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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-17 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA2002-00001,A REQUEST TOAMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT AND MAP PROVISIONS FROM OFFICE TO MIXED USE FOR 7.24 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, WEST OF THE CUCAMONGA CHANNEL, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 207-101-32, 33, AND 50. A. Recitals. 1. The Frazier Group filed an application for General Plan Amendment GPA2002-00001,as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On January 22, and continued to February 12, 2003, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the associated Development District Amendment and Development Code Amendment applications and issued Resolution No. 03- 18 and Resolution No. 03-19, respectively, recommending to the City Council that Development District Amendment DDA2002-00001 and Development Code Amendment DCA2002-00001 be approved. 3. On January 22, and continued to February 12, 2003,the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date. 4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved bythe 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 hearing on January 22, and February 12, 2003, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 7.24 acres of land, basically a triangular configuration, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard,west of the Cucamonga Channel and is presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Office; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is vacant and the future Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail. The property to the west is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is vacant. The property to the east is designated Community Commercial and is the Vineyard Town Center. The property to the south is designated Medium Residential and developed with a trailer park and single-family homes. 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. 03-17 GPA2002-00001 — FRAZIER GROUP February 12, 2003 Page 2 d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; 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 forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That 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 as evidenced by its frontage on a public street, its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation, and the evidence of similar uses existing in the immediate area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by existing medium density residential development and commercial activities in the immediate area; and C. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan, which contains provisions for Mixed Use land use designations. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated 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 Mitigated Negative Declaration and Monitoring attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Mitigated 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 Mitigated 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 Mitigated Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project,which are listed below. Environmental Mitigation: Water 1) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan that identifies Best Management Practices to be implemented during the period the site is under construction. Best Management Practices shall be identified on the Grading Plan for review and approval by the City Engineer. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 03-17 GPA2002-00001 — FRAZIER GROUP February 12, 2003 Page 3 Air Quality 1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. 2) Streets adjacent to the site shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. 3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 miles per hour to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such episodes. 4) Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions. 5) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on low emission factors and high- energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications. 6) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible. 7) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. Noise 1) Recommendations and/or mitigation measures presented in the noise analysis shall become a part of the Mitigation Monitoring Plan for the project. If sound barriers and/or building elements designed to reduce interior noise levels are required, then they shall be incorporated into design plans. 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 Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources orthe habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated 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-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 03-17 GPA2002-00001 — FRAZIER GROUP February 12, 2003 Page 4 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment GPA2002-00001 to establish a Mixed Use designation for the site identified in the Resolution and to add the written text in the attached draft City Council Resolution. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2003. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: C r Lafry T. Viel, Chairman Al ATTEST: �Brad Bul creta 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 2003, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: COMMISSIONERS: MCNIEL ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA2002-00001,A REQUEST TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT AND MAP PROVISIONS FROM OFFICE TO MIXED USE FOR 7.24 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, WEST OF THE CUCAMONGA CHANNEL, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 207-101-32, 33, AND 50. A. Recitals. 1. The Frazier Group filed an application for General Plan Amendment GPA2002-00001,as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On January 22, and continued to February 12, 2003, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the associated Development District Amendment and Development Code Amendment applications and issued Resolution No. 03-18 and Resolution No. 03-19, respectively, recommending to the City Council that Development District Amendment DDA2002-00001 and Development Code Amendment DCA2002- 00001 be approved. 2. On January 22, and continued to February 12, 2003, the Planning Commission conducted the public hearing and recommended approval of the application by the adoption of Resolution No. 03-17. 3. On the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the associated Development District Amendment and Development Code Amendment applications and issued Resolution No. _' and Resolution No. _, respectively, approving the associated Development District Amendment DDA2002-00001 and Development Code Amendment DCA2002-00001. 4. On ,the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. 5. 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 City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council 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 Council during the above- referenced public hearing on 2003, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA2002-00001 — FRAZIER GROUP Page 2 a. The application applies to approximately 7.24 acres of land, basically a triangular configuration, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard,west of the Cucamonga Channel and is presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Office; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is vacant and the future Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail. The property to the west is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is vacant. The property to the east is designated Community Commercial and is the Vineyard Town Center. The property to the south is designated Medium Residential and developed with a trailer park and single-family homes. 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 d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; 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 Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a That 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 as evidenced by its frontage on a public street, its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation, and the evidence of similar uses existing in the immediate area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by existing Medium Density residential development and commercial activities in the immediate area; and C. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan, which contains provisions for Mixed Use land use designations. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration,together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application,the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence thatthe project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Monitoring attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Mitigated 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 Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative Declaration with regard to the application. CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA2002-00001 — FRAZIER GROUP Page 3 b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project,which are listed below. Environmental Mitigation: Water 1) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan that identifies Best Management Practices to be implemented during the period the site is under construction. Best Management Practices shall be identified on the Grading Plan for review and approval by the City Engineer. Air Quality 1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RW QCB)daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. 2) Streets adjacent to the site shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. 3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 miles per hour to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such episodes. 4) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions. 5) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on low emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications. 6) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible. 7) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA2002-00001 — FRAZIER GROUP Page 4 Noise 1) Recommendations and/or mitigation measures presented in the noise analysis shall become a part of the Mitigation Monitoring Plan for the project. If sound barriers and/or building elements designed to reduce interior noise levels are required, then they shall be incorporated into design plans. C. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c)of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations,the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole,the Initial Study and Mitigated 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 the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council during the public hearing, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-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 Council hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment GPA2002-00001 to change the land use designation from Office to Mixed Use for the site identified in this Resolution and shown in Exhibit"A"of this Resolution, and to add the following text to the General Plan Land Use Element, Section 2.5.5: "The City has identified the following areas for special mixed use consideration: Foothill Boulevard-Cucamonga Channel site—This 7.24-acre site is significant within Subarea 1 of the Foothill Boulevard Districts. At the southern base of"Red Hill,"the site is strategically located near the northwest corner Historic Route 66 Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. Like other newly designated Mixed Use districts, this site presents an opportunity to expand commercial office activity, while providing an opportunity for new multi-family development in the City. The following table specifies the uses and range of development that is anticipated to bring positive aspects to revitalize the area. Percent Acreage Land Use Mix Range Range Medium Residential 0% - 100% 0 - 7.24 acres 8-14 dwelling units per acre Office 0% - 100% 0 - 7.24 acres This Mixed Use site may be considered with a base zoning of Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) if developed in conjunction with a Senior Housing Overlay District (SHOD). The land use categories proposed within the Mixed Use area shall be of the character and intensity as defined in the corresponding sections of the Land Use Element." CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. G PA2002-00001 —FRAZI ER GROUP Page 5 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. m x General Plan Land Use Map s milli a ri = Project She Proposed to be changed to MV<ed Use 0 ys s k 9 ° E° Foothill ou evar �M Y \<f ,%. ..... �A�5,b3 <tt, y Jur S;,n \\\o ..Y uk`..»>:eR.n 4, ,>:4^•• ,: 3 �050u`R b'Ff C«+f:`�u'YoL 9 9rN\y>Jf2�,, rky � . Lob>b$fJ2eoeCOC .YR ¢.,n �2id`d;`«i� �h a /v 5 Sm FR. !'F."I & 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 Feet N City of Rancho Cucamonga MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM Project File No.: GP A2002-00001, DDA2002-00001, and DCA2002-00001 This Mitigation Monitoring Program(MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code). Program Components -This MMP contains the following elements: 1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and the procedure necessary to ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project. 2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. 3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations by those responsible for the program. Program Management-The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department. Procedures -The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants'fees, incurred by the City in performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant. 2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached hereto. This procedure designates who will take action,what action will be taken and when,and to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address: City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Mitigation Monitoring Program Page 2 3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staffs is needed,as determined by the project planner or responsible City department,to monitor specific mitigation activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner. 4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of development. 5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP Reporting Form. 6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation measures.The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions. An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel. 7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after written notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached hereto is not occurring.The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented. 8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds(or other forms of guarantee) with the City. These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required period of time. 9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall conform to the City s MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior to the issuance of building permits. (:\FINAL\CEQA\MMP Form-revmpd MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III) Project File No.: _ GPA2002-00001, DDA2002-0001, & DCA2002-0001 Applicant: Frazier Group Initial Study Prepared by: Warren Morelion Date: December 30, 2002 Mitigation Measures No. Responsible . . . Timing . od of Verified Sanctions Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance Water' .. ,; ::.0 iw fl ? . b'7~ 7`" ,'. Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall prepare a CP/CE B Review of plans C 2 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan that identifies Best Management Practices to be implemented during the period the site is under construction. Best Management Practices shall be Identified on the Grading Plan for review and approval by the City Engineer. Air Quality The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent CP C Review of plans C 2 (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)dailyto reduce PMrcemissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. Streets adjacent to the site shall be swept according to a schedule CP C Review of plans C 2 established by the City to reduce PM,o emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site.Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed CP C Review of plans C 2 25 miles per hour to minimize PMiu emissions from the site during such episodes. Chemical,soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall CP C Review of plans C 2 be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PMru emissions. The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment CP B Review of plans C 2 used on-site based on low emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers'specificabons. The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel CP C Review of plans C 2 powered equipment where feasible. The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading CP B Review of plans C 2 plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. Recommendations and/or mitigation measures presented in the noise CP D Review of plans A/C 3 analysis shall become a part of the Mitigation Monitoring Plan for the project. If sound barriers and/or building elements designed to reduce interior noise levels are required,then they shall be incorporated into design plans. Key to Checklist Abbreviations Responsible P@rSOO Monitoring;Frequeney d ; , Method of Veryflcatlon Sanctions CDD-Community Development Director or designee A•With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map CP-City Planner or designee B-Prior To Construction B-Other Agency Permit I Approval 2-Withhold Grading or Building Permit CE-City Engineer or designee C-Throughout Construction C-Plan Check 3-Withhold Certificate of Occupancy BO-Building Official or designee D-On Completion D-Separate Submittal(Reports I Studies I Plans) 4-Stop Work Order PO-Police Captain or designee E-Operating 5-Retain Deposit or Bonds FC-Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP