HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-180 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-180
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP SUBTT16301, A SUBDIVISION OF 47 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS ON
13.2 ACRES OF LAND IN THE LOW-MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
(4-8 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) OF THE ETIWANDA SPECIFIC PLAN,
LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE,
APPROXIMATELY 685 FEET SOUTH OF BASE LINE ROAD;AND MAKING
FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF—APN: 0227-171-05 AND 07.
A. Recitals.
1. Centex Homes filed an application for the approval of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16301,
as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Tentative Tract
Map request is referred to as "the application."
2. On January 22, continued to February 26, and continued again to December 10, 2003,
the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing
on the application and concluded said hearing on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW,THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on January 22, February 26, and December 10,2003, including written and
oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to 13.2 acres of vacant property located on the west side of
Etiwanda Avenue, approximately 685 feet south of Base Line Road; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is improved with single-family homes
(Tracts SUBTT15947 and SUBTT15948), the property to the south consists of vacant property
proposed for development(Tract SUBTT16445)and"The Gardens"banquet facility, the property to
the east is vacant and under construction with single-family homes (Tract SUBTT16454), and the
property to the west is vacant and proposed for development(Victoria Arbors Planned Community-
Tract SUBTT15974); and
C. The project consists of the subdivision of 47 single-family lots in the Etiwanda
Specific Plan area; and
d. The lot sizes range from 7,207 to 27,642 square feet, with an average lot size of
10,001 square feet; and
e. The two lots (Lots 1 and 2) on the east end of the site fall under the Etiwanda
Avenue Overlay and will accommodate the design of front-on homes; and
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f. The subdivision design, lot size, and dimensions are compatible with the
Low-Medium District and Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan; and
g. A Tree Removal Permit (DRC2002-00281) has been submitted because
development of the site will require the removal, relocation, and replacement of trees on-site; and
h. A Minor Exception (DRC2003-01013)was approved on October 27, 2003, for the
expansion of the perimeter wall height at the rear of Lots 43 through 47 to a maximum height of 7-1/4
feet.
i. The site will gain access from Etiwanda Avenue and the future Victoria Park Lane
through access agreements from William Lyon Company and "Victoria Arbors."
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. That the tentative tract is consistent with the General Plan, Development Code,and
any applicable specific plans; and
b. The design or improvements of the tentative tract is consistent with the General
Plan, Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage and avoidable injury to humans and wildlife or their habitat; and
e. The tentative tract is not likely to cause serious public health problems; and
f. The design of the tentative tract will not conflict with any easement acquired by the
public at large, now of record, for access through or use of the property within the proposed
subdivision.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration,together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
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reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project,which are listed
below as conditions of approval.
C. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c)of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources orthe habitat upon
which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning
Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of
adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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) All Conditions of Approval from Conditional Use Permit
DRC2003-00280 and Minor Exception DRC2003-01013 shall applywith
approval of this project.
2) Tree Removal Permit DRC2002-00281 is hereby approved for the
removal of trees for the development of the site. The
applicant/developer shall be required to remove, relocate, and replace
trees subject to Environmental Mitigation Biological Resources
Condition No. 1 listed below. The Tree Removal Permit is valid for 60
days from the date of the issuance of building and/or grading permits.
3) If construction, such as for grading or block walls, results in removal of
tree roots that would damage or undermine the stability of the
Eucalyptus windrow and Walnut tree that run at the west end of the
site, approximately 10 feet south of the property, then the trees shall be
removed and replaced by the applicant/developer subject to the
permission of the property owner. An arborist report shall be prepared
to evaluate impact of improvements and make appropriate
recommendations, prior to issuance of any grading permits or building
permits.
4) The perimeter wall along Etiwanda Avenue shall be made of a
decorative material and designed to be open with a combination of real
river rock and wrought iron fencing, to the satisfaction of the City
Planner.
5) If the project is developed prior to the"Victoria Arbors"development to
the west, the perimeter wall along the west property boundary of Lots
19, 35, and 41 shall be made of a decorative wall material.
Regardless, the perimeter wall along the west property boundary of Lot
42 shall be made of a decorative wall material with real river rock
pilasters.
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6) The wall along the south side of Lots 42 through 47 shall be made of a
decorative material, to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
7) All pilasters shall be made of real river rock with a decorative cap and
be a minimum of 30 inches by 30 inches in size.
8) The perimeter walls along the sides of Lots 1, 36, and 47, and at the
rear of Lots 20 through 29 shall be made of a solid masonry material. If
the lots are developed prior to the proposed tract to the south
(SUBTT16445), the walls shall be made of a decorative material.
9) All retaining walls visible to the public shall be made of a decorative
wall material, subject to review and approval by the City Planner.
10) The applicant shall coordinate with the William Lyon Company to
ensure the perimeter wall along the entire north side of"The Garden"
banquet facility is the same material and design.
11) The 25-foot Palm tree shall be preserved and relocated on-site to Lot 1
or 2 along Etiwanda Avenue, to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
12) The applicant shall get permission from adjacent property owners for
any off-site grading.
Engineering Division:
1) The entry street to Etiwanda Avenue shall be 36 feet curb-to-curb and
fully improved with this development.
2) Victoria Park Lane street improvements shall be completed from Base
Line Road to "C" Street.
3) "B" Street shall be completed from Base Line Road via Victoria Park
Lane, Mosaic Drive, and "W-W" Street.
4) A separate detailed Striping Plan for Etiwanda Avenue shall be required
along with the Street Improvement Plan.
5) Etiwanda Avenue shall be fully improved in accordance with City
"Secondary Highway" standards including, but not limited to, curb,
gutter, sidewalk, streetlights, street trees, signing and striping.
6) Provide a separate right tum lane on Etiwanda Avenue at the "Entry
Street."
7) No driveways will be permitted directly to Etiwanda Avenue.
8) All internal local streets shall be improved to City "Local Street"
standards including, but not limited to, curb, gutter, sidewalk,
streetlights, street trees, signing, and striping.
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9) Etiwanda Avenue requires rock curb per City Standard No. 105-B,
which reflects a 10-inch curb face instead of a standard 8-inch curb
face.
10) Provide for a "Class II" Bike Lane along Etiwanda Avenue frontage.
11) The Etiwanda-San Sevaine Drainage Area is that portion of property
lying within 500 feet of the centerline of Etiwanda Avenue. The
developer shall be required to pay the City's adopted drainage fee
(Master Plan and Regional), as well as reimbursement to other
development for over sizing of drainage facilities as determined by the
City Engineer. Tract 15711-1 has provided land for an area wide
detention basin. The owner of the land is eligible for reimbursement to
recover the proportionate cost of the land and ultimate basin related
facilities(outlet, etc). The fair share amount has been determined to be
$5,000.00 per acre and shall be paid prior to recordation of the map.
12) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of the
existing overhead utilities(telecommunications and electrical,except for
the 66kV electrical) on the opposite side of Etiwanda Avenue shall be
paid to the City prior to the issuance of building permits. The fee shall
be one-half the City adopted unit amount times the length of the project
frontage. Based on the street frontage, the fee is $35,145.00.
13) The developer shall join the newly formed CFD 01-01 and pay the
necessary fair share portion, including interest (Resolution 01-066)for
development of the infrastructure. The fee shall be paid in full (lump
sum) prior to recordation of the Final Map. The fee amount for the
anniversary date of March 1, 2004, is $219,208.27. The actual fee will
be determined at time of recordation.
14) The developer shall also join the newly formed CFD 2003-01 and pay
the necessary fair share portion, including interest(Resolution 01-066)
for development of the infrastructure. The fee shall be paid in full(lump
sum) prior to recordation of the Final Map. The fee amount for the
anniversary date of March 1, 2004, is $16, 951.45. The actual fee will
be determined at time of recordation.
15) A Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) is required and shall meet
the approval of the City Engineer prior to grading permit approval.
16) Install private landscaping and irrigation systems in the parkways along
Etiwanda Avenue prior to public improvements being accepted by the
City.
17) Any catch basin in a sump condition shall be designed as two separate
independent catch basins with a Q100 inlet for each.
18) Prior to the issuance of building permits, a diversion deposit and related
administrative fees shall be paid for the Construction and Demolition
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Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if at least 50 percent
of all wastes generated during construction and demolition are diverted
from landfills, and appropriate documentation is provided to the City.
Form CD-1 shall be submitted to the Engineering Division when the first
building permit application is submitted to Building and Safety. Form
CD-2 shall be submitted to the Engineering Division within 60 days
following the completion of the construction and/or demolition project.
Environmental Mitigation
Water
1) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall identify 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.
Air Quality
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
approved by South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
and Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) daily to reduce
Particulate Matter (PM1o) emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD
Rule 403.
2) Etiwanda Avenue and Victoria Park Lane 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.
5) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment
used on-site based on low emission factors and high-energy efficiency.
The construction contractor shall ensure the Construction Grading
Plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned
and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers' specifications.
6) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel
powered equipment where feasible.
7) The construction contractor shall ensure that Construction Grading
Plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
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Biological Resources
1) All trees identified for removal shall be replaced with 15-gallon
Eucalyptus maculata, 8 feet on center, as required by the Tree
Preservation Ordinance. The 25-foot Palm tree should be preserved
through relocation on-site along Etiwanda Avenue.
Noise
1) During all project site excavation and grading on-site, the project
contractors shall equip all construction equipment, fixed or mobile,with
properly operating and maintained mufflers consistent with
manufacturers' standards.
2) The project contractor shall place all stationary construction equipment
so that emitted noise is directed away from sensitive receptors adjacent
to the project site.
3) The construction contractor shall locate equipment staging areas that
will create the greatest distance between construction related noise
sources and noise sensitive receptors nearest the project site during all
project construction.
4) During all project site construction, the construction contractor shall
limit all construction related activities to between the hours of 6:30 a.m.
and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No construction is permitted
on Sundays and Government holidays.
Cultural Resources
1) The existing river rock curbs along Etiwanda Avenue shall be restored
and/of reconstructed in conformance with adopted City standards.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2003.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: �
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Carry T. cNiel, Vice Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad ,Bu ecretary
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 03-180_
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I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 10th day of December 2003, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: SUBTT16301 and DRC2002-00280
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 MMP Reporting 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
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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 Community Development Department. The
Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds(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 prior
to the issuance of building permits.
(:\FINAL\CEQA\MMP Form-revmpd
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: SUBTT16301 / DRC2002-00280 Applicant: Centex Homes
Initial Study Prepared by: Warren Morelion, Assistant Planner Date: December 30, 2002
MonitoringMitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verif led Sanctions f I
Implementing Action for Date/initials Non-Comploian,ce
W ater
Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall CP/CE B Review of Plans C 2
identify Best Management Practices to be implemented during
the period the site is under construction. Best Management
Practices shall be identified on the grading plans for review
and approval by the City Engineer.
Air Quality
The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing CP C Review of Plans C 2
agent (approved by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality
Control Board[RWQCB])daily to reduce PMiu emissions, in
accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. -
Etiwanda Avenue and Victoria Park Lane shall be swept CP C Review of Plans C 2
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.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds CP C Review of Plans C 2
exceed'25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions from the site
during such episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and CP C Review of Plans C 2
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas
that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM10
emissions.
The construction contractor shall select the construction CP B Review of Plans C 2
equipment used on-site based on low emission factors and
high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall
ensure the construction grading plans include a statement
that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturers'specifications.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean CP C Review of plans C 2
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that construction- CP B Review of Plans C 2
grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off
equipment when not in use.
Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible . . of Verif led Sanctions for,
MonitoringImplementing Action for
Date finitials Non-Compliance
Biological Resources
All trees identified for removal shall be replaced with 15-gallon CP D Review of Plans A/C 3
Eucalyptus maculata, 8 feet on center, as required by the
Tree Preservation Ordinance. The 25-foot Palm tree should
be preserved through relocation on-site along Etiwanda
Avenue.
Noise
During all project site excavation and grading on-site, the CP C Review of Plans A 4
project contractors shall equip all construction equipment,
fixed or mobile, with properly operating and maintained
mufflers consistent with manufacturers'standards.
The project contractor shall place all stationary construction CP C Review of Plans A 4
equipment so that emitted noise is directed away from
sensitive receptors nearest the project site.
The construction contractor shall locate equipment staging CP C Review of Plans A 4
areas that will create the greatest distance between
construction related noise sources and noise sensitive
receptors nearest the project site during all project
construction.
During project construction,the construction contractor shall CP C Review of Plans A 4
limit all construction related activities to between the hours of
6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. No
construction is permitted on Sundays and Government
holidays.
Cultural Resources
The existing river rock curbs along Etiwanda Avenue shall be CP D Review of Plans A/C 3
restored and/or reconstructed in conformance with adopted
City standards.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person .. _ Monitoring Frequency Method of Verification Sanctions
CDD-Community Development Director or designee A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map
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/Plans) 4-Stop Work Order
PO-Police Captain or designee E-Operating 5-Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC-Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD. CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: SUBTT16301
SUBJECT: 47-LOT SUBDIVISION
APPLICANT: CENTEX HOMES
LOCATION: WEST SIDE OF ETIWANDA AVENUE, SOUTH OF BASE LINE ROAD
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 attorney's fees which the City, its agents, officers, or
employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may,at its sole
discretion,participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such participation
shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
El. Time Limits
1. This tentative tract map or tentative parcel map shall expire, unless extended by the Planning
Commission, unless a complete final map is filed with the City Engineer within 3 years from the
date of the approval.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, and the Etiwanda Specific Plan. .
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. 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.
SC-10-03 1
Project No. SUBTT16301
Completion Date
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Street names shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval in accordance with the
adopted Street Naming Policy prior to approval of the final map.
7. All 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.
D. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior
final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier in
accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110,and so noted on the grading plans. The
location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees shall be
shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's
recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
3. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope,but less than 2:1
slope,shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area, and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
5. For single-family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be continuously
maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is sold
and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units,an inspection shall be
conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in satisfactory condition.
6. The final design of the perimeter parkways,walls,landscaping,and sidewalks shall be included in
the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Division.
7. 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.
8. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
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9. New windrow planting of Eucalyptus Maculata (Spotted Gum) is required at a ratio of 50 linear
feet per acre. The size,spacing,staking,and irrigation of these trees shall comply with the Citys
Tree Preservation Ordinance (RCMC 19.08.100).
E. Environmental
1. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required to
post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of $719.00 prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory
performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used bythe Cityto
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.
F. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S.Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION,(909)477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
G. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
I. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics,underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number(i.e., TT#, CUP#, DR #, etc.)clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet"signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers'Compensation coverage to
the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
5. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and submittal requirements.
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H. 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., SUBTT16301). 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. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract/parcel map
recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
3. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
I. 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. 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. --J--/—
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the ___
time of application for grading plan check.
4. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared,stamped,and signed by a California
registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
K. 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):
50 total feet on Etiwanda Avenue —�
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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 turn lane,
a parallel street tree maintenance easement shall be provided.
L. Street Improvements
1. All public improvements(interior streets,drainage facilities,community trails,paseos,landscaped
areas, etc.) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards.
Interior street improvements shall include, but are not limited to,curb and gutter,AC pavement,
drive approaches, sidewalks, street lights, and street trees.
2. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes,regulations and
ordinances, all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council,except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95 percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
3. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvml walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Etiwanda Avenue X I X X X X
4. 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
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
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
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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 corners 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 —J—J_
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 —J—J_
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.
5. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in —J—J_
accordance with the Citys street tree program.
6. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed —J--J—
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' Gty.
Etiwanda Avenue Eucalyptus Red Gum 8 ft. 30 ft. 5 gal. Fill-In
camaldulensis O.C.
`TREES SHALL BE 15-GALLON SIZE UNLESS OTHERWISE APPROVED.
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 reportshall 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.
7. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with --/—J—
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.
M. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards shall —J--/—
be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or issuance
of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways, medians,
paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape Maintenance
District: Etiwanda Avenue.
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2. Public landscape areas are required to incorporate substantial areas(40%)of mortared cobble or
other acceptable non-irrigated surfaces.
3. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
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.
4. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
N. Drainage and Flood Control
1. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final map
approval or the issuance of building permits,whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities shall
be installed as required by the City Engineer.
2. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the
property from adjacent areas.
3. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe measured
from the outer edge of a mature tree trunk.
4. Public storm drain easements shall be graded to convey overflows in the event of a blockage in a
sump catch basin on the public street.
O. 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.
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.
P. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Etiwanda/San Sevaine Area Regional Mainline,Secondary Regional,and Master Plan Drainage
Fees shall be paid prior to final map approval or prior to building permit issuance if no map is
involved.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City,covering the estimated operating costs for all
new streetlights for the first six months of operation,prior to final map approval or prior to building
permit issuance if no map is involved.
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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STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT/FILE #: SUBTT16301 APPLICANT NAME: JDR Property Limited
PROJECT NAME: JDR property limited OCCUPANCY CLASS: Group R-3
W/S of Etiwanda s/o
Baseline & n/o The
LOCATION: gardens FLOOR AREA (S): Not known
DATE: November 5-2003 CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Type V-N
PLAN TYPE: SFR tract, public streets FD REVIEW BY: Moises Eskenazi
PLANNER: ANNEXATION: N/R Fire: Non-High Hazard
Building permits will not be issued without approved water plans from CCWD and
FCS.
A fire flow letter will be required upon plan check submittal for the home construction.
Proof annexation is also required prior to permit issuance
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS
FSC-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply. Water(fire) plans must be approved
by RCFPD and CCWD prior to permit issuance
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 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.
b. 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.
c. 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.
d. Fire hydrants are to be located:
i. At the entrance(s)to a project from the existing public roadways. This includes subdivisions
and industrial parks.
ii. At intersections.
iii. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
iv. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs.
v. The location of fire hydrants is based upon the operational needs of the Fire District to
control a fire.
vi. Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of 40 feet from any building.
2. Minimum Fire Flow: The required fire flow for this project Will be based on the square footage of the
largest structure built. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A, as
amended.
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.
4. Show Existing Fire Hydrants and Mains: Existing fire hydrants and mains within 600-feet of the
project shall be shown on the water plan submitted for review and approval. Include main size.
FSC-2 Private (On-Site) Water and/or Fire Sprinkler Underground Plans for Fire Protection
1. Number of Fire Hydrants: Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction
thereof, subject to standard spacing and distribution requirements.
FSC-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Access Roadways Defined: Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets, and highways,
as well as private roads, streets, drive aisles and designated fire lanes.
2. 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
3. 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.
FSC-5 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 ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Building permits will not be issued until
the water (fire) plans are submitted and approved by CCWD and Fire Construction
Services 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 hydrant flushing. The builder/developer
shall submit a copy of the Water District inspection report to the Fire Safety Division. Contact Water
District to schedule testing.
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION- Complete the following:
1. 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.
2. 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
3. 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.