FROM:
Planning Department
SUBJECT:
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First Combined General Plan Amendments and Projects for the 1st General Plan Cycle of 2024; Part No. 1 - Monte Vista Residential Project and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration, Part No. 2 - Fontana Business Center and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration, and Part No. 3 - Citrus and Boyle Industrial Commerce Center and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Part No. 1 - Monte Vista Residential Project
Master Case No. 20-073: General Plan Amendment No. 20-015, Zoning District Map Amendment No. 20-015, Conditional Use Permit No. 22-013, Tentative Tract Map No. 20-006 (TTM No. 20358), and Design Review No. 20-028 for property comprised of APNs: 0233-122-28, -29, -60, -63 Amendment of the subject site’s General Plan land use designation from Single-Family Residential (R-SF) to Medium Density Residential (R-M), amendment of the Zoning District Map from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) , a Conditional Use permit to establish the minimum requirements and specific site development standards under a Planned Unit Development for a 53-lot single- family residential project, a Tentative Tract Map to subdivide four (4) parcels for the development of a 53-lot subdivision, and Design Review for the site and architectural review of a new 53-lot single-family detached residential project within a site comprised of approximately 8.8 acres, pursuant to a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
1a) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-015, (Part No. 1 of General Plan Amendment Cycle No. 1 of 2024,) a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fontana adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration, approving a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and approving General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 20-015 (Part No. 1 of General Plan Amendment Cycle No. 1 of 2024) amending Exhibit 15.8 of General Plan Chapter 15 (Land Use, Zoning and Urban Design) to change the land use designation from Single-Family Residential (R-SF) to Medium Density Residential (R-M) for APNs: 0233-122-28, -29, -60 and -63 totaling approximately 8.8 acres located between Poplar Avenue and Catawba Avenue, south of Orchid Avenue, and approving Conditional Use Permit No. 22-013 to establish a Planned Unit Development, Tentative Tract Map No. 20-006 (TTM No. 20358) to subdivide four (4) parcels (approximately 8.8 acres) for the development of a 53-lot subdivision, and Design Review No. 20-028 for the construction of a 53-lot single-family residential detached dwellings on four parcels, APNs: 0233-122-28, -29, -60 and -63, totaling approximately 8.8 acres, subject to the Conditions of Approval, and;
1b) Read by title only and waive further reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1943, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fontana, approving, pursuant to a Mitigated Negative Declaration, Zoning District Map Amendment No. 20-015 to update the zoning map from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) for four (4) parcels APNs: 0233-122-28, -29, -60 and -63, and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof.
Part No. 2 - Fontana Business Center 3 Project
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 No. 23-003 (TPM No. 20795), Administrative Site Plan (ASP) No. 23-006 and Development Agreement No. (AGR) 23-001 for property comprised of APNs: 0255-101-24 and 0255-101-30 - Amendment of the subject site’s General Plan land use designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to General Industrial (I-G), amendment of the Zoning District Map from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan (SWIP), 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, an Administrative Site Plan for the site and architectural review of 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.
2a) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-016, (Part No. 2 of General Plan Amendment Cycle No. 1 of 2024,) a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fontana adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration, approving a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and approving General Plan Amendment No. 23-011 (Part No. 2 of General Plan Amendment Cycle No. 1 of 2024) amending Exhibit 15.8 of General Plan Chapter 15 (Land Use, Zoning, and Urban Design) to change the land use designation from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to General Industrial (I-G) for APNS: 0255-101-24 and -30 totaling approximately 1.6 acres located on the east side of juniper Avenue, south of Santa Ana Avenue, and approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 23-002 (TPM No. 20795) to consolidate two (2) parcels into one (1) parcel, and Administrative Site Plan No. 23-006 for the construction of an approximately 33,585 square foot industrial commerce building on approximately 1.6 acres, subject to the Conditions of Approval; and,
2b) Read by title only and waive further reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1944, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fontana, approving, pursuant to the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Fontana Business Center 3 project, Zoning District Map Amendment No. 23-002 to change the zoning designation for APNs: 0255-101-24 and -30 from Residential Planned Community (R-PC) to Southwest Industrial Park (SWIP) Specific Plan, Slover East Industrial District for approximately 1.6 acres located on the east side of Juniper Avenue, south of Santa Ana Avenue, and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof; and,
2c) Read by title only and waive further reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1945, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fontana, approving, pursuant to the project Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Report Program, Specific Plan Amendment No. 23-001, an amendment to the Southwest Industrial Park (SWIP) Specific Plan to include 1.6 acres in the Slover East Industrial District on the east side of Juniper Avenue, south of Santa Ana Avenue, and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof; and,
2d) Read by title only and waive further reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1946, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fontana, approving, pursuant to an adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration, a Development Agreement No. 23-001 between the City of Fontana and Chase Partners, which provides a public benefit fee in the amount of $150,896.25, and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof.
Part No. 3 - Citrus and Boyle Industrial Commerce Center Project
Master Case No. 22-115: General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 22-009, Zoning District Map Amendment (ZCA) No. 22-009, Tentative Parcel Map No. 22-029 (TPM No. 20834), Design Review (DRP) No. 22-054 and Development Agreement (AGR) No. 22-096 for property comprised of APNs: 0251-151-03 through -07, -09 and -10, -14 through -16, -18 through -22, and -39 through -44 - Amendment of the General Plan land use designation for APN: 0251-151-10 from Community Commercial (C-C) to Light Industrial (I-L) and amendment of the Zoning District Map for APN 0251-151-10 from Community Commercial (C-1) to Light Industrial (M-1), and a Tentative Parcel Map for the consolidation of twenty-one (21) parcels into one parcel, and Design Review for site and architectural review to construct a 355,995 square foot industrial commerce building within a project site comprised of approximately 15.84 acres (APNs: 0251-151-03 through -07, -09 and -10, -14 through -16, -18 through -22, and -39 through -44), and a Development Agreement including provision for a public benefit fee, pursuant to a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
3a) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-017, (Part No. 3 of General Plan Amendment Cycle No. 1 of 2024,) a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Fontana adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approving a Mitigated Monitoring and Reporting Program pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and approving General Plan Amendment No. 22-009 (Part No. 3 of General Plan Amendment Cycle No. 1 of 2024), amending Exhibit 15.8 of General Plan Chapter 15 (Land Use, Zoning, and Urban Design) to change the land use designation from Community Commercial (C-C) to Light Industrial (I-L) for APN: 0251-151-10 totaling approximately 0.9 acres of land located on the north side of Slover Avenue and east of Citrus Avenue, Tentative Parcel Map No. 22-029 (TPMM No. 20834) to consolidate twenty-one parcels into one (1) parcel and Design Review No. 22-054 for the development of a 355,995 square foot industrial commerce center building on APNs 0251-151-03 though -07, -09 and -10, -14 through -16, -18 through -22 and -39 through -44 totaling approximately 15.84 acres located north of Slover Avenue, east of Citrus Avenue, subject to the Conditions of Approval; and,
3b) Read by title only and waive further reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1947, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fontana, pursuant to an adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration and approved Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Citrus and Boyle Project, Zoning District Map Amendment No. 22-009 to change the zoning designation for APN: 0251-151-10 from Community Commercial (C-1) to Light Industrial (M-1) for approximately 0.9 acres located on the north side of Slover Avenue, east of Citrus Avenue, and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof; and,
3c) Read by title only and waive further reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1948, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fontana, approving, pursuant to an adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration, a Development Agreement No. 23-096 between the City of Fontana and Chipt Fontana Citrus Avenue, L.P., which provides a public benefit fee in the amount of $49,722.00, and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof.
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• Promote economic development by concentrating on job creation.
• Provide a diverse range of housing types and levels of affordability while addressing homelessness in the community by promoting diverse range of housing projects and levels of affordability.
• Enhance the local environment for future generations and create a healthy economic and environmental future by creating neighborhoods that are attractive, safe and convenient for walkers and bicyclists.
• Enhance the local environment for future generations and create a healthy economic and environmental future by adopting policies that promote compact and efficient development in new and existing communities.
DISCUSSION:
As required by state law, the City is limited to amending any element of the General Plan to no more than four (4) times in one (1) calendar year. Since the City receives multiple general plan amendment requests during the year, it is customary to combine the general plan amendment requests. This will be the first combined general plan amendment for calendar year 2024.
This combined general plan amendment package includes three (3) parts and their associated projects which have been designated as Part No. 1 - Monte Vista Residential Project and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration, Part No. 2 - Fontana Business Center 3 and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration, and Part No. 3 - Citrus and Boyle Industrial Commerce Center Project and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration to ensure that the multiple general plan amendments are approved together, thereby counting as one (1) approval. Below is a discussion of the three (3) projects as part of this amendment package.
Discussion Part No. 1 - Monte Vista Residential Project
Background:
The project was considered by the Planning Commission at a duly noticed public hearing on January 16, 2024. The Planning Commission voted (3-0) to adopt Resolution PC No. 2024-003, thereby forwarding a recommendation of approval to the City Council.
Project Description/Analysis:
The Applicant, Monte Vista Assets, Inc., is requesting approval of entitlements in support of the development of a 53-lot single-family residential detached project on property comprised of APNs: 0233-122-28, -29, -60, and -63 totaling approximately 8.8 acres located between Poplar Avenue and Catawba Avenue, south of Orchid Avenue
General Plan Amendment No. 20-015:
The project would amend the General Plan land use designation of the project site from Single-Family Residential (R-SF) to Medium Density Residential (R-M).The proposed General Plan amendment is consistent with the goals and policies of the Housing Element in the General Plan. The project is consistent with the following goals of the Housing Element.
• Provide adequate housing to meet the needs of all residents in the City of Fontana.
• Provide a high standard of quality in existing affordable housing stock.
The project will further meet the following policies of the General Plan Housing Element:
• Goal No.1, Policy No. 1.1, by providing a “Establish a range of rental and for sale housing opportunities in the city” and
• Goal No. 1, Policy No. 1.3 - “Promote the development and access to housing affordable to all income levels in Fontana”
The amendment will present an opportunity for development to be constructed at a higher density, allowing increased residential units and a wider variety of housing types for residents. This amendment will assist the City of Fontana in meeting its Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) numbers, by increasing the site’s potential from the existing maximum of 44 residential units for the site to 66 residential units, an increase of 22 units.
Zoning District Map Amendment No. 20-015:
The proposal would change the zoning map (Zoning District Map) designation from the Single-Family (R-1) zone to the Medium Density (R-2) zone to allow for the increased density and accompanying development regulations. The Zoning District Map amendment would ensure that zoning for the project site is consistent with the proposed General Plan Amendment.
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 22-013:
The project includes a Conditional Use Permit application for the purpose of establishing a Planned Unit Development (PUD). The Planned Unit Development (PUD) establishes the minimum requirements and specific site development standards for the development of the 53-lot single-family residential detached dwelling project.
The purpose of a PUD is to encourage creative and desirable livable communities that incorporate modern site plan techniques and building grouping and arrangements that would not necessarily be permitted with the strict application of the Zoning and Development Code. Based on the unique guidelines from the PUD, the applicant has provided a vibrant development that will create a sense of community for the residents.
Tentative Parcel Map No. 20-006 (TPM No. 20358):
The project includes the subdivision four (4) parcels totaling approximately 8.8 adjusted gross acres, for the development of a 53-lot single-family residential PUD subdivision. The minimum single-family lot size within this subdivision is 4,200 square feet with an average of 5,445 square feet, up to 7,077 square feet. The minimum established lot size dimensions are proposed at 50-foot by 84-foot. The project will include on-site and off-site improvements and the undergrounding of utilities. The subdivision will support the development of the project as allowed for by, and proposed under, the Planned Unit Development.
Design Review No. 20-028:
The project includes the development of three proposed floor plans for the two-story single-family detached dwellings at 1,903 square feet, 2,186 square feet, and 2,368 square feet with three architectural styles of homes: Spanish, Tuscan, and Craftsman. Individual two-car garages will be provided for each dwelling. The dwelling units are arranged with private streets and some shared private alleys.
Each dwelling will reflect light earth tone warm colors (i.e. brown, tan, beige, etc.). There are twelve (12) color schemes provided for the overall project. Architectural relief utilized for the proposed homes consists of stone veneer, decorative window treatments, varied roof lines, architectural “pop-outs,” banding, porches, and other features appropriate to each theme. The use of a variety of colors and decorative shutters of a contrasting color will further add architectural diversity to each plan. All units are designed with concrete tile roofing material coordinated to match the color scheme of each elevation. All plans are proposed as two-story homes. Several landscaped open spaces areas are included within the development to include a variety of trees, shrubs, perennials, and ground cover and well landscaped pathways for residents. All landscaped areas will adhere to the city’s design guidelines. There will be street landscape treatments along Orchid Avenue and Catawba Avenue.
The site includes a park with a shade structure with picnic tables, open lawn area, BBQ island, and a tot lot area. The amenities are centrally located, so the residents have easy access to them. Additionally, the amenities are further discussed in the PUD development standards and plan attached.
Access to the site will be gained by either Orchid Avenue or Catawba Avenue, bridging a complete circulation network. All interior streets and alleys are private. The circulation network improvements include paving of the private streets and alleys with curbing and gutters on both sides. Parking spaces are provided along the main private streets.
Each lot will have a six-foot high concrete block wall to define private spaces and to provide privacy and help maintain boundaries of open space areas within the development. A six-foot high tan decorative type wall will surround all areas that are seen from public view of the project site.
The grading is consistent throughout the site, which is relatively flat. Each property will drain to the private street or alley then the area drains will collect the nuisance water and gravity flow into designated chambers located on-site. The overflows from the chamber shall be piped to the paved public street gutter then to the existing storm drain system. The project site is physically suitable in size and shape to support the development. Applicable specific site development standards, building, zoning, and fire codes and standards, will be met and will make for a safe, attractive, and well-designed residential project. The project design incorporates internal safety measures such as sidewalks and lighting to facilitate pedestrians/residents walking in the community.
Environmental:
An Initial Study (IS), Mitigated Negative Declaration, 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. The Notice of Intent to Adopt an IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration was published with a public comment period of December 22, 2023 through January 11, 2024. Based on the information in the IS, the project would not have a significant effect on the environment as a result of project implementation and the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program are presented for the City Council’s consideration. The IS/MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for this project can be found at <https://www.fontanaca.gov/2137/Environmental-Documents>.
Discussion Part No. 2 - Fontana Business Center 3 Project
Background:
The project was considered by the Planning Commission at a duly noticed public hearing on March 19, 2024. The Planning Commission voted (3-0) to adopt Resolution PC No. 2024-023, thereby forwarding a recommendation of approval to the City Council.
Project Description/Analysis:
The applicant, Chase Partners, is requesting approval of entitlements in support of the development of the project site with a 33,505 square foot industrial commerce building and associated improvements on property comprised of APNs 0255-101-24 and 0255-101-30) located on the east side of Juniper Avenue between Santa Ana Avenue and Jurupa Avenue.
General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 23-001:
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 employees for both project construction and for day-to-day operations, both of which will in provide jobs for local communities.
Zoning District Map Amendment (ZCA) No. 23-002 and Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 23-001:
The applicant proposes 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 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.
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.
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.
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 1,575 units. This one (1) unit will be added to the Unit Bank increasing the number of units in the Unit Bank to 1,576, which is less than the 2,200 units authorized by the FMC.
Development Agreement (AGR) No. 23-001: The project proposes a development agreement that includes the payment of a public benefit fee of $150,896.25.
Environmental:
An Initial Study (IS), Mitigated Negative Declaration, 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. The Notice of Intent to Adopt an IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Public Hearing Notice was published with a public comment period of February 27, 2024 to March 18, 2024. Based on the information in the IS and MND, the project would not have a significant effect on the environment as a result of project implementation and a Mitigated Negative Declaration, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, have been prepared for the City Council’s consideration. The mitigation measures from the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program are included herein as part of the Conditions of Approval. The IS/MND for this project can be found at https://www.fontanaca.gov/2137/Environmental-Documents.
Discussion Part No. 3 - Citrus and Boyle Industrial Commerce Center Project
Background:
The project was considered by the Planning Commission at a duly noticed public hearing on March 19, 2024. The Planning Commission voted 3-0 to adopt Resolution PC No. 2024-037, thereby forwarding a recommendation of approval to the City Council.
Project Description/Analysis:
The applicant, MIG, INC, is requesting entitlements in support of the development of the project site with a 355,995 square foot industrial commerce building and associated improvements on property comprised of APNs: 0251-151-03 through -07, -09 and -10, -14 through -16, -18 through -22, and -39 through -44 located north of Slover Avenue, south of Boyle Avenue, east of Citrus Avenue, and west of Oleander Avenue.
General Plan Amendment No. 22-009:
The project would amend the General Plan land use designation for one (1) of the twenty-one (21) project parcels, APN: 0251-151-10 of approximately .9 acres, from Community Commercial (C-C) to Light Industrial (I-L). This would support the development of an industrial commerce center building totaling approximately 355,995 square feet. The Light Industrial designation would be consistent with the adjacent industrial designations on the north, south, and easterly adjacent parcels and the proposal is consistent with General Plan 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 development of an industrial commerce building would be consistent with the surrounding area and will require employees for both project construction and for day-to-day operations, both of which will in provide jobs for local communities.
Zoning District Map Amendment No. 22-009:
The proposal would amend the zoning map (Zoning District Map) from Community Commercial (C-1) to Light Industrial (M-1) for APN: 0251-151-10 of approximately .9 acres. The Zoning District Map amendment would ensure that zoning for APN: 0251-151-10 is consistent with the proposed General Plan Amendment.
Tentative Parcel Map No. 22-029 (TPM No. 20834):
The applicant has filed for a tentative parcel map to support the proposed development of 15.84 acres of the overall project area. The Tentative Parcel Map would consolidate twenty-one (21) parcels located on north side of Slover Avenue, south of Boyle Avenue, south of Boyle Avenue, west of Citrus Avenue and east of Oleander Avenue into one parcel to support the development of an industrial commerce building. As part of the project the developer will construct all on-site and off-site improvements per the City Standards.
Design Review No. 22-054:
The project includes the development of an industrial commerce center building on an approximately 15.84 acre parcel. The industrial commerce center building has been designed with a combination of office and industrial areas with 355,995 of square footage. A gate-secured truck court with forty-six (46) loading docks located on the south side of the building and 13 loading docks located on the west side of the building are proposed. The building’s tower entry ways, panels, articulated window framing with glazing, and varying roof height provide structural and visual interest. The applicant has incorporated a variety of architectural features on all sides of the buildings to meet or exceed the design guidelines of the Fontana Municipal Code. Proposed landscaping would be ornamental in nature and would feature trees, shrubs, and drought-tolerant accent plants in addition to a variety of groundcovers.
The project site is physically suitable in size and shape to support the development of the proposed industrial commerce buildings. The applicable building codes, zoning codes, and fire codes and standards, will make for a safe, attractive, and well-designed project. As proposed, the project site is consistent with the standards of the Fontana Municipal Code. The proposal has been designed to be compatible with the industrial uses to the south and west of the site, while also providing a development that has been designed with features (architectural relief, added landscaping along the north and south side of the property, street improvements, and lighting), to enhance the character of the area.
Trucks will have access from the two (2) westernmost driveways on Slover Avenue and passenger vehicles will have access from the easternmost driveway on Slover Avenue, in addition to two (2) driveways on Boyle Avenue. Trucks will travel west and east from Slover Avenue and north and south from Citrus Avenue, to and from the project site to access the 10 freeway. The area surrounding the building will drain to the south with the use of underground chambers towards Slover Avenue.
Development Agreement No. 23-096:
The proposes a development agreement that includes a public benefit fee of $49,722.00.
Environmental:
An Initial Study (IS), Mitigated Negative Declaration, 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. The Notice of Intent to Adopt an IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Public Hearing Notice was published with a public comment period of February 27, 2024 to March 18, 2024. Based on the information in the IS and MND, the project would not have a significant effect on the environment as a result of project implementation and a Mitigated Negative Declaration, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, have been prepared for the City Council’s consideration. The mitigation measures from the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program are included herein as part of the Conditions of Approval. The IS/MND for this project can be found at <https://www.fontanaca.gov/2137/Environmental-Documents>.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment No. 1 (Part No. 1) Resolution for General Plan Amendment, Tentative Parcel Map, Conditional Use Permit, Design Review, and Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Attachment No. 2 (Part No. 1) Ordinance for Zoning District Map Amendment
Attachment No. 3 (Part No. 1) Planning Commission Minutes from January 16, 2024
Attachment No. 4 (Part No. 1) Planning Commission Packet - MCN 20-073
Attachment No. 5 (Part No. 1) Public Hearing Notice
Attachment No. 6 (Part No. 2) Resolution for General Plan Amendment, Tentative Parcel Map, Administrative Site Plan, and Mitigated Negative Declaration
Attachment No. 7 (Part No. 2) Ordinance for Zoning District Map Change
Attachment No. 8 (Part No. 2) Ordinance for Specific Plan Amendment
Attachment No. 9 (Part No. 2) Ordinance for Development Agreement
Attachment No. 10 (Part No. 2) Planning Commission Minutes from March 19, 2024
Attachment No. 11 (Part No. 2) Planning Commission Packet - MCN 23-013
Attachment No. 12 (Part No. 2) Public Hearing Notice
Attachment No. 13 (Part No. 3) Resolution for General Plan Amendment, Tentative Parcel Map, Design Review, and Mitigated Negative Declaration
Attachment No. 14 (Part No. 3) Ordinance for Zoning District Map Amendment
Attachment No. 15 (Part No. 3) Ordinance for Development Agreement
Attachment No. 16 (Part No. 3) Planning Commission Minutes from March 19, 2024
Attachment No. 17 (Part No. 3) Planning Commission Packet - MCN 22-115
Attachment No. 18 (Part No. 3) Public Comments Received
Attachment No. 19 (Part No. 3) Public Hearing Notice
FISCAL IMPACT:
Part No. 1 - None.
Part No. 2 - The project includes a Development Agreement that provides for a public benefit fee of $150,896.25.
Part No. 3 - The project includes a Development Agreement that provides for a public benefit fee of $49,722.00.
MOTION:
Approve staff’s recommendation.