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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017/06/14 - Minutes - PC-HPCJVIVC 11+1 LV HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA A. 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Oaxaca X Vice Chairman Macias _ A_ Commissioner Fletcher X Commissioner Munoz Commissioner Wimberly _X_ • Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner, Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community Development, Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney: Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Donald Granger, Senior Planner, Albert Espinoza, Asst. City Engineer, Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Mike Smith, Senior Planner, Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner. Dat Tran, Assistant Planner B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Historic Preservation Commission or Planning Commission on any item listed or not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the Commission from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Commission may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to 5 minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair, depending upon the number of individuals embers of the audience. This is a professional business meeting and courtesy and decorum are expected. Please refrain from any debate between audience and speaker, making loud noises or engaging in any activity which might be disruptive to the decorum of the meeting. Kevin Ellis — A resident adjacent to the development at Day Creek and Base Line Road, expressed concern about the additional traffic load anticipated with the proposed project. Don Horvatch — Spoke regarding Item E4 noting his residence is south of the Etiwanda Preserve. He • expressed concern that the rest area will be moved from the preserve to next to his house. He also noted that when the house product is proposed he would prefer single -story homes to preserve his views. Page 1 of 18 -- ' 17 -- . . HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non -controversial. They will be acted upon by the Commission at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed for discussion. C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of May 24, 2017 • C2. Consideration to adopt Adjourned (Workshop) Meeting Minutes of May 24, 2017 MovedbyMunoz, seconded by Fletcher carried 3-0-1-1 (Oaxaca abstain, Macias absent) to adopt the minutes of May 24, 2017. D. DIRECTOR'S STAFF REPORTS The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chairman may open the meeting for public input. D1. PROPOSED REVIEW PROCEDURES AND POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT APPLICABLE TO HAUNTED HOUSES IN RESIDENCES/RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Dat Tran, assistant planner gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation/copy on file. Commissioner Fletcher asked if haunted houses in the residential district would be enforced by complaint. Mr. Tran said we rely on the applicants to operate within the bounds of the Temporary Use Permit. If they do not then neighbors call the police for enforcement. Commissioner Fletcher said he does not want TUP's issued for this use in residential areas as it allows for big parties and the impacts that come with them. He said in residential areas • he did not think there should be advertising on the internet and no fees for admission. Otherwise he had no objection to them in the commercial areas. Page 2 of 18 vvI'IL- I-T) cv HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Wimberly said he would need to see the full process being proposed and statistics of the complaints to determine what we are dealing with before he asks the City to modify what we have. Mr. Tram said he could supply that information to the Commission. Commissioner Munoz agreed with Commissioner Wimberly. He noted no alternatives are noted in the report. He said he would like to see a draft code amendment with alternatives and also have the Police Department and the Fire Department weigh in. Candyce Burnett, City Planner, said part of the purpose was to get the topic in front of the • Commission as this has to be a policy discussion and determine if there is even a need to address it. She said it has become an increasing issue in the residential community. She said the holiday is approaching and we brought the report to the Commission to initiate and to give something to think about. She said staff has some ideas and we are asking if we want to recommend excluding this activity from the residential areas altogether. With the increase of these in residential areas there are impacts with traffic, multiple days they are operating producing farther reaching impacts than initially thought. We wanted at least an idea of what the Commission would consider and let us know how to proceed. Commissioner Munoz said allowing this activity in the residential area will cause problems and he felt the need to be proactive. He said he would like to see a draft code amendment with data to back it up. Chairman Oaxaca concurred and said we should look at appropriate locations/ commercial vs non-commercial. He wondered of the City takes on any responsibility if funds are taken for a non-profit and then what happens if those funds are not properly delivered to the non- profit. He said he would like the regulations to be less restrictive initially but increase incrementally as needed. He said standards are necessary with Building and Safety and Fire evaluating the improvements. He asked what the costs would be and said the process should be realistic, otherwise, it would make the permitting impossible and therefore should make the use to be not permitted if that is the case. He added there should not be any admission charges at haunted houses in the residential areas.. The Secretary received and filed the report and the Commission gave general • direction to staff to bring back draft amendment language as well as statistics regarding the complaints received. There was some concern among the Page 3 of 18 JUNE 14, 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioners regarding haunted houses in the Residential Districts and they indicated additional controls may be in order overall. E. PUBLIC HEARINGS/PLANNING COMMISSION The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by law. The Chairman will open the public hearing to receive testimony. All such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual or less as determined by the Chairman. Please sign in after speaking. El. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2015-00991 — WECARE DIALYSIS CENTER — The development of a 10,912 square foot medical office building on 1.13 acres in the General Commercial (GC) District, on the east side of Grove Avenue, approximately 500 feet south of Arrow Route, located at 8591 Grove Avenue - APN: 0207-222-27. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines as a Class 32 Exemption (CEQA Section 15332) for In -fill Development Projects, CONTINUED FROM MAY 24, 2017. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) Patrick Chiu. said he is the Architect representing the applicant. After surnmarizing his pride about the project, he said they met all department requirements and they are in agreement with all the conditions. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt the Resolution of Approval No. 17-63 approving Design Review DRC2015-00991. E2. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20073 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 84 acres into twenty-seven (27) parcels and one (1) lettered lot located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 4th Street, south of 6th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APNs: 0210-082-41, -49, and -52. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre -Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Page 4 of 18 %)UNt ILFy LV HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. CONTINUED FROM MAY 24, 2017. Mike Smith, Senior Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance of the item to the June 28, 2017 meeting to allow time for further discussion of the conditions of approval. • Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, allowed the public hearing to remain open to the June 28, meeting date. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to continue Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 to June 28`^. E3. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20105 — LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP. — A review of a proposed subdivision of a property of about 82 acres into five (5) parcels located within the Empire Lakes Specific Plan, Planning Area 1, located north of 6th Street, south of the Metrolink/BNSF rail line, west of Milliken Avenue, and east of Utica/Cleveland Avenues - APN: 0209-272-20. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115, and Pre - Application Review DRC2017-00170. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on May 18, 2016 in connection with the City's approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2015-00114, Specific Plan Amendment DRC2015-00040, and Development Code Amendment DRC2015-00115. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required in connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project. Mike Smith, Senior Planner, stated that the applicant has requested a continuance of the item to the June 28, 2017 meeting to allow time for further discussion of the conditions of approval. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing and seeing and hearing no response, allowed the public hearing to remain open to the June 28, meeting date. • Commissioner Fletcher asked staff to give an explanation of what lead to the continuance when this comes back. Page 5 of 18 - -I - - - - ) - - - - HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Wimberly carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to continue Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20073 to June 28`h. E4. TIME EXTENSION DRC2017-00430 - GOLDEN MEADOWLAND, LLC. AND RANCH HAVEN, LLC. - A request for a fourth one-year time extension for a previously approved tentative tract map (Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16072) to subdivide 150.79 acres into 358 lots in the Low (2-4 dwelling units per acre) Residential District, with an average density of 2.3 dwelling units per acre for the entire project, in the Upper Etiwanda Neighborhood of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, located at northeast corner of Wilson Avenue and Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 0225-083-01, 12, 13, 15, 16 and 20. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior Environmental Impact Report certified by City is in June 16, 2004 by Resolution 04-204 and does not raise or create new environmental impacts not already considered in the Environmental Impact Report. Dominick Perez, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) He said in response to the speaker at the beginning of the meeting (see public comments) that there is no proposed development at this time. He said minor changes were made to the resolution which is on the dais for the Commissioners review. Chairman Oaxaca asked if when this comes back what would be the next step after the tract reap. Mr. Perez said if development is proposed prior to the expiration of the map, then that development proposal would proceed to DRC and follow that process on to the Planning Commission for approval. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. Don Horvatch said that area is just below the preserve and California sage is protected. He said people fill their trucks tip with sage and sell it. He asked if it is protected how developers can bulldoze acres of this. Mr. Perez said the sag was considered with the prior impact report. Chairman Oaxaca noted that one mitigation measure is for the developer to buy mitigation lands to compensate for those impacts. • Page 6 of 18 ---• -- ' '7 -- .. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Joseph Colvane. a member of the Alta Loma Riding Club said the site is in the equestrian overlay. He said that environmentally speaking, things change. He said to keep approving subsequent time extensions since 2004 seerns ludicrous. He expressed opposition. Natashia Walton, a local biologist, spoke regarding the removal of the sage. She said she is glad they are doing some mitigation and suggested staff review what consultants looked at to cover all species and what were the protocols and follow-up surveys used as animals move over the years. John Shafer, representing the owner, noted the city is requiring a mitigation land purchase of 335 acres. He said all surveys have been done and all came up negative and they are • updated. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Chairman Oaxaca stated the only issue before the Commission for consideration is the request to extend reap. He said there is the potential future opportunity to comment whenlif the project comes forward. Mr. Perez confirmed the time extension is discretionary. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt Resolution of Approval No. 17-64 approving Time Extension DRC2017-00430 as amended. Items E5-E9 were heard concurrently. E5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20042 — NH WEAVER LANE, LLC - A request to subdivide 18.2 acres of land into 26 lots for the purposes of developing 26 single-family residences for a site located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre), the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2016-00748, Variance DRC2017-00014 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated • Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Page 7 of 18 - -- -- - - ) -- - - HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA E6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND H I LLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00377 —NH WEAVER LANE, LLC - A request for site plan and architectural review of 26 single-family residences on 18.2 acres of land related to Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre) the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, Variance DRC2016- 00748, Variance DRC2017-00014 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E7. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2016-00748 - NH WEAVER LANE, LLC - A request to reduce the required lot depth of Lots 11 - 15 by approximately 13 feet related to Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042 located on the east side of Carnelian Street and • north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2017-00014 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E8. ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT AND VARIANCE DRC2017-00014 - NH WEAVER LANE, LLC — A request to reduce the rear yard setback on Lot 16 by approximately 23 feet related Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, located on the east side of Carnelian Street and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre), the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District - APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042, Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2016-00748 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E9. ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT AND TREE REMOVAL PERMIT DRC2016-00376 - NH WEAVER LANE, LLC —A request to remove 7 heritage trees related to Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, located on the east side of Carnelian and north of Hillside Road in the Very Low (VL) Development District (.1 — 2 Dwelling Units per Acre), the Hillside Overlay District and the Equestrian Overlay District -APN: 1061-261-01. Related records: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042. Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377, Variance DRC2016-00748 and Variance DRC2017-00014. The staff report and PowerPoint presentation were delivered by Tabe van der Zwaag • (copy on file) Page 8 of 18 VUIVC 16+1 cV HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher asked if the streambeds are dry. Mr. Van der Zwaag said there is some water during the rainy season and some runoff from public streets. He said most of the runoff is diverted from north of site. Bill Kennedy, representing the applicant, thanked for their assistance and noted there were many obstacles with this project site. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. An unidentified speaker said he is a 29-year resident. He questioned the limited access and • the traffic added to the Maloof property traffic and said he wants a timeline regarding construction. He said the notification sign was too small. He asked what the sale price for the homes will be as he has a concern about property values. Joseph Colvane state he is from the ALRC. He thanked staff and the city for answering their concerns. Natasha Walton. a local -biologist, asked what trees will be removed and/or replaced. Mr. van der Zwaag said a Mimosa tree, 3 Samuel Ash, and 3 Date palms will be removed. He said the trees will be replaced one for one as well as plant 2 trees in the front yard of each residence. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing Bill Kennedy, said they hope to start with the models and be open next Sumner. He said the prices should start at about 1.2 million. He said they currently plan to be on septic but may do sewer. He said there is a strong interest from potential buyers. Commissioner Fletcher asked for a response to the question about limited access. Mr. Kennedy said the property owner to the south worked with us for special access forhis RV that is located just off the property line. • Commissioner Fletcher said with respect to the Trails Advisory Committee, the developer did a great job working with everyone to resolve issues. He said the houses are attractive and at 1.2 million, he did not think the price will lower anyone's properly value. Page 9 of 18 JUNE 141 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Wimberly concurred and said staff worked with the applicants and noted the many moving parts to this project. He said they met all TAC requests and made a special access accommodation for the RV owner. Commissioner Munoz concurred a said it is a good project. Chairman Oaxaca said he was also present for TAC and said the project strikes a good balance with a challenging parcel. Commissioner Fletcher said the Variance requests are reasonable Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 4-0-1 (Macias abstain) to adopt the 1W following Resolutions of Approval: 17-49 approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20042; 17-50 approving Hillside Design Review DRC2016-00377; 17-52 approving Variance DRC2016-00748; 17-51 approving Variance DRC2017-00014; 17-53 approving Tree Removal Permit DRC2016-00376. Items E10-E16 were heard concurrently. See minutes below. E10. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2016-00452 — DR HORTON — A request to change the Victoria Community Plan Zoning Designation for 28.4 acres of land at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road from Regionally Related Office/Commercial (RROC) to Mixed Use (MU) in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final review and action. Ell. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM19762 —DR HORTON — A request to subdivide 28.4 acres of land into 4 parcels in the Victoria Community • Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 Page 10 of 18 .0urvF_ I-rJ A.v HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016- 00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E12. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20032 — DR HORTON — A request for a residential condominium subdivision for 380 residential units on • 28A acres of land in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road —APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016- 00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E13. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2016-00450 — DR HORTON — A request for site plan and architectural review in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090- 331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E14. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2016-00449 — DR HORTON — A request to operate a bar (Type 70 On Sale General — Restrictive Service) within a hotel in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and • two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map Page 11 of 18 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Design Review DRC2016-00450 and Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016- 00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E15. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2016-00508 — DR HORTON — A request to allow 8 foot combination retaining/freestanding wall heights for a mixed use project in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090-331-05. Related Files: Preliminary • Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451 and Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. E16. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM DRC2016-00451 —DR HORTON —A request for a Uniform Sign Program in the Victoria Community Plan (VCP) within the Mixed Use District related to the construction of a mixed use project consisting of 380 residential units, a 71 room hotel and two restaurant buildings totaling 12,000 square feet, located at the southwest corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Base Line Road — APN: 1090- 331-05. Related Files: Preliminary Review DRC2015-01102, Pre -Application Review DRC2016-00142, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032, Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449, Design Review DRC2016-00450, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 and Minor Exception DRC2016-00508. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Donald Granger, Senior Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He said correspondence was received from the County of San Bernardino and California Fish and Wildlife, Natasha Walton (biologist), Grace Aquiar, and Tina Stoner all expressing concerns about the loss of RAFSS, loss of Buckwheat, etc. A letter of support was receive from Kevin Brown, Sr. Mr Granger noted the applicant performed 15 studies and had 4 to assess biological impacts. He said Focus studies were done on the San Bernardino Kangaroo rat, DSFLF and the California gnatcatcher. He said the studies also received a peer review from an outside biologist. He said the applicant has read all conditions and there is one • condition of concern found on page 416 # 13 re: phasing. He said the applicant is requesting to change the condition. Page 12 of 18 JUNt Im-9 LV 1 I HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Commissioner Fletcher noted the linear park buffers homes to south. He asked if a full east - west boundary design was considered. Mr. Granger said the developer responded to the request for a park. Also, the PD was hesitant to have park extend to the southwest corner of the site because of the potential for nuisance/bad activity could occur there. He said in this proposed configuration, eyes would be on it. Commissioner Fletcher asked how the shared parking for the restaurants world be monitored and if that would affect the restaurant parking. IsMr. Granger said there -will be signs posted and possible wording may be added to the CCBRs-they will have to craft specific signage and language. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the CEQA concerns from the County and State and if the city solely decides on that. Mr. Ghirelli said agencies already had an opportunity to comment on the environmental dots. There is no further noticing required at this point. Dan Boyd, VP for DR Horton said the linear park and shared parking agreement would be a recorded document. He summarized the attributes of the project and said staff covered every detail. Chairman Oaxaca opened the public hearing. David Maskowich, project biologist for the applicant and holding a Masters in Biology, summarized the results of the biological surveys. He explained the different classification systems now used. Lorena Ponci, a homeowner said we have lost the natural element and there is too much development in the City. It will add 1,000 more vehicles/too aggressive and too noisey. Mr. Ghirelli suggested the following wording for the revised condition noted for the record for • the applicant's consideration. He said the city is not committing to approving a development agreement at this time. Page 13 of 18 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA No more than 65%of the permits for the residential units (247 units) shall be issued unless building permits for the hotel and two restaurant buildings have been issued. Occupancy for the residential units shall be limited to 90% (342) units) until occupancy has been approved for the hotel and the two restaurant buildings. The applicant may seek to alter or remove this condition by way of a development agreement adopted in accordance with State law, provided that this condition shall not be construed to corntnit the City to approve a development agreement. " Commissioner Fletcher asked for clarification. Mr. Ghirelli said that if it benefits the city later on we could remove the need for the development agreement. • Malory Lipert said she is in favor of the project and said she is glad native species will be grown in the gardens. Alison Sides said she is in support as this is the next level of smart community planning and this is a desirable destination. Matt Lipert said he is in support. He said it is a great plan for new families with flexible pedestrian access. Tim Avengeno offered support and said it is innovative planning that appeals to young professionals. Natashia Walton thanked the developer and Mr. Granger for looking into the bio issues. She said she is disappointed with the report regarding remnant sage scrub. She said it has value because it is used by birds and pollinator. She said more needs to be clone such as adding more open space, build fewer homes, and make a connection to the drainage area. Chairman Oaxaca closed the public hearing. Dan Boyd said the Mixed Use concept includes higher density and it is called for by the General Plan. He said they did traffic analysis and Base Line and Day Creek are both major arterials designed for that many cars. He said regarding Ms. Walton's comments — she's asked for more sycamores, oaks and additional natives and we did it all. He noted as a • developer they want appropriate balance and also achieved the city's landscape requirement and they put in a linear park. He said they already removed many homes from the southerly Page 14 of 18 - - - -- - -J -- - - HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA boundary as the concept was for a buffer not a big public park. He said the biological report is sufficient and had a peer review and reached the same conclusions as staff. Commissioner Fletcher asked about the phasing plan -building timeline. Mr. Boyd said once they receive all their approvals, they will not be phased.' they would start and go to finish. He said sales will govern phases for each product line. He said all architectural approvals will go at once. He said they have to be careful and said they can discuss alternatives. We do not want to stymie the residential portion. He said if they agree to the alternative language to the conditions they will need some flexibility. He said they are not looking for an escape route. He indicated the new condition language is satisfactory. • Marianne Adriatico, legal counsel for DR Horton said this offers added protection to the city - so city got the assurance the hotel and restaurants will be built. Mr. Ghirelli said staff has drafted condition 13 - but DR Horton asked for security other than via withholding building permits which could be cash, letter of credit, bonds, etc. He said he is also not comfortable in putting in a financial payment in the condition. He said the development agreement is not guaranteed. He confirmed the condition in question is attached to the resolution for the Tentative Parcel Map # 17-55 and the applicant may seek to alter or remove this condition. Commissioner Fletcher said the developer did a true Mixed Use development. He said he was initially concerned the restaurant and hotel might not happen with the residential portion of the development and he stressed the importance that they deliver a 'full project" and attempt to exclude the hotel/restaurant portion because of the market etc. He said it has an excellent design and he likes the concept. He said it will add a village community to that area. He said the fiscal impact to the city could be beneficial. He said he appreciates the excess parking. He said the design is compatible with the community- good architecture.' Commissioner Wimberly concurred and noted the unique plotting. He said this comer will be a signature spot. Commissioner Munoz concurred and thanked staff and the developer for the unique project. He thanked the public and noted the Commission tries to do the right thing with traffic and • parking. He said the project is near Victoria Gardens noting we attract people from everywhere. He said the linear park buffer is a good idea. He said this project means more affordable housing will be available. Page 15 of 18 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Chairman Oaxaca said we all have had to shift our thinking for those who have lived here for many years. Changes we have seen have been positive and Rancho Cucamonga is a model of smart and well -thought out development. He said the project is reflective of what reality is. He said it is a good balance. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt Resolution 17-54 recommending approval for Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2016-00452 to be forwarded to the City Council with the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for final action. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Munoz, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent) to adopt the • following Resolutions of Approval: 17-55 approving Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19762 (as amended with Condition 13 reworded); 17-56 approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20032; 17-57 approving Design Review DRC2016-00450; 17-58 approving Conditional Use Permit DRC2016-00449; 17-60 approving Minor Exception DRC2016-00508 and 17-59 approving Uniform Sign Program DRC2016-00451. F. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER -AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz said he would provide a report at the next meeting. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None G. ADJOURNMENT 10:35 P. M. I, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my • designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Page 16 of 18 .JuNr- is+, LV HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA June 8, 2017 seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. fLSI Lois J. Schrader Planning Commission Secretary City of Rancho Cucamonga is INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission encourages free expression of all points of view. To allow all persons to speak, given the length of the agenda, please keep your remarks brief. If others have already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous speaker. If appropriate, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group. 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