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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-03-22 - Supplemental ADevelopment Code Amendment D RC2016=00906 _ram, cS Project Description • Applicant: City of Rancho Cucamonga • Entitlement: Development Code Amendment (DRC2016-00906) • Project Description: Amend Title 17 (Development Code) of the Municipal Code to amend the land use description for the "Shooting Range" land use category to include ancillary retail sales of firearms. • CEQA Status: Exempt pursuant to CEQA Section 15061(b)(3). '•'••. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Project Background • Turner's Outdoorsman operates a distribution center and retail store in the General Industrial (GI) District. The retail store was approved for the sale of firearms in April 2010. Turner's representatives met with staff in October 2016, looking to relocate the retail store to a building across the street in the same General Industrial (GI) District. • Staff informed Turner's that firearms sales are no longer allowed in the General Industrial (GI) District since the adoption of the 2012 Development Code. Staff suggested that Turner's keep the gun sales component in the existing building to maintain the legal non -conforming status. Turner's reviewed this option and concluded that the option was unfeasible. Project Background Staff concluded that a Development Code Amendment is necessary because of the following considerations: • Turner's is already engaged in the retail sale of firearms. The Amendment would simply allow them to move the existing facility into the adjacent building. • The 2012 Development Code's exclusion of retail sales of firearms in the General Industrial (GI) District was designed to prevent pawnshops and secondhand stores from locating in industrial districts. Industrial buildings generally have less street visibility, less police presence, and lower rents, creating higher likelihood for criminal activities in those areas. The amendment unintentionally created hardship for tenants like Turner's. • The City's Police Department reviewed the proposed amendment for public safety purposes and concluded that the changes to the land use description would not be an issue. • The Shooting Range land use only applies to the General Industrial (GI) District, and all new developments or modifications to existing shooting ranges would have to be vetted through a Conditional Use Permit. Furthermore, the Shooting Range definition is structured to prevent the establishment of pawnshops, secondhand and thrift stores. Proposed Development Code Text Amendment • Existing "Shooting Range" description to be deleted: • Shooting Range. An enclosed firing range with targets for rifle or handgun practice. • New "Shooting Range" description to replace deleted text: • Shooting Range: An establishment in which the primary use is an enclosed firing range with targets for rifle or handgun practice, training, or both. The establishment may include an ancillary retail use for a business that is engaged in the sale, transfer, exchange, leasing or vending of firearms, ammunition, related materials, or any of these. The space occupied by the ancillary retail use must not exceed 25% of the gross floor area of the building(s) that are occupied by the establishment. The ancillary retail use shall not be operated as part of a pawnshop, secondhand store, or thrift store as defined in this Title. Analysis of Amendment • Proposed retail sale of firearms is secondary to the Shooting Range land use. Subject to Conditional Use Permit. • Without a shooting range primary use, gun sales cannot occur. • Limited floor area. Gun sales cannot become the dominant portion of the business. • Definition explicitly prohibits pawnshops, secondhand and thrift stores. • Overall, the Amendment places strict conditions that prevent proliferation of gun sales in industrial districts and allows for staff to review each new proposal. General Commercial (GC) and General Industrial (GI) Districts Full retail sale of firearms currently allowed in all General Commercial (GC) Districts Ancillary retail sale of firearms proposed in all General Industrial (GI) Districts. Retail sale of firearms subject to Conditional Use Permit in both Districts. Conclusion RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission take the following actions: Recommending approval of Development Code Amendment DRC2016-00906 through the adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15061(b)(3). The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. 9455 Hyssop Drive Industrial Building Ste" CY Project Description • Applicant: Carter Group • Entitlement: Design Review (DRC2016-00294) • Project Description: Site plan and architectural review of a 42,875 square foot industrial warehouse building at 9455 Hyssop Drive • Project Size: 2.07 Acres of Land • General Plan Designation: General Industrial • Zoning: General Industrial (GI) District • Floor Area Ratio: 48 Percent (50 - 60 percent permitted) , \ � � : . _.� \� � . : . y .y . � \. ®�--� — - � -2« _ � { \ w �� � . _ : .2.. �� . » °� / � � � /x °> _� ' � • � � ��\ � . . \ /° ^ ���\\��. � . . /g� . _. � \ � � 9! � . .«« > `' ®�:%»» � z .. , y * © «���� � � g�2 c c`� «�* » »««- . a r . @ � �\^� ^\}\ . ; \ , . , . , � � . . 2� � \� Project Overview • 42,875 square foot single -story industrial warehouse with mezzanine • 4,667 square feet dedicated to office space • 49 parking spaces for personal vehicles and 2 spaces for trailer vehicles • Landscape coverage of 11.9% and an employee break area • Existing on -site chemical storage structure separated by wrought iron fence along north property line Security Gate_ Trash Enclosure Chemical Storage Shed (Not A Part) 49 Parking Spaces 42,875 Square Foot 0 Industrial Warehouse Building[ Qo 0 0 0 o C -- N 2.07 Acres Site MEMO i Rear Loading Dock Area Employee Break Area Project Design • Contemporary industrial/warehouse design • Concrete tilt -up wall with smooth finish in three complementary colors. • Sandblasted accent bands around the exterior of the building and at the main office area. • Use of vision and spandrel windows and aluminum glazing to break up expanses of concrete walls. Project Design (cont.) • Parking lot and trailer bays oriented behind building and screened from view via security gate and drought tolerant landscaping along street frontage • Project conforms to all related criteria of the Development Code for the General Industrial (GI) District mum ,� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Conclusion RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Planning Commission take the following actions: • Approve Design Review DRC2016-00294 through the adoption of the attached Resolution of Approval with Conditions. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA guidelines under CEQA section 15332 — In -fill Development Projects. Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19615 Project Description • Applicant: Raymond Wang • Location: Northeast Corner of Almond Street and Almond Court • Entitlements: SUBTPM19615 (2 Lot Subdivision) DRC2015-00177 (Variance — Average Lot Size) • Project Size: 0.94 Acre of Land • General Plan Designation: Very Low (VL) Residential • Zoning: Very Low (VL) • Density:.47 Dwelling Units per Acre (.1 to 2 DU Required) s _ Lea ohfnao. ► - r� r AM Archibald Avenue p i r r AImond'TS. A mond St.- 2a� ."tFfdd, _i11-- 4•n Fa m� d k , .,. j . m T+.• _ 'r t" .� � � � ;N �. ���� �'• � yyt�,t M1 { r� 4f. iiL i•s� ��� ��y , �r n CarrargSt o • t i� �`�, t � � +� m "t 3 n it F'. it, .. .. � .. ,: .�3 •.: -i t' .' N as�wh*rl waysti:.iD.. - ! "�'yaC' .. .,..,, _ '�". "6 }. _, .''. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Subdivision Design • In conformance with the Development Code except for average lot size • Access for both lots to be taken from Almond Street • Horse trail to be constructed on Parcel 1 and will provide trail access to Parcel 2 • Adequate room available for 24X24 foot horse corral • Trail gates to be constructed per City standard • Drainage easement created on north side of equestrian trail and east side of Parcel 1 to carry storm water to Almond Street � dR- �'44 4 3 42 , �r �d 41 40 Parcel 1 = 20,399 SF _ti I FrMiY �Y 1 V = a � •.err � i r Parcel 2 = 21,198 SF u`' •,n • r•n yq , yl Y[ Required Minimum = 20,000 rr Average Lot g Size = 20 799 SF a _.rr>< " LOTt i w2 s.Ti070C[L I LOT: 2 uR• Tiy'6%rr�. � a w. rrrr •. r. a..rs.vr. Required Average = 22,500 SF f Y 1 � v ��R r0111_ 'Tu"�ii KriL flOr�,�DYtf�G� _- � 1 L � ✓� ALMOND STREET f A !`1Yu 1 f - r'i v S'I .Y yy y � q � v'✓ i �S+ v i� n • 9 .�L n�. �av ��� ,•y� A�l a Irr c =Almoni E� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Variance • Staff supports the Variance for the reduction in the required average lot size from 22,500 to 20,799 square feet, as the 2 new lots will be of similar size to the existing lots adjacent to the project site. Recommendations • Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for the project • Adopt the Resolutions of Approval with Conditions for Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM19615 and Variance DRC2015-00177 �` CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Entertainment Permit Punch Bowl Social DRC2016-00918 March 22, 2017 T-k w, C73 Location a s Location Punch Bowl Social • Part restaurant, part entertainment venue • 19,000 square feet • 2 floors • Full service restaurant • Bar and lounge areas • Vintage games • Social activities CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA mlr000,T"m a� CITY OF RANCHO Punch Bowl Social Entertainment Permit • DJ booth for curating music to be heard throughout the facility • 82 square foot enclosed karaoke room • "Guest Ambassadors" roaming throughout the facility to greet guests, answer questions and handle various security functions related to alcohol service or refusal to serve '+foo CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CEQA and Recommendation • Exempt from State CEQA guidelines • Section 15301— permitting of existing structure • Applicant request for changes to the Resolution • Clarify the purpose of the Guest Ambassadors • Recommendation • Staff recommends approval of Entertainment Permit DRC2015-01174 through the revised Resolution of Approval and Conditions I NIq r sa r amr0 9 aee- +� ' RANCHO CUCAMONGA A. sustainable community action plan o O Planning Commission Meeting I March 22, 2017 0 E RN CAUFORNiA ASSOCI ATION of GOVERN ME NTS rat mi+ RANCHO associates GUCAMONG.A the nature el oommuniq .- s Background • SBCOG (formerly SANBAG) prepared a Regional Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory and Reduction Plan for each city in the region • City received a Grant from SCAG to prepare Sustainable Community Action Plan • Leveraged regional efforts with grant funding to develop a Plan that reflects community priorities regarding environmental sustainability •ploiol Meen�w�e G.. RNuc4m. V n MUM pi�, 7, Plan Purpose • Describes a vision for Rancho Cucamonga's sustainable future. • Provides framework for future sustainability efforts. • Articulates the community values and priorities as guiding principles. • Confirms greenhouse gas reduction target. • Highlights recent accomplishments and projects undertaken by the City and community. • Identifies new policy and program opportunities to achieve environmental sustainability goals. • Expresses the sustainability, economic, and health benefits through a triple -bottom line evaluation. Community Engagement Community Survey 1,000 respondents including 7 Events and 13 groups Community Forum & Sustainability Expo 200+ residents and 20 participating organizations Task Force 25 representatives from community organizations, schools, and businesses Interdepartmental Group 12 Departments Stakeholder Interviews 20 individuals 0 Q �1 Goals and Policies Transportation and Mobility Goals + Policies Goal: Rancho Cucamonga offers a wide variety of safe and long lasting transportation choices. Policy 1 Promote active transportation choices Actions TM 1 1 Develop public information campaigns highlighting the health, environmental, and economic benefits of active transportation. TM 12 Coordinate with stakeholders on the development of strategies to implement Sustainable Community Action Plan goals and related sustainabddy goals from the General Plan TM 1 3 Partner with local agencies and community organizations to promote bicycling and walking TM 1.4 Coordinate with elementary and middle schools to facilitate the expansion of the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program by identifying supporters and funding opportunities. TM 1.5 Develop programs to promote National Bike Month and provide access to gear and education classes for prospective bicycle riders TM 1 6 Construct amenities such as bicycle maintenance and repair stations, along trails and in parks to facilitate and encourage bicycling TM 17 Improve awareness of bicycling and walking by exploring Open Streets events, which are events that temporarily dose streets to automobile traffic and make them available for bicycling, walking. and other public uses. TM 1 8 Develop campaigns to promote and enhance the Pacific Electric (PE) Trail TM 1.9 Increase bicycle trails in the Southern portion of the City to ensure access to safe alternative transportation. TM 1.10 Explore the feasibility of implementing a bikeshare program for employees and the community TM 1 11 Install green pavement markings at conflict zones along key transportation condors e�wau curw�ura. Gn.4tr. raw ♦ve h• DNsdNb � Meat•aa alta �ti Y cQr,nn o„ Alignment of Policies Strategies and TM Policy 1 Promote CM 2.1 Facilitate bicycling and walking citywide. Transportation (On -Road) -1 - tive transportation Sustainable Community 'res. Strategy: Coordinates land use planning, regional transportation plans, and funding priorities in order to help California meet the CHC, reduction goals. CM 2.2 Encourage all feasible measures to reduce total vehicle miles traveled by automobiles, including enhanced transit access and land use approaches that provide compact and focused development along major transit corridors. CM 3.8 Continue to encourage the provision of bicycle facilities such as bicycle lockers and secure bike parking, throughout the City. CM 3.9 Identify and implement a dedicated funding source for implementation and completion of the bicycle network as identified in the Bicycle Plan. CM 3.11 Continue to require pedestrian amenities on sidewalks on major streets that are key pedestrian routes, including the provision of benches, shade trees, and trash cans. CM 3.14 Enhance pedestrian and bicycle access to local and regional transit, including facilitating connections to transit. Key Feedback Key Feedback Supports the Business Community • TM 4.2 Support efforts to introduce and integrate alternative fuel technologies into the transportation network. • LU 1.7 Support green tech and energy related businesses moving to Rancho Cucamonga • EE 1.3 Increase educational and outreach efforts for residential, commercial, and institutional building owners to increase awareness of Southern California Edison (SCE), Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility (RCMU), and the Gas Company programs, rebates, and incentives • EE 1.5 Promote the retrofit of existing buildings with energy efficiency techniques through contractor trainings and educational resources for building owners and tenants • EE 1.7 Expand the Green Business Recognition Program by offering incentives for participating businesses in Rancho Cucamonga • EE 1.8 Support efforts regarding energy disclosure, audits, and/or upgrades at time of sale for residential and commercial properties. • EE 2.1 Offer a citywide resource that compiles with all state, local, and third -party incentives, programs, and information regarding renewable energy for residents and businesses to access. • GB 1.5 Support an outreach and education plan for developers, realtors, contractors, and institutions focused on sustainable design principles and green building techniques • GB 2.4 Promote disaster resiliency efforts through the Ready RC program and business emergency response training (BERT) to local businesses and employers. • WW 1.1 Support expansion of the recycled water program in Rancho Cucamonga to include new and existing residential and commercial development. • WR 2.1 Expand commercial organics recycling for businesses in the City by encouraging participation in waste audits and providing technical assistance Key Feedback Education and Community Awareness • TM 1.1 Develop public information campaign highlighting the health, environmental, and economic benefits of active transportation. • TM 1.5 Develop programs to promote National Bike Month and provide access to gear and education classes for prospective bicycle riders. • TM 1.7 Improve awareness of bicycling and walking by exploring Open Streets events, which are events that temporarily close streets to automobile traffic and make them available for bicycling, walking, and other public uses. • EE 1.3 Increase educational and outreach efforts for residential, commercial, and institutional building owners to increase awareness of Southern California Edison (SCE), Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility (RCMU), and the Gas Company programs, rebates, and incentives. • EE 2.1 Offer a citywide resource that compiles all state, local, and third -party incentives, programs, and information regarding renewable energy for residents and businesses to access. • GB 1.5 Support an outreach and education plan for developers, realtors, contractors, and institutions focused on sustainable design principles and green building techniques • GB 2.2 Support community workplace wellness fairs to promote new ideas for workplace health and wellness. • GB 2.4 Promote disaster resiliency efforts through the Ready RC program and business emergency response training (BERT) to local businesses and employers. • WW 2.1 Continue to provide information regarding rebates for individual residences and homeowner associations for Lawn Buy Back Program and drought -tolerant landscaping. • WR 1.1 Educate the community about the lifecycle of consumer goods and food and promote recycling and waste reduction programs. • WR 1.3 Expand outreach and technical assistance to Homeowner Associations and multifamily residences to increase participation in the residential recycling and organics diversion programs. Key Feedback Enhanced Transit • TM 3.1 Coordinate with transit providers to establish direct routes to popular destinations, such as the Ontario International Airport. TM 3.2 Coordinate with transit providers to provide improvements to local service, as well as needed amenities in close proximity to transit line stops. • TM 3.3 Work with OmniTrans to offer Advanced Transportation Management Systems (ATMS), or Smart Bus Technology at all local stops. TM 3.4 Recommend shaded or covered stations/transit stops. • TM 3.5 Work to improve first/last mile connections for Rancho Cucamonga public transit riders. • TM 3.6 Require the incorporation of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) techniques, such as appropriate lighting and landscape maintenance, to improve the safety of public transit stops across Rancho Cucamonga. • TM 3.7 Facilitate shared ride services such as Uber and Lyft. • GB 2.1 Encourage alternative transportation options such as telecommuting, carpooling, and commuting incentives. Key Feedback Prioritization and Implementation Key Feedback Prioritization and Implementation (continued) ► The City has invested in clean fuel infrastructure and electric vehicles Co -benefits No. Testa Superchargers are located at Victoria Gardens improven,ents to trie transportation network can provide a Aide -range of co -benefits related to the economy, community health: and environment The following co-benefrts have been identified based an the goals and policies included in this section_ Increase fuel cost savings Improve overall community Reduce greenhouse gas • Offer incentives and health emissions funding opportunities Provide safe and convenient Improve air quality walking and bicycling options Contribute to thoughtful „� planning and development Next Steps Implementation Supports Planning Department efforts to encourage sustainable development Next Steps • City Council Meeting April 5, 2017 • Monitoring and Updates • Community Collaboration • Lead by Example P