HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-185 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-185
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2003-00336, FOR 319 APARTMENT UNITS ON 12.85 ACRES
OF LAND IN THE MIXED-USE/HIGH RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (24-30
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) OF THE VICTORIA ARBORS VILLAGE OF
THE VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN, LOCATED SOUTH OF CHURCH
STREET, ON THE WEST SIDE OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD, NORTH OF
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF
- APN: 0227-201-39 AND 43.
A. Recitals.
1. Charles Joseph Associates filed an application on behalf of Fairfield Residential LLC for
the approval of Development Review DRC2003-00336, 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 10th day of December 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 bythe 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 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 property located south of Church Street and north of
Foothill Boulevard,with a street frontage of approximately 690 feet along Day Creek Boulevard and
lot depth of approximately 810 feet and is presently undeveloped property; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is undeveloped property in the Mixed
Use/High Residential District, the property to the south consists of undeveloped land in the Mixed
Use/Commercial Regional Related, the property to the east is the Victoria Gardens Regional Mall
which is under-construction, and the property to the west is the Southern California Edison Corridor,
and
C. The proposed project is subject to noise levels in excess of 65 CNEL along Day
Creek Boulevard, which can be mitigated to acceptable levels as described in the Noise Study
prepared for the project; and
d. 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
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e. The project is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Designation and the
Victoria Arbors Village Master Plan and Design Guidelines of the Victoria Community Plan Land Use
district, of Mixed Use/Medium Residential, which were approved by the City Council on
December 20, 2000; and
f. The proposed project conforms to the standards and regulations of the
Development Code, as well as the Victoria Community Plan, in terms of setbacks, building
separation, parking, and provision of recreational amenities as noted in the staff report and exhibits;
and
g. 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 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. 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 7, 1999, the City Council certified the Environmental Impact Report (State
Clearinghouse No. 98041137)as adequate and complete. On December 20, 2000, the City Council
adopted Facts and Findings and Overriding Considerations for approving the Victoria Arbors Land
Use entitlements. On March 21, 2001, the City Council approved an addendum to the EIR (State
Clearing House No. 98041137) for approving the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Tentative
Tract. Based on the Initial Study prepared by the City s Environmental Consultant, LSA Associates,
Inc., it was determined that the project as described above is within the scope of the certified EIR
and the Addendum. Further it was determined that none of the elements set forth in Public
Resources Code Section 21166 or Section 15162 of the California Environmental Quality Act
Guidelines (CEQA) exists and therefore no subsequent or supplemental Environmental Impact
Report or Mitigated Negative Declaration is required to be prepared.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below
and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Planning Division
1) The developer shall display in the sales office a map, a model, or another
format that shows and informs the prospective buyer of all surrounding land
uses, subject to City Planner approval prior to approval of the sales office.
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2) All conditions of approval per Planning Commission Resolution No. 01-25
for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT15974 shall apply and are incorporated
herein by reference.
3) All conditions of approval for the Victoria Arbors Master Plan DR 91-04 as
contained in Planning Commission Resolution No. 01-23 shall apply and
are incorporated herein by reference.
4) Provide conduit to connect to the street and pre-wire houses/buildings for
fiber-optic use (minimum Category 5 and RG-6), prior to release of
occupancy. Plans shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval,
prior to the issuance of building permits.
5) The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the
Victoria Gardens Regional Center and Cultural Arts Center. The standard
format for the written notice shall be submitted to the City Planner for
review and approval, prior to issuance of building permits.
6) Mailbox structures shall be located on-site as directed by the Postmaster.
The design of the structure shall be complimentary to the architectural style
of the project and is subject to City Planner approval, prior to the issuance
of building permits.
7) Noise attenuation shall be provided in accordance with the Noise Study
prepared for the project by RBF Consulting, dated September 2003,
including the following:
• Units facing Day Creek Boulevard shall employ upgraded windows
into the building design to reduce noise levels below City Code. The
upgraded windows shall meet or exceed the performance criteria
forth within the table below:
Table— Recommended Window Treatment
Acoustical Analysis by RBF Consulting dated September 2003
Element EWNR STC
Fixed Window 24 26
Operable Window 28 30
Sliding Glass Door 27 29
EWNR— Equivalent Wall Noise Reduction
STC—Standard Transmission Coefficient
• Any balconies or patios that face Day Creek Boulevard shall
incorporate a barrier that is at least 6 feet high as measured from the
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floor. The patio enclosure shall be uniform from top to bottom and
eliminate any openings. Acceptable materials for the construction of
the noise barrier shall have a weight of 3.5 pounds per square foot of
surface area and may be composed of masonry block, stucco veneer
over wood framing, glass or transparent material (1/4 inch thick), or
any combination of these materials.
• The final site design shall implement centralized
heating/ventilation/air-conditioning units (HVAC) on all the affected
units to ensure noise levels will be below 45dBA CNEL with the
windows and doors closed. Additionally, the HVAC units shall be
designed to supply two air changes per hour for each habitable room,
with a minimum of 15 cubic feet per minute of outside air per
occupant. The fresh air inlet duct shall be of sound attenuating
construction and shall consist of 10 feet of straight or curved duct
plus one sharp 90-degree bend.
8) The carport post shall be wrapped or clad by 2X wood material as a base,
approximately 36-inches in height.
9) The Landscape concept shall incorporate the use of earthenware or clay
pots throughout the project to enhance the visibility of year-round color.
10) Balcony and patios, which will require noise protection along Day Creek
Boulevard frontage, shall incorporate the use of sound barriers constructed
as low-level walls (approximately 4-feet in height) framed on top by the
Lexan glass panels.
11) All rock or stone veneers shall be extended below the ground surface as
approved by the City Planner and the Building Official.
12) Windows shall be provided with all garage doors.
13) Summary of Impacts and Mitigation contained in the Final EIR entitled
"Final Environmental Impact Report Victoria Village SCH No. 98041137"
and as modified by the Addendum to the EIR for Tentative Tract Map
15974 and Tentative Parcel Map 15641 shall apply.
14) Provide conduit for future fiber optic use on all streets required for this
project as follows: Day Creek Boulevard shall have four 2-inch conduits,
one 3-inch conduit, and one 4-inch conduit. All other streets shall have one
3-inch conduit.
15) Master Infrastructure Allocation, Infrastructure Cost Estimate and Cost
Sharing Agreement shall be subjected to the final CFD Report and as
approved by City Engineer.
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Engineering Division
1) All pertinent conditions of Planning Commission Resolution No. 01-24 for
SUBTT15641, Planning Commission Resolution No. 01-25 for Tentative
Tract 15974, and the Arbors Development Agreement shall apply.
2) The Traffic Impact Analysis fair share traffic mitigation for improvements
within the City shall be accomplished through the City's established
Transportation Fee Program. The Traffic Impact Analysis fair share traffic
mitigation for improvements outside the City limits shall be proportionally
paid prior to each final map recordation. Fair share amount for
DRC2003-00336 is $11,248.82.
3) Day Creek Boulevard shall be improved and/or maintained in accordance
with the City's "Major Divided Arterial" standards including, but not limited
to, curb, gutter, sidewalk, street trees, street lights, signing, and striping.
4) The driveways shall be designed in accordance with the City's "Driveway
Policy"and shall accommodate emergency vehicles as well as truck/trailer
turning movements.
5) The design at the intersection of the extension of Victoria Gardens Lane
and Day Creek Boulevard at the traffic signal locations shall be a street
type entrance with curb returns. The public right-of-way will terminate
westerly of the ECR.
6) Provide a catch basin upstream from the main driveway entrance at Day
Creek Boulevard to eliminate cross gutters.
7) Access other than at traffic signal locations shall be per City Standard
No. 101 Type "C."
8) A Water Quality Management Plan(WQMP) is required and shall meet the
approval of the City Engineer prior to Grading Permit Approval.
9) Street Trees shall be planted per the City's Street Tree Requirement and
Policy.
10) The traffic signal equipment shall be protected, modified and relocated as
required. A traffic signal easement shall be required. Concrete pavers may
be constructed within the loop detection area. All work shall be completed
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
11) A reciprocal joint use access and maintenance agreement shall be required
with the property to the south.
12) A subdivision map or lot line adjustment shall be recorded prior to issuance
of building permit.
13) No pavers will be permitted within the public street right-of-way at any
driveway entrance.
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14) A storm drain manhole shall be required at the private/public connection to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
15) Prior to the issuance of building permits, a Diversion Deposit and related
administrative fees shall be paid for the Construction and Demolition
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
1) The applicant shall implement all pertinent mitigation measures adopted in
the Master Environmental Impact Report Victoria Arbors Master Plan as
covered by the Environmental Impact Report as certified bythe City Council
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The project shall comply with the
Mitigation Monitoring Program contained in the"Final Environmental Impact
Report Victoria Arbors Village" SCH 98041137.
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: Y.,A ) SI
Larry T.60iel, Vice Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Butte ., ecreta
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
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00336
SUBJECT: FAIRFIELD APARTMENTS
APPLICANT: CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES/FAIRFIELD RESIDENTIAL LLC
LOCATION: SOUTH OF CHURCH STREET, WEST OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD
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 --J---J—
agents,
/_Jagents,officers,or employees,because of the issuance of such approval,or in the alternative,to
relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers,.or
employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents, officers, or
employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may,at its sole
discretion,participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such participation
shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. Approval of DRC2003-00336 is granted subject to the approval of Variance DRC2003-00823.
3. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 03-185, Standard —/—J—
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s)are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and
are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. .
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date
of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, the Victoria Community Plan and the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and Design
Guidelines.
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2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions JJ_
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division
to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be _JJ_
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 J�
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 JJ-
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 J�
by the City Planner and Police Department(477-2800) prior to the issuance of building permits.
Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location,height,and method of shielding so as not to
adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. Trash receptacle(s)are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations,and
the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits.
9. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be JJ-
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete
or masonrywalls,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, JJ-
including proper illumination.
11. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property JJ-
owner,homeowners'association,or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape
maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approved prior to
the issuance of building permits.
12. Six-foot decorative block walls/fences shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a JJ-
double wall condition would result,the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the
adjoining property owners to provide a single wall. Developer shall notify,by mail,all contiguous
property owner at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing walls/ fences along the
project's perimeter.
13. For multiple family development, laundry facilities shall be provided as required by the JJ-
Development Code.
14. For multiple family development,a minimum of 125 cubic feet of exterior lockable storage space
shall be provided.
15. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the JJ-
Development Code.
16. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured JJ
products.
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D. Building Design
1. An alternative energy system is required to provide domestic hot water for all dwelling units and
for heating any swimming pool or spa,unless other alternative energy systems are demonstrated
to be of equivalent capacity and efficiency. All swimming pools installed at the time of initial
development shall be supplemented with solar heating. Details shall be included in the building
plans and shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the 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. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,entrances, _J_J_
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
4. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth _J_l—
from back of sidewalk.
5. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner,City Engineer, and Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
For residential development,private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-around space
in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking into the public
right-of-way.
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. Category 5 telephone cable or fiber optic cable shall be provided. _J_J—
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: 10% - 48-inch box or larger 10% - 36-inch box or larger, 10% -24- inch box or
larger, 70% - 15-gallon.
3. Within parking lots,trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking _J_J_
stalls.
4. 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.
5. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater _J_J_
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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
B. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Day Creek
Boulevard.
9. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the _J_/_ .
perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
11. 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. Directory monument sign(s)shall be provided for apartment,condominium,or town homes prior __J__J_
to occupancy and shall require separate application and approval bythe Planning Division priorto
issuance of building permits.
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.
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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 prior to final occupancy release of the affected homes.
3. 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 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
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid over structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION,(909)477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
K. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following: ��—
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
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 If, 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_J—
the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
5. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the
Building and Safety Division.
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6. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can —1�—
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., DRC2001-00001). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted California Codes, and all other applicable codes, ordinances,and regulations in
effect at the time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety Division for availability of
the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential project or major addition,the applicant
shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include,but are not limited to:
City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,Transportation Development Fee, Permit and
Plan Check Fees, and School Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to
the Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract/parcel map ��—
recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday �—J—
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public �—J—
counter).
6. Submit pool plans to the County of San Bernardino's Environmental Health Services Department ��—
for approval.
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—J-
7. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A ��-
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. —/—/—
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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 _J_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 �—J—
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. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
Varies total feet on Victoria Park Lane extension _J_1-
2. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards. __J—I-
3. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or by
deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building
permits, where no map is involved.
4. Reciprocal parking agreements for all parcels and maintenance agreements ensuring joint
maintenance of all common roads, drives, or parking areas shall be provided by CC & R's or
deeds and shall be recorded prior to, or concurrent with, the final parcel map.
5. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
6. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be _J__J_
dedicated to the City.
P. Street Improvements
1. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to: —J --
Curb& AC. Side- Drlve Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Day Creek Boulevard X I X I X I X I X X
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
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 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
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. —J—J-
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.
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Min.
Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing Size* City.
Day Creek Washingtonia Mexican 4' 25'O.C. 15' Min. Fill
Boulevard robusta(Min.of 5' Fan Palm Staggered B.T.H.or in
away from streetlight) rows on match est.
alternate heights
sides of walk
Parkway Pyruss callerana NCN 4' 25' O.C. 15 Gal.
'Aristocrat' Staggered Matched
rows on standards
alternate
sides of walk
Background Brachychiton Bottle Tree 5' 25 O.C. 15 Gal.
populneus Background
where room
Victoria Park Rhus lancea African 5' 20'O.C. 15 Gal.
Lane Sumac
P.A. Less than 8
P.A. 8'or Pinus canariensis Canary 8' 25O.C. 15 Gal.
Greater Island Pine
'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 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.
Design Notes:
1) Street trees on new streets are to be selected from the Citys approved street tree list,
based upon available planting area (typically between back-of-curb and the sidewalk).
Established streets should already have designated tree species. Contact Dawn Rourk at
(909)477-2740 for information.
2) Street trees are to be shown on street or other public improvement plans signed by the City
Engineer, and constructed per the same.
3) Street trees shown on Planning Division submittals are conceptual only.
4) Interior streets will be required to select deciduous trees for east-west streets and
evergreen trees for north-south streets from the City's approved street tree list. Wind-
prone areas may be required to utilize a more deciduous palette.
5) Indicated spacings and sizes are requirements for City-maintained trees only. Where the
tree concept goes beyond areas of influence near public improvements and/or.any City
maintenance easement, spacings and sizes will be per the on-site plans approved by the
Planning Division. On-site and off-site plans shall be coordinated.
6) Street improvement plans shall reflect the legend and notes indicated below. In some
cases, when details about parkway sizes or utilities are unavailable at the time of
conditioning,options are provided for various situations. It is the designer's responsibility
to ascertain the context of the tree planting,select the appropriate tree option,and omit any
erroneous information on the final legend.
7) Street improvement plans shall reflect a line item within the construction legend to state
street trees shall be installed per the notes and legend.
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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
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
Beautification Master Plan: Day Creek Boulevard.
R. 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.
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.
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.
T. General Requirements and Approvals
1. 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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
U. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,with
direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the entire
development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
V. 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 _J_J_
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.
W. Security Fencing
1. All businesses or residential communities with security fencing and gates will provide the police
with a keypad access and a unique code.The initial code is to be submitted to the Police Crime
Prevention Unit along with plans. If this code is changed due to a change in personnel or for any
other reason, the new code must be supplied to the Police via the 24-hour dispatch center at
(909)941-1488 or by contacting the Crime Prevention Unit at(909)477-2800 extension 2474 or
extension 2475.
X. 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.
Y. 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�/2"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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FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
-...x FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
RCFPD STANDARD CONDITIONS
FD PLAN REVIEW#: DRC2003-00336 (PRJ2003-00116)
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00336
PROJECT NAME: Meritage at Victoria Arbors
DATE: November 16, 2003
PLAN TYPE: MFR
APPLICANT NAME: Chuck Buquet (Charles Joseph & Associates)
OCCUPANCY CLASS: Group R-1/1-1-1
FLOOR AREA (S): Maximum sq. footage: Type III,Bldg: 44,936 sq. ft.
TYPE CONSTRUCTION: Type not specified: Assumed V-N
FIRE PROTECTION NFPA 13R per RCFPD STD 10-5 (3-story Bldgs) with Central Station
SYSTEM REQUIRED: Monitoring
LOCATION: NWC Victoria Park Lane and Day Creek Blvd.
FD REVIEW BY: Moises Eskenazi, Sr. Plans Examiner
PLANNER: Debra Meier
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS —
The applicant is responsible for:
1. Submitting 3 sets of site plans to FCS for approval of the Fire Department access
roadways prior to the architectural submittal to the Building Department. The Fire
Department access roadways must comply with all the requirements of the
RCFPD fire Lane Standards or the access must be mitigated in accordance to
RCFPD standard 10-5. Reciprocal agreements or easements must be recorded
prior to building permit issuance.
2. The applicant is responsible for submitting proof of annexation of the project to
the Community Facilities district 85-1 for fire Protection, before the building
permits are issued.
3. Providing a fire flow test before the issuance of the building permits.
4. Complying with the following standard conditions during the course of the
project.
FSC-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply
1. General Guidance for Fire Hydrants: The following provides general guidance for the spacing and location
of fire hydrants. Remember these are the maximum permitted distances between fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in 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. 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 forty-feet(40')from any building.
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Minimum Fire Flow with Automatic Fire Sprinklers: The required minimum fire flow for this project is 2875
gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure of 20 pounds per square inch. This flow reflects a 50
percent reduction for the installation of an approved automatic fire sprinkler system with central station
monitoring. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A, as amended, and Fire
District Ordinances and Standards. The fire flow requirement may change based on the largest building
and or the type of construction
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(Onsite)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.
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.
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.
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. Multi-family residential structures in excess of 4 units may require an approved means of
occupant notification of water flow switch operation.
Contact the Fire Construction Services Unit Division (909)477-2713
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. 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. All Roadways in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with an approved turn-around.
3. 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).
4. Access Walkways: Approved access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access road to all
required building exterior openings.
5. Restricted Residential Access: Gates 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. Vehicle.access gates shall be provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key Switch.
C. 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.
d. The gate shall remain in the open position for not less than 20-minutes and shall automatically
reset.
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.
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.
FSC-10 Hazard Control Permits-Technical Comments
The below indicated permit requirements are based on those permits commonly associated with the
projects operations or building construction. As noted below Special Permits may be required, dependent
upon approved use(s)the applicant must contact the Fire Safety Division for specific information:
Note: Carefully review the items below. There may be significant impact on the proposed project.
Italicized text indicates a Rancho Cucamonga Fire District amendment.
1. Operate a place of public assembly.
FSC-5 Fire Department Permits—Technical Comments
The below indicated permit requirements are based on those permits commonly associated with the projects
operations or building construction. As noted below Special Permits may be required, dependent upon approved
use(s)the applicant must contact the Fire Safety Division for specific information:
Note: Carefully review the items below. There may be significant impact,on the proposed project.
Italicized text indicates a Rancho Cucamonga Fire District amendment.
1. Operate a place of public assembly(recreation room exceeding 49 occupants).
FSC-6 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 2000/2001 Building,
Fire, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical Code; Health and Safety Code; Public Resources
Code; and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD39, Guidelines and Standards.
NOTE: In addition to the fees due at this time please note that separate plan check fees for tenant
improvements, Fre protection systems and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed at time of submittal of
plans.
FSC-7 Alternate Materials and Methods
The Fire Safety Division will review requests for alternate materials and methods within the scope of our
authority. The request must be submitted on the Fire District"Application for Altemate Method"form along with
supporting documents.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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. Access Control/Traffic 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.
8. 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.
9. Restricted Residential Access: Gated or access for all residential development, exceeding two (2)
residences,shall comply with the following:
a. Al 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)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.
10. 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.
11. 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 directoryshall be
constructed, located, and installed in accordance with Fire Safety Division Standards.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14. Address- Other Than Single-family: New buildings other than single-family dwellings shall post the
address with minimum 8-inch numbers on contrasting background, visible from the street and electrically
illuminated during periods of darkness. When the building setback exceeds 200 feet from the public
street an additional non-illuminated 6-inch minimum number address shall be provided at the property
entrance.
15. 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.
16. 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.