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DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2011 7:00 P.M.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER
RAINS ROOM
10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Committee Members: Lou Munoz Ray Wimberly James Troyer Donald Granger
Alternates: Frances Howdyshell Richard Fletcher Francisco Oaxaca
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.
(Tabe/Tasha) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00688 - VERIZON WIRELESS — A site and
architectural review of a 50-foot tall monopine wireless communication facility on the site
of Sacred Heart Catholic Church within the Regionally Related Commercial (RRC)
• Development District, located at 12676 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-211-24 and 25.
The Planning Department staff has determined that the project is exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA
Guidelines as a Class 3 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15303) exemption which covers the
installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures.
7:20 p.m.
(Mayuko) UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM DRC2010-00944 - GIRON ENGINEERS INC. - Uniform Sign
Program for Development Review DRC2008-00356, a proposed retail commercial center
consisting of 3 buildings totaling 11,588 square feet on 1.08-acre of land within the Specialty
Commercial District (Subarea 3) of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located on the
northeast comer of Foothill Boulevard and Klusman Avenue - APN: 0208-153-12,
0208-153-13, 0208-153-24. Related files: Development Review DRC2008-00356,
Preliminary Review DRC2007-00476, Tree Removal Permit DRC2010-00943, and Variance
DRC2010-00941.
7:40 p.m.
(Donald) PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT DRC2011-00824 - CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - A report on the use of metal roof material to simulate composition, tile
and barrel tile roofs for dwelling units within Residential Development Districts. The report
qualifies under State CEQA Guideline Section 15061(b)(3) because the report is for
informational purposes and will not result in an intensification of environmental impacts.
8:00 p.m.
(Steve/Carlo) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00577 - CALVARY CHAPEL OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - An amendment to the master plan to add additional building space for
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additional classrooms and add approximately 3,000 square feet of temporary modular
trailer space on site until the new classrooms can be built at Calvary Chapel of Rancho
Cucamonga located within the Office Park District of the Terra Vista Community Plan at
10700 Town Center Drive - APN: 1077-422-14. Related Case: Minor Development
Review DRC2011-00578. This action is categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301,
existing facilities.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:00 p.m. Tabe van der Zwaag December 6, 2011
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00688 - VERIZON WIRELESS —A site and architectural review
of a 50-foot tall monopine wireless communication facility on the site of Sacred Heart Catholic Church
within the Regionally Related Commercial (RRC) Development District, located at
12676 Foothill Boulevard - APN: 0227-211-24 and 25. The Planning Department staff has determined
that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and
the City's CEQA Guidelines as a Class 3 (CEQA Guidelines Section 15303) exemption which covers the
installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures.
Project Proposal: The applicant proposes constructing a wireless communication facility on the site of
the Sacred Heart Catholic Church located at 12676 Foothill Boulevard. The facility will be in the form of
a 45-foot high monopine (top of branches at 50 feet). The facility will be located approximately 450 feet
north of the curb face on Foothill Boulevard and 55 feet east of the 1-15 Freeway sound wall, adjacent to
an existing building. The related control equipment will be within two walled equipment shelters that will
be located on either side of the existing trash enclosure, against the 1-15 Freeway sound wall. The
facility will require the elimination of two parking spaces that will be replaced along the north property
line.
The height limit in the Regionally Related Commercial Development District is 35 feet. Development
Code Section 17.26.020 classifies wireless communication facilities that are over the height limit as
Major Wireless Communication Facilities, which require the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
Development Code Section 17.26.030 states that Major Wireless Communication Facilities may not be
located within 300 feet of a residential development district unless they are collocated with a second
wireless communication facility. The northern portion of the church parking lot is zoned Medium
Residential and is within 300 feet of the proposed wireless communication facility. The applicant has
been unable to find a second carrier to collocate on the facility, though the facility is collocatable. The
applicant has submitted a Variance request to overcome the separation requirement.
Staff Comments: Staff feels that the design and placement of the wireless communication facility is
appropriate for the proposed location as there are other mature pine trees on the site, and the facility will
be partially screened from public view. The facility is located behind the church sanctuary and 450 feet
behind the Foothill Boulevard right-of-way. The facility will also be screened by the row a mature
eucalyptus trees adjacent to the 1-15 Freeway sound wall and along the east property line, adjacent to
the multi-family residences. A planter will be built around the monopine to help screen the base of the
facility. The equipment shelters that will screen the related control equipment and emergency generator
will have a stucco finish and overhead lattice structures to match the existing trash enclosure.
Major Issues: None.
Secondary Issues: None.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee approve the proposed
design as submitted.
Design Review Committee Action:
The project was approved as presented but with the condition that the applicant provides a raised planter
around the base of the monopine.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Tabe van der Zwaag
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:20 p.m. Mayuko Nakajima December 6, 2011
UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM DRC2010-00944 - GIRON ENGINEERS INC. - Uniform Sign Program for
Development Review DRC2008-00356, a proposed retail commercial center consisting of 3 buildings
totaling 11,588 square feet on 1.08-acre of land within the Specialty Commercial District (Subarea 3) of the
Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located on the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and
Klusman Avenue - APN: 0208-153-12, 0208-153-13, 0208-153-24. Related files: Development Review
DRC2008-00356, Preliminary Review DRC2007-00476, Tree Removal Permit DRC2010-00943, and
Variance DRC2010-00941.
Background: On August 16, 2011, the Design Review Committee (DRC) reviewed the proposal for
Development Review DRC2008-00356, a proposed retail commercial center consisting of 3 buildings
totaling 11,588 square feet. The Committee recommended approval of the Development Review but
directed the applicant to complete the Uniform Sign Program and bring it back to the DRC prior to staff
scheduling the Development Review application for Planning Commission.
Proposal: The applicant has completed the requested Uniform Sign Program. The wall signs will all be
channel letters with non-illuminated signs on the north elevation where there are adjacent residents, and
illuminated signs facing Foothill Boulevard. A Route 66 monument sign will be anchored at the corner of
Foothill Boulevard and Klusman Avenue. The owner has chosen not to incorporate any business
identification monument signs at this time. The Sign Program complies with the current Sign Ordinance,
and staff feels that the Sign Program is compatible with the buildings.
Staff Comments: Staff has reviewed the Uniform Sign Program, and the following comments are
intended to provide an outline for the Committee discussion regarding this project.
Major Issues:
1. None.
Minor Issues:
1. None.
Staff recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend approval of
this Uniform Sign Program along with Development Review DRC2008-00356 to the Planning
Commission.
Design Review Committee Action:
The project was approved as presented.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Mayuko Nakajima
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
7:40 p.m. Donald Granger December 6, 2011
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT DRC2011-00824 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A report on
the use of metal roof material to simulate composition, tile and barrel tile roofs for dwelling units within
Residential Development Districts. The report qualifies under State CEQA Guideline
Section 15061(b)(3) because the report is for informational purposes and will not result in an
intensification of environmental impacts.
Background
Historically, the Planning Department's re-roof operating policy for existing single-family homes is like
material to like material (e.g., composition to composition) or a material upgrade (e.g., composition to
tile). In August of 2011, the Planning Department received a request from a homeowner who had
removed his existing composition roof to install a metal roof that simulates composition. Based upon the
existing policy, the Planning staff denied the permit at the counter; the resident subsequently appealed
the Planning Director's decision to the Design Review Committee for consideration.
At the August 2, 2011, Design Review Committee meeting, the Design Review Committee received
testimony from the appellant (homeowner), a metal roofing contractor and a metal roofing manufacturer
regarding the aesthetic, environmental, wind, solar and energy benefits of metal roofs. Following the
testimony and discussion, Chairman Munoz directed staff to prepare a report analyzing the benefits and
negative aspects of metal roofs that imitate tile for use on residential dwelling units. Chairman Munoz
requested that staff provide a comprehensive analysis of metal roofs that includes the following:
• Aesthetics
• Noise
• Structural and wind load requirements
• Life span and walkability factors
• Energy efficiency and green building compatibility
• Survey of surrounding cities regarding polices on the use metal roofs for residential structures
On September 20, 2011, Planning staff presented a comprehensive report to the Design Review
Committee (Exhibit A) outlining the manufacturing, installation, structural, energy, aesthetic, and lifespan
characteristics of metal roofs. The report also includes information on the permit requirements of
surrounding cities for metal roofs on residential dwelling units. Following the oral Staff Report and
discussion, the Committee tentatively concurred with staff's recommendation affirming the use of metal
roofs that mimic tile, barrel tile, and shake to be acceptable, but requested that staff arrange for a field
tour prior to making a final decision.
On November 3, 2011, Planning staff conducted a field tour of 5 homes in the cities of Chino Hills and
Upland to permit the full Planning Commission the opportunity to review metal barrel tile and shake roof
roofs on single-family dwelling units. The Commission reviewed the metal roofs in the field, and then
requested that the issue of metal roofs return to the Design Review Committee for a final Staff Report,
consideration, and discussion by the Design Review Committee.
DRC ACTION AGENDA
DRC2011-00824 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 6, 2011
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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. Based upon the information contained in the September 20, 2011, Design Review Committee Staff
Report, photos and field tour conducted on November 3, 2011, the Committee should provide
direction to staff regarding the use of metal roofs for the following:
• Residential re-roofs
• New residential construction
Secondary Issues: Once all of the major issues have been addressed, and time permitting, the
Committee will discuss the following secondary design issues.
1. There are no Secondary Issues.
Policy Issues: The following items are a matter of Planning Commission policy and should be
incorporated into the project design without discussion.
1. There are no Policy Issues.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Committee receive the report and provide input
and direction as the Committee deems appropriate.
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Design Review Committee Action:
The Committee received the Staff Report on metal roofs. After review and discussion, the Committee
provided the following direction to staff regarding the use of metal roofs:
1. The Committee affirmed the current Development Code regarding the use of texture-coated metal
roofs on residential construction. Per Section 17.08.040-S, the Design Review Committee will
review requests to use metal roofs on new construction as the project is reviewed by the Design
Review Committee during the entitlement process.
2. The Committee approved the use of metal roofs for re-roof purposes on existing residential units
and affirmed to the Planning Director that the issuance of permits for metal roofs on residential
re-roofs is acceptable, provided the following five conditions are included:
• The roof shall have open cut valleys.
• A drip-edge overhang shall be provided at the eaves.
• The edge metal shall not be exposed more than two inches.
• The starter of the hip and ridge shall be cut and bent neatly.
• No trim tiles shall be used on the rake of the gable roof.
DRC ACTION AGENDA
DRC2011-00824 — CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 6, 2011
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Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly
Staff Planner: Donald Granger
Attachments: Exhibit A - Design Review Committee Staff Report, dated September 20, 2011
Exhibit B - Draft Planning Commission Special Meeting Metal Roof Tour Minutes,
dated November 2, 2011
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
8:00 p.m. Steve Fowler December 6, 2011
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00577 - CALVARY CHAPEL OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - An
amendment to the master plan to add additional building space for additional classrooms and add
approximately 3,000 square feet of temporary modular trailer space on site until the new classrooms can
be built at Calvary Chapel of Rancho Cucamonga located within the Office Park District of the Terra Vista
Community Plan at 10700 Town Center Drive - APN: 1077-422-14. Related File: Minor Development
Review DRC2011-00578. This action is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, existing facilities.
Design Parameters: The applicant is proposing to construct a 960 square foot temporary, 1-story
modular classroom structure for Sunday school at an existing church and school on approximately 4
acres at 10700 Town Center Drive. This site is located west of Elm Avenue between Town Center Drive
and Church Avenue in the Office Park (OP) District of the Terra Vista Community Plan.
Background: The church was approved on September 11, 2002, with a phasing plan. The first phase
was for a 17,733 square foot multi-purpose building, basketball and volleyball courts, turf children's play
area and outdoor courtyard with the associated parking and landscaping. The second phase of the
original approval was reviewed by the Planning Director on August 4, 2004 for the 21,500 square foot
primary worship center. On July 9, 2008 the Planning Commission approved the site for a private
parochial school within the multi-purpose building.
Since the previous approvals the school has grown and needs additional classroom space. This
proposal is for the placement and construction of a temporary classroom and master plan of the future
placement of a permanent classroom. The temporary classroom will be located south of the parking lot
and west of the worship center on the volleyball court. This classroom will be a modular trailer that will
be stuccoed to match the exterior of the church. This structure will only be allowed to remain on the site
for a maximum of 5 years. The permanent classroom location is just south of the temporary classroom
also on the existing volleyball court. A Development Review application will be required for the design of
this building to provide staff the opportunity to review the elevations for consistency with the existing
buildings. The additional classroom requires minimal parking and the existing church has ample parking
for this additional use. This classroom will be utilized on Sundays for Sunday school purposes.
The landscape around the building will remain the same and the architectural style shall match the
existing buildings on site.
Staff Comments: The following comments are intended to provide an outline for the Committee
discussion regarding this project.
Major Issues: The applicant worked hard with staff to follow the criteria outlined in the Development
Code. There are no major issues regarding this project at this time.
Minor Issues:
1. At the meeting, the applicant will present plans that will show how the architectural style, finish and
materials will match the exterior of the existing building. .
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00577 - CALVARY CHAPEL OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
December 6, 2011
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Policy Issues:
1. No policy issues at this time.
Staff recommendation: Staff recommends that the Design Review Committee recommend approval of
Conditional Use Permit DRC2011-00577 to the Planning Commission.
Design Review Committee Action:
Mr. Mike Eddy, a representative from Calvary Chapel, presented a plan to place a temporary school
room on the site at 10700 Town Center Drive and proposed the location of a permanent classroom for
the future. Mr. Eddy requested that the temporary building not have to match the materials of the
existing buildings as the temporary building was going to be leased and not owned.
The Committee members requested that the applicant research different materials that would simulate
the materials that are on the existing buildings and not create a substantial cost increase or compromise
the structural integrity of the building. The applicant agreed to work with staff to explore different
materials. The Committee requested that the applicant make these changes and bring the project back
for review.
Members Present: Munoz, Wimberly, Granger
Staff Planner: Steve Fowler
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
December 6, 2011
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
James R. Troyer, AICP
Planning Director