HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-86 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-86
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2003-00076, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
4TH STREET AND BUFFALO AVENUE IN THE INDUSTRIAL PARK
DISTRICT (SUBAREA 12), AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF - APN: 0229-263-78 AND 79.
A. Recitals.
1. Fuscoe Engineering filed an application on behalf of Wickes Furniture for the approval of
Development Review DRC2003-00076, 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 25th day of June 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 June 25, 2003, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located at the northeast corner of 4th Street and
Buffalo Avenue,with a street frontage of 250.00 feet along 4th Street and a street frontage of 766.89
feet along Buffalo Avenue, and is presently improved with street pavement,curb,gutter,street lights,
and parkway landscaping; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated General Industrial with a
warehouse/distribution facility currently under construction,the property to the south consists of the
Ontario Mills complex in the City of Ontario, the property to the east is designated Industrial Park
and is the site of the recently completed COSTCO wholesale warehouse store, and the property to
the west is vacant land which is also designated Industrial Park; and
C. The proposed Wickes furniture store is a permitted use in the Industrial Park
District (Subarea 12) because of Special Considerations noted within Development Code Section
17.30.080.M.5 which allows retail uses which are consistent with the General Commercial land use
district of Section 17.10.030; and
d. The application contemplates a retail furniture showroom without a warehouse.
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June 25, 2003
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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 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. The 4.87-acre site was previously analyzed as part of the AutoNation project(CUP96-32,
Planning Commission Resolution NO. 97-24)and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was adopted on
May 14, 1997. On March 28, 2001, the site was analyzed again and a Mitigated Negative
Declaration was adopted in conjunction with the approval of COSTCO (CUP00-34, Planning
Commission Resolution NO. 01-29). Therefore, since the proposed project is consistent with the
expectation of the previous Conditional Use Permit site approvals on the site, no further
environmental review was necessary at this time. Based upon the facts and information contained in
the staff report, together with all written and oral reports included for the application, the Planning
Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect
upon the environment.
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) The hardscape design and color of the pedestrian walkways.and
decorative pavement (including the handicap parking stalls near the
front entry) used in the development of the Wickes project, shall be
consistent with that existing on-site.
2) The masonry block and pilasters of the Wickes project shall match the
"Cathedral Stone" block material that was used in the COSTCO
construction.
3) The final site landscaping plan shall be coordinated with the existing
landscaping theme on-site.
4) Any damage to existing landscape either on-site or in the public
right-of-way, shall be repaired or replaced as necessary to provide
appropriate landscape coverage of the site.
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June 25, 2003
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5) The entry elements shall be constructed of aluminum-clad steel
-beams with a powder-coated finish surface, as approved by the
Design Review Committee on June 3, 2003.
Engineering Division
1) Replace all dying street trees and/or other damaged street trees
unlikelyto survive as determined bythe City Engineer along the Buffalo
Avenue and 4th Street frontages to Parcel Map 15579, Parcels 2 and 3.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF JUNE 2003.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: 4u
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I, Chairman
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Brad Bu creta
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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 bythe
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 25th day of June 2003, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, MCNIEL, MCPHAIL
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: STEWART
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00076
SUBJECT: WICKES FURNITURE
APPLICANT: FUSCOE ENGINEERING
LOCATION: NORTHEAST CORNER OF 4TH STREET AND BUFFALO AVENUE
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. 03-86, Standard
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, and
Development Code regulations.
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, 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. 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.
E. '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.
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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. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or —J—J_
more parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall; whichever is greater, of the total
number of stalls for use by the handicapped.
6. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more —J_/_
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.
F. 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.
G. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home —J—J_
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 —J—J—
in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading
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. A minimum of 20% of trees planted within industrial projects, and a minimum of 30% within --J—J_
commercial and office projects, shall be specimen size trees - 24-inch box or larger.
4. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three
parking stalls.
5. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of _/_ _J_
one tree per 30 linear feet of building.
6. 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.
7. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees,
meandering sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required
along 4th Street.
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.
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9. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
10. 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.
H. 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.
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 #, DR #, etc.) clearly identified on
the outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a sails --J--J—
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 --j--J—
the Building and Safety Division.
6. 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., 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.
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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.
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.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public
counter).
K. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
2. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with CBC
Section 1505.
3. Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with CBC Section 906.
4. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed.
L. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code, City _/__J_
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,
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 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.
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3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
N. 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.
O. 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.
P. 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.
0. 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
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FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
STANDARD CONDITIONS
FD PLAN REVIEW#: FD-02-0908
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00076
PROJECT NAME: Wickes
DATE: June 10, 2003
PLAN TYPE: Technical Review
APPLICANT NAME:
OCCUPANCY CLASS: Group M, S
FLOOR AREA(S): Approx. 40,000 square feet
TYPE CONSTRUCTION: Type V
FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEM REQUIRED: Sprinklers
LOCATION: 12340 Fourth Street
FD REVIEW BY: Tim Fejeran, Fire Inspector
PLANNER: Debra
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. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in commercial/industrial projects is 300-feet. No
portion of the exterior wall shall be located more than 150-feet from an approved fire hydrant.
For cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 100-feet.
b. Fire hydrants are to be located:
1) At the entrance(s) to a project from the existing public roadways. This includes
subdivisions and industrial parks.
2) At intersections.
3) On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4) As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs.
5) The location of fire hydrants is based upon the operational needs of the Fire District to
control a fire.
6) Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of forty(40)feet from any building.
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 2,750 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.
3. Hydrants Used to Supply Fire Flow: Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the
proposed project 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.
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
4. Show Existing Fire Hydrants and Mains: 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.
FSC-2 Private(On-Site)Water and/or Fire Sprinkler Underground Plans for Fire Protection
1. Number of Fire Hydrants: Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction
thereof, subject to standard spacing and distribution requirements. Contact the Fire Safety Division
(909)477-2770
2. Fire Sprinkler Underground: Prior to the issuance of a fire sprinkler system permit, the applicant
shall submit construction plans, specifications, and calculations for the fire sprinkler system
underground to the Fire Safety Division for approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
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
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
FSC-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Private Roadways and Fire Lanes:The minimum specifications for private fire district access roadways
are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26-feet.
b. The inside tum radius shall be 20-feet.
C. The outside tum radius shall be not less than 50-feet.
d. The minimum radius for cul-de-sacs is 45-feet.
e. The minimum vertical clearance is 14 feet,6 inches.
f. At any private entry median,the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20-feet.
g. The angle of departure and approach shall not exceed 9 degrees or 20 percent.
h. The maximum grade of the driving surface shall not exceed 12%.
i. Support a minimum load of 70,000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW).
2. Access Doorways: In addition to any exterior opening required by the Building or Fire Code, approved
doorways,accessible without the use of a ladder,shall be provided as follows:
a. In buildings without high-piled storage, one or more approved access doors shall be provided
in150 lineal feet or major fraction thereof along the exterior wall that faces required access
roadways or walkways.
b. In buildings with high-piled storage one or more approved access doors shall be provided in
each 100 lineal feet or major fraction thereof, of the exterior wall that faces required access
roadways. When a railroad siding is installed provisions shall be made to maintain Fire District
access to all required openings. Contact the Fire Safety Division at 909 477-2770.
3. 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-12 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 2000/2001 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.
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.
5. Building Use Letter- Required Letter: Prior to the issuance of any building permits, the applicant shall
submit a detailed letter of intended use for each building on-site to the Fire District for review and
approval. A form that may be used to meet this requirement is attached at the end of the Fire District
comments. Provide a separate letter for each building or structure with storage use areas. Contact the
Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
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. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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