HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-02 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 02-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2001-00618, A DESIGN REVIEW OF BUILDING
ELEVATIONS AND DETAILED SITE PLAN FOR 70 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS
ON 47.9 ACRES OF LAND IN THE VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
(1-2 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF ETIWANDA AND SUMMIT AVENUES, IN THE ETIWANDA
SPECIFIC PLAN, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -
APN: 225-171-05, 12, 13, 20, 22 AND 25.
A. Recitals.
1. Pacific Crest Communities filed an application for the approval of Development Review
DRC2001-00618 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Development Review request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 9th day of January, 2002, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing
on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting on January 9, 2002, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located at the southwest corner of Etiwanda and
Summit Avenues with a street frontage of approximately 2,800 feet on Etiwanda Avenue and a lot
depth of 1,360 feet and is presently vacant; and
b. The propertyto the north of the subject site is developed with single-family homes,
the property to the south is vacant, the property to the east is developed with single-family homes,
and the property to the west is currently under construction for single-family homes; and
C. The project is designed in conformance with the Very Low Residential standards of
the Etiwanda Specific Plan; and
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
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January 9, 2002
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a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. The proposed design is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and
the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed project,togetherwith all
written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the approval of Tentative
Tract Map SUBTT16147,the project is in substantial conformance with the approved Tentative Tract
Map. Therefore, no additional environmental assessment was conducted with the
Design/Development Review. The Planning Commission approved the Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT16147 on January 10, 2001, which included an Environmental Assessment, Mitigated
Negative Declaration, and Mitigation Monitoring Plan. This application was substantially consistent
with the approved Tentative Map; therefore, no further environmental review was deemed
necessary.
5. Based upon findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this
Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below
and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Planning Division
1) The decorative perimeter walls and fences along Summitand Etiwanda
Avenues shall incorporate large river rock stone pilasters in its design.
The river rock stone pilasters shall be developed at a minimum of
30 inches squared.
2) Open fences less than 4 feet in height may be permitted within the
setback area along Etiwanda Avenue (setback area is 30 feet average,
25 feet minimum) subject to providing adequate sight line visibility for
residents exiting onto the streets.
3) No cabanas or RV structures shall be constructed by the developer in
the proposed corral locations.
4) The applicant shall provide a final noise study to address potential
noise impacts and proper mitigation measures relating to the nearby
210 Freeway.
5) The applicant shall lower the finish pad elevation fo Lot 22 one foot and
Lot 24 two feet.
6) All applicable Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT16147 and Conditional Use Permit DRCCUP 00-49 shall apply.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 02-02
DRC2001-00618 — PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES
January 9, 2002
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Engineering Division
1) All Conditions of Approval per Planning Commission Resolution 01-03
for Tract 16147 shall apply.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF JANUARY 2002.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
— //�"4'L,
arty T. cNiel, Chairman
A>--Brad
Bull creta
I, Brad Buller, cretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,do hereby
certifythatthe foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed,and adopted bythe
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 9th day of January 2002, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2001-00618
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW OF BUILDING ELEVATIONS AND DETAILED SITE PLAN OF 70
SUBJECT: SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS
APPLICANT: PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITIES
LOCATION: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF ETIWANDA AND SUMMIT AVENUES
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
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A. General Requirements
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City,
its agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action
but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all
Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and
construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the
date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which
include site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign
program, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein,
Development Code regulations, and the Etiwanda Specific Plan.
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2. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
3. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or
approved use has commenced, whichever comes first.
4. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development
Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in
effect at the time of building permit issuance.
5. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall
be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of
concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City
Planner. For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in
underground vaults.
6. Street names shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval in accordance with the
adopted Street Naming Policy prior to approval of the final map.
7. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
8. A detailed plan indicating trail widths, maximum slopes, physical conditions, fencing, and
weed control, in accordance with City Master Trail drawings, shall be submitted for City
Planner review and approval prior to approval and recordation of the Final Tract Map and
prior to approval of street improvement and grading plans. Developer shall upgrade and
construct all trails, including fencing and drainage devices, in conjunction with street
improvements.
a. Local Feeder Trails (i.e., private equestrian easements)shall, at a minimum, be fenced
with two-rail, 4-inch lodgepole "peeler" logs to define both sides of the easement;
however, developer may upgrade to an alternate fence material.
b. Local Feeder Trail entrances shall also provide access for service vehicles, such as
veterinarians or hay deliveries, including a 12-foot minimum drive approach. Entrance
shall be gated provided that equestrian access is maintained through step-throughs.
C. Local Feeder Trail grades shall not exceed 0.5% at the downstream end of a trail for a
distance of 25 feet behind the public right-of-way line to prohibit trail debris from
reaching the street. Drainage devices may be required by the Building Official
d. Provide a 24-foot by 24-foot corral area in the rear yard. Grade access from corral to
trail with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of 10 feet.
e. For single family residential development within the Equestrian/Rural Overlay District,
at least one model home shall be provided with a constructed 24-foot by 24-foot corral
with appropriate fencing.
9. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall not prohibit the keeping the
equine animals where zoning requirements for the keeping of said animals have been met.
Individual lot owners in subdivisions shall have the option of keeping said animals without the
necessity of appealing to boards of directors of homeowners' associations for amendments
to the CC&Rs.
10, The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the
Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering
Divisions and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or
prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be
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provided to the City Engineer. The Homeowners' Association shall submit to the Planning
Division a list of the name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and
every year and whenever said information changes.
11. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property
owner, homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this
landscape maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and
approved prior to the issuance of building permits.
12. The developer shall submit a construction access plan and schedule for the development of
all lots for City Planner and City Engineer approval; including, but not limited to, public notice
requirements, special street posting, phone listing for community concerns, hours of
construction activity, dust control measures, and security fencing.
13. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a double
wall condition would result, the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the
adjoining property owners to provide a single wall. Developer shall notify, by mail, all
contiguous property owner at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing walls/fences
along the project's perimeter.
14. For single family residential development, a 2-inch galvanized pipe shall be attached to each
support post for all wood fences, with a minimum of two %cinch lag bolts, to withstand high
winds. Both post and pipe shall be installed in an 18-inch deep concrete footing. Pipe shall
extend at least 4 feet, 6 inches above grade.
15. Wood fencing shall be treated with stain, paint, or water sealant.
16. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link
to maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
17. On comer side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk.
18. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
19. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be
manufactured products.
D. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
Details shall be included in building plans.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. Multiple car garage driveways shall be tapered down to a standard two-car width at street.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home
landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed
landscape architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance
of building permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier
in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading
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plans. The location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for
transplanted trees shall be shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall
follow all of the arborist's recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and
trimming methods.
3. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than
2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for
erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation
system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or
greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their
appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area,
1-gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground
cover. In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope
shall also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees
and shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope
planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by
the developer prior to occupancy.
5. For single family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be
continuously maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each
individual unit is sold and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those
units, an inspection shall be conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in
satisfactory condition.
6. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the
Development Code and/or Etiwanda Specific Plan. This requirement shall be in addition to
the required street trees and slope planting.
7. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be
included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and
approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be
required by the Engineering Division.
8. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees,
meandering sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required
along Etiwanda Avenue.
9. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on
the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
11. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
12. New windrow planting of Eucalyptus Maculata (Spotted Gum) is required at a ratio of 50
linear feet per acre. The size, spacing, staking, and irrigation of these trees shall comply with
the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance (RCMC 19.08.100).
G. Environmental
1. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits. The final report shall discuss the level of interior noise
attenuation to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided,
and if appropriate, verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will be
checked for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report.
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H. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
I. General Requirements
1. Submit four complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and
size of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number (i.e., TT #, CUP #, DR #, etc.) clearly identified on
the outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils
report. Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check
submittal.
3. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
4. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
5. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and submittal requirements.
J. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number (i.e., CUP 98-01). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code,
National Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the
Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential dwelling unit(s) or major addition to
existing unit(s), the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees
may include, but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,
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Transportation Development Fee, Permit and Plan Checking Fees, and School Fees.
Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division
prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, after tract/parcel map recordation
and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
K. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separation(s).
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
L. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, City
Grading Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in
substantial conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. The final grading plan and appropriate certification reports shall be completed, submitted,
and approved by the Building and Safety official prior to the issuance of building permits.
4. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more
of combined cut and fill. The Grading Plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a
California Registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
M. Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors.
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be
used.
3. All garages or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
N. Windows
1. All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be
lifted from frame or track in any manner.
O. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED FIRE SAFETY DIVISION CONDITIONS.
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STANDARD CONDITIONS
FD PLAN REVIEW#: FD-01-0548-A
PROJECT#: DRC2001-00618
PROJECT NAME: Carriage Estates II
DATE: November 19, 2001
PLAN TYPE: SFR Tract
APPLICANT NAME: Carriage Estates II, LLC
OCCUPANCY TYPE:
FLOOR AREA(S): Greater than 3,600 s.f.
TYPE CONSTRUCTION: Type V-N
LOCATION: SWC Summit Avenue and Etiwanda Avenue
FD REVIEW BY: Steve Locati, Fire Protection Planning Specialist
PLANNER: Kirt Coury
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2770,
EXT. 3009, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
The following conditions of approval represent the minimum standard for approval of the project as submitted.
These conditions are based on the plans submitted and may not include all Fire District requirements for the
proposed project. Changes in the project may result in additional or changed Fire District requirements. Please
make the necessary changes or corrections prior to resubmitting for review. Prior to approval by the Planning
Division a plan to assure compliance with all conditions and/or corrections must be accepted by the Fire Safety
Division. All Fire District conditions and comments must be addressed before construction permits can be issued.
Contact the Fire Safety Division to schedule an appointment to verify compliance. Items identified as "Required
Note" shall be included on plans resubmitted to the Planning Division.
A. Community Facilities Districts
1. Please provide verification that that the project has been annexed into the Community Facilities
District. This information would be found on your Title report.
B. Water Plans for Fire Protection
1. Prior to issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit a plan showing the locations of all
new public fire hydrants for the review and approval by the Fire District and the Water District.
2. The required fire flow for this project shall be 1750 gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure
of 20 pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A,
as amended. For planning purposes one fire hydrant is required per 1000 gallons of required fire flow.
3. The required fire flow shall be delivered by fire hydrants located in accordance with Fire Code
Appendix III-B, as amended.
4. Public fire hydrants located with a 500-foot radius of the proposed may be used to provide the required
fire flow subject to Fire District review and approval. Private fire hydrants on adjacent property shall
not be used to provide required fire flow.
5. All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable prior to delivering any
combustible building materials on-site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Water District personnel
shall inspect the installation and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit test
report to the Fire Safety Division.
6. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional test of the on-site fire hydrants shall be conducted by
the builder/developer in the presence of the Water District or Fire Construction Services, as
appropriate. The builder/developer shall submit the final test report to the Fire Safety Division.
7. Existing fire hydrants and mains within 600 feet of the project shall be shown on the water plan
submitted for review and approval. Include main size.
8. Required Note: Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, all fire hydrants shall have a
blue reflective pavement marker indicating the fire hydrant location on the street or driveway in
accordance with Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and City of Rancho Cucamonga
Engineering Standard Plan 134, "Installation of Reflective Hydrant Markers." On private property these
markers are to be maintained in good condition by the property owner.
C. Water Availability
1. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide evidence of adequate fire flow.
The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Water Availability for Fire Protection Form shall be
signed by the Water District and submitted for approval by the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
District. If sufficient water to meet fire flow requirements is not available, an automatic fire
extinguishing system may be required in each structure affected by the insufficient flow.
D. Fire Access
1. Roadways and Fire Lanes: Prior to issuance of any grading permits, the applicant shall submit and obtain
approval of plans for all public and/or roads, streets and courts from the Fire District in consultation with
the Grading Committee. The plans shall include the plan view, sectional view, and indicate the width of
the street or court measured flow line to flow line. All proposed fire apparatus turnarounds shall be clearly
marked when a dead-end street exceeds 150 feet or when otherwise required. Applicable CC&R's, or
other approved documents, shall contain provisions that prohibit obstructions such as traffic calming
devices (speed bumps, humps, etc.), control gates, bollards, or other modifications in fire lanes or access
roadways without prior written approval of the Fire District, Fire Safety Division.
2. Required Note: Emergency access, a minimum 26 feet in width and 14 feet, 6 inches in height shall be
provided and maintained free and clear of any obstructions at all times during construction, in accordance
with Fire District Standards.
3. New single-family dwellings shall post the address with minimum 4-inch numbers on a contrasting
background. The numbers shall be internally or externally illuminated during periods of darkness. The
numbers shall be visible from the street. When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100
feet, additional 4-inch numbers shall be displayed at the property entry.
E. Hazardous Fire Area
1. Projects located in the State Responsibility Areas (SRA), or the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
(VHFHSZ) are within the "Hazardous Fire Area" as defined by the Fire District. State Law requires
notification to be made. Prior to the recordation of a subdivision map, the subdivider shall place a note on
the map stating the project is located within the State Responsibility Area or the Very High Fire Hazard
Severity Zone, as appropriate, due to wildland exposure. The note is subject to the approval of the Fire
District and is based on SRANHFHSZ maps produced by the California Department of Forestry and Fire
Protection.
2. Required Note: Hazardous Fire Area Development- Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the
applicant shall meet all requirements for development and construction within the Hillside District,the Very
High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ), and the State Responsibility Area (SRA). This may include
increased street widths, on-site water supplies, fire-resistive construction, Class A roof assemblies, fire
sprinklers, etc., contained in the Fire Safety Overlay District Standards.
F. Fuel Modification/Hazard Reduction Plan (Required Note for All Maps and Plans)
1. This project is located in the "Hazardous Fire Area" based on proximity to or exposure urban —wildland
interface. Mitigation measures are required. The building(s) shall be constructed in accordance with the
standards contained in the San Bernardino County Fire Safety Overlay District-Area FR-1 or Area FR-2
2. Landscaping plans shall be submitted to the Fire Safety Division for review of proposed vegetation. All
groundcover, shrubs, plants, and trees are required to be fire-resistive in accordance with published
references. The plant palette shall include the common name for all vegetation. The landscaping plan
shall identify all native species proposed for retention.
3. Prior to the issuance of a preliminary grading or building permit, the applicant shall obtain the Fire District
approval of a preliminary fuel modification/hazard reduction plan and program. The plan(s) shall be
prepared by an individual or firm qualified and experienced in wildfire hazard mitigation planning.
4. Prior to the issuance of any precise grading or building permit, the applicant shall obtain Fire District
approval of a final fuel modification/hazard reduction plan and program. The plan shall indicate the
proposed means of achieving an acceptable level of risk to the structures by vegetation.
5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit or Certificate of Occupancy, the developer shall have completed,
in cooperation with the Fire District, that portion of the approved fuel modification/hazard reduction plan
determined to be necessary by the Fire District before the introduction of any combustible materials into
the project area. Approval is subject to final on-site inspection.
6. Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the remainder of the fuel modification/hazard
reduction plan shall be installed. The Fire District shall inspect and approve the completed fuel
modification areas. Further, the installed fuel modification plant pallet shall be established to a degree
meeting the approval of the Fire District. The CC&R's shall contain provisions for maintaining the fuel
modification zones, including the removal of all dead and dying vegetation subject to (annual) triennial
inspections.
7. Phased projects or temporary fuel modification plans must meet the requirements for permanent plans and
be approved by the Fire District.
8. For a single-family dwelling project located in the Hazardous Fire Area, a simplified landscaping/fuel
modification plan may be acceptable. The plan shall detail the minimum thirty (30) foot minimum
defensible space and proposed and/or existing vegetation. The Fire District can provide a single page
sheet of standardized notes for inclusion on the construction plans. Call (909)477-2770 to obtain a copy,
and to determine if your project is eligible.
G. Combustible Construction Letter
1. Required Note: Prior to the issuance of a building permit for combustible construction, the builder shall
submit a letter to the Fire District on company letterhead stating that the minimum water supply for fire
fighting purposes and the all-weather fire protection access roadway that meets Fire District Standards
shall be in place and operational before any combustible material is placed on-site. The roadway shall be
maintained at all times.
H. Fire District Service Fees"
1. The following fees may be applicable to this project and are being identified at this time to assist the
applicant in planning for future costs. Other comments in this letter identify fire protection features or other
required installations subject to approval by the Fire District. The fees for these additional plan reviews are
to be paid at the time plans submitted. When the required plans are submitted the following fees will be
assessed by the Fire Safety Division: "
a. $66 Preliminary Vegetation Management/Fuel Modification Plan (Includes SFR In-fill lots)
b. $66 Final Vegetation Management/Fuel Modification Plan and Inspection (Subdivision)
C. $66 Fire District Access Review(Includes Fire Lane Plans)
d. $132 for Single-family Residential Tract(per phase)
e. $132 for Water Plan Review for Public Fire Protection
Plus a microficheAaser-fiche fee of $1.00 per plan sheet for all final plans approved by the Fire Safety
Division.
` Note: Separate plan check fees will be assessed by the Fire Construction Services unit for review of tenant
improvement work, fire protection systems (fire sprinklers, alarm systems, fire extinguishing systems, etc.),
and/or any consultant reviews upon submittal of plans.
2. The following service fees are due to the Fire District and payable at this time:
a. $132 for Single-family Residential Tract(per phase)
b. $ 132-Total due at this time. Remit payment by check made payable to the"Rancho Cucamonga
Fire District."
Plus a microficheAaser-fiche fee of $1.00 per plan sheet for all final plans approved by the Fire Safety
Division.
'Note: Separate plan check fees will be assessed by the Fire Construction Services unit for review of
tenant improvement work, fire protection systems (fire sprinklers, alarm systems, fire extinguishing
systems, etc.),and/or any consultant reviews upon submittal of plans.
I. Plan Submittal Required Notice
1. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997/98 Building, Fire,
Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD32, Guidelines
and Standards.
Fire District Conditions of Approval-Template
SL 10/24/01 Revision