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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006/04/12 - Workshop Minutes - PC-HPC CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MINUTES Adjourned Meeting April 12, 2006 Chairman Stewart called the Adjourned Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission to order at 10:55 p.m. The meeting was held in the Rains Room. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Pam Stewart, Lou Munoz, Richard Fletcher, Christine McPhail ABSENT: Rich Macias STAFF PRESENT: Dan Coleman, Acting City Planner; Rozalynne Thompson, Contract Planner • A. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW - DRC2006-00207 - MARK SATER - A request for a gas station of 2,900 square feet with 8 fueling dispensers and 2 diesel pumps for light trucks, an 1,800 square foot fast food facility with drive thru, and 375 square feet of patio area, in the General Industrial District, (Subarea 8), located at the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and Arrow Route. APN: 0229-141-11. Dan Coleman, Acting City Planner, introduced the item and gave an overview of the Pre- Application Review process. He emphasized that the purpose of the workshop was to look at the proposed project overall design and its relationship to the surrounding area. Rozalynne Thompson asked if it they were going to merge the lots. Mark Sater, replied that they will keep the lot as 2 parcels; one for each building. Commissioner McPhail stated the architect should be creative with the plant palette when landscaping around the corner building because it's a large area. Ms. McPhail also stated that the asphalt area around the fountain should be reduced and a stronger focal point should be created. She continued that the trellis members look spindly and needs more detail. She said the top of the building is too flat and lacks enhancement. Ms. McPhail also noted that fast food signs at the street are needed because the building is so far off the street. Commissioner Fletcher stated that the trellis looks funny over the fountain at the corner and the fast food patio will be impacted by the dust from the nearby manufacturer (Ameron). Mr. Fletcher also stated that he agrees with Commissioner McPhail in regard to the top of the building. Planning Commission Workshop Minutes 1 April 12, 2006 Commissioner Munoz noted that he agrees with Commissioner McPhail as well in regard to the top of the building being flat. Chairman Stewart stated that she is not enamored with the design, that the trellis is not good and the building itself needs improvement. She added that the canopy should be stucco instead of metal and that they must match the architecture. She continued that the fountain within the entry drive is a potential driver safety issue and could be a hazard, and that it's very confusing. Ms. Stewart also noted that they need to have a separate trash enclosure at each building. PUBLIC COMMENTS None ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned at 11:30 p.m. aso ully , �-d, Dan Coleman Acting Secretary Approved: April 26, 2006 Planning Commission Workshop Minutes 2 April 12, 2006