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It's been a while since I've seen a sizeable Planning Commission agenda, and the June meeting is set to have at least three major items.
Right out of the gate is Cherry Outpost (Retail Center).
2.1 Cherry Outpost Retail Center Project
Since this is an active development that may come before the city council someday, I have to be doubly cognizant to remain unbiased. I'm just here to share information I got from the agenda.
1) a 4-story, 72-room hotel (45,571 square feet)
2) a gas station complex, including a 4,176-square-foot convenience store with an attached 3,200-square-foot drive-through restaurant, and a 2-position RV fueling area
3) a stand-alone 4,425-square-foot fast food/drive-through restaurant
4) a 5,724-square-foot express car wash with related accessories.
Psst... FYI, last I heard,Tommy's brand is owned by the applicant.
Project Location/Vicinity: The project site encompasses approximately 6.65+ acres and is located at the NWC of Cherry St. & Bundy Canyon Road.
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The project site is comprised of two (2) legal parcels zoned C-H (Commercial Highway) and is currently vacant. There are single family uses both north and east of the site.
Cherry Outpost Sign Program Analysis: The applicant has submitted a master sign program for the proposed retail center for Planning Commission Consideration.
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The sign program meets all code requirements in Chapter 17.180
(Signs) of the WMC. The sign program is provided for Commission consideration in
Attachment F.
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| You guessed it, the carwash is the only future business that is signed to go in, and the same owner already has one approved and underway on Clinton Keith/Stable Lanes (west side of freeway, between the Starbucks and Stadium Pizza). Not to mention one across from the new Kaiser on Wildomar Trail. |
Staff’s recommendation for approval of the sign program is included in PC Resolution No. 2025-10 (Attachment C).
Something to keep in mind
The Planning Commission decision is final, so the CUP would not go to Council if approved by the Planning Commission, unless the decision is appealed.
Without the CUP, the car wash cannot go there.
This is a very weighty agenda item with over 20 attachments. Use the following link to access the agenda item.
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| Each of these is several pages, if not dozens of pages. |
2.2 Development Code Amendment No. 2025-01 (Cannabis Code Amendment)
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| The city council made a few minor modifications to the existing code earlier in the year. The above graphic gives a summary. |
3.3 Request for Direction on the Placement of Metal Shipping Containers as Accessory Structures on Lots or Parcels Not Less Than 1/2 Acre in Size Within the Agricultural and Rural Residential Zones
PROJECT ANALYSIS:
Existing Standards: Metal shipping containers are only permitted on properties of at least 5 acres in certain zones. Containers must comply with setback, height, and aesthetic standards. Conditional use permits (CUPs) may be required in some cases to ensure compatibility with surrounding uses.
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Public Comments and Potential Changes:
- Allowing metal shipping containers on smaller parcels within agricultural and rural residential zones, subject to development standards.
- Implementing conditional use permit (CUP) requirements for containers exceeding a specified size or number.
- Requiring aesthetic enhancements (e.g., painting, screening) to minimize visual impacts.
Pros:
- Provides property owners with additional storage options.
- Supports agricultural uses with secure, weather-resistant storage.
- May reduce unauthorized placement of containers.
Cons:
- Potential for negative visual impact on residential areas.
- Risk of noncompliance or unauthorized container use.
- Possible conflict with residential neighborhood character in rural zones.
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