Sec. 30-645. - Design guidelines. — Fontana Zoning Code

The following Fontana Auto Center Overlay District Design Guidelines set forth conceptual design sketches for prominent areas within the overlay district. The design guidelines address the following key areas within the auto center overlay district:

(1)

Gateway corner treatments—Corner of Sierra Avenue and South Highland Avenue;

(2)

Auto center corner treatment for the Northwest corner of Sierra Avenue and South Highland Avenue;

(3)

Planning area 2 corner treatment;

(4)

South Highland Avenue design concepts;

(5)

South Highland Avenue monument signs;

(6)

South Highland Avenue vehicle display pads;

(7)

Freeway edge treatment—View from the Freeway;

(8)

Freeway edge treatment—Pilaster design;

(9)

Pilaster design within 90 feet of South Highland Avenue.

In addition to these conceptual design sketches, these design guidelines contain a landscape plant palette (Appendix A), and an exterior lighting study (Appendix B). The plant palette sets forth guidelines for plantings at main intersections, near entry monuments, and along the 210 Freeway right-of-way. It also provides color photographs of the trees, plants and shrubs included in the plant palette. The exterior lighting study sets forth suggested lighting guidelines and restrictions, common area lighting strategies and specifications for lighting fixtures.

Gateway corner treatments

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Auto center corner treatment—Northwest corner of Sierra Avenue and South Highland Avenue

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South Highland Avenue design concepts—View looking west within the auto center

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South Highland Avenue monument signs—Name brand signs

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South Highland Avenue vehicle display pads

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Freeway edge treatment—View from the Eastbound Foothill Freeway

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Pilaster design within 90 feet of South Highland Avenue

DIVISION 6. - WAREHOUSING DISTRIBUTION/LOGISTICS OVERLAY DISTRICT (SIERRA AVENUE)

Sec. 30-646. - Warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district regulations.

(a)

Applicability. The provisions of this division may be applied to any property with a general plan land use designation of regional mixed use (RMU), and a zoning designation of regional mixed use (R-MU), located on the east side of Sierra Avenue and north of Interstate 210 (I-210) as identified in Figure 1.

Figure 1

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(b)

Relation to underlying zoning. The warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district is a flexible designation that is intended to apply in conjunction with, or as an alternative to the provisions in the underlying zoning. When utilized in conjunction with the underlying zone, if the provisions of this division are in conflict with the provisions of the underlying zoning district, the provisions of this division shall apply.

(c)

Intent. The intent of the warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district is to provide for the limited, well planned and orderly development of warehousing distribution/logistic uses on properties within the R-MU zone located on the east side of Sierra Avenue, north of Interstate 210 (I-210), and south of Casa Grande Drive. Additionally, the further intent of this overlay district is to eliminate or adequately mitigate adverse impacts on the community related to such developments and, therefore, projects taking advantage of the overlay development regulations shall be required to provide access to Mango Avenue, thereby limiting and/or prohibiting access onto Sierra Avenue, unless otherwise approved by the Planning Commission and/or the City Council.

(d)

Access. In line with Section 30-646(c), to further ensure the intent of the warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district, Mango Avenue, a collector street as classified in the City's general plan circulation master plan, shall be required to be constructed from Casmalia Avenue to Summit Avenue prior to the establishment of any proposed project-level development, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. This requirement is to provide an alternate route to Sierra Avenue for properties within the overlay district as a connection to Interstate 210 (I-210). For the purpose of this section, Mango Avenue need not be developed to its ultimate right-of-way width but must otherwise be constructed to a minimum roadway width to provide for two-way truck traffic and any other circulation needs such as maintenance vehicle turn outs, emergency vehicles, etc., as determined by the City Engineer.

(Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20)

Sec. 30-647. - Uses permitted.

(a)

General. Any use permitted in the underlying zoning district shall be permitted in the warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district, subject to Section 30-647(b).

(b)

Warehousing distribution/logistics. The following warehousing distribution/logistics uses require a conditional use permit (CUP):

(1)

Warehousing, standard;

(2)

Warehousing, with distribution;

(3)

Warehousing, high-cube;

(4)

Similar uses as determined by the Director of Community Development to be compatible pursuant to Article II, Division 16, Other Uses to be Determined by the Director of Community Development.

(c)

Prohibited uses. The following uses are specifically prohibited:

(1)

Any use not permitted in the underlying zoning district;

(2)

Multi-family dwellings;

(3)

Senior housing;

(4)

Day care/child care;

(5)

Day care/child care 24-hour;

(6)

Other uses deemed incompatible by the Director of Community Development pursuant to Article II, Division 16, Other Uses to be Determined by the Director of Community Development.

(Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20)

Sec. 30-648. - Zone change required.

An application for a change of zone to establish the warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district on one or more parcels eligible to receive the overlay, shall be filed with the Planning Division pursuant to Article II, Division 7 of this Code.

(Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20)

Sec. 30-649. - Design review or administrative site plan review required.

Any development proposal within the warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district shall be subject to a design review or administrative site plan review process pursuant to Article II, Divisions X and XI et seq. of this Code.

(Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20)

Sec. 30-650. - Development standards and design guidelines.

(a)

General. The development standards and design guidelines in this division shall be minimum requirements for warehousing distribution/logistics type uses. Those standards and guidelines not fully addressed in this section shall be as otherwise stated in the appropriate section(s) of the Fontana Municipal Code, including, but not limited to, Section 30-479 et seq., Section 30-520 et seq., Section 30-664 et seq., and Section 30-679 et seq. of this Code. When this division provides for discretionary authority on the part of the Director of Community Development, Planning Commission, or City Council, that discretion may be exercised to impose more stringent requirements, if deemed necessary, to accomplish the overall intent/objective of the warehousing distribution/logistics overlay district.

(b)

Minimum lot size.

(1)

The minimum lot size shall be four acres.

(c)

Lot dimensions.

(1)

The minimum lot dimensions shall be:

Minimum width of 300 feet.

Minimum depth of 300 feet.

(d)

Maximum building height.

(1)

The maximum building height shall be 60 feet.

(e)

Maximum lot coverage.

(1)

The maximum lot coverage shall be 50 percent.

(f)

Floor-area ratio (FAR).

(1)

The maximum base FAR shall be 0.50.

(g)

Building setbacks. All required yard areas (setbacks) shall be clear of all structures and other required site features such as parking areas, loading areas, fire lanes, etc., and shall be landscaped and maintained in a neat, healthy, aesthetically pleasing condition in accordance with the landscaping provisions of this division. Due to the lot configuration and depth of parcels eligible to receive the overlay district, for the purpose of this division, all buildings are assumed to be fronting on Sierra Avenue.

(1)

Minimum front yard setbacks.

a.

The minimum front yard setback for Sierra Avenue shall be 40 feet.

b.

The minimum front yard setback for Casa Grande Avenue shall be 40 feet.

c.

The minimum front yard setback for Mango Avenue shall be 15 feet.

d.

The minimum front yard setback for lots abutting local streets shall be 15 feet.

(2)

Minimum rear yard setbacks.

a.

The minimum rear yard setback for parcels abutting Sierra Avenue shall be 40 feet.

b.

The minimum rear yard setback for parcels abutting Casa Grande Avenue shall be 40 feet.

The minimum rear yard setback for parcels abutting Mango Avenue shall be 15 feet.

d.

For lots abutting R-MU zoning districts, or any residential district, the minimum rear yard setback shall be 40 feet. For lots abutting C-2 zoning districts, the minimum rear yard setback shall be 15 [feet]. This setback may be increased to provide an appropriate separation between uses in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare if alternative means of providing separation are not practical.

(3)

Minimum interior side yard setbacks.

a.

The minimum side yard setback for parcels abutting Sierra Avenue shall be 40 feet.

b.

The minimum side yard setback for parcels abutting Casa Grande Avenue shall be 40 feet.

c.

The minimum side yard setback for parcels abutting Mango Avenue shall be 15 feet.

d.

For lots abutting M-1 zoning districts, or any residential district, the minimum interior side yard setback shall be 40 feet. For lots abutting C-2 zoning districts, the minimum interior side yard setback shall be 15 [feet]. This setback may be increased to provide an appropriate separation between uses in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare if alternative means of providing separation are not practical.

(h)

Parking and drive aisle setbacks (yard areas).

(1)

Street yard (measured from property line).

a.

The minimum setback for lots abutting Sierra Avenue shall be 40 feet.

b.

The minimum setback for lots abutting Casa Grande Avenue shall be 40 feet.

The minimum setback for lots abutting Mango Avenue shall be 15 feet.

The minimum setback for lots abutting local streets shall be 15 feet.

(2)

Rear yard.

a.

The minimum setback for lots abutting Sierra Avenue shall be 40 feet.

b.

The minimum setback for lots abutting Casa Grande Avenue shall be 40 feet.

The minimum setback for lots abutting Mango Avenue shall be 15 feet.

The minimum setback for lots abutting local streets shall be 15 feet.

e.

(3)

Interior side yard.

a.

For lots abutting R-MU zoning districts, or any residential district, the minimum interior side yard setback shall be 20 feet. For lots abutting C-2 zoning districts, the minimum interior side yard setback shall be 15 [feet]. This setback may be increased to provide an appropriate separation between uses in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare if alternative means of providing separation are not practical.

(i)

Parking location. Off-street parking shall be located at the rear of the building, but may be considered elsewhere if its use is to further set back buildings from adjacent and/or surrounding sensitive uses (e.g., residential uses across a public right-of-way). Furthermore, visitor and/or employee parking may be located at the front of the building adjacent to the main entry. Service and loading areas may be located at the sides and rear of the building, except where such building sides are adjacent to a public right-of-way.

(j)

Parking and loading requirements. The following are regulations for off-street parking and loading. They identify required number of parking and loading spaces for all new development projects and those proposing substantial modifications to existing buildings. For all parking and loading-related information or regulations not specifically addressed in this section, refer to Section 30-679 et seq. of this Code.

(1)

General parking and loading requirements.

a.

Methods of calculation.

1.

Multiple uses. If more than one use is located on a site, the total number of required off-street parking and loading spaces shall be the sum of the requirements for the various uses computed separately. If individual uses on the same site have a floor area less than that for which loading spaces would be required, then the total gross floor area of all uses on the site or lot shall be used in determining the required number of loading spaces.

2.

Fractional number. Whenever the computation of the required number of off-street parking or loading spaces results in a fractional number, one additional space shall be required for a fraction of .5 or more, but shall not be required for a fraction of .4 or less.

b.

Off-site location. Required off-street parking spaces shall be located on the same parcel as the use that they are intended to serve, unless reciprocal parking and access agreements are recorded between multiple parcels on the same site.

c.

Shared use facility. Required off-street parking and loading spaces may be considered as providing parking or loading spaces for another use where joint facilities serving more than one use contain no less than the total number of spaces deemed necessary for each individual use added together with other uses. Where adjoining uses on the same site have different hours of operation with minimal conflict, the Director of Community Development may

determine that some or all of the same spaces may be counted as satisfying the requirements for both uses, provided that the number of spaces shall not be less than the number prescribed for the use requiring the greater number.

(2)

Required number of parking spaces.

a.

Each land use shall provide the number of off-street parking spaces indicated in Table 1—Parking Requirements by Land Use, except as otherwise may be determined by the Director of Community Development per Section 30-650(j)(1)(c) above.

Table 1—Parking Requirements by Land Use

Land Use	Motor Vehicle Spaces (Minimum #) GFA—Gross Floor Area	Bicycle Spaces (Minimum #)
Distribution, Wholesaling and Warehousing Uses
Logistics and Distribution Facilities (High Cube)	Vehicle Parking: 1 space/1,000 sq. ft. GFA for the frst 20,000 sq. ft.; 1 space/2,000 sq. ft. for the second 20,000 sq. ft.; 1 space/5,000 sq. ft. for that portion over 40,000 sq. ft. No add'l spaces if ofce area less than 10% of total building square footage. Ofce space rate if ofce area over 10% of total building square footage.	None
Warehousing Facilities	1 space/1,000 sq. ft. GFA for the initial 40,000 sq. ft.; 1 space/4,000 sq. ft. of additional GFA greater than 40,000 sq. ft.; 4 spaces/1,000 sq. ft. GFA of ofce space. Where multiple tenants and or uses occupy the same building, the parking shall be calculated based upon the foor area used by each tenant or use Trailer Parking: 1 trailer space 12 feet x 52 feet for every four bay doors for buildings 199,999 square feet and smaller (round up to nearest whole number). 1 oversized trailer space (12 feet x 52 feet)/5,000 sq. ft. GFA* for buildings 200,000 square feet and larger for the entire building square footage; Parallel parking for trailers (12 x 80 feet) may be utilized as required trailer parking for up to 25 percent of required spaces when demonstrated as usable trailer parking. The area in front of the bay doors and knock out doors shall not be utilized as required trailer parking. *Truck docks and knock out doors shall not be included in this calculation.	None

(3)

Required number of loading spaces.

a.

Each land use shall provide the number of off-street parking spaces indicated in Table 2—Loading Space Requirements by Land Use. Requirements for uses not specifically listed shall be determined by the Director of Community Development based upon the requirements for comparable uses and upon the particular characteristics of the proposed use. For other standards (e.g., size of loading spaces, location, turning radius, etc.), refer to Section 30-704 et seq. of this Code.

Table 2—Loading Space Requirements
Land Use	Loading Spaces (Minimum #)	Type
Distribution, Wholesaling and Warehousing Uses
Warehousing Facilities	5,000—30,000 sq. ft.: 1 space; and 1 additional space for each additional 30,000 sq. ft.	Tractor Trailer

Note: A tractor trailer loading space shall be a minimum of 12 feet wide by 70 feet long with a minimum 14 feet overhead clearance.

(k)

Fences, walls, and screening. The following are standards and guidelines for fences, walls, and screening.

(1)

Heights. Fences and walls may not exceed eight feet in height when located in a required side or rear yard, and may not exceed three and one-half feet in height when located in any required setback adjacent to a street. In the latter case, however, a fence with a maximum height of eight feet as measured from the sidewalk elevation may be permitted where required for security purposes. Such fencing shall not interfere with or obstruct the line-of-sight for motorists. Incidental outdoor storage areas, and loading areas and doors shall be screened from the public right-of-way by an eight foot high solid block masonry wall (see Table 3). Additional screening may be required and shall not interfere with or obstruct the line-of-sight for motorists.

Table 3—Standards for Fences, Walls, and Screening
Location	Materials(1)	Maximum Height(2)
Within front setback area	Solid fencing/wall	42 inches
	Open fencing/wall	6 ft.
Within street side setback area	Solid fencing/wall	42 inches

Within interior side setback area	Solid fencing/wall	8 ft.
Within rear setback area	Solid fencing/wall	8 ft.
Screening of incidental outdoor storage from view from the public right-of-way	Solid fencing/wall	8 ft.

Note(s):

(1) All fences and walls shall be finished on both sides with a decorative material (e.g., stucco, split-face, and/or slump stone).

(2) All fences and walls shall not interfere with or obstruct the line-of-sight for motorists.

(2)

All warehousing distribution/logistics uses adjoining or abutting a residential zoning district shall be screened by a solid masonry wall not less than eight feet in height. However, in the front yard area abutting the residential lot, the wall may be lower as determined through the site plan review process.

(3)

Electric fences, barbed wire fencing, chain link, wood and/or similar fencing materials are prohibited.

(4)

Fences and walls shall be compatible in terms of design and materials with the main structures on the site.

(5)

Roof-mounted and ground-mounted mechanical equipment, utilities, storage, and solid waste storage areas shall be screened from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way by a visual barrier (e.g., wall, fence, landscape material, etc.) to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.

(6)

No loading bays shall be permitted facing Sierra Avenue or Casa Grande Avenue to eliminate noise and negative visual impacts.

(7)

All loading bays shall be completely screened, and a sight-line analysis shall be taken from public right-of-way(s) to demonstrate such screening of all bays. Such analysis shall at a minimum contain a site plan and cross section graphics demonstrating the line of sight from the right-of-way to the loading areas at six feet above the right-of-way surface at three points: The centerline of the right-of-way and the property lines on either side of the right-of-way. The graphics shall be to scale, fully dimensional, and contain all building elevations, berms, walls, landscaping, setbacks, fences, and other structures as they are being proposed to be built.

(8)

All incidental storage of materials, including trucks, shall be screened from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way by a visual barrier (e.g., wall, fence, etc.) to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development. Furthermore, such storage shall not be located on any required parking area.

(l)

Building orientation.

(1)

All buildings shall be sited and oriented to reduce noise, light and glare, visual and other conflicts. For example, loading areas shall be located in areas where noise from such operations will not adversely impact adjacent, noise sensitive uses.

(2)

Placement of the industrial buildings shall provide the most aesthetic public views. Open work areas shall be located away from public views.

(m)

Landscaping.

(1)

Landscaping shall be used alone or in conjunction with other features (e.g. open space buffer, topography) to reduce potential visual and light and glare conflicts.

(2)

Landscape setbacks along public rights-of-way shall incorporate landscape buffers with undulating and variable height earth-mounding (berms), and/or low walls, preferably in a three-tier planting design.

(n)

Design guidelines. The design guidelines in this subsection shall apply to all warehousing distribution/logistics projects within the overlay district. Those design guidelines not fully addressed in this section shall be as otherwise stated in the appropriate section(s) of this Code, including, but not limited to, Section 30-479 et seq., Section 30-520 et seq., Section 30-664 et seq., and Section 30-679 et seq. of this Code.

(1)

Site design.

Site layout.

1.

The arrangement of multiple buildings and associated circulation, and parking areas should reflect a well-organized site plan.

2.

Site development may utilize variations on building placement and landscaping when located near a public street.

3.

The design and location of accessory buildings (e.g., security kiosks, maintenance buildings, and outdoor equipment enclosures) shall be incorporated into and be compatible with the overall design of the project and the main buildings on the site.

4.

With the exception of security kiosks, accessory buildings shall be located as far back from the front and street side yard setback area as possible.

5.

Sea/train-type metal containers are prohibited.

6.

Incidental outdoor storage, work, and loading areas shall be incorporated within the building design and located to the rear or side of buildings unless such building side(s) are adjacent to a public street where it would be prohibited.

b.

Courtyards and plazas.

1.

Buildings should be arranged to create opportunities for open space amenities (e.g., plazas, courtyards, outdoor eating areas, etc.). See Figure 2.

Figure 2

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(2)

Building orientation.

The organization of buildings, parking areas, and landscaping shall recognize the existing characteristics of the site and shall relate to the surrounding development in scale and character.

b.

Buildings should be oriented in a manner that takes advantage of passive solar design.

c.

Buildings shall be oriented to provide a buffer between sensitive uses (i.e. residential, schools, parks, and medical facilities) and outdoor work areas, loading, and incidental storage.

(3)

Site elements.

Fences and walls.

1.

Walls and fencing materials shall consist of wrought iron, tubular steel, stone, stucco, or brick, and shall be compatible with the overall design character/style of the development. The use of chain-link fence and similar materials is prohibited. See Figures 3 and 4.

Figure 3

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Figure 4

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Walls and fences shall be integrated with landscaping along the base of the wall or fence.

3.

Wall heights and surfaces shall be articulated with varying facade depths or pilasters to promote architectural interest, and shall include a cap along the top of the wall.

4.

Landscaping shall be used in combination with walls and fences to visually soften blank surfaces and to deter graffiti. Additionally, all walls shall have an anti-graffiti coating to further deter graffiti, to the satisfaction of the City. See Figure 5.

Figure 5

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Screening.

Loading bays and service areas shall be completely screened from public right-of-way(s) by building placement and/or decorative walls. Landscaping may be used in addition to such building placement and/or walls, but shall not be the sole means of screening. A sight-line analysis shall be taken from public right-of-way(s) to indicate screening of all items.

2.

Trash storage enclosures and outdoor mechanical equipment shall be completely screened from public view.

Roof-mounted equipment shall be screened from public view through use of parapet walls or other approved screening devices. Special consideration shall be given to the screening of roof-mounted equipment on building rooftops that are visible from the public right-of-way. See Figure 7.

Figure 7

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c.

Lighting.

1.

Outdoor lighting plans shall take into consideration the location and potential growth pattern of nearby trees (existing and planned) so that appropriate lighting levels are maintained over time.

2.

Energy efficiency shall be considered through use of proper light location and placement, as well as use of energy-efficient bulbs and/or fixtures.

3.

Lighting fixtures shall include hoods or other design techniques to reduce glare and light pollution, especially along major streets, and to prevent light spillover onto adjacent properties.

4.

Lighting shall be provided in project entryways, walkways, and parking lots to promote safety.

5.

Lighting may be mounted on poles or bollards, affixed to building walls, or placed within paved or landscaped areas. Appropriate materials and construction methods shall be used to ensure proper function of project lighting fixtures.

6.

Decorative light fixtures shall be consistent with the architectural design of the building.

7.

Truck and truck trailer parking areas shall incorporate lighting to increase real and perceived security.

(4)

Parking and access.

a.

Parking.

1.

Parking lots shall not be the dominant visual element on the site.

2.

Surface parking areas shall integrate trees and landscape improvements to reduce the heat island effect and to promote better visual aesthetics.

Large parking lots (usually over 100 spaces) shall be divided into multiple, smaller areas and provided with canopy trees located throughout the parking area to reduce the effects of heat and the visual impacts of large parking areas.

4.

Parking lot design shall include water quality storm water facilities consistent with City standards. See Figure 8.

Figure 8

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Access.

1.

The use of common (shared) access points and driveways is required for all service and loading areas pursuant to Traffic Engineering's Standard Plan No. 701 Access Management Requirements, to reduce curb cuts along streets. Additionally, placement of vehicle access points close to building entries shall be avoided to minimize pedestrian and vehicular conflicts.

2.

Entry drives shall be clearly marked by special features, (e.g., enhanced paving, prominent landscape features, low-level decorative walls, and welldesigned monument-type signs). See Figure 9.

Figure 9

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(5)

Architecture.

Mass and scale.

1.

The mass and scale of the buildings shall respect the visual and physical relationship to the adjacent buildings and surrounding sensitive uses. Taller building elements shall be placed towards the center of the site, with lower elements adjacent to surrounding properties.

2.

Buildings shall be stepped back when adjacent to or in close proximity to sensitive uses (e.g. residential, schools, etc.).

3.

Vertical and horizontal offsets shall be provided to reduce the visual bulk of the building. See Figure 10.

Figure 10

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Building facades.

1.

Building facades shall incorporate architectural elements such as windows, pillars, and wall plane breaks to minimize blank walls, to create visual interest, and to reduce the opportunity for graffiti.

2.

All building elevations, whether front, side, or rear shall be architecturally detailed.

3.

Architectural accents (e.g., cornices, tiles, trim around windows, grooves in building faces, accent band details, bulkheads, etc.) shall be used to create variation along building facades. See Figure 11.

Figure 11

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Roofs shall be designed as an integral component of building form, mass, and facade. Building form shall be enhanced by sloped or offset roof planes, eave heights, and rooflines. See Figure 12.

Figure 12

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Colors and materials.

1.

Colors and materials for all structures on-site should consist of earth tones. Use of different colors and materials or textures is strongly encouraged.

2.

Building materials shall be durable and able to withstand long-term exposure to the elements.

3.

Large expanses of smooth material (e.g., concrete) shall be broken up with expansion joints, reveals, or changes in texture and color.

(6)

Landscaping.

a.

Landscaping shall be in scale with adjacent structures, streets, and public spaces, and be sized appropriately when fully grown.

Landscaped areas should incorporate a three-tiered planting system:

Ground cover and flowering plants;

Shrubs and vines; and,

Trees.

c.

Development on corner lots shall be enhanced with a combination of specimen trees, accent plantings, upgraded perimeter wall surfaces, hardscape treatments and landscape lighting adjacent to the street intersection.

d.

Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance trees, vines, and groundcovers shall be used on-site. Drip irrigation systems shall be installed to ensure the highest possible level of water conservation.

e.

Setbacks adjacent to sensitive uses shall include dense landscaping to provide visual screening and noise attenuation.

Landscaped berms along site edges shall be used to screen parking, loading and service areas and to serve as a sound reduction measure. See Figure 13.

Figure 13

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Surface parking lots shall be well-landscaped to reduce heat island effect and visually reduce the expanse of paved area.

Pervious paving materials are strongly encouraged for sidewalks, pathways, and parking lots or other paved surfaces on-site.

An automatic irrigation system using current equipment and technology shall be provided for planted areas.

Run-off retention and on-site water filtration/stormwater treatment features and bioswales should be a part of the overall landscape design, and can also serve as buffering methods for adjacent businesses. See Figure 14.

Figure 14

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k.

Trees shall be selected and placed to provide canopy and shade for walkways, pedestrian open spaces, and parking areas.

Tree and shrub planting shall be in large masses.

m.

Plant material selected shall be suited to the specific soil and micro climatic conditions.

(Ord. No. 1667, § 3(Exh. A), 8-14-12; Ord. No. 1830, § 8(Exh. A), 6-9-20; Ord. No. 1865, § 8(Att. 2), 3-23-21)

DIVISION 7. - EMERGENCY SHELTER OVERLAY DISTRICT

Sec. 30-651. - Emergency shelter overlay district (ESO) regulations.

(a)

Applicability. The provisions of this division shall apply to light industrial (I-L) land use designations and specific plan industrial land use designations as specified in Figure 1.

Figure 1

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(b)

Relation to underlying zoning. The emergency shelter overlay district is a flexible designation that is intended to apply in conjunction with, or as an alternative to the provisions in the underlying zoning. When utilized in conjunction with the underlying zone, if the provisions of this division are in conflict with the provisions of the underlying zoning district, the provisions of this division shall apply.

(c)

Intent. The intent of the emergency shelter overlay district is to provide for supportive and transitional housing uses on specific properties within the light industrial (I-L) and general industrial (I-G) general plan use designations. Additionally, the further intent of this overlay district is to allow emergency shelters without a conditional use permit or other discretionary permit in accordance with Government Code § 65583. Recognizing the need for available and affordable sites for establishment of emergency shelters and other transitional housing types outside of the traditional locations in commercial districts, the emergency shelter overlay district provides areas and districts for the development of new emergency and supportive housing to be integrated with

commercial and light industrial uses and existing social services throughout the City. The purpose of the designated boundaries (area of applicability) is to maximize the potential for provision of emergency shelter and support services throughout the City of Fontana.

(d)

Definitions.

Emergency shelters. The California Health and Safety Code (§ 50801(e)) defines "emergency shelter" as housing with minimal supportive services for homeless persons that is limited to occupancy of six months or less by a homeless person. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inability to pay.

Single room occupancy. Typically, a single-room occupancy (SRO) unit is a multiple tenant building that houses one or two people in individual rooms (sometimes two rooms, or two rooms with a bathroom or half bathroom), or to the single room dwelling itself. SRO tenants typically share bathrooms and/or kitchens, while some SRO rooms may include kitchenettes, bathrooms, or half-baths. Most SRO units are small, with a gross floor area of less than 400 square feet. Each dwelling unit is restricted to occupancy by no more than two persons and is offered on a monthly rental basis or longer.

Supportive housing. Under the housing element law, supportive housing is defined as housing with no limit on length of stay that is occupied by a target population, and that is linked to onsite or offsite services that assist the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community (California Health and Safety Code § 50675.14(b)).

ortive housing is defined as housing with no limit on length of stay that is occupied by a target population, and that is linked to onsite or offsite services that assist the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community (California Health and Safety Code § 50675.14(b)).

Transitional housing. The California Health and Safety Code (§ 50675.2) defines "transitional housing" and "transitional housing development" as buildings configured as rental housing developments, but operated under program requirements that call for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at some predetermined future point in time, which shall be no more than six months. This definition of transitional housing does not encompass all transitional housing facilities, particularly those that operate as group quarters or community care facilities that charge fees rather than rents.

(Ord. No. 1932, § 4(Exh. A), 12-12-23; Ord. No. 1982, § 4(Exh. A), 2-24-26)

Sec. 30-652. - Administrative site plan review required.

Any development proposal within the emergency shelter overlay district shall be subject to an administrative site plan review process pursuant to Article II, Division 10 et seq. of this Code.

Sec. 30-653. - Emergency shelters.

The following standards shall be required for development or establishment of emergency shelters in the ESO district:

The following development standards shall apply.

(1)

Density of residents. The maximum resident density shall be one resident per 150 square feet. Facilities operated independently of the City of Fontana by private organizations or other government, or quasigovernment organizations, shall be limited to a maximum of 50 residents.

(2)

Number of staff. The facility shall be staffed with one staff person per 15 occupied beds and shall be awake during the hours of operation.

(3)

On-site manager. The shelter must have at least one on-site manager at all times during hours of operation.

(4)

Distance requirements. The distance between emergency shelters shall be a minimum of 300 feet. No emergency shelter shall be located within 300 feet of any public park and/or school.

(5)

Security. The emergency shelter shall provide a security plan that ensures the safety of the residents, visitors and employees. The plan shall be reviewed by the Chief of Police or his designee and shall include, but is not limited to, the following:

a.

Color, security surveillance system with recording capability; unless otherwise approved in writing by the Chief of the Fontana Police Department, the security system shall include surveillance cameras capable of recording interior and exterior common areas, in color, 24 hours per day. All recordings shall be retained for a minimum of 30 days.

b.

On-site security guard(s), the number of security guards shall be based on the following ratio of one guard for every ten patrons.

Adequate external lighting shall be provided for security purposes. The lighting shall be stationary, directed away from adjacent properties.

(6)

Laundry facility. The shelter shall provide on-site laundry facilities or services adequate for the number of residents.

(7)

Outdoor activities. Any emergency shelter adjacent to a residential use shall limit outdoor activities to the following hours: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday.

(8)

Signage. No signs are permitted on the property relating to its use as a shelter for the homeless unless approved in writing by the Planning Director;

(9)

Bathroom facilities. Each emergency shelter shall provide facilities for personal care (i.e., bathroom and shower facilities).

(10)

Toilets. No outdoor toilets are allowed on the site unless during construction or a special event;

(11)

Shelter provider. The agency or organization operating the emergency shelter shall comply with the following requirements:

a.

Staff and services shall be provided to assist residents of the shelter in obtaining permanent housing and income;

b.

A written management plan including, as applicable, provision for staff training, neighborhood outreach, security, screening of residents to ensure compatibility with services provided at the facility, and for training, counseling, and treatment outreach programs for residents;

(12)

Facility layout. Living, dining, and kitchen areas shall be physically separated from sleeping areas.

(13)

Sleeping area. Each emergency shelter shall provide at least 30 square feet of sleeping area per bed.

(14)

Litter and graffiti. The owner/operator shall:

a.

Maintain the exterior of the premises, including signs and accessory structures, free of litter and graffiti at all times;

Provide for daily removal of trash from the premises and abutting sidewalks or alleys within 20 feet of the premises; and

Remove graffiti within 48 hours of written notice from the City.

(15)

Controlled access. The facility and/or the premises shall be accessed by one entrance.

(16)

Property maintenance. The agency shall ensure that the facility is clean and litter-free at all times. The grounds shall be landscaped with materials which are compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and maintained in a trim and weed-free state. The structure shall be painted and maintained such that it is compatible with structures existing in the surrounding neighborhood.

(17)

Facility shall not provide "walk in" services for new or prospective residents. Operators shall strictly enforce a "no walk-in/no walk-out" policy for facility guests and residents. Details regarding the management and enforcement of this policy shall be provided in the facility's operations and management plan, subject to the review and approval of the Planning Director.

(Ord. No. 1708, Exh. A, § 6, 10-28-14; Ord. No. 1982, § 4(Exh. A), 2-24-26)

Sec. 30-654. - Transitional housing facilities.

The following development standards shall apply.

(1)

Establishment. A management plan form shall be obtained, completed in detail, and returned to the City of Fontana's Housing Manager for review and approval. The transitional housing program management plan is a detailed analysis of how an agency intends to operate and maintain a transitional housing facility in accordance with existing City ordinances and the criteria contained in this section.

(2)

Qualifications. The applicant shall be a qualified agency with knowledge, understanding, and demonstrable experience in the operation and management of a transitional housing facility.

(3)

Client screening. The agency should establish a screening process, similar to standard renting procedures, which includes letter(s) of reference, verification of employment, and determination of tenant ability to pay rent. The tenants should agree to participate in the daily maintenance of the transitional housing facility, and in an orientation/training process provided by the facility aimed at promoting their transition toward stability.

(4)

Maximum client stay. Clients should be limited to a maximum stay of six months.

(5)

Rent structure. The facility shall provide transitional housing below the median rent level within the City of Fontana.

(6)

(7)

Agency services. The agency shall identify in the management plan the services which are available to clients off-site, and shall demonstrate the client's ability to transport one's self to the site where services are provided.

(Ord. No. 1708, Exh. A, § 6, 10-28-14; Ord. No. 1982, § 4(Exh. A), 2-24-26)

Sec. 30-655. - General development standards and design guidelines.

(a)

General. The development standards and design guidelines in this division shall be minimum requirements for emergency shelters, supportive and transitional housing type uses. Those standards and guidelines not fully addressed in this section shall be as otherwise stated in the appropriate section(s) of the Fontana Municipal Code, including, but not limited to, Section 30-664 et seq., and Section 30-679 et seq. of this Code.

Table 30-655.A.

Lot Dimensions, Building Height and Maximum Intensity

Feature	Standard
Minimum lot size	The minimum lot size shall be 20,000 square feet
Lot dimensions	Minimum width of 150 feet
	Minimum depth of 150 feet
Maximum building height	The maximum building height shall be 100 feet
Maximum lot coverage	The maximum lot coverage shall be 60%
Floor-area ratio (FAR)	The maximum base FAR shall be 0.50

(b)

division. Setback may be increased to provide an appropriate separation between uses in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare if alternative means of providing separation are not practical.

Table 30-655.B

Yard Area-Building Setbacks

Table 30-655.B Yard Area-Building Setbacks
Yard	Standard
Minimum front yard setbacks	25 feet
Minimum rear yard setbacks	25 feet
Minimum interior side yard setbacks	15 feet
Minimum corner/street side yard setback	15 feet

(c)

Parking and loading requirements. Off-street parking shall be located at the rear or side of the building, but may be considered elsewhere at the discretion of the Director of Community Development. Visitor parking may be located at the front of the building adjacent to the main entry. Service and loading areas may be located at the sides and rear of the building, except where such building sides are adjacent to a public right-of-way.

(d)

Parking. The following are regulations for off-street parking and loading. They identify required number of parking and loading spaces for all new development projects and those proposing substantial modifications to existing buildings. For all parking and loading-related information or regulations not specifically addressed in this section, refer to Section 30-679 et seq. of this Code.

Table 30-655.C

Minimum Number of Parking Spaces Required

Use	Facility Parking	Staf Parking	Guest Parking	Bike Rack	Loading Spaces
Emergency Shelter	1 space per fve beds	1 space per employee	1 space per ten beds	5 spaces	1 Truck space
Supportive Housing	1 space per room, family or resident	1 space per employee	1 space per three room, family or resident	5 spaces	1 Van space
Transitional Housing	1 space per room, family or resident	1 space per employee	1 space per three room, family or resident	5 spaces	1 Van space

(1)

Parking and access.

a.

Parking lots shall not be the dominant visual element on the site.

b.

Surface parking areas shall integrate trees and landscape improvements to reduce the heat island effect and to promote better visual aesthetics.

c.

Parking lot design shall include water quality storm water facilities consistent with City standards. See Figure 1.

Figure 1

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(e)

Fences, walls, and screening. The following are standards and guidelines for fences, walls, and screening.

Table 30-655.D

Standards for Fences, Walls and Screening

Table 30-655.D Standards for Fences, Walls and Screening
Location	Materials	Maximum Height
Within front setback area	Solid wall	42 inches
	Wrought iron or tubular steel	6 ft.
Within street side setback area	Solid wall	8 ft.
Within interior side setback area	Solid wall	8 ft.
Within rear setback area	Solid wall	8 ft.
Screening of incidental outdoor storage from view of the public right-of-way	Solid wall	8 ft.
Notes: (1) All fences and walls shall be fnished with decorative material (e.g., stucco, split-face, and or slump stone) when visible from the public right-of-way. (2) All fences and walls shall not interfere with or obstruct the line-of-sight for motorists. (3) Screening walls must meet the design standards of Section (n)(3)(a).

(1)

Fences and walls.

a.

b.

Walls and fences shall be integrated with landscaping along the base of the wall or fence.

c.

Wall heights and surfaces shall be articulated with varying facade depths or pilasters to promote architectural interest, and shall include a cap along the top of the wall.

d.

Figure 2

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(f)

Landscaping. Those standards and guidelines not fully addressed in this section shall be as otherwise stated in the appropriate section(s) of the Fontana Municipal Code, including, but not limited to, Section 30-664 et seq., of this Code.

(1)

Landscaping shall be used alone or in conjunction with other features (e.g. open space buffer, topography) to reduce potential visual and light and glare conflicts.

(2)

(3)

Landscaping shall be in scale with adjacent structures, streets, and public spaces, and be sized appropriately when fully grown.

(4)

Landscaped areas should incorporate a three-tiered planting system:

Ground cover and flowering plants;

b.

Shrubs and vines; and,

c.

Trees.

(g)

Site design.

(1)

Courtyards and plazas.

a.

Buildings should be arranged to create opportunities for open space amenities (e.g., plazas, courtyards, outdoor eating areas, etc.).

(2)

Building orientation.

a.

The organization of buildings, parking areas, and landscaping shall recognize the existing characteristics of the site and shall relate to the surrounding development in scale and character.

b.

Buildings should be oriented in a manner that takes advantage of passive solar design.

Buildings shall be oriented to provide a buffer between sensitive uses (i.e. residential, schools, and parks).

(3)

Site elements.

a.

Screening.

1.

Loading areas shall be completely screened from public right-of-way(s) by building placement and/or decorative walls. Landscaping may be used in addition to such building placement and/or walls, but shall not be the sole means of screening. A sight-line analysis shall be taken from public right-ofway(s) to indicate screening of all items.

2.

Trash storage enclosures and outdoor mechanical equipment shall be completely screened from public view.

3.

Roof-mounted and ground-mounted mechanical equipment utilities, storage, and storage areas shall be screened from public right-of-way by a visual barrier (e.g., wall, fence, landscape material, parapet walls etc.) or other approved screening devices. Special consideration shall be given to the screening of roof-mounted equipment on building rooftops that are visible from the public right-of-way. See Figure 3.

Figure 3

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(4)

Lighting.

a.

Outdoor lighting plans shall take into consideration the location and potential growth pattern of nearby trees (existing and planned) so that appropriate lighting levels are maintained over time.

b.

Energy efficiency shall be considered through use of proper light location and placement, as well as use of energy-efficient bulbs and/or fixtures.

c.

Lighting fixtures shall include hoods or other design techniques to reduce glare and light pollution, especially along major streets, and to prevent light spillover onto adjacent properties.

d.

Lighting shall be provided in project entryways, walkways, and parking lots to promote safety.

e.

Decorative light fixtures shall be consistent with the architectural design of the building.

(5)

Architecture.

a.

Mass and scale.

1.

2.

Buildings shall be stepped back when adjacent to or in close proximity to sensitive uses (e.g. residential, schools, etc.).

3.

Vertical and horizontal offsets shall be provided to reduce the visual bulk of the building.

Building facades.

1.

2.

All building elevations, whether front, side, or rear shall be architecturally detailed.

3.

Architectural accents (e.g., cornices, tiles, trim around windows, grooves in building faces, accent band details, bulkheads, etc.) shall be used to create variation along building facades.

4.

Roofs shall be designed as an integral component of building form, mass, and facade. Building form shall be enhanced by sloped or offset roof planes, eave heights, and rooflines.

(Ord. No. 1708, Exh. A, § 6, 10-28-14; Ord. No. 1865, § 8(Att. 2), 3-23-21)

DIVISION 8. - FIRE HAZARD OVERLAY DISTRICT

Sec. 30-656. - Fire hazard overlay district regulations.

(a)

Applicability. The fire hazard overlay provisions shall apply in areas so designated on the current general plan land use map. The fire hazard overlay shall initially be based on the 2008 very high fire hazard severity zones map from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal FIRE) and on such other subsequent maps or evidence as deemed appropriate by the City.

(b)

Purpose. The fire hazard overlay district is created to provide greater public safety to City residents and structures in areas prone to wildfires, by establishing development standards for these areas.

(c)

Fuel modification zone plan. Each new tentative tract map application, tentative parcel map application, or design review application within the overlay zone shall include a fuel modification zone (FMZ) plan, plotted to the same scale as the preliminary grading plans and site plans, showing all fuel modification areas as required. The fuel modification zone plan shall be submitted as part of a project concurrently with the aforesaid entitlement applications, to the Community Development Department and shall be reviewed and deemed acceptable by the Fontana Fire Protection District prior to such applications being approved. The fuel modification zone plan shall address the standards referenced in Section 30-658 below, and shall contain the following items:

(1)

The natural ungraded slope contour of the land within the project and in the areas adjacent to the project; and

(2)

Locations of all onsite as well as offsite fuel modified areas; and

(3)

Fire department access to the project and access to the fuel modified area as described in Section 30-658; and

(4)

The treatment and maintenance of all fuel modified areas; and

(5)

The soil erosion and sediment control measures to alleviate permanent scarring and accelerated erosion, if required; and

(6)

A legend with symbols of all fire resistive landscape plant materials used.

(7)

When applicable, a landscaping and irrigation plan shall be submitted for the fuel modification zone.

(d)

Construction plans. Each new building permit application for a new single family and multifamily dwelling, or any other new construction project within a residentially zoned property, shall include the information required in Section 30-656(c)(1) through (7) above, either on a grading plan, a site plan, or a separate fuel modification zone plan as part of the project concurrently with building construction plans. Such information shall be reviewed and approved by the Fontana Fire Protection District prior to such permits being issued.

The fuel modification zone shall be installed prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy.

(e)

Fire protection district standards. The Fire Chief or Fire Marshal of the Fontana Fire Protection District shall have the authority to create local guidelines and standards that pertain to the types of acceptable vegetation and maintenance of fuel modification zones, as well as requirements for fire access roadways and fire protection systems within the fire hazard overlay.

(f)

Additions, alterations, enlargements, or reconstructions. When an area of an addition, alteration, enlargement or reconstruction of an existing structure equals or exceeds 50 percent of the existing square footage of the structure, the construction requirement provisions of this Section 30-656 shall apply to the entire structure impacted by such addition, alteration, enlargement, or reconstruction.

(g)

Definitions. In addition to the definitions contained in this Title, the words and phrases set forth below, shall, for the purposes of this division, be given the following meaning, unless the content clearly requires otherwise:

Development perimeter means the portion of a development that is nearest the limits or boundary of the development project and nearest any surrounding undeveloped natural or maintained open space. The location of the development perimeter for each development project shall be determined by the Fontana Fire Protection District.

Fuel modification zone means a portion of land, between the perimeter of a development and undeveloped land or open space; where combustible vegetation has been removed, modified by cutting or thinning, or partially or totally replaced with approved fire-resistant plant material in order to provide a level of protection to structures from wildfires.

Fire protection plan means a development project specific plan or study that is prepared by a consultant approved by the Fontana Fire Protection District Fire Chief or Fire Marshal. The fire protection plan shall address fire protection impacts and recommended mitigation, as part of an "Alternate Protection Measures" submittal per Section 30-656(e)(3).

(Ord. No. 1972, § 3(Exh. A), 7-22-25)