I VACANT "5'IH£F f (- EXISTING OFFlEES ZONE BOUNOARY LII~ VACANT SUB AREA 7 STREET VA CAN T INDUSTRIAL PARK~ p r ~ v l' ~ of Rancho Cucamonga Ptannmg Div~on (909) 477.2750 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM (Part i -Initial Study) The purpose ofthis fo,,, is*to inform:~.the Cityof. the basic' components: of:the. proposed project so that the. City nlay~ review~the!project:pureuar~.to~:City. policfes,~prdinances,.and guidelines; the Califomia EnvironmentalQuality:Act; and the, City's Rules and Procedures t~ Implement CEQA.. Iris important:that the information. requested in this application be GENERAL INFORMAT[ON: INCOMP! F'/'F APPf /CA 770NS W1! ! NOT BF PROCF$SFD. Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the a~plicatk~ ~s complete at the t~me of submYdal; ~ staff will not be available to perform won required to provide missing inforrnatJon. Apptica~fon Number for the project to whic~ this form pertains: ProMctT~e: RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES Name&Addm~o~p~cto~w~er($;.' Realty Fund III, c/o Glenborough Corp. ,. 400 S. E1 Camino Real, Suite 1100, San Mateo, CA 94402-1708. Narne&Addressofdeve~oerorp~ect~onso~. Realty Fund III, c/o Glenborcugh Corp., 400 S. E1 Camino Real, Ste. 1100, San Mateo, CA 94402-1708. Co~tactPe~on&A6dms~' 'Integra Engi~ering7-"lnc., 621 *E;*' Carnegie Drive, Suite ] 20. San Bernardino,'- ~A 92408 (Elliott B. SSaw) TeteOhoneNumben 90~/383-0200 FAX 909/383-0203 Name & Addre~ of l~erson ~pa~ thL~ form (if ~ from eJ~ove]: Same as above TeteDnone NurnDe~ Same as above Exhibit "E' e,f - -~r96 Pac~e 1 PROJECT INFORMATION & DESCRIPT70N: Information indicated by asterisk (') is not required of non-construction CUP's unless othervise requested by staff. '1) Provide a full scale (8-1/2 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the site boundaries. 2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from the north, south, east and west; views int9 and f~m the ~ite from the primary access points which serve the site; and representa6ve views of significant features frr;m. the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph .... 3) ProjectLocation(describe): South side of Foothill Blvd. between Alpen Street and Spruce Avenue. 4) Assessor's Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary): 208-352-12 and 208-352-80 '5) G~x.~ Site Area (ac/sq. ft.): 10.1 Acres; (439,700 S.F.) '6) NetS~Ama(~e~ze ~nusamaofpubHcstree~&pmpos~d~icati~: 6.5 Acres; ( 283,140 S.F.) 7) Desc/fbe any pn%oosed general plan amewdment or zone change which would affect the project site (a~tach additfonal sheet if necessary: The site is currently designated on the Geleral Plan within the Industrial Area, and is located within the ~ndustrial Specific Plan, subarea 7. This aDDlication reoues{s an amendment in the General Plan designation to Co~nunitv Co~nercial and an amendment to the Industrial Specific Plan to permit Community Cc~anercial uses at this location as such uses are defined within the Foothill Specific Plan as was approved on the Wohl property. 8) Include a description of all permits which will be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucarnonga and other governmental agencJes in oder to fully implement the project: General Plan Amendment, I.S.P. Amendment and Standard Building permits. eif- 4~J6 Page 2. 9) Descnbe the physical seEfng of the site as it exists before the project including information on topograpi~y, soft stability, plants and anirnais, mature bees, ~ils and roads, drainage coupes. and scenic aspects. Describe any exisbng structures on site (including age and condition) and the use of the siTuctures. Attach photographs of *~ignificant features described. In addition, site all sources of information (i.e.. geological and/or hydrologic studies. biotic and archeological surveys. traffic studies): The existing site is vacant land with the surrounding street improvements previously installed in conjunction with the Rancho Cucamonga Business Parki Project. There.is an existing Applebee's Restaurant at the northwest corner of the block and-"~n existinq vacant restaurant at the northeast corner of the block. Topography is relatively flat with drainage slopin~ toward Laurel and Redoak Drive. A traffic study will be provided soon as possible. oral hLston/): ~one known 11) Descn~n~rmise~urce~andU1eir~evei~tn~waffect~msde(~rcr~n~dw~yn~Lse~e~)~ndh~wt~ey~ll~ There are no major effects on this proDertv now. The noise is normal and customary traffic on Foothill Blvd. There is minimal noise from flights in and out of Ontario Airport. These will not affect the proposed uses. Describe the proposed project in de~ail. This should provide an adequate de$ctfption of the site in terms of ultimate use which v~11 result from the phased projecl Indicate if there are proposed phases for devetopmen~ ~he extent of development to occur wfth each phase, and the anticipated completion of each incremen£ Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: The proposed Land Use Change will make this parcel consistent with the property to the north of Foothill Boulevard and the propoerty east of Spruce Avenue (G.P.A. 95-02 & 95-02A). (Please see enclosed "Description of Project and Subportinq Information.") 13] Desc~be~e~~ includinginformadononpMn~anclanimalsandanycutturel, hismm:al. orscanicas~ec~ Indicate the b/pe of land uee (re~iden~al, commercial, etc.); ~ of land u~e (orm-Mrnily, apam~.~t house~ stmp.~ _O~.m.em ~ etc ) and sca~ of da~l~f),,c.,t (!talcj~d; fJ~ntag~, ,,~Mt)K*, rear yard, etc.): ~ll surround±ng propert±es are part of approved Specific Plans for commercial and/or industrial development. The vacant parcels will be developed in the future within the guideli'nes of said Specific Plans and the City of Rancho Cucamonga Standards. (This application is for G.P.A. only. ) No I5) Indicate the type of short-term and long-term noise to be generated. including source and amount. affect adjacent properties and on-site uses. What methods of sound proofing are proposed? N/A for requested General Plan amendment. How will these noise levels '~ 6) Indicate proposed removals and/or replacements of mature or ~cenic trees: None Indicate any bodies of water (including dornestfc water supplies) into which the site drains: The site drains into the existing storm drain system. None 18] Indicate expected ammmt of wator usage. [See Attachment A for,_~__~ege esPnares). Forfur~er ctarifica~fon. please contact ~he Cucamonge County Water DL~rict at 987-2591. a- Residefrgal (ga~'day) Peel( use (gaFDay) b. Commerclet/lnd. (ga~day/ac) 1,5 0 0 Peak use (gailfnin/ac) 3,0 0 0 lrm[k::ate pmioosed method ofaewege ~. ~ Ta~r XX ..Re~r'. /fselo~f,=ta~k:~ are pro/:x~ed. at~ach percole#~t __t,,~? If discfia~je to e ~anitary ~ewage :lyatezrt L~ ~ ir~icate expected deS), sewage genera~on: [See ~,~A for usage e.~,,,ete~]. Forfurd~e~cta, 'a~._3,wh piemss contactb%e C. ucamom3a C.o~Wy WeterDlsofct at 987-25.91. a. Residen~al [get/day) b. C.o,.,,,e,:i~.~ [gaYday/at) 1,000 - 1,500 R~=SIDFN77AI PROJFC';~: 20) Numeer of reaidem~al umts.' Dersoiled (ir~cate ran~e of pan=st gize& 'mu~.mm~ lot ~ze and maximum lot aize: N/A Page 5 A tracheal (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units): N/A Anticipated range of sale prices and/or rents: Sale Price(s) Rent (per rnon~h ) $ to $ to $ Specify number of bedrooms by unit N/A 23] Ind/cate anfic~oamd houMho/d,size by un/t type: N/A 24) a. ~,~.,Mry: -- N/A' *'. b. Jun/or High: N/A Ina~Z:ete U, te expected number of school children who will be ruskting within ~e project: COMMFRCIA! INDUSTRIAi ANr~ INSTITUTIONAl PROJECTS Contect the appmpriaM School The type of use is a community commercial (ie. restaurants and retail). 2~ Total fioor ama of commercial. im:lu~f~fal. orin.'~ufional uses by type: See attached Master Plan. 273 ~dica~hou~ofopem~n: The approximate hours of Retail/Commercial - 7:00P.M. to 9:00 P.M.; Fast Food - 6:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M. operation will be: Restaurants and/or 28] Number of employees: Total.' N / A Maximum Shift: 77me of Maximum Shift: Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and $atao' tanges, as well as an indication of the rate of him for each c~e&_~ficatJon (attach add~onal sheet if necessary): N/A 30) EslJmatJon of b~e number of worke= to be hked that currenth/ reside in b~e City: N/A '31) For cc.,..c,~al and k~luslzial u~ea only, indicate ~e soume, type and amount of air pollution e..L~sion& (Data shouid be veriffed ~ M South Coast AirQuatity Management Distm~ at (8'18) 572-6283): N/A AL ~ P~OJFCTS 32) HM gge ~ ~wer, fire, and lfood co.&u~ ~jenc~es sefvin~ M ptoje~ l~en ~ to detemt#m ~teir ab#ity to provide ~equete sewice to ~ pmpoMd pn)ject? If ~o. please ind~te Services are available to the subject property. ed - 4/96 Page 7 In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage. or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials? Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances: pesticides and he~icides: fuels, oils, solvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above. Please list the materials and desc~fbe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property, as well as the dates of use, if known. No 34) Will the proposed project involve the temporary or long-term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/ortoxic materials; including but not limited to those examples listed atJove ? If yes. provide an inventory of all such materials to be used and proposed method of disposal. The Iocabbn of such uses; along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be .shown and latched on the application plans. Only to the extent that such materials are typically utilized in the construction and operation of a retail development. I hereby ~ that the statements rumladed atx~e and in a%e allached exhibits pm~ ~ da~ ~ i~a~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~a~ ~ua~ ~ ~ made by ~ ~ of R~o ~a. Vice-President,iNTEGRA ENGINEERING, INC. ..... ~: e~f - 4~ Page 8 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY- PART II BACKGROUND 1) Project File #/Name: ~/'P4 ~"'- o~/~ / ~.~~ ?~ ""' ~ 2) Related File(s): 3) Applicant: ~/i~~ ~_..~(,...'~ Fd/,..J~) If! Address: ~--OC.) "~, ~'/__.. ~--~/~//k.~, ~'(.J/"T-~ 1/00 / Telephone #: 4) Project Description: 5) Project Accepted as Complete (date): ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, explanation of the potential impacts identified as "Yes" or "Maybe" answers are required on attached sheets. An explanation shall also be provided in each instance where a potentially significant effect has been determined not to be significant and is marked "No." EARTH. Will the proposal result in: a) Unstable earth conditions or in changes in the geologic structure? b) Disruptions, displacement, compaction or over covering of the soil? c) Change in the topography or ground sudace relief features? d) The destruction, covering, or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? e) Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? f) Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sand, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the ocean or any bay, inlet or lake? Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards, such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? C i T Y O F R A N C H O C U C A lmt~al (2J5/96) 1 g) Yes Maybe No M 0 N G A II. AIR. Will the proposal result in.' a) b) c) Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? [] The creation of objectionable odors? [] Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? [] III. WATER. Will the proposal result in: a) Changes in currents, orthe course of direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? [] b) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? [] c) Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? [] d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any body? [] e) Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, including, but not limited to, temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? [] f) Alteration of the direction or rate of ground waters? [] g) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? [] Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? [] Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding or tidal pools? [] h) i) IV. PLANT LIFE. Will the proposal result in: a) Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? b) Reduction of the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? c) d) C I T Initial S~u~y Pt II ANIMAL LIFE. Will the proposal result in: a) Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of animals (birds; land animals, including reptiles; fish and shellfish; benthic organisms or insects)? b) Reduction of the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species or animals? Y OF RANCHO C U C Yes Maybe O N G No A Vl. c) d) Introduction of new species of animals into the area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? NOISE. Will the proposal result in: a) Increase in existing noise levels? b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? Yes Maybe No VII. LIGHT AND GLARE. Will the proposal.' a) Produce new light and glare? LAND USE. Will the proposal result in: a) Substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? IX. Xo NATURAL RESOURCES. Will the proposal result in: a) Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? RISK OF UPSET. Will the proposal involve: a) A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limitedto: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? b) Xl. POPULATION. Will the proposal: a) Alter the location, distribution, human population of an area? density or growth rate of the XlI. HOUSING. Will the proposal: a) Affect existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? Xl!l. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Will the proposal result in: Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? b) Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? Alterations to the present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? e) f) C I T Inilial S~udy P! II Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians? Y O F R A N C H O C U C A M G A Yes Maybe No XIV. XV. PUBLIC SERVICES. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas.' a) b) c) d) e) f) Fire protection? Police protection? Schools? Parks and other recreational facilities? Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? Other governmental services? ENERGY. Will the proposal result in: a) Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b) Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? XVl. UTILITIES and SERVICE SYSTEMS. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) b) c) d) e) f) Power or natural gas? Communications systems? Water? Sewer or septic tanks? Storm water drainage? Solid waste disposal? XVI!. HUMAN HEALTH. Will the proposal result in: a) Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (exclud- ing mental health)? b) Exposure of people to potential health hazards? XVlll. AESTHETICS. Will the proposal result in: a) The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public? b) Creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? XlX. RECREATION. Will the proposal result in: a) Impact upon the quality of existing recreational opportunities? b) Restrict the religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? C I T In,tlal $1uc~y P! I1 (2/~) Y OF RANCHO C U C A 0 0 [] 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 O N G A XX. XXl. Yes c) CULTURAL RESOURCES. Will the proposal.' a) Result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archeological site? CJ b) Result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? ~ Have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? E~ MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. Maybe No a) b) c) d) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? Short-term: Does the project have the potential to achieve short- term, to the advantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definite period of time. Long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) Cumulative: Doesthe project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect on the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) Substantial adverse: Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? XXll. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION. (Attach additional sheets with narrative description of the environmental impacts.) CITY Imlial Stud,/PI II (2J,5~96) O N G A DISCUSSION OF LAND USE IMPACTS. (Attach additional sheets examining whether the project would be consistent with existing zoning, plans, and other applicable land use controls.) XX!V. EARLIER ANALYSES. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EI R, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier El R or Negative Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case a discussion should identify the following on attached sheets: a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses and state where they are available for review. b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. c) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "less than Significant with Mitigation Incorpo- rated," describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project. XXV. DETERMINATION. (To be completed by Lead Agency.) On the basis of this initial evaluation: a) I find that the proposed project co~I¢l ~zot have a significant effect on the environment, and A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared .............................. '~ b) I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because rrzitig~zt£o~ rne~zsure$ described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared .............................. ~1 c) I find the proposed project m~ztj have a significant effect on the environment, and An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required ......................... I~ Date -- Prepare~'s Signature C ! T Y O F R A N C H O C U C A M O N G A XXVI. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION (7-o be completed by appficant.) I certify that I am the applicant for the project described in this Initial Study. I acknowledge that I have read this Initial Study and proposed mitigation measures. Further, I have revised the project plans or proposals and/or hereby agree to the proposed mitigation measures to avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant environmental effects would occur. Date Signature Print Name and Title C I T Y O F R A N C H O C U C A M O N G A ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Initial Study - Part II Discussion of Environmental Evaluation Project Description: General Plan Amendment 96-03A Industrial Specific Plan Amendment 95-02 A request for a land use change from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for 12.5 acres generally located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Aspen and Spruce Avenues in Subarea 7 of the Industrial Area Specific Plan The numbered responses correspond to the numbered questions in Part of the Initial Study II. AIR: ao The SCAQMD identifies shopping centers as generating more emissions than office parks (CEQA Handbook). A comparison of the master plan office park with a potential shopping center indicates that the increase in potential emissions will not exceed the threshold levels for impact significance (refer to attached Air Quality Impacts analysis). III. WATER: Go Drainage and flood control issues have been addressed in the Master Environmental Assessment for the General Plan adopted January 4, 1989, and implemented by the City's Master Plan of Drainage. These measures are triggered at the project development level. IV. PLANT LIFE: b. The site is rough graded and periodically cleared of weeds. There are no known rare, unique, or endangered plant species on the site. Landscaping at the project level will consist of native species and generally accepted ornamental landscape species with emphasis on drought tolerant plant materials. d. No agricultural crops exist on the site. V. ANIMAL LIFE: b. The site is rough graded and periodically cleared of weeds. There are no known rare, unique, or endangered animal species on the site. Vl. NOISE: ao The proposed land use change is not expected to increase noise levels above that of the existing land use as anticipated in the General Plan and discussed in the Master Environmental Assessment for the General Plan. b. There are no sensitive receptors in the surrounding area that is zoned for commercial and industrial use. VII; LIGHT AND GLARE: ao Light levels for commercial development may be slightly more intense than levels under the industrial park designation, but not to a level of significance because the site adjoins Foothill Boulevard, a major commercial thoroughfare. Commercial development of the proposed site would be consistent with the light levels of shopping centers on the north side of Foothill Boulevard. VIII. LAND USE: a° General Plan Amendment and Industrial Area specific Plan Amendment applications are prescribed processes for changing land use designations. The dual applications are intended to make the General Plan and Zoning consistent with the subject land area. The change from Industrial Park to Community Commercial would not result in a substantial alteration of planned land use because the subject site is adjacent to Community Commercial land use areas. Xl. POPULATION: a° The proposed land use change would not result in a change in population from that addressed in the Master Environmental Assessment for the General Plan. Industrial Park is considered a high employment generator comparable to Commercial use. Further, many commercial uses are allowed within the Industrial Park land use category. No residential uses are allowed in either zone. Xll. HOUSING: Based on information contained in the Housing Element and the Master Environmental Assessment for the General Plan, current and planned housing stock will be sufficient to meet the needs of employees wishing to live in the City. There will be no significant increase in employment generation from retail commercial uses over industrial park uses; therefore, no significant impact on housing needs. Xlll. TRANSPORTATION: XlV. XVI. XVIII. XIX. XXe a. A review of anticipated development for the land use change by the Engineering Division revealed no significant traffic impacts. b. Parking will be provided consistent with the Development Code for commercial uses. Co Public transportation is available along Foothill Boulevard. There will be no significant change in the demand for public transportation with the proposed change in land use. The retail commercial uses authorized for future development are consistent with those permitted under the Development Code and General Plan for which the street widths were evaluated at a build-out condition. d. The proposed land use will maintain the existing circulation patterns for the movement of goods. e. The proposed land use will not affect the existing rail or air traffic in the area. PUBLIC SERVICES: a-f. The area is urbanized. Public services are existing. No substantial new services are anticipated with the project. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS: a-f. The area is urbanized. Utilities and services are existing. No substantial new utilities and services are anticipated with the project. AESTHETICS: a. The anticipated commercial development should not obstruct any view or vista currently open to the public. b. Future development will conform to the guidelines of the City, thereby eliminating any offensive site feature visible to the public. RECREATION: a. The retail commercial uses are not expected to impact existing recreational opportunities. CULTURAL RESOURCES: The site is part of a Master Plan of Development. The site has been rough graded and street improvements, including public utilities, installed. No known cultural resources exist on the site. F ~ XXl. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE: The proposed land use change would not cause any substantial adverse impacts to the environment. a. No know animal life or wildlife species are expected to be substantially impacted by the land use amendment. b. There are no known long-term environmental impacts that are expected to occur as a result of the land use amendment. c. It is not anticipated that the cumulative impacts of the project will have a substantial impact because of the amendment. d. It is not anticipated that the land use amendment will have any adverse impacts on human beings. INTEGRA ENGINEERING, INC. LAI",a-IZ) SU'RVE~zORS ' CI"V'IL EI~GIi'~-'~ERS August 28, 1996 RECEIVED AUG g City of Raficho Cocamofiga Planning Division TO: FROM: RE: W.O: City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department Integra Engineering, Inc. G.P.A. 96-03-A and ISPA 96-03 Air Quality Impacts 076.05 Purpose We are providing an analysis of the air quality caused by revising the original Master Plan for the subject site. In performing the analysis, the following methodology was used with reference to the South Coast Air Quality Management District CEQA Handbook. The-thresholds provided on page 6-2 of the Handbook were used to determine the potential significance of air quality impacts related to the proposed project. Tables 9-7 and 9-8 were utilized in calculating the amount of pollutant generation for individual land uses. The level of development shown on the original Rancho Cucamonga Business Park Specific Plan was considered to be the baseline for comparison. The analysis was done to determine if the proposed project would generate substantially increased emissions such that the thresholds shown on page 6-2 of the CEQA Handbook would be exceeded. Attached is a copy of the original Master Plan together with a building square foot and parking analysis along with the revised Master Plan reflecting the proposed land uses. 621 E. Carnegie Drive. Suite 120 * San Bernardino, CA 92408-3515 (909) 383-0200 * F.'%~3((909) 383-0203 INTEGRA ENGINEERING, INC. LAND $LrI~.VEYOR$ ~ CML ENGIN~ER.$ GPA 96-03A & (ISPA) 96-03 AIR QUALITY SIGNIFICANCE Land Use Notes Office (SM) 1,4 Shopping Ctr. (SM) 1,4 Restaurants 1,4 REVISED MASTER PLAN Office Park 1.5 Restaurants 1.5 ORIGINAL MASTER PLAN Mobile - Ibs./day Area/1000 ROC NOX CO PM 10 30 12.60 7.20 122.10 0.90 37 48.84 9.99 381.47 4.81 34.4 88.06 38.18 797.05 7.91 149.50 55.37 1300.62 13.62 139.80 44.73 25.16 437.57 4.19 27.90 71.42 30.97 646.44 6.42 116.15 56.13 1084.01 10.61 Land Use Notes Office (SM) 2,4 Shopping Ctr. (SM) 2,4 Restaurants 2.4 REVISED MASTER PLAN Office Park 2,5 Restaurants 2,5 ORIGINAL MASTER PLAN Enemy- Ibs./day Area~1000 ROC NOX CO PM 10 30.0 0.01 0.83 0.14 0.03 37.0 0.01 1.38 0.24 0.05 34.4 0.04 5.13 0.89 0.18 0.06 7.34 1.27 0.26 139.8 0.03 3.88 0.67 0.13 27.9 0.04 4.16 0.72 0.14 0.07 8.04 1.39 0.27 TOTALS: CURRENT MASTER PLAN ORIGINAL MASTER PLAN Difference Thresholds Not Exceeded 149.56 62.21 1301.89 13.88 116.22 64.17 1085.40 10.88 33.34 - 1.96 216.49 3.00 55.00 55.00 550.00 150.00 O.K. O.K. O.K. O.K. References Used: 621 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 120 (909) 383-0200 I Table 9-7, SCAQMD CEQAAir Quality Handbook, 1993 2 Table 9-8, SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality Handbook, 1993 3 Page 6-2, SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality Handbook, 1993 4 Areas from Revised Master Plan for Rancho Cucamonga Commercial Properties (Attached) 5 From Odginal Master Plan (Attached) * San Bernardino, CA 92408-351 $ FAX (909) 383-0;7.03 ~o pe ~? y ~)r l~ .17 . MASTER PLAN RANCHO CUCAMONGA BUSINESS PARK CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA DAON INTEGRA ENGINEERING, INC. LAI'q'D SURVEYORS * CML ENGIl~'IEERS August 28, 1996 W.O. 076.05 ORIGINAL MASTER PLAN (7.4 Acres) Two 2-story office buildings with 69,900 S.F. each Total: 129,800 S.F. Parking Provided = Parking Required = (4/1000) 571 stalls 559 stalls O.K. (5.31 Acres) Four Restaurants 1 - 4,700 S.F. 1 - 13,300 S.F. 1 - 5,400 S.F. 1 - 4,500 S.F. Sub Total 4 - 27,900 S.F. Parkino Reouired 47 stalls 133 stalls 54 stalls 45 stalls Parkinq Provided 279 stalls va. 352 O.K. Total S.F. = 167,700 Total Parking = 923 621 E. Carnegie Drive. Suite 120 * San Bernardino, CA 92408-3515 (909) 383-0200 * FAX (909) 383-0203 TOTAL 9 It.)~! ~00 10140I ~11111t41UIIIIII41~ kt RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03A, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM INDUSTRIAL PARK TO COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL FOR 12.65 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED SOUTH OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, NORTH OF LAUREL STREET, WEST OF SPRUCE AVENUE, AND EAST OF ASPEN AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, AND 80. A. Recitals. 1. Rancon Realty Fund III has filed an application for General Plan Amendment 96-03A as described in the title of this Resolution for 7.8 acres of land, to which the City of Rancho Cucamonga considered an additional 4.85 acres of adjacent land. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment of 12.65 total acres of land is referred to as "the application." 2. On January 8, and continued to February 12, 1997, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public hearing on January 8, and February 12, 1997, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 12.65 acres of land, within a rectangle configuration, located south of Foothill Boulevard, north of Laurel Street, west of Spruce Avenue, and east of Aspen Avenue and is presently developed with two restaurant buildings and the remaining land is vacant; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated Community Commercial and is developed with a community shopping center. The property to the west is designated Industrial Park and is partially developed with office buildings. The property to the east is designated Community Commercial and is partially developed with a hotel. The property to the south is designated Industrial Park and fully developed with an office park. c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development, within the district, in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and and This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. GPA 96-03A - RANCON REALTY FUND III February 12, 1997 Page 2 properties. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs I and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. The subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed distdct in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area; and b. The proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the surrounding properties; and c. The proposed amendment is not in conflict with the General Plan. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and recommends that the City Council adopt a Negative Declaration based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. That based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public headng and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment 96-03A for the land use designation change as shown on Exhibit "A" of this Resolution. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1997. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. GPA 96-03A - RANCON REALTY FUND III February 12, 1997 Page 3 BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Buller, Secretary I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of February 1997, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: A.ow ~ GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ~ I. , . . ,. ,, ,, ~ ,, ) / / / / /// / /'~ ~ ~ ~ , . . . , "I' '~~i/ / / ~ ~ HEAVY INDUSTRIAL GPA 96-03A ::..~ MIXED USE ,~ .COMMERCIAL RECREATION OPEN SPACE :,~ HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL · ,-,~. OPEN SPACE :---~ FLOOD CONTROL/UTILITY · ---- SPECIAL BOULEVARD RESIDENTIAL '-:: ~ l VERY LOW <2 DU's/AC ......... f' ~ ~ "' · · ~" ~-'- -" ~1 ~" ..., '~'.~~F .:3~~ "~'?~:~ ~ow ~-~u.s,~c , u.~-~ LOW-MEDIUM ~-SDUs/AC '" ' ~~~.;~;LM~ ,: '-,_~, , ~ ~ HiGH ~-3o OU's/AC & ~ [I ~ ~ ~. t.~J ~ ,~i ~ i ~ ~ I ~ ! ~ MASTER PLAN REQUIRED · ~~ .;~:~;t~ .... ;~.t;~.~*'~;".~ NEIGHBORHOOD COMM. PUBLIC FACILITIES E/F--37FIEXISTING SCHOOLS I"~J/" iPROPOSED SCHOOLS~ '~ PARKS '(EXISTING PARKS SHOWN 'P CITY OF R~.~O~AMONGA PLANj~11, .'.~.~!SI ON Project: ~.PA 'Tg> -d~ A Title: ~4~K.~RAL P4~ H/~-F.E~S~:P Exhibit: ~ Date' /- 8 - ? 7 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 96-03, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN TEXT FOR 12.65 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED SOUTH OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, NORTH OF LAUREL STREET, WEST OF SPRUCE AVENUE, AND EAST OF ASPEN AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 208-352-10, 11, 12, 79, AND 80. A. Recitals. 1. Rancon Realty Fund III has filed an application for Industrial Area Specific Plan Amendment 96-03 as described in the title of this Resolution for 7.8 acres of land, to which the City of Rancho Cucamonga considered an additional 4.85 acres of adjacent land. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Industrial Area Specific Plan Amendment of 12.65 total acres of land is referred to as "the application." 2. On January 8, and continued to February 12, 1997, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. 3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public hearing on January 8, and February 12, 1997, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 12.65 acres of land, within a rectangle configuration, located south of Foothill Boulevard, north of Laurel Street, west of Spruce Avenue, and east of Aspen Avenue and is presently developed with two restaurant buildings and the remaining land is vacant; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated Community Commercial and is developed with a community shopping center. The property to the west is designated Industrial Park and is partially developed with office buildings. The property to the east is designated Community Commercial and is partially developed with a hotel. The property to the south is designated Industrial Park and is fully developed with an office park. c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development, within the district, in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. ISPA 96-03 - RANCON REALTY FUND III February 12, 1997 Page 2 d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element and of the Industrial Area Specific Plan; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set fodh in paragraphs I and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. The subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area; and b. The proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties; and c. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan and Industrial Area Specific Plan. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and recommends that the City Council adopt a Negative Declaration based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. That based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby recommends approval of Industrial Area Specific Plan Amendment No. 96-03 to add text changes as set forth in Exhibit "A" of this Resolution. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. ISPA 96-03- RANCON REALTY FUND III February 12, 1997 Page 3 APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY t997. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Buller, Secretary I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of February 1997, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN PART IV - OVERLAY DISTRICTS AND SUBAREA. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS SUBAREA 7: Special Consideration (Page IV-52) Amend the following paragraph as noted with bold additions and strikeout deletions: On the south side of Foothill Boulevard, a Community Commercial Retail Center is Conditionally Permitted subject to a Master Plan on a 14.45 acre parcel bounded by Spruce Avenue on the west, Elm Avenue on the east, and Eucalyptus Street on the south. This site is a logical extension of the Haven and Foothill Activity Center which encourages a mix of uses to function as an active people place and be lively well into the night for the residents of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Compatibility with adjacent existing and intended Industrial Park Development shall be demonstrated through site planning, building design, and landscaping. The Center shall be substantially completed with the first phase of development with a minimum of two anchor stores of not less than 24,000 square feet each and all on-site infrastructure. In-line shops should be limited. A Community Commercial Retail Center may also be permitted, subject to use permit master plan approval, on 12.65 acres bounded by Foothill Boulevard on the north, Spruce Avenue on the east, Aspen Avenue on the west, and Laurel and White Oak Streets on the south. All retail business uses permitted in the Terra Vista Community Commercial designation are permitted within these Centers and are incorporated by reference. A Master Sign Programs shall be required and shall be consistent with sign code requirements for Commercial Retail Centers. (ISPA 96-01 and ISPA96-03) ' EXHIBIT "A" CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Brent Le Count, AICP, Associate Planner ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 96-26 - LAWRENCE GUARNIERI (BROOKLYN DELI}- A request to construct a 5,420 square foot restaurant and bar on 1.1 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan located at the northeast corner of Laurel Street and Aspen Avenue - APN: 208-352-80. ABSTRACT: The proposed restaurant includes a bar; therefore, is a conditionally permitted use which may be allowed within Subarea 7 of the Industrial Area Specific Plan. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: Surroundin(~ Land Use and Zoning: North - Applebee's Restaurant; Industrial Park (Subarea 7) and Retail; Terra Vista Planned Community South - Office; Industrial Park (Subarea 7) East - Vacant; Industrial Park (Subarea 7) West - Office; Industrial Park (Subarea 7) and Haven Avenue Overlay District General Plan Designations: Project Site - Industrial Park North - Industrial Park South - Industrial Park East - Industrial Park West Industrial Park Site Characteristics: The site has been rough graded and is directly south of the existing Applebee's restaurant. A monument sign/street name sign (concrete and rock veneer wall) for the Rancho Cucamonga Business Park exists at the corner. Curb and gutter exist along both street frontages. Parking Calculations: Number of Number of Type Square Parking Spaces Spaces of Use Footage Ratio Required Provided Restaurant with bar 5,420 1/100 54 59 Note: It is the applicant'.s intent to install an 800 square foot outdoor dining patio area on the east side of the proposed building (similar to Applebee's). This additional space would increase the total parking requirement to 64 spaces (5 more than proposed). The patio installation would be phased with the construction of off-site parking spaces to the east of the site associated with development of the remainder Rancon property. ITEM H PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT CUP 96-26 - BROOKLYN DELl February 12, 1997 Page 2 ANALYSIS: General: The applicant is proposing a sit-down restaurant with bar serving alcoholic beverages. The restaurant features 5,420 square feet of interior space with the potential future installation of an 800 square foot patio area for outdoor dining. The site is part of a large vacant parcel owned by Rancon. A General Plan Amendment and a Zone Change for the overall site are pending. Design Review Committee: The Committee (Macias, Fong) reviewed the project on December 30, 1996, and recommended the project be restudied and brought back for further review (see Exhibit "G"). Recommendations included redesigning the west and south elevations, extending the sidewalk link from Applebee's across the site, and incorporating brick accent material. The project was scheduled for Committee review on January 14, 1997, however, the applicant was unable to submit revised plans; therefore, the item was continued to February 4, 1997. On February 4, 1997, the Committee (Bethel, Macias, Coleman) again reviewed the project and recommended approval subject to the following conditions together with those recommended on December 30, 1996: Add cornice treatment to the top of the 6-foot high freestanding wall along the west elevation to match the smaller cornice on the building. 2. Cover the entire 6-foot high freestanding wall along the west elevation with terra cotta tile. Add score/reveal lines to elevations to provide visual interest and detail and to prevent the stucco from cracking. Technical Review Committee: The Technical and Grading Review Committees have reviewed the project and recommend approval subject to the conditions contained in the attached resolution. Environmental Assessment: The Initial Study has been completed and attached for your review. Staff has determined that the project will not have a significant adverse effect on the environment. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radius of the project site. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval through adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval with conditions and issuance of a Negative Declaration. City Planner Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Exhibit "B" - Exhibit "C" - Exhibit "D" - Exhibit "E" - Exhibit "F" - Exhibit "G" - Exhibit "H" - Resolution of Location Map Site Plan Grading Plan Landscape Plan Floor Plan Elevations DRC Action from December 30, 1996 Initial Study Parts I and II Approval with Conditions ,.---~ :' P-R-O J E Location Map TENTAT~¥E $~¥E PLAN ....---+ ...... II ---- ..........'-' ..............*-+-'-- ----, -------'4>' ......4,.- ................~--. L j__:_ --=-~---:---,-------:¢ ......¥:-- ::;::::i::::---+--- o -~.._..-------'J_...._...--~ '- ..... '-4 .... r- ....;:::' ~.~' _.., .... I.L__. ...... ~ .... L. , . .... '"-:.2_,:....~.__. ~."¢;r'- '- , ~ '--I '. DELl .____jr~ , x_. , ' , - ---' (/7 , : ,,~..,h-~ x'~-:-:-~,---;-~-.~---.--~----~--A-/---.V: ....'----' LAUREL STREET ' [SITE PLAN -:1 I I I- p- I I I r I --LAUREL STREE _J CITY OF RANCHO CUCANONOA BROO. KLYN DEI'I ...... P=L~ I I .L FLOOR PLAN Qt. Z Z_~ ZZZZ SECOND STORY OFFICE WEST ELEVATION SOUTH ELEVATION ~11t' [ I ~111111tl I IIIIIII Iii I · EAST ELEVATION DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 5:30 p.m. Brent LeCount December 30, 1996 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 96-26 - BROOKLYN DELl - A request to construct a 5,420 square foot restaurant and bar on 1.10 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan located at the northeast comer of Laurel Street and Aspen Avenue - APN: 208-352-80 Design Parameters: The site has been rough graded and is directly south of the existing Applebee's restaurant. The site is part of a larger vacant parcel owned by Rancon. A General Plan Amendment and Zone Change to change the land use from Industrial Park to Community Commercial for the overall site are pending; however, the restaurant/bar use is conditionally permitted under the current industrial zoning subject to Industrial Park requirements. The proposed building will be visible from Foothill Boulevard, Laurel Street, and Aspen Avenue. Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee discussion. Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion regarding this project: Restudy design of west and south elevations to provide greater articulation, fenestration, and detail, and to avoid blank walls. The south and west elevations are important streetscape elevations and should not be treated as the "back side" of the building. The enhanced walkway south from Applebee's should be extended as an east-west walkway, including lighting, along the north edge of the subject site to provide a connection to future development parcels to the east. Decorative pavement should match existing at Applebee's. Secondarv Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues: 1. Provide undulating berms within landscaping along Laurel Avenue. The entry door faces east into the Santa Ana winds. suggested. A second door inside the building is 3. Preserve existing concrete and rock monument sign and Alder trees at the comer. 4. Parking lot trees and lighting fixtures should match the existing at Applebee's. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be redesigned. Design Review Committee Action: Members Present: Rich Macias, Nancy Fong Staff Planner: Brent LeCount The Design Review Committee requested that the project return to the Committee as a Consent Calendar item with recommended issues addressed as follows: EXHIBIT "G" ~_~ c~ DRC COMMENTS CUP 96-26 - BROOKLYN DELI December 30, 1996 Page 2 Restudy design of south and west elevations to provide greater articulation, fenestration, and detail, and to avoid large blank walls. The south and west elevations are important street scape elevations and should not be treated as the "back side" of the building. Incorporate the use of brick as an exterior accent material to provide visual continuity with Applebee's. Extend the enhanced walkway south from Applebee's in an east-west direction along the north edge of the site to provide a connection to future development parcels to the east. Decorative pavement and lighting fixtures shall match existing at Applebee's. Provide increased landscaping (hedge-row planting) along Laurel Avenue. The entry door faces east into the Santa Ana winds. A second door inside the building is suggested. Preserve existing concrete and rock monument sign and Alder trees at the comer. Parking lot trees and lighting fixtures shall match the existing at Applebee's. EXHIBIT "G" C;.'! cf Ran~,o Cucan~on~a (90~) 4?7-2750 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM (Part i -Initial Study) The purpose of this form is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed project so that the'City:may review the project pursuantto.City policies; ordinances, and guidelines'; the:California Environmental Quality Act; and the City's Rules and Procedures to Implement CEQA. i It is important that the information requested in this application be provided in full~ ..... ~ INFOREIA TION: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete at the time of submittal,' City staff wi/l not be available to perform work required to provide missing information. Application Number for the project to which this form pertains: Name & Address of project owner(s): Name F. Address of developer or project sponsor7. Contact Person & Address.' l.l..,n~n_ Number: Name ~ Address of person prepan'ng this form (i; different from above).' Information indicated by asterisk (') is not required of non-construction CUP's unless othervise requested by staft,~ '1) Provide a full scale (8-1/2 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the site boundaries. 2) Provide a set of color photograph$ which show representative views int_~o the site from the north, south, east and west,' views int_..~o and from the site from the primary access points which serve the site; and representative views of significant features from the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph. 3) Assessor's Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary): 40 ~.) -- .~ ~""-2. -- ~ 0 '5) Gross Site Area (aclsq. ft.): Net Site Area (toto~ite size minus area of pubh'c streets & proposed dedications): Describe any proposed general plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (attach additional sheet it' necessary.' Inciude a description of all pem~its which wi# be necessar,/ from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental asencies in order to ;,,,liy implement the project.' i / / Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists befo~ the ~m/ect including information on topography, soil stabNty, p/ants and animals, mature. trees, trails and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Describe any existing struct.res on s,"te (including age and condition) and the use of the str~,ctures. Attach photographs of significant features described. In addition, site all sources of infon'nation (i.e., geological and/or hydro/ogic studies, biotic and archeotogical surveys, trafr, Tc studies): ~OJ Descn'be the known cultural and/or histon'ca[ aspects of the site. Site aft sources of infon'nation (books, pubfished reports and oral h/story): Describe any noise sources and their levels that now affect the site (aircraft, roadway noise, etc.) and how they will affect proposed uses: 72) Describe the proposed project in deraft. This should provide an ~dequate description of the site in terms of u&)'nate use which will result from the prosed project. Indicate if the~ '= = ~' = ~ '~= = ~ extent a, ~ ¢ropos~d ,.n.ses ,or .~ v~lopm~nt. t,ffe of development to occur with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each increment, A~ac,~ additional sheet(s) if necessary: ~ ~ -/ 13) Deson'be the surrounding properties. including information on plants and anirnals and any cultural, historical, or sconic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, comme~ial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.) and scale of development (height, frontage, setback. rear yard, etc.).' the proposed project change the pattern, scale or c,ffaracter cf the surrounding general area of the project? Indicate the type of short-tenm and long-term noise to be gene,"ated, including source and amount. How will these noise levels a,~,~ct adjacent properties and on-site uses. What methods of sound proofing are proposed? 17) Indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drains: Indicate expected amount of water usage. t,~e Cucamonga County Water District at 987-2591. a. Residential (gallday) b. Commercia~nd. (gal/day/ac) 19) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal. __ (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further clarification, please contact Peak use (gallDay) Peak use (gal/min/ac) Septic Tank ~/~ewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach parcclarion tests. If discharrje to a sanitany sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation.' (See A::.achment A for usage estimates). For further clarification, please contact the Cucamonga Coun~ Water District at 987-2591. a. Residential (gallday) b. Commercial/Ind. (gallday/ac) RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS: 20) Number of residential units.' Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes. minimum lot size and maximum lot size: Attached (indicace '=;' = ',vn..n.r units are rental or for sale units): Anticipated range d sale prices and/or rents.' Sale Price(s) 5 Rent (per month) $ 22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit type: to $ $ 23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type.' 24) Indicate the expected number of school children who will be residing within the project: Distn'cts as shown in A~achment B: a. Elementary: b. Junior High: c. Senior High COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS 25) Desc6be type of use(s) and major function(s) of commemial, industn'al or institutional uses: Contact the approprfate School e:. -~..'~5 Pa~e 6 of 10 27) Indicate hours of operation: 28) Number of employees: Total: Maximum Shift: Time of Maximum Shift: 29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and salary ranges, as well as an indication of the rate of hire for each classification (attach additional sheet ff necessary): 2z'g'z~.,~'? C=,,z , ,~ ELF ~ ~,~ , 6 ~..~,,~ ~ ·,' 'z-.-.,.~.~.m.,-z./~.,,.,,-r,-,.~< ...h .z/, '¢S'" e~'~ ,~,'~. / ~- 30) Estimation of the number of workers to be hired that currently reside in the City: '31) For commercial and industrial uses only, indicate the source. type and amount of air pollution emissions. (Data should be verified through the South Coast Air Quafity Management District. at (818) 572-5283): ALL PROJECTS 32) con,ac,_d to d. t- _ their ability to provide Have the water, sewer, fire_, and fiood contml agencies serving the project been ' ~,~ ,~ ~rmin,~ adequate service to the proposed project? If so, please indicate their response. ]417 eif- ~'.73 Pa? 7 .of 10 33) In the known histocy of this property, has there been any use, storage. or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic mate,dais? Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limi,:ed to PC3's; radioactive substances: pesticides and herbicides; fuels, oils, solvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note unde~r~und storage of any of the above. Please list the materials and describe their use, storage, and/or discha~e on the prope~y, as well as the dates of use, if known. 3~) W~11 the proposed project involve the temporary or long-term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials, including but not limited to those examples listed above? fl yes, provide an inventor'/of all such materials to be used and proposed method of disposaL The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be shown and labeled on the application plans. I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the at'~ached exhibits present. data and information required for adequate evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, tha~e facts. state/~e~ts./,a'nd information presented are true and correct tot he best of my knowledge and belief. I further unde.~tand that addit~'na~X'orrnat~r~' may be raguired to be submiEed ATTACHMENT A Water Usage Average use per day Residential Single Family Apt/Condo Commercial/Industrial General and Regional Commercial Neighborhood Commercial General Industrial Industrial Park Peak Usage For all uses Average use x 2.0 600 gallday 400 gallday 3000 gal/day/ac 1500 gallday/ac 1500 gaf/day/ac 3000 gat/day/ac Sewer Flows Residential Single Family Apt/Condos Commercial/Industrial General Commercial Neighborhood Commercial General Industrial Heavy Industrial Source: Cucamonga Coun~ Water District Master Plan, 9/85 270 gaI/day 200 gaff day 2000 gal/daylac 100-1500 gallday/ac 2000 gal/day/ac 3000 gal/day/ac e!," - ,'/~5 Pa~e 9 of 10 ATTACHMENT Contact the school district for your area for amount and payment of school fees: Elementary School Districts Alta Loma 9350 Base Line Road, Suite F Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 987-0766 Central 9457 Foothill Boulevard Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 989-8541 Cucamonga 8776 Archibald Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 987-8942 Etiwanda 5959 Fast Avenue P.O. Box 248 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (909) 899-2451 High School Chaffey High School 211 West 5th Street Ontario, CA 91752 (909) 988-8511 Pace ~.0 cf 10 'I:\FINAL\CEQA\INSTUDY. PT2 (July 17, 1996) CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II BACKGROUND 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Project File #/Name: ~_..t~::::) '~:::,-'~:~' Related Files: ~ ~. ~ Applicant: ~~~ - ~O~t~ Address: ~¢~ ~¢~- ~/~ Project Description: ~]. ~1~, Project Accepted as Complete (date): ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation is required for ,11 "Yes" and "Maybe" answers on attached sheets, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects ~dentified. EARTH - Will the proposal result in: a) b) c) d) e) f) g) Yes Maybe N__~o Unstable earth conditions or changes in the geologic structure? Disruptions, displacement, compaction, or over covering of the soil? Change in the topography or ground surface relief features? The destruction, covering, or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sand, or changes in siltation, deposition, or erosion which may modify the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the ocean or any bay, inlet, or lake? Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards, such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? II. AIR - Will the proposal result in: a) Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b) The creation of objectionable odors? () () Alteration of air movement moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? () III. IV. WATER - Will the proposal result in: a) Changes in currents, or the course of direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? b) Changes in the absorption rate, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? c) Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any body? e) Discharge into surface waters, or in alteration of surface water quality, including, but not limited to, temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity? f) Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? g) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? h) Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? i) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? PLANT LIFE - Will the proposal result in: a) Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? b) Reduction in the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? c) Introduction of new species of plants into an area or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? d) Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? () (,-r"' (} ( ) ( ) ( ) () () ( ) (..~'" () Vo ANIMAL LIFE - Will the proposal result in: a) Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of animals (birds, land animals, including reptiles, fish, and shellfish benthic organisms or insects)? b) Reduction of the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species of animals? c) Introduction of any new species of animals into the area or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? d) Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? ( ) () ( ) ( ~'" () Vl. NOISE - Will the proposal result in: a) Increase in existing noise levels? b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? () () () () VII. LIGHT AND GLARE - Will the proposal: a) Produce new light and glare? () VIII. LAND USE - Will the proposal result in: a) Substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? () () (~.--" IX. NATURAL RESOURCES - Will the proposal result in.' a) Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? () ( ) RISK OF UPSET - Will the proposal involve: a) A risk of explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? ) (,~'"' ( ) () Xl. POPULATION - Will the proposal.' a) Alter the location, distribution, population of an area? density, or growth rate of the human () Xll. HOUSING - Will the proposal.' a) Affect existing housing or create a demand for additional housing? () ( ) XlII. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION - Will the proposal result in: a) Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? ( ) ( ) b) Effects on existing parking facilities or demand for new parking? ( ) ( ) c) Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? ( ) ( ) d) Alterations to the present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? ( ) ( ) e) Alterations to waterborne, rail, or air traffic? ( ) ( ) f) Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians? ( ) ( ) XlV. PUBLIC SERVICES - Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for, new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire prote :::ion? b) Police protection? c) Schools? d) Parks and other recreational facilities? e) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? f) Other governmental services? XV. ENERGY - Will the proposal result in: a) Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? ( ) b) Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy or require the development of new sources of energy? ( ) XVl. UTILITIES and SERVICE SYSTEMS - W/I/the proposal result in a need for new systems or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? b) Cdmmunications systems? c) Water? d) Sewer or septic tanks? e) Storm water drainage? f) Solid waste disposal? () () () () () () ( ) ( ) XVll. HUMAN HEALTH - Will the proposal result in: a) Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? b) Exposure of people to potential health hazards? () () () XVlII. AESTHETICS - Will the proposal result in: a) The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public? b) Creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? () () () () XlX. RECREATION - Will the proposal result in: a) Impact upon the quality of existing recreational opportunities? () ( b) Restrict the religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? XX. CULTURAL RESOURCES - Willthe proposal.' a) Result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archeological site? b) Result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? c) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? () () (~-"'" XXl. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE - a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self- sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or ( ) ( ) (~'"' prehistory? Short term: Does the project have the potential to achieve shod-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A shod-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time. Long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) ( ) ( ) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect on the total of those impacts on the environment is ( ) ( ) ( significant.) Substantial adverse: Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? ( ) ( ) b) c) d) XXlI. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (Narrative description of environmental impacts) - XXIII. DISCUSSION OF LAND USE IMPACTS (Examine whether the project would be consistent with existing zoning, plans, and other applicable land use controls) - XXIV. EARLIER ANALYSES - Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500 Civic Center Drive (check all that apply): General Plan EIR XXV. __ Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 Update of the General Plan Industrial Area Specific Plan EIR Victoria Planned Community EIR Terra Vista Planned Community EIR Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan EIR Etiwanda North Specific Plan EIR Other: Other: DETERMINATION - On the basis of this initial evaluation: a) b) I find that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared ........................................................................... I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because mitigation measures described on the attached sheets have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared ..........................................................................( ) c) I find that the proposed project may have a significant effect on the environment. AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required ............................................................... ( ) Preparer's Signature Print ame and Title XXVl. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION (To be completed by applicant) - I certify that I am the applicant for the project described in this Initial Study. I acknowledge that I have read this Initial Study and the proposed mitigation measures. Further, I have revised the project plans or proposals and/or hereby agree to the proposed mitigation measures to avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant environmental effects would occur. Signature: Date: Print Name and Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Initial Study - Part II Discussion of Environmental Evaluation Project Description: Conditional Use Permit to allow a full service restaurant with a bar in the Industrial Park designation (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan located at the southeast comer of l,aurel Street and Aspen Avenue. APN: 208-352-80 I. Earth: III. VII. Xo a) The site will be graded to accommodate the building for the proposed use. The grading will be conducted under the supervision of a licensed surveyor or registered geologist. Water: a) The absorption rate will be altered because of the paving and proposed hardscape. All waters will be conveyed to approved drainage facilities which have been designed to handle the flows. Light and Glare: a) New light and glare will be created because the property is currently vacant. A condition of approval requires the applicant to submit a lighting plan for review and approval to ensure the light does not spill over on to adjacent properties. Risk of Upset: a) The use of natural gas for cooking could pose the potential for explosion. Special permits will be required by the Fire District to minimize the potential. The impact is not considered significant. Discussion of Land Use Impacts: The project is a conditionally permitted use in the Industrial Park land use category. Should the project be approved, conditions will be added to ensure compatibility with surrounding property and uses. 1 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 96-26 FOR BROOKLYN DELl RESTAURANT AND BAR, LOCATED IN THE INDUSTRIAL PARK DISTRICT (SUBAREA 7) OF THE INDUSTRIAL AREA SPECIFIC PLAN, ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LAUREL STREET AND ASPEN AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 208-352-80. A. Recitals. 1. Lawrence Guarnieri has filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit No. 96-26, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application." 2. On the 12th day of February 1997, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said headng on that date. 3. All legal prerequisites pdor to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. 'NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public headng on February 12, 1997, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to property located on the northeast comer of Laurel Street and Aspen Avenue with a street frontage of 255.9 feet on Laurel Street and 117.8 feet on Aspen Avenue and which is presently vacant; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is a restaurant, the property to the south consists of an office park, the property to the east is vacant, and the property to the west is an office building; and c. The application contemplates the construction and operation of a 5,420 square foot restaurant and bar with an 800 square foot outdoor dining patio; and d. The property to the north is an existing restaurant and bar of similar size. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above- referenced public headng and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 96-26 - BROOKLYN DELl February 12, 1997 Page 2 a. That the proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located. b. That the proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. c. That the proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Planning Division 1) Extend the enhanced walkway south from Applebee's in an east-west direction along the north edge of the subject site to provide a connection to future development parcels to the east. Decorative pavement and lighting fixtures shall match those existing at Applebee's. 2) Provide increased landscaping in the form of hedge row planting along Laurel Avenue. 3) Provide a second main entry door inside the building to mitigate high easterly winds. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 96-26 - BROOKLYN DELl February 12, 1997 Page 3 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) lO) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) Preserve existing concrete and rock monument sign and Alder trees at the comer. Parking lot trees and lighting fixtures shall match those existing at Applebee's. Add cornice treatment matching the smaller comice on the building to the top of the 6-foot high freestanding wall along the west elevation. Cover the entire 6-foot high freestanding wall along the west elevation with terra cotta tile. Terra cotta tiles shall wrap to intedor comers when applied to walls and shall wrap around all surfaces of column bases. Colored tiles or similar color treatment shall be applied to the interior portion of wall medallions. Add score/reveal lines to elevations to provide visual interest and detail and prevent the stucco from cracking. The outdoor dining patio is not approved by this permit because of insufficient parking. If the applicant is able to secure and record a reciprocal parking agreement with the adjoining property owner to the east, the outdoor dining patio may be built subject to Planning Division approval of design prior to construction. Specify that tree wells within the parking lot shall be surrounded by standard raised concrete curbing. No entertainment is permitted by this approval. No entertainment, as defined by RCMC 5.12.020, shall be conducted without first obtaining an Entertainment Permit from the Planning Commission. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours. The entire site shall be kept free of trash and debris at all times, and in no event shall trash and debris remain for more than 24 hours. Pursuant to provisions of the Califomia Public Resources Code Section 21089 (b), this application shall not be operative, vested, or final, nor will building permits be issued or a map recorded, until (1) the Notice of Determination (NOD) regarding the associated environmental action is filed and posted with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino; and (2) any and all required filing fees assessed pursuant to California Fish and Game Code Section 711.4, together with any required handling charges, are paid to the County Clerk of the County of San Bemardino. The applicant shall provide the Planning Division with a stamped and confirmed copy of the Notice of Determination together with a receipt showing that all fees have been paid. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. CUP 96-26 - BROOKLYN DELl February 12, 1997 Page 4 17) All doors and gates to service areas and utility rooms shall be painted to match the building color. Engineering Division 1) Aspen Avenue shall be restriped to provide a two-way left turn lane from Foothill Boulevard to Red Oak Street. 2) Driveway accent paving shall be located outside the public right-of-way. Police 1) Trees planted adjacent to the building shall be located so as not to provide access to the roof for secudty purposes. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1997 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Buller, Secretary I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of February 1997, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CON DITIONS PROJECT#: SUBJECT: APPLICANT: LOCATION: CUP 96-26 Brooklyn Dell Larry Guarnieri Northeast corner of Aspen and Laurel ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. Time Limits coml~letion Date Approval shall expire, unless extended by the Planning Commission, if building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 months from the date of approval. / / B. Site Development 1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include / / site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations, and the Industrial Area Specific Plan. 2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all Conditions / / of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. 3. Occupancy ofthe facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and __/ / State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. / / / I All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. SC - 10/96 Project No. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the time of building permit issuance. CUP 96-26 Completion Date / / A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and approved by the City Planner and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of building permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of shielding so as not to adversely affect adjacent properties. / / Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations, and the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. / / All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. / / 10. All building numbers shall be identified in a clear and concise manner, including proper illumination. / / C. Building Design All dwellings shall have the front, side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment, detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. / / All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or pr~)jections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and streets as required by the Planning DMsion. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be included in building plans. / / D. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans) All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb). / / Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided throughout the development to connect buildings with open spaces/plazas/recreational uses. / / All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances, and exits shall be striped per City standards. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall, whichever is greater, of the total number of stalls for use by the handicapped. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at the rate of one percent. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square feet. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily residential projects or more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the required automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater. After the first 50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are 2.5 percent of the required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall provide bicycle storage / / Project No. CUP 96-26 Completion Date spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent on the required automobile parking spaces with a minimum of a 3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking spaces required exceed 100. Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number shall be rounded off to the higher whole number. Carpool and vanpool designated off-street parking close to the building shall be provided for commercial, office, and industrial facilities at the rate of 10 percent of the total parking area. If covered, the vertical clearance shall be no less than 9 feet. / / E. Landscaping A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in this case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or pdor final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision. / / Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading plans. The location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees shall be shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods. / / Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking stalls, sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21. / / / / / / Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one tree per 30 linear feet of building. All private slopes of 5 feet or less in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground cover. In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy. For multi-family residential and non-residential development, property owners are responsible for the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted areas within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and maintained in healthy and thrMng condition, and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming. Any damaged, dead, diseased, or decaying plant material shall be replaced within 30 days from the date of damage. SC - 10/96 The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the Engineering Division. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer. Fo Project No, 10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division. 11. Tree maintenance criteda shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural growth characteristics of the selected tree species. 12. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code. Signs The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this approval. Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of any signs. CUP 96-26 Coml~letion Date / / / / / / / / APPLICANTS SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: G. Site Development The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Code, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of issuance of relative permits. Please contact the Building and Safety Division for copies of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development or addition to an existing development, the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: Transportation Development Fee, Drainage Fee, School Fees, Permit and Plan Checking Fees. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation and pdor to issuance of building permits. H. Grading Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Code, City Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial. conformance with the approved grading plan. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to perform such work. 3. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits. / / / / / / / / / / APPUCANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: I. Dedication and Vehicular Access SC - 10/96 Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&R's or by deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building permits, where no map is involved. / / Project No. Street Improvements All public improvements (interior streets, drainage facilities, community trails, paseos, landscaped areas, etc.) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards. Intedor street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, curb and gutter, AC pavement, drive approaches, sidewalks, street lights, and street trees. 2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to: Curb & A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike Other Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Aspen Avenue Laurel Street C F ,/ ,/ CUP 96-26 Completion Date / / / / Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk shall be curvilinear per STD. 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be provided for this item. (f) Drive approach shall conform to City Standard 101-C. Improvement Plans and Construction: Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety lights on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements, prior to final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any other permits required. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit, and interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside of BCR, ECR or any other locations approved by the City Engineer. Notes: (1) Pull boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets, a maximum of 200 feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer. (2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (along streets) galvanized steel with pull rope or as specified. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City Standards or as directed by the City Engineer. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with adequate detours dudng construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash / / / / / / / / / / / / SC - 10/9~ No. deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving, which shall be refunded upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. go Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots. h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan check. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in accordance with the City's street tree program. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required. Public Maintenance Areas A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer. Utilities Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water, gas, electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility Standards. Easements shall be provided as required. 2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits, whichever occurs first. M. General Requirements and Approvals A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City, covering the estimated operating costs for all new street lights for the first six mont~s of operation, prior to final map approval or prior to building permit issuance if no map is involved. cup 96-26 Completion Date / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT, (909) 477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: N. General Fire Protection Conditions 1. Fire flow requirement shall be 2,000 gallons per minute. a. A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel prior to water plan approval. 2. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department personnel. / / / / / / o 10. 11. 12. 13. Project No. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6" dser with a 4" and a 2-1/2" outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and model numbers. Pdor to the issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Fire District that an approved temporary water supply for fire protection is available, pending completion of required fire protection system. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to final inspection. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below: X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage, high piled stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if sprinkler system is adequate for proposed operations. Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of sprinkler system. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below: X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. X California Code Regulations Title 24. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted: X All roadways. Fire department access shall be amended to facilitate emergency apparatus. Emergency access, a minimum of 26 feet wide, shall be provided, and maintained free and clear of obstructions at all times, during construction in accordance with Fire District requirements. All trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed a minimum of 14'6" from ground up so as not to impede fire apparatus. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall be submitted pdor to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific details and ordering information. 14. Plan check fees in the amount of $O have been paid. An additional $ 645.00 shall be paid: 15. X Prior to final plan approval. Note: Separate plan check fees for fire protection systems (sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon submittal of plans. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1994 UBC, UFC, UPC, UMC, NEC, and RCFD Standards 22 and 15. CUP 96-26 Coml~letion Date / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / Oo Special Permits 1. Special permits may be required, depending on intended use, as noted below: a. Places of assembly (except churches, schools, and other non-profit organizations). b. Compressed gases (storage, handling or use exceeding 100 cubic feet). Project No. APPUCANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPUANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: P. Security Lighting eo So All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power. These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings, with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the entire development. 3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant f~xtures. Security Hardware One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used. 2. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal gates, or alarmed. Windows All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted from frame or track in any manner. Building Numbering Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime visibility. Developer shall paint rooftop numbers on one or more fiat roofs of this development. They shall be a minimum of three feet in length and two feet in width and of contrasting color to background. The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department. Alarm Systems 1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and in turn save dollars and lives. SC - 10/96 8 CUP 96-26 Com131etlon Date / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer Willie Valbuena, Assistant Engineer ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 14691 - RANCON REALTY FUND II - A subdivision of 6.0 acres of land into 2 parcels in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 7) of the Industrial Area Specific Plan, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Aspen Avenue - APN: 208-352-80. Staff recommends issuance of a Negative Declaration. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: A. Action Requested: Approval of the proposed Tentative Parcel Map as shown on Exhibit "B". B. Parcel Size: Parcel 1 1.0 acres Parcel 2 5.0 acres 6.0 acres C. Existing Zoning: Industrial Park, ISP Subarea 7 D. Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: North South - East - West Restaurant, Terra Vista Town Center Medical Office Park Restaurant and vacant Office Buildings E. Surrounding General Plan and Developments Code Designations: North - South - East - West Terra Vista Community Plan, Community Commercial ISP Subarea 7, Industrial Park ISP Subarea 7, Industrial Park ISP Subarea 7, Haven Overlay District Site Characteristics: The site is vacant and slopes to the south at 4 percent. Street improvements are in place on three sides. Existing restaurants and their access driveways form the east and west boundaries. ITEM I PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT PM 14691 - RANCON REALTY FUND II February 12, 1997 Page 2 ANALYSIS: The purpose of the Parcel Map is to separate Parcel 1 for development per Conditional Use Permit 96-26, also on tonight's agenda. The applicant has provided a master plan (Exhibit "C") to show how eventual development on Parcel 2 could occur. Said master plan was reviewed by Staff and various City departments in September of 1996 and was found to be acceptable. Planning staff recommends that Parcel 1 dimensions be adjusted as necessary to be consistent with CUP 96-26 site modifications through the review process. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The applicant completed Part I of the Initial Study. Staff conducted a field investigation and completed Part II of the Initial Study. No adverse impacts upon the environment are anticipated as a result of this map. Therefore, issuance of a Negative Declaration is appropriate. CORRESPONDENCE: Notices of Public Hearing have been sent to surrounding property owners and placed in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin. Posting at the site has also been completed. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Planning Commission consider all input and elements of the Tentative Parcel Map 14691. If after such consideration, the Commission deems appropriate, then the adoption of the attached Resolution would be in order. Respectfully submitted, Senior Civil Engineer Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Vicinity Map Exhibit "B" - Tentative Map Exhibit "C" - Master Plan Resolution and Recommended Conditions of Approval CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ENGINEERING DIVISION Iql=91 ./ I I TERRA VISIA COMMUNITY PLAN C OM~4r. RCIAL O~StR].rt PARCEL MAP No 11030 FOOTHILL BOULEVARO PARCEL ~ iNDUSTRIAL PARK ~L / .S.P. SUBAREA 7 INnUSTRIAL/ PARK \ I.S.P. SUB,'.JREA 7 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ENGINEERING DIVISION ITEM: ~,~A/~~'-'~'/ /~,,~/~ /4~".~/ TITLE: T~'~vT~m~ T/VF ~em~ EXHIBIT: '~,/c~// N. TS. i CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ENGINEERING DIVISION RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, CONDITIONALLY APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NUMBER 14691 LOCATED AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, EAST OF ASPEN AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 208-352-80 WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map Number 14691, submitted by Rancon Realty Fund III, applicant, for the purpose of subdividing into 2 parcels, the real property situated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, County of San Bernardino, State of California, identified as APN: 208-352-80, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Aspen Avenue; and WHEREAS, on February 12, 1997, the Planning Commission held a duly advertised public hearing for the above-described map. NOW, THEREFORE, THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: That the following findings have been made: That the map is consistent with the General Plan and the Industrial Area Specific Plan. That the improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the General Plan and the Industrial Area Specific Plan. 3. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed development. That the proposed subdivision and improvements will not cause substantial environmental damage or public health problems or have adverse effects on abutting properties. SECTION 2: Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all wdtten and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration based upon the findings as follows: That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the I PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PM 14691 - RANCON REALTY FUND III February 12, 1997 Page 2 proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission dudng the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. SECTION 3: Tentative Parcel Map Number 14691 is hereby approved subject to the attached Standard Conditions and the following Special Conditions: Engineering Division: Aspen Avenue shall be restriped to provide a two-way left turn lane from Foothill Boulevard to Red Oak Street. A contribution in-lieu of construction for the Foothill Boulevard median island shall be paid to the City as indicated below. The amount of the contribution shall be prorated on a per acre basis from the total contribution attributable to Parcel Map 10444. That total contribution shall be one half the cost of the median (estimated at $60 per linear foot) times the length of the Foothill Boulevard frontage from a projection of the easterly right-of-way line for Aspen Avenue to a projection of the westerly right-of-way line for Spruce Avenue. Contribution for Parcel 1 shall be paid prior to approval of the final parcel map. Contribution for Parcel 2 shall be paid prior to building permit issuance on or further subdivision of that parcel, whichever occurs first. Planning Division: Parcel I dimensions should be adjusted as necessary to be consistent with CUP 96-26 plans to the satisfaction of the City Planner and the City Engineer. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1997. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: E. David Barker, Chairman ATTEST: Brad Buller, Secretary PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PM 14691 - RANCON REALTY FUND III February 12, 1997 Page 3 I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of February 1997, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Those A. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. items checked are Conditions of Avproval. Dedications and Vehicular Access I. Rights-of-way and easements shall be dedicated to the City. tbr all interior public streets, community. trails, public paseos, public landscape areas, s~eet trees, traffic signal encroachment and maintenance and public drainage facilities as shown on the plans and/or tentative map. Private easements for non-public facilities (cross-lot drainage, local feeder trails, etc.) shall be reserved as shown on the plans and/or tentative map. 2. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way for the perimeter streets (measured from street centerline): total feet on total feet on total feet on total feet on · 3. An irrevocable offer of dedication for roadway purposes shall be made for the private streets. 4. Comer property. line cutoffs shah be dedicated per Cid' Standards. $. Vehicular access rig~hts shall be dedicated to the City for the following streets, except for approved openings: 6. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by C C & R's or by deeds and shall be recorded prior to or concurrent with the final parcel map. Reciprocal parking agreements for all parcels and maintenance a~eements ensuring joint maintenance of all common roads, drives, or parking areas shall be provided by C C & R's or deeds and shall be recorded prior to or concurrent with the final parcel map. 8. All existing easements lying within future right-of-way are to be quitclaimed or delineated on the final parcel map per the City Engineer's requirements. 9. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be dedicated to the City. 10. Private ciminage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated or noted on the final parcel map. I1. Additional street rig.ht-of-way shall be dedicated along right turn lanes, to provide a minimum of 7 feet measured from the face of curbs. If curb adjacent sidewalk is used along the right turn lane, a parallel street tree easement shall be provid.ed. 12. The developer shall make a good faith effort to acquire the required off-site property interests necessary. to construct :he required public improvements and, if he/she should fail to do so, the developer shall at lea~t 120 clays prior to submittal of the final parcel map for approval, enter into an a~eement to complete the improvements pursuant to Government Code Section 66462 at such time as the City acquires the property interests required for the improvements. Such a~eement shall provide for pa.vment by the developer of all costs incurred by the City to acquire :he off-site property interests required in connection with the subdivision. Security for a portion of these costs shall be in the form of a cash deposit in the amount given in an appraisal report obtained by the developer, at developer's cost. The appraiser shall have been approved by the City prior to commencement of the appraisal. This condition applies in particular, but not limited, to: Bo Street Imorovements 1. All public improvements, (interior streets, drainage facilities, community trails, puscos, iandscaped areas, etc. ') shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards. Interior street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, curb and gutter, AC pavement, drive approaches, sidewalk, street lights, and sweet trees. 2. A minimum, of 26-foot wide pavement within a 40- foot wide dedicated right-of-way shall be constructed for all half-section streets. 3. Construct the following missing perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to: Street Name Curb AC Side- Drive Strict Street Comm. Median Bike & l>vmt waJk Appr. Lights Trees Trail [sland Trail Gutter Other Notes: (a) t~,1cdian Island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c} If so marked. sidewalk will be curvilinear per STD. # 114. (d) If so marked. an in-lieu of construe:ion fee shall be provided for this item. Improvement Plans and Construction: a. Street improvement plans including street trees, street lights and intersection safety lights on future signal poles, and u-affic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil Engineer and shah be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Securiw shall be posted and an a~reement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements, prior to final parcel map approval. b. Prior to any work being performed in the public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's office in addition to any other permits required. c. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, s~eet name signing, traffic signal conduit, and interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for furare traffic si=~nals and interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the s~reet at 3 feet outside ofBCIL ECR or any other locations approved by the City Engineer. Notes: (I) Pull boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets. a ra~ximum of 200 feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City. Engineer. (2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections), or 2-inch (along slree~) galvanized steel with pullrope or as specified. e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all comers of intersections per City Standards or as dire .cted by the City Engineer. f. Existing City roads requiring consm~ction shall remain open to traffic at all times with adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of gTading and paving, which shall be refunded upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be installed to City. Standards, except for single family residential lots. h. Street names shall be approved by the City. Planner prior to submittal for first plan check.. $. Street improvement plans per City Standards for all private streets shall be provided for review and approval by the City Engineer. Prior to any work being performed on the private streets, fees shall be paid and construction permits shall be obtained from the City Engineers office in addition to any other permits required. 6. Street trees, a minimum of 15 - gallon size or larger shall be installed per City Standards in accordance with The City's street tree program. 7. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with adopted policy. On collector or larger s~reet, lines of si~t shall be plotted for all project intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required. 8. A Permit shall be obtained from CALTKANS for any work within the following right-of-way: 9. All public improvements on the following streets shah be operationally complete prior to the issuance of building permits. Public Maintenance Areas 1. A separate set of landscape and ~Tigation plans per Engineering Public Work~ Standards shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final parcel map approval. The following landscaped park'ways, medians, paseos, easements, trails, or other areas shall be annexed into'the Landscape Maintenance District: Do 2. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final parcel map approval. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer. 3. All required public' landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the developer until accepted by the City. 4. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective Beautification Master Plan: Drainae~ and Flood Control 1. The project (or portions thereof) is located within a Flood Ha?ard Zone; therefore, flood protection measures shall be provided as certified by a registered Civil Engineer and ~proved by Re City Engineer. 2. It shall be the developer's responsibility to have the current FIRM Zone designation removed from the project area. The developer's engineer shall prepare all necessary reports, plans, and hydrologic/hydraulic calculations. A Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) shall be obtained from FEMA, prior to f'mal parcel map approval. A Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) shall be issued by FEMA prior to occupancy or improvement acceptance, whichever occurs fin'st. 3. A final drainage study shall be submined to and approved by the City. Engineer prior to final parcel map approval. All drainage facilities shall be installed as required by the City Engineer. 4. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the property. from adjacent areas. 5. A permit from the San Bernardino County Flood Control District is required for work within it's rigjar-of- way. 6. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe measured from the outer edge of a mature tree trunk. 7. Public storm drain easements shall be _~'aded to convey overflows in the event of blockage in a sump catch basin on a public street. Eo Improvement Completion 1. If the required public improvements are not completed prior to approval of the Final parcel map, an improvement security accompanied by an a~'eemem executed by the Developer and the City will be required for: 2. If the required public improvements are not completed prior to approval of the fmal parcel map, an improvement certificate shall be placed upon the f'mal parcel map, stating that they will be completed upon development for: Fo G. Utilities 1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water, gas, electric power, telephone and cable 'IV (all under~ound) in accordance with the Utility Standards. Easements shall be provided as required. 2.. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and consn'ucted to meet requirements of the Ct~camonga County. Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and the Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from CCWD is required prior to final parcel map approval. 3. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved. Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from them. 4. The developer shall be responsible for the reiocation of existing utilities as necessary. General Requirements and Approvals 1. The tentative map approval is valid for the 24 month period following the approval date. Time extensions may be =oranted by the Planning Commission, if requested prior to the expiration date. 2. Final grading plans for each parcel shall be as required by the Building and Safety Division prior to issuance of grading permits. 3. A copy of the Covenants, Conditions, and Rest'hctions (C C & R's) approved by the City Attorney is required prior to approval of the final parcel map. 4. An easement for a joint use driveway shall be provided prior to final parcel map approval for: 5. Prior to approval of the final parcel map a deposit shall be posted with the City covering the estimated cost of apportioning the assessments under Assessment District . among the newly created parcels. 6. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City., covering the estimated operating costs for all ne~v street lights for the first 6 months of operation, prior To final parcel map approval. 7. Prior to fmalization of any development phase, sufficient improvement plans shall be completed beyond the phase boundaries to asstire secondary access and drainage protection to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Phase boundaries shall correspond to lot lines shown on the approved tentative map. 8. Eftwanda/San Sevaine Area Regional Mainline, Secondary Re~onal, and Master Plan Drainage Fees shall be paid prior to f'mal parcel map approval. 9. Permits shall be obtained from the following agencies for work within their right-of-way. 10. A signed consent and waiver form tojoin and/or form the Law Enfomement Community Facilities District shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final parcel map approval. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer. I 1. Prior to recordation of the f'mal parcel map, the applicant shall consent to, or participate in, the extablishment ofa Mello-Roos Community Facilities District for the cometion and maintenance of necessary school facilities. However, if any school di.m'ict has previously established such a Community Facilities District, the applicant shall, in the alternative, cousem to the annexation of the project site into the territory of such existing district prior to the recordation of the final parcel map. Further, if the affected school district has not formed a Mel!o-Roos Community Facilities Dixtrict within twelve months from the date of approval of the project and prior to the recordation of the final pan:el map for said project, this condition shall be deemed null and void. This condition shall be waived if the City receives notice that the applicant and all affected school districts have entered into an a_~.eement to privately accommodate any and all school impacts as a result of this project. 12. Mello Roos Community Facilities Di.m'ict requirements for the Rancho Cuearnonga Fire Protection District shall apply to this project. 13. Pursuant To provisions of California Resources Code Section 21089(b), this application shall not be operative, vested or final, nor will building permits be issued or a map recorded, until (1) the Notice of Determination (NOD) regarding the associated environmental action in filed and posted w/th Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino; and (2) any and all required handling charges, are paid to the County Clerk of the County of San Bernardino. The applicant shall provide the Engineering Department with a stamped and copy of the NOD together with a receipt showing that all fees have been paid. In the event this application is determined exempt from such filing fees pursuant to the provision of the California Code, or the guidelines promulgated thereunder, except for payment of any required handling charge for filing a Certificate of Fee Exemption, this condition shah be deemed null and void. Rev. 10/14/96 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Brent Le Count, AICP, Associate Planner APPEAL OF A SIGN REQUEST WITHIN UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM 20 - ORCHARD SUPPLY HARDWARE -An appeal of the City Planher's decision regarding signs for Orchard Supply Hardware in the Community Commercial District (Subarea 2) of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located at 9080 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-101-20 ABSTRACT: The applicant is seeking approval to install a secondary wall sign which reads "Complete Hardware and Garden" in addition to the main business identification sign reading "Orchard Supply Hardware" (Exhibit "C"). The applicant contends that the proposed secondary sign copy is trademarked and is an integrated portion of the Orchard Supply Hardware title and identification and should therefore be allowed. BACKGROUND: On October 7, 1996, the City Planner approved a Minor Development Review application to allow exterior remodeling and parking layout revisions at the location of the old "Gemco" store (at Rancho Towne Center) to accommodate Orchard Supply Hardware with an outdoor garden supply area. On December 23, 1996, the City Planner approved with modification the Orchard Supply Hardware five sign package request (Exhibit "B"). The approval allows all of the requested signs, including sizes and colors, but requires that the secondary 1-foot high by 19- foot long wall sign reading "Complete Hardware and Garden" be modified to read "Garden Center" (Exhibit "C"). ANALYSIS: The Sign Ordinance states that "sign copy shall include minimal information only. The use of subordinate information such as telephone numbers, lists of products, pictures of products, etc. are discouraged. The name of the use or business shall be the dominant message on the sign." Similarly, the Uniform Sign Program for the Rancho Towne Center states that "tenants shall display only their established trade name of their basic product name, e.g., 'John's Jeans,' or combination thereof. Signs are to be used for identification of business only, not products." The proposed "Complete Hardware and Garden" sign has redundant and subordinate business and product information inconsistent with these requirements. This limitation is consistently enforced and is intended to provide an economically stable and visually attractive community. Examples of other relatively new businesses in the City similar to Orchard Supply Hardware which have complied include Wal Mart, Home Depot, and Target. The Planning Commission has consistently allowed stores with significant secondary goods and services a separate sign particularly if there is a second public entrance. Examples of this include the garden centers for Wal Mart, Home Depot, and Target. ITEM J PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT USP 20 - ORCHARD SUPPLY HARDWARE February 12, 1997 Page 2 Approval of the applicant's proposed sign copy would be inconsistent with previous Commission actions including those noted above. Further, staff finds no unique circumstances about the subject request that would justify an action for approval. Staff believes that the modified approval provides ample identification of the existence of a garden center in association with the Orchard Supply Hardware store. Furthermore, the Sign Ordinance allows pedestrian traffic signs, either wall, window, or canopy, up to 6 square feet, to identify the business at the pedestrian level. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission uphold, by minute action, the City Planner's decision and deny the appeal. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:BLC/mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" Exhibit "B" Exhibit "C" Exhibit "D" Exhibit "E" Exhibit "F" Appeal Request Letter City Planner Approval Letter dated December 23, 1996 Sign Elevations Site Plan Excerpt from Sign Ordinance Excerpt from Uniform Sign Program -3-97 Rancho Cucamonga Planning Dept. Attn: Brad Bullet 10500 Civic Center Dr. Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. 91729 Re: Orchard Supply P.'ard~:.~are Sign 'program Dear Brad, Per your request, I have enclosed full size and reduced sized drawings of our signage proposal for Orchard Supply Hardware. Please accept this letter as our formal application, request to proceed on the project and formal appeal of the Pla .rming. Departrnent's dedsior, not to allow the "Complete Hardware & Garden~' copy'as reqrie~ed. As you will note, we are formall}' requesting the copy "Complete Hardware & Garden". This copy is a trademarked, integrated portion of our companies t/tle and identification. It's not as if we're advertising a spedtic product or product line, it Ls a general line used with all company identification and advertising; and is especially important in Southern California where Orchard Supply Hardware is not as well know. I understand that you are not be able to approve the "Complete Hardware & Garden" copy at staff level, so please approve as much of the project as possible, .... ' ' -: ' .)f'y6.~ ' · · u ..... aria cortslaer E'ds !e~er as ouz~':or~'a,,, a~?ea! ..~e~s:o:'~ v. ot t~ a,.,., ...... "CompIete Hardware & Garden" as submitted. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to give me a call. Sincerely yours, Cry. !g Za ard 1577 AL~gN ROAD. S.~' dosE. CA 95125-1290. CA Licg~sg ~ 385665 N~ L1cgs~g g 38661 ~i~G ~DR~: P. O. Box 6325. S~ dosg. CA 95150-6325 (408) 289-1883 F.~: (408) 289-8024 I 800 580-NEON (63661 H ANC December 23, 1996 C C Y Craig Maynard 1577 Almaden Road San Jose, CA 95125 SUBJECT: SIGN PERMIT APPLICATION USP 20 - ORCHARD SUPPLY HARDWARE Dear Mr. Maynard: Your sign permit application for the Orchard Supply Hardware project located at 9080 Foothill Boulevard (Uniform Sign Program # 20) has been approved with modifications. Four of the five signs you have proposed are consistent with City requirements and are approved. Sign number 2, however, which is a 1-foot wide by 19-foot long sign reading "Complete Hardware and Garden," contains redundant and subordinate business information inconsistent with the Sign Ordinance and Planning Commission policy. This sign is approved in a modified version reading "Garden Center" only (see attached redlined plans). The Sign Ordinance and Planning Commission policy limit business identification sign copy to the business name. This is consistently enforced and is intended to provide an economically stable and visually attractive community. Examples of other businesses similar to Orchard Supply Hardware which have complied include Wal Mart, Home Depot, and Target. This decision shall be final following a ten-day appeal period beginning with the date of this le,t~r. Appeals must be filed in writing with the Planning Commission Secretary, state the reason for the appeal, and be. accompanied by a S62 appeal fee. If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact Brent Le Count at (909) 477-2750. Sincerely, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT PLANNING DIVISION City Planner BB:BLC/mlg Attachment ~M:,!or William J. Alex=rider MS'/$,' Pr~-Tem Rex ~utierrez I05C0 Civic Center Ddve · Counciimem3er Paul ~ione Councilmember Jc,,"nes V. Curc, Tcio Councilmember Diane Willions P.O. Box ~07 - Rancho Cucc.monga, CA 91729 - (90e) 9~1-1851 - FAX {909) 9,-37-6,.:99 C~slo~sr Pick-Up ~i~n will be Measures must be taken to attach the cabinet to the lence, i.e.: Ilar bar i~on behind the lence. Power to site by others ~'l-~l IA[L.[.? ".?,-tl% L"f' t-IAi-.:T 'v I/xl L: OTHER CAL. CONTRACTORS LICENSE 385665 N6o1N Sl THI~,ISANORIGINALUNPUBUSHEDDNA'WlNG .. I.JOBNAM, CREATED FOR YOU BY CAbNEON SIGNS, IT IS '"*:"' BEING SUBMITrED FOR YOUR PERSONAL USE IN : -- -- CONNECTION WITH A PROJECT BEING PLANNED A DR SS FOR YOU BY CAL-NEON SIGNS. IT IS NOT TO BE : SHOWN TO ANYONE OUTSIDE YOUR OROANIZA.. '~ 1~77 AI I~IAI-')FIXJ ROAD. SAN JOSE 9a125 TION. NOR IS IT TO BE REPROOUCED, COPIEO !~ _J q l t~OOU~E 1577 ALMADEN ROAD. SAN JOSE 95125 (408) 289/1883 tax:289-8024 CAL.. CONTRACTOR:B LICENBi~ 385665 f T- I 210' PTtmery Frontage 20' average wall height 4200 sq.h. wall area 420 sq.h. allowable slsn area 150 sq.h. ma~ allowable 2.2SX31.83 · I,Z5 X 19-R 3) 5.0 X 3.0 4) 1.0 X 3.0 5) 1.0 X 3.0 Total 71.61 Kl.h. 24.37 sq.lt. 15.0o sq.h. 3.00 sq.ft 11&~18 ~ teqUe~ed ~01 NAME ADORESS is stationary and constant in intensity and color at all times (nonflashing). Internal illumination is preferred; if external illumination is used, concealed or decorative fixtures shall be used. (Ord. 536 "- ....1424080 S"' ' ' S' hall 'n~de minimal information only. '~heu. se~~of ucts, etc. are ~ sign. (Ord. ,t2' 14.94.090 Sign color. Sign colors should be compatible with the building architecture. W~thin shopping centers, sign color should complement the color scheme for the center. The use of garish or fluorescent colors is considered inappropriate. (Ord. 358 §10, 1988). 25 e The tenant shall be ~esponsible for fulfillment of all re- quirements of this sign criteria~ The owner shall provide primary electrical service termina- tions at the center of the allowed signage area as follows: Ce (a) Individual Letter Cans: Interior of wall or canopy. 7- It is the responsibility of the tenant's sign company to verify all conduit and transformer locations and service prior to fabrication. 8. The location of all signs shall be per the accompanying de- sign criteria. 9. One "sign space" shall be allowed for each tenant (except as otherwise airproved). The tenant shall verify his sign location and size prior to fabrication. 10. Address numbers shall be airplied to each store by the te- naut's sign company during regular course of construction. (See door design criteria). The maximum allocated sign area for the aggregate of all perm--ent signs shall be as noted herein. GENERAL SIGN SPECIFICATIONS: No exposed r~ewa~, crossovers, conduits, conductors, trans- formers, etc., shall be permitted. All lettering shall be restricted to the "net sign area". See acco~pauying design criteria for specific information. No projections above or below the "net sign area" will be permitted (except as otherwise approved). All signs and their installation ernst comply with all local building electrical and sign codes. For ~purposes of store identification, tenant will be per- mitred to place u~on each entrance to its demised premises not more than l~J4 square inches of gold leaf or painted ap- plication letterLug not to exceed 2 inches in height,_indi- cating hours of business, emergency telephone, etc. The n~mber and letter type face shall be subject to Innovative Graphics approval. (See Door Signage Design Criteria). Typical Internally Illuminated, Individual-Letter Sign Spe- cifications: The face of the individual letters and logos shall be constructed of acrylic plastic (1/8" thick minimum), and fastened to the channelized metal can with trim Th~ "Copy" (letter type), logos and their res ective olors shall be submitted to Innovative Graphics, Attention: 'Bill Cardone, for written approval prior to fabrication. Individual shc~ logos may be located anywhere within the "net sign area", provided their hei ht does not g exceed the height of the "net si~n area" ~o more tha~ two rows of letters.a~. e permitted, pro- vided their ~4.,~ total height '~es not exceed the height of the "met sign area". Letter colors may be selected .tom the following of Rhom & Ha~s colors: #27~3 Red, #211~ Orange, #2380 }%ast, #2037 Yellow, ~2146 Ivory. Letter edges shall be painted to match #2~18 Bro~ Plexiglas. All ~enetrations of'the building structure req-~red for sign installation shall be sealed in a watertight condition and shall be patched to match adjacent finish. NET SIGN AREA: One sign per business frontage and/or main parking lot will be allowed. 2. The allowable sign size is 10~ of the building face, _ not to exceed 150 square feet. 3. The width of the sign shall not exceed 60~ of the lease fron- tage to which the sign is attached. Letter height shall not exceed 26". 5. All signs shall be centered horizontally and vertically. PRO~IBI~ SIGN~: 1. Signs Constituting a Traffic Hazard: No person shall install or maintain a cause to be installed or maintained any sign which simulates or tm~tates in size, color, lettering or design any traffic sign or signal, or which makes USe of the words "STOP", =LOOK", "DANGER", or any other words, phrases., symbols, or characters in such a manner to interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic. 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Permit No. 1926 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: February 12, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner Dan Coleman, Principal Planner REQUEST TO INITIATE A DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT TO CREATE AN AMATEUR RADIO ANTENNA ORDINANCE - MITCHELL BACKGROUND: In response to recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations, the City Attorney prepared an ordinance amending the City's regulation of satellite dish antennas. The ordinance specifically excluded amateur radio antennas. The original October 9, 1996, public hearing was continued to allow additional time for the City Attorney to revise said ordinance. Subsequently, the Planning Commission received a request from Michael Mitchell, a local amateur radio operator, to create an ordinance that deals specifically with amateur radio antennas. Mr. Mitchell feels that the current regulations for amateur radio antennas should also be modified in response to the FCC rulings. In a letter dated January 21, 1997, Mr. Mitchell outlines a set of amateur radio antenna regulations. In some cases, such as antenna height, Mr. Mitchell describes a wide range of options for the Commission to consider. Staff supports the creation of an ordinance that specifically addresses the needs of amateur radio operators. The issue has been controversial in the past because of the sensitivity of the community to the aesthetic impact of antennas. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission direct staff to initiate an amendment and provide staff with direction on the development standards and review process desired. City Planner BB: DC/jfs Attachment: Exhibit "A" - Letter from Michael Mitchell dated January 21, 1997 ITEM K MICHAEL S. MITCHELL Certified Public Accountant Member of: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Califorr. ia Society of Certified Public Accountants January21,1997 Mr. Dan Coleman Principal Planner Community Development Department Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive P.O. Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Re: Amateur Radio Antenna Ordinance Dear Dan: As you are aware, we have requested the Planning Commission to amend the development code in the creation of an Amateur Radio Antenna Ordinance. As outlined in our letter dated December 11, 1996, we feel that the City's current development code as it relates to amateur radio antennas is not in compliance with Preemption Order number PRB-1, as issued by the Federal Communication Commission in 1985. That order created a partial federal preemption over state and local regulations as they relate to amateur radio antennas. In so doing, PRB-1 requires municipalities to make "reasonable accommodation" for amateur radio communications in their regulations and that said regulations must "represent the minimum practicable regulation" to accomplish the local authorities legitimate purpose. Over the years, the litigation concerning this issue has defined the local jufisdiction's legitimate purposes to consist of a) health and safety and b) aesthetics. It is with these guidelines in mind that we begin our discussion about the different issues that arise when discussing antenna regulation. Height of support structure - This is probably the number one issue concerning the regulation of amateur radio antenna systems. The city's current ordinance allows the erection of a 35 foot support structure without obtaining a permit, requires a permit for a structure in excess of 35 feet and limits the overall height to 50 feet. This 50 foot height limitation is not adequate for good high frequency radio communication and therefore, is not reasonable. Amateur radio operators believe that antenna support structures up to 200 feet should be allowed in any amateur radio antenna ordinance. This is the height limit provided under regulations from the Federal Communication Commission, and based upon said regulations, most amateur radio operators feel at a loss with anything less. We believe that the City's concern should be the manufacturer's specifications rather than the overall height of the antenna support structure. Regardless of antenna height, we believe that the insistance that the antenna support structure manufacturer's specifications meet the criteria of the 1994 Uniform Building Code Design of Welded Structures ratings at wind speeds of 70 miles per hour using Wind Exposure Coefficient B is the "minimum" regulation to accomplish the city's health and safety purpose. 10722 Arrow Route, Suite 802 · Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 987-1100 · Fax (909) 941-8348 Mr. Dan Coleman Re: Amateur Radio Antenna Ordinance January 21, 1997 Page 2 Aesthetics is a very emotional issue when it comes to the height of antenna systems. It is too subjective to articulate in any kind of regulation scheme. Our argument is that the aesthetics of the antennas sitting on top of the antenna support system are pretty much the same regardless of the height of the support system. In fact the higher the support system, the smaller the antennas look, which equates to better aesthetics is some peoples' eyes. Our arguments that cover different height limits are as follows: 200 feet- This is the height that we are allowed by the Federal Communication Commission regulations. Some jurisdictions that currently have either a 200 foot limit or no specified height limit are San Diego County, Riverside County, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles City, La Verne and Pomona. 140 Feet - This limit would allow an amateur radio operator to erect a one- quarter wave vertical antenna for 160 meters. Such a limit would also allow a support structure taller than a full wavelength on 40 meters and one-half wavelength on 80 meters. Full wavelength and one-half wavelength are important heights used in calculating the overall effectiveness of an antenna system. 100 feet - This is the approximate height of the antenna system owned and operated by the West End Communications Authority which the City utilizes for its own radio communications. I see this antenna system every day from my house at 5271 Turquoise Avenue. It seems that the experts relied on by the City for its own radio communications have determined that 100 feet is the height necessary for effective radio communications. 75 feet - This is the height that allows an amateur radio operator to support an antenna system at a height greater than a full wavelength on 20 meters. Any limitation less than 75 feet would not be acceptable by most amateur radio operators. Jurisdictions that currently have a 75 foot height limit include Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano and Fontana. We believe that a good height limit compromise that would balance the needs of the amateur radio operator and the city would be as follows: 1. 35 feet and under - No permit required. This would not be a change from the development code as it currently exists. Mr. Dan Coleman Re: Amateur Radio Antenna Ordinance January 21, 1997 Page 3 2. 35 to 100 feet - Permit required. 3. 100 to 200 feet - Conditional Use Permit required. Crank down clause - The City's current development code requires that an amateur radio antenna support structure must be cranked down to 35 feet or less when not in use. The amateur radio community does not understand this provision at all. As previously discussed, lowering the height of an antenna system has little, if not a detrimental, effect on the aesthetics of the situation. This also precludes the amateur radio operator from purchasing the type of antenna support structure that does not crank down, of which there are many that meet the criteria of the 1994 Uniform Building Code Design of Welded Structures ratings at wind speeds at 70 miles per hour using Wind Exposure Coefficient B. It is a very simple argument, as follows: If the antenna support structure meets the relevant building code standards, cranking it down is not necessary for safety purposes. If it does not meet these standards, then it should not be erected to begin with. Number of antennas - The current development code allows an unlimited number of antennas that are 35 feet or less in height, but only one is allowed to be in excess of 35 feet. We believe that multiple antennas in excess of 35 feet should be allowed based on lot size. A suggestion would be that one is allowed regardless of lot size, 2 allowed on a one-half acre lot, 3 allowed on a three-quarter acre lot, 4 allowed on a one acre lot, etc. Setbacks. etc. - I don't believe that the amateur radio operators in Rancho Cucamonga have a problem with setbacks, distance from property lines and location criteria currently contained in the development code. We do want to use our side yards and back yards, but I don't know any of us that want to have antennas in our front yards. Minor development review - The current development code requires a minor development review for the construction or placement of antennas "visible from public view". Amateur radio operators are constantly experimenting with antenna systems. Experimentation is one of the reasons that amateur radio even exists. We consider the requirement of a minor development review to be oppressive, especially for antennas less than 35 feet which don't even require a permit under the current development code. Additionally, the fee of about $300 that is required for a minor development review will tend to curtail future antenna experimentation by the amateur radio operator. It is our feeling that the minor development review should only be required as part of the conditional use permit process for antenna support structures above our suggested height of 100 feet. Mr. Dan Coleman Re: Amateur Radio Antenna Ordinance January 21, 1997 Page 4 Separate ordinance - As a final item, we believe that amateur radio antennas should be covered by a separate ordinance and not be included with silos, barns, and other structures in the development code. Hopefully, this information is detailed enough for your purposes. Please advise me as to the City Staff recommendations in this area when they are developed. Thank you, Michael S. Mitchell, C.P.A. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -- STAFF REPORT DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: January 22, 1997 Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission Brad Buller, City Planner CENTRAL PARK TASK FORCE BACKGROUND: At its meeting on January 15, 1997, the City Council directed that a Central Park Task Force be re-established to review the Master Plan for central Park (Exhibit A). The Task Force is to include one Planning Commissioner. The Task Force will establish its meeting date and time at its first meeting. RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission should designate a member and an alternate to serve on the Task Force. City Planner BB:gs Exhibit "A" - Central Park Task Force memorandum dated January 29, 1997 ITEM L CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ~_//. · MEMORANDUM DATE: January 29, 1997 TO: Chair and Members of the Park and Recreation and Planning Commissions - - ") ' FROM: Rick Gomez, Community Development Direc~~r"~ SUBJECT: CENTRAL PARK TASK FORCE ~ The City Council, at its January 15, 1997 meeting, asked that the Central Park Task Force be re- established for the purpose of reviewing the Master Plan for Central Park. The membership of the Task Force will consist of 2 representatives from Youth/Adult Sports; 2 Senior Citizens; 2 Cultural/Arts; 6 General Public; 1 member from both the Park and Recreation and Planning Commissions; and all 5 City Council members. The Task Force will establish its meeting date and time at its first meeting. Please advise me as to which member from your respective Commission will serve on the Task Force by March 4, 1997. As a way of background information, the recruitment for the Task Force is in progress; the application deadline for submittal is February 25, 1997 by 5 p.m. and interviews will be conducted on the evening of March 4, 1997 by the entire City Council. If you have any questions regarding the Task Force or the recruitment process, please call me or Diane O'Neal, Management Analyst II. CC: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager Diane O'Neal, Management Analyst II