HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-170 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-170
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2003-00394 FOR 168 CONDOMINIUM UNITS ON 12.19
ACRES OF LAND IN THE MEDIUM-HIGH RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
(14-24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) WITHIN THE TERRA VISTA
COMMUNITY PLAN, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
MILLIKEN AVENUE AND CHURCH STREET, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF—APN: 0227-151-65,73,74,AND 75 AND 0227-811-03.
A. Recitals.
1. KB HOME filed an application for the approval of Development Review DRC2003-00394,
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 12th day of November 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 November 12, 2003, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located at the northeast comer of Milliken
Avenue and Church Street with a total street frontage of approximately 440 feet along Milliken
Avenue, and a street frontage of approximately 830 feet along Church Street, and is presently
improved with perimeter street improvements; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is the Milliken Park site, the property to
the south consists of the Rancho San Antonio Medical Center,the property to the east is vacant land
with a land use designation of Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre), and the
property to the west is the Del Mar Apartments, which also have a land use designation of
Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre); and
C. The tentative tract map contains 3 lots for condominium purposes; and
d. The proposed project is subject to noise levels in excess of 65 CNEL along both
Milliken Avenue and Church Street, which can be mitigated to acceptable levels as described in the
Noise Study prepared for the project; and
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e. The project will generate traffic trips, which can be accommodated through public
street improvements and modifications made to the public streets on the boundary of the project;
and
f. The project is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Designation and the Terra
Vista Community Plan Land Use District, of Medium-High Residential, which were approved by the
City Council on September 3, 2003; and
g. The proposed project conforms to the standards and regulations of the
Development Code, as well as the Terra Vista Community Plan, in terms of setbacks, building
separation, parking, and provision of recreational amenities as noted in the staff report and exhibits
attached thereto; and
h. The proposed project and the intended use, together with all Conditions of Approval
will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or
improvements adjacent to the site.
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. On July 16, 2003, the City Council adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration for a
Purchase and Sale Agreement,Terra vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2003-00396,General
Plan Amendment DRC2003-00395, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16512, and this Development
Review. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or
Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the scope of a previous Negative
Declaration.
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) Trail Type "E" shall be provided along Church Street and Milliken
Avenue in accordance with the Trail standards of the Terra Vista
Community Plan.
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2) Developer shall install a solid decorative block wall along the property
line adjoining the Milliken Park parking lot.
3) The developer shall construct a bus shelter on Milliken Avenue, on
private property, of matching architectural style and colors.
4) Garage doors shall vary by articulation and color (avoiding the use of
white doors in contrast to dark building colors) throughout the project.
5) All retaining walls shall be used throughout the project shall have a
decorative surface to compliment the building design.
6) At a minimum, the recreation amenity package shall include the
following as noted on the attached exhibits:
Ameni Points
Large Open Play area 1
Pool/Spa 1
Tot Lot 1
Tables/Barbecues 1
Meandering walkways/
shade gazebos 1
TOTAL 5
Engineering Division:
1) Milliken Avenue frontage improvements to be in accordance with the
City "Major Divided Arterial' standards, including but no limited to the
following:
a) Protect existing curb, gutter, and streetlights, or repair as
required.
b) Trail Type"E"shall be constructed along Milliken Avenue frontage
with a 6-foot curvilinear sidewalk, street trees, and drive
approach, as required.
c) Provide a northbound right tum lane for the proposed
drive-approach. Any interfering existing utilities shall be
relocated.
d) There shall be no additional openings in the existing Milliken
Avenue median.
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e) Protect existing signage, striping and R26"No Stopping"signs,or
replace, as required.
f) Protect traffic signal equipment at Milliken Avenue and Church
Street, or relocate/replace, as required.
2) Conduits and pertinent structures for future fiber optic cable link shall
be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer along the Milliken
Avenue frontage.
3) Church Street frontage improvements to be in accordance with City
"Modified Secondary Arterial"standards, including but not limited to the
following:
a) Protecting existing curb, gutter, and streetlights, or repair as
required.
b) All missing public improvements along Church Street shall be
installed per the approved improvement plans, Drawing No. 1321.
c) There shall be no additional openings in the existing Church
Street median.
d) Protect existing signage, striping and R26"No Stopping"signs,or
replace, as required.
e) Protect traffic signal equipment at Milliken Avenue and Church
Street, or relocate/replace, as required.
4) An emergency access easement in favor of adjacent property owner
shall be provided prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits, whichever occurs first, for the driveway on Church Street.
5) Maintenance of on-site Best Management Practices as proposed in the
Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) shall be addressed in, and
provided for, by the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions(CC&Rs).
6) Process a vacation of the public 15-foot wide easement for drainage
and trail purposes as dedicated on Parcel Map SUBTPM15349. A
private drainage easement shall be provided as a replacement prior to
final map approval or issuance of building permits, whichever occurs
first.
7) All Lot Line Adjustments shall be processed concurrently with the
subject tract map.
8) Developer shall review the existing Milliken Park irrigation system and
revise as needed so that the new irrigation system for the proposed
5-foot area at the park boundary is not installed with separate timer,
controller, etc. Developer may have to assume maintenance
responsibility for the establishment period.
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9) The proposed 5-foot landscaped strip shall drain toward the existing
park sidewalk or use it for drainage purposes. A recorded Drainage
Acceptance Agreement shall be submitted to the City prior to final map
approval or building permit issuance, whichever occurs first.
10) Revise existing storm drain plans to show where the private storm drain
system begins. On-site hydrology shall be reviewed with the Grading
Plan.
11) Parkways shall slope at 2 percent from the top of curb to 1-foot behind
the sidewalk along all street frontages.
Environmental Mitigation Measures (per the Mitigated Negative Declaration
adopted by the City Council on July 16, 2003):
Air Quality
1) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. Contractor shall
ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City verification.
2) Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, developer shall submit
construction plans to City denoting the proposed schedule and
projected equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction equipment will be
utilized, or that their use was investigated and found to be infeasible for
the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD), as well as City Planning Staff.
3) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high volume, low-pressure spray.
4) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
5) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through
seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads.
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large areas to
erosion over extended periods of time.
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• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of exposed
excavated soil during and after the end of work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in accordance with local
ordinances and use sound engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established by the City if
silt is carried over to adjacent public thoroughfares or occurs as a
result of hauling. Timing may vary depending upon time of year
of construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e.,wind speeds
exceeding 25 miles per hour) in accordance with SCAQMD
Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks or
cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
6) The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board
[RWQCB]) daily to reduce Particulate Matter (PM10) emissions, in
accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
7) Chemical soil stabilizers approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
8) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel
powered equipment where feasible.
9) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading
plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
10) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high efficiency/low polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances and water heaters.
11) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather-stripping.
Cultural Resourc=es
1) If any prehistoric archaeological resources are encountered before or
during grading, the developer will retain a qualified archaeologist to
monitor construction activities to take appropriate measures to protect
or preserve them for study. With the assistance of the archaeologist,
the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
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• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from
demolition or significant modification without an opportunity for
the City to establish its archaeological value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their special
qualities as a theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the area's archaeological
heritage.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval to eliminate adverse project effects on significant,
important, and unique prehistoric resources,following appropriate
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, documenting
the inventory, evaluation, and proposed mitigation of resources
within the project area. Submit one copy of the completed report,
with original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent archiving.
2) A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction field survey of
the project site. The paleontologist shall submit a report of findings that
will also provide specific recommendations regarding further mitigation
measures (i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be appropriate.
Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate, the program must include,
but not be limited to, the following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow
the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay,to the
site full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded,
divert earth-disturbing activities elsewhere until the monitor has
completed salvage. If construction personnel make the discovery,
the grading contractor should immediately divert construction and
notify the monitor of the find.
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho Cucamonga. Transfer
collected specimens with a copy of the report to San Bernardino
County Museum.
Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM10 emissions,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
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2) Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a schedule
established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with
vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time
of year of construction.
3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 miles per hour to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such
episodes.
4) Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for
96 hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
1) Structures to retain precipitation and runoff on-site shall be integrated
into the design of the project where appropriate. Measures that may be
used to minimize runoff and to enhance infiltration include Dutch drains,
precast concrete lattice blocks and bricks,terraces, diversio.Ons, runoff
spreaders, seepage pits, and recharge basins.
2) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall prepare a
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) that identifies Best
Management Practices(BMPs)to be implemented during the period the
site is under construction. BMPs shall be identified on the Grading
Plans for review and approval by the City Engineer.
3) Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the
City Engineer for approval of a WQMP, including a project description
and identifying Best Management Practices that will be used on-site to
reduce pollutants into the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practicable. The WQMP shall identify the structural and non-structural
measures consistent with the Guidelines for New Development and
Redevelopment adopted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in
June 2000.
4) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, applicant shall submit to
the City Engineer a Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with obtaining
coverage under the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) General Construction Storm Water Permit from the State
Water Resources Control Board. Evidence that this has been obtained
(i.e., a copy of the Waste Dischargers Identification Number) shall be
submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
1) Sound barriers must be constructed around the first floor patios and
second floor balconies adjacent to Milliken Avenue and Church Street
as follows:
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• All first floor patios facing Milliken Avenue shall have a barrier
height of 8 feet.
• All second floor balconies facing Milliken Avenue shall have a
barrier height of 7 feet.
• All first floor patios and second floor balconies facing Church
Street shall have a barrier height of 5 feet.
2) The required sound control barriers shall be constructed using any of
the following materials: Masonry block, stucco on wood frame,3/4-inch
plywood, 1/4-inch glass or 1/2-inch LEXAN, earthen berm, any
combination of these materials, or any material with a surface weight of
at least 3.5 pounds per square foot.
3) The minimum characteristics of the basic building shell shall be:
• Exterior wall: Siding or stucco, 2-inch by 4-inch studs, R-13
fiberglass insulation, and 1/2-inch drywall.
• Windows: 3/32-inch double pane aluminum horizontal sliders.
• Sliding glass door: 3/16-inch double pane aluminum horizontal
sliders.
• Roof: Shingle over 1/2-inch plywood, fiberglass insulation,
5/8-inch drywall, vented.
• Floor: Carpeted (except kitchens and baths).
4) The following building locations require additional mitigation above that
which is outlined in Condition No. 3 above:
• Add STC 26 glazing to all rooms with any view of Church Street
for all buildings along the street frontage.
• Add STC 36 glazing to all rooms with any view of Milliken Avenue
for all buildings along the street frontage.
5) When mitigation measures depend on having windows closed, as it is
along Church Street and Milliken Avenue, it is necessary to provide
adequate fresh air ventilation without opening the windows. This is
accomplished by installing a "summer switch" and outside ducting to
the forced air unit or by installing air-conditioning in all units adjacent to
Milliken Avenue and Church Street.
6) Construction or grading shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday.
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7) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards
specified in Development Code Section 17.02.120-D, as measured at
the property line. Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development Code
Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may be required by the
Planning Division. Said consultant shall report their findings to the
Planning Division within 24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the
above standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify the
Planning Division. If noise levels exceed the above standards, then
construction activities shall be reduced in intensity to a level of
compliance with above noise standards or halted.
8) The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in
first phase.
9) Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used
for hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to and from the
construction site), then the developer shall prepare a noise mitigation
plan denoting any construction traffic haul routes. To the extent
feasible, the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass sensitive
land uses or residential dwellings.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2003.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: /"" K
Rich Macias, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Bulle cretary
1, 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 12th day of November 2003, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, MCP.HAIL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Purchase and Sale Agreement; Development Review DRC2003-00394,General
Plan Amendment DRC2003-00395, Terra Vista Community Plan Amendment DRC2003-00396,
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16512
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components -This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary.This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management-The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures -The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants'fees,.incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMPReporting Form. will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action,what action will betaken and when,and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
Purchase and Sale Agreement; SUBTT16512; DRC2003-00394 through 00396
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed,as
determined by the project planner or responsible City department,to monitor specific mitigation
activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures.The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department
and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after written
notification has been issued.The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring.The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division.The Division shall require the
applicant to post any necessaryfunds (or other forms of guarantee)with the City. These funds
shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report
on the mitigation measure for the required period of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director or
City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: Purchase&Sale/SUBTT16512/DRC2003-00394to96 Applicant: KB HOME/Lewis Apt Communities
Initial Study Prepared by: Debra Meier Date: June 10. 2003
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All construction equipment shall be maintained in good CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. Contractor shall ensure that all construction
equipment is being properly serviced and maintained as
per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City
verification.
Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, developer CP/CE C Review of Plans C 2
shall submit construction plans to City denoting the
proposed schedule and projected equipment use.
Construction contractors shall provide evidence that low
emission mobile construction equipment will be utilized,
or that their use was investigated and found to be
infeasible for the project. Contractors shall also conform
to any construction measures imposed by the SCAQMD
as well as City Planning Staff.
All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Paints and coatings shall be applied either by hand or
high volume, low-pressure spray.
All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards BO B Review of Plans A/C 2
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
Rules 402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verif ication Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
areas to erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
exposed excavated soil during and after the end of
work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in CE C Review of Plans A 4
accordance with local ordinances and use sound
enclineerinq practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established CE C Review of Plans A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public
thoroughfares or occurs as a result of hauling.
Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e., CE C Review of Plans A 4
wind speeds exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with
Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils CE C Review of Plans A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other
suitable means.
The site shall be treated with water or other soil CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
stabilizing agent(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)
daily to reduce PMIO emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,o emissions.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of Plans C 2/4
required to incorporate high efficiency/low polluting
heating,air conditioning,appliances and water heaters.
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of Plans C 2/4
required to incorporate thermal pane windows and
weather-stripping.
Cultural Resources
If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading,the developer will
retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor construction
activities, to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. With the assistance of the
archaeologist,the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification Report
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeological value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
incorporation of .archaeological sites within new Report
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the area's CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage. Report
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project Report
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA
guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and Report
proposed mitigation of resources within the project
area. Submit one copy of the completed report,with
original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent
archiving.
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Mitigation Measures No. Responsible of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/Initials Non-Compliance
A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction CP B Review of A/D 4
field survey of the project site. The paleontologist shall Report
submit a report of findings that will also provide specific
recommendations regarding further mitigation measures
(i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be
appropriate.Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate,
the program must include, but not be limited to, the
followinq measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and CP B Review of A/D 4
equipped to allow the rapid removal of fossils with Report
minimal construction delay, to the site full-time
during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared BO B/C Review of A/D 4
or graded, divert earth-disturbing activities Report
elsewhere until the monitor has completed salvage.
If construction personnel make the discovery, the
grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find:
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho CP D Review of D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a Report
copy of the report to San Bernardino County
Museum.
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The site shall be treated with water or other soil BO/CE C During A 4
stabilizing agent(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) Construction
daily to reduce PM,o emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a CE C During A 4
schedule,established by the City to reduce PMIO Construction
emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-
site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind BO/CE C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,o emissions Construction
from the site during such episodes.
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO/CE C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction Construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,a emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality : t
Structures to retain precipitation and runoff on-site shall CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
be integrated into the design of the project where
appropriate. Measures that may be used to minimize
runoff and to enhance infiltration include Dutch drains,
precast concrete lattice blocks and bricks, terraces,
diversions,runoff spreaders,seepage pits,and recharge
basins.
Prior to issuance of building permits,the applicant shall CE A During D 2/4
prepare a SWPPP that identifies BMPs to be Construction
implemented during the period the site is under
construction. BMPs shall identified on the grading plans
for review and approval by the City Engineer.
Prior to issuance of building permits,the applicant shall CE A During D 2/4
submit to the City Engineer for approval of a Water Construction
Quality Management Plan (WQMP), including a project
description and identifying Best Management Practices
(BMPs)that will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into
the storm drain system to the maximum extent practical.
The WQMP shall identify the structural and non-
structural measures consistent with the Guidelines for
New Development and Redevelopment adopted by the
City of Rancho Cucamonga in June 2000.
Prior to the issuance of grading or paving permits, the CE _ A During D 2/4
applicant shall submit to the City Engineer a Notice of Construction
Intent(NO[)to comply with obtaining coverage under the
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) General Construction Storm Water Permit
from the State Water Resources Control Board.
Evidence that this has been obtained (i.e. a copy of the
Wast Discharge Identification Number) shall be
submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the
NPDES General Construction Permit.
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Responsible
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
NoiseNMI F ^ -, ' ° .'� •*3k rk.. .
Construction or grading shall not take place between the BO C During A 4
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, Construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the CP C During A 4
standards specified in Development Code Section Construction
17.02.120-D, as measured at the property line.
Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development
Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may
be required by the Planning Division. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Planning Division within
24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Planning Division. If noise levels exceed the above
standards,then construction activities shall be reduced
in intensity to a level of compliance with above noise
standards or halted.
The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early CP C During A A
as possible in first phase. Construction
Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the PO/BO C During A 417
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, Construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used for
hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to
and from the construction site),then the developer shall
prepare a noise mitigation plan denoting any
construction traffic haul routes. To the extent feasible,
the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass
sensitive land uses or residential dwellings.
Sound barriers must be constructed around the first
floor patios and second floor balconies adjacent to
Milliken Avenue and Church Street as follows:
All first floor patios facing Milliken Avenue shall have a CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
barrier height of 8-feet.
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
All second floor balconies facing Milliken Avenue shall CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
have a barrier height of 7-feet.
All first floor patios and second floor balconies facing CPEO C Review of Plans C 2
Church Street shall have a barrier height of 5-feet.
The required sound control barriers shall be constructed CPEO C Review of Plans C 2
using any of the following materials: masonry block,
stucco on wood frame, 3/4" plywood, Y4" glass or 1/2"
LEXAN, earthen berm, any combination of these
materials or any material with a surface weight of at
least 3.5 pounds per square foot.
The minimum characteristics of the basic building shell
shall be:
Exterior wall: siding or stucco, 2'x4" studs, R-13 CPEO C Review of Plans C 2
fiberglass insulation, and Y2"drywall.
Windows: 3/32" double pane aluminum horizontal CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
sliders.
Sliding glass door: 3/16" double pane aluminum 'CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
horizontal sliders.
Roof: Shingle over Y2" plywood, fiberglass insulation, CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
5/8" drywall, vented.
Floor: Carpeted (except kitchens and baths) CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
The following building locations require additional
mitigation above that which is outlined in the condition
above:
Add STC 26 glazing to all rooms with any view of CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
Church Street for all buildings along the street frontage.
Add STC36 glazing to all rooms with any view of Milliken CP/BO C Review of Plans C 2
Avenue for all buildings along the street frontage.
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When mitigation measures depend on having windows CPEO C Review of Plans C 2
closed,as it is along Church Street and Milliken Avenue,
it is necessary to provide adequate fresh air ventilation
without opening the windows. This is accomplished by
installing a"summer switch"and outside ducting to the
forced air unit or by installing air-conditioning in all units
adjacent to Milliken Avenue and Church Street.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person SanctionsMonitorin Frequency Method of Verificationi
,
CDD-Community Development Director or A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map
designee
CP-City Planner or designee B- Prior To Construction B-Other Agency Permit/Approval 2-Withhold Grading or Building
Permit
CE-City Engineer or designee C-Throughout Construction C- Plan Check 3-Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO- Building Official or designee D-On Completion D-Separate Submittal (Reports/Studies/ 4-Stop Work Order
Plans)
PO-Police Captain or designee E Operating 5- Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC-Fire Chief or designee 6- Revoke CUP
7-Citation
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
- DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00394
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
APPLICANT: KB HOME
LOCATION: NORTHEAST CORNER OF MILLIKEN AVENUE AND CHURCH 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, 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. 03-170, 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, Development Code
regulations, and the Terra Vista 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, 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. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with _J_J_
all receptacles shielded from public view.
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.
11. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the _J_J_
Homeowners'Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering Divisions
and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or prior to the
issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be provided to the
City Engineer. The Homeowners'Association shall submit to the Planning Division a list of the
name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and every year and whenever
said information changes.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14. For multiple family development, laundry facilities shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
15. For multiple family development,a minimum of 125 cubic feet of exterior lockable storage space
shall be provided.
16. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
17. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured
products.
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D. Building Design
1. Standard patio cover plans for use by the Homeowner's Association shall be submitted for City
Planner and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
2. 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. 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. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth
from back of sidewalk.
6. The Covenants,Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on
this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking
on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
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.
2. 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.
G. 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.
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2. A minimum of 50 trees per gross acre,comprised of the following sizes,shall be provided within
the project: 5% -48-inch box or larger 5%-36-inch box or larger,20%-24- inch box or larger,
and 70%- 15-gallon.
3. Within parking lots,trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Milliken
Avenue.
10. 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.
11. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
12. 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.
2. Directory monument sign(s)shall be provided for apartment,condominium,or town homes prior _/_J_
to occupancy and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to
issuance of building permits.
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I. Environmental
1. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits. The final report shall discuss the level of interior noise attenuation
to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided, and if
appropriate,verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will be checked
for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report.
2. The applicant shall submit certification from an acoustical engineer that all recommendations of
the acoustical report were implemented in construction, including measurements of interior and
exterior noise levels to document compliance with City standards. Certification shall be
submitted to the Building&Safety Division priorto final occupancy release of the affected homes.
3. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of _J_J_
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.
J. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location _J_J_
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 CONTACTTHE 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: —J--/—
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 —J--/—
the City prior to permit issuance.
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4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls. _/__J-
5. 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.
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., DRC2003-00394). 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.
M. 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. �—J-
4. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with CBC. ��—
Section 1505.
5. Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls. ��-
6. Roofing materials shall be Class "A." �J-
7. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A __/_J-
8. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A. ��-
9. If the area of habitable space above the first floor exceeds 3,000 square feet, then the
construction type shall be V-1 Hour minimum.
10. Walls and floors separating dwelling units in the same building shall be not less than 1-hour
fire-resistive construction.
11. Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with CBC Section 906.
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 _I—J—
perform such work.
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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 ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Rights-of-way and easements shall be dedicated to the City for all interior public streets,
community trails,public paseos,public landscape areas,street trees,traffic signal encroachment
and maintenance, and public drainage facilities as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
Private easements for non-public facilities (cross-lot drainage, local feeder trails, etc.) shall be
reserved as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
2. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
66 total feet on Milliken Avenue
50 total feet on Church Street _ /�-
3. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards.
4. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
5. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be
dedicated to the City.
6. Additional street right-of-way shall be dedicated along right turn lanes,to provide a minimum of 7
feet measured from the face of curbs. If curb adjacent sidewalk is used along the right tum lane,
a parallel street tree maintenance easement shall be provided.
P. Street Improvements
1. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
MILLIKEN AVENUE (c) X X (e) (f)
CHURCH STREET X X I (f)
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be
provided for this item (e) Right-turn lane for drive approach. (f)Trail Type 'E.'
2. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees,street lights,and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
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posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements,prior to
final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
C. Pavement striping,marking,traffic signing,street name signing,traffic signal conduit,and
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction �J—
project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and
interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside
of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City Engineer
Notes:
1) Pull boxes shall be No.6 at intersections and No.5 along streets,a maximum of 200
feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (along streets) galvanized steel
with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all comers of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash
deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving,which shall be refunded
upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan check.
3. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
4. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed
legend and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street improvement plans.
Where public landscape plans are required,tree installation in those areas shall be per the public
landscape improvement plans.
The City Engineer reserves the right to adjust tree species based upon field conditions and other
variables. For additional information,contact the Project Engineer.
Min.Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing Size* Oty.
Church Street Magnolia grandiflora NCN 8 ft. 30 ft. 15 gal. Fill
'Samuel Sommer' O.C. In
Magnolia grandiflora NCN 3 ft. 20 ft. 15 gal. Fill
'St. Mary' O.C. In
Milliken Avenue Cinnamomum camphora Camphor 8 ft. 30 ft. 15 gal.
(Foreground) Tree O.C.''
Milliken Avenue Pinus canariensis Canary Island 8 ft. 25 ft. 1 15 gal.
(Background) Pine O.0'2
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Construction Notes for Street Trees:
1) All street trees are to be planted in accordance with City standard plans.
2) Prior to the commencement of any planting, an agronomic soils report shall be furnished to
the City inspector. Any unusual toxicities or nutrient deficiencies may require backfill soil
amendments, as determined by the City inspector.
3) All street trees are subject to inspection and acceptance by the Engineering Division.
4) Street trees are to be planted per public improvement plans only.
5. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required.
Q. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting __J_
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
2. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective _J__
Beautification Master Plan: Milliken Avenue.
R. Drainage and Flood Control
1. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the __J_
property from adjacent areas.
S. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system,water,gas,
electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary. _—J-
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the __—
Cucamonga County Water District(CCW D),Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District,and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from
the CCW D is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,whichever occurs first.
Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days prior to final map approval
in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the case of all other residential
projects.
4. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved. ___
Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from
them.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
T. 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.
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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.
U. 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.
V. 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.
2. Security(burglar bars are not recommended, particularly in residences, due to the delay or
prevention of a speedy evacuation in case of fire.
W. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
2. At the entrances of commercial or residential complexes, an illuminated map or directory of
project shall be erected with vandal-resistant cover. North shall be at the top and so indicated.
Sign shall be in compliance with Sign Ordinance, including an application for a Sign Permit and
approval by the Planning Division.
3. All developments shall submit an 8 Y2"x 11"sheet with the numbering pattern of all multi-tenant
developments to the Police Department.
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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RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
DRC2003-00394 &
PROJECT/FILE #: SUBTf16512 APPLICANT NAME: KB homes
PROJECT NAME: LDG Cougar LLC OCCUPANCY CLASS: R-i , B,
LOCATION: NEC Milliken & Church FLOOR AREA(S): Not available
DATE: November 6, 2003 TYPE CONSTRUCTION: V-n and V1 hour
PLAN TYPE: MFR FD REVIEW BY: Moises Eskenazi
PLANNER: Debra Meier Sr. Plans Examiner
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
Please file readjustment of access easement before permit issuance and obtain site-
specific Fire Flow information from CCWD
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS —
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. 'The maximum distance between fire hydrants in multi-family residential is 400-feet. No portion of
the exterior wall shall be located more than 200-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-
sacs the distance shall not exceed 150-feet.
c. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in single-family residential projects is 500-feet. No
portion of the exterior wall facing the addressed street shall be more than 250-feet from an
approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 200 ft.
d. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area the maximum
distance between fire hydrants is 400-feet. No portion of the exterior wall facing the addressed
street shall be more than 200-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the distance
shall not exceed 150 ft.
e. 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 40 from any building.
2. Minimum Fire Flow with Automatic Fire Sprinklers: The required minimum fire flow for this project
based on the largest building and the construction type. This flow may be reduced up to 50 percent 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
Construction Services (909)477-2713
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.
5. Single-family Residential Plans: For single-family residential and accessory structures show all fire
hydrants located within 600-feet of the proposed project site.
FSC-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 Construction Services (909)477-2713
2. 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 Construction Services
(909)477-2713
3. 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 Construction Services (909)477-2713
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
b. Multi-family residential structures in excess of 4 units. May require an approved means of
occupant notification of water flow switch operation.
c. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (See Fire Access)
FSC-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Location of Access: All portions of the structure or facility or any portion of the exterior wall of the first
story shall be located within 150-feet of Fire District vehicle access, measured by an unobstructed
approved route around the exterior of the building. Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation,
gates, and fences are an obstruction.
2. 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 24-feet.
c. The outside turn 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).
3. Access Walkways: Approved access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access road
to all required building exterior openings.
4. Restricted Residential Access Mitigation: The installation of gates and restricted access to
residential developments may necessitate installation of approved automatic fire sprinkler systems. This
condition applies to projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area,when the Fire District determines
that gates, other means of restricting access or conditions delaying response exists. Contact the Fire
Construction Services (909)477-2713
5. Restricted Residential Access: Gated or access for all residential development shall comply with the
following:
a. All automatic gates shall be provided with a Fire District approved,compatible traffic pre-emption
device. Approved devices are available from Opticom (3M),and Tomar Electronics. Devices
shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and specifications.
b. A Knox Rapid Entry System Key Box is required to be installed adjacent to each gate in a Fire
District approved location.The box shall be mounted where it is clearly visible and access is
unobstructed.
c. Vehicle access gates shall be provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key Switch.
d. The key switch shall be located immediately adjacent to the Knox Box for use in the event that
the traffic pre-emption device fails to operate.
e. The gate shall remain in the open position for not less than 20-minutes and shall automatically
reset.
Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services 909 477-2713 for inspection.
6. Vegetation: Trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14-feet, 6-
inches from the ground up,so as not to impede fire vehicles. Contact the Fire Construction Services
(909) 477-2713
7. 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 alarm (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):
1. Operate a place of public assembly.
2. Candles and open flame in public assembly.
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.
PRIOR TO (PARCEL) MAP RECORDATION- For Each Development Phase
1. Reciprocal Access Agreement: The plans as submitted indicate that a required point of Fire District
access:
a. Requires passage on property not under the control of the applicant; or
b. Does not access a public way; or
c. Crosses a property line
Please provide a permanent access agreement granting irrevocable use of the adjacent property for use
by the Fire District to gain access to the subject.property. The agreement shall include a statement that
no obstruction, gate, fence, building, or other structure shall be placed within the dedicated access. The
recorded agreement shall include a copy of the site plan required below. The agreement shall be
recorded with the County of San Bernardino, Recorders Office. The agreement shall be approved by the
Fire Safety Division prior to recordation.
To assist the Fire Safety Division in reviewing the agreement the following shall be included in the
submittal:
a. Title Report. A current title report, policy of title insurance, or other equivalent documentation
proving ownership of all property included in the agreement.
b. Legal Description. A legal description of all property subject to the agreement.
c. Assessor's Parcel Numbers. The assessor's parcel numbers of each parcel subject to the
agreement.
d. Site Plan: The access roadway shall comply with the requirements of Private Roadways and
Fire Lanes listed above. A scaled site plan showing the path of the Fire District access, the width,
turn radii, load-bearing capacity of roadway surface, etc. shall be provided.
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.
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.
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.
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 h drant 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. 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.
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. Residential Occupant Notification: Group R, Division 1 Occupancies provided with an approved
automatic fire sprinkler system shall have an approved means of occupant notification. Occupant
notification shall result from the actuation of any water-flow device or manual fire alarm box.The
system shall notify all occupants simultaneously.
7. Fire Suppression System: Plans and specifications for the fire suppression system for the protection of
commercial-type cooking equipment or other special hazard 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.
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.
9. Access ControVTraffic Calming Device Permit: A Fire District permit is required to install any access
control device, traffic-calming device, or gate on any access roadway. Applicable CC&R's,or other
approved documents,shall contain provisions that prohibit obstructions such as traffic-calming devices
(speed bumps, humps, etc.), control gates, bollards, or other modifications in fire lanes or access
roadways without prior written approval of the Fire District, Fire Safety Division
10. 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.
11. Restricted Residential Access: Gated or access for all residential development, exceeding two(2)
residences, shall comply with the following:
a. All access gates shall be automatic opening.
b. All automatic gates shall be provided with a Fire District approved,compatible traffic pre-emption
device. Approved devices are available from Opticom (3M), Fire Strobe 2000 (Access Products
Inc.), and Tomar Electronics. Devices shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and specifications.
c. Installation of a Knox Rapid Entry System Key Box is required to be installed adjacent to
each gate in an approved location.
d. Vehicle access gates shall be provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key Switch.
e. The key switch shall be located in an approved location where clearly visible and readily
accessible.
f. The gate shall remain in the open position for not less than 20-minutes and shall
automatically reset. .
g. Fire Access only gates may be manually operated when approved by the Fire Safety Division.
12. Construction Access: Fire District access, a minimum 26-feet in width and 14-feet,6-inches minimum
clear height shall be provided. These minimum clearances shall be maintained free and clear of any
obstructions at all times, in accordance with Fire District Standards.Contact the Fire Safety Division
(909)477-2770
13. Site Directory: A building or site directory shall be provided, as noted below:
a. Lighted directory within 20-feet of each primary entrance to the site.The site directory shall
be constructed, located, and installed in accordance with Fire Safety Division Standards.
b. Standard Directory in building lobby.
c. Other:
Contact the Fire Construction Services at 909 477-2713.
14. Phased Construction: Each phase shall be provided with approved Fire District access roadways.
Dead-end roadways shall not exceed the maximum permitted by the Fire Code or Fire District
standards.
15. 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.
16. Address Single-family: New single-family dwellings shall post the address with minimum 4-inch
numbers on a contrasting background. The numbers shall be internally or externally illuminated during
periods of darkness. The numbers shall be visible from the street. When building setback from the
public roadway exceeds 100 feet, additional 4-inch numbers shall be displayed at the property entry.
17. Multi-unit Complexes: In multi-unit complexes approved address numbers, and/or building identification
letters shall be provided on the front and back of all units,suites, or buildings. The Fire District shall
review and approve the numbering plan in coordination with the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
18. 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.
19. 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.