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Planning Department
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Master Case No. 24-0047: Tentative Tract Map No. 20686 (TTM No. 24-0013) and Design Review No. 24-0024 - A request to subdivide approximately one (1) acre into 12 lots and for the site and architectural approval of a new residential development consisting of 12 single-family dwellings and associated improvements, pursuant to a Categorical Exemption in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the information contained in this staff report and subject to the attached Findings and Conditions of Approval; staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution PC No. 2025- ; and,
1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section No. 15332 (Class No. 32, Infill Development) of the California Environmental Quality Act, and Section No. 3.22 (Categorical Exemption) of the Local 2019 Guidelines for Implementing the CEQA, and direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption; and,
2. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 20686 (TTM No. 24-0013); and,
3. Approve Design Review No. 24-0024.
APPLICANT:
Bryan Avilla
NewBridge Homes
500 Newport Center Drive, Suite 570
Newport Beach, CA 92660
LOCATION:
The project site is located on the west side of Laurel Avenue, south of Arrow Boulevard (APNs: 0246-121-71 and -72)
REQUEST:
Design Review No. 24-024 and Tentative Tract Map No. 24-013 - A request to subdivide approximately one (1) acre into 12 lots and for the site and architectural approval of a new residential development consisting of 12 single-family dwellings and associated improvements.
PROJECT PLANNER:
Cecily Session-Goins, Associate Planner
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Land Use Table:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
ANALYSIS:
The applicant, NewBridge Homes, is requesting that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 24-0013 and Design Review (DRP) No. 24-0024 for development of a residential development consisting of 12 single-family homes and lots and associated on-site and off-site improvements on approximately one acre. The 12 homes range in size from 1,800 square feet to 2,896 square feet.
Design Review (DRP) No. 24-024:
The proposed single-family residential development will be comprised of 12 dwellings. Eight of the twelve homes will feature a casita that is integrated with the home.
The applicant proposes a Spanish style of architecture. The architectural features for the proposed buildings incorporate a light earth tone color palette with blue, green and tan accent colors to be used for entry doors, shutters, awnings and garage doors. The architectural style includes a smooth stucco finish, tile roof, shutters, awnings, decorative clay pipes, decorative metal accents, and Spanish tile accents.
Minor Planned Unit Development (PUD)
The proposed residential development is utilizing the provisions for Minor Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) as indicated in Section No. 30-326(2) of the Zoning and Development Code. The development meets or exceeds all requirements.
Minor PUDs are intended to encourage development of infill sites in the R-2 zoning district. Projects proposing a minor PUD are required to be no larger than three acres in size, located in an infill area (where at least 80% of the land within a 300-foot radius of the site has been developed, and where water sewer, streets, schools and fire protection are provided), and in the R-2 zoning district.
The provisions for Minor PUDs provide for development incentives such as reduced setbacks and lot dimensions, increased allowable lot coverage, etc. The developments are required to provide enhanced paving, landscaping, and unit entry and orientation.
Grading/Walls:
The project site is partially developed with a single-family dwelling. The remainder of the site is vacant and undeveloped. The existing single-family dwelling will be demolished as part of this project.
The applicant, NewBridge Homes, is requesting that the Planning Commission approve Tentative Tract Map No. 24-0013 and Design Review (DRP) No. 24-0024 for development of a residential development consisting of 12 single-family homes and lots and associated on-site and off-site improvements on approximately one acre. The 12 homes range in size from 1,800 square feet to 2,896 square feet.
Design Review (DRP) No. 24-024:
The proposed single-family residential development will be comprised of 12 dwellings. Eight of the twelve homes will feature a casita that is integrated with the home.
The applicant proposes a Spanish style of architecture. The architectural features for the proposed buildings incorporate a light earth tone color palette with blue, green and tan accent colors to be used for entry doors, shutters, awnings and garage doors. The architectural style includes a smooth stucco finish, tile roof, shutters, awnings, decorative clay pipes, decorative metal accents, and Spanish tile accents.
Minor Planned Unit Development (PUD)
The proposed residential development is utilizing the provisions for Minor Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) as indicated in Section No. 30-326(2) of the Zoning and Development Code. The development meets or exceeds all requirements.
Minor PUDs are intended to encourage development of infill sites in the R-2 zoning district. Projects proposing a minor PUD are required to be no larger than three acres in size, located in an infill area (where at least 80% of the land within a 300-foot radius of the site has been developed, and where water sewer, streets, schools and fire protection are provided), and in the R-2 zoning district.
The provisions for Minor PUDs provide for development incentives such as reduced setbacks and lot dimensions, increased allowable lot coverage, etc. The developments are required to provide enhanced paving, landscaping, and unit entry and orientation.
Grading/Walls:
The project site is partially developed with a single-family dwelling. The remainder of the site is vacant and undeveloped. The existing single-family dwelling will be demolished as part of this project.
The topography of the Project Site is generally flat, with a less than two (2) percent gradient from north to south. The project plans indicate that a new six (6) foot high decorative masonry screen wall will be constructed along the western property line to replace existing fencing. Existing fencing on the northern and southern property lines will be replaced with combination low retaining wall/block wall. The combination walls will measure a maximum height of six feet from the property with the highest grade.
Site Access/Circulation/Parking:
Access to and from the project site will be provided from Laurel Avenue by a central drive aisle. The central drive aisle will be paved with pavers and scored concrete banding. Each home has a two- or three-car garage. Eight parking spaces are provided on-site for guests. Parking will not be permitted in the drive aisle.
Environmental:
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines and Section No. 3.22 (Categorical Exemption) of the City of Fontana’s 2019 Local Guidelines for Implementing CEQA, the proposed Project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section No. 15332 as a Class 32, In-Fill Development Project. The project site is considered Infill Development and meets the CEQA requirements of Infill: (1) The Project is consistent with the Medium Density Residential (R-M) designation of the General Plan and the Medium Density Residential (R-2) zoning district; (2) The Project Site is less than five (5) acres; (3) The Project Site has previously been developed, and is not within any known sensitive or threatened habitat area; (4) The Project will not have any significant effects related to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and (5) There are adequate public services for the development of the proposed residential project. Further, none of the exceptions in CEQA Guidelines section 15300.2 apply to the project.
MOTION:
Approve staff’s recommendation
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Project Plan Set
3. Planning Commission Resolution, Findings, and Conditions of Approval
4. Notice of Exemption
5. Public Hearing Notice