For the Planning Commission Meeting of August 6, 2025
TO: Honorable Chairman and Planning Commissioners
APPROVAL: Christina Taylor, Interim Community Development Director
REVIEWED BY: Paul Gonzales, Community Development Manager
FROM: Brian Vazquez, Planning Technician
Title
Conditional Development Permit No. 2024-0022: A request to allow the placement of a small recycling bin (Clothing Donation Bin) within an existing commercial shopping plaza located at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Acacia Avenue (APN: 0130-051-51) within the Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) land use district of the Foothill Central Specific Plan.
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APPLICANT:
TexGreen, Inc., 12335 McCann Drive Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670.
LOCATION:
The project consists of one (1) 2.04-acre parcel of land (APN: 0130-051-51) located at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Acacia Avenue (Refer to the attached Location Map (Exhibit A)).
BACKGROUND:
Surrounding Land Use and Zoning
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Location |
Existing Land Use |
Zoning |
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Site |
Commercial Businesses |
Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in Foothill Central Specific Plan |
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North |
Commercial Businesses |
Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in Foothill Central Specific Plan |
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South |
Single-Family Residences |
Single Family Residential (R-1C) |
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East |
Commercial Businesses |
Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in Foothill Central Specific Plan |
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West |
Commercial Businesses |
Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in Foothill Central Specific Plan |
General Plan Designations
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Location |
General Plan Designation |
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Site |
Specific Plan with a Specific Plan Overlay (Foothill Central SP) |
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North |
Specific Plan with a Specific Plan Overlay (Foothill Central SP) |
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South |
Residential 6 (2.1 - 6.0 dwelling units per acre) |
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East |
Specific Plan with a Specific Plan Overlay (Foothill Central SP) |
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West |
Specific Plan with a Specific Plan Overlay (Foothill Central SP) |
Site Characteristics
The project site is bound on the north by Foothill Boulevard and east by Acacia Avenue. The project site was previously developed for a commercial center with two commercial buildings, parking areas, landscaping, and street access. Current tenants include Black Friday Deals and Chucks Liquor.
Surrounding Area
The properties to the north, across Foothill Boulevard, are commercial businesses zoned as Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in the Foothill Central Specific Plan. The properties to the south are single-family homes zoned as Single-Family Residential (R-1C). The properties to the east, across Acacia Avenue, are commercial businesses zoned as Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in the Foothill Central Specific Plan. The properties to the west are commercial business zoned as Foothill Mixed-Use Zone (FMUZ) in the Foothill Central Specific Plan.
ANALYSIS/DISCUSSION:
Project Proposal
TexGreen, Inc., the applicant, proposes to place a 4-foot by 4-foot small recycling bin for clothes within the parking lot of the project site specifically on the south side of Chuck’s Liquor (Exhibit B). The applicant will empty, clean and maintain the bin at least five (5) times per week, and in case of urgent need will respond within 12 hours to address any issues.
Entitlement Requirements
Per Section 18.108.040. of the Rialto Municipal Code, the placement of a small recycling bin for the purpose of clothing donation requires submittal and Planning Commission approval of a Conditional Development Permit (CDP2024-0022).
Land Use Compatibility
The project is compatible with the Foothill Central Specific Plan, the surrounding uses, and Chapter 18.108 (Regulation of Recycling Facilities) of the Rialto Municipal Code. The project site currently contains retail uses, which are generally compatible with the proposed recycling bin. The project is anticipated to be a benefit to the community by creating a convenient location to donate clothing.
GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY:
The project is consistent with the following goal of the Land Use Element of the Rialto General Plan:
Goal 2-34: Achieve waste recycling levels that meet or exceed State mandates. Achieve maximum waste recycling in all sectors of the community: residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and construction.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
The project is Categorically Exempt from requirement of the California Environmental Act (CEQA) in accordance with CEQA Section 15311 Accessory Structures, which allows for the placement of accessory structures within existing commercial developed properties, such as the project.
PUBLIC NOTICE:
The City mailed public hearing notices for the proposed project to all property owners within 660 feet of the project site, posted public notes at the site and City Hall, and published the public hearing notice in the San Bernardino Sun newspaper as required by State law.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning Division recommends that the Planning Commission:
1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15311, Accessory Structures, of the CEQA Guidelines and direct Staff to file the Notice of Exemption with County of San Bernardino; and,
2. Adopt the attached Resolution (Exhibit C) to approve Conditional Development Permit No. 2024-0022.