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February 15, 2024 ·9:00 AM Final

City Hall - Art Pick Council Chamber 3900 Main Street, Riverside Live Webcast at: www.RiversideCA.gov/Meeting or www.WatchRiverside.com

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Agenda — 31 items

  1. 1 MISSION STATEMENT The City of Riverside is committed to providing high quality municipal services to ensure a safe, inclusive and livable community Face coverings are strongly recommended. For virtual Public Comment, two options are available: VIA TELEPHONE: Call (669) 900-6833 and enter Meeting ID: 926 9699 1265 Press *9 to be placed in the queue to speak. Individuals in the queue will be prompted to unmute by pressing *6 to speak. VIA ZOOM: Use the following link: https://zoom.us/j/92696991265 Select the "raise hand" function to request to speak. An on-screen message will prompt you to "unmute" and speak. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes. Please follow along via the telephone or Zoom options above to ensure you call in at the appropriate time for your item(s).
  2. 2 Public comments regarding items on this agenda or any matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission can be submitted by eComment at www.RiversideCA.gov/Meeting until two hours before the meeting. Email comments to PC@riversideca.gov. * * * * * * *
  3. 3 Pursuant to the City Council Meeting Rules adopted by Resolution No. 24076, members of all Boards and Commissions and the public are reminded that they must preserve order and decorum throughout the meeting. In that regard, members of all Boards and Commissions, as well as the public participants are advised that any delay or disruption in the proceedings or a refusal to obey the orders of the City Council, Boards and commissions, or their presiding officer constitutes a violation of these rules. The City of Riverside is committed to fostering a respectful workplace that requires all employees and external stakeholders to embrace a culture of transparency and inclusivity. This includes acceptable behavior from everyone; a workplace that provides dignity, respect, and civility to our employees, customers, and the public they serve. City meetings should be a place where all members of our community feel safe and comfortable to participate. While there could be a high level of emotion associated with topics on this agenda, the City would like to set the expectation that all members of the public use language appropriate to a collaborative, professional, and respectful public environment. The City is resolute in its commitment to eliminate any form of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation in the workplace. The City maintains a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, and retaliation in compliance with new harassment and discrimination laws. * * * * * * *
  4. 4 9 A.M.
  5. 5 CHAIR CALLS MEETING TO ORDER
  6. 6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 7 PUBLIC COMMENT
  8. 1 To comment on any matters within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission, you are invited to participate in person or call at (669) 900-6833 and enter Meeting ID: 926 9699 1265. Press *9 to be placed in the queue to speak. Individuals in the queue will be prompted to unmute by pressing *6 when you are ready to speak. To participate via ZOOM, use the following link: https://zoom.us/j/92696991265, select the "raise hand" function to request to speak. An on-screen message will prompt you to "unmute" and speak - Individual audience participation is limited to 3 minutes. 24-0404 ▶ jump to 4:40
  9. 9 CONSENT CALENDAR ▶ jump to 10:00
  10. 2 Minutes of February 1, 2024 24-0409
  11. 3 Record excused the absence of Commissioner Kirby from the January 18, 2024, regular meeting 24-0215
  12. 12 Page Break
  13. 13 PUBLIC HEARINGS
  14. 4 PLANNING CASE PR-2022-001338 (CUP, DR): Proposal by Saeid Shantiyai of LA Design Group, Inc. to consider the following entitlements for the construction of a 3,596 square foot vehicle wash facility: 1) Conditional Use Permit to permit a vehicle wash facility; and 2) Design Review of project plans. The 1.51-acre site consists of three contiguous parcels developed with single family residences, located at 3605, 3619, and 3631 Van Buren Boulevard, situated on the northeast corner of Van Buren Boulevard and Andrew Street, in the CR-SP – Commercial Retail and Specific Plan (Magnolia Avenue) Overlay Zones, in Ward 5. The Planning Division of the Community & Economic Development Department determined the proposal exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 15332 (In-Fill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Contact Planner: Candice Assadzadeh, Senior Planner, (951) 826-5667, cassadzadeh@riversideca.gov 24-0406 ▶ jump to 10:28
  15. 15 Page Break
  16. 5 PLANNING CASE PR-2023-001567 (CUP): Proposal by Sydney Tooker of Amarok LLC, to consider a Conditional Use Permit to permit the installation of a 10-foot-tall, electrified security fence behind an existing fence and wall. The 7.53-acre project site is developed with an equipment sales and rental business and is located at 656 East La Cadena Drive, situated at the northeast corner of East La Cadena Drive and Citrus Street, in the BMP-SP – Business and Manufacturing Park and Specific Plan (Hunter Business Park) Overlay Zones, in Ward 2. The Planning Division of the Community & Economic Development Department determined the proposal exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), Section 15303 (Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and Section 15311 (Accessory Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Contact Planner: Regine Kennedy, Senior Planner, (951) 826-5712, rkennedy@riversideca.gov 24-0430 ▶ jump to 36:02
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  18. 6 PLANNING CASE PR-2023-001568 (CUP): Proposal by Sydney Tooker of Amarok LLC, to consider a Conditional Use Permit to permit the installation of a 10-foot-tall, electrified security fence behind an existing six-foot-tall chain link fence. The 26-acre project site is developed with an equipment sales and rental business (CAT) and is located at 800 East La Cadena Drive, situated on the east side of East La Cadena Drive, between Citrus Street and Oxford Street, in the BMP-SP – Business and Manufacturing Park and Specific Plan (Hunter Business Park) Overlay Zones and I-SP - General Industrial and Specific Plan (Hunter Business Park) Overlay Zone, in Ward 2. The Planning Division of the Community & Economic Development Department determined the proposal exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), Section 15303 (Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and Section 15311 (Accessory Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Contact Planner: Regine Kennedy, Senior Planner, (951) 826-5712, rkennedy@riversideca.gov 24-0431 ▶ jump to 50:13
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  20. 7 PLANNING CASE PR-2023-001570 (CUP): Proposal by Sydney Tooker of Amarok LLC, to consider a Conditional Use Permit to permit the installation of a 10-foot-tall electrified security fence behind an existing six-foot-tall chain link fence. The 2.9-acre project site is developed with a warehouse and outdoor storage, located at 841 Iowa Avenue, situated on the northwest corner of Iowa Avenue and Palmyrita Avenue, in the BMP-SP – Business and Manufacturing Park and Specific Plan (Hunter Business Park) Overlay Zones, in Ward 2. The Planning Division of the Community & Economic Development Department determined the proposal exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), Section 15303 (Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and Section 15311 (Accessory Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Contact Planner: Winnie Liang, Associate Planner, (951) 826-5933, wliang@riversideca.gov 24-0434 ▶ jump to 60:35
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  22. 8 PLANNING CASE PR-2023-001611 (CUP): Proposal by Sydney Tooker of Amarok LLC, to consider a Conditional Use Permit to permit the installation of a 10-foot-tall, electrified security fence behind an existing fence and wall. The 5.62-acre project site consists of three contiguous parcels, developed with an outdoor storage yard business and is located at 1595 Columbia Avenue, situated on the north side of Columbia Avenue, east of the terminus of Paige Drive and Ardmore Street, in the I-SP - General Industrial and Specific Plan (Hunter Business Park) Overlay Zone, in Ward 2. The Planning Division of the Community & Economic Development Department determined the proposal exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), Section 15303 (Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and Section 15311 (Accessory Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Contact Planner: Calora Boyd, Assistant Planner, (951) 826-2371 or cboyd@riversideca.gov 24-0436 ▶ jump to 66:43
  23. 23 Page Break
  24. 9 PLANNING CASE PR-2023-001612 (CUP): Proposal by Sydney Tooker of Amarok LLC, to consider a Conditional Use Permit to permit the installation of a 10-foot-tall, electrified security fence behind an existing fence and wall. The 8.30-acre project site is partially developed with an outdoor storage yard business and is located at 1600 Columbia Avenue, situated at the southeast corner of Columbia and Chicago Avenues, in the I-SP - General Industrial and Specific Plan (Hunter Business Park) Overlay Zone, in Ward 2. The Planning Division of the Community & Economic Development Department determined the proposal exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), Section 15303 (Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and Section 15311 (Accessory Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Contact Planner: Calora Boyd, Assistant Planner, (951) 826-2371, cboyd@riversideca.gov 24-0438
  25. 25 DISCUSSION CALENDAR
  26. 10 Determine whether the absence of Commissioner Rush on January 18, 2024, should be recorded as excused or unexcused 24-0408 ▶ jump to 75:15
  27. 27 COMMUNICATIONS
  28. 11 Items for future Planning Commission consideration as requested by members of the Commission. Only items that fall within the powers and duties of the Planning Commission as set forth in the City Charter and/or the Riverside Municipal Code will be agendized for future discussion. 24-0405 ▶ jump to 76:59
  29. 29 * * * * * * * * * The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 29, 2024, has been cancelled. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 14, 2024.
  30. 30 For live Webcast of the Committee Meeting: RiversideCA.gov/Meeting or WatchRiverside.com
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