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Yucaipa commission approves architectural design for 258‑unit apartment project amid concern over density and public notice
Summary
The Yucaipa Planning Commission on Dec. 17 approved an architectural review for a proposed 258‑unit multifamily complex (including 31 low‑income units under the state density bonus), while several commissioners raised concerns that a prior general‑plan amendment and state density bonus rules allowed the unit increase without a new public hearing.
The Yucaipa Planning Commission voted to approve the architectural design and site layout for a proposed 258‑unit multifamily complex between 2nd and 3rd Street north of County Line Road, after a staff presentation and a round of commissioner questions.
Staff planning consultant Kenny Taylor told the commission the project — on approximately 8.39 acres — would total 258 dwelling units, including 31 low‑income units (about 15% of units) provided under the state density bonus law. Taylor said the project would include eight 3‑story buildings, a contemporary Mediterranean exterior, and a maximum building height of 41 feet 2 inches; the design includes clubhouse amenities, a pool, playground, dog park and other on‑site open space. Parking on the site was described as 365 spaces (273 standard and 92 compact). Taylor advised the commission that because the matter is an administrative land‑use compliance…
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