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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-03-13 - Minutes - PC-HPC MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 1 of 8 A. 7:00 P.M. – CALL TO ORDER 7:01pm Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Chairman Guglielmo __X___ Vice Chairman Wimberly __A___ Commissioner Dopp __X___ Commissioner Munoz __X__ Commissioner Oaxaca __X__ Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer; Valerie Victorino, Executive Assistant, Mike Smith, Senior 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 five minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair, depending upon the number of individual members 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. Gwyn Frost and Luana Hernandez spoke to the Historical Preservation Commission to note all of the historical landmarks within each of the Council Districts starting with District 1 this evening. Closed public communications. MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 2 of 8 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 the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 27, 2019. Typo corrected. Moved by Oaxaca, seconded by Dopp; carried 4-0-1 (Wimberly absent) to adopt the amended minutes. D. 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. D1. TIME EXTENSION DRC2019-00048 – SUSAN ETCHEBERRIA – A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved 7 lot Tentative Tract Map (SUBTT18210) on 4.89 acres of land in the Very Low (VL) District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda Specific Plan and the Equestrian Overlay District on the south side of Banyan Street between Greenwood Place and Laurel Blossom Place; APN: 0225-171-04. On March 28, 2007, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18210. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to the projects within the scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. Tabe vanderZwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 3 of 8 Rob Dennis, resident, noted that he had concerns on the sizes of the individual lots. Mr. vanderZwaag noted that the minimum requirements are met and consistent with the Etiwanda Specific Plan. Commissioners Munoz and Oaxaca had no additional comments. Commissioner Dopp asked Tabe if there are any actual floor plans yet. Mr. vanderZwaag noted that Manning Homes was purchasing property and building the same floor plans and homes that they are currently building in the City south of the 210 Freeway. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Oaxaca; carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent). D2. HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00452 – DANNY DERA - Site plan and architectural review of a 2,516 square foot single-family residence with an attached 561 square foot garage on a 27,945 square foot lot in the Low (L) Residential District and within the Hillside Overlay District at 8083 Camino Predera - APN: 0207-641-03. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15303 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. which permits the construction of a single-family residence in a residential zone. Tabe vanderZwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Danny Dero, the owner and applicant, thanked staff Tabe vanderZwaag and Matthew Addington for all of their help with this project. Resident Mr. Massey showed a lot map of the neighborhood and was in favor of how well the applicant worked with the neighbors without construction of the new house obstructing their views. Commissioner Munoz noted that it was a good report on a challenging hillside lot. Commissioner Oaxaca concurred and noted that everyone’s needs were met with protecting views and working together. Commissioner Dopp agreed and noted the applicant was proactive with good communication on a challenging project. Chairman Guglielmo agreed and approved of the architecture as well. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Dopp; carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent). MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 4 of 8 Items D3 and D4 will be taken simultaneously. D3. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT20241 - THE NEW HOME COMPANY – A request for site plan review of a proposed subdivision of 5.18 acres of land into one (1) numbered lot and two (2) lettered lots for condominium purposes located within Planning Area S-20 in the Village Neighborhood (VN) District of 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. The specific location of the project site is north of 4th Street on the east side of the future alignment of the Resort Parkway; APN:0210- 102-06. Related Files: Design Review DRC2018-00784 and Pre-Application DRC2018- 00198. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH No. 2015041083) 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. D4. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00784 - THE NEW HOME COMPANY - A request for site plan and architectural review of 135 multi-family units located on 5.18 acres of land within Planning Area S-20 in the Village Neighborhood (VN) District of 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. The specific location of the project site is north of 4th Street on the east side of the future alignment of the Resort Parkway; APN:0210-102-06. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT20241 and Pre-Application DRC2018-00198. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH No. 2015041083) 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. Tabe vanderZwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 5 of 8 Commissioner Oaxaca asked staff if there were any major concerns. Mr. vanderZwaag stated no major concerns. Commissioner Dopp asked about tandem parking in the city. Mr. vanderZwaag noted that we haven’t allowed them in the city but we are allowing this parking is being incorporated in this large project in the Empire Lakes Master Plan. Applicant Mr. HH Jarvis with the New Home Company stated that they are excited about this beautiful project and thanked staff. He stated some of the unique things of this project. Commissioner Dopp asked the applicant about the tandem parking. Mr. Jarvis stated that parking will be enforced through the CCand R’s and will be monitored. Commissioners Munoz and Oaxaca stated that good project. Commissioner Dopp appreciated that the architecture was exciting. Chairman Guglielmo agreed and noted that he appreciated the applicant coming back several times with a good first project for this Master Plan. Mr. Ghirelli informed the Commission about the CC& R’s for the project. Moved by Oaxaca, seconded by Munoz; carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent). D5. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00119 – OVERTON MOORE PROPERTIES – The proposed development of a 174,745 square foot industrial warehouse building on 8.09 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District, at the southwest corner of Hellman Avenue and Eighth Street, located at 9000 Hellman Avenue; APN: 0209- 151-36. Staff is reviewing a Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared per State CEQA Guidelines for consideration of environmental impacts. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, noted that he received additional comments last Monday from Golden State Environmental Justice Alliance. To allow for time for staff to review and forward the comments to the Commission, the item was recommended to be continued to the Planning Commission meeting on March 27, 2019. Chairman Guglielmo opened the Public Hearing and hearing no public comments, the item was continued until March 27, 2019. MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 6 of 8 D6. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00553 - PATRIOT PARTNERS – The proposed development of a 117,575 square foot industrial building on 5.09 acres in the General Industrial (GI) District, located at the northeast corner of Sixth Street and Center Avenue; APN: 0209-262-25. Staff is reviewing a Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared per State CEQA Guidelines for consideration of environmental impacts. Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Applicant Kevin Rice with Patriot Partners thanked staff and his team. Commissioner Munoz noted that it was good architecture and design for an industrial building. Commissioner Oaxaca agreed with good choice of materials. Commissioner Dopp agreed and thanked the applicant. Chairman Guglielmo agreed and noted the architecture was refreshing. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Dopp; carried 4-0-1(Wimberly absent). E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER-AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz thanked staff and Council for supporting the Planning Commission for them to able to attend the Planning Commissioners Academy last week. Commissioners Oaxaca and Dopp and Chairman Guglielmo expressed their appreciation as well. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. F. ADJOURNMENT The Commission will adjourn to a workshop in the Rains Room. MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 7 of 8 If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Department at (909) 477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. I, Valerie Victorino, Executive Assistant of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on March 7, 2019, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. 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It is important to list your name, address and the agenda item letter your comments refer to. Comments are generally limited to 5 minutes per individual. MARCH 13, 2019 HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MINUTES RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA Page 8 of 8 If you wish to speak concerning an item not on the agenda, you may do so under “Public Comments.” There is opportunity to speak under this section prior to the end of the agenda. Any handouts for the Planning Commission should be given to the Planning Commission Secretary for distribution to the Commissioners. A copy of any such materials should also be provided to the Secretary to be used for the official public record. All requests for items to be placed on a Planning Commission agenda must be in writing. Requests for scheduling agenda items will be at the discretion of the Commission and the Planning Director. 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