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DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 1, 2005 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Cristine McPhail Pam Stewart Dan Coleman
Alternates: Rich Macias Richard Fletcher Larry McNiel
CONSENT CALENDAR
No items Submitted.
PROJECT REVIEW ITEMS
This is the time and place for the Committee to discuss and provide direction to an applicant
regarding their development application. The following items do not legally require any public
testimony, although the Committee may open the meeting for public input.
• 7:00 p.m.
(Doug/Willie) DEVELOPMENT DESIGN REVIEW-DRC2004-00141-TOLL BROTHERS,
INC -The review of site plans and elevations for 40 single-family detached
residences on 24.25 acres of land, in a recorded Tract 14771, in the Very
Low Residential District(.1-2 dwelling units per acre), located east of Haven
Avenue and north of Ringstem Drive - APN: 1074-511-01 thru 05; and
074-621-06 thru 40. Related File: Tract 14771.
7:20 p.m.
(Granger/Shelley) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-01142 - NEXTEL
COMMUNICATIONS-A request to construct a stealth cellularantenna on an
existing 76-foot ball field light standard for co-location purposes,on 23 acres
of land in the Open Space District, located in Heritage Park —
APN: 1061-641-07. This project is categorically exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)pursuant to
State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 Exemption - Existing
Facilities).
7:30 p.m.
(Granger/Betty) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00719 - PACIFIC GLOBE, LLC -
The review of landscape plans for the development of a previously approved
2,947 square foot gas station and convenience store and a 2,504 square foot
fast food restaurant on 1.48 acre of land in the Village Commercial District,
• located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland
Avenue - APN: 1089-121-08 and 1089401-66. Related files: Preliminary
Review DRC2003-00063 and Pre-Application Review DRC2003-00064.
DRC ACTION AGENDA
March 1, 2005
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7:40 p.m.
(Larry/Willie) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
DRC2003-01130 - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON - A request for a
public storage facility on 5.38 acres-in the Utility Corridor District, along with
outdoor RV parking,five Storage Buildings totaling 70,515 square feet and a
management office of approximately 1,435 square feet, located on the north
side of Base Line Road, east of Day Creek Flood Control Channel within the
Edison power line corridor-APN: 1089-031-12. Related Files: Development
Code Amendment DRC2003-01144, Preliminary Review DRC2002-00704.
8:00 p.m.
(Larry/Cam) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACTSUBTT16605
- CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -A residential subdivision of 7 lots for
condominium purposes on 21 acres of land in the Western Foothill Corridor
Mixed Use area of the Foothill Districts(Subarea 1),located on the north side
of Foothill Boulevard, between San Bernardino Road and Baker Avenue -
APN: 0207-101-13, 31, and 34. Related files: Development Review
DRC2003-00637, Minor Exception DRC2003-01082, and Tree Removal
Permit DRC2004-00082.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
DRC2003-00637 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES-The design review
• of building elevations and detailed Site Plan for 225 condominiums on 21
acres of land in the Western Foothill Boulevard Mixed Use Corridor area,
within Subarea 1 of the Foothill Districts, located on the north side of
Foothill Boulevard, between San Bernardino Road and Baker Avenue -
APN: 0207-101-13,31 and 34. Related Files:Tentative Tract SUBTT16605,
General Plan Amendment DRC2004-00339, Development Code Amendment
DRC2004-00352, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2004-00082.
8:30 p.m.
(Mike/Mark) TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT17096 - CECIL R. CARNEY
ARCHITECTS - A request to subdivide a parcel of 4.77 acres for
condominium purposes, in conjunction with a proposal to construct seven
buildings with a combined floor area of about 56,000 square feet, which will
be comprised of retail and professional office uses in the Office Park (OPK)
District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located near the southeast corner of
Etiwanda Avenue and Candlewood Street - APN: 1100-031-07. Related
files: Environmental Assessment and Development Review
DRC2004-00716, Conditional Use Permit DRC2004-01094, and
Pre-Application Review DRC2003-01047.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
DRC2004-00716 - CECIL R. CARNEY ARCHITECTS - A request to
construct seven buildings with a combined floor area of about 56,000 square
feet, which will be comprised of retail and professional office uses, on 4.77
• acres of land in the Office Park (OPK) District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan,
located near the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Candlewood
Street - APN: 1100-031-07. Related files: Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT17096,Conditional Use Permit DRC2004-01094,and Pre-Application
Review DRC2003-01047.
DRC ACTION AGENDA
March 1, 2005
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-01094 - CECIL R. CARNEY
ARCHITECTS-A request to construct seven buildings with a combined floor
area of about 56,000 square feet, which will be comprised of retail and
professional office uses, on 4.77 acres of land in the Office Park (OPK)
District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, including 1.15 acre within the Etiwanda
Avenue Overlay, located near the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and
Candlewood Street-APN: 1100-031-07. Related files: Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT17096, Development Review DRC2004-00716, and Pre-Application
Review DRC2003-01047.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
•
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:00 p.m. Doug Fenn March 1, 2005
DEVELOPMENT DESIGN REVIEW-DRC2004-00141-TOLL BROTHERS INC-The review of site
plans and elevations for 40 single-family detached residences on 24.25 acres of land,in a recorded
Tract 14771, in the Very Low Residential District(.1-2 dwelling units per acre), located east of Haven
Avenue and north of Ringstem Drive-APN: 1074-511-01 thru 05;and 074-621-06 thru 40. Related
File: Tract 14771.
Design Parameters/Update: The project site has a recorded final map (Tract 14771 house plotting
was previously approved)and has been graded and prepared for development. The site is with the
Haven View Estates and is surrounded by vacant land to the, north (San Bernardino National
Forest) east, and west. To the south are Ringstem Drive and large single-family homes. The
property slopes from the north to the, south. There are three private equestrian trails that are
oriented north/south that tie into the community equestrian trail along the north boundary. All four
streets of the project off Ringstem Drive are a cul-de-ac design style (Sundance Court,
Buckskin Court, Lone Acres Court Paddock/Hidden Trail Drive).
The proposed project consists of six floor plans that range in square footage from 4,460 square feet
to 5,825 square feet. There are five architectural themes, which are as follows: Spanish Colonial,
• Tuscan, Craftsmen, Mission, and Manor. The project site is located within the Hillside Overlay
District, which requires architectural design techniques that minimize the amount of grading and
allow the house to follow the natural grades. The project has been designed so that all floor plans
have stepped pads, with elevation changes ranging from a minimum of 3 feet to a maximum 5.8
feet,thereby, meeting the design goals of the Hillside Overlay District. All plans have variation in the
footprints and articulation in the wall planes, thereby,avoiding"box on box"building forms. All plans
have been designed with roof planes that have strong variation, and are within the 30-foot high
building envelope requirement.
The applicant conducted a neighborhood meeting on August 18, 2004,which was attended by five
residents. The developer has meet with other neighbors in the area to discuss the project without
any adverse objections from the neighbors. The developer has approval from the two home owner's
association that are responsible for the design review of projects within the Haven View Estates.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project.
1. The Development Code requires a 360-degree architectural treatment to all elevations and the
Planning Commission has direct staff to negotiate a better design on the sides and the rear of
the residential projects. All of the front elevations do have a significant amount of various
materials, design variations, and strong architectural details, but are"lacking"on the sides and
rears of all the proposed elevations. Besides the issue of much needed enhanced details and
architectural design on the rears and side of the houses, staff suggests a couple of other
• criteria that could be made to enhance the building elevations:
• On all elevations that depict a stone material midway up the chimney, the stone-work
must continue up on the entire chimney fagade.
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• All decorative trims around the first level windows, doors, garages and similar like items,
should not be constructed with Styrofoam; a durable material should be used instead.
Several plans have second chimneys plotted as options. Should optional chimneys be
selected during the construction process, the second chimney should have the same
architectural enhancements as the primary chimneys (wood siding, stone, etc.)
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion.
1. All interior private yard slopes are required to be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs, and
one tree per 150 square feet of area.
2. River rock shall be real, or native fieldstone may be used. Stone veneers are not permitted.
3. Provide decorative pavement on driveways. Decorative driveways shall have variation
throughout the subdivision.
4. No wood fencing is allowed. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.along interior side and
rear property line) for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
5. Access gates to rear yards should be constructed of a material more durable than wood.
• Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC.
6. Taper three- or four-car driveways down to standard two-car width at the street.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the project be revised and return as a consent
calendar item to the Design Review Committee.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Fletcher, McPhail, Coleman
Staff Planner: Doug Fenn
The Committee continued the item to March 15, 2005, Design Review Committee meeting at the
request of the applicant.
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:20 p.m. Donald Granger March 1, 2005
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-01142 - NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS - A request to
construct a stealth cellular antenna on an existing 76-foot ball field light standard for co-location
purposes, on 23 acres of land in the Open Space District, located in
Heritage Park -APN: 1061-641-07. This project is categorically exempt from the requirements of
the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301
(Class 1 Exemption - Existing Facilities).
Design Parameters: The project site is located at Heritage Park, in the southeast quadrant of the
park, adjoining an existing AT&T major wireless communication facility. The site is approximately
190 feet west of the westerly curb face of Beryl Street. The applicant is proposing to add six
antennas to an existing 76 feet ball field light pole for the purposes of cellular communication. The
antennas will be mounted inside an enclosed 10-foot high cylindrical shroud at 50 feet above the
grade. The cylindrical shroud will be painted gray to match the ball field light pole,thereby, providing
a "stealth" design.
The wireless communication facility is classified as a major wireless communication facility because
of its location on public land. Major wireless communication facilities are not permitted to locate
within 300 feet of any residential structure or within 300 feet of any existing major wireless
communication facility, except when co-located on the same wireless facility. The proposed
wireless communication facility will be 265 feet from the nearest residential structure, and 190 feet
• from the nearest major wireless communication facility at Heritage Park. The proposed Nextel
wireless communication facility qualifies as a co-location facility since it will be mounted under an
existing AT&T facility on an existing ball field light pole; thereby, providing wireless communication
for two carriers (AT&T and Nextel). The proposed equipment shelter will match the adjacent AT&T
equipment shelter. The landscape palette and masonry wall, with wrought iron atop around the
proposed Nextel equipment shelter,will match the adjacent AT&T shelter. No trees will be removed.
The proposed Nextel facility meets the screening and site selection guidelines for wireless
communication facilities by providing a stealth type design that is co-located with other wireless
communication facilities.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project.
1. There are no Major Issues. The applicant has worked diligently with staff to resolve all Major
Issues.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee review and
approve the project subject.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Fletcher, McPhail, Coleman
• Staff Planner: Donald Granger
The Committee recommended approval.
• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:30 p.m. Donald Granger March 1, 2005
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-00719-PACIFIC GLOBE, LLC-The review of Landscape
Plans for the development of a previously approved 2,947 square foot gas station and convenience
store and a 2,504 square foot fast food restaurant on 1.48 acre of land in the Village Commercial
District, located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue -
APN: 1089-121-08 and 1089-401-66. Related files: Preliminary Review DRC2003-00063 and Pre-
Application Review DRC2003-00064.
Background: On February 11, 2004, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing and
approved a gas station, convenience store, and a fast food restaurant at the northeast corner of
Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Condition of Approval No. 24 for the project requires
that"the final Landscape Plan shall be reviewed by the Design Review Committee, prior to Building
Permit issuance."
Design Parameters: The project site is located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and
Highland Avenue on a triangular parcel created by the realignment of Highland Avenue and the
Route 210 Freeway. The site has an average grade of approximately 10 percent,sloping from north
to south. The site is constrained by the shape and the existing topography. The three remaining
corners of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue have been developed and landscape
• improvements have been completed. Caltrans is responsible for the landscaping within Day Creek
Boulevard right-of-way.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project.
1. The landscape design should be modified to coordinate with the existing plant palette and
rockscape design at the three developed corners of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland
Avenue. Staff recommends that the following changes be made to the tree palette:
• Along Day Creek Boulevard, coordinate with Caltrans to install Aristocrat Pears and
Mexican Fan palms.
• Along Highland Avenue, replace fan palms with Crape Myrtle trees at 20 feet on the
center from the plaza area east to the triangular planter area at the east area of the
project site, adjacent to the 210 Freeway on ramp.
• From the corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue along the entire
drive-thru lane, replace Brisbane Box with Bottle Tree.
• At the plaza, replace Mexican Fan palm with Date palm.
2. The shrub palette and construction design should be modified to provide adequate
• line-of-sight for vehicles exiting the site, per attached Engineering Department standards. For
example, shrubs should be selected that will not grow more than 2 feet high, and tree
canopies must be trimmed to maintain a 6-foot 6-inch "clear zone" above curb height.
Line-of-sight shall be drawn onto the Landscape Plan to demonstrate compliance.
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DRC2003-00719 — PACIFIC GLOBE, LLC.
• March 1, 2005
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3. The shrub palette and construction design should be modified to coordinate with the existing
improvements along the south side of Highland Avenue, across from the project site, and to
conserve water as required by Xeriscape Ordinance No. 411. Staff recommends that the
following changes be made to the shrub palette and hardscape design:
• Incorporate curvilinear rockscape islands along the Highland Avenue frontage and in the
triangular planter area at the east area of the project site, adjacent to the 210 Freeway
onramp.
• Plant Dwarf White Lantana adjacent to the rockscape along the Highland Avenue
frontage.
• Along Day Creek Boulevard and the 210 Freeway onramp, coordinate with Caltrans to
utilize Red Fountain Grass, Day Lily, and Star Jasmine.
• Utilize Flax Hybrid around and behind the monument sign at the plaza.
• Landscape and Irrigation Plans shall be revised to include Xeriscape assessment
summary tables, indicating points claimed and sheet references pursuant to City Council
Resolution No. 90-017. See handout available from the Planning Department.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
• Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues.
1. In order to provide additional screening at the trash enclosure near the 210 Freeway on ramp,
vines should be planted along the north elevation of the trash enclosure. Staff recommends
either Boston Ivy or Cat's Claw.
2. Add potted plants along storefront (east and south elevations).
3. Delete circle of turf at the northeast corner of the project because grass is not used anywhere
else in the project and we do not want to encourage use as picnic/play space by customers.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion.
1. The project shall conform to the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan and shall have a 10-foot
wide sidewalk matching the projects to the north and south.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee review and provide additional
comments, as the Committee deems appropriate. Staff recommends that the Landscape Plans be
revised to incorporate the landscape, plant palette, and rockscape issues outlined above and any
other design issues identified by the Committee prior to approval by the City Planner.
Design Review Committee Action:
. Members Present: Fletcher, McPhail, Coleman
Staff Planner: Donald Granger
DRC ACTION AGENDA
DRC2003-00719 — PACIFIC GLOBE, LLC.
• March 1, 2005
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At the meeting,the applicant presented revised drawings which satisfied all of the Major,Secondary,
and Policy Issues. The Committee reviewed the project and recommend approval, subject to all
landscape issues identified in the Major and Secondary Issues as addressed in the revised plan
presented by the applicant, and the following additional conditions:
1. The potted plants along the east elevation shall have a permanent drip irrigation system,
utilizing hard pipe.
2. Utilize Festuca Cinerea "Elijan Blue" along Day Creek Boulevard.
3. Incorporate Mayberry Myoporum instead of Dwarf White Lantana because it will have better
year-round appearance.
The applicant agreed to all of the conditions.
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:40 p.m. Larry Henderson March 1, 2005
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2003-01130 -
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON - A request for a public storage facility on 5.38 acres in the
Utility Corridor District,along with outdoor RV parking,five Storage Buildings totaling 70,515 square
feet and a management office of approximately 1,435 square feet, located on the north side of Base
Line Road, east of Day Creek Flood Control Channel within the Edison power line corridor-APN:
1089-031-12. Related Files: Development Code Amendment DRC2003-01144,Preliminary Review
DRC2002-00704.
Design Parameters: This site is an Edison power line corridor with permanent towers and
transmission lines. The easterly 35 feet is reserved for a future transmission line. Previously, the
site was used as a landscape nursery with no permanent structures. The site topography falls from
north to south at approximately 2 1/2 percent, and drains to Base Line Road and then eastward
towards an existing drain inlet. There are two mature trees near the southeast corner that are
proposed to be removed ((DRC2004-00847).
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
• None.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval and is subject to the approval of
Development Code Amendment DRC2003-01144 by the City Council.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Fletcher, McPhail, Coleman
Staff Planner: Larry Henderson
The Committee recommended approval. Also, the Committee suggested the developer contact
Joseph Filippi Winery about planting a vineyard within easterly 35-foot reserve area.
•
• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:00 p.m. Larry Henderson March 1, 2005
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16605-CHARLES JOSEPH
ASSOCIATES-A residential subdivision of 7 lots for condominium purposes on 21 acres of land in
the Western Foothill Corridor Mixed Use area of the Foothill Districts (Subarea 1), located on the
north side of Foothill Boulevard, between San Bernardino Road and Baker Avenue -
APN: 0207-101-13, 31, and 34. Related files: Development Review DRC2003-00637„ Minor
Exception DRC2003-01082, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2004-00082.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00637-CHARLES
JOSEPH ASSOCIATES -The design review of building elevations and detailed Site Plan for 225
condominiums on 21 acres of land in the Western Foothill Boulevard Mixed Use Corridor area,
within Subarea 1 of the Foothill Districts, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, between
San Bernardino Road and BakerAvenue-APN: 0207-101-13, 31 and 34. Related Files:Tentative
Tract SUBTT16605, General Plan Amendment DRC2004-00339, Development Code Amendment
DRC2004-00352, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2004-00082.
Design Parameters: The site is located in a hillside area on the southerly flank of Red Hill
surrounding the historic Sycamore Inn Restaurant. The site contains 71 heritage trees. To the north
are the Red Hill Condominiums. To the west is the Sycamore Inn, vacant land, and single-family
homes. To the east is the elevated and abandoned Pacific Electric Railway corridor. To the south is
Foothill Boulevard, and further south, Knocker's bar and an automotive repair shop. The properties
• to the west are Mixed-Use land use, and Office/Commercial to the southwest. The Red Hill Golf
course is located northwest of the project site adjacent to the medium density residential
development.
The most significant design challenge is the steep topography, in which 34 percent of the site is
greater than 30 percent slope. Development on land with over 30 percent slopes requires both
Development Code and General Plan Amendments. The proposed project must also be designed
in accordance with the City of Rancho Cucamonga Development Code, Chapter 17.32, Foothill
Boulevard Districts, Guidelines for Development of Subarea 1.
The project site has not been identified as a "Historic Resource" per the standards of Rancho
Cucamonga Municipal Code Section 2.24 (Historic Preservation). An Historical Assessment of the
project site was conducted by Stephen R. Van wormer in May 1990,and revealed the following:four
historic resources were identified as a result of research and field survey and include: 1) the
Cucamonga Stage station site, 2)the Sycamore Inn, 3)the Red Chief Motel (recently demolished),
and 4) the San Bernardino Museum Archaeological Information has noted the presence of two
previously recorded historic bridges(CHS-1786-1 and CHS-1786-6)as well as the old Los Angeles
to San Bernardino road route(PS-BR-3-H)adjacent to the project boundaries.These resources are
outside the project area and will not be impacted. It is noted that the Sycamore Inn site is affected
from a site-specific impact, since the main access to the residential project is through the parking lot.
Careful attention to the current restaurant needs of the Inn must be considered with the residential
design so that the economic viability of this unique historical resource is not adversely affected.
Pre-Application Review: The Planning Commission conducted a workshop on August 13,2003(see
attached minutes). Staff identified four major issues: 1)development on hillside slopes 30 percent
• or greater contrary to the Hillside Development Ordinance, 2) building heights exceeding 30 feet
maximum allowed in Hillside areas, 3)architecture, and 4)private open spaces and entrances. The
Commissioners (Macias, Fletcher, Stewart) liked the overall concept and provided direction to
applicant.
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Previous DRC Review: The DRC reviewed the Project on August 17, 2004 and requested several
design changes. Staff has included the previous comments and in italics indicated the response by
the Applicant for the ease of review by the Committee.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Maior Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project:
1. View Protection — As an infill, hillside site, consideration and sensitivity to protection of
neighbors' views is critical. The applicant has provided sight-line sections through each
adjoining Red Hill Condominium unit. The developer was asked to conduct a neighborhood
meeting to obtain community input prior to this meeting. _Response—Applicant has revised
the project plans to drop from 211 units to 206 units, lowered the building pads and additional
4.5 to 5.5 feet and reconfigure the building layouts. The Applicant has also scheduled an
additional neighborhood meeting to present the revised project plans for February 24, 2005.
2. Architecture - The Community Recreation Building is well articulated with a high degree of
materials and definite 360-degree architecture policy compliance. However, the multi-family
buildings are not on the same level of architectural development and lack sufficient articulation
of the building planes for the ends and rear. Because of the relative large massing of the
• residential structures, additional movement of the building planes is recommended. In
addition, the stacked stone should be an element that is utilized on all sides of the proposed
residential architecture. Response — The Residential Buildings have been revised with
increased wall plane and materials articulation.
3. Building Height— On the downhill side, the buildings are 3-story, which exceeds the 30-foot
hillside building envelope. The Ordinance encourages stepping building. The applicant is
requesting a Development Code Amendment to resolve this issue; however, the Committee
should still discuss whether the upper floors should be stepped back more than the 2 to 3 feet
proposed to soften the height impact. Response—In addition the Plans have been revised to
reflect the use of only 2-story buildings along the Foothill frontage instead of the previous 3-
story proposal.
4. Tree Preservation - The site contains 71 heritage trees on-site, including Oak, Sycamore,
Pepper, Elm, and a few Eucalyptus trees. The City tree ordinance, which states, "The
Eucalyptus, Palm, Oak, Sycamore, Pine, and other trees growing within the City of Rancho
Cucamonga are a natural aesthetic resource which helps define the character of the city.
Such trees are worthy of protection in order to preserve the scenic beauty, prevent soil
erosion, provide shade, wind protection, screening and counteract air pollution." An Arborist
Report(David Evans and Associates,September 2003)identified the existing conditions of the
trees and reported on their type and general health (predominately focusing on Sycamores,
Oaks,and Ornamentals). Pertaining to Sycamore trees, if drainage is altered, it may affect the
amount of water that the Sycamores receive. The trees could be adversely effected if they
were to receive significantly less water than they have received historically. Should this be,
the developer should be required to replace the lost water with an irrigation system. In
• addition, it is recommended that grading be prohibited with the drip line of trees, which are to
be protected in place. Also, it is recommended that the drainage source or proposed irrigation
be designed in such a manner that additional moisture is not encouraged at the base of a tree
trunk or allowed to collect immediately adjacent to the tree truck,as this can cause rot. There
are 44 heritage trees that are located in the northwest corner of the site. This is an area that
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has been revised by the applicant, since the Pre-Application Review,to reduce the numberof
buildings from three to two and shifted the on-site driveway to the west. The arborist
recommended preservation of 35 on-site trees. The developer is proposing to save 25 on-site
trees; however, 10 of these are not those recommended by the arborist. Preservation of all 35
trees recommended by the arborist would require major Site Plan revisions. Further, based
upon the Arborist Report, staff believes that the proposed improvements would cause the
demise of four trees the developer has proposed to save: Tree #s 39, 43, 45, and 59. The
Tree Preservation Ordinance establishes the following priorities: 1)preserve-in-place healthy
trees, 2)if trees cannot be preserved-in-place,then transplant elsewhere on-site,and as a last
resort, 3) remove and replace with largest nursery grown stock available. The developer is
proposing to plant hundreds of new trees, ranging from 15-gallon up to 36-inch box.
Response—A revised Arborist Report has been submitted and Staff will report on orally at the
DRC meeting.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues:
1. Recreation Amenities—The project requires a minimum of five amenities;however,only three
qualifying amenities have been provided. Most of the items proposed do not qualify under
Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code Section 17.08.040.H: gazebos, trellis, and individual
rooms within the Recreation Building (kitchen, billiards,exercise). Only one BBQ facility at the
pool is shown; hence, does not meet the requirement for more than one. Also, staff
• recommends that a tot lot be provided for children (to qualify, multiple tot lots are required).
Response — The project is now designed with 6 (only 5 required) recreational amenities,
including a tot lot, which is located near the center of the residential units. Recreation
Amenities include; Recreation Building, Pool/Spa, Recreation Trail w/benches, BBQ Areas,
Large Turf Area (west side of site), and Tot Lot w/Play structure (located in center of site).
2. Architecture - The remote garages and trash enclosures are plain in comparison to all the
other buildings, with stucco being the sole wall surface material. The incorporation of the
stacked stone would create an integrated appearance to the overall project. Response —
Redesigned with 360-degree architectural features.
3. Architecture —Vary garage door designs. Response— Complied with request.
4. Grading— In at least three locations near on-site driveways or parking lot, 5-foot retaining walls
are proposed which exceeds the 3.5 feet on-,site
and 4 feet (upslope) allowed under
Hillside Development Ordinance. The applicant is requesting a Development Code
Amendment to resolve this issue. Response— The changes in grading have reduced import
requirements by 10,000 cubic yards.
5. Grading -"Brow ditches,""bench drains,"and cross and down drains are a prominent feature
of this project. The Hillside Development Ordinance requires special"naturalized appearance"
with river rock as a liner or within a closed drainage pipe. Response—Plans do not address
this concern, therefore the Committee may wish to recommend a condition of approval.
6. A mailbox center should be incorporated into the recreation building or designed as a stand
alone structure designed in keeping with the architectural style and materials of the complex.
Response — Plans do not address this concern, therefore, the Committee may wish to
recommend a condition of approval.
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Design Review Committee Action (dated August 17. 2004 with responses in italics):
Members Present: Fletcher, Fong, Stewart
Staff Planner: Larry Henderson
The Committee directed the applicant to work with staff to resolve the following critical design areas
and return to the Committee for further review of the revised plans:
1. The height and mass of the buildings needs to be reduced. Increasing the height of retaining
walls and greater variation in building and roof planes is required. Response—Building pad
elevations, orientation and architectural features have been revised to address the
Committee's comments.
2. The amenities package is not adequate and a tot lot needs to be added as well as spreading
out the amenities to a greater level and making the main recreation area more centralized to
all the units. Response — Amenities have been addressed and meet and exceed code
requirements. Main Recreation area location has not changed.
3. The Sycamore Inn entry area is not acceptable and must be safe as well as workable for the
operation of the Inn. Response — Redesign of the Foothill Boulevard Entry appears to be
reasonably acceptable to all parties.
4. Greater definition and planning for Heritage Tree preservation needs to be addressed.
Response—Revised Arborist report will be reported on orally by Staff at the DRC meeting.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the applicant re-design and re-submit the
project based on staff and Committee comments as appropriate.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Fletcher, Coleman
Staff Planner: Larry Henderson
The item was pulled from the agenda at the request of the applicant.
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• DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:30 p.m. Michael Smith March 1, 2005
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT17096 - CECIL R. CARNEY ARCHITECTS - A request to
subdivide a parcel of 4.77 acres for condominium purposes, in conjunction with a proposal to
construct seven buildings with a combined floor area of about 56,000 square feet, which will be
comprised of retail and professional office uses in the Office Park (OPK) District of the Etiwanda
Specific Plan, located near the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Candlewood Street -
APN: 1100-031-07. Related files: Environmental Assessment and Development Review
DRC2004-00716, Conditional Use Permit DRC2004-01094, and Pre-Application Review
DRC2003-01047.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00716-CECIL R.
CARNEY ARCHITECTS - A request to construct seven buildings with a combined floor area of
about 56,000 square feet, which will be comprised of retail and professional office uses, on 4.77
acres of land in the Office Park (OPK) District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, located near the
southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Candlewood Street-APN: 1100-031-07. Related files:
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17096, Conditional Use Permit DRC2004-01094, and Pre-Application
Review DRC2003-01047.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2004-01094-CECIL R. CARNEY ARCHITECTS-A request to
• construct seven buildings with a combined floor area of about 56,000 square feet, which will be
comprised of retail and professional office uses, on 4.77 acres of land in the Office Park (OPK)
District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, including 1.15 acre within the Etiwanda Avenue Overlay,
located near the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Candlewood Street -
APN: 1100-031-07. Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17096, Development Review
DRC2004-00716, and Pre-Application Review DRC2003-01047.
Design Parameters: The project site is located near the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and
Candlewood Street (future). The project area is generally rectangular in shape; the southeast
corner of Etiwanda and Candlewood is not a part of this project but is related. Once this site is
developed and access to it,the historic structure (the Cour House)located there will be shared. The
site is currently developed with the Etiwanda Post Office and a small office building. There is no
significant vegetation on-site. There is a windrow of Eucalyptus trees located off-site along the
southeast property line. The properties to the north and west are residential subdivisions that are in
various stages of construction. The property to the south is a residence. Parallel to the southeast
property line is the 15 Freeway.
The proposed project consists of seven buildings arrayed evenly throughout the site. All buildings
except Buildings B and D are two stories. Anticipated tenants include administrative/professional
offices, medical/dental offices, and supporting businesses such banks or office supply retailers. The
site has four access points (two from Etiwanda Avenue and two from Candlewood Street). Parking
will be located throughout the site, with the majority of the stalls located along the south and
southeast perimeter of the site and along the Candlewood Street frontage.
Each building is architecturally similar and have features such as raised tower elements,balconies,
• exposed structural (framing) elements, exterior stairways, and trellises. A characteristic of all
buildings will be an open roof, i.e. air conditioning units and other equipment will be mounted in wells
behind the pitched roof parapets (see attached example). The buildings are designed with several
primary materials/finishes including wood shingles/siding, plaster, and stone veneer. The roofing
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material proposed by the applicant is composition shingle. Each wall plane of each building will
incorporate a variety of the above noted materials and finishes. Horizontal and vertical articulation
of the wall planes and roof is extensive on most elevations of each building. The east elevation of
Building B is the exception, as it has limited articulation or architectural features providing interest
and variety. Although the primary entrances are not on this elevation, it is highly visible from the
parking lot,the adjacent buildings, and the 15 Freeway. Interesting features have been provided on
several of the buildings: Building A includes a large breezeway that will provide a focal point and
break-up the visual mass of the building as seen from Candlewood Street; Buildings B and D have
extensive amounts of storefront glass; Building E has a four-car garage;and Buildings F and G have
porch-like front entrances; Building C will be the new post office for the area.
The project also features a wide, open landscaped pedestrian walkway that serves a spine for the
site. This walkway links the plaza areas in front of each building and the parking lots along the
street frontages of Etiwanda Avenue and Candlewood Street. Direct pedestrian connections to
each street have also been provided. A fountain at the walkways west terminus, framed between
Buildings A and B, provides a significant focal point as seen from Etiwanda Avenue. A large
stand-alone entry and parking trellis feature serves as a focal point at the other end. Decorative
paving for these walkways has been provided. Landscape and non-parking hardscape coverage is
about 32 percent.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for Committee
discussion.
Major Issues: The following broad design issues will be the focus of Committee discussion
regarding this project.
1. The applicant has proposed using composition shingle roofing on all of the buildings. Staff
has indicated a preference for concrete the or similar material that is now typical for structures
(such as residences) with pitched roofs. Staff has forward this issue to the Design Review
Committee for discussion. Note that the historic house has composition shingle roofing.
2. The applicant has proposed an unspecified stone veneer. Building material samples were not
available when this staff report was written. The Etiwanda Specific Plan architectural
guidelines states "the use of fieldstone [river rock] as a major design element is strongly
encouraged"for projects along Etiwanda Avenue. Note that the historic home has river rock
along its base and the curbing along Etiwanda Avenue is composed of river rock. Staff
recommends real river rock.
3. Provide articulation to east elevation of Building B because it is highly visible from the main
parking lot, the adjacent buildings, and the 15 Freeway. Provide additional vision/spandrel
glass on the east elevation of Building B. As an alternative, provide a series of trellises along
the east side of this building.
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues.
1. Landscaping —The Etiwanda Specific Plan requires informal clusters of London Plane and
• Canary Island Pine trees behind sidewalk as the secondary street trees along Etiwanda
Avenue;therefore, revise the plan to eliminate the Crape Myrtle and Brachychiton populneus
trees along Etiwanda Avenue frontage.
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2. Provide an architectural feature over the mailbox drop-off. The design should be similarto the
courtyard entry portal.
3. Incorporate 30-inch high stonewalls or bermed landscaping along the Candlewood Street
frontage to screen the parking lot.
4. All street furniture should be decorative design consistent with architectural theme including
light standards, bike racks, benches, and trash receptacles.
5. Provide a system of on-site business directory signs throughout site and listing tenant names
and suite numbers. This will be critical for tenants because their wall signs are very small and
often hidden behind architectural features. Sign Ordinance allows up to 12 square feet in sign
area and up to 8 feet in height. Also, recommend site directory sign with Site Plan map at key
locations in plaza areas. Signs should be architecturally designed consistent with overall
theme of project.
6. Provide pedestrian oriented tenant signs that project perpendicular to the building (usually
over entry door).
7. Provide public art piece in a plaza area.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee approve the proposal subject to
• the above revisions being submitted prior to scheduling for Planning Commission.
Design Review Committee Action:
Members Present: Fletcher, Coleman
Staff Planner: Mike Smith
The Committee recommended approval,with the use of composition shingle roofing,subject to the
above comments and adding a large gable and more glass to the east elevation of Building B.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Res submitted,
Brad Buller
Secretary
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