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Planning Department
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Master Case No. (MCN) 25-0037; Tentative Parcel Map No. 25-0012 (TPM No. 21013), and Design Review No. 25-0010; A request to reconfigure property lines of two existing parcels, and for the site and architectural review for the development of a 408-unit multi-family complex with various amenities and site improvements on a 26.3-acre parcel, located south of Duncan Canyon Road and north/west of John Previti Avenue, (APNs: 1107-262-07 and -65), pursuant to a previously adopted Environmental Impact Report and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Ventana at Duncan Canyon Specific Plan project (SCH No. 2021100400).
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RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the information contained in the staff report and subject to the attached Findings and Conditions of Approval, staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. PC 2026-___, and,
1. Find that the project has been reviewed under the previous Environmental Impact Report for the Ventana Specific Plan (Master Case No. 22-000099R1, General Plan Amendment No. 21-00006, and Specific Plan Amendment No. 22-00001) pursuant to CEQA Sections 15162 through 15164 and Section 8-10 of the Fontana 2019 Local Guidelines for Implementing CEQA and that none of the exceptions in CEQA Section 15162 apply here, and direct staff to file a Notice of Determination;
2. Approve Tentative Parcel Map No. 25-0012 (TPM No. 21013); and,
3. Approve Design Review (DRP) No. 25-0010.
APPLICANT:
The Previti Group
Cinthia De La Torre
2151 E. Convention Center Way, Suite No. 114
Ontario, CA 91764
LOCATION:
The project site is located south of Duncan Canyon Road, and north/west of John Previti Avenue (APNs: 1107-262-07 and -65)
REQUEST:
Tentative Parcel Map No. 25-0012 (TPM No. 21013) - A request to reconfigure two (2) parcels of approximately 26.3 acres for the development of a 408-unit multi-family complex.
Design Review (DRP) No. 25-0010 - A request for site and architectural review for the residential portion of Planning Area 4 of the Ventana at Duncan Canyon Specific Plan to include 408 multi-family units, with various amenities and associated site improvements.
PROJECT PLANNER:
Alexia Barberena, Associate Planner
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Land Use Table
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General Plan |
Zoning/Overlay |
Existing Land Use |
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Site: |
Regional Mixed Use (R-MU) |
Ventana at Duncan Canyon Specific Plan Planning Area 4 (Mixed Use) |
Vacant |
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North: |
General Commercial (C-G) |
Ventana at Duncan Canyon Specific Plan Planning Area 5b (Commercial) |
Vacant |
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South: |
Public Utility Corridor (P-UC) |
Public Utility Corridor (P-UC) |
Edison Corridor Easement |
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East: |
Multi Family Medium/High Residential (R-MFMH) |
Ventana at Duncan Canyon Specific Plan Planning Area 3 (Multi-Family) |
Vacant |
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West: |
Ontario Freeway (1-15) |
Ontario Freeway (I-15) |
I-15 Freeway |
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
A. Site Area: Approximately 26.3 acres
B. Density: Max: 24 units per acre
Proposed: 15.52 units per acre
D. Parking:
Required: 735 parking spaces
Provided: 819 parking spaces
E. Landscaping:
Required: 95,070 square feet (15 percent)
Provided: 178,315 square feet (28.1 percent)
ANALYSIS:
The applicant, The Previti Group, is requesting that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Parcel Map No. 25-0012 (TPM No. 21013) to reconfigure two parcels and approve Design Review No. 25-0010 for the development of a 408-unit multi-family complex with site improvements on approximately 26.3 acres.
Tentative Parcel Map No. 25-0012 (TPM No. 21013)
The proposed Tentative Tract Map No. 25-0012 will reconfigure two lots to develop a multi-family complex on Parcel 1. Parcel 2 is not a part of this project, as Parcel 2 is for the future development of a commercial component within Planning Area 4. The resulting parcels will meet the development standards of the Ventana Specific Plan and Zoning and Development code and will enable the development of the multi-family complex, including associated site improvements consistent with the development plans.
Design Review (DR) No. 25-0010
The development seeks site and architectural approval of a new 408-unit multi-family complex located within 15 buildings, totaling 633,798 square feet. The applicant proposes a Tuscan style of architecture for the buildings with an exterior neutral earth tone palette scheme, with brown and green accents to be used for entry doors and shutters. The architectural style includes smooth stucco exterior, decorative wrought iron elements, decorative shutters, exterior light fixtures, stone veneer, concrete roof tiles, and vinyl windows.
The proposed multi-family complex will have a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units, ranging in size from 593 square feet to 1,355 square feet. There are six (6) plan layouts for the units, consisting of 21 studios, 243 one-bedroom units, 123 two-bedroom units, and 21 three-bedroom units. Private open space is provided ranging from 61 square feet to 76 square feet.
The Project’s on and off-site improvements include parking spaces, new landscaping, enhanced lighting, curb, gutter, sidewalks, and utilities related to the Project.
The proposed site is physically suitable in size and shape to support the development of the proposed residential multi-family complex. Applicable building codes, zoning codes and fire codes and standards will be met and make for a safe, attractive, and well-designed project. The Project incorporates safety measures for automobiles and pedestrians in the area.
Amenities/Open Space:
The project is required to have seven (7) amenities, and the applicant is providing ten (10). The Project amenities include a clubhouse, a spa and pool area, an outdoor kitchen, yoga area, tot lot, a dog park, additional BBQ areas with seating areas and shade structures, paseos and plazas, indoor gym, and other parks and open spaces.
Grading/Walls:
The project site is vacant and undeveloped. The topography of the Project Site is relatively flat. The existing drainage pattern flows from the northeast to the southwest. An underground water chamber system will be constructed for the Project.
The project plans include a 6-foot-high tubular steel perimeter fence with decorative pilasters along the south and a portion of the west side of the property. A minimum 6-foot-high perimeter wall will be located on the north, west, and a portion of the east side of the property.
Site Access/Circulation/Parking:
Primary vehicle access to the Project Site will be off John Previti Avenue via an enhanced entryway. Secondary access to the Project Site is located south of the primary entrance. The project will provide pedestrian access gates off the eastern side of the property. The project will have open parking spaces and covered parking spaces for the residences. The internal circulation has been reviewed by the Planning, Fire, Traffic, and Engineering Departments and found to be sufficient to support this type of use.
Environmental:
A Final EIR was prepared for the Ventana at Duncan Canyon Specific Plan project (SCH No. 2021100400) and was certified by the City Council on July 26, 2022. Based on CEQA Guidelines, Sections 15162 through 15164 et seq, and Section 8.10 of the City of Fontana’s 2019 Local CEQA Guidelines, staff has determined that the previously certified Final EIR has adequately identified the impacts associated with Design Review 25-0037 and no further environmental review is required.
MOTION:
Approve staff’s recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment No. 1 - Vicinity Map
Attachment No. 2 - Project Plan Set
Attachment No. 3 - Planning Commission Resolution, Findings & Conditions of Approval
Attachment No. 4 - Notice of Determination
Attachment No. 5 - Public Hearing Notice