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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986/07/17 - Agenda Packet CITY OF RANCH0 CUCAM~0NGA MEMORANDUM DATE: July 21, 1986 ACTION AGENDA TO: Com~erci al / I ndustri al 1977 Design Review Co~ittee Dennis Stout Suzanne Chitlea Brad Bul 1 er Dave Barker (A1 ternate) FROM: Nancy Fon9, Associate Planner SU~ECT: DESIGN REVIEW CO~I~EE MEETING OF JULY 17, 1986 The following is a description of projects which require review and rating by the Design Review Committee. P1 ease review the attached plans, visit the project sites, and write down your comments using the blank space provided under each project on the attached sheets. After the meeting, the consensus of the Committee's concerns will be typed up as the formal action/recommendation of the Committee and distributed to the Commission and Council. As always, feel free to contact the appropriate project manager (noted in parentheses along the left margin), prior to the meeting date, if you have specific questions related to the scheduled projects. Dinner will be provided between 5:00 - 5:30 p.m., Consent Calendar items will be reviewed between 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m., with the first design review item being heard at 6:00 p.m. Please notify our department if you will be unable to attend the meeting, or if you will be late, so that the dinner can be properly ordered and the necessary arrangements made. 6:00 - 6:30 (Dino) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 86-18 - L & M DEVELOPMENT - The development of a 40,000 sq. ft. office building on 1.7 acres of land within the Office professional District located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Turner Avenue - APN 208-331-30. 6:30 - 7:00 (Dino) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 86-17 VINEYARD NATIONAL BANK - The development of a 14,000 sq. ft. office addition to an existing 4,800 sq. ft. building on 1.44 acres of land within the General Commercial District located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Klusman Avenue - APN 208-15-01. DRC Meeting Agenda Commercial/Indust~ July 17, 1986 page 2 7:00 - 7:30 (Dino) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT B5-36 - TARGET STORES - The establishment of a temporary office trailer as an ancillary use to an existing warehouse facility on 6.4 acres of land within the General Industrial/Rail Served (Subarea 10) District located on the east side of pittsburg Avenue, between Newport Drive and 7th Street - APN 229-26-46. NF:ns Attachments CC: planning Commission/CitY Council DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 6:00 - 6:30 Dino July 17, 1986 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 86-18 - L & M acres of land within the Office professional District located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, east of Turner Avenue - APN 208-331- 30. Design parameters The project site i's a 1.7 acre vacant parcel between two developed sites: Michael J's on the west side, and Kindercare on the east side. The site grade is approximately 6 to 8 feet lower than Foothill Boulevard and slopes gradually southward. At the May 14, 1986 planning Commission meeting, the Commission determined the proposed use to be consis'tent with the Foothill Corridor Interim policies. Issues The proposed architecture for Foothill Boulevard is a critical issue with respect to the Foothill Corridor Interim policies. The policy goal is to design an image which is sensitive to the heritage of Rancho Cucamonga. The architect has submitted a written statement (attached) of architectural intent, indicating how the project relates to the heritage of Rancho Cucamonga, for your review. The applicant has placed greater architectural emphasis to the interior project site elevations as opposed to an =equal" emphasis to the Foothill Boulevard elevation. The P1 arming Commission indicated some "fine-tuning" was necessary to achieve the design goal for Foothill Boulevard. Staff Coe~aent~ Architecture: 1. The east and south building elevations best represent and capture some of the architectural design elements which relate to the heritage of Rancho Cucamonga, such as the use of vine arbors, wineberry and desert-tan colors, and riverrock. A1 though the primary emphasis of these features are presented in the east and south building elevations, it is equally important to sufficiently reflect these elements along Foothill Boulevard. It is recommended that vine arbor planting be incorporated into the Foothill Boulevard north building elevation as well as the west building elevation (Michael j's), with the accent handrail at the patio areas. In addition, the proposed riverrock should be incorporated into the landscape area along Foothill Boulevard. Further, it is recommended that a climbing vine (Ficus pumila) be planted at the base of the tower element. Oesi gn Review Comments DR 86-18 - L & M Development duly 17, 1986 - Page Two Site Plan: The straight pedestrian walk through the center of the ~arking 16~ is boarded by a 2 foot strip of landscaping on each side of the walk. It is recommended that the pedestrian walk be designed to meander to (1) create larger staggered landscape pockets, and (2) improve pedestrian access from adjacent parking spaces (see Exhibit "A" )o Landscaping: 1. The original plan presented to the planning Commission for preliminary review on May 14, 1986 indicated that the building was designed to retain the landscaped area along Foothill Boulevard, the~creening the first level parking and raising the landscaped area to be seen from public view. The applicant is now proposing to slope this'area from the public right-of-way at Foothill 6 to 8 feet down to the base of the parking level thereby exposing the parking area and hiding the landscaping (see Exhibit "B"). It is recommended that a combination of berming and riverrock walls be used to screen the first level parking and raise this landscape area to full view. 2. The west building elevation is designed similar to the Foothill elevation (north) in which the side property line landscaping slopes from the property line 3 to 4 feet down to the base of the parking level (see Exhibit "C"). Again, this design exposes the parking area and prevents full view of the landscaped area. It is recommended that the landscaped area along the west property line be retained at a minimum level adjacent to grade in order to increase p~rking area screening and bring the landscape area into full view. 3. provide a combination of tree and bushy shrubs (e.g., Purple Hopseed) on slope along the west and north property lines. Design ReviewCoem~nts Members Present: Herman Rempel, Dave Barker, Brad Bullet Staff planner: Dino putrino The Design Review Committee recommends the following: 1. planters be incorporated into the Foothill Boulevard north building elevation as well as the west building elevation with the accent handrail at the patio areas similar to the east and south building elevations. 2. Riverrock be incorporated into the landscape area along Foothill Boulevard. Design Review Comments DR 86-18 - L & M Development july 17, 1986 -- Page Three 3. Climbing vine (Ficus Pumula) be planted at the base of the tower element along Foothill Boulevard. 4. Build up the 45 foot landscape area along Foothill Boulevard to be seen from public view and screen first level parking. 5. provide pictures of other projects which use the same roof tile product for Planning Commission review. 6. Landscape area along the west property line be raised and retained at the same level as the existing grade to the west in order to increase parking area screening and bring the landscaping area into full view. 7. Increase landscape area width along the east property line from two (2) to five (5) feet. 8. pedestrian walk through the center of the parking lot be designed to meander with landscape pockets (see Exhibit "A" presented in DRC comments). SONNY L. MASCARENAS,A.I.A.,ARCHITECT June 18, 1986 City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department 9320 Baseline Rd. Suite C Rancho cucamonga, CA 91730 Attn: Dino Putrino Dear Dino, We are submitting our project, the RANCH0 FOOTHILL pROFESSIONAL CENTER, for design review. As you know, the project is in the Foothill Corridor district and therefore requires various architectural elements reflecting the heritage of Rancho Cucamonga. We are sensitive to these concerns, and have blended together architectural components which we feel will relate to the history indigenous to this area'What is Rancho Cucamonga? It is an area blessed with a strong sense of history, and abounds with historical homes and buildings whose roots are deeply imbedded in the grape vineyards and wine industry. This is the city's basic theme, and is reflected in various residential and commercial land uses'Considering our site is within close proximity to two historical landmark wineries, our building will include such materials as a mauve, flat concrete tile roof; a desert-tan plaster exterior; wineberry accent colors; and a generous amount of trellised vine arbors. We are using river-rock in many landscaped seating areas and suggest curved parapet walls to recall other historical architectural features. We have made a strong attempt to incorporate many archi- tectural elements that comprise the historical character of Cucamonga and the surrounding areas. ARCHITECTURE · PLANNING · INTERtORS 415W. Foothill BIvd.,Claremont,Ca91711 phone(714) 626-4428 · ~ Page 2 Thank you for the good working relationship we have had on this project. If you would like further clarification of our design intent, or have any further questions, please feel free to call me. Sincerely, SONNY MAS RENAS ARCHITECTS ~ RESL.M~N~ Sonny L Mascarenas, A.I.A. SLM/am cc: L & M Development file I L-~ EXISTING DRAINAGE DITCH DRAINAGE DITCH ' 238.98' RANCHO CUCAMONGA T~TLE: t, ~ u PLANNING DIVISION EXHIBIT: A SCALE: ~ ~1~ SITE SECTION B CITY OF ITEM= ~ PLANNING DIVISION : ~' MECH. EQUIP- LEASE SPACE LEASE SPACE MICHAEL J'S ,-"'-"~ ~ ~' i PARKING ..... -*:.. ~. . .. CITY OF ~TE,x,b , t , I RANCHO CUCAMONGA X'~'~.T..~ PLANNING DIVISION SCALE: DESIGN REVIEW COM~4ENTS 6:30 - 7:00 Dino July 17, 1986 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 86-17 VINEYARD NATIONAL BANK - The development of a 14,000 sq. ft. office addition to an existing 4,800 sq. ft. building on 1.44 acres of land within the General Commercial District located at the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Klusman Avenue - APN 208-15-01. Design parameters The site consists of the building previously occupied by Wilmington Savings & Loan. The rear portion of the site is vacant. Vineyard National Bank proposes to add 14,000 sq. ft. to the existing bank, expand and renovate on-site and off-site improvements. At the january 8, 1986 planning Commissi on meeting, the Commissi on reviewed the preliminary plans and determined that the proposed use is consistent with the Foothill Corridor Interim policies, subject to addressing the development guidelines contained within the Interim policies. Staff Comments Site Plan: 1. The proposed plan indicates that the existing trash enclosure will remain in its existing location at the end of the main drive aisle view corridor. It is recommended that the trash enclosure area be relocated approximately 10 to 15 feet south of the existing/proposed location and replace the existing trash enclosure area with landscaping to enhance the end of aisle view. 2. A sidewalk is proposed along and adjacent to the south side of the building from the public sidewalk on Klusman Avenue to the front entrance and from the proposed drive- thru lanes to the front entrance. The sidewalk appears redundant due to the proximity of the public sidewalk along Foothill Boulevard. It is recommended that this access be eliminated. 3. The employee plaza area is located in the middle of the parking area and consists of three (3} 8 foot concrete benches incorporated in a landscaped pedestrian walk area. It is recommended that the plaza area be relocated within the 1 andscaped area adjacent to the northwest corner of the proposed two story addition to allow closer accessibility and a more pleasant environment (see Exhibit "A"). This area should include seating, tables, and trellis with vine planting for shading purposes. Design Review Comments DR 86-17 - Vineyard Nat'l Bank July 17, 1986 -- Page Two Architecture: The Foothill Corridor Interim Policies require that the architecture of new construction shall be sensitive to the heritage of Rancho Cucamonga. Design elements may include, but are not limited to, riverrock/fieldstone walls, exposed beamwork, vine arbors, curved parapet walls, and covered walkways or arcades. According to the applicant, the proposed architecture is a contemporary interpretation of these design elements. The applicant suggested that the earth-tone brick veneer, brown metal fascias and arches could be considered by the Committee as contemporary expressions of heritage el ements. 1. Is the proposed contemporary design sensitive to the heritage of Rancho Cucamonga? 2. The equipment and trash enclosure gates are proposed to be redwood. It is recommended that these gates be designed to match the proposed roof element in material (metal) and color (dark brown anodized) for compatibility and durability. 3. A vine covered arbor could be provided at the main entrance and/or plaza area on north elevation to introduce an element of the Rancho Cucamonga heritage. Landscape: The conceptual design landscape plan meets the quality desired tor a commercial use. 1. Berming and meandering sidewalk should be provided per Special Boulevard policies for Foothill Boulevard. 2. Additional specimen size trees should be provided along Foothill. Design ReviewCmittee Action Members Present: Herman Rempel, Dave Barker, Brad Bull er Staff Planner: Dino PutrinD The Design Review Committee recommends the following: 1. Design the Foothill Boulevard drive approach to direct vehicles to make right turns only. 2. Design a plaza around the automatic teller machine located at the northeast corner of the proposed 2 story building (within building column element) to include decorative low profile seating wall and trellis cover. Design Review Comments DR 86-17 - Vineyard Nat'l Bank July 17, 1986 -- Page Three 3. Provide a written statement describing the relationship of the proposed project design to the Rancho Cucamonga heritage for Planning Commission review. 4. Replace building rear wing walls with trellis cover. 5. Design future wall signage on single story building area. DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS 7:00 - 7:30 Dino July 17, 1986 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 85-36 - TARGET STORES - The establishment of a temporary office trailer as an ancillary use tF6 an existing warehouse facility on 6.4 acres of land within the General Industrial/Rail Served (Subarea 10) District located on the east side of Pittsburg Avenue, between Newport Drive and 7th Street - APN 229-26-46. Design Parameters This item is the result of code enforcement. The proposed trailer is used as office space and occupied by three (3) employees. The trailer has been parked across four parking stalls due to the proximity to an electrical supply from a pump house and out of the main traffic flow. (See Exhibit "A". Photos to be presented at the July 17, 1986 DRC Meeting.) The trailer is needed due to increase in work volume. Target is currently in construction stages of a 1 arger permanent facility in Fontaria and scheduled to move in by February 1988 at which time the temporary office trailer would be removed. Staff Coments Site Plan: An alternative location for the trailer to be considered is on the north side of the adjacent north wall of the proposed location (see Exhibit "A"). The trailer would be completely screened located on the north side of the wall, however, the office use would be less accessible to the main traffic flow. 1. Should the proposed trailer be located at an alternative location as suggested above? Landscaping: Provide potted trees and exterior plants along the south trailer elevation base. Architecture: The trailer does not have a skirt at its base. It is recommended that a skirt be added to the base of the trail er in order to screen the trailer supports. Oesign Review Comnents Members Present: Herman Rempel, Dave Barker, Brad Buller Staff Planner: Dino PutrinD Design Review Comments CUP 85-36 - Target Stores july 17, 1986 -- Page Two The Design Review Committee recommends the following: 1. Architecturally integrated skirt be added to the base of the trailer in order to screen the trailer supports. 2. Provide potted trees and exterior plants along the south trailer elevation base. 3. Limit Conditional Use Permit to one year or Target's vacancy of the premises, whichever comes first.