7:00 PM Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Chairman Guglielmo X Vice Chairman Wimberly X Commissioner Dopp X Commissioner Munoz X Commissioner Oaxaca X A. 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER Additional Staff Present: Candyce Burnett, City Planner; Nick Ghirelli, Assistant City Attorney; Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer; Susan Shaker, Acting Executive Assistant II; Mike Smith, Senior Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner; Vincent Acuna, 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 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. NONE C. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Page 1 of 10
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 January 9, 2019. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly; carried 5-0 to adopt the Consent Calendar. 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. Items D1-D4 will be taken simultaneously. D1. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00257 RLH ARCHITECTS FOR PREMIER SWIM ACADEMY - A request to construct a single-story, 9,695 square-foot swim school on a partially developed parcel of about 70,600 square feet (1.62 acres) within the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District, Terra Vista Community Plan located at 7827 Haven Avenue; APN: 1077-423-04. Related Files: Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00256, Variance DRC2018-00964, and Uniform Sign Program Modification DRC2018-00849. The project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15332 - In-Fill Development Projects. D2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2018-00256 RLH ARCHITECTS FOR PREMIER SWIM ACADEMY - A request to operate a single-story, 9,695 square foot indoor swim school within the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District, Terra Vista Community Plan located at 7827 Haven Ave.; APN: 1077-423-04. Related Files: Design Review DRC2018-00257, Variance DRC2018-00964, and Uniform Sign Program Modification DRC2018-00849. The project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15332 - In-Fill Development Projects. D3. VARIANCE DRC2018-00964 RLH ARCHITECTS FOR PREMIER SWIM ACADEMY A request to reduce the setback between Neighborhood Commercial and Residential for a single-story, 9,695 square foot indoor swim school within the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Page 2 of 10
District, Terra Vista Community Plan located at 7827 Haven Avenue; APN: 1077-423-04. Related Files: Design Review DRC2018-00257 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00256, and Uniform Sign Program Modification DRC2018-00849. The project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15332 - In-Fill Development Projects. D4. UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM MODIFICATION DRC2018-00849 RLH ARCHITECTS FOR PREMIER SWIM ACADEMY A request to modify Uniform Sign Program #206 to incorporate a single-story, 9,695 square foot indoor swim school within the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District, Terra Vista Community Plan located at 7827 Haven Avenue; APN: 1077-423- 04. Related Files: Design Review DRC2018-00257, Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00256, and Variance DRC2018-00964. The project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15332 - In-Fill Development Projects. Vincent Acuna, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted the a revision to the conditions of approval to include additional conditions from engineering. Applicant Comments: Rob Hastings, RLH Architects, Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing and after seeing and hearing no one, closed the public hearing. The Commissioners were all in support of the project saying that a swim school in the City would provide a much needed service for the residents and the community and also complimenting the modern design. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolutions approving Design Review DRC2018-00257, Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00256, Variance DRC2018-00964, and Uniform Sign Program Modification DRC2018-00849 with the amended Conditions of Approval. D5. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00711 PANATTONI DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. - A request to construct a 110,743 square-foot industrial building on a vacant 200,174 square foot (4.6 acres) parcel of land within the General Industrial (GI) District, located at the northeast corner of Center Avenue and 7th Street APN: 0209-251-10. This item is exempt from the Page 3 of 10
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City s CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15332 In-Fill Development Projects. Vincent Acuna, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted a revision to the Resolution of Approval. Commissioner Dopp asked if the developer would improve the landscaping along 7th Street and if the traffic analysis looked at the effect on the pavement and asphalt of streets from increased truck traffic in that area. Albert Espinoza, Assistant City Engineer, answered that the traffic study does not analyze the pavement conditions, but rather the traffic analysis of the number of trips that are expected to be generated from the business. However, the City does have a pavement management program through capital projects to evaluate the condition of the streets on an ongoing basis. Michael Sizemore, representing Panatonni Development Company, said they are excited for the opportunity to build another project in the City. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing and after seeing and hearing no one, closed the public hearing. Commissioner Munoz stated the project is in line with other industrial projects within the City. Vice-Chairman Wimberly and Commissioners Oaxaca and Dopp complimented the design and said the project is appropriate with the land use in that area. Chairman Guglielmo said he liked the enhancement of the south elevation compared to the original design that was presented to the Design Review Committee. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Oaxaca, carried 5-0 to adopt the amended Resolution approving Design Review DRC2018-00711. D6. TIME EXTENSION DRC2018-00966 YOULITA AND KIRYAKOS, LLC. - A request to allow for a one (1) year time extension of a previously approved Tentative Tract Map (SUBTT18823) to subdivide 3 parcels of land totaling 12.93 acres into 19 lots for the future development of single-family residences in the Very Low (VL) Residential District of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan (.1 to 2 dwelling units per acre) located on the west side of Wardman Bullock Road, south and east of Blue Sky Court; APN: 0226-081-15, 16 and 17. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18823, Variance DRC2012-00135, and Minor Exception Page 4 of 10
DRC2012-00513. On January 23, 2013, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18823. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to the project within the scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, said the item will be continued to an unspecified date to allow time for the applicant to complete an updated Biological Resource study. He also noted there was a resident who was present prior to the meeting and discussed with the applicant their concern about vagrants moving into partially completed houses in that area. Carlos Cueva, representing the applicant, confirmed that he did speak with the homeowner and will be working with the homeowner. They will also be working on the biological study. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing and after seeing and hearing no one, closed the public hearing and continued the item to an unspecified date. D7. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00167 HPA, INC. FOR RICHARD DICK & ASSOCIATES - A request for site plan and architectural review of a 41,777 square foot warehouse distribution building that includes 3,000 square feet of office area on a 2.0 acre parcel of land in the Industrial Park (IP) District on the east side of Pittsburgh Avenue approximately 450 feet south of 6th street; APN: 0229-263-71. 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. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). Chairman Guglielmo asked about the neighboring fence mentioned in the staff report. Mr. van der Zwaag said that the property to the east constructed a metal fence along the southern portion of the property, but it s not placed on their property line so the two property owners will work together to replace the fence with a new metal fence and avoid potentially created a double fence along the properties. Page 5 of 10
Henry Pyle, representing the applicant, said that they ve been in contact with the real estate manager for McLain Foods about the fence and they are willing to work together to put up a new fence as discussed. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing and after seeing and hearing no one, closed the public hearing. Commissioner Munoz stated his support for the project in the industrial area and Vice- Chairman Wimberly concurred. Commissioner Oaxaca commented on the design consistency with the surrounding buildings. Commissioner Dopp said he liked the trucks being oriented towards the back of the building. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Oaxaca, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution approving Design Review DRC2018-00167. D8. Items D8 and D9 will be taken simultaneously. DESIGN REVIEW DRC2018-00392 CDS DEVELOPMENT FOR LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE A request for site plan and architectural review of a 5,825 square foot sit down restaurant with a 675 square foot outdoor eating area on a 71,063 square foot parcel of land in the Regionally Related Office/Commercial (RRO/C) District of the Victoria Community Plan at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Day Creek Boulevard at 12327 Foothill Boulevard; APN: 0229-021-76. Related File: Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00393. 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. D9. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2018-00393 CDS DEVELOPMENT FOR LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE A request to operate a 5,825 square foot full-service sit-down restaurant with a 675 square foot outdoor eating area that includes the sale of distilled spirits (Type 47/On-Sale General ABC License) on a 71,063 square foot parcel of land in the Regionally Related Office/Commercial (RRO/C) District of the Victoria Community Plan at the southeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Day Creek Boulevard at 12327 Foothill Boulevard; APN: 0229-021-76. Related File: Design Review DRC2018-00392. 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. Page 6 of 10
Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). James Powell from Darden Restaurants said they are prepared to submit building plans for review soon and intend on pulling demolition permits in early fall. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing and after seeing and hearing no one, closed the public hearing. All Commissioners stated their support of the project and were excited about Longhorn choosing Rancho Cucamonga as the location for their first venture into California, filling a site that has been vacant for an extended period of time. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution approving Design Review DRC2018-00392 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00393 as presented by staff. D10. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2018-00868 CLINTON ESMENJAUD FOR OLD CUCAMONGA TATTOO COMPANY - A request to operate a 1,500 square foot tattoo studio in a commercial center on the west side of Haven Avenue at Town Center Drive in the General Commercial (GC) District at 7890 Haven Avenue, Suite 19; APN: 1077-401-29. This item is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City s CEQA guidelines under CEQA Section 15301 Existing Facilities. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). In addition to the presentation, Mr. van der Zwaag asked the Commission give feedback as to whether they would like to continue to see Conditional Use Permit applications for tattoo shops at Planning Commission or if the review and approvals should be done at staff level. The owner and applicant Clinton Esmenjaud said he wanted to create an upscale and modern tattoo parlor to create a positive environment for residents and the City. Chairman Guglielmo opened the public hearing. Brian Tomer, representing the landlord for the center, spoke in support of the project and stated the landlord is in support of the project as well. He said they ve passed on similar projects in the past but feels this is a good tenant for the center. Page 7 of 10
Derek Robertson spoke in support of the project. Chairman Guglielmo closed the public hearing. Commissioner Munoz and Vice-Chairman Wimberly advised the applicant to read and follow the Conditions of Approval. Commissioner Oaxaca said the concept of body art has become more mainstream and appreciates the applicant s approach to the business. Commissioner Dopp concurred with Commissioner Oaxaca. Chairman Guglielmo said the special conditions applied by staff to this project were very applicable and relevant. The Commissioners agreed that they would like to continue to see Conditional Use Permit applications for tattoo parlors in the City forwarded to the Planning Commission for review. Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Dopp, carried 5-0 to adopt the Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit DRC2018-00868 as presented by staff. E. COMMISSION BUSINESS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION INTER-AGENCY UPDATES: Commissioner Munoz gave an update from League of California Cities regarding continued discussion about Governor Newsome s goal to build more housing. The League sees it as increased State oversight and control of local governments. A primary concern is the State s ability to take transportation funds from the City if housing production is lower than regional housing requirements. Commissioner Oaxaca commented that cities don t build, developers build. Commissioner Munoz agreed and said that cities can t compel developers to build a certain number of housing and said he anticipates continued conversation in Sacramento regarding this issue. He wants the residents to be aware that the State can take away the City s ability to condition projects. There are numerous proposed Bills that could potentially prohibit the City from controlling development. Commissioner Dopp asked if there is data on where the city is with meeting the housing needs. Page 8 of 10
Mr. Ghirelli replied that the City provides an updated housing report every year to the State to determine if the City is complying with the housing element of the General Plan which can be provided to the Commissioners. Commissioner Munoz added that the City and the Planning Department have done a great job of building high-density and single-family homes to meet housing needs and developers know they are getting a great return on investment when building in Rancho Cucamonga. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS: None 8:25 PM F. ADJOURNMENT I, Susan Shaker, Acting Executive Assistant II of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on Thursday, January 17, 2019, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. Susan Shaker Susan Shaker Acting Executive Assistant II City of Rancho Cucamonga 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. INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC Page 9 of 10
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. To encourage all views and promote courtesy to others, the audience should refrain from clapping, booing or shouts of approval or disagreement from the audience. The public may address the Planning Commission on any agenda item. To address the Planning Commission, please come forward to the podium located at the center of the staff table. State your name for the record and speak into the microphone. After speaking, please sign in on the clipboard located next to the speaker s podium. 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. 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. AVAILABILITY OF STAFF REPORTS Copies of the staff reports or other documentation to each agenda item are on file in the offices of the Planning Department, City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. These documents are available for public inspections during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except for legal City holidays. APPEALS Any interested party who disagrees with the City Planning Commission decision may appeal the Commission s decision to the City Council within 10 calendar days. Any appeal filed must be directed to the City Clerk s Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,793 for all decisions of the Commission. (Fees are established and governed by the City Council). Please turn off all cellular phones and pagers while the meeting is in session. Copies of the Planning Commission agendas, staff reports and minutes can be found at www.cityofrc.us. Page 10 of 10