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Planning Department
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Master Case No. 23-013: General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 23-001, Zoning District Map Amendment (ZCA) No. 23-002, Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 23-001, Tentative Parcel Map 20795 (TPM) No. 23-003, Administrative Site Plan Review (ASP) No. 23-006 and Development Agreement No. (AGR) 23-001 - A request to amend the General Plan land use designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to General Industrial (I-G), a Zoning District Map amendment to amend the zoning designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to Specific Plan (SP), a Specific Plan Amendment to include the project site in the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan (SWIP), a Tentative Parcel Map for the consolidation of two (2) parcels into one (1) parcel, and an Administrative Site Plan for the site and architectural review to construct a 33,585 square foot industrial commercial center building within a project site comprised of approximately 1.6 acres, and a Development Agreement including provision for a public benefit fee, pursuant to a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. The project will include site improvements of parking, landscaping, and other associated on-site and off-site improvements on approximately 1.6-acre site. The applicant has also prepared a development agreement.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the information in the staff report and subject to the attached Findings and Conditions of Approval; staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution PC No. 2024 - ____, and forward a recommendation to the City Council to:
1. Adopt a resolution approving the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and direct staff to file a Notice of Determination; and,
2. Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment (GPA) No.23-001; and,
3. Adopt an ordinance approving Zoning District Map Amendment (ZCA) No. 23-002; and,
4. Adopt an ordinance approving Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 23-001; and,
5. Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 20795 (TPM No. 23-003); and,
6. Adopt a resolution approving Administrative Site Plan Review (ASP) No. 23-006; and,
7. Adopt an ordinance approving the Development Agreement (AGR) No. 23-001.
APPLICANT:
Chase Partners
6444 San Fernando Road, #3944
Glendale, CA 91221
LOCATION:
The project site is located on the east side of Juniper Avenue, south of Santa Ana Avenue and north of Jurupa Avenue; (APNs: 0255-101-24 and 0255-101-30).
REQUEST:
General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 23-001 - A request to amend the land use designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to General Industrial (I-G).
Zoning District Map Amendment (ZCA) No. 23-002 - A Zoning District Map amendment to amend the zoning designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to Specific Plan (SP).
Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 23-001 - A Specific Plan Amendment to include the project site in the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan (SWIP).
Tentative Parcel Map No. 20795 (TPM) No. 23-003 - A Tentative Parcel Map for the consolidation of two (2) parcels into one (1) parcel.
Administrative Site Plan Review (ASP) No. 23-006 - An Administrative Site Plan for the site and architectural review to construct a 33,585 square foot industrial commerce center building.
Development Agreement No. (AGR) 23-001 - A request for a Development Agreement to include payment of a public benefit fee.
PROJECT PLANNER:
Cecily Session-Goins, Associate Planner
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Land Use Designations:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
A. Site Area: 1.6 acres
B. Building Analysis
Office: 1,350 square feet
Mezzanine: 1,650 square feet
Warehouse: 30,585 square feet
Total Area 33,585 square feet
C. Building Height:
Maximum Allowed: 60 feet
Proposed: 40 feet
D. Vehicle Parking Analysis:
Required: 38 spaces
Proposed: 43 spaces
E. Loading Spaces:
Required: 1 space
Provided: 2 spaces
F. Landscaping:
Minimum Required: 10,393 square feet (15%)
Proposed: 10,518 square feet (15.2%)
ANALYSIS:
The applicant, Chase Partners, is requesting that the Planning Commission review and forward a recommendation of approval to the City Council for a general plan amendment to amend the general plan land use designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to General Industrial (I-G), a Zoning District Map Amendment to amend the zoning designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to Specific Plan (SP), a Specific Plan Amendment to include the project site in the Slover East Industrial District (SED) of the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan (SWIP), a Tentative Parcel Map to consolidate two (2) parcels into one (1) parcel, an Administrative Site Plan for the development of the project site with a 33,505 square foot industrial commerce building and associated improvements, and a Development Agreement to include a public benefit fee.
General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 23-001: The current general plan land use designation of Residential Planned Community (R-PC) for the project site does not allow for industrial commerce centers. The project would amend the general plan land use designation of the project site from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to General Industrial (I-G) to accommodate the development a new industrial commerce facility. The General Industrial designation would be consistent with adjacent industrial designations on southerly adjacent property, and supports general plan goals, including:
Chapter 13, Goal No. 1, Action A: Establish a balance of industrial and manufacturing development along with services, especially in sectors with living wage jobs. The developer is proposing to construct an industrial commerce building, which will require construction labor. Labor leaders have emphasized that construction jobs support families. Additionally, the operations of the industrial commerce building will require employees for day-to-day operations, which will in turn provide jobs for local communities in the long term.
Zoning District Map Amendment (ZCA) No. 23-002 and Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 23-001: The applicant is requesting to amend the zoning designation of the project site from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to Specific Plan (SP) to accommodate the proposed development. More specifically, the applicant is requesting to include the project site in the Slover East Industrial District (SED) of the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan (SWIP). The SP zoning designation and SED SWIP land use designations would be consistent with the land use designation on the southerly adjacent property and would be consistent with the proposed general plan land use designation.
Tentative Parcel Map No. 20795 (TPM No. 23-003): The proposed project includes the consolidation of two (2) parcels into one (1) parcel, as well as the required street dedication and improvements. The consolidated parcel meets the development standards of the SWIP’s SED land use district and will support the development of a new industrial facility.
Administrative Site Plan Review (ASP) No. 23-006: The development will be comprised of a 33,505 square foot industrial commerce facility inclusive of 3,000 square feet of office space (1,350 square feet on the ground floor and 1,650 square feet in a second level mezzanine), and 30,585 square feet of warehouse space with 3 loading dock spaces on approximately 1.6 acres. The developer will construct the necessary on-site and off-site improvements required by City standards. The building’s tower element at the main entrance, glass features, painted bands and articulated window framing with glazing provide structural and visual interest. The applicant has incorporated a variety of architectural features on all sides of the building to meet or exceed the design standards for the Slover East Industrial District of Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan.
The project site is physically suitable in size and shape to support the development of the proposed industrial commerce center building. The applicable building, zoning and fire codes and standards will be incorporated into the project and will make for a safe, attractive, and well-designed project. As proposed, the project site is consistent with the standards of the Slover East Industrial District of the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan and all requirements of the Industrial Commerce Centers Sustainability Standards Ordinance. The proposed project has been designed to be compatible with the industrial and commercial uses in the immediate vicinity.
Grading / Walls
The project site is relatively flat. Retaining walls will not be necessary as the project site has a similar grade as the adjoining parcels. An existing eight-foot-tall block wall will remain in place on a portion of the eastern property line, which separates the project site from large retail store (Home Depot) development. Eight-foot-tall tubular steel fencing will be installed on a portion of the northern, southern, and eastern property lines. The site will be secured with an eight-foot-tall tubular steel gate flanked by and anchored to 14-foot-tall concrete screen walls.
Site Access / Circulation / Parking
Due to the size of the site, there will be one access point shared by passenger cars and trucks on Juniper Avenue. Passenger car parking is located along the central drive aisle outside and inside of the truck court area. Trucks will be required to travel south toward Jurupa Avenue when departing the project site.
Development Agreement (AGR) No. 23-001: The project includes a development agreement that includes the payment of a public benefit fee of $150,896.25.
SB330: As currently zoned, this property would have allowed for the development of one (1) residential unit. To comply with California’s Housing Crisis Act of 2019 (SB330), the project will participate with the City of Fontana Municipal Code Chapter 30 Article XV “No Net Loss Density Bonus/Replacement Program.” The one (1) unit will be available as a density bonus for other residential properties throughout the city. The program will enable, on a first come, first served basis, density bonuses of up to 20% on other residential parcels until the one (1) residential unit is reclaimed within future planned residential projects.
Pursuant to FMC section 30-967, the Unit Bank cannot exceed 2,200 units. The Unit Bank currently has 1,615 units. This one (1) unit will be added to the Unit Bank increasing the number of units in the Unit Bank to 1,616, which is less than the 2,200 units authorized by the FMC.
Environmental
An Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND), and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program has been prepared for this project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the 2019 Local Guidelines for Implementing CEQA. Based on the information in the Initial Study (IS), with the incorporation of Mitigation Measures the IS concludes that the project could not have a significant effect on the environment as a result of project implementation. A Notice of Determination has been prepared for the Planning Commission’s consideration. The IS/MND along with Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for this project can be found at <https://www.fontanaca.gov/2137/Environmental-Documents>. The Notice of Intent to Adopt an IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Public Hearing Notice was issued on February 23, 2024, for a public comment period of February 27, 2024 to March 18, 2024. As of the date of posting of this agenda, no comments were received.
MOTION:
Approve staff’s recommendation
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Project Plans
3. Exhibit for General Plan Amendment
4. Exhibit for Zone Change and Specific Plan Amendment
5. Planning Commission Resolution, Findings and Conditions of Approval
6. Development Agreement
7. Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Public Hearing Notice