HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-75 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-75
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. DRC2003-00237, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A TWO
STORY, 180,080 SQUARE FOOT DEPARTMENT STORE (ROBINSON'S
MAY) WITHIN THE VICTORIA GARDENS REGIONAL CENTER IN THE
MIXED USE DISTRICT OF THE VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN, LOCATED
NORTH OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, SOUTH OF CHURCH STREET,
BETWEEN DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND THE 1-15 FREEWAY, AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF—APN 0227-161-48 AND 49;
0227-171-36; 0227-201-35 AND 45 THRU 48; AND 0227-211-30 AND 39
THRU 43.
A. Recitals.
1. May Design and Construction filed an application for the approval of Development Review
DRC2003-00237 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 14th day of May 2003, 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 May 14, 2003, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located within the Victoria Gardens Regional
Center to be accessed via the internal circulation system of the Center that is connected to Day
Creek Boulevard, Church Street, and Victoria Gardens Lane and is presently vacant with remnant
vineyards; and
b. The surrounding property is vacant and occupied by remnant vineyards with Day
Creek Boulevard under construction to the west, Church Street under construction to the north, the
1-15 Freeway to the east, and Foothill Boulevard to the south; and
C. The project is designed with 360-degree architectural quality consistent with the
design objectives of the Development Code; and
d. The project will provide the community and surrounding region with a conveniently
accessible retail service; and
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e. The project is part of the master planned Victoria Gardens Regional Center and
thus exhibits compatibility with the planned surrounding circulation system and 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:
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
Victoria Community Plan 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 the Victoria Community Plan; 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. The City Council approved the overall Victoria Gardens Regional Center via entering into
a Development Agreement and a Development Disposition Agreement with the applicant, and by
approving a Tentative Parcel Map and Victoria Community Plan Amendment on February 20, 2002.
The City Council adopted a Project Environmental Impact Report as environmental clearance for
these agreements and entitlements. The current Development Review application is consistent with
the scope of work and type of development analyzed by the Project EIR. Furthermore, there have
been no changes in the circumstances surrounding the project nor has new information surfaced to
indicate that the project would have substantial environmental impacts beyond those discussed in
the EIR. Therefore, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is necessary based upon the findings as
follows:
a. The project is within the scope of that evaluated by the Project Environmental
Impact Report for the Victoria Gardens Master Plan, Development Agreement,Tentative Parcel Map,
and Development Disposition Agreement as certified by the City Council on February 20,2002(State
Clearinghouse No. 20010301028); and
b. There have been no substantial changes made either to the project or the
circumstances surrounding the project since the City Council certified the Project Environmental
Impact Report on February 20, 2002; and
C. No new information of substantial importance has arisen since the Project EIR was
certified to indicate that the project would have significant effects not discussed in the EIR orthat the
mitigation measures imposed are infeasible.
5. Notwithstanding any other provision or condition in this Resolution, nothing herein shall
be interpreted as a waiver or modification of the approved Development Agreement and Master Plan
for Victoria Gardens, and in the event of any conflict between this Resolution and the Development
Agreement or the Master Plan,the Development Agreement or Master plan shall supersede and be
controlling.
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6. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 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) Provide dense landscaping on the northern and southern ends of the
utility enclosure near the southeast comer of the building. Include vine
planting trained to climb the enclosure walls.
2) Provide a bench or other pedestrian oriented fixture at the base of the
east side of the utility enclosure wall and provide a decorative shade
overhang element above.
3) Relocate the proposed bus bay east of the southeast comer of the site
to provide more room for landscaping to screen the loading dock. If
relocation is infeasible, then provide as dense as possible landscaping
in this area to achieve this screening effect.
4) The metal canopies over the main customer entrances shall be
extended further out over the sidewalk/entrance.
5) The building surfaces on the north elevation that may be exposed
during the interim between construction of the Robinson's May store
and the two mall shops on the north side shall be painted/treated in a
visually attractive fashion. A suggestion would be to paint the exposed
surfaces to represent a facsimile of the future mall shops that will be
built there.
6) Roof equipment and ground-mounted equipment shall be fully screened
from public view, including motorists on the 1-15 Freeway. Should
screening be necessary, it shall be the highest architectural and visual
quality to match building architecture.
7) Provide enhanced paving treatment in the driveway entrance to the
loading dock area at the southeast comer of the building. The intent is
to maintain a high level of visual interest relative to the pedestrian
experience as customers walk by the dock area.
8) Provide tree planting staggered relative to the street tree planting within
the planters located adjacent to the building so as to provide a strong
tree canopy over the sidewalks on the east, west, and south sides.
9) Street tree planting (i.e., species, size, spacing, location) shall be
consistent with the Victoria Gardens Master Plan.
10) Provide dense shrub planting (more than 3-foot on center) along the
base of the building to act as a "living" wainscoting since there is only
colored stucco proposed for the building base.
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11) All applicable Conditions of Approval of Tentative Parcel Map 15716
and Development Agreement DA01-02 shall apply.
12) Provide 10-foot wide(minimum)sidewalks around the building with tree
wells at back of curb consistent with the adopted Victoria Gardens
Master Plan. Sidewalk shall be natural concrete with a retardant finish
or exposed aggregate finish, with saw-cut joints every 5 feet on center.
13) The applicant shall make a good faith effort to work with Forest City to
design adequate truck turning radius at on-site intersections and
enforce established truck routes for all delivery and trash pick-up
activity so as to avoid having trucks run over planters or curbs, into
walls, etc.
14) Coordinate with the mall developer to provide decorative enhanced
paving leading from entry doors across the,private streets to the
parking lots.
15) Provide landscaping on the north and south ends of the utility enclosure
on the east side of the building to screen the enclosure. Ground cover,
shrubs, and climbing vines are suggested within the landscaping.
Engineering Division
1) All applicable Conditions of Approval of Tentative Parcel Map 15716
and Development Agreement DA01-02 shall apply.
2) Acknowledgement is given that those improvements to be installed by
the Community Facilities District are satisfied conditions. Any
improvements or conditions not part of the Community Facilities District
project must be satisfied by the developer prior to issuance of any
building permits.
7. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 14TH DAY OF MAY 2003.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
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BY:
Larry T lc-Wel, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad BWa
foeecretary
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 03-75
DRC2003-00237— ROBINSON'S MAY
MAY 14, 2003
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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 by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 14th day of May by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: McPHAIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00237
SUBJECT: ROBINSONS MAY
APPLICANT: MAY DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION
LOCATION: VICTORIA GARDENS REGIONAL CENTER
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,
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 attorneys 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. 03-75, Standard --/—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. 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 Victoria Community Plan.
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.
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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, Development Agreement No. DA01-02, and
applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and
approved by the City Planner and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of
building permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of
shielding so as not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations,
and the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
9. 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.
10. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
D. Shopping Centers
1. A uniform hardscape and street furniture design including seating benches, trash
receptacles, free-standing potted plants, bike racks, light bollards, etc., shall be utilized and
be compatible with the architectural style. Detailed designs shall be submitted for Planning
Division review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
2. Provide for the following design features in each trash enclosure, to the satisfaction of the
City Planner:
a. Architecturally integrated into the design of (the shopping center/the project).
b. Separate pedestrian access that does not require the opening of the main doors and to
include self-closing pedestrian doors.
C. Large enough to accommodate two trash bins.
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e. Trash bins with counter-weighted lids. —/—/—
f. Architecturally treated overhead shade trellis.
g. Chain Chain link screen on top to prevent trash from blowing out of the enclosure and
designed to be hidden from view.
3. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours. —/—/—
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4. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash
and debris remain for more than 24 hours.
5. Signs shall be conveniently posted for "no overnight parking" and for "employee parking
only."
6. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards
which shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an
exterior noise level of 60 dB during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during
the hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
b. Loading and Unloading - No person shall cause the loading, unloading, opening,
closing, or other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage
cans, or other similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. unless
otherwise specified herein, in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a
residential area.
7. Textured pavement shall be provided across circulation aisle, pedestrian walkway, and plaza.
They shall be of brick/tile pavers, exposed aggregate, integral color concrete, or any
combination thereof. Full samples shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
8. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. It shall include the
plaza area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
9. Any outdoor vending machines shall be recessed into the building faces and shall not extend
into the pedestrian walkways. The design details shall be reviewed and approved by the City
Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
E. 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.
2. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
F. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space
abuts a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of
11 feet wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be
provided throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open
spaces/plazas/recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,
entrances, and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, City Engineer, and
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building
permits. For residential development, private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-
around space in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars
stacking into the public right-of-way.
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6. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or
more parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall; whichever is greater, of the total
number of stalls for use by the handicapped.
7. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at
the rate of one percent. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square
feet.
G. Trip Reduction
1. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects of more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the
required automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater.
After the first 50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are
2.5 percent of the required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall
provide bicycle storage spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent of the required automobile parking
spaces with a minimum of a 3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking
spaces required exceed 100. Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number
shall be rounded off to the higher whole number.
2. Carpool and vanpool designated off-street parking close to the building shall be provided for
commercial, office, and industrial facilities at the rate of 10 percent of the total parking area.
If covered, the vertical clearance shall be no less than 9 feet.
3. Transit improvements such as bus shelters, bus pullouts, and bus pads shall be provided.
Bus shelters shall also include an adjoining bike rack (minimum 3 capacity) on a concrete
pad. Bus shelter shall be located outside public right-of-way and shall be privately
maintained.
H. 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. Within parking tots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three
parking stalls.
3. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of
one tree per 30 linear feet of building.
4. For multi-family residential and non-residential development, property owners are responsible
for the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted
areas within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and
debris and maintained in healthy and thriving condition, and shall receive regular pruning,
fertilizing, mowing, and trimming. Any damaged, dead, diseased, or decaying plant material
shall be replaced within 30 days from the date of damage.
5. 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.
6. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
7. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural
growth characteristics of the selected tree species.
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a. 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.
I. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this
approval. Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance
and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to
installation of any signs.
J. 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.
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)
K. 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 #, 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.
5. Business Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by _/_/_
the Building and Safety Division.
6. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can --j--/—
contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and submittal requirements.
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L. 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., DRC2003-00237). 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 commercial or industrial development 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
permits 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.
M. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
3. Plans for food preparation areas shall be approved by County of San Bernardino
Environmental Health Services prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with CBC Section 906. _J—J-
5. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed.
N. 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. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,
with direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the
entire development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures. _/—/—
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P. Security Hardware
1. 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.
2. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
3. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal
gates, or alarmed.
Q. Windows
1. Storefront windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic.
2. Security glazing is recommended on storefront windows to resist window smashes and
impede entry to burglars.
3. Security/burglar bars are not recommended, particularly in residences, due to the delay or
prevention of a speedy evacuation in case of fire.
R. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility.
2. Developer shall paint roof top numbers on one or more roofs of this development. They shall
be a minimum of three feet in length and two feet in width and of contrasting color to
background. The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police
Department.
S. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and
in turn save dollars and lives.
2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriff's dispatch number:
(909) 941-1488.
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#: DRC2003-00237
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00237
PROJECT NAME: Robinson - May
DATE: May 12 2003
PLAN TYPE: Technical Review
APPLICANT NAME: May Design
OCCUPANCY CLASS: Group M
FLOOR AREA(S): 180,000 square feet
TYPE CONSTRUCTION: Type III
FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEM REQUIRED: Sprinklers Alarm
LOCATION: Victoria Gardens Regional Center
FD REVIEW BY: Tim Fejeran Fire Inspector
PLANNER: Brent Le Count
FIRE DISTRICT USE ONLY '
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Outstanding Fire District Issues Status—"Cleared"when required information is entered below
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Project Complete
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2770, TO VERIFY
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING:
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS —
General, Procedural, Technical, or Operational Information that shall be Included,
Corrected, or Completed as noted below. The following is applicable to the above
project.
FSC-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply
1. General Guidance for Fire Hydrants: The following provides general guidance for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants. Remember these are the maximum permitted distances between fire hydrants:
a. Installed as pert of the master plan for this project.
Contact the Fire Safety Division 909 477-2770
2. Minimum Fire Flow with Automatic Fire Sprinklers: The required minimum fire flow for this project is
4000 gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure of 20 pounds per square inch. This flow reflects
a 50 percent reduction for the installation of an approved automatic fire sprinkler system with central
station monitoring. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A, as amended,
and Fire District Ordinances and Standards.
FSC-3 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems-Technical Comments
1. Required Installations:
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15 or other adopted code or standard, requires an approved
automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in any of the following:
a. Commercial or industrial structures greater than 7,500 square feet
FSC-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Access Roadways Defined: Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets, and
highways, as well as private roads, streets, drive aisles and designated fire lanes. Part of project
master plan
2. Fire Lane Identification: All required fire lanes shall be identified by red curbing and signage. A
drawing of the proposed signage that meets the minimum Fire District standards shall be submitted to
and approved. Contact the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District at(909)477-2770 for a copy of
the FD Fire Lanes standard.
FSC-8 Fire Alarm System
1. Required Installation: An automatic fire alar (and detection)system is required by RCFPD
Ordinance 15, based on use or floor area, or by another adopted code or standard. Refer to Ordinance
15 and/or the California Fire Code for specific requirements.
FSC-10 Hazard Control Permits-Technical Comments
The below indicated permit requirements are based on those permits commonly associated with the projects
operations or building construction. As noted below Special Permits may be required, dependent upon
approved use(s) the applicant must contact the Fire Safety Division for specific information:
Note: Carefully review the items below.There may be significant impact on the proposed project.
Italicized text indicates a Rancho Cucamonga Fire District amendment.
1. General Use Permit shall be required for any activity or operation not specifically described below,
which in the judgment of the Fire Chief is likely to produce conditions that may be hazardous to life or
property.
2. Operate a place of public assembly.
3. High piled combustible storage.
FSC-12 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 2000/01 Building,
Fire, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical Code; Health and Safety Code; Public Resources
Code;and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD39, 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.
FSC-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.
FSC- 15 Public Safety Communications:
No person shall construct or develop any commercial or industrial building or structure or any part thereof or
cause the same to be done which fails to support adequate radio coverage for City emergency workers,
including, but not limited to firefighters and police. (RCFPD Ord 39, Appendix 1-A Section 9.1).
This building shall be constructed with 2 inch raceways in the walls which can accommodate any cable
necessary to meet this requirement. Such raceways shall include an opening in the roof which allows for
placement of an exterior antenna and access to each floor.
Contact Fire Construction Services at(909)477-2713 for radio coverage standards,testing procedures and
approved mitigation measures.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. Private/On-site Fire Hydrants: Prior to the issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit
construction plans, specifications, flow test data and calculations for the private water main system for
review and approval by the Fire District. Plans and installation shall comply with Fire District
standards. Contac the Fire Safety Division for a copy of"Fire District Notes for Underground and
Water Plans." Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Private Fire Hydrants/On-site Installation: All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable prior to delivering any combustible building materials on-site (i.e., lumber,
roofing materials, etc.). A representative of Fire Construction Services shall inspect the installation
and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit final test and inspection report to the
Fire Safety Division. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
3. 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
4. Public Installation: 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 a copy of the Water District inspection report to the Fire Safety Division. Contact Water
District to schedule testing.
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION- Complete the following:
1. Hydrant Markers: 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. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
2. Private Fire Hydrants- Final Acceptance: 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.
3. Fire Sprinkler System- Plans and Permit: Plans for the required automatic fire sprinkler system
shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services for review and approval. No work is allowed without
a Fire Construction Services permit. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)
477-2713.
4. Fire Sprinkler System- Final Inspection: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the
fire sprinkler system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. Contact Building
and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
5. Sprinkler Monitoring: The fire sprinkler system monitoring system shall be installed, tested, and
operational immediately following the completion of the fire sprinkler system. Monitoring is required
with 20 sprinklers in Group I Occupancies, or 100 or more sprinklers in all other Occupancies.
Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
6. Fire Alarm System: Plans for the fire alarm system shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services for
review and approval. No work is allowed without a Fire District permit. Contact Building and Safety/Fire
Construction Services (909)477-2713.
7. Knox Rapid Entry System: A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection.
Proof of purchase shall be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety
Division for specific details and ordering information. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction
Services (909) 477-2713 for inspection.
8. Fire Lanes: Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the fire lanes shall be installed in
accordance with the approved fire lane plan. The CC&R's or other approved documents shall contain an
approved fire lane map and provisions that prohibit parking in the fire lanes. The method of enforcement
shall be documented. The CC&R's shall also identify who is responsible for not less than annual
inspection and maintenance of all required fire lanes. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction
Services (909) 477-2713.
9. Address-Other Than Single-family: New buildings other than single-family dwellings shall post the
address with minimum 8-inch numbers on contrasting background, visible from the street and electrically
illuminated during periods of darkness. When the building setback exceeds 200 feet from the public
street an additional non-illuminated 6-inch minimum number address shall be provided at the property
entrance. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
10. Fire Alarm System- Final Inspection and Testing: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy,
the fire alarm (and detection)system(s)shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
11. Fire District Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District"Confidential Business Occupancy Information" Form and submit to
the Fire Safety Division. This form provides contact information for Fire District use in the event of an
emergency at the subject building or property. Contact Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
Fire District Forms and Letters
Note: If these conditions are part of the final Standard Conditions issued by the Planning Division referenced
Fire District forms and letters are not included.Contact the Fire Safety Division for copies of forms or letters.The
forms and letter are also found in previously issued Fire District comments.
Fire District Review Letter(P&E)-Template
SL 10/31/02 Revision