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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992/05/27 - Minutes - PC-HPCCITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting May 27, 1992 Chairman McNiel called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Council Chamber at Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman McNiel then led in the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Suzanne Chitlea, Larry McNiel, John Melcher, Peter Tolstoy, Wendy Vallette ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Shintu Bose, Deputy City Engineer; Brad Buller, City Planner; Ralph Hanson, Deputy City Attorney; Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Otto Kroutil, Deputy City Planner; Scott Murphy, Associate Planner; Steve Ross, Assistant Planner; Gail Sanchez, Planning Commission Secretary; Walt Stickney, Associate Engineer , , , , ANNOUNCEMENTS Brad Buller, City Planner, suggested that the Commission may wish to address Development Review 91-15, Item E, following the Consent Calendar as it had been before the Commission in the past. , , , , APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: Moved by Melcher, seconded by Tolstoy, carried 4-0-0-1 with Chitiea abstaining, to adopt the Minutes of the Adjourned Meeting of April 16, 1992, as amended. CONSENT CALENDAR Ae TIME EXTENSION FOR TRACT 13298 DESIGN REVIEW - LEWIS HOMES - Design Review of 112 condominium units on 9.36 acres of land in the Medium Residential District (8-14 dwelling units per acre) of the Terra Vista Planned Community, located on the southwest corner of Mountainview Drive and Milliken Avenue - APN: 1077-091-36. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 91-16 - ALLEN - The development of a single family house totaling 3,573 square feet on 0.161 acres of land in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at 7712 Valle Vista Drive - APN: 207-061-28. Commissioner Vallette requested that Item A be pulled for questions. Motion: Moved by Melcher, seconded by Chitiea, unanimously carried, to adopt the consent calendar. A. TIME EXTENSION FOR TRACT 13298 DESIGN REVIEW - LEWIS HOMES Commissioner Vallette asked if the project is consistent with the new multi- family standards. Mr. Murphy remarked that the project was approved before the new standards were adopted and is not subject to the standards. However, he stated the project is generally in conformance with the new standards with the exception of some building-to-curb dimensions. He said in all cases there is the ability to provide sidewalk and landscaping. Commissioner Vallette asked if wrought iron fencing is proposed between the project and the adjacent park. Mr. Murphy responded affirmatively. Commissioner Vallette requested that more substantial wrought iron material be used so that the bars cannot be broken out. She said that has been a problem in the past, particularly at the end of cul-de-sacs. Mr. Murphy said he had not personally observed the problem in areas adjacent to parks because there are generally connections from the development to the park, but there had been some problems at side-on cul-de-sac locations where no gate is provided. Commissioner Melcher commented he was in sympathy with Commissioner Vallette's concerns. He noted that the applicant had used heavier material in one of its other projects and felt it would be appropriate to request heavier material. Chairman McNiel invited public comment. Jary Cockcroft, Lewis Homes, 1156 North Mountain Avenue, Upland, stated they had worked with staff in upgrading the gauge of the wrought iron. He requested that they work with staff regarding the weight of the wrought iron. Chairman McNiel asked if the developer would maintain and repair any damaged wrought iron at the end of cul-de-sacs. Mr. Cockcroft thought it is the City's responsibility, but said he would check. There were no further public comments. Motion: Moved by Vallette, seconded by Melcher, to adopt the resolution approving Time Extension for Tract 13298 Design Review with modification to require that the wrought iron fence along the south project boundary be approved by the City Planner prior to issuance of building permits. Motion carried by the following vote: Planning commission Minutes -2- May 27, 1992 AYES: COMMISSIONERS: CHITlEA, MCNIEL, MELCHER, TOLSTOY, VALLETTE NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE -carried , , , , , OLD BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 91-15 - MONARCH FOODS - Selection of the roof element for Shakey's Restaurant, located in the Terra Vista Town Center - APN: 1077-421-76. Chairman McNiel stated that the Design Review Committee members had decided that the full Commission should review the tower element. Commissioner Chitiea reported that Chairman McNiel preferred the dome element and she agreed that would be acceptable but she felt straight plaster may look unfinished as there are no other plaster domes in the center. She indicated she would prefer some other design but she did not feel it needed to be as ornate as the other domes in the center. She thought tile was needed to complete the tower. Chairman McNiel stated he preferred a dome instead of the hip roof proposed by the developer. He felt the dome should not be as ornate as the balance of the center. He observed that plaster domes have been approved in the past and he felt one would work well with the architecture. Commissioner Melcher felt the applicant had submitted a good design but some of the Commissioners may be reluctant to approve it because they felt it may not hold up. He suggested that the Commission approve the plaster dome with a requirement that tile be added later if the dome did not appear to weather well. He felt the diversity in the center merits a different dome. Commissioner Chitiea thought it would be difficult to add tile in the future. Brad Buller, City Planner, thought it may be possible to condition the project to add tile at a later time, but he stated that would not be a preferable course of action. Chairman McNiel stated he did not want the dome to detract from the center. Motion: Moved by Chitiea, seconded by Tolstoy, to require a dome element with ceramic tiles with the design to be approved by the Design Review Committee. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: CHITIEA, TOLSTOY, VALLETTE NOES: COMMISSIONERS: MCNIEL, MELCHER ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE -carried Planning Commission Minutes -3- May 27, 1992 PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-14 - FORREST PERRY - A review of the revised master plan for the Perry's Shopping Center in the Community Commercial District of the Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan, located at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Malachite Avenue - APN: 208-261-119, 20, 22, 37 through 40, and 56. Related file: Conditional Use Permit 88-28. (Continued from April 22, 1992.) Otto Kroutil, Deputy City Planner, presented the staff report. Commissioner Vallette expressed concerns regarding the maintenance at the rear of the center. Mr. Kroutil suggested the concerns be voiced to the applicant. He felt there were adequate conditions on the individual phases of the property to enforce proper maintenance, but indicated the Commission could add additional conditions if they so desired. Commissioner Tolstoy acknowledged that each phase would be reviewed by the Commission, but he asked if Phase IV would include tree wells in the parking lot to the north of the market. Mr. Kroutil stated that the phasing plan in the packet did not accurately reflect the revised site plan shown on page C-4. He said revisions in the parking lot had been made to provide two-way parking with wider aisle ways and tree wells placed in each row. Commissioner Tolstoy asked about the most northern row of parking, heading into Foothill Boulevard. Mr. Kroutil stated that even though the master plan does not depict landscaping in that area, landscaping would be required as a condition of approval based on the standard formula. Commissioner Tolstoy stated he had asked the question because the tree wells were depicted in the southern portion of the parking lot, but not the most northern aisle. Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing. Forrest Perry, 9180 Orange, Rancho Cucamonga, stated he was available to answer questions. Commissioner Vallette questioned the plans for the entire rear of the shopping center. She said there had been overgrown weeds which have been trimmed back. She asked if the area would be covered with asphalt and if landscaping and trash enclosures would be added. Planning Commission Minutes -4- May 27, 1992 Mr. Perry said it will be asphalt and in the future he felt landscaping and trash enclosures would be added as each phase is conditioned. He indicated there are several different owners. Commissioner Vallette asked if the exterior of the rear of the buildings would be painted the same as in the front. Mr. Perry answered affirmatively. Commissioner Vallette questioned if the area between two buildings that is currently barricaded off with chain link fencing would have a connecting wall constructed in the future. Mr. Perry answered it would. Commissioner Vallette asked the status of the former photo booth which had a sign for a domestic agency. Mr. Perry replied that it is currently vacant. Commissioner Chitiea asked if the photo booth would be removed in the near future. Mr. Perry replied that the photo booth is on a parcel which he does not control. He said it would be in the same phase as the supermarket. Mr. Kroutil stated that the master plan assumes removal of the photo booth when that phase is redeveloped. He said it is currently an existing legal, non-conforming use which may continue until the applicant requests modifications. Commissioner Melcher asked if the applicant could request a modification to the master plan to allow the use to remain. Mr. Kroutil stated he wanted it on record that it would be up to the applicant to apply for such a modification and there would be no guarantee it would be granted. Commissioner Tolstoy commended Mr. Perry for the work done in Phases I and II. He asked if Mr. Perry had control over Phase III and stated he hoped the other phases would be completed as soon as possible. He asked if Mr. Perry had an idea of the time line for the remaining phases. Mr. Perry responded that he does not control Phases III, IV, or V. He indicated he had been trying to get everyone to work together, but there is still 68 years left on a 99-year land lease on the corner. He said there is currently a stand-off between the owner and the lessor because the only use for the corner is a service station or additional parking. He said he had entered into a six month agreement to attempt to obtain a use change but the owner would not cooperate. He said he will continue to do whatever he can to improve the center. Planning Commission Minutes -5- May 27, 1992 Hearing no further testimony, Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. He agreed with Commissioner Tolstoy that the center has been greatly improved by the work being done. Commissioner Chitiea commended Mr. Perry for his perseverance in working to improve the center. She wished him well on the balance of the project. Commissioner Melcher felt the revised master plan met staff's concerns and he supported the project. Motion: Moved by Melcher, seconded by Chitiea, to adopt the resolution approving Conditional Use Permit 92-14. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: CHITIEA, MCNIEL, MELCHER, TOLSTOY, VALLETTE NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE -carried VARIANCE 92-01 - HERNANDEZ - A request to reduce the minimum lot size from 7,200 square feet to 7,100 and 6,400 square feet, the minimum average lot size from 8,000 to 6,750 square feet, and the minimum corner width from 70 feet to 64 feet for two lots in the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at the northwest corner of 24th Street and Center Avenue - APN: 209-104-15, 16, and 17. Related file: Lot Line Adjustment No. 357. Steve Ross, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report. Commissioner Vallette asked if the existing residence will remain. Mr. Ross responded affirmatively. Commissioner Vallette questioned if it meets current side yard setbacks. Mr. Ross replied that it does. Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing. David Hernandez, 2372 Edna Way, Upland, stated that his father owns the property and would like to build a house on the empty lot. He requested approval. Hearing no further testimony, Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. Commissioner Melcher stated he had visited the neighborhood and thought the existing house appears in very good condition. He felt the variance was merited based on the information presented. Commissioner Vallette agreed. Planning Commission Minutes -6- May 27, 1992 Motion: Moved by Tolstoy, seconded by Melcher, to adopt the resolution approving Variance 92-01. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: CHITIEA, MCNIEL, MELCHER, TOLSTOY, VALLETTE NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE -carried DIRECTOR'S REPORTS F. FISCAL YEAR 1992/93 ENGINEERING'S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS Walt Stickney, Associate Engineer, presented the staff report. Commissioner Tolstoy questioned if the areas to be undergrounded had been identified. Mr. Stickney replied negatively. He said there will be an attempt to put together a single district with developer in-lieu fees. Commissioner Vallette asked for an explanation of TDA Article 8 funding. Mr. Stickney responded that TDA funding is money from the state administered by Sanbag. He said the funding must be included in a Transportation Improvement Program approved by the state. He observed that transportation entities, such as Omnitrans, have first entitlement to the money. He said the City would probably not receive any money in the future from that source but there is currently a fund balance from previous years. Commissioner Tolstoy questioned when Jersey Street will be completed near the fire station on Milliken Avenue. Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer, stated there is an improvement agreement with the developer and the money has been deposited by the developer. He said there has been an agreement with the railroad company and money and plans have been forwarded to the railroad, but following paperwork, the normal schedule is 12-14 months following paperwork. He anticipated work would not start until March of 1993. Commissioner Tolstoy asked why money would be allocated if a project is already completed. Mr. Stickney said money is to be appropriated to be sure that all paperwork has been processed and in case there are such items as soil testing after the project has been completed. Commissioner Tolstoy asked about median completion on Haven Avenue between 19th and Highland. He questioned if the median is being held up by CalTrans. Planning Commission Minutes -7- May 27, 1992 Mr. Stickney replied that the median will be added to the budget as soon as money is available from Sanbag under Measure I. He said there is a priority list on Measure I money and the City is attempting to be placed on the list with as high a priority as possible. He indicated there is currently no other funding sources available. Commissioner Tolstoy asked if there is currently enough lane width to complete a median between 19th and Highland. Shintu Bose, Deputy City Engineer, stated that there will be enough space when the open drainage channel is replaced with underground pipe. Commissioner Tolstoy asked if there is money available to install the pipe. Mr. Bose said that the money would be coming from Measure I and it will take approximately two to three years. Commissioner Tolstoy noted that the City requires developers to underground utility lines when they develop a project, but when it is a City project the undergrounding is not done. Mr. Bose replied that most of the funds are restricted in how they can be used. He said the City can use the funds to widen streets, but they cannot be used for undergrounding purposes. Commissioner Tolstoy questioned if money could not be used from the beautification fund. Mr. Bose replied that the beautification fund is $1.5 million in the red. Commissioner Tolstoy hoped that the City would be able to underground as is required of developers. Mr. Bose stated that funds may be available under Rule 20A from the Southern California Edison Company. He said the money may be accumulated over a few years so that a viable project could be put together. Chairman McNiel asked if the budget is based on projected funds or on fixed funds. Mr. Stickney said that part of the funds are balance carry-overs and those funds are fixed. He said the remainder is based on projected developer impact fees, beautification fees, transportation fees, etc. He said there are also gas tax projections included. Chairman McNiel asked if the gas tax funds are both federal and state. Mr. Stickney said there are some federal and county funds, but most are state funds. Mr. Bose pointed out that the budget calls for a total of approximately $15.5 million in comparison to budgets of $30 to $40 million per year several years ago. Planning Commission Minutes -8- May 27, 1992 Commissioner Melcher asked if the Commission needed to take any action. Brad Buller, City Planner, stated the Commission would need to find that the Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan. Commissioner Melcher stated he had visited about 15 sites and felt the program was well thought out. He felt the Commission, in their role as planners, may wish to voice concerns that some attention be addressed in other directions in the future. He noted that about one-third of the budget is being used along Haven Avenue. He said that even though the City has pressed developers to get major sections of Milliken Avenue completed, it is currently not possible to travel further south than Foothill Boulevard. He felt it would be money well spent to extend Milliken south of Foothill. He indicated another area of town under severe development constraints is the southwest portion, particularly adjacent to Archibald in part due to the lack of storm drain facilities. He said that many of the properties in that area are small and development proposals cannot be carried out because the infrastructure demands on any individual project are astronomical compared to the size of the project. He also thought the south side of Church Street in the block west of Haven needs to be widened adjacent to the detention basin. He felt staff had done a good job in allocating the limited resources available. Chairman McNiel asked when Haven Avenue will be completed. Mr. Stickney responded that next year's schedule would be up through the Base Line intersection. He commented that as further money is made available through Measure I, improvements will continue north in order to handle the channel, but that may be 3 to 4 years off. Commissioner Tolstoy stated he strongly supported Commissioner Melcher's recommendations. Chairman McNiel recommendations. felt all the Commissioners would agree with the Mr. Bose stated the department is also in the process of preparing a 7-year capital project which would be presented to the Commission at a later date. He said those recommendations would be incorporated into that budget. It was the consensus of the Commission that they all agreed with the direction and that the budget agrees with the goals of the General Plan. , , , , , Commissioner Melcher suggested that the Commission recess to a workshop regarding Environmental Assessment and Vesting Tentative Tract 14475 and reconvene to continue the balance of the agenda following that workshop. Commissioner Vallette agreed that was a good suggestion. Ralph Hanson, Deputy City Attorney, indicated the Planning Commission could recess the meeting to an informal workshop with a notation that when the Planning Commission Minutes -9- May 27, 1992 meeting was later reconvened, only other reports would be received. He noted that tonight's meeting would adjourn to a Design Awards presentation at 7:00 p.m. on June 1, 1992, and that the Commission would then adjourn to a Joint Workshop with the Historic Preservation Commission at 4:00 p.m. on June 4, 1992, regarding the Old Alto Loma Plan, adjourning to a Pre-Application Review Workshop at 8:00 p.m. on June 4, 1992. 8:10 p.m. - Planning Commission recessed to an informal workshop to discuss Environmental Assessment and Vesting Tentative Tract 14475. 9:45 p.m. - Planning Commission reconvened COMMISSION BUSINESS G. ROUTE 30 UPDATE - (Oral report) Brad Buller, City Planner, presented an update on activity since the last City Council subcommittee meeting. Commissioner Vallette requested that better coordination occur for future subcommittee meetings to allow the Planning Commission members to attend. It was the consensus of the Commission that involvement of the Planning Commission subcommittee members is important for future subcommittee meetings. H. DESIGN REVIEW POLICIES - (Oral report) It was the consensus of the Commission to defer this item until following the Planning Commission work program and priority workshop to be held in June. ADJOURNMENT 10:15 p.m. - Planning Commission adjourned to the Design Awards presentation at 7:00 p.m. on June 1, 1992, in the City Council Chamber. That meeting will adjourn to a Joint Workshop with the Historic Preservation Commission at 4:00 p.m. on June 4, 1992, in the City Council Chamber regarding the Old Alto Loma Plan. That meeting will adjourn to a Pre-Application Review Workshop at 8:00 p.m. on June 4, 1992 in the Rains Room. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller Secretary Planning Commission Minutes -10- May 27, 1992