HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-87 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 02-87
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. DRC2002-00442, THE DESIGN REVIEW OF
109 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS FOR TRACT 14493 AND TRACT 14522 ON
33.27 ACRES OF LAND IN THE LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
(2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) OF THE ETIWANDA NORTH
SPECIFIC PLAN IN THE RANCHO ETIWANDA PLANNED DEVELOPMENT,
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD
AND BANYAN STREET,AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF
—APN: 225-161-11, 12, 45, and 50.
A. Recitals.
1. Young California Homes filed an application for the approval of Development Review
No. DRC2002-00442, 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 11 th day of September 2002; the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting 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 September 11, 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 Day Creek
Boulevard and Banyan Street with a street frontage of 450 feet along Banyan Street and 620 feet
along Day Creek Boulevard,further,the project has a maximum depth of 1,930feet running north to
south from Banyan Street, and a maximum width of 975 feet running east to west from Day Creek
Boulevard, and is presently vacant; and
b. The properties to the north and south of the subject site are vacant. The property
to the west is the Day Creek Channel, and to the east is Day Creek Boulevard; and
C. The property has been rough graded; and
d. The project consists of Tract 14493 (69 Lots) and 40 lots of Tract 14522; and
e. The project falls within the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced meeting 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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DRC2002-00442—YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES
September 11, 2002
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a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. The proposed use 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. An Environmental Impact Report(State Clearinghouse No.8808291)was prepared and
certified by the County of San Bernardino as a Master Environmental Impact Report for the
University/Crest Planned Development. The California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)provides
that once a Master Environmental Impact Report has been certified, no further Environmental
Impact Report or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the scope of the
Master Environmental Impact Report. On October 26, 1999,the County of San Bernardino Board of
Supervisors certified a supplement to the Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse
No. 98121091)because of a revision to the University/Crest Planned Development. In August 1999,
the City of Rancho Cucamonga prepared an Addendum to address issues associated with the
adoption of the Rancho Etiwanda Development Agreement. The Addendum identified no
substantial changes in the project that would require a major revision to the previous Environmental
Impact Report. Based upon the facts and information contained in the certified Environmental
Impact Report,together with all written and oral reports,the Planning Commission finds that there is
no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment.
a. There have not been substantial changes in the project that require major revisions
to the previous Environmental Impact Report because of no new significant environmental effects or
substantial increase in the severity of the previously identified significant effects.
b. There have not been substantial changes with respect to the circumstances under
which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions to the previous Environmental
Impact Report because of the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial
increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects.
C. There is no new information of substantial importance, which was not known and
could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the Environmental
Impact Report was certified as complete, that shows any of the following: 1) the project will have
one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous Environmental Impact Report;
2) significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the
previous Environmental Impact Report; 3)mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not
to be feasible would in fact be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or more significant
effects of the project but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or
alternative; or 4) mitigation measures or alternatives, which are considerably different from those
analyzed in the final Environmental Impact Report, would substantially reduce one or more
significant effects on the environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation
measure or alternative.
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DRC2002-00442—YOUNG CALIFORNIA HOMES
September 11, 2002
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5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 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) Where slope conditions require retaining walls to achieve 15 feet of
usable rear yard area, provide a logical transition to allow access onto
slopes for maintenance purposes, such as stairs, ramps, etc. Final
design shall be to the satisfaction of the City Planner, prior to issuance
of grading permits.
2) Provide a 3-foot minimum landscape area between back of sidewalk
and block walls on all corner and side lots.
3) Driveway slope percentage shall not exceed a maximum of 10 percent.
4) Provide deck treatment upgrades to the rear elevations of all two-story
homes along Day Creek Boulevard and Banyan Street.
Engineering Division
1) All development phases for Tract 14493 require a minimum of two
points of access to surrounding streets. Development shall also be
coordinated with the phasing and construction of off-site major
infrastructure streets and storm drains, on Day Creek Boulevard and
Wilson Avenue.
2) To minimize the tunnel effect, walls along the 8-foot concrete trail
connection in Lot B of Tract 14522 should end at the return walls for
the adjacent houses. Provide gate(s) subject to approval of the City
Engineer.
3) Street trees on interior streets shall be compatible with 2- to 4-foot
planting areas.
4) Corner side yard parkways on Lots 25, 45 and 54 in Tract 14493 and
Lot 12 in Tract 14522 have insufficient planting areas for street trees.
5) If a minimum area for landscaping between the sidewalk and the side
yard wall is not provided at the entry to Tract 14493 (Section H-H on
Conceptual Grading Plan), then 5-foot wall-adjacent sidewalk shall be
installed.
6) Correct the following on the final Grading Plan:
a) Top of slope benches shall be measured from the face of wall,
not the property line, on all sections. Provide 5-feet to daylight
for all footings.
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September 11, 2002
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b) Since the homeowner will be responsible for maintaining the
utility easements on Lot 1 of Tract 14522 (Section N-N),this area
should be clearly part of the lot. Perimeter wall should be on the
tract boundary, not at the top of a 2:1 interior slope.
c) Show the Landscape Maintenance District wall at the top of slope
on Lot A of Tract 14522 (Section U-U).
d) A paved drainage swale, catch basin and pipe, or equivalent, is
required on every lot where a portion of the building protrudes
into the 5-foot minimum side yard setback.
Environmental Mitigation
1) The applicant shall implement all pertinent mitigation measures
adopted in the Master Environmental Impact Report for the Rancho
Etiwanda Planned Development(formerlythe University/Crest Planned
Development) as covered by the Environmental Impact Report and
Subsequent Environmental Impact Report,as certified bythe Countyof
San Bernardino, and Initial Study/Addendum as certified bythe City of
Rancho Cucamonga.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2002.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
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arry T. Ni I, Chairman
ATTEST:
rad Bull creta
I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the 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 11th day of September 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#: DRC2002-00442
SUBJECT: 109 Single-Family Homes
APPLICANT: Young California Homes
LOCATION: Southwest corner Day Creek Boulevard and Banyan Street
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Completion Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, --j—j_
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. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 02-87, Standard —J--L--
Conditions,
J_/_Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities
and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
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, the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, and the Rancho Etiwanda
Development Agreement.
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2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all
Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall
be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided, all trash pick-up shall be for individual units
with all receptacles shielded from public view.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
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 %2-inch 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.
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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 corner side yards, provide minimum 3-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. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the
Development Code and/or Rancho Etiwanda Development Agreement. This requirement
shall be in addition to the required street trees and slope planting.
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6. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be _J_J_
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.
7. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees,
meandering sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required
along Day Creek Boulevard.
8. 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.
9. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
G. Environmental
1. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the Fourth Street Rock
Crusher project in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a
cash deposit on any property.
2. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the City Adopted
Special Studies Zone for the Red Hill Fault, in a standard format as determined by the City
Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property.
3. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the Foothill Freeway
project in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash
deposit on any property.
4. 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.
5. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required
to post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of $719.00 prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory
performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used by the
City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation
measures. Failure to complete all actions required by the approved environmental
documents shall be considered grounds for forfeit.
6. In those instances requiring long term monitoring (i.e.) beyond final certificate of occupancy),
the applicant shall provide a written monitoring and reporting program to the City Planner
prior to issuance of building permits. Said program shall identify the reporter as an individual
qualified to know whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented.
H. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
I. General Requirements
1. Submit five 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 If, 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. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation _/_/_
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
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., DRC2001-00001). The applicant shall comply with
the latest adopted California Codes, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and
regulations in effect at the time of permit application. 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 project or major addition, 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, Transportation Development
Fee, Permit and Plan Check 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 and Safety 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.
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K. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. 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 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. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at
the time of application for grading plan check.
4. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed, —J--/—
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. 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 garage 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
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'.. FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
STANDARD CONDITIONS
FD PLAN REVIEW#: FD-02-0734-A
PROJECT#: DRC2002-00442
FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEM REQUIRED: Fire Sprinklers required to mitigate access in specified structures
LOCATION: West of Day Creek and South of Banyan
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, TO
VERIFY COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Completion Date
PLEASE CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION IMMEDIATELY REGARDING ITEMS IN
SECTIONS "A" THROUGH "E"
A. Outstanding Fire District Issues-Approved on Good Faith
1. The Fire District has previously provided the applicant with comments and technical
requirements for this project. It the applicant has any questions regarding these comments or
requirements they shall contact the Fire Safety Division. These conditions do not represent all
technical requirements for issuance of construction or installation permits for this project. All
comments, corrections, and conditions established by the Fire Safety Division shall be included
in the construction of the project. It is the applicant's responsibility to contact the Fire Safety
Division to resolve any questions.
B. Fire District Fees
1. Incomplete- Unpaid Fees: This project has outstanding unpaid service fees in the amount of
$ 132 that are due and payable at this time. To avoid delays in obtaining construction permits
this matter must be resolved. Please remit payment by credit card or by check made payable
to the"Rancho Cucamonga Fire District. The fees are due for the following development and
planning review services:
a. $132 for Single-family Residential Development
$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 Building and Safety/Fire Construction
Services Unit for review of fire protection system plans and/or any consultant reviews upon
submittal of plans.
C. Community Facilities Districts Annexation
1. There are no Fire District annexation issues for this project.
D. Available Water Supply
1. There are no Fire District water supply or fire flow issues for this project based on one
of the following:
a. The required verification of available water supply has been received.The Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District Water Availability for Fire Protection Form has
been completed by the Water District and submitted to the Fire Safety Division; or
b. The l2roject does not require proof of available water supply or additional fire flow.
E. Fire Access Issues-Approved on Good Faith
1. Inadequate Access: Fire District access as shown on the site plan does not meet minimum
standards. The structure or facility shall be protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler
system or the structure shall be relocated. Changes in the project to meet Fire District standards
may have an impact on the approval of the site access by other agencies.
2. Single-family Residential Dead-end: Dead-end roadways shall not exceed 600-feet in length
measured from the vertical plane of the curb on the cross street to the curb line at the top of the
cul-de-sac.
3. Non-conforming Cul-de-sacs: Dead-end cul-de-sacs in excess of 600-feet, substandard cul-
de-sac radii; i.e., necessitate mitigation by a complete automatic fire sprinkler system installed
throughout the affected building(s). An approved fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any
structure taking access from the affected roadway.
4. There are no outstanding"incompleteness"items related to FD access for this project. For
outstanding technical issues see Section "GR-4" below.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS — Informational, Procedural, Technical, or
Operational and Must be Included, Corrected or Completed As Noted
GR-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply
1. Minimum Fire Flow: The required fire flow for this project is 1500 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. Please see "Water Availability"
attachment for required verification of fire flow availability for the proposed project. Contact
the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
GR-2 Private(On-Site) Water and/or Fire Sprinkler Underground Plans for Fire Protection
1. Exceeds Allowable Distance: When any portion of a facility or building is located more
than 150-feet from a fire hydrant located on a public street, as measured by an approved
route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains capable
of supplying the required fire flow shall be provided. The distance is measured as
vehicular path of travel on access roadways, not line of sight. Contact the Fire Safety
Division (909)477-2770
GR-3 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems-Technical Comments
1. Hazardous Fire Area Installations: The following buildings constructed in the
designated Hazardous Fire Areas (wildland interface areas shall be provided with an
approved automatic fire sprinkler system:
a. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (See Fire
Access Below)
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Access Mitigation: Any structure or building that does not meet minimum Fire District
access requirements shall be protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler
system.
See Fire Access below for deficiency requiring mitigation Contact the Fire Safety
Division 909 477-2770
GR-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Mitigate or Correct Access Problems: Amend the proposed site access to
accommodate Fire District emergency vehicle access or provide Fire District approved
mitigation. Any proposed mitigation measures are subject to the approval of the Fire
District and other agencies having jurisdiction. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)
477-2770
GR-5 Hazardous Fire Area
1. Designated Hazardous Fire Area: This project is located within the"State Responsibility
Area" (SRA), the"Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone'(VHFHSZ), City of Rancho
Cucamonga"Hillside District"or within the area identified on the Rancho Cucamonga General
Plan, Exhibit V-7 as High Probability-High Consequence for Fire Risk. These locations have
been determined to be within the"Hazardous Fire Area"as defined by the Fire District. This
determination is based on maps produced by the California Department of Forestry and Fire
Protection and the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909) 477-
2770
5. Power-operated Equipment Use in a Hazardous Fire Area: Submit a"Fire Prevention
and Control Plan"to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, Fire Safety Division
for review and approval. The plan shall include job location, specific fire tools to be
maintained on-site, person(s) responsible for supervising the project (on-site), method of
reporting a fire (cell phone, etc.), City or County Permit Number, contractors license
number, address, telephone number, etc.
6. Fire District Approval Required for Equipment Use: No power-operated equipment,
including mobile, stationary, or portable, shall be used without Fire Safety Division written
approval.
7. Combustible Vegetation: During the declared 'lire season"or at any other time when
ground litter and vegetation will sustain combustion permitting the spread of fire, contact
the Fire Protection District during normal business hours to determine if"special fire
protection measures"are required to operate power equipment. Call (909) 477-2770,
Monday through Thursday, between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The purpose of the call is to
determine if extreme fire weather conditions are present or expected to occur.
8. Special Fire Protection Required: "Special fire protection measures" include, but are not
limited to;
a. A stand-by water tender with operating pump; tested and maintained fire hose and
nozzles.
b. Pre-wetting of the site to avoid the production of sparks, i.e., contact between
blades or tracks and rocks, etc.
c. The Fire District requires the contractor to maintain a firewatch for a minimum of
one-hour following cessation of operations each day.
d. For welding, cutting or grinding clear away all flammable material from the area
around such operation for a minimum distance of 10-feet. A"hot-work'permit will
be required.
e. Maintain one serviceable round point shovel with an overall length of not less than
forty-six (46) inches and one five (5) gallon backpack water pump-type fire
extinguisher fully equipped and ready for use at the immediate area during the
operation.
f. Contact the Fire Safety Division 909 477-2770
GR-6 Fuel Modification/Hazard Reduction Plan (Required Notes for All Plans)
1. Hazardous Fire Area: 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. Required Landscaping Plans: 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 three(3)published references. Refer to the
following web site http://www.ucfl)l.ucop.edu/I-Zone/XIV/vegetati.htm for additional
information. The plant palette shall include the common name for all vegetation. The
landscaping plan shall identify all native species proposed for retention.
6. Single-family In-fill Projects: 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 defensible space. Provide a minimum thirty(30)foot space for slopes less than 15%
and a minimum one hundred(100)feet space for slopes of 15%or more. Show proposed
and/or existing vegetation. Refer to the following web site for further information-
http://www.ucfpl.ucop.edu/I-Zone/XIV/veoetati.htm.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.
GR-7 Single-family Residential Sales Models
Minimum Access and Water: Residential sales model homes require approved Fire District
vehicle access and water supply from a public or private water main system.
GR-12 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with
1997/98 Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical Code; Health and
Safety Code; Public Resources Code; and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD32, Guidelines
and Standards.
NOTE: In addition to the fees due at this time please note that separate plan check fees for
tenant improvements,fire protection systems and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed
at time of submittal of plans.
GR-14 Alternate Materials and Methods
The Fire Safety Division will review requests for alternate materials and methods within the
scope of our authority. The request must be submitted on the Fire District"Application for
Alternate Method"form along with supporting documents. Contact the Fire Safety Division at
(909)477-2770 for assistance.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF GRADING PERMIT- For Each Development Phase
1. Model Homes- Required Plans: Prior to issuance of any grading permit please identify
the lots selected for construction of residential sales models on a scaled site plan. Include
the location of required fire hydrants and fire district access roadways. The site plan shall
be submitted to the Fire Safety Division for approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division
(909) 477-2770
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. Public Fire Hydrants: 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. On the plan show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-
foot radius of the project. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Fuel Modification Plan-Initial Inspection: Prior to the issuance of a building permit,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. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
3. Combustible Construction Letter-Required Letter: 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.