HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-25 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 04-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. DRC2003-00847, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 92
ATTACHED CONDOMINIUMS CONSISTING OF 4 AND 6 UNIT CLUSTERS
ON 6.90 ACRES OF LAND IN THE FOOTHILL BOULEVARD-CUCAMONGA
CHANNEL MIXED-USE AREA WITHIN SUBAREA 1 OF THE FOOTHILL
DISTRICTS, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD,
WEST OF THE CUCAMONGA CHANNEL; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF—APN: 0207-101-32, 33, AND 50.
A. Recitals.
1. Fuscoe Engineering filed an application for the approval of Development Review
DRC2003-00847, 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 January 8, 2004, the applicant conducted a neighborhood meeting to present the
project and solicit community feedback. Seven residents attended the meeting.
3. On February 11, 2004, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date.
4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW,THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting on February 11, 2004, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to 6.90 acres of vacant property located on the north side of
Foothill Boulevard, west of the Cucamonga Channel, south and east of the abandoned Pacific
Electric Railway corridor; and
b. The site is triangular in shape and slopes southerly an average of approximately 4-5
percent,with the exception of an area at the northeast portion of the site where the slopes exceed 25
percent; and
C. The site is bordered by the planned Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail and vacant
land to the north, Foothill Boulevard and vacant land followed single-family development and a trailer
park to the south, the Cucamonga Channel followed by Vineyard Town Center to the east, and
vacant land to the west; and
d. The site has several scattered mature trees and a remnant Eucalyptus windrow at
the southwest end; and
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e. The site has been cleared under a previous demolition permit of two vacant
structures that were located near Foothill Boulevard; and
f. The project consists of the development of 92 attached condominiums, which
includes two 4-plex units, fourteen 6-plex units, and a recreation center with a pool and spa; and
g. The condominiums will be comprised of an uphill'and"flat'building product,each
with two separate floor plans. The "uphill' product will include 1,650 and 1,923 square foot units,
with 228 and 349 square foot courtyards, respectively. The"flat'building product will include 1,406
and 1,857 square foot units, with 244 and 225 or 295 square foot courtyards, respectively; and
h. A Tree Removal Permit(DRC2003-00849)and arborist report have been submitted
for removal and replacement of 25 trees on-site; and
i. A Variance application (DRC2003-00848) has been submitted in conjunction with
the tract for relief from the 30-foot maximum building height and 4-foot retaining wall height; and
j. The project will gain access from Foothill Boulevard.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above,this
Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. The proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and the
purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. 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 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.
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b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
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 Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16651 and
Variance DRC2003-00848, which pertain to this Development Review,
shall apply.
2) Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-00849 is hereby approved for the
removal of trees for the development of the site. The
applicant/developer shall be required to remove and replace trees
subject to Environmental Mitigation Numbers 1 and 2 under Biological
Resources listed below. The Tree Removal Permit is valid for 60 days
from the date of the issuance of building and/or grading permits.
3) Foothill Boulevard frontage improvements shall be in accordance with
the Foothill Boulevard Historic Route 66 Visual Improvement Plan's
typical suburban parkway design adopted by City Council Resolution
No. 02-037.
4) All retaining walls shall be made of a decorative wall material, subject
to review and approval by the City Planner.
5) The applicant shall get permission from adjacent property owners for
any off-site grading or improvements.
6) Provide direct access via a lockable gate from the site to the
Cucamonga Channel Regional Trail.
7) The applicant shall make a good faith effort to incorporate the vacant
offsite parcel (APN: 0207-101-13) that runs along Foothill Boulevard
into the project and landscape design. If this cannot be achieved, the
entry wall on the west side of the drive aisle shall be relocated on-site,
to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
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8) Provide a minimum of 4 additional feet between the parallel parking
spaces that exist south of the pool house.
Engineering Division:
1) According to the Federal Emergency Agency(FEMA) Flood Insurance
Rate Map (FIRM) panel 8630, a portion of the southwest comer of the
property may be located in Flood Zone W. The easterly end of this
area fronts Foothill Boulevard near the location that provides main
access to the site. It shall be the developer's responsibility to have the
current FIRM Zone'A'designation removed from the project area. The
developer shall provide drainage and/or flood protection facilities
sufficient to obtain an un-shaded Zone 'X' designation for the project
area. The developer's engineer shall prepare all of the necessary
reports, plans, and hydrologic/hydraulic calculations. A Conditional
Letter of Map Revision(CLOMR)shall be obtained from the FEMA prior
to approval of the final map or the issuance of building permits,
whichever occurs first. A LOMR shall be issued by FEMA prior to
occupancy or improvement acceptance, whichever occurs first. If the
FEMA is unwilling to revise the FIRM, elevation certificates shall be
provided for lots within the Flood Zone.
a) Plot Zone'A'limits on the Grading Plan. Determine and show the
necessary mitigation measures (flood walls, etc.). Your area of
responsibility shall include any and all property that may be
obtained (for entry access purposes)to the west/southwest of the
original project boundary.
b) Ordinance No. 669 contains the City's floodplain management
regulations. Flood Zone 'A' is a "Special Flood Hazard Area"
(SFHA) and is defined on page 10 of the ordinance.
c) The ordinance includes standards for construction (page 16) of
structures within areas of Special Flood Hazard.
2) Provide a Portland Concrete Cement(PCC)drainage swale adjacent to
the fill side of the retaining wall(s) along the northwest property line
(see TRC Grading Plan Section D-1, submittal date stamped December
15, 2003). Collect the concentrated flows from the swales and convey
through on-site private storm drain system. Provide calculations for the
sizing of this swale and drainage system prior to the issuance of
grading permits.
3) The project proposes to drain to and/or could be impacted by
Cucamonga Creek, a Flood Control District facility; therefore, written
comments will be requested by the developer from San Bernardino
County Flood Control District(SBCFCD), and those comments shall be
provided to the City prior to Public Improvement Plan approval. In the
event that SBCFCD does not allow direct connection with the channel:
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a) Construct City Master Plan Storm Drain Line No. III-1 to Foothill
Boulevard from existing location, south of Foothill Boulevard, to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Standard drainage fees for
the site shall be credited to the cost of permanent Master Plan
facilities, in accordance with City policy.
b) Install local storm drains to convey all development drainage to
the master plan storm drains. The cost of local storm drains shall
be bome by this development with no fee credit. The developer
may request a reimbursement agreement to recover over sizing
costs, in excess of fees, from future development within the same
tributary area. If the developer fails to submit for said
reimbursement agreement within six months of the public
improvements being accepted by the City, all rights of the
developer to reimbursement shall terminate.
c) All sump catch basins and laterals shall be designed to handle
Q100.
4) On-site private storm drain system shall be designed for Q100.
5) Provide a right tum lane at the main project entry in accordance with
City Standard No. 119, street type (AC per Section B-B).
a) Additional right-of-way will be required to facilitate the westbound
Foothill Boulevard right tum lane into the site (reference Standard
Conditions).
b) Right tum lane shall be 200 feet long plus 60-foot transition.
c) Curvilinear sidewalk on Foothill Boulevard shall change to curb
adjacent and 6 feet wide along the right tum lane.
6) Foothill Boulevard public frontage improvement through to Cucamonga
Creek Channel to the east shall be installed in accordance with City
"Major Divided Arterial" standards and the Foothill Boulevard District
guidelines outlined in the Development Code, including but not limited
to:
a) Curbs and gutters, street pavement, drainage facilities,
streetlights, street trees, curvilinear sidewalk, street type drive
approach, cross-gutter, pedestrian ramps, signing, striping, etc.
b) Divided Major Arterial, minimum 120-foot wide total right-of-way
includes 13-foot wide parkway. Centerline of street and
centerline improvements may not be the same. Dedicate
additional street frontage right-of-way as required during plan
check.
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7) Proposed main driveway shall align with Highridge Place of Tract
No. 15540.
a) Modify the traffic signal at Highridge Place to fit the new
intersection configuration and provide a Traffic Signing and
Striping Plan along Foothill Boulevard to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer(Reference City Drawing No. 1805).
b) All gated entrances shall conform to the City's Design Guide.
Drive approach shall be a maximum of 50 feet wide, including two
20-foot wide ingress and egress lanes separated by a 10-foot
wide island.
c) In this location, with the traffic signal, use a "street type" entry
rather than a commercial drive approach. With street type,
provide access ramps at the curb returns and a cross gutter.
Curb return radii shall be 35 feet.
d) Signal loops shall be located outside the gated entry area.
Provide an easement for maintenance of signal equipment.
e) Line-of-Sight designs shall be provided for the main project
entrance, on the Grading and Landscape Plans.
8) Reimburse developer of Tract 15540 (refer to street reimbursement
agreement) for half the cost of traffic signal installation at Highridge
Place.
9) A contribution in lieu of construction fee for the future median island in
Foothill Boulevard shall be paid to the City prior to the issuance of
building permits or final map approval, whichever occurs first. The
amount of the contribution shall be one half the cost of the median
(currently estimated at $60.00 per linear foot), times the length of the
project frontage.
10) Grading Plan (TRC plan submittal date stamped December 15, 2003)
indicates that the top of curb/flowline grades along Foothill Boulevard
do not meet the City's minimum rate of slope. During plan check the
flowline profile for Foothill Boulevard will need to meet the minimum
standard of 0.4 percent.
11) Provide a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP),to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer, and identify applicable Best Management
Practices (BMPs) on the Grading Plan. Install WQMP system and
show on the Grading Plan. Maintenance of BMPs identified in the
WQMP shall be addressed in the project Covenants, Conditions, and
Restrictions (CC&Rs).
12) Prior to the issuance of building permits, a Diversion Deposit and
related administrative fees shall be paid for the Construction and
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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
Air Quality
1) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high efficiency/low polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances and water heaters.
2) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather-stripping.
3) 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 (PM,o) emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD
Rule 403.
4) Foothill Boulevard 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.
5) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 miles per hour to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such
episodes.
6) 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.
7) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. Contractors shall
ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per manufacturers' specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City verification.
8) Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the developer shall submit
construction plans to City denoting the proposed schedule and
projected equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low-emission mobile construction equipment will be
utilized, or that their use was investigated and found to be infeasible for
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the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the SCAQMD, as well as City Planning Staff.
9) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high volume, low-pressure spray.
10) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
11) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions on
Grading Plans and mediate on-site when appropriate or as soon as
feasible.
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through
seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads.
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large areas to
erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of exposed
excavated soil during and after the end of work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in accordance with local
ordinances and use sound engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established by the City if
silt is carried over to adjacent public thoroughfares or occurs as a
result of hauling. Timing may vary depending upon time of year
of construction.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks or
cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
12) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel
powered equipment where feasible.
13) The construction contractors shall ensure that construction-grading
plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
Biological Resources
1) All Eucalyptus windrow trees identified for removal shall be replaced
with 15-gallon Eucalyptus maculata (Spotted Gum) trees, 8 feet on
center, as required by the Tree Preservation Ordinance. Any beetle
infested wood shall be chipped, removed, and buried at a dump site or
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tarped to the ground for a minimum of six months, sealing the tarp
edges with soil, to prevent emerging Borer Beetles from reinfesting
other trees or wood. The movement of Eucalyptus wood containing live
Borer Beetles or their larvae in trucks or trailers is prohibited by State
law pursuant to Public Resources Code 4714.5.
2) All other removed heritage trees shall be replaced with new trees as
required by the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code, Title 17
Development Code, Table 17.08.040-G. The size, location, and
species of the trees shall be to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and
City Planner.
Cultural Resources
1) If any prehistoric archaeological resources are encountered before or
during grading, the developer will retain a qualified archaeologist to
monitor construction activities to take appropriate measures to protect
or preserve them for study. With the assistance of the archaeologist,
the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from
demolition or significant modification without an opportunity for
the City to establish its archaeological value.
Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their special
qualities as a theme or focal point.
Pursue educating the public about the area's archaeological
heritage.
Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval to eliminate adverse project effects on significant,
important, and unique prehistoric resources,following appropriate
CEQA guidelines.
Prepare a technical resources management report, documenting
the inventory, evaluation, and proposed mitigation of resources
within the project area. Submit one copy of the completed report
with original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent archiving.
2) A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction field survey of
the project site. The paleontologist shall submit a report of findings that
will also provide specific recommendations regarding further mitigation
measures (i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be appropriate.
Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate, the program must include,
but not be limited to, the following measures:
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• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow
the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay,to the
site full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded,
divert earth-disturbing activities elsewhere until the monitor has
completed salvage. If construction personnel make the
discovery, the grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho Cucamonga. Transfer
collected specimens with a copy of the report to the San
Bernardino County Museum.
3) California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 dictates that if any
human remains are unearthed during construction, no further
disturbance shall occur until the County Coroner has made the
necessary findings as to origin and disposition pursuant to CEQA
regulations and Public Resources Code Section 5097.98.
Geology and Soils
1) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the permit applicant shall submit to
City Officials for approval, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program
(SWPPP) specifically identifying Best Management Practices (BMPs)
that shall be used on-site to reduce pollutants entering the storm drain
system to the maximum extent practical.
2) All disturbed and bare or exposed soils shall be kept moist or re-planted
with drought resistant landscaping as soon as possible to avoid
erosion.
Hydrology and Water Quality
1) The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the Water Quality
Management Plan (WQMD) (Fuscoe Engineering, October 2003).
BMPs shall be identified on the Grading Plans for review and approval
by the City Engineer.
2) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, the applicant shall
submit to the City Engineer a Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with
obtaining coverage under the National Pollution Discharge elimination
System (NPDES) General Construction Storm Water Permit from the
State Water Resources Control Board. Evidence that this has been
obtained (i.e., a copy of the Waste Dischargers Identification Number)
shall be submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the NPDES
General Construction Permit.
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Noise
1) Sound barriers at least 6.5 feet high must be erected around all first
floor private patios facing Foothill Boulevard from the two southernmost
buildings.
2) Sound barriers at least 6.5 feet high must be erected around the
Mini-Park at the west end of the project site.
3) Sound walls at least 5.5 feet high must be erected around all other
private patios with any view of Foothill Boulevard and less than 225 feet
from the roadway centerline.
4) Each completed noise control barrier must present a solid face from
top-to-bottom. Cutouts and openings are not permitted exceptfordrain
holes.
5) STC 30 glazing shall be added to all units with a view to Foothill
Boulevard and less than 225 feet from the roadway centerline.
6) STC 28 glazing shall be added to all units with any view of Foothill
Boulevard but greater than 225 feet from the roadway centerline.
7) To maintain ambient indoor noise levels at 45 dBA or less, adequate
fresh air ventilation shall be provided through the installation of air
conditioning or a "summer switch" and outside ducting:
8) Common floor to ceiling assemblies between units shall be constructed
using one of the following methods:
• 8 inch concrete slab;
1.5 inch LWC, sub-floor, R-11 insulation, resilient channel,drywall
ceiling;
• 1.375 inch Gyp-crete, sub-floor, 2 inch by 10 inch joists, R-11
insulation, resilient channel, .5.inch drywall ceiling;
Some recommended assemblies cannot meet the Impact
Insulation Class 50 minimum requirement without carpet.
Uncarpeted areas above other living units will require some form
of proprietary isolation product under the floor to achieve the
required rating such as Enkasonic,Acousti-Mat, Monsanto SC50,
or others.
9) Common wall assemblies between units shall be constructed of one of
the following methods:
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• Two layers .5 inch direct nailed drywall, 2 inch by 6 inch plate,
2 inch by 4 inch staggered studs,fiberglass insulation, two layers
.5 inch direct nailed drywall;
• Two layers .625 inch direct nailed drywall, 2 inch by 6 inch plate,
2 inch by 4 inch staggered studs, R-11 insulation, two layers
.625 inch drywall;
• .625 inch direct nailed drywall, 2 inch by 4 inch plate, 2 inch by
4 inch studs, R-11 insulation, 1 inch airspace at plate, with 2 inch
by 4 inch plate with 2 inch by 4 inch studs, .625 direct nailed
drywall;
• Same as last, with two layers of R-11 insulation;
• Two layers .625 drywall direct nailed, 2 inch by 4 inch studs,
1 inch airspace, 2 inch by inch studs, R-11 insulation, two layers
.625 drywall;
• Same as last, with two layers of R-11 insulation
10) All plumbing and electrical installations shall be installed for compliance
with the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 2, Appendix
Chapter 35.
11) Construction or grading shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday.
12) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards
specified in Development Code Section 17.02.120-D, as measured at
the property line. Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development Code Section
17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may be required by the Planning
Division. Said consultant shall report their findings to the Planning
Division within 24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify the Planning
Division. If noise levels exceed the above standards,then construction
activities shall be reduced in intensity to a level of compliance with
above noise standards or halted.
13) The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in
first phase.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11 TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
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BY:
rry T. M iel, Vice Chairman
ATTEST: �s
Brad Secr
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 11th day of February 2004, 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.: TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16651, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00847,
AND VARIANCE DRC2003-00848.
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration forthe 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 be taken 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
TENTATIVE TRACT SUBTT16651/DRC2003-00847/DRC2003-00848
December 29, 2003
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed,
as determined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific
mitigation activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures.The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City
department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational
personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after
written notification has been issued.The project planner or responsible City department also
has the authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure
attached hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the
authority to hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division. The Division shall require
the applicant to post any 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 or City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: SUBTT16651/DRC2003-00847/DRC2003-00848 Applicant: Fuscoe Engineering
Initial Study Prepared by: _Warren Morelion, Assistant Planner Date: December 29, 2003
Mitigation ..
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Air Quality '
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of Plans C 2/4
required to incorporate high efficiency/low polluting
heating,air conditioning, appliances and water heaters.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of Plans C 2/4
required to incorporate thermal pane windows and
weather-stripping.
The site shall be treated with water or other CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
soil-stabilizing agent (approved by South Coast Air
Quality Management District [SCAQMD] and Regional
Water Quality Control Board[RWQCB])daily to reduce
PM,o emissions,in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Foothill Boulevard shall be swept according to a
schedule established by the City to reduce PM,o
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 CE C Review of Plans A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,o emissions
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,o emissions.
All construction equipment shall be maintained in good CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. Contractors shall ensure that all construction
equipment is being properly serviced and maintained as
per man ufactu rers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City
verification.
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Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the CP/CE C Review of Plans C 2
developer shall submit construction plans to City
denoting the proposed schedule and projected
equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction
equipment will be utilized, or that their use was
investigated and found to be infeasible for the project.
Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the SCAQMD as well as City
Planning Staff.
All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Paints and coatings shall be applied either by hand or
high volume, low-pressure spray.
All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards BO B Review of Plans A/C 2
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
Rules 402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
include the following provisions on Grading Plans and
mediate on-site when appropriate or as soon as
feasible:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
throw h seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
areas to erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
exposed excavated soil during and after the end of
work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in CE C Review of Plans A 4
accordance with local ordinances and use sound
engineering ractices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established CE C Review of Plans A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public
thoroughfares or occurs as a result of hauling.
Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
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Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils CE C Review of Plans A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other
suitable means.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractors shall ensure that CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
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All Eucalyptus windrow trees identified for removal shall CP D Review of Plans A/C 2/3
be replaced with 15-gallon Eucalyptus Maculate
(Spotted Gum) trees, 8 feet on center, as required by
the Tree Preservation Ordinance. Any beetle infested
wood shall be chipped, removed and buried at a dump
site or tarped to the ground for a minimum of six
months, sealing the tarp edges with soil, to prevent
emerging borer beetles from reinfesting other trees or
wood. The movement of Eucalyptus wood containing
live borer beetles or their larvae in trucks or trailers is
prohibited by State law pursuant to Public Resources
Code 4714.5.
All other removed heritage trees shall be replaced with CP D Review of Plans A/C 2/3
new trees trees as required by Rancho Cucamonga
Municipal Code, Title 17 Development Code, Table
17.08.040-G. The size, location, and species of the
trees shall be to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and
City Planner.
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If any prehistoric archaeological resources are CP B/D Review of Plans A/C 2/3
encountered before or during grading,the developerwill
retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor construction
activities, to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. With the assistance of the
archaeologist, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated CP/BO C Review of A/D -3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification Report
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeological value.
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Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
incorporation of archaeological sites within new Report
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the area's CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage. Report
Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project Report
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA
.guidelines.
Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and
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proposed mitigation of resources within the project
area. Submit one copy of the completed report,with
original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent
archiving.
A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction CP B Review of A/D 4
field survey of the project site. The paleontologist shall Report
submit a report of findings that will also provide specific
recommendations regarding further mitigation measures
(i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be
appropriate.Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate,
the program must include, but not be limited to, the
following measures:
Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and CP B Review of A/D 4
equipped to allow the rapid removal of fossils with Report
minimal construction delay, to the site full-time
during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared BO B/C Review of A/D 4
or graded, divert earth-disturbing activities Report
elsewhere until the monitor has completed salvage.
If construction personnel make the discovery, the
grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
Submit a summary report to City of Rancho CP D Review of D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a Report
copy of the report to San Bernardino County
Museum. I i
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California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 CP C Review of A/D 4
dictates that if any human remains are unearthed during Report
construction, no further disturbance shall occur until the
County Coroner has made the necessary findings as to
origin and disposition pursuant to CEQA regulations and
Public Resources Code Section 5097.98.
Geology and Solis
Prior to issuance of grading permits,the permit applicant CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
shall submit to City Officials for approval, Storm Water
Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) specifically
identifying Best Management Practices (BMPs) that
shall be used on-site to reduce pollutants entering the
storm drain system to the maximum extent practical.
All disturbed and bare or exposed soils shall be kept CP B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
moist or re-planted with drought resistant landscaping
as soon as possible to avoid erosion.
Hydrology and Water Quality
The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
the Water Quality Management Plan (WOMD) (Fuscoe
Engineering, October 2003). BMPs shall be identified
on the grading plans for review and approval by the City
Engineer.
Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, the CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
applicant shall submit to the City Engineer a Notice of
Intent(NOI)to comply with obtaining coverage under the
National Pollution Discharge elimination System
(NPDES) General Construction Storm Water Permit
from the State Water Resources Control Board.
Evidence that this has been obtained(i.e.,a copy of the
Waste Dischargers Identification Number) shall be
submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the
NPDES General Construction Permit.
Noise
Sound barriers at least 6.5 feet high must be erected CP/BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
around all first floor private patios facing Foothill
Boulevard from the two southernmost buildings.
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Sound barriers at least 6.5 feet high must be erected CP/BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
around the Mini-Park at the west end of the project site.
Sound walls at least 5.5 feet high must be erected CP/BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
around all other private patios with any view of Foothill
Boulevard and less than 225 feet from the roadway
centerline.
Each completed noise control barrier must present a CP/BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
solid face from top-to-bottom. Cutouts and openings
are not permitted except for drain holes.
STC 30 glazing shall be added to all units with a view to BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
Foothill Boulevard and less than 225 feet from the
roadway centerline.
STC 28 glazing shall be added to all units with any view BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
of Foothill Boulevard but greater than 225 feet from the
roadway centerline.
To maintain ambient indoor noise levels at 45 dBA or BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
less, adequate fresh air ventilation shall be provided
through the installation of air conditioning or a"summer
switch" and outside ducting.
Common floor to ceiling assemblies between units shall BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
be constructed using one of the following methods:
• 8 inch concrete slab;
• 1.5 inch LWC, sub-floor, R-11 insulation, resilient
channel, drywall ceiling;
1.375 inch Gyp-crete, sub-floor, 2 inch by 10 inch
joists, R-11 insulation, resilient channel, .5 inch
drywall ceiling;
• Some recommended assemblies cannot meet the
Impact Insulation Class 50 minimum requirement
without carpet. Uncarpeted areas above other living
units will require some form of proprietary isolation
product under the floor to achieve the required rating
such as Enkasonic, Acousti-Mat, Monsanto SC50,
or others.
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Common wall assemblies between units shall be BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
constructed of one of the following methods:
Two layers .5 inch direct nailed drywall, 2 inch by 6
inch plate, 2 inch by 4 inch staggered studs,
fiberglass insulation,two layers .5 inch direct nailed
drywall;
Two layers .625 inch direct nailed drywall, 2 inch by
6 inch plate, 2 inch by 4 inch staggered studs, R-11
insulation, two layers .625 inch drywall;
.625 inch direct nailed drywall,2 inch by 4 inch plate,
2 inch by 4 inch studs, R-11 insulation, 1 inch
airspace at plate, with 2 inch by 4 inch plate with 2
inch by 4 inch studs, .625 direct nailed drywall;
Same as last, with two layers of R-11 insulation;
• Two layers .625 drywall direct nailed, 2 inch by 4
inch studs, 1 inch airspace, 2 inch by 4 inch studs,
R-11 insulation, two layers .625 drywall;
Same as last, with two layers of R-11 insulation
All plumbing and electrical installations shall be installed BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
for compliance with the California Code of Regulations
Title 24, Part 2, Appendix Chapter 35
Construction or grading shall not take place between the BO C During A 4
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, Construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the CP/BO C During A 4
standards specified in Development Code Section Construction
17.02.120-D, as measured at the property line.
Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development
Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may
be required by the Planning Division. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Planning Division within
24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Planning Division. If noise levels exceed the above
standards, then construction activities shall be reduced
in intensity to a level of compliance with above noise
standards or halted.
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The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early CP C During A A
as possible in first phase. Construction
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
7-Citation
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00847—TUSCANY VILLAS AT REDHILL
SUBJECT: 92 ATTACHED CONDOMINIUM UNITS ON 6.90 ACRES OF LAND
APPLICANT: FUSCOE ENGINEERING
LOCATION: NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, WEST OF THE CUCAMONGA CHANNEL
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION,(909)477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Completion Date
A. General Requirements
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 maybe 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 Development Review DRC2003-00847 is granted subject to the approval Variance
DRC2003-00848.
3. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 04-25, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and
are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date
of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division,the conditions contained herein,and Development Code
regulations.
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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. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and _/_/_
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division
to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approved
use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code,all _/_/_
other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the
time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram,shall be reviewed and approved
by the City Planner and Police Department(477-2800) prior to the issuance of building permits.
Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height,and method of shielding so as not to
adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided, all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with
all receptacles shielded from public view.
9. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete
or masonry walls, berming,and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. For single-
family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
10. 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.
11. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
12. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the
Homeowners'Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering Divisions
and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or prior to the
issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be provided to the
City Engineer. The Homeowners' Association shall submit to the Planning Division a list of the
name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and every year and whenever
said information changes.
13. 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.
14. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a 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.
15. On corner side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk.
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16. Form ultiple family development,a minimum of 125 cubic feet of exterior lockable storage space
shall be provided.
17. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the
Development Cade.
18. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured
products.
D. Building Design
1. Standard patio cover plans for use by the Homeowner's Association shall be submitted for City _/_/_
Planner and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
2. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated
with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be
included in building plans.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space abuts
a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of 11 feet
wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be.provided
throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/plazas/
recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth
from back of sidewalk.
6. The Covenants,Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on
this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking
on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
7. 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
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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
hall the total number of bicycle 3-bike rack. In no cases parking s Y P 9 Paces 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.
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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.
2. A minimum of 45 trees per gross acre,comprised of the following sizes,shall be provided within
the project:0%-48-inch box or larger 10%-36-inch box or larger, 10%-24-inch box or larger,
80% - 15-gallon, and 0% - 5 gallon.
3. Within parking lots,trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
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
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.
8. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Foothill
Boulevard.
9. 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.
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. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this approval.
Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and shall require
separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of any signs.
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2. Directory monument sign(s)shall be provided for apartment,condominium,or town homes prior
to occupancy and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to
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.
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 $719.00 prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory
performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds maybe 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.
J. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION,(909)477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
K. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets,detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Division Project Number (i.e., TT#, CUP#, DR #, etc.) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
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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. —/—/—
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., SUBTT16651 /DRC2003-00847/DRC2003-00848).
The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted California Codes, and all other applicable
codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Contact the
Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential project or major addition,the applicant —/—/—
shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include,but are not limited to:
City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,Transportation Development Fee, Permit and
Plan Check Fees, and School Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to
the Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract/parcel map —/—/—
recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public —/—/—
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. —/—/-
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. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A —/—/-
7. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A. —/—/
8. 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.
9. Walls and floors separating dwelling units in the same building shall be not less than 1-hour —/—/—
fire-resistive construction.
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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
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.
O. Additional Requirements/Comments
1. Project shall fully comply with accessibility requirements of 2001 California Building Code,
Chapter 11A (Housing Accessibility).
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
P. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets (measured from
street centerline): SEE SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
2. 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.
O. Street Improvements
1. 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.
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2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
FOOTHILL BLVD. X X I (c) I (e) X X (b) (d)
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be
provided for this item Median Island. (e) Street type entry per Standard No. 119, Section B-B,
with cross-gutter.
3. 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
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
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.
4. 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.
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5. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed
legend and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street improvement plans.
Where public landscape plans are required,tree installation in those areas shall be per the public
landscape improvement plans.
The City Engineer reserves the right to adjust tree species based upon field conditions and other
variables. For additional information, contact the Project Engineer.
Min.
Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing Size. city.
Foothill Blvd. Rhus lancea African Sumac 5 ft. 20 ft. 15 gal. "
O.C.
Platanus acerifolia London Plane Tree 8 ft. 30 ft. 15 gal. "
O.C.
'TREES SHALL BE 15-GALLON SIZE UNLESS OTHERWISE APPROVED.
"QUANTITIES DETERMINED AT TIME OF PLAN CHECK.
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.
6. 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.
R. 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 Foothill Boulevard.
S. Drainage and Flood Control
1. The project(or portions thereof)is located within a Flood Hazard Zone;therefore,flood protection
measures shall be provided as certified by a registered Civil Engineer and approved by the City
Engineer.
2. It shall be the developer's responsibility to have the current FIRM Zone A designation removed
from the project area. The developer shall provide drainage and/or flood protection facilities
sufficient to obtain an unshaded "X" designation. The developer's engineer shall prepare all
necessary reports, plans, and hydrologic/hydraulic calculations. A Conditional Letter of Map
Revision (CLOMR) shall be obtained from FEMA prior to final map approval or issuance of
building permits, whichever occurs first. A Letter of Map Revision (LOMB) shall be issued by
FEMA prior to occupancy or improvement acceptance, whichever occurs first.
3. 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.
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4. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the _/_/_
property from adjacent areas.
5. A permit from the San Bernardino County Flood Control District is required for work within its
right-of-way.
T. 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.
U. 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
V. 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.
W. Security Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors. —/_/-
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are within
40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used.
3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
4. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars,metal gates,
or alarmed.
X. 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
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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.
Y. 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.
Z. 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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CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
ENGINEERING DIVISION
STREET TREE REQUIREMENT FORM LAST UPDATED 8/27/01
DATE: 8/13/02 TO: HENRY IVURAKOSHI, ASSOCIATE ENGINEER
COMMENTS PREPARED BY: DAWN ROU RK, CONTRACT LANDSCAPE PLAN CHECKER
PROJECT: (PR) DRC2002-00579, DRC2003-00847, SUBTT16651
LOCATION: N/S FOOTHILL,. W/O VINEYARD
DESIGN NOTES:
1. STREET TREES ON NEW STREETS ARE TO BE SELECTED FROM THE CITY'S 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 LAURA BONACCORSI AT 909-477-2740, EXT 4023
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 ON SHEET ? (TYPICALLY SHEET 1)
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CENTERS-ON SITE PLANS-
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
December 10, 2003
Tuscany Villas
N/S Foothill Blvd &W/O Vineyard Ave.
Fuscoe Engineering
DRC2003-00847 & SUBTT16651
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
Note to the applicant:
1. Building permits will not be issued until the public and private water plans are approved.
2. A Fire flow letter is required prior to Building permit issuance. The new 16"Water main on
Foothill Blvd. must be installed prior to the test.
3. Reciprocal agreements including access easements from adjacent property owners must be
recorded before permit issuance.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS.
FSC-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply
1. General Guidance for Fire Hydrants: The following provides general guidance for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants. Remember these are the maximum permitted distances between fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in 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:
1. At the entrance(s) to a project from the existing public roadways. This includes subdivisions.
2. At intersections.
3. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs.
5. The location of fire hydrants is based upon the operational needs of the Fire District.
6. Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of 40 feet from any building.
2. Minimum Fire Flow with Automatic Fire Sprinklers: The required minimum fire flow for this project is
3000 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 in accordance to NFPA 13R and 72. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire
Code Appendix III-A, as amended, and Fire District Ordinances and Standards.
3. Hydrants Used to Supply Fire Flow: Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the
proposed project may be used to provide the required fire flow subject to Fire District review and approval.
Private fire hydrants on adjacent property shall not be used to provide required fire flow.
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. Exceeds Allowable Distance:When any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150-feet
from a fire hydrant located on a public street, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of
the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be
provided. The distance is measured as vehicular path of travel on access roadways, not line of sight.
Contact the Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713 1
2. Number of Fire Hydrants: Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required.fire flow or fraction
thereof, subject to standard spacing and distribution requirements. Contact the Fire Construction Services
(909)477-2713
3. Fire Sprinkler Underground: Prior to the issuance of a fire sprinkler system permit, the applicant shall
submit construction plans, specifications, and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground to the
Fire Safety Division for approval.
FSC-3 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.
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 turn radius shall be 20-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. 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.
FSC-4 Single-family Residential Sales Models
1. Minimum Access and Water: Residential sales model homes require approved Fire District vehicle
access and water supply from a public or private water main system.
2. General Use Permit shall be required for any activity or operation not specifically described below,
which in the judgment of the Fire Chief is likely to produce conditions that may be hazardous to life or
property.
3. Operate a place of public assembly.
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.
NOTE: In addition to the fees due at this time please note that separate plan check fees for tenant
improvements,fire protection systems and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed at time of submittal of
plans.
FSC-6 Alternate Materials and Methods
The Fire Safety Division will review requests for alternate materials and methods within the scope of our
authority. The request must be submitted on the Fire District"Application for Alternate Method"form along with
supporting documents.
PRIOR TO (PARCEL) MAP RECORDATION- For Each Development Phase
1. Reciprocal Access Agreement: The plans as submitted indicate that a required point of Fire District
access:
a. Requires passage on property not under the control of the applicant; or
b. Does not access a public way; or
c. Crosses a property line
Please provide a permanent access agreement granting irrevocable use of the adjacent property for use
by the Fire District to gain access to the subject property. The agreement shall include a statement that
no obstruction, gate, fence, building, or other structure shall be placed within the dedicated access. The
recorded agreement shall include a copy of the site plan required below. The agreement shall be
recorded with the County of San Bernardino, Recorders Office. The Fire Safety Division prior to
recordation shall approve the agreement.
To assist the Fire Safety Division in reviewing the agreement the following shall be included in the
submittal:
a. Title Report. A current title report, policy of title insurance, or other equivalent documentation
proving ownership of all property included in the agreement.
b. Legal Description. A legal description of all property subject to the agreement.
c. Assessor's Parcel Numbers. The assessor's parcel numbers of each parcel subject to the
agreement.
d. Site Plan: The access roadway shall comply with the requirements of Private Roadways and
Fire Lanes listed above. A scaled site plan showing the path of the Fire District access, the width,
turn radii, load-bearing capacity of roadway surface, etc. shall be provided.
2. Reciprocal Water Covenant and Agreement: The plans as submitted indicate that a required private fire
mains or appurtenances thereto:
a. Pass through or are located on property not under the control of the applicant; or
b. Crosses a property line
Please provide a permanent maintenance and service agreement between the owner's granting a non-
exclusive easement for the purpose of accessing and maintaining the private water mains, fire hydrants, and built-
in fire protection systems. The agreement shall meet the form and content approved by the Rancho Cucamonga
Fire District, Fire Safety Division. The agreement shall be recorded with the County of San Bernardino, Recorders
Office. The Fire Safety Division prior to recordation shall approve the agreement.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. Private/On-site Fire Hydrants: Prior to the issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit
construction plans, specifications, flow test data and calculations for the private water main system for
review and approval by the Fire District. Plans and installation shall comply with Fire District
standards. Contac the Fire Safety Division for a copy of "Fire District Notes for Underground and
Water Plans."
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. 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. Fire Suppression System: Plans and specifications for the fire suppression system for the protection of
commercial-type cooking equipment or other special hazard shall be submitted to Fire Construction
Services for review and approval. No work is allowed without a Fire Construction Services permit.
7. Fire Alarm System: Plans for the fire alarm system shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services for
review and approval. No work is allowed without a Fire District permit.
S. Access ControUTraffic 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
9. 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.
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. 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.
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12. 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.
13. 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.
14. Fire Suppression Systems-Final Inspection and Testing: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy, the fire suppression system(s)shall be tested and accepted by FCS.
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.